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You wish you could just turn your mind off.
That sense of worry and self doubt shows up in you work, life, or social interactions. You’re constantly replaying in your mind interactions you’ve had with others, anticipating what might go wrong during your day, or double checking how your write your emails.
Sometimes you can distract yourself, so your anxiety might go away for a short period of time but it always comes back.
Your mind just keeps ruminating and overthinking even the smallest decisions. And dealing with the physical symptoms is just as difficult to cope with. Your feelings of anxiety are getting in the way and causing relationship issues and your struggles seem to be growing.
It’s exhausting, overwhelming, and draining.
You’re tired of feeling:
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not fully present or able to actually enjoy the positive aspects of your personal life.
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worried, lacking confidence, and low self esteem which have affected how you show up in your life
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like your negative thoughts and the doom and gloom radio is the only soundtrack playing in your mind
If you're looking for anxiety therapy in San Jose, CA or San Juan, PR you're in the right place.
You're looking to find relief and healing while learning techniques to help you feel more grounded and present in your daily life.
You'd like to slow your thoughts down so you can have the ability to respond rather than react when things get hard. You want to show up as your authentic self and reconnect to what's most important to you,
However you've arrived here, we're so glad you're here and taking time to see if anxiety counseling in San Jose, CA and San Juan, PR is right for your mental health and wellness.
How do I know if I have anxiety?
Anxiety can affect you in different ways. Generalized anxiety symptoms can be:
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Irritability
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Constant worrying / fear
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Ruminating over situations
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Worrying about all the "what if's" / stress
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Sweating
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Panic attacks
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Difficulty sleeping / insomnia
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Procrastinating
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Mood disorders / depression
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Feeling nervous in social situations / Social anxiety
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Avoidance of certain situations
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Trouble concentrating
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Uneasy stomach
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Overwhelming feelings / stress
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May cause relationship problems
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Elevated heart rate
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Climate anxiety or eco-anxiety
TOGETHER WE'LL...
TOGETHER IN ANXETY COUNSELING IN SAN JOSE, CA OR SAN JUAN, PR WE'LL...
✓ Uncover how your thoughts impact your feelings, behaviors, and how you're showing up in your life with generalized anxiety
We’ll start to identify what you’re experiencing so you can to start to make the changes you’ve been wanting to make. We'll use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you reframe your own thoughts.
✓ Learn coping skills to manage challenging situations
In our therapy approach you’ll be learning tools to address your anxiety so you can be more present in your relationships.
✓ Develop an action plan during each session for you to practice skills that we've discussed in your everyday life
Our sessions will give you some take-aways that you can practice outside of our session so you can start to move towards a more values-driven life
✓ Learn mindfulness techniques to process your feelings and thoughts
We’ll help you increase your self awareness and consider new perspectives
THE BENEFITS OF ANXIETY THERAPY IN SAN JOSE, CA & SAN JUAN, PR
Start your path to a calmer you.
Anxiety therapy, often referred to as talk therapy, can be a transformative experience for those struggling with anxiety. Here are some of the key benefits:
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Reduced Symptoms of Anxiety: Therapy equips you with coping strategies and techniques to manage anxiety, helping to reduce its symptoms.
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Improved Relationships: By addressing underlying issues and developing healthier communication skills, therapy can enhance your relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners.
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Increased Self-Esteem: Therapy helps you build a more positive self-image and confidence, combating the low self-esteem often associated with anxiety.
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Enhanced Daily Life: With reduced anxiety and improved mental health, everyday tasks become more manageable and enjoyable.
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Support System: Therapy provides a safe and supportive environment to discuss your feelings, concerns, and experiences, offering a crucial support system.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, consider seeking treatment from a mental health professional. With the right support and guidance, you can find relief from anxiety and improve your overall quality of life.
Regain a sense of peace
We'll take this journey together to help you regain a profound sense of calm so you can show up more fully in your life. You'll get the support you need to help you cope when you feel anxious.
