To the world, you look put together and successful. You’re the one people rely on—at work, at home, in your relationships. But internally... anxiety, burnout or low mood are quietly taking a toll on you.
And lately, it’s taking more and more energy to keep going - it's hard not to feel overwhelmed.
Many women in their 40s, 50s and 60s move through the world looking capable, composed, and successful—yet privately feel anxious, or unsure of what’s shifting inside.
You’ve done the hard things, carried the responsibilities, and kept life moving, but something no longer feels aligned. Therapy gives you a place to slow down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and do the kind of inner work that leads to real, lasting change.
I help high-functioning adults in midlife (40s-60s) who try to do everything right, but are stuck with feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, regret or perfectionism. We'll untangle what's driving your overwhelm, explore new, kinder ways of relating to yourself, and build practical tools you can use in your daily life.
In our work together, you'll have a supportive calm space to talk honestly about what you're carrying, without having to minimize or "hold it together."
As a therapist in Alexandria, VA I see clients in my office in Oldtown, as well as virtually all over Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. I use a holistic approach with evidence‑based methods (CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, trauma-informed) tailored to help my clients with the many challenges of mid-life.
When “Holding It All Together” Starts to Cost Too Much
You might notice:
- A quiet fear that you're missing your actual life, even as you keep checking all the boxes.
- A constant hum of anxiety or worry that never really turns off
- Feeling overwhelmed, depleted, or "not like yourself"
- Snapping at people you care about or pulling away from them
- Trouble focusing, making decisions or enjoying things you used to like
You’ve always been able to push through. But now that strategy isn't working the way it used to and you may feel ashamed, confused or very alone with it.
Therapy offers a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you don't have to pretend you're doing fine. Together, we'll make sense of what your emotions are trying to tell you, develop more self-compassion, and begin making changes to make your daily life feel more true to you and more sustainable.