Anxiety therapy for women in Georgia, Florida, and Vermont.
Your mind is constantly racing, filled with self-doubt and overthinking. No matter what you do, it never feels like enough. You’re juggling work, relationships, or a major life transition, such as becoming a parent or navigating a career change, and the anxiety that comes with it feels inescapable. The pressure to be perfect is overwhelming, and despite your best efforts, you can’t seem to quiet your mind.
You Don’t Have to Keep Feeling Stuck
You’ve been carrying this weight for too long, and I want you to know that it doesn’t have to be this way. You deserve to feel confident, calm, and in control of your life again. I can help you stop overthinking, ease your anxiety, and develop the tools you need to move forward.
Hi, I’m Candace Donaldson-Scott!
I’m a licensed therapist with expertise in anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions. I specialize in helping women like you break free from perfectionism, quiet the endless worry, and develop healthier ways to cope. Together, we’ll work on embracing self-compassion and building emotional resilience so you can lead a more balanced, fulfilling life.
We’ll identify the root causes of your anxiety and panic, then work to reduce your overwhelm and create tools for calm.
I’ll help you break the cycle of feeling like you have to “do it all” perfectly, while teaching you to embrace good-enough living.
Together, we’ll rebuild your self-esteem and work through the self-doubt that’s holding you back.
Here’s How Therapy Works With Me
I know the idea of therapy can feel daunting, especially when you’re already dealing with so much. That’s why I keep things simple:
1. Consultation – We’ll chat via email to make sure we’re a good fit.
2. First Session – In our initial session, we’ll complete an initial assessment while also diving into your current struggles, and you’ll leave with small but powerful steps to help you feel more in control.
3. Ongoing Support – While in therapy, we’ll tackle your challenges head-on, working together to create lasting change.
My Therapeutic Approach
My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you reframe negative thoughts, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you accept difficult emotions and live in alignment with your values, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) to cultivate present-moment awareness. We’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, balancing acceptance and action to help you make lasting changes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
In our work, we’ll use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you better understand how your thoughts are affecting your anxiety. When you’re feeling overwhelmed, it can feel like your mind is working against you, replaying the same worries or negative thoughts over and over again. Together, we’ll identify these unhelpful thought patterns and learn how to challenge and reframe them so they no longer have control over you.For example, if you often think, “I’m not good enough” or “I can’t handle this,” we’ll break that down and explore where those thoughts come from. Then, we’ll work on shifting those thoughts into something more balanced and realistic, like “I’m doing my best, and that’s enough.” It’s not about ignoring your feelings or pretending everything’s fine—it’s about finding ways to change the narrative your mind keeps repeating, so you feel less anxious and more in control. We’ll also focus on practical strategies you can use when anxiety hits—things like breathing exercises or grounding techniques to calm your body and mind in the moment. Over time, you’ll notice that the intensity of your anxiety starts to fade, and you’ll feel more confident navigating the stressors in your life. By working through your thoughts, we’ll help you stop the cycle of overthinking and worrying so you can regain a sense of peace and control in your life.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
In our sessions, I’ll use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you manage your anxiety in a way that feels more natural and less overwhelming. Together, we’ll work on accepting your anxious thoughts and emotions instead of constantly battling them. I know it sounds counterintuitive, but fighting anxiety often makes it worse. Instead, we’ll focus on making room for those feelings without letting them control your life.
ACT is about aligning your actions with your core values, even when anxiety shows up. We’ll explore what truly matters to you—whether it’s being present for your loved ones, feeling more confident at work, or just being able to enjoy your day without your mind racing. I’ll guide you through mindfulness exercises to help you stay grounded in the present moment, rather than being consumed by worry about the future or regrets from the past.
This approach isn’t about fixing or getting rid of anxiety, but about learning how to live alongside it while still pursuing what makes you happy. You’ll develop the tools to handle anxious thoughts and feelings when they arise, without letting them take over. By embracing the discomfort and taking steps toward the life you want, you’ll feel more in control and less at the mercy of your anxiety.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
I will use Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) to help you break free from the constant loop of overthinking and anxiety. MBCT blends mindfulness techniques with cognitive therapy, which means we’ll focus on helping you become more aware of your thoughts without getting caught up in them. You know how your mind feels like it’s constantly spinning, jumping from one worry to the next? MBCT helps you learn to observe those thoughts without letting them control you.
We’ll start by practicing mindfulness—simple exercises to help you stay present in the moment, instead of feeling pulled into the “what ifs” of the future or the “should have dones” of the past. It’s about learning how to notice the anxious thoughts as they come up but not reacting to them or letting them overwhelm you. Over time, this can help you gain a sense of calm and control that you’ve been craving.
Through MBCT, we’ll also work on recognizing the thought patterns that keep your anxiety going. Maybe it’s the pressure to be perfect or the fear of failure that keeps you up at night. Together, we’ll explore those patterns and find new, healthier ways of responding to them. Instead of feeling like you’re constantly battling your thoughts, MBCT teaches you how to let go of the fight and develop a sense of peace with yourself.
Credentials You Can Trust
I hold an EdS in traumatology, and I’m a licensed therapist in Georgia, Florida, and Vermont. I’m a National Certified Counselor (NCC) with specialized training in trauma therapy and perinatal mental health. With experience working in residential treatment facilities, domestic violence shelters, and mental health clinics, I’ve gained a deep understanding of how to support women navigating anxiety, life transitions, and self-worth challenges.
Ready to Start? Let’s Connect!
The first step is simple – email directly so we can talk about how I can help. You don’t have to keep feeling overwhelmed, and I’m here to guide you through this journey toward calm, confidence, and clarity.
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