Anxiety doesn’t always look like panic or fear. For many people, especially older adults, it shows up as tension, trouble sleeping, irritability, or constant “what if” thoughts. At Thrive Center for Therapy & Wellness, we see anxiety often overlap with grief, health concerns, and life changes.

Some people live with high-functioning anxiety, appearing capable on the outside while feeling exhausted inside. Others experience anxiety alongside depression or OCD, where intrusive thoughts or rituals take over daily life. Understanding anxiety is the first step toward managing it with compassion and effective tools.