Online Therapy for Anxiety & Depression

Why Online Therapy Works for Anxiety & Depression

For people struggling with anxiety and depression, even simple tasks—like getting dressed, leaving the house, or making a phone call—can feel overwhelming.

Online therapy removes those barriers, making it easier to get support without added stress.

You can connect with a therapist from the comfort of your own space, on your schedule, and in a way that feels safe and low-pressure.

This flexibility can be a game-changer when motivation is low or anxiety makes traditional in-person sessions feel too intense. Online therapy meets you where you are (literally and emotionally) and makes it more accessible to get the help you deserve.

Could I Benefit from Online Therapy for Anxiety & Depression?

You don’t have to hit rock bottom to benefit from therapy. If you’re asking the question, “Am I ok??”—it might be helpful to talk to someone.

Here are some signs online therapy for anxiety and depression could help:

• You feel mentally and physically exhausted all the time.

Even after a full night’s sleep, you’re drained. Routine tasks like showering, eating, and caring for pets and children may feel overwhelming, and you may feel unmotivated and unproductive.

• You can’t shut off your thoughts.

Your brain is always spinning—worrying, overanalyzing, preparing for worst-case scenarios. It’s exhausting, and you’re tired of feeling like you’re constantly “on.”

• You feel down, unmotivated, or emotionally flat.

You’re not sad in the traditional sense—but nothing really excites you. You feel numb, disconnected, or like you’re moving through life in a fog.

• You’re stuck in a cycle of guilt, self-blame, or shame.

You beat yourself up for not doing enough, not being enough, or not feeling better already. The pressure is constant, even when you’re trying your best.

• You’re avoiding things you used to enjoy or care about.

Friends, hobbies, routines—everything feels like too much effort. You’ve started to pull back, and isolation is becoming your default.

• You’re more irritable, reactive, or overwhelmed than usual.

Anxiety and depression often show up as mood swings, frustration, or snapping at loved ones. It’s not who you are—it’s what you’re carrying.

• You’ve experienced a major life change or loss.

A breakup, job shift, move, or health scare may have triggered emotional patterns you don’t know how to manage.

• You’re using distractions to numb out.

Whether it’s sleep, scrolling social media, or indulging too often in substances, you’re likely leaning on avoidant habits to escape how you feel.

• You don’t know how to explain what you’re going through.

You just feel “off” and can’t put it into words—but you know something isn’t right.

• You want help—but the idea of going to therapy feels overwhelming.

Scheduling, commuting, and sitting in a waiting room can feel like too much when you’re already struggling.

•You’ve been pushing through alone and it’s just not working.

You’ve tried to stay strong or “get over it,” but things still feel heavy, stuck, or out of control.

What Causes Anxiety & Depression?

Anxiety and depression are complex—and they rarely have just one cause. They are usually a result of genetics and brain chemistry, plus a dash of long-standing complex coping mechanisms and unresolved trauma.

Other people may experience anxiety and depression triggered by major life transitions or an acute trauma event: chronic health issues, relationship struggles, the loss of a spouse or child, or extreme work stress.

There may feel like NO REASON you should be depressed and anxious, and we know this, too, can be frustrating.

Whatever the root, these feelings are not your fault—and you don’t have to figure them out alone. Therapy helps you understand the “why” while also giving you practical strategies for the “what now.”

What Will We Work On In Therapy for Anxiety & Depression?

Understanding what anxiety and depression are and how they show up for YOU
Identifying triggers, patterns, and unhelpful thought loops
Developing grounding tools and coping strategies for tough moments
Learning how to regulate your nervous system and manage overwhelm
Rebuilding confidence, motivation, and a sense of purpose
Setting boundaries that reduce burnout and emotional fatigue
Healing underlying beliefs around self-worth, shame, or “not enoughness”
Strengthening your ability to rest, recharge, and feel joy again
Exploring the root causes of your emotional patterns and symptoms
Creating small, sustainable shifts that add up to real change

You Don’t Have to Keep Pretending You’re Fine.

Anxiety and depression can make you feel like you’re broken, lazy, or failing—but the truth is, your brain is doing its best to protect you in a world that can be A LOT. The good news? You don’t have to live like this forever. And you don’t have to face this alone.

At Unstuck Therapy, we walk with you—not with quick fixes or empty positivity, but with compassion, clarity, and strategies that work in the real world. Online therapy for anxiety and depression gives you space to breathe, tools to cope, and a path toward feeling whole again. Contact us now to schedule your free consultation!

"Dr Linda Baker is a great listener and very insightful. She definitely sets you at ease and has a very calming and empathetic approach. Very highly recommend."

"I have been Dr. Baker's patient for over 10 years, and we have tackled everything from childhood trauma to some of my deep seated insecurities. I could not hope to be the person I am today without her. If you give her the time and effort she would give in return, you too can definitely get 'Unstuck'."

"Dr. Baker, serving patients via Unstuck Therapy, has brought incredible growth and stability to my mental well-being. Through her, I have developed tools to interpret my feelings and understand my past, and better navigate present-day circumstances. I am grateful for the new perspective she brings to trauma and healing, and consider our talks to be some of the most valuable and trusted conversations I've ever had."

"Unstuck therapy with Dr. Linda Baker offers expertise and knowledge that are unparalleled. She posses a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and emotions, her insights have been nothing short of transformative. She has an incredible knack for asking the right questions, gently guiding me towards self-reflection and helping me gain clarity in moments of confusion. Her guidance has been invaluable, and I can't recommend Unstuck Therapy enough!"

"I have been working with Dr. Baker since the inception of her practice. She is warm and attentive, entirely nonjudgmental and open. She creates a safe space, and brings honesty and perspective to each of our meetings. I cannot say enough good things about her, she’s been truly helpful in my growth for as long as I’ve known her. Grateful is an understatement!"

"Working with Dr Baker has been such a wonderful growth experience for me. She has pushed me to question my more rigid beliefs and helped me re-orient my thoughts and feeling which led me to see a different perspective. My relationships have greatly benefited from my new mindset."

Do you need online therapy for codependency or anxious attachment?

Our team of compassionate, judgment-free online therapists is here to help! Call us at 303-860-2716 or send us a message with the contact form below. Our lead clinical psychologist, Dr. Linda Baker, will get in touch to discuss next steps!

Please note that we CANNOT currently accept patients in Alaska, California, Guam, Iowa, Hawaii, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Montana, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.