Understanding Anxiety in Relationships: A Therapist’s Guide to Managing Conflict and Building Intimacy

As a therapist specializing in anxiety and relationships, I've seen how anxiety can manifest in relationships, often leading to conflict, anger, and resentment. Anxiety doesn't just affect the individual experiencing it; it ripples out, influencing interactions and dynamics within relationships. In this blog post, I'll explore how anxiety shows up in relationships, how it contributes to negative reactions, and how therapy and mindfulness skills can help build self-awareness, self-regulation, and ultimately, stronger, more intimate connections.