anxiety THERAPY in nc
Support for kids, teens, and young adults navigating fear, overwhelm, and constant worry
Anxiety shows up in many forms: racing thoughts, tightness in the chest, constant worry, panic, avoidance, shutdown, perfectionism, irritability, or feeling “on edge” for no clear reason.
For kids and teens, anxiety can look like behavior changes, school refusal, stomachaches, emotional outbursts, or trouble sleeping.
Whether anxiety has slowly built over time or hit all at once, therapy can help you understand what’s happening and create real, lasting relief.
You don’t have to push through this alone.
When anxiety takes hold, it can impact your thoughts, emotions, and daily routines. Therapy offers tools to make things feel more manageable.
Signs you or your child might be struggling with anxiety
Constant worry or overthinking
Panic attacks or intense fear
Trouble sleeping or calming down
Avoiding school, activities, or social situations
Replaying conversations or worrying about what others think
Perfectionism or fear of disappointing others
Stomachaches, headaches, or physical discomfort
Feeling “frozen,” on edge, or easily startled
Difficulty concentrating
Irritability or emotional overwhelm
Our approach to anxiety therapy
Anxiety is incredibly common and incredibly treatable. Our therapy approach is practical, supportive, and tailored to the age, needs, and experiences of each client.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety
CBT is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety. We help clients understand anxious thought patterns, challenge fear-based beliefs, and build coping skills they can rely on in everyday life.
This includes structured support for health anxiety, social anxiety, and childhood anxiety in developmentally appropriate ways.
Mindfulness and Nervous System Regulation
Anxiety affects the body just as much as the mind. We teach grounding, breathing, and presence-building skills to help calm the nervous system and bring relief during overwhelming moments.
Stress, Overwhelm and Perfectionism Support
Many young people struggle with performance pressure, comparison, and unrealistic expectations. Therapy helps them build resilience, self-compassion, and healthier ways of navigating stress.
EMDR Therapy for Anxiety
For anxiety tied to past experiences, trauma, or deep emotional patterns, EMDR therapy for anxiety helps the brain reprocess stuck memories and reduce the intensity of fear responses. EMDR is especially helpful when anxiety feels rooted, long-standing, or hard to explain.
- Learning coping, grounding, and relaxation skills
- Understanding thought patterns and challenging fear-based beliefs
- Exploring triggers and learning how to respond differently
- Building confidence and reducing avoidance
- Processing past experiences that fuel anxiety
- Working through perfectionism and self-criticism
- Developing emotional regulation and stress management
- Gently practicing new skills in real-life situations
What anxiety therapy may look like
Depending on age and goals, sessions might involve:
Therapy is collaborative and paced around what feels safe and manageable.
In person and online therapy for anxiety across North Carolina
Whether you're near Raleigh or anywhere else in the state, you can access anxiety therapy through in-person sessions or secure telehealth. Trauma therapy is also available in Virginia, South Carolina, and Maryland.
- Warm, non-judgmental support
- Evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR
- Developmentally appropriate care for kids and teens
- Trauma-informed, relationship-centered therapy
- Practical tools that create real change
- Flexible in-person and virtual availability
- Support that meets you where you are emotionally and mentally
Why clients choose us for anxiety
You deserve a life that feels calmer, steadier, and more grounded.
