Fierce Women: Therapy for Self-Sufficient Women Struggling With Anxiety, Burnout, Perfectionism, and Relationships

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You’re fiercely independent.

You’re killing it in your career and you have a robust social life, but behind the scenes there’s some other stuff going on. This success didn’t happen on its own. You have been spinning your wheels, achieving, and accomplishing for years. It used to feel great, but at this point, you’re exhausted. Your body says you’re tired, but your brain says, “keep going, there’s more to do.” There’s always more to do. The to-do list is endless. And so is the anxiety. You’re burnt out.

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You’re fiercely tough and strong.

You’ll figure it out. You always do. This is what you know. You know how to persevere through adversity. You know how to overcome obstacles. Pushing through the pain is what helped you become the fierce woman you are today. These overwhelming feelings will pass if you just keep busy enough…

…except they haven’t…

…You’ve tried.

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Understanding Your Journey

As a fierce woman, you may have built your life on a foundation of resilience and determination. While these qualities are admirable, they can also lead to a constant drive for more, often pushing you past your limits. Burnout, anxiety, and perfectionism can manifest in many ways—persistent stress, constant self-criticism, or an inability to relax and enjoy life’s simple pleasures.

And Let’s Not Forget About Relationships…

Sometimes your fierceness can also lead to concerns in your relationships with you partner, friends, colleagues, and family. You may find yourself struggling with emotional intimacy, feeling disconnected or misunderstood, or facing challenges in balancing your autonomy with interdependence.

  • It’s hard to be vulnerable when you need to be self-sufficient.

  • It’s hard to ask for help when you might be seen as less capable and competent, especially in this patriarchal society we live in.

  • It’s hard to open up, when people could use your weakness against you.

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A New Path Forward:

Empowering Fierce Women to Reclaim Balance and Joy

In this fast-paced world we live in, it’s easy for fierce, independent, ambitious women to find themselves caught in a relentless cycle of exhaustion.

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If you’re a fierce woman whose tried everything she knows to get out of this cycle, but still finds herself there, I’m here for you. You’re still 100% that badass of a woman you have always known yourself to be. You just need a little help.

Burnout, anxiety, and perfectionism don’t have to control your life and relationships. I’m here to support you reclaim your well-being, find balance, and nurture meaningful connections in your life.

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THE PLAN

Burnout Recovery

Learn strategies to identify and address the signs of burnout. We all have beliefs about work ethic, productivity, and achieving results. We assign meaning to ourselves and others based on those beliefs. We’ll come to understand what those beliefs mean for you and how they may be interfering with: saying “no”, people pleasing, boundary-setting, and finding the balance between work and rest. After all, we work in so many other areas in our life than just out jobs. Having a busy social calendar is not the same as rest. Together, we’ll develop a plan to restore your energy and cultivate a more balanced lifestyle.

Self-Compassion Practice

A self-compassion practice may seem incompatible to your ferocity. Healing starts with embracing the “both-and.” Yes - you are fierce, tough, and strong AND you can be soft, vulnerable, and tender to yourself. We will work to increase positive self-talk, self-care, and acceptance. Self-compassion releases the pressure. Self-compassion is nourishing. Self-compassion doesn’t ask you to push past the pain, rather it asks you to notice what the pain is trying to communicate to you and asks you to listen to it, to trust it and trust yourself. By practicing self-compassion, a fierce woman can better understand her own needs and boundaries. This awareness helps in making more informed decisions about where to direct her energy and how to maintain balance.

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Anxiety Management

Anxiety can feel overwhelming. You may notice you’re not sleeping, tension in your body, and maybe even gastrointestinal or hormonal issues. We’ll start with the basics and ensure you have a solid foundation by looking at your nutrition, sleep, exercise, and rest patterns. From there, we’ll work on gaining tools to understand and manage your anxiety. Anxiety often stems from wanting to keep yourself safe but not always feeling like you have the resources to do so. We’ll work on techniques that promote relaxation, improve coping mechanisms, and help you build resilience against everyday stressors. Our goal is to increase psychological flexibility which can often reduce the pressure you place on yourself and enhance your resilience.

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Assertive Communication (Not Aggressive or Passive-Aggressive)

When you’ve grown up tough, you’ve usually had to do things on your own. People overlooked your needs and so you got used to taking care of business on your own. You also got the implicit message that your needs didn’t matter. However, you’re human and those needs don’t go away. You still want and need things from other people whether at work, with your partner, or with friends or family. Conflict can be uncomfortable and sometimes an attitude of “I’m right. They’re wrong,” takes over. In therapy, we’ll learn how to manage the conflict. We’ll learn how to assertively communicate our wants and needs. This isn’t about being polite. This isn’t about being meek. This is about learning to speak up in a clear and directive manner without criticizing or shaming and blaming the other party involved, even when it feels uncomfortable, even when we might want to avoid the conflict. Being able to have a healthy, constructive discourse and stating our wants and needs out loud can lead to healthier relationships overall.

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Increased Connection

As your therapist, I will work very hard to create a space where hopefully you feel comfortable enough to allow me to see who else you are in addition to “fierce”. I will validate your pain, empathize with your struggles, and reinforce all of your inherent strengths and capabilities. By bearing witness to your story and creating an environment that is safe enough to do that, your nervous system starts to make subtle changes in how it experiences the world. You start to take risks. You start to let people see the real you. Through the connection we have in the therapeutic space, you will learn that other connections are indeed safe and possible. Your vulnerability is what enhances true connection. When you allow yourself to be vulnerable, you present an authentic version of yourself to others. This authenticity invites trust, as it demonstrates that you are genuine and honest. In relationships, trust is the foundation upon which deep connections are built. By showing your true self, you create a space where others feel safe to be their authentic selves as well.

Take the First Step!

Embracing support is a powerful act of self-care. By reaching out for help, you’re taking the first step towards a more balanced, fulfilling life. If you’re ready to address burnout, anxiety, perfectionism, or relationship issues, I invite you to schedule a free consultation.

Contact me today to begin your journey towards healing and connection.