Answers to Questions about Anxiety by Dr. Sierra
Why do I feel lonely in my relationship?
In today's rapidly evolving world of 2025, life transitions occur with increasing frequency and intensity. Whether facing career shifts, relationship transformations, or identity evolutions, many people across Oregon and the Pacific Northwest experience a common but rarely discussed companion during these periods: anxiety. This natural response to change affects how we navigate important life transitions, often creating patterns that either support or hinder our growth.
How do I manage anxiety during major life changes?
In today's rapidly evolving world of 2025, life transitions occur with increasing frequency and intensity. Whether facing career shifts, relationship transformations, or identity evolutions, many people across Oregon and the Pacific Northwest experience a common but rarely discussed companion during these periods: anxiety. This natural response to change affects how we navigate important life transitions, often creating patterns that either support or hinder our growth.
How can I cope with grief after losing a loved one?
Loss is perhaps the most universal human experience, yet when we lose someone we love, our grief can feel profoundly isolating. In 2025, as our world continues to evolve rapidly around us, the fundamental experience of grieving remains a deeply personal journey that transforms not just our hearts but our entire lives. This article explores how understanding your grief patterns can help you navigate this difficult transition with greater awareness and eventually, healing.
Why do I keep having the same arguments with my partner?
In 2025, relationship dynamics continue to evolve alongside our increasingly digital lives—but many couples still find themselves stuck in the same frustrating patterns that have challenged relationships for generations. As a psychologist practicing in Oregon, I see this every day—whether couples are in Portland, or anywhere across the Pacific Northwest, the struggles are often strikingly similar: the same argument on repeat, or a growing sense of distance that’s hard to name.
How Do I Break Negative Patterns in My Relationship?
In today's fast-paced world of 2025, many couples in Oregon and beyond find themselves stuck in repetitive relationship patterns that leave them feeling disconnected and frustrated. If you've ever wondered why you keep encountering the same conflicts or experiencing similar emotional responses with your partner, you're not alone.
