Counseling for Anxiety in Billerica & Lexington, MA

Anxiety can feel like an invisible weight—always there, always pulling at your peace of mind. At Blue Square Counseling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to help you manage anxiety and find relief. Whether you're dealing with constant worry, panic attacks, social anxiety, or stress that never seems to go away, we’re here to support you.

You don’t have to push through it alone. Therapy can help you break the cycle of overthinking, fear, and tension—and help you return to a sense of calm, clarity, and confidence.

What Anxiety Looks and Feels Like

Anxiety can take many forms and affect every part of life. You might recognize it as:

  • Constant overthinking or second-guessing yourself

  • A racing mind that won’t shut off

  • Trouble sleeping or relaxing

  • Tightness in your chest, upset stomach, or muscle tension

  • Panic attacks that seem to come out of nowhere

  • Avoiding certain people, places, or tasks

  • A sense of dread even when nothing’s “wrong”

  • Fear of judgment, failure, or not being good enough

You may have gotten used to feeling “on edge” all the time—or hiding how hard it really is. But anxiety is treatable, and things can get better.

Types of Anxiety We Work With

Our therapists are skilled in supporting a wide range of anxiety-related concerns, including:

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

  • Panic Disorder and panic attacks

  • Social Anxiety

  • Health Anxiety

  • OCD and intrusive thoughts

  • Performance anxiety

  • Phobias

  • Perfectionism and high-functioning anxiety

  • Anxiety related to trauma or chronic stress

You don’t need a formal diagnosis to seek help. If anxiety is interfering with your daily life, your relationships, or your ability to feel grounded, therapy may be a helpful next step.

How Therapy Helps with Anxiety

Anxiety therapy focuses on both symptom relief and root causes. Our goal isn’t just to help you “cope,” but to understand what’s driving your anxiety, and to shift the patterns—mental, emotional, and behavioral—that keep it going.

We work with clients to:

  • Reduce physical and emotional symptoms of anxiety

  • Learn how to regulate nervous system responses

  • Challenge unhelpful thought patterns

  • Develop calming practices and tools for the moment

  • Build confidence in managing triggers and uncertainty

  • Process underlying experiences or trauma, if relevant

  • Set boundaries and address burnout

  • Reclaim a sense of peace and self-trust

You’ll learn practical strategies you can use right away, and over time, start to feel more in control of your thoughts, emotions, and daily life.

What to Expect in Anxiety Counseling

Your therapist will begin by getting to know you—your symptoms, your story, and your goals for therapy. From there, you’ll collaborate on a treatment plan that supports relief while honoring your unique experience.

We draw from a range of evidence-based approaches for treating anxiety, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Mindfulness and somatic-based strategies

  • Exposure and response prevention (ERP), when appropriate

  • Trauma-informed and narrative therapies

  • Art-informed or body-based tools, when helpful

We understand that even making an appointment can feel like a big step. We’ll go at your pace, with no pressure and no judgment.

In-Person and Telehealth Options Available

We offer anxiety therapy in both our Billerica and Lexington, MA offices. For those who prefer to meet from the comfort of home, we also provide secure telehealth sessions throughout Massachusetts. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for you to get the care you deserve.

Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety Counseling

  • If anxiety is making daily life harder—or stealing your peace of mind—therapy can help. You don’t have to wait for things to get worse to seek support.

  • Yes. Even long-standing anxiety can shift with the right support and tools. Therapy can help you rewrite old patterns and find more freedom.

  • That’s okay. Many people struggle to put their feelings into words at first. Your therapist will help guide the conversation gently and at your pace.

  • Yes. We often work with clients who experience panic. Therapy can help you understand why they happen, what to do in the moment, and how to prevent future episodes.

You Don’t Have to Be Controlled by Anxiety

You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start—but change is possible. With the right support, you can feel calmer, more grounded, and more confident in yourself and your life.

At Blue Square Counseling, we’re here to help you move from anxiety to ease, one step at a time.

Start Your Journey Toward Calm

If you’re ready to feel less anxious and more in control, we’re here for you. Reach out today to schedule an appointment or learn more about anxiety counseling in Billerica, Lexington, or anywhere in Massachusetts via secure telehealth.