Together in therapy we'll clarify your core values and integrate them into our work, so they can guide us in the right direction to a life that is meaningful to you.
Coping with anxiety isn't easy, but we'll work together to help you reconnect to what's most important to you. We have extensive experience supporting clients with generalized anxiety disorder and severe anxiety through talk therapy and helping them build practical skills.
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UNDERSTANDING TYPES OF TYPES OF ANXIETY DISORDERS
Let's explore different forms of anxiety and how they manifest.
Anxiety disorders come in several forms, each with its own unique set of symptoms and challenges. Here are some of the most common types:
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): This involves excessive and persistent worry about everyday things like work, finances, and relationships. The worry is often disproportionate to the actual situation.
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Social Anxiety Disorder: This is marked by an intense fear of social situations and a fear of being judged or evaluated by others, which can lead to avoidance of social interactions.
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Characterized by recurring, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety.
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Panic Disorder: Involves recurring panic attacks, which are sudden episodes of intense fear or discomfort that peak within minutes.
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Develops after experiencing a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and avoidance of triggers.
Understanding these different forms of anxiety can help you identify what you might be experiencing and seek the appropriate treatment.
Start to calm your mind and find relief
We provide client centered care to adults who are ready to start therapy so they can find relief and reduce their negative thoughts. If you're ready to seek treatment and start individual therapy with our team of San Juan or San Jose anxiety therapists, we'll meet you with compassion and authenticity.
Research has proven that for most people psychotherapy is effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety disorders, social anxiety disorder, and depression so people feel more present and grounded in their lives. Together we'll develop a plan so you can live a satisfying life and feel more in control, balanced, and whole.
We'll provide you the additional support you've been looking for to prioritize your mental health and wellness to feel more balanced and grounded.
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How does Therapy in Puerto Rico work?We offer both in-person and online therapy for adults and teens who are residents of Puerto Rico. All online therapy sessions are held virtually on the HIPAA compliant platform SimplePractice. For those clients interested in Walk and Talk therapy, we will have our initial session virtually and then we will schedule our follow up sessions and meet either at the Lagoon of Condado or at Escambron beach.
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Do you provide therapy services in English?Yes! Both Kristin and Maegan provide services in English. Check our bio pages to learn more about each of us.
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Do you offer in-person therapy?Yes! We also offer a limited number of Walk-and-Talk slots for clients who are interested in meeting in person but also want to embrace nature.
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What is Walk and Talk therapy?Walk and Talk therapy is like traditional psychotherapy, but it's held outdoors while incorporating movement. We'll be embracing nature and walking while we're talking about your concerns. Walk and Talk therapy allows us to be able to incorporate a mind-body approach while processing your thoughts and feelings. There are many benefits of Walk and Talk therapy both for our physical and mental health. Walk and Talk sessions start from Escambron Beach in San Juan. Feel free to contact us to learn more about Walk and Talk therapy.
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What are you fees for therapy in Puerto Rico?Kristin's session fee is $225 for a 50 minute individual session, $250 for couples therapy. Maegan's session fee is $165 for a 50 minute individual session, $175 for couples therapy. We are out of network providers and can provide you a superbill at the end of the month upon request. Please contact your insurance provider to inquire about your out-of-network mental health benefits. **Please note that superbills require a mental health diagnosis. Please read more about the benefits of private pay services on our general FAQ page.
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How will I know if you're the right therapist in Puerto Rico for me?Let's talk about it! You can book your free phone consultation online so we can talk about what kind of support you're looking for and how we could work together.
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If I'm off the island, can we still have our therapy sessions?"It depends. Each state has its own licensing board for therapist. If you' re going to be traveling off-island, please let us know so we can determine if we can continue to see you.
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I'm ready to start therapy, what should I do next?Congratulations on making the decision to begin therapy! Next step is to book online or complete our contact form to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation to make sure we're a good fit to work together. Looking forward to talking to you!
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