Anxiety Therapy

Anxiety can show up as racing thoughts, a tight chest, trouble sleeping, or a constant sense that something is about to go wrong. At Active Change Therapy, I help adults understand what is driving their anxiety and build practical ways to feel calmer and more in control. My practice is located in Cherry Creek in Denver, Colorado, and I also offer telehealth for clients in Colorado, California, and Texas.

 

I have been in practice since 2008, and anxiety is one of my areas of expertise. I draw on evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, and mindfulness, and I tailor the work to you rather than following a single script.

 

You do not need to wait until anxiety feels overwhelming to reach out. Therapy can help whether your worry is new, long-standing, or tied to a specific situation.

 

What Anxiety Therapy Can Help With

Anxiety therapy may be a good fit if you are dealing with:

• Constant worry or overthinking

• Panic attacks or sudden waves of fear

• Physical signs of stress, like a racing heart, muscle tension, or an upset stomach

• Trouble sleeping or a mind that won't switch off

• Social anxiety or fear of judgment

• Perfectionism and pressure to get everything right

• Health anxiety

• Avoiding places, people, or tasks because they feel too hard

• Anxiety connected to past experiences or trauma

• Stress from work, relationships, or life transitions

 

Anxiety is often the mind and body trying to protect you. Therapy can help that protective system settle so it no longer runs your day.

 

My Approach to Anxiety Therapy

I combine practical skills with deeper work, and we go at a pace that feels manageable. Depending on your goals, our work may draw on:

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to notice anxious thought patterns and practice new ways of responding

• Mindfulness to help you stay grounded in the present instead of caught in "what if"

• EMDR when anxiety is rooted in past experiences, or your body still reacts to old events

• Positive psychology to build on the strengths, values, and supports you already have

• Lifestyle habits, like sleep, movement, and routines, that affect how your nervous system handles stress

 

I hold a certification to teach science-based mindfulness, and I often bring simple grounding and breathing practices into sessions so you leave with tools you can use right away.

 

What to Expect in Anxiety Therapy

We start by getting to know you: what anxiety looks like for you, when it shows up, and what you want to be different. From there, we build a plan together. A typical process may include:

• A free consultation call to see if we are a good fit

• An initial assessment of your history, symptoms, and goals

• Learning skills to calm your body and mind in the moment

• Exploring the patterns and beliefs that keep anxiety going

• Practicing new responses in daily life between sessions

• Checking in on progress and adjusting the plan as needed

 

You stay in charge of the pace. Therapy is a collaborative process, and we adjust as we learn what helps you most.

 

In-Person and Telehealth Options

I offer in-person anxiety therapy in Cherry Creek, Denver, Colorado. I also provide telehealth for clients located in Colorado, California, and Texas, which can be a good option if getting to an office feels like a barrier.

 

Ready to Begin Anxiety Therapy?

If anxiety is getting in the way of your work, relationships, or peace of mind, I invite you to reach out. A free 15-minute consultation is a simple first step to see whether working together feels right.