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Carrie Lynn Phelps
Counselor, LMHC, CST-T, LMT
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34233
My areas of expertise include issues of substance abuse, anxiety, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I have a Body, Mind, Spirit approach, where I help clients connect within themselves to find the underlying issues that are creating problems in their lives, then help clients learn to identify the thought patterns that can cause dysfunction and develop strategies to lead happier and healthier lives.
My areas of expertise include issues of substance abuse, anxiety, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I have a Body, Mind, Spirit approach, where I help clients connect within themselves to find the underlying issues that are creating problems in their lives, then help clients learn to identify the thought patterns that can cause dysfunction and develop strategies to lead happier and healthier lives.
(941) 803-1724 View (941) 803-1724
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Lee Schlanger
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, MCAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231  (Online Only)
Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently living Sarasota, FL by way of New York City, NY. Lee has a passion for animals and doing anything outdoors, and is an avid sports fan. Lee has been working as a Mental Health Counselor since of 2016. Lee specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression as well as specializes in working with clients who have undergone grief, loss, and traumatic events, as well as substance abuse recovery, and more. Lee is also a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider and specializes in Telehealth sessions and is Certified EMDR and Trauma.
Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently living Sarasota, FL by way of New York City, NY. Lee has a passion for animals and doing anything outdoors, and is an avid sports fan. Lee has been working as a Mental Health Counselor since of 2016. Lee specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression as well as specializes in working with clients who have undergone grief, loss, and traumatic events, as well as substance abuse recovery, and more. Lee is also a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider and specializes in Telehealth sessions and is Certified EMDR and Trauma.
(941) 214-6132 View (941) 214-6132
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Jake Robertson
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34237
I work with individuals who are trying to find a path to emotional well-being. Many of the people I work with struggle with self-criticism, anxiety, depression, or feeling fully alive and at ease with being themselves in the world. I am committed to fostering the therapeutic relationship in order to help reduce or alleviate symptoms with efficiency and care. I am certified in Psychedelic Support (Internal Family Systems) and Ketamine Therapeutic Applications.
I work with individuals who are trying to find a path to emotional well-being. Many of the people I work with struggle with self-criticism, anxiety, depression, or feeling fully alive and at ease with being themselves in the world. I am committed to fostering the therapeutic relationship in order to help reduce or alleviate symptoms with efficiency and care. I am certified in Psychedelic Support (Internal Family Systems) and Ketamine Therapeutic Applications.
(941) 205-7999 View (941) 205-7999
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Lucy Arenberg - Lifespark Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34236
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting new clients September, 2024. Empowering Minds and Healing Hearts... I am a strengths - based, holistic psychotherapist. You're stressed, anxious, or depressed. I get it. I've been there myself. Or perhaps you've been dealing with the same issues for many years without ever fully resolving them. My personal motto is that you are not your depression. You are not your anxiety. You are also not your past. Working with me you'll discover how to finally heal your emotional wounds. The life you're meant to live, as you define it, is waiting for you.
Accepting new clients September, 2024. Empowering Minds and Healing Hearts... I am a strengths - based, holistic psychotherapist. You're stressed, anxious, or depressed. I get it. I've been there myself. Or perhaps you've been dealing with the same issues for many years without ever fully resolving them. My personal motto is that you are not your depression. You are not your anxiety. You are also not your past. Working with me you'll discover how to finally heal your emotional wounds. The life you're meant to live, as you define it, is waiting for you.
(941) 300-1851 View (941) 300-1851
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Olivia Aybar Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34238
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
(941) 200-4664 View (941) 200-4664
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Brad Eppley
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34238
I love helping people heal, develop and create healthier relationships. My passion is to facilitate transformational change that results in greater inner peace, healthy self love and joy in life and relationships. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I enjoy helping clients address underlying causes to symptoms like depression and anxiety. I am certified to do Neurotransmitter testing through Neuro Science and I work Holistically with an emphasis on Integrative and Functional care that focuses on the whole Being and helping clients to function optimally beyond just symptom relief.
