You look composed on the outside… the smile, the “I’m fine” … but inside, anxiety is whispering: “What if you fail? What if they judge you? What if something goes wrong?” At Balance & Boundaries Therapy, I see you. I’ve worked with hundreds of women who carry this tension every day, women who struggle with overthinking, guilt, and the relentless pressure to people-please.

Growing up with a narcissistic parent is like learning to walk on a tightrope you never asked to cross. As daughters, many of us were raised to be vigilant, to constantly monitor our emotional terrain, to walk on eggshells… always optimizing ourselves to avoid criticism, blame, or invalidation. It can leave you feeling like you’re never enough, even when you try so hard to be perfect.