{"id":2343,"date":"2024-12-07T17:37:14","date_gmt":"2024-12-07T17:37:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dimitristherapy2.local\/?p=2343"},"modified":"2024-12-07T17:37:15","modified_gmt":"2024-12-07T17:37:15","slug":"romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/","title":{"rendered":"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple. Instead of enjoying the connection, you might find yourself overthinking every interaction, doubting your partner\u2019s feelings, or fearing that everything could fall apart. It\u2019s exhausting and might even leave you questioning if love is worth the stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a therapist specializing in EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SMP), and CBT, I\u2019ve worked with many clients navigating anxiety in their relationships. The good news? Anxiety doesn\u2019t have to sabotage love. With the right tools and understanding, you can build healthier, more fulfilling connections. Let\u2019s explore why anxiety shows up in relationships and how to manage it when it feels overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Does Anxiety Show Up in Romance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Romance and relationships require vulnerability\u2014they are deeply personal, emotionally significant, and often tap into our most tender fears. For those with anxiety, this vulnerability can feel overwhelming, especially if past experiences have shaped your outlook on love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Reasons Anxiety Arises in Love<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
    \n
  1. Fear of Rejection or Abandonment<\/strong>
    If you\u2019ve experienced emotional neglect or significant loss, you may carry a fear of being abandoned. This can lead to clinginess or hypervigilance in relationships as a way of protecting yourself from potential pain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Low Self-Worth<\/strong>
    Anxiety often stems from the belief that you\u2019re not enough\u2014whether that means attractive enough, smart enough, or simply worthy of love. This fear can manifest as a constant worry that your partner will lose interest or find someone \u201cbetter.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Overthinking and Hypervigilance<\/strong>
    Many people with anxiety feel the need to analyze every word, gesture, or interaction. This often stems from learned defense mechanisms\u2014a way to predict or control outcomes in an unpredictable world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Fear of Vulnerability<\/strong>
    Trusting someone with your emotions can feel terrifying if you\u2019ve been hurt before. Anxiety might push you to avoid opening up or drive you to seek constant reassurance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Signs Anxiety Is Impacting Your Relationship<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If anxiety is affecting your love life, you might notice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
    • Constantly second-guessing your partner\u2019s feelings or intentions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Overanalyzing texts, conversations, or time apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Avoiding deeper emotional connection for fear of rejection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Seeking excessive reassurance, which can strain your partner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Feeling an overwhelming need to \u201cfix\u201d or control the relationship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      These patterns don\u2019t define who you are\u2014they\u2019re anxiety-driven behaviors. Recognizing them is a crucial first step toward change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How Anxiety Affects Your Partner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Anxiety doesn\u2019t just impact you; it affects your partner, too. They might feel confused by your behaviors, unsure how to help, or overwhelmed by frequent reassurance-seeking. While this doesn\u2019t make you a \u201cbad\u201d partner, it highlights the importance of addressing anxiety in ways that support both you and the relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Navigating Love When You Have Anxiety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      While anxiety can complicate romance, it doesn\u2019t have to derail it. Here are strategies to help you navigate love when anxiety is part of the picture:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Understand Your Triggers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      Take time to reflect on what triggers your relationship anxiety. Is it fear of abandonment? Worry about conflict? A need for perfection?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      By identifying these triggers, you can start to distinguish between what\u2019s rooted in your current relationship and what stems from past experiences. For example, if you panic when your partner doesn\u2019t reply to a text immediately, ask yourself: Is this about them, or does it remind me of a past hurt?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      2. Communicate Openly<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      It\u2019s tempting to hide your anxiety, but sharing your feelings can foster connection and understanding. Let your partner know how anxiety affects you and what support you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      For example, you might say:
      \u201cSometimes I overthink things in our relationship, but it\u2019s not because I don\u2019t trust you\u2014it\u2019s just my anxiety. It helps when we can talk openly about how we\u2019re feeling.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Honest communication reduces misunderstandings and helps your partner feel more connected to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      3. Practice Grounding and Mindfulness<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      Anxiety thrives on worst-case scenarios. Grounding techniques can help bring you back to the present moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Try this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \n
      • Focus on your breath, inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Take note of your surroundings\u2014what do you see, hear, or feel?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Gently remind yourself that anxious thoughts are just that\u2014thoughts, not facts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Mindfulness can help you quiet the mental noise and reconnect with the here and now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        4. Set Boundaries with Your Thoughts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

        Not every thought deserves your attention. When anxious worries arise, challenge them by asking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \n
        • Is this thought helpful?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Is there evidence to support it?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • What would I say to a friend in this situation?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          By questioning your thoughts, you create distance between yourself and the anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          5. Work on Your Relationship with Yourself<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

          Many relationship anxieties stem from a belief that you\u2019re not enough. Building self-worth is essential for feeling secure in love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          You can start by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \n
          • Practicing self-compassion and speaking kindly to yourself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Reflecting on your strengths and values.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Pursuing hobbies and activities that bring you joy and fulfillment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            When you feel grounded in your own worth, you\u2019re less likely to seek validation solely from your partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            How Therapy Can Help<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            Therapy offers a supportive space to explore and address the roots of your anxiety. Different therapeutic approaches can provide valuable tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              \n
            • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing):<\/strong> Helps process unresolved experiences, such as past heartbreak or childhood rejection, that contribute to your anxiety in love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SMP):<\/strong> Guides you in tuning into your body\u2019s physical responses to anxiety, enabling you to calm your nervous system and respond more effectively in the moment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):<\/strong> Helps you identify and reframe anxious thought patterns, replacing them with balanced, empowering beliefs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              You Can Thrive in Romance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Anxiety doesn\u2019t have to define your relationships. By understanding your triggers, cultivating self-awareness, and seeking support when needed, you can navigate love with greater confidence and ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Remember: You\u2019re not alone. Many people face similar challenges, and with the right tools, growth is always possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              You deserve a romance where anxiety doesn\u2019t overshadow connection. If you\u2019re ready to take the next step, therapy can provide the support and strategies you need to create a more fulfilling love life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2344,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,54],"tags":[30,56],"class_list":["post-2343","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-anxiety","category-relationships","tