What’s the Root Cause of Anxiety? (High-Functioning Anxiety Explained by a Therapist)

If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s the root cause of my anxiety?” especially when you are a woman who looks like you have everything together on the outside but feel overwhelmed on the inside, this video is for you.

In this video, I talk about high-functioning anxiety, why it shows up, and why it usually isn’t just “one root cause.” Instead of trying to get rid of anxiety, I walk through a different way to understand it, get curious about it, and notice what it may be trying to protect you from.

We’ll explore:
• why high-functioning anxiety often develops over time
• common patterns like rehearsing, over-preparing, and fear of messing up
• why your anxiety actually makes sense (even if it feels exhausting)
• a compassionate first step you can try when anxiety shows up

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

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I’m a therapist in Utah, and I work primarily with women who struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, body image concerns, and feeling like they have to hold everything together.

If you live in Utah and want support, you can learn more or reach out here:
👉 www.maplecanyontherapy.com

More videos coming on:
high functioning anxiety
anxiety symptoms
understanding anxiety
nervous system + anxiety
therapy and mental health education

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This video is for education only and not a substitute for therapy or medical care.