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Therapy for Anxiety A Gentle Path Back to Peace at Petaluda Wellness

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Anxiety can feel like living in a constant state of tension — racing thoughts, tightness in your chest, and a quiet fear that never seems to go away. Many people come to Petaluda Wellness believing this is just “how life is.” It isn’t. With the right therapy for anxiety , it is possible to feel calm, confident, and in control again. At Petaluda Wellness, anxiety therapy isn’t about endlessly reliving the past or labeling what’s “wrong” with you. It’s about understanding what your mind is doing, why it’s doing it, and gently teaching it how to feel safe again. Why Anxiety Feels So Overwhelming Anxiety is not a flaw — it’s a nervous system that learned to stay on high alert. Your mind is trying to protect you, even when danger is no longer there. Over time, this can lead to: Constant worry and overthinking Fear of making mistakes Feeling stuck or frozen Low self-confidence Emotional exhaustion Without proper therapy for anxiety , these patterns become deeply wir...