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When Anxiety Becomes Too Much

The world is a dumpster fire, it feels like your life is falling apart, and you still need to figure out what to make for dinner. Your brain never shuts off, and you’ve analyzed the analysis so much that you don’t even know what the problem is anymore. So you zone out and try to give your brain a break by scrolling, playing video games, or multitasking a podcast with laundry, because trying to meditate or rest your body just invites your thoughts to run wild and leaves you feeling exhausted and frustrated with yourself that you can’t just relax.

You’re doing your best to cope and keep up with things, then something small happens and suddenly you explode with a panic attack, meltdown, or yelling at the people you love. Cue the guilt and shame, and let’s start the cycle all over again. You know you need help, but finding an anxiety therapist is just one more task on the list of things that’s overwhelming you.

How Anxiety Therapy in Cincinnati Can Help

Hi. I’m Jennifer Branstetter, and I help anxious overachievers who get stuck in their thoughts to come down to earth. People start therapy with me feeling like they’re about to lose their minds, and at the end of the first session we have an action plan, and they feel better with a big sigh of relief.  People having meltdowns or panic multiple times a week get better in a couple of months. I use a lot of psychoeducation, talking about the systems, societal issues, and medical issues contributing to your symptoms. I’m big on finding solutions to problems, like connecting to resources and getting more support.

Whether you want to take better care of your body, get more sleep, spend more time with friends, learn to have boundaries, or learn how to talk yourself through anxiety, I’m the therapist that can help with that. My clients often say that they learn to ask for help, speak up at work, find themselves more confident and understanding and accepting of themselves, and communicating better with friends and family. 

What to Expect from Working with an Anxiety Therapist

There’s a lot of diversity in the type of people I work with, and the common undercurrent is high anxiety and intellectualizing their feelings.  It's the new mom who can’t sleep because fear keeps her up all night. It's working moms who struggle with guilt, balancing work and life who have resentment when their partners aren't helping. It's men who get so depressed they have to take medical leave from work. People who realize they're no longer doing things outside of work and don't know where to start. Former gifted kids with perfectionism. Undiagnosed or late diagnosed ADHD wondering why they can’t function. Adult children of emotionally immature parents. People with chronic illnesses. People anxious about their upcoming retirement. College students with anxiety. Parents of young Autistic and ADHD kids. It's a lot of people struggling with the state of the world right now.

Why Online Anxiety Therapy Works

In therapy, I have a calming demeanor and ask a lot of questions to drill down to the root cause of problems so we can find what’s going to work to get you feeling better. That might mean learning new skills, practicing in session, and doing some homework between appointments. I use some sarcasm and dark humor, because laughing at the absurdity of life helps to put things in perspective so we can figure out how to deal with it.

If you’re ready to get a handle on your anxiety, click here to schedule a free consultation to see if we’d be a good fit.

FAQs About Anxiety Therapy in Cincinnati

  • Yes. Research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. Many clients prefer it because they can actually fit it into their schedules, and don’t have to deal with taking the extra time to drive to an office.

  • Most people feel relieved when they get started and have a plan in the first session. With weekly sessions, many people are making great progress in 2-3 months and are ready to drop down to biweekly sessions, monthly check-ins, or are ready to end treatment and get back to their lives.

  • I provide online therapy to anyone in Ohio or Indiana.

  • I work with clients struggling with generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, panic attacks, decision-making stress, existential dread, ADHD spirals, overstimulation, and overthinking that affects work, relationships, and functioning.

  • I do not accept insurance directly, but I can provide a superbill you may submit for possible reimbursement. Many clients also use HSA/FSA funds.

  • We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, set your goals, and come up with a game plan you can start using right away.

  • I primarily work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, or life transitions. I do see some older teens if it’s a good fit - schedule a consultation for next steps.

  • I’m a real person, and I get it. I don’t just nod and give generic responses. My goal is to get you feeling better, so we’re going to look at what all is contributing (like have you gotten labwork from your doctor?), and find solutions to some of the problems you’re facing. I’m active in therapy, asking questions and moving you toward your goals.

  • Absolutely. Even if anxiety has been part of your story for years, therapy can help you break the cycle and get it under control.

  • That’s why I offer a free consultation - so you can ask questions, get a feel for my style, and see if it feels like a good fit. If you’d be better served by someone else, I can help direct you to that person.