Overcoming Stress: Personalized Therapy for Lasting Peace
Understanding and Managing Stress
Stress is a common, often overwhelming part of modern life that can affect mental and physical well-being. Learning to manage stress effectively is crucial for maintaining a balanced life and achieving personal goals.
Key statistics from the Gallup poll on stress and sleep reveal:
57% of Americans feel they would benefit from more sleep, reversing prior trends.
49% frequently experience stress, a notable increase over past decades.
Stress levels are highest among younger women, with 53% of women reporting frequent stress compared to 45% of men.
Chronic stress often correlates with insufficient sleep, as 63% of those who want more sleep report high stress levels.
Here are some key statistics from the American Institute of Stress regarding workplace stress:
$300 billion: Estimated annual cost of workplace stress to U.S. businesses due to absenteeism, reduced productivity, and accidents.
1 million: Estimated number of workers absent each day because of stress.
$190 billion: Annual cost of work-related stress in U.S. healthcare.
5 hours per week: Average time lost by employees thinking about stressors.
Common Causes of Stress
Workplace demands and job insecurity
Financial pressures like debt or unexpected expenses
Family responsibilities and relationship challenges
Health concerns or the illness of a loved one
Major life changes, such as moving or changing careers
Social pressures and the impact of social media
Unresolved trauma or difficult past experiences
Finding Relief and Support for Stress
Managing stress often requires identifying its root causes and adopting tailored strategies. Therapy can offer valuable tools to reduce anxiety, build resilience, and regain control. At Counseling by Camryn, I specialize in helping individuals uncover practical methods for stress management, from mindfulness practices to cognitive behavioral techniques. Whether you’re facing professional pressures, financial strains, or personal transitions, taking the step to seek support can empower you to achieve calm and a renewed sense of well-being.
Stress in the U.S. — Quick Facts
What’s Driving Stress? (share of respondents)
How common is “significant” stress?
Most adults report notable stress in a typical month. Short bursts can be normal, but when stress is frequent or intense it impacts sleep, mood, attention, and health behaviors. A clear plan—skills, routines, boundaries, and (when helpful) therapy—can reduce symptoms and restore functioning.
How Stress Shows Up
| Area | Common Effects | Reported Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep | Trouble falling asleep, waking early, non-restorative sleep | ~35% regularly affected |
| Mood | Irritability, anxiety, low mood, feeling “on edge” | Common |
| Thinking | Poor focus, racing thoughts, decision fatigue | Widely reported |
| Body | Headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues | Frequent |
| Habits | Over/undereating, more screen time, substance use to cope | Increases with higher stress |
| Relationships | Withdrawing, more conflict, less patience | Common |
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We’ll map your stress triggers, rebuild sleep and routines, and practice tools that work in real life.
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