You Don’t Have to Be “Fine” All the Time
- willowtreehealingc
- May 16
- 2 min read
How many times have you answered “I’m fine” when that wasn’t the full truth?
Maybe you're overwhelmed but functioning. Tired but pushing through. On the outside, you’re managing work, family, or daily life—but inside, things feel heavy, disconnected, or stuck.
In therapy, we make space for the version of you that doesn’t have to be fine all the time.
Why We Say We're Fine (Even When We’re Not)
Saying “I’m fine” becomes second nature, especially if you’re someone who’s used to being the helper, the fixer, or the one others rely on. But constantly carrying everything alone can lead to burnout, anxiety, and emotional fatigue.
According to the American Psychological Association, burnout is more than just stress—it can impact your emotional well-being, relationships, and sense of motivation.
Therapy is a place to stop pretending, take a breath, and finally talk about what’s really going on.
Signs It Might Be Time to Talk to a Therapist
You don’t need a crisis to start therapy. But if you’ve noticed any of these signs, it might be time to reach out:
You feel emotionally drained most days
You overthink small decisions or constantly doubt yourself
You’re struggling to feel present, connected, or hopeful
You want change, but don’t know where to start
Therapy has been shown to improve mood, coping skills, and resilience. The National Institute of Mental Health highlights therapy as a proven treatment for stress, depression, anxiety, and adjustment challenges.
Online Therapy That Fits Into Real Life
I offer online therapy for adults in Virginia, so you can meet from your home, car, or anywhere you have a quiet moment. It’s flexible, secure, and backed by research. Studies show teletherapy is as effective as in-person therapy for many mental health concerns, including anxiety and depression.
Whether you're feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, or just need space to reconnect with yourself, therapy can help you build a stronger foundation from the inside out.
You Don’t Have to Carry It Alone
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, you don’t have to keep doing it by yourself.Therapy is a place to be real, reflect, and rediscover your strength—without judgment.
Now accepting new clients for online therapy in Virginia.Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
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If you are looking for family counseling, Mary Willoughby Prentiss is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia who provides online therapy for Willow Tree Healing Center. She enjoys transforming the lives of women, college students, kids, tweens/teens, and families through providing communication strategies, coping skills that work, allowing a safe space to be heard, and actively working towards helping you with your challenges. She is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (ages 2-7) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, counsels substance abuse in teens and adults, and practices Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.
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