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Therapy for Stress & Overwhelm

Support for the pressure, the burnout, and the constant feeling of "too much."

When your mind feels cluttered and your days feel heavier than you can carry,
you don't have to hold it all by yourself.

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When Stress Makes Everything Feel Like a Lot More Than It Should

Some days it feels like everything asks more of you than you have to give.
Your mind is constantly spinning, your body feels tense, and even small tasks drain your energy faster than you can recharge.

Maybe you're:

     trying to keep up with school, work, or responsibilities but feeling behind no matter how hard you try

     overwhelmed by expectations (your own or everyone else's)

     exhausted from thinking about everything you "should" be doing

     living in a near-constant state of pressure, rushing, or stress

     feeling guilty for not being able to "handle it all"

     shutting down, procrastinating, or avoiding things because it feels like too much

Stress isn't a personal failure.
It's your mind and body doing their best to cope with more than they were meant to carry alone.

And when people say "just relax" or "stop overthinking," all it does is make you feel more misunderstood.

You're not weak.
You're not dramatic.
You're overwhelmed — and that deserves compassion, not judgment.

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Stress Is More Than Being Busy —

It Affects Everything

Stress doesn't just live in your schedule — it lives in your body, your relationships, your thoughts, and your sense of self.

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It can show up as:

     irritability, frustration, or feeling on-edge

     difficulty concentrating or shutting your mind off

     headaches, tight muscles, stomach issues, or trouble sleeping

     avoiding responsibilities because the pressure feels too heavy

     burnout — feeling numb, checked out, or disconnected

    comparing yourself to others and feeling behind

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And when you're carrying this much for this long, it's easy to feel like you're failing or falling apart.
But that's not the truth.
It's a sign you've been managing far too much for far too much — without enough support.

You deserve a place where you can slow down, untangle what's going on inside, and breathe without feeling judged or rushed.

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What Can Change When You're No Longer Running on Empty

Therapy isn't about becoming someone you're not.
It's about helping you build steadier ways to cope, feel more rooted in yourself, and create space to breathe again.

As we work together, you may notice:

     Your mind feeling less chaotic

More space, less mental noise.

     Your thoughts becoming clearer

Easier to focus, easier to decide.

     Your body feeling less tense or reactive

Fewer stress responses running the show.

     You being able to set boundaries without guilt

More capacity to say "no" and protect your energy.

     Stress taking up less space

Not dominating every part of your day.

     Decisions feeling less overwhelming
More clarity, less pressure.

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This doesn't shift overnight —
but with steady support, things can begin to feel more manageable, more grounded, and more hopeful again.

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How Therapy Helps You Navigate Stress With More Clarity and Control

My role isn't to tell you to "just calm down."
It's to understand what your stress is trying to communicate — and to help you build tools that support your mind, your body,
and your daily life.

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In therapy, you'll learn how to:

     slow your thoughts instead of spiraling

     regulate your body so tension doesn't take over

     understand your stress patterns and triggers

     interrupt overthinking before it becomes overwhelming

     reduce pressure by shifting expectations and boundaries

     cope with responsibilities in a way that feels sustainable

     make decisions without fear or burnout leading the way

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You don't need to have everything figured out to start.
You don't need a plan.
You just have to show up — exactly as you are.

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If Something in You Is Hoping for Things to Feel Less Heavy… That Matters

You don't have to navigate this stress and overwhelm on your own.
And you don't have to feel "ready" to begin.

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Even the smallest part of you wanting things to feel lighter is enough.

Whenever you're ready —

I'm here, and I'll meet you gently, exactly where you are.

Reaching out is just a first step — no pressure, no commitment.

*Now offering Therapy Intensives*  Click HERE to find out more

Feeling stuck?

Let's take the next step together.
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You don't have to sort everything out on your own.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, heavy, or unsure of where to begin —
I'm here to help you find your footing again.

Start with a free consultation

A gentle, no-pressure conversation to see whether this feels like a good fit.

©2023-2026 Dr. Melissa Kleinz, PhD, LPC, LPCMH, NCC
All Rights Reserved. 

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