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That ‘Strong’ Self-Talk Is Actually Burning You Out

That ‘Strong’ Self-Talk Is Actually Burning You Out

by Erika T. Kendrick | Nov 24, 2025 | Anxiety Therapy

Most of us grow up believing that “strong” self-talk is what keeps us going. You know the lines: “Push through.” “You don’t have time to fall apart.” “You’ve handled worse.” “Keep it together.” But here is what research shows (and what I see every day in anxiety...
High Achievement Is Hiding Your Anxiety — Here’s How I Know

High Achievement Is Hiding Your Anxiety — Here’s How I Know

by Erika T. Kendrick | Nov 18, 2025 | Anxiety Therapy

When people picture anxiety, they often imagine visible signs like panic attacks, crying, or emotional overwhelm. But for the high achiever? Anxiety looks completely different. It looks like getting things done. It looks like excellence. It looks like keeping your...
I Don’t Know How to Rest Without Feeling Guilty

I Don’t Know How to Rest Without Feeling Guilty

by Erika T. Kendrick | Nov 10, 2025 | Black Therapist

“You say you’re tired, and that you need rest. But the moment you slow down, your mind starts racing and reminding you of all the things you “should” be doing. As a black therapist who works primarily with Black women and other women of color,...
Too Much Water: The Truth About Capacity

Too Much Water: The Truth About Capacity

by Erika T. Kendrick | Nov 4, 2025 | Black Therapist

If you’re a Black woman feeling like you’re barely keeping your head above water, you’re not alone. As a black therapist specializing in therapy for Black women and BIPOC communities, I see this pattern of brilliant, capable women stretched beyond...
You’re Anxious Even When You Look Perfectly Fine

You’re Anxious Even When You Look Perfectly Fine

by Erika T. Kendrick | Oct 27, 2025 | Anxiety Therapy

If someone had told you that you were anxious, you probably would have dismissed it immediately. After all, you get things done, show up consistently, and handle your responsibilities without question. You’re not falling apart; you’re functioning just...
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Erika T. Kendrick, LPC

Empowering Women of Color to be healed from anxiety through therapy (Millennial and GenX)

In-person therapy available in Montclair, NJ.

Online therapy available throughout New Jersey, including Glen Ridge, and across Florida, including St. Petersburg and Oakland Park.

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