High-Functioning Self Doubt & Self-Trust Therapy

For adults who feel internally conflicted, emotionally guarded, or unsure of themselves — even while succeeding in life. Available in New York City, with online sessions in NJ, DC, CT


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You’re capable, thoughtful, and have achieved a lot — yet you still feel unsure of yourself.

Maybe you’ve had success in your career or relationships, yet you constantly question yourself. Your replay conversations, worry you said the wrong thing, or feel like you don’t fully belong — even in spaces where you objectively do.

You want to be more open, more connected, more yourself. But trusting your feelings — or trusting that others won’t reject you — feels risky.

There’s often nothing “wrong” with you. Many of the clients at Pause Counseling are thoughtful, high-functioning people who learn early on to rely on their competence rather than their emotions. Over time, that creates distance from your own feelings — and from others.

Therapy can help you develop a steadier sense of self — one that doesn’t disappear under pressure or around other people. We can work towards:

  • Building confidence that comes from within, not performance

  • Trusting your internal signals

  • Feeling more emotionally present and open

  • letting yourself be seen without assuming rejection

Click “Book A Session” above to schedule a complimentary 15 minute consultation and get started.

 
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