Compassionate Care for Anxiety in Austin

Anxiety can be an isolating experience. Alongside constant worry and trouble relaxing, you might struggle with feelings related to low self-esteem, excessive fear, people-pleasing, perfectionism, the inability to relax, and other painful habits that keep you feeling separate from others. As an anxiety therapist in Austin, TX, I help people find deep healing and connection. Get in touch today to learn more about how I can support you.

Why choose Willow Tree Collective for anxiety counseling in Austin

Experiencing a bit of stress and other anxiety is just part of the human experience but what do you do when it...

  • gets in the way of your connections with others

  • makes it tough to venture outside your home

  • starts to weigh on your ability to do your best at work

Or when you...

  • find yourself reaching for more drinks

  • feel a knot of dread before social gatherings

  • begin experiencing physical discomfort?

It’s important to pay attention to how anxiety shows up in your life. Sometimes we get so used to feeling overwhelmed or on edge that it starts to feel normal—even when we’re deeply struggling.

Maybe you’ve found yourself thinking, “What’s wrong with me?” or feeling like something is broken inside. These kinds of thoughts are common when anxiety becomes overwhelming, and they can take a real toll on your daily life.

Anxiety can stem from many different experiences—past trauma, family or relationship stress, big life transitions, becoming a new parent, or even the weight of climate change and uncertainty in the world. The causes are complex, and the symptoms can look different for everyone.

Sometimes anxiety is tangled up with other mental health challenges like panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or substance use. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

At Willow Tree Collective, we’re here to support you with care, compassion, and tools to help you feel more grounded.

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Still unsure if you're experiencing anxiety?

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms and feel overwhelmed by your day-to-day life, it's time to stop trying to do it alone. We are here to help.

  • Irritability

  • Panic attacks

  • Unpleasant feelings

  • Nervousness in social situations

  • Difficulty concentrating

  • Constant worrying

  • Sleep difficulties

  • Speaking/performance anxiety

  • Procrastination

  • Avoidance of specific places or situations

  • Negative thought patterns

  • Physical symptoms like stomach issues, headaches, fatigue, sweating or heart palpitations

FAQs about Austin anxiety therapy

  • When navigating anxiety and its overwhelming thoughts, finding a supportive anxiety therapist is key. Look for professionals like licensed psychologists, counselors (LPC), clinical social workers (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT). Clinicians also working under a supervisor as an associate is also a good option. While credentials are necessary, what truly matters is connecting with someone who makes you feel understood and supported. This work is relational, and its important that plays into your decision. At Willow Tree Collective, we work from a relational lens, and see each client as an individual, not as someone to fix, but rather someone to support.

  • Finding the best therapy for anxiety can vary based on the needs and personality of the client. We incorporate evidence based practices that have shown to help support clients with anxiety such as Internal Family Systems, CBT, self-compassion, radical acceptance and nature based mindfulness techniques. Pulling from these common treatments and practices allows us to meet our client's where they are and adapt to their needs.

  • If you find that the symptoms listed on this page resonate with what you're experiencing, it's probably a good idea to consider seeking treatment. Anxiety symptoms can vary from mildly irritating to overwhelming. No matter where you fall on that spectrum, therapy can offer valuable skills and tools to help you navigate through it all. Remember, you're not alone, and there are ways to effectively manage what you're going through.

  • Absolutely! Seeking therapy for anxiety can be immensely beneficial. Research consistently shows that therapy can reduce anxiety symptoms, improve coping skills, and enhance overall well-being. Through this work, I've witnessed firsthand how therapy empowers individuals to regain control of their anxiety, fostering personal growth and resilience. My hope for clients is that therapy serves as another resource. Sometimes we just need an outside presence to help access coping strategies to move through daily life.

Working with an Austin anxiety therapist can help you feel both grounded and empowered.

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety problems is tough, but you don't have to face it alone. At Willow Tree Collective, we're here to offer you a warm and welcoming environment where you can find support and empowerment through individual psychotherapy. By approaching our work from a relational lens, and incorporating mindfulness strategies, nature based approaches and collaboration, we aim to help you feel grounded and connected to your own story. If you're ready to take that first step towards connection and understanding your anxiety, we encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. Let's embark on this journey together towards healing and growth.