Whether you're a corporate executive preparing for a high-stakes presentation, an athlete competing under pressure, or a performer stepping into the spotlight, performance anxiety can be a relentless barrier to success. The fear of failure, public scrutiny, or not meeting expectations can trigger physical symptoms like a racing heart, mental blocks, or even full-blown panic. These reactions aren’t just nerves—they are often rooted in past experiences of criticism, high pressure, or self-doubt.
EMDR therapy offers a powerful approach to overcoming performance anxiety by targeting the underlying experiences that fuel fear, self-doubt, and pressure to succeed. By reprocessing past failures, criticism, or high-stakes moments that left lasting imprints, EMDR helps reshape your emotional response to stress. This process allows you to break free from mental blocks, build unshakable confidence, and step into high-performance situations with clarity, control, and a renewed belief in your abilities.
We are Clinical Psychologists specializing in EMDR, blending deep trauma work with validated techniques to help you break free from codependency and the aftermath of narcissistic abuse. We recognize that unrecognized childhood trauma often predisposes you to seek out relationships that retrigger deep wounds—attracting narcissistic partners and perpetuating cycles of self-doubt, people-pleasing, and unhealthy relational patterns. With advanced training in Clinical Psychology, we use EMDR to reprocess painful memories and challenge the internalized beliefs that fuel codependency and self-sacrifice. Techniques like CBT, mindfulness, and relational therapy further empower you to reclaim your autonomy, set healthy boundaries, and ultimately liberate yourself from the recurring cycle of abuse and emotional pain.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Hoffenberg is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in helping athletes and performers break through mental blocks, overcome performance anxiety, and quiet the overthinking that holds them back. She understands the unique pressure of high-performance environments, where even the most skilled individuals can find themselves paralyzed by self-doubt, fear of failure, or past setbacks. Whether it's an actor struggling to stay present in a role or an athlete hesitating before a critical play, Dr. Hoffenberg helps clients reprogram the subconscious patterns that interfere with peak performance.
Her approach is designed to go beyond traditional methods, directly rewiring the brain’s response to stress and high-pressure situations. By working with the mind-body connection, she helps performers access the confidence, focus, and instinct they need to excel. Through targeted reprocessing techniques, she guides clients in releasing past failures, silencing inner criticism, and stepping into high-stakes moments with clarity and control. Dr. Hoffenberg’s work empowers athletes and actors to break free from self-imposed limitations and perform at their absolute best.
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Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Laura Faiwiszewski is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in public speaking anxiety, high-stakes career pressure, and imposter syndrome. She works with executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are expected to perform at the highest level but struggle with fear of failure, perfectionism, or self-doubt. Whether it’s delivering a keynote speech, leading critical meetings, or maintaining executive presence under pressure, Dr. Faiwiszewski helps clients build the confidence and resilience needed to thrive in high-visibility roles.
Her integrative approach combines EMDR, hypnosis, and CBT to address both the subconscious and cognitive roots of performance anxiety. She works with professionals to break free from past failures, reframe negative self-talk, and develop a commanding presence in any situation. Through her work, clients gain the ability to stay calm under pressure, trust their expertise, and project confidence in every interaction. Dr. Faiwiszewski’s tailored methods help high achievers step into leadership roles with ease, knowing they can handle any challenge that comes their way.
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Performance anxiety can feel like an invisible force holding you back, whether you're stepping on stage, standing before an audience, or preparing for a high-stakes presentation. The fear of failure, criticism, or freezing under pressure can create overwhelming stress, leading to physical symptoms like a racing heart, shaky hands, or mental blocks. For many, this anxiety is not just about nerves—it is deeply rooted in past experiences of embarrassment, judgment, or pressure to succeed. These subconscious fears can make even the most prepared professionals feel paralyzed in critical moments.
EMDR therapy offers a powerful way to break free from the grip of performance anxiety by targeting and reprocessing the memories and beliefs that trigger fear. By addressing past experiences of public embarrassment, perfectionism, or fear of rejection, EMDR helps rewire the brain’s response to stress. This process allows individuals to step into high-pressure situations with greater confidence, mental clarity, and self-assurance. Many find that after EMDR, they are able to speak, perform, or present with ease, free from the fear that once held them back.
You don’t have to let fear dictate your success. EMDR can help you overcome performance anxiety, public speaking fears, and stage fright, so you can step into the spotlight with clarity, confidence, and control. Let us help you break through the barriers and achieve your full potential.
