Do you ever feel weighed down by stress, not because of a busy schedule, but because of something deeper? Maybe a lingering feeling of guilt, a sense of not being good enough, or an inner voice that constantly criticizes you? Many people struggle with feelings of loneliness, dependence, or the pressure of meeting high expectations—both from themselves and others. These internal stressors can be just as exhausting as external demands, making everyday life feel overwhelming.

In my therapy sessions, I take a compassionate-focused approach, helping you identify and understand these emotional patterns. Together, we explore the underlying causes of your struggles, gently bringing awareness to the experiences that shaped your inner world. Perhaps your inner critic developed as a way to protect you in childhood, or maybe you learned to suppress your own needs to meet the expectations of others. Whatever the root cause, we work together to break free from limiting beliefs and cultivate self-compassion.

One of the most common struggles I see is an overactive inner critic—that voice inside that tells you you’re not enough, that you should be doing more, or that you don’t deserve rest, success, or love. This voice often develops early in life as a way to adapt to our surroundings. If you grew up in an environment where love felt conditional—based on achievements, behavior, or pleasing others—then self-criticism might have become your way of coping. But over time, this voice stops being helpful and becomes a burden, leading to stress, low self-worth, and emotional exhaustion.

Through reflective conversations, we work to soften this inner voice, replacing judgment with understanding. You’ll learn how to respond to yourself with kindness rather than criticism, helping you reduce the feelings of guilt and shame that have been weighing you down.

Stress Is Not Just About Doing Too Much—It’s About Unprocessed Emotions

Many people think of stress as having too much to do, but in reality, stress is often emotional. It comes from unresolved pain, unmet needs, or feeling disconnected from yourself. If you feel constantly drained, it might not be because of your job, your responsibilities, or your to-do list—it might be because your body and mind are carrying unprocessed feelings.

• Loneliness – Even if you’re surrounded by people, you may feel emotionally disconnected or misunderstood.
• Dependence & Codependence – You might struggle with setting boundaries, always putting others first at the cost of your own well-being.
• High Internal & External Demands – You may feel like you have to constantly prove yourself, meet impossible standards, or never show weakness.

These emotional burdens don’t just affect your mental health—they can manifest physically, leading to tension, sleep issues, or chronic stress. When we start to acknowledge and process these feelings, the body and mind can begin to relax.

Many people believe that change has to be big, difficult, or dramatic. But in reality, small shifts in awareness can create a profound impact. In therapy, we take things step by step, focusing on building a deeper connection with yourself. When you begin to meet your thoughts and emotions with curiosity rather than judgment, you naturally start to feel lighter.