Stress Therapy for Women in Minnesota
Feeling Constantly On Edge or Overwhelmed?
Let’s work together to help you find relief, reclaim calm, and reconnect with yourself.
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Life Doesn’t Have to Feel This Hard
You’re ambitious, thoughtful, and capable—but the pressure never seems to let up. You're juggling responsibilities, chasing goals, and trying to keep it all together… but inside, you're exhausted. Procrastination has become your coping mechanism, and avoiding things only adds to the guilt and pressure.
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You’re not just busy.
You’re burned out.
You’re overwhelmed.
You’re stressed.
And you don’t have to navigate it alone.
What Is Stress, Really?
Stress is a natural reaction to life's demands—your body’s way of responding to real or perceived threats. But when that stress becomes constant, overwhelming, or out of proportion to what’s happening around you, it can take a toll on your mind, body, and spirit.
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Stress therapy can help you gain clarity, regulate your emotions, and feel more in control of your life again.
Signs You Might Be Experiencing Chronic Stress
If you're noticing several of the symptoms below on a regular basis, therapy for stress may be exactly the support you need:
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Feeling constantly overwhelmed or on edge
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Irritability, mood swings, or anger
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Fatigue and trouble sleeping
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Headaches, stomach issues, or muscle tension
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Memory problems or difficulty focusing
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Anxious thoughts or panic attacks
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Indecisiveness or racing thoughts
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Feeling isolated, unhappy, or detached
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Clenching your jaw or grinding teeth
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Using alcohol, food, or substances to cope​​​
Common Stress Triggers I Help Women Navigate
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Career burnout and toxic work environments
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High-pressure academic programs
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Major life transitions (moves, breakups, parenthood, etc.)
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Perfectionism and unrealistic expectations
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Relationship or family stress
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Feeling out of control or like you're falling behind
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Navigating uncertainty or "what-if" thinking
How I Help: A Holistic, Integrative Approach
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), I specialize in working with women experiencing stress-related challenges. My approach is tailored to your needs—supportive, practical, and grounded in evidence-based techniques. We’ll uncover what’s fueling your stress and develop realistic tools to help you feel more grounded and in control.
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I draw from several effective modalities, including:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Learn to make space for difficult emotions while taking meaningful action
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Compassion-Focused Therapy – Cultivate self-kindness and release inner criticism
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Holistic Therapy & Psychoeducation – Address mind-body connection and increase self-awareness
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What Stress Therapy Can Help You Achieve
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Feel more emotionally regulated and less reactive
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Set healthy boundaries without guilt
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Reconnect with your needs and priorities
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Manage your time and energy more effectively
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Develop a self-care routine that actually works
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Stop living in survival mode—and start thriving
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Let’s Lighten the Load Together
You don’t have to keep white-knuckling your way through the day. Therapy can help you find relief from the exhaustion, build resilience, and start living life with more ease and intention.
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Offering virtual therapy to women across Minnesota, including Minneapolis, St. Paul, Edina, Bloomington, and beyond.
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Ready to Reclaim Your Calm?
Let’s talk about how therapy can support you in feeling more balanced, centered, and in control.