Anxiety Therapy for Residents of Arcadia, FL

Welcome

Life can bring unexpected challenges that feel overwhelming, making it hard to find clarity and a way forward.

At Inner Heart Therapy, I offer online therapy for residents in Arcadia, FL, creating a safe, affirming, and confidential space to help you navigate life’s struggles. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety or LGBTQ+ identity concerns, my approach is rooted in warmth, understanding, and practical solutions tailored to your needs.

You don’t have to face this alone, let’s take the first step toward healing together.

I also work with clients across Florida. Learn more about how I support anxiety and LGBTQ+ mental health statewide on this page.

You will receive a response in two business days.

What anxiety looks like in Arcadia

Anxiety here can be quiet in the morning and loud by bedtime. Your mind revs at a long stretch of US-17. Shoulders tighten when the forecast pings, or when a bill lands at the wrong time. Maybe you hold it together at the shop, on the ranch, or at the clinic, then snap once you’re home. Maybe nothing looks “wrong,” yet you feel wired and worn out. If you’re not sure what you’re dealing with, we’ll map it together and choose steps that fit life in DeSoto County.

How therapy helps

We start simple. First we notice how stress shows up in breath, jaw, shoulders, and thought loops. Then we add small, repeatable skills you can use before a hard talk, when the list explodes, or when your brain won’t power down at night. I pair practical thinking tools with nervous-system work so choices get clearer and your body settles. If you want more body support, I also offer polyvagal-informed tools and the Safe and Sound Protocol. Sessions are online across Florida, so you can meet from a quiet room at home, your parked car by the Peace River, or any private spot that works.

Support for Arcadia rhythms

Ranch and grove schedules, school calendars, hurricane prep, caregiving, and rodeo weekends can flip sleep and mood. We’ll design routines that flex with your calendar. Think focus strategies for early starts, down-regulation after late finishes, and steady steps back from all-or-nothing thinking when plans change.

LGBTQ+ affirming therapy in Arcadia

You deserve a space where you don’t have to translate your life. Bring questions about gender, sexuality, dating, family, church history, being out at work, or choosing privacy in a small town. We’ll move at your pace, keep safety at the center, and build a bigger sense of belonging.

Specialties

FAQs

Can I access therapy in Arcadia even if there aren't local providers?

Yes. I provide secure, online therapy for adults in Arcadia and other rural parts of Florida. You don’t have to drive hours or settle for care that doesn’t feel right. My virtual sessions make high-quality, specialized support accessible, no matter how remote your location may feel. Therapy should meet you where you are, both emotionally and geographically.

Is this therapy inclusive of LGBTQ+ adults?

Absolutely. I’m a queer therapist, and my practice is intentionally built to be affirming, safe, and supportive for LGBTQ+ adults. Whether you’re out, questioning, navigating identity shifts, or just craving a space where you don’t have to explain the basics, I’m here to offer care that respects all of who you are.

What kind of anxiety do you help with?

I work with adults experiencing a wide range of anxiety, including generalized anxiety, trauma-related stress, emotional overwhelm, and social anxiety. If your body feels like it’s always on edge or you shut down in response to stress, you’re not alone. My approach is body-based, polyvagal-informed, and deeply validating. We’ll move at a pace that honors your nervous system and helps you build a sense of internal safety.