Stress Management - Arlington Heights, IL

Getting help for stress is one of the healthiest things you can do. Stress is common, but when it starts affecting your sleep, mood, relationships, or work, it’s time to actively address it.

How do I know I need Stress Management help?

You may benefit from help if you’re experiencing:

• Constant tension or irritability
• Trouble sleeping
• Racing thoughts
• Headaches, stomach issues, or muscle tightness
• Feeling overwhelmed or burned out
• Withdrawing from people
• Difficulty concentrating
• If this sounds familiar, you’re not weak — your nervous system is overloaded.

How can Stress Management therapy help me?

Speaking with a licensed therapist can help you:

• Identify stress triggers
• Build coping strategies
• Improve boundaries
• Reduce anxiety symptoms
• Prevent burnout

What types of Stress Management therapy do we use?

Two evidence-based therapy types often used for stress:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Helps change unhelpful thought patterns
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Helps you manage stress while focusing on your values

If stress feels tied to deeper anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, therapy is especially helpful.