There it is.
The all-consuming worry you can’t shake. The ruminating thoughts about what you did or didn’t do. Or the sense that something terrible might happen.
Your body feels it too. Your heart starts racing and your breathing accelerates. Suddenly, you become sweaty and tense. And you are so depleted that even resting seems hard to achieve.
Despite your attempts to cope, you might feel stuck and tired, which frustrates you and feeds an endless and draining cycle.
Life can be exhausting when anxiety is in the driver’s seat. But there is a way to steer it to gain freedom and ease.
Find Serenity + Take Control.
I’m Dr. Wayne Bullock, a licensed clinical psychologist with 13+ years of experience. I offer in-person anxiety therapy to adults (ages 18 and up) living in Washington, DC, and nearby areas.
I know the weight of anxiety can be debilitating and challenging to bear. But it doesn’t have to keep you from reaching your goals or relishing your life.
Anxiety therapy can help you understand yourself and make significant changes to improve your well-being.
Let’s uncover your story and take control of your journey.
Contact me to learn more about anxiety therapy or schedule an appointment to get started.
What Is Anxiety?
Anxiety is your emotional response to something scary or distressing.
Mild and occasional anxiety might keep you alert, responsive, and on track. Think of the tension you may feel about a public presentation or those tickling nerves before proposing to your partner. This momentary pressure might rise and fall without creating any harm.
Yet, if you experience excessive, ongoing, and uncontrollable anxiety, everyday activities may become tough to conquer. Distressing symptoms can interfere with your work, career, home dynamics, relationships, and ability to care for yourself and others.
Do You Need Anxiety Therapy?
Mental and Emotional Symptoms of Anxiety
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Constant worry or nerves
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Excessive fear or panic
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Fatigue and low energy
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Feeling impending danger or apprehension
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Intense mood swings and irritability
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Problems resting, falling, or staying asleep
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Racing thoughts and overwhelming feelings
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Trouble focusing
Physical Symptoms of Anxiety
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Accelerated heartbeat
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Gastrointestinal issues
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Muscle tension
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Nausea or dizziness
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Pain
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Shortness of breath or hyperventilating
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Sweating
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Trembling
Are you checking some of these boxes? Therapy can support you if you or someone you know is dealing with any of these signs.
Whether you’ve been living with distressing symptoms for a while or started experiencing them recently, I’m here for you. While there is no “quick fix” or “magical cure” for anxiety, we can identify the underlying pieces and discover alternatives to manage it.
How Therapy Helps With Anxiety
Anxiety therapy involves meeting with a mental health professional in a safe space to dig deep, examine your symptoms, and learn how to alleviate them.
Anxiety therapy can help you:
Explore
We will travel through your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and behaviors to reveal any helpful or unhelpful patterns.
I want you to grow curious and aware of who you are, your narratives and habits, and how they may have played a part in your experience and symptoms.
Rebuild
Therapy is a quest into the self that will expand your perspective and allow you to make space for transformation.
You will find new ways to see and relate to yourself and others, shift negative patterns, and address what’s underneath your distress.
Relieve
This process of self-exploration and change will help you find relief and freedom from your symptoms.
I will listen, provide insight, and share tailored strategies so you can regain ownership of your choices and learn how to navigate anxiety when it surfaces.
Dr. Wayne Bullock | Therapist for Anxiety in Washington DC
I provide individual therapy for anxiety and other specialties to adults living in Washington, DC, and its neighboring areas (Arlington, VA; Alexandria, VA; Bethesda, MD; DC Metro Area).
My services are all in-person and customized to your unique situation. I have experience working with the LGBTQ+ and Jewish community and welcome every race or ethnic background, religion, identity, and orientation.
My therapeutic approach is mainly psychoanalytic, drawing from interpersonal and relational therapy. I focus on providing empathetic yet assertive support—I am warm and compassionate, but I’m also here to challenge you to show up for yourself because I know how powerful this work can be.
We will begin with a 15-minute consultation, where we get to know each other, and you can ask any questions you may have. If we believe we are a fit, we’ll schedule an appointment to start your therapy journey.
Sessions last 45 minutes and are scheduled at least once a week. The number of sessions needed and frequency depends on your symptoms, commitment, progress, and goals.
Ready to Start?
You made it here in search of support. Don’t let anxiety hold you back any longer. Let’s work together to break the cycle and redefine your path.
Contact me for a consultation or schedule a therapy appointment today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety & How Therapy Can Help
What types of anxiety do you specialize in?
I work with many forms of anxiety, including chronic anxiety, high-functioning anxiety, panic attacks, performance anxiety, relationship anxiety, social anxiety, rejection sensitivity, and anxiety connected to identity, sexuality, trauma, perfectionism, or shame.
How do I know if my anxiety is serious enough for therapy?
Your anxiety is worth taking seriously if it affects your ability to rest, connect, make decisions, focus, sleep, or feel present in your life. You do not need to be in crisis to seek therapy. Many people in Washington, DC experience high-functioning anxiety, where they appear successful and capable on the outside while feeling tense, overwhelmed, or constantly “on” internally.
How do I know if I’m experiencing stress or anxiety?
Stress is often connected to a specific situation, such as a work deadline, relationship conflict, or major life change. Anxiety can continue even when there is no immediate threat. It may show up as racing thoughts, tension, dread, panic, rumination, or the feeling that something bad is about to happen. Therapy can help you better understand what your anxiety is trying to signal.
Do panic attacks mean I need therapy?
Panic attacks can be frightening, but they are also treatable. Therapy can help you understand what may be triggering panic, how your body responds to perceived danger, and how to work with your nervous system more effectively. We can also explore whether your panic is connected to trauma, chronic stress or suppressed emotions.
How often should I meet with you for anxiety therapy?
I typically meet with clients at least weekly. I find that this gives us enough time to get to know each other better and build momentum and consistent space to explore what is happening in your life. Occasionally, I may suggest meeting more frequently depending on what brings you to therapy and your history.
How do I get started with anxiety therapy?
You can set up a free 15-minute consultation through this portal. During the initial consultation, you and I will talk about what is bringing you to therapy and what you hope to get out of the process. You will also have a chance to get a sense of how it feels to speak with me and see if we’re a good fit for each other.
My office is located at 910 17th St NW, Suite 419, Washington, DC 20006, near both the Farragut North and Farragut West metro stations. If you are driving, the office is near major downtown corridors, including Connecticut Avenue NW, K Street NW, and 17th Street NW.
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