Therapy for Performance Anxiety in Manhattan & Across NYC

Speak up confidently. Achieve more than you thought possible.

You’ve worked hard to get to where you are & know you have what it takes to go further.

So why do you always freeze up when it’s time to prove it?

It’s no secret that climbing the ladder successfully requires putting yourself out there. But every time you try, you end up spiraling out and questioning whether you’re cut out for the career you’ve always dreamed of.

MAYBE YOU…

  • Dread being put on the spot—whether it’s leading a meeting, speaking up in a group, or sharing your ideas out loud.

  • Panic before big presentations or calls, and end up distracted by your racing thoughts and sweaty palms.

  • Over-prepare and still feel unprepared, second-guessing what you said the moment you leave the room.

  • Worry you’ll freeze, ramble, or embarrass yourself—even when you know you’ve done the work and have something valuable to say.

  • Say no to speaking opportunities or visibility at work because it just feels too overwhelming.

  • Can’t shake the feeling that this fear is holding you back from the kind of career you know you’re capable of having.

It’s okay to want big things and still be scared sometimes.

Let’s figure out how to keep that fear from getting in the way of your dreams.

MY APPROACH

Equipping you to feel more control under pressure.

Our work together starts with getting clear on what’s actually triggering your performance anxiety. Maybe it’s walking into a packed room, being put on the spot unexpectedly, or the pressure to make the words come out perfectly. Then, we look at what you’re thinking and feeling in those moments, and what your body tends to do in response.

Using tools from CBT, we figure out and address the deeper fear underneath—sometimes it’s worrying you’ll sound incompetent, embarrass yourself, or that others are judging you—and start to question and shift those beliefs so they have less power over you.

From there, we use ACT to help you respond differently when anxiety shows up. This helps you trust that even when things are stressful or high-stakes, you can stay focused and on course. We build the muscle of staying calm and steady under pressure by practicing grounding skills, sometimes even rehearsing aloud together in session.

The goal isn’t to get rid of all nerves, but to make sure they don’t stop you from showing up and saying what matters. Because you deserve your place in those rooms, and your ideas deserve to be heard.

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Imagine not overthinking every word—just showing up and actually feeling present.

Through therapy, you can…

  • Speak up in high-pressure moments with more clarity and confidence, without feeling like you’re going to freeze or fumble your words.

  • Let go of the fear of judgment or failure, so you can actually enjoy sharing your ideas instead of bracing for something to go wrong.

  • Rehearse in a way that builds confidence (not anxiety) and learn to stop over-preparing and start trusting yourself more.

  • Stay grounded when anxiety shows up, so you can keep your focus, breathe through the nerves, and get your point across.

  • Bounce back from the moments that don’t go perfectly with self-compassion instead of spiraling or beating yourself up.

  • Step into leadership roles, raise your hand for big opportunities, and finally feel like the confident version of yourself you know is in there.

It’s time to trust yourself & let your voice be heard.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Performance anxiety is that tension you feel before (or during) high-pressure moments—a big meeting, a presentation, even just speaking up in a group. Your heart races, your mind blanks, and you second-guess everything. Even when you know your stuff, it can feel like your body and brain are working against you. I help my clients understand what’s going on, change how they respond to it, and build the confidence to show up how they want to in those moments.

  • I use a mix of evidence-based approaches like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)—but in everyday terms, that means we’ll work on how you relate to anxious thoughts, build confidence through practice, and stay focused on what actually matters to you in high-pressure moments. It’s not just about “calming down,” it’s about showing up the way you want to, even when the nerves are there. If you want to learn more about how I work, you can check out my About page for a deeper dive into my approach.

  • It’s possible for the anxiety to get a whole lot quieter, to the point where it no longer gets in your way. For most people, the goal isn’t to erase every nerve, but to feel prepared and steady enough to handle the moment with confidence. We’ll work on that together—not just quieting anxiety, but helping you trust yourself in high-stakes situations. And yes, you can absolutely get to a place where those moments feel manageable and even energizing.