I love helping people heal, develop and create healthier relationships. My passion is to facilitate transformational change that results in greater inner peace, healthy self love and joy in life and relationships. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I enjoy helping clients address underlying causes to symptoms like depression and anxiety. I am certified to do Neurotransmitter testing through Neuro Science and I work Holistically with an emphasis on Integrative and Functional care that focuses on the whole Being and helping clients to function optimally beyond just symptom relief.
(941) 203-3416 View (941) 203-3416
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Kelli Skaggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW-QS
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
Life can be really, truly, hard, anxiety feels awful, depression can be debilitating. I strive to meet you where you are at and help you get you where you want to be. I create a space to foster positive growth in a comfortable and safe environment. I am trained and love to work with clients facing issues of anxiety and panic, grief, trauma, gender identity, bipolar disorder, OCD and adult ADHD.
Life can be really, truly, hard, anxiety feels awful, depression can be debilitating. I strive to meet you where you are at and help you get you where you want to be. I create a space to foster positive growth in a comfortable and safe environment. I am trained and love to work with clients facing issues of anxiety and panic, grief, trauma, gender identity, bipolar disorder, OCD and adult ADHD.
(941) 213-5748 View (941) 213-5748
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Adam Horwitz
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
(813) 567-8211 View (813) 567-8211
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Fay Lino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34236  (Online Only)
Are you tired of feeling trapped by trauma, caged by depression, and riddled with panic? Do you know your brain and body have the capacity to unlearn maladaptive responses to trauma and embrace positive emotions, cognitions, and behaviors? I am ready to work with clients who are ready to challenge automatic trauma responses, change maladaptive behavior patterns, and embrace self-empowerment to create peace and healing on their transformative journey of self-revival. For a moment breathe and imagine the life you deserve with self-love, healthy boundaries, and the tools to navigate flourishing relationships. It's time for revival!
Are you tired of feeling trapped by trauma, caged by depression, and riddled with panic? Do you know your brain and body have the capacity to unlearn maladaptive responses to trauma and embrace positive emotions, cognitions, and behaviors? I am ready to work with clients who are ready to challenge automatic trauma responses, change maladaptive behavior patterns, and embrace self-empowerment to create peace and healing on their transformative journey of self-revival. For a moment breathe and imagine the life you deserve with self-love, healthy boundaries, and the tools to navigate flourishing relationships. It's time for revival!
(941) 770-3759 View (941) 770-3759
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Tanya Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Therapy, QS-CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34230  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients -Treating Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar or troubled relationships. Together we will unstuck life by finding the balance you are looking for. You deserve to be heard. Life can be overwhelming. It is time to take care of YOU. I am glad you are taking the first steps to feel better and resolve the concerns that have been bothering you and keeping you away from living the meaningful happier life you want to live. Perhaps you've been struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or troubled marital relationships? Maybe you've had a crisis and need help to get back on track, let's start to rebuild you back up.
Accepting New Clients -Treating Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar or troubled relationships. Together we will unstuck life by finding the balance you are looking for. You deserve to be heard. Life can be overwhelming. It is time to take care of YOU. I am glad you are taking the first steps to feel better and resolve the concerns that have been bothering you and keeping you away from living the meaningful happier life you want to live. Perhaps you've been struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or troubled marital relationships? Maybe you've had a crisis and need help to get back on track, let's start to rebuild you back up.
(321) 607-3562 View (321) 607-3562
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Christina Earley
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MS, MSW
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34243  (Online Only)
Do you need a supportive, accepting space? My counseling style is evidence-based, non-judgmental, and sincere. I primarily work with adults and teenagers. We would collaborate together to treat whatever is on your list of priorities; examples include helping with anxiety, ADHD, depression, low self-esteem or career goals, (I have two Masters degrees and changed my career, you can, too!) Our focus would be transformation using a variety of tools like parts work (IFS,) somatic therapy, nature-based therapy, mindfulness, and DBT. Let's help you become free from the interference of overwhelming thoughts or feelings
Do you need a supportive, accepting space? My counseling style is evidence-based, non-judgmental, and sincere. I primarily work with adults and teenagers. We would collaborate together to treat whatever is on your list of priorities; examples include helping with anxiety, ADHD, depression, low self-esteem or career goals, (I have two Masters degrees and changed my career, you can, too!) Our focus would be transformation using a variety of tools like parts work (IFS,) somatic therapy, nature-based therapy, mindfulness, and DBT. Let's help you become free from the interference of overwhelming thoughts or feelings
(941) 267-0750 View (941) 267-0750

