Much of this struggle grows out of emotional neglect or trauma that went unseen, leaving them feeling they had to handle everything on their own. Therapy becomes a place where they can finally receive support rather than always being the strong one.

 

I often work with women who are successful and capable in their careers. They know how to perform, achieve, and handle responsibility, and others often see them as the ones who can juggle it all.

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But relationships can feel much less steady. Many find themselves over-giving, worrying about being abandoned, or struggling to trust their partner. Others notice they pull away or shut down when relationships become emotionally close.

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Often, over-extending themselves in relationships once felt like the safest way to keep connection.

Being the understanding one.
The flexible one.
The one who doesn’t ask for too much.

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Over time, though, this can lead to exhaustion and quiet resentment — leaving them feeling unseen or unsure how to ask for what they need without risking the relationship.

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Underneath these patterns are often anxiety, perfectionism, or constant internal pressure. Overthinking and people-pleasing can make relationships feel confusing or fragile, even when life looks successful from the outside.

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Now they want something different. They want relationships where they can feel secure, authentic, and emotionally present. But risking vulnerability can still feel deeply uncomfortable and unfamiliar.

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I also work with young adults who are figuring out how to build lives that are not only successful but authentic. Many did well in school and are now stepping into adulthood feeling pressure to succeed while also wanting their work, relationships, and choices to feel meaningful and true to who they are.