You Don’t Have to Pretend Everything’s Fine Anymore
You’re tired of pretending everything is fine while quietly running on empty so you thoughtfully used your resources and searched for anxiety therapy in Tampa. I get it! You are ready to finally stop pushing, stop pretending, and start feeling like yourself again.
You wake up already drained, your mind racing with yesterday’s unfinished tasks. At work, you nod through meetings, saying yes to projects you don’t have time for, terrified of seeming difficult.
Everyone calls you reliable, but inside, you feel resentful, stretched thin, and unseen. No matter how much you accomplish, you can’t shake the fear that one day your coworkers will realize you’re not as capable as they think. Even after long hours and extra effort, it feels like you’re just pretending to keep up, always waiting for the moment you’ll be “found out.”
You Give Everything to Everyone Else—and It’s Costing You
In relationships, you bend over backward to keep the peace, often saying yes when you want to say no and then beating yourself up for it later.
You hold back your true feelings because you’re scared of being too much or not enough. You give and give until you feel resentful, but then blame yourself for being ungrateful. With friends and family, you’re always scanning the room, trying to keep the peace. You take responsibility for everyone else’s mood, bending yourself into knots so no one feels upset with you.
Deep down, you wonder if people actually see you—or only the version of you that works so hard to keep everyone else happy.
Your Thoughts Are So Loud
The relentless inner critic that says you’re failing, that you don’t measure up, that if people really knew you, they’d leave or not love you. That voice leaves you doubting your worth, questioning your choices, and replaying every conversation long after it’s over.
Even Rest Feels Like Work
Rest feels impossible and guilt floods in when you try to slow down. On the outside, you’re calm and composed. Yet on the inside, anxiety, guilt, and loneliness never stop pressing in.
You’ve tried therapy before, hoping for quick relief, but it felt surface-level or too short-lived. You’ve been wondering if real change is even possible.
A Compassionate Approach for Anxiety and Burnout
Therapy takes time, safety, and the right relationship to truly shift long-standing patterns. My role is to meet you exactly where you are with validation for your pain and tools that help you reclaim your voice.
You deserve more than just surviving. You deserve to feel safe, seen, and enough.
Your Pain Deserves to Be Acknowledged, Not Minimized
Because you’ve landed here, I know your invisible scars, relationship wounds, or the exhaustion of constantly striving have been weighing you down.
But those scars can be hard to recognize, especially when they’re wrapped in the day-to-day realities of adulthood. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to keep carrying this weight by yourself.
Healing the Patterns That Keep You Stuck
Healing the narratives that have gotten in the way and kept you stuck isn’t about blaming the past. It’s about recognizing the patterns that have held you back, letting go of what no longer serves you, and making room for something better. It’s about grieving what you didn’t get so you can finally receive what you’ve always needed.
I'm Brittany Peterson-Jackson, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and I provide therapy for the parts of you that feel anxious, unseen, and overextended. The parts that long to slow down, feel safe, and trust your own voice again. Healing isn’t about changing who you are, it’s about creating space for your authentic self to (finally) breathe again!
I help professionals move from being drained as a result of always putting others first, never feeling “enough,” and silencing their own needs move toward finally setting boundaries, quieting the inner critic, and feeling confident being fully themselves. I show up with a heart-centered, relational approach grounded in compassion, validation, and real tools for change.
You don’t have to find your way forward alone anymore. I invite you to reach out today and schedule your free 20-minute consultation. You deserve a space where you can address the patterns that have kept you stuck and begin living the life that you crave and deserve!
Reclaim Your Voice and Embrace Your Worth
Counseling is not about surface-level coping or quick fixes. It’s about creating a space where you can finally lay down the mask of being “fine” and let yourself be real. Here, you can expect honesty met with compassion, acknowledgment of your feelings that you’ve been told to dismiss, and practical guidance that makes change feel possible rather than overwhelming.
You’ll learn how to recognize when you’ve hit your limit, how your body and brain are signaling that you need care, and how to feel calmer and more balanced without criticizing yourself for struggling. Clients often say this helps them breathe easier, because they finally understand why they react the way they do instead of blaming themselves for it.
You’ve already taken a very brave step by looking for anxiety therapy in Tampa. Now let’s take the next step together and start you on your healing journey.
1. How do I know if what I’m feeling is anxiety or just stress?
It can be hard to tell the difference. Stress usually comes and goes depending on what’s happening in your life, while anxiety feels like it never fully turns off. You might notice racing thoughts, tightness in your chest, or a sense of dread that shows up even when things seem fine. In therapy, we’ll explore what’s happening beneath the surface so you can understand your triggers and begin to find real relief.
2. I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help. How will this be different?
That’s such a valid concern. Many people come to me feeling disappointed or even discouraged by past therapy experiences. My approach to anxiety therapy in Tampa is relational and trauma-informed, meaning we go beyond coping skills to understand the patterns keeping you stuck. You’ll be met with compassion, not pressure, so you can begin to trust the process again.
3. What if I don’t know where to start or what to say in therapy?
That’s completely okay. You don’t need to have the right words or a plan. Therapy is a safe space where we take things at your pace. We’ll start with what feels most present—whether that’s exhaustion, fear, or just the sense that something has to change.
4. How long does anxiety therapy usually take?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some clients begin noticing shifts after a few months, while others find longer-term therapy helps them address deeper patterns. Our goal is to build steady, lasting change rather than quick fixes that fade once life gets stressful again.
5. What kinds of anxiety do you help with?
I work with professionals, caregivers, and high-achieving individuals who struggle with constant worry, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or feeling like they’re “never enough.” Whether your anxiety shows up as overthinking, emotional exhaustion, or difficulty setting boundaries, therapy can help you feel calmer, more confident, and more connected to yourself.
6. Do you offer virtual anxiety therapy in Tampa?
Yes. I provide both in-person and secure online sessions for clients throughout Florida. Virtual therapy can be a comfortable and flexible option, especially if you have a busy schedule or prefer connecting from the privacy of your own space.
7. Will talking about my past make my anxiety worse?
That’s a common fear. We go slowly and always prioritize your emotional safety. Together, we’ll explore the past only as much as it helps you understand the patterns that affect you now. You’ll gain tools to stay grounded even as you do deeper work.
8. How do I get started with anxiety therapy in Tampa?
You can schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we’re a good fit. During that call, we’ll talk about what’s been hard lately, what you hope to change, and how therapy can help you move forward with more clarity and confidence.