More Therapists Nearby

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Helen Roberts
Counselor, MSE, LMHC, CSAT, NCMHCE, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34203
Hi! My name is Helen Roberts and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Iowa. I’ve been counseling children, teens, adults, couples, and families for over 20 years - But in my experience, that’s not really what you want to know. What you really want to know is can I help you? And is there hope for things to change for you? As a matter of fact, there is and I hope you’ll give me an opportunity to take that journey towards healing and empowerment with you. We can change the direction of your life right now and give you hope and power again!
Hi! My name is Helen Roberts and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Iowa. I’ve been counseling children, teens, adults, couples, and families for over 20 years - But in my experience, that’s not really what you want to know. What you really want to know is can I help you? And is there hope for things to change for you? As a matter of fact, there is and I hope you’ll give me an opportunity to take that journey towards healing and empowerment with you. We can change the direction of your life right now and give you hope and power again!
(941) 213-8988 View (941) 213-8988
Photo of Alli Becker, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Sarasota, FL
Alli Becker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you could wake up every morning feeling happy, fulfilled, and free of any consuming negative thoughts? If your answer is yes, you are in the right place. Whether you are struggling personally or in your relationships (of any sort: romantic, parent/child, etc.) we can help you. With over 15 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples, we are able to provide world class treatment for a variety of mental health concerns. Take the step to end your suffering today. It is time for you to learn how to live the life you deserve.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you could wake up every morning feeling happy, fulfilled, and free of any consuming negative thoughts? If your answer is yes, you are in the right place. Whether you are struggling personally or in your relationships (of any sort: romantic, parent/child, etc.) we can help you. With over 15 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples, we are able to provide world class treatment for a variety of mental health concerns. Take the step to end your suffering today. It is time for you to learn how to live the life you deserve.
(704) 869-2937 View (704) 869-2937

