5 Reasons Why 2025 Is the Year to Start Therapy
I get it. The world feels heavy, doesn’t it? We’re all living in a time of collective tension and stress, watching the world around us shift, sometimes so fast it feels like whiplash. Relationships – even the ones we thought we could count on – are evolving too. Maybe they're evolving in ways that feel unfamiliar or uncomfortable, but that’s part of it, right? The push and pull. The uncertainty of life.
So, Why Start Therapy in 2025?
We’ve all been feeling it – that sense that we’re constantly trying to catch up with who we thought we’d be, but the world keeps changing. Relationships are shifting. Our sense of self is evolving. And we want to be in this new version of ourselves – we’re ready for it. But the path forward isn’t always clear, is it? And that’s okay. It’s okay to feel a little lost, a little ungrounded.
In 2025, I’m leaning into the rawness of it all, and I’m inviting you to do the same. Therapy isn’t just about fixing things – it’s about growing, even when that growth feels uncertain, even when we’re not quite sure where we’re headed. It’s about creating space for all the messiness and beauty, for the dreams that feel distant, and the clarity that feels just out of reach.
But here’s the thing: we need each other right now. We need community, safety, understanding – a place where it’s okay to not have all the answers. Where we can lean into that discomfort and say, “Yeah, this doesn’t feel great, but I know I’m growing.” Therapy is a space for all of that – the discomfort, the evolution, the raw honesty. It’s where we get to unpack what’s not working anymore, get real about what we need, and start creating lives that feel authentic and aligned.
What Therapy Can Help With This Year
Finding Clarity in Your Evolving Sense of Self
The world feels like it's spinning faster than we can keep up, doesn’t it? One moment, you think you’ve got everything figured out, and the next, you’re questioning who you really are. Therapy helps you sit with the messiness of all of it – the uncertainty, the shifts in your heart and mind. It’s about giving yourself permission to change, to grow into the version of you that’s emerging, even when you can’t quite see the full picture yet. Let’s get comfortable with the unknown and explore who you’re becoming in this wild, beautiful world.
Navigating the Uncertainty of Changing Relationships
Relationships are shifting, and it can feel concerning and disorienting. Maybe the conversations don’t flow as easily, or you’re noticing spaces where there used to be connection. It’s hard to know how to navigate those changes – do you hold on tighter or let go? Therapy is a space to talk through these shifts, to feel into what your relationships need, and to give yourself the space to let things evolve naturally. It’s okay if you’re not sure what’s next – we’re here to walk through it together, even if the path feels a little uncertain.
Releasing the Weight of Perfectionism and “Shoulds”
You’ve spent so much time trying to be the perfect version of yourself – the perfect partner, the perfect friend, the perfect everything. But I know you’re feeling the weight of that constant striving. Therapy helps you break free from the “shoulds” that have been driving your every move. It’s about giving yourself permission to be imperfect, to breathe, to let go of that exhausting need to be everything to everyone. Let’s embrace the raw, real you – without all the pressure, without the hustle. Because you’re already enough.
Managing Overwhelm & Burnout in Today’s Busy World
The world feels heavy, doesn’t it? The constant tension, the news cycle, the noise. It’s so easy to feel like you’re drowning in it all. Therapy can help you create some space in the chaos, a place where you can finally exhale. We’ll work on grounding you, finding your center amidst the storm. It’s not about solving everything, but about learning how to show up for yourself when the world feels too much. You don’t have to carry all of this alone. Let’s find peace in the middle of it together.
Reconnecting with Your Heart and Your People
At the end of the day, we all just want to feel seen, understood, and connected. But when life is in constant motion, it’s easy to lose touch with your own heart, let alone the hearts of those around you. Therapy is about making space for deep, raw honesty – about yourself, your needs, and the relationships that matter most. We’ll lean into that discomfort and rediscover what truly nourishes your soul. Whether it’s reconnecting with yourself or finding new ways to show up for the people you love, therapy can help you build a stronger, more authentic foundation of connection.
Therapy for High Achiving Women in Fort Collins, CO
If you’re ready to step into 2025 with more clarity, purpose, and a whole lot of self-compassion, I’m here to walk with you through it. Let’s get real about what’s holding you back, navigate the shifts in your life, and co-create a path forward that feels authentic and true to who you are becoming. Life’s transitions don’t have to be faced alone – reach out today, and together, we’ll begin a journey that honors the mess, the growth, and the incredible potential you’re stepping into.
How It Works:
If it’s a good fit, we’ll book your first session and I’ll send over some paperwork.
Together, we’ll start building a life that feels more sustainable, aligned, and grounded in who you are at your core.
Alexis Ryan, MA, LPCC is a Fort Collins-based therapist who helps high-achieving and high-masking women overcome anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. She specializes in guiding clients toward deeper self-understanding and building more authentic, trusting relationships with themselves, their work, and those they care about. Through a somatic, IFS-informed, and compassionate approach, Alexis empowers women to let go of self-doubt, embrace their values, and live in a more embodied, aligned way.
Outside of her practice, Alexis enjoys exploring Colorado’s trails; listening to engaging literary fiction, cozy rom-coms, and fun fantasy novels; cuddling her tow fur babies; and staying grounded through art, movement, and meaningful conenction with friends and loved ones.