Online Therapists

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Dr. Madison Peluso
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, PhD, RMHCI, MCAP, CAMS-1
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Are you seeking compassionate and expert guidance to navigate life's challenges? Dr. Madison Peluso, RMHCI, is your partner on the path to mental well-being, substance use recovery, and a fulfilling sex life. Dr. Peluso, is dedicated to helping individuals like you reclaim their mental health and live their best lives. With expertise in mental health, substance use, and sexual health, she provides holistic and tailored support to address a broad spectrum of concerns. With a PhD in clinical sexology, Dr. Madison Peluso brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge and understanding to her practice.
Are you seeking compassionate and expert guidance to navigate life's challenges? Dr. Madison Peluso, RMHCI, is your partner on the path to mental well-being, substance use recovery, and a fulfilling sex life. Dr. Peluso, is dedicated to helping individuals like you reclaim their mental health and live their best lives. With expertise in mental health, substance use, and sexual health, she provides holistic and tailored support to address a broad spectrum of concerns. With a PhD in clinical sexology, Dr. Madison Peluso brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge and understanding to her practice.
(239) 326-0465 View (239) 326-0465
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Susie Rokosch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Largo, FL 33773  (Online Only)
Reaching out for support takes courage, and I am excited to help you identify and take the steps needed to make the changes you would like to see in your own life and relationships. I have over 15 years of professional work experience in clinical case management and counseling services. My experience includes working with a wide array of groups and individuals ranging from substance use, various types of physical and emotional trauma, sexual trauma, depression, and anxiety. I am also trained in teaching trauma informed yoga, mindfulness practices, and EMDR therapy, which we can incorporate into our work together should you choose.
Reaching out for support takes courage, and I am excited to help you identify and take the steps needed to make the changes you would like to see in your own life and relationships. I have over 15 years of professional work experience in clinical case management and counseling services. My experience includes working with a wide array of groups and individuals ranging from substance use, various types of physical and emotional trauma, sexual trauma, depression, and anxiety. I am also trained in teaching trauma informed yoga, mindfulness practices, and EMDR therapy, which we can incorporate into our work together should you choose.
(727) 349-5796 View (727) 349-5796
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Rondi Kylian Noden
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lithia, FL 33547  (Online Only)
I am a highly experienced social worker and mental health counselor with over ten years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families within trauma-informed care settings. Specializing in eating disorders and with experience working in substance use, I understand the lengthy journey individuals face as they work to address painful life experiences and learn healthy and effective coping skills. Additionally, I am skilled in dual diagnosis, borderline personality disorder, anxiety and depressive disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
I am a highly experienced social worker and mental health counselor with over ten years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families within trauma-informed care settings. Specializing in eating disorders and with experience working in substance use, I understand the lengthy journey individuals face as they work to address painful life experiences and learn healthy and effective coping skills. Additionally, I am skilled in dual diagnosis, borderline personality disorder, anxiety and depressive disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
(863) 431-9636 View (863) 431-9636
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Jennifer Livingstone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702  (Online Only)
Your life has not turned out how you had planned or hoped. You are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, substance use, or loss. You find yourself trying to solve this discomfort by repeating behaviors that provide temporary relief, but ultimately lead you further away from the kind of life you want, and the kind of person you want to be. Instead of stuck, exhausted, desperate, and dissatisfied, you'd like to move through your life with confidence, compassion, clarity, trust, creativity, curiosity, and centeredness. You'd like to finally resolve the hurt or pain you have been carrying inside you.
Your life has not turned out how you had planned or hoped. You are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, substance use, or loss. You find yourself trying to solve this discomfort by repeating behaviors that provide temporary relief, but ultimately lead you further away from the kind of life you want, and the kind of person you want to be. Instead of stuck, exhausted, desperate, and dissatisfied, you'd like to move through your life with confidence, compassion, clarity, trust, creativity, curiosity, and centeredness. You'd like to finally resolve the hurt or pain you have been carrying inside you.
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Vanessa Stanfield
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMCHI
Verified Verified
Brandon, FL 33511
Life is more like a winding labyrinth than a straight path. We hit moments of overwhelming anxiety, persistent sadness, grief, or the twists and turns of major life changes. It's during these times that a helping hand can illuminate the path ahead. Growing up, I saw how mental health and substance use challenges could weave through communities. But too often, these struggles were shrouded in silence, especially within minority communities like mine. Think about it: when a persistent backache throws your balance off, you wouldn't hesitate to seek medical help. So why should navigating mental health be any different?
Life is more like a winding labyrinth than a straight path. We hit moments of overwhelming anxiety, persistent sadness, grief, or the twists and turns of major life changes. It's during these times that a helping hand can illuminate the path ahead. Growing up, I saw how mental health and substance use challenges could weave through communities. But too often, these struggles were shrouded in silence, especially within minority communities like mine. Think about it: when a persistent backache throws your balance off, you wouldn't hesitate to seek medical help. So why should navigating mental health be any different?
(813) 605-1514 View (813) 605-1514
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Catalyst Center for Change LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP, CST, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33609
Erin Grupp, LCSW, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with her husband Scott Grupp, LMHC, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Erin is a Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, CSAT Therapist & Supervisor, Certified Clinical Trauma Resolution Therapist and a Psychodramatist (PAT.) Catalyst provides 3-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
Erin Grupp, LCSW, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with her husband Scott Grupp, LMHC, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Erin is a Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, CSAT Therapist & Supervisor, Certified Clinical Trauma Resolution Therapist and a Psychodramatist (PAT.) Catalyst provides 3-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.
(813) 375-9701 View (813) 375-9701
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Erika Pineros
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Naples, FL 34119  (Online Only)
Are you a woman who has experienced abuse of any kind? The type of abuse may include physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse. I have extensive experience working with women who have been in abusive relationships. I also have a passion for working with women's issues such as trauma, self-esteem, body image, parenting, relationship issues, to name a few.
Are you a woman who has experienced abuse of any kind? The type of abuse may include physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse. I have extensive experience working with women who have been in abusive relationships. I also have a passion for working with women's issues such as trauma, self-esteem, body image, parenting, relationship issues, to name a few.
(239) 558-0822 View (239) 558-0822
Substance Use Therapists

How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.

Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?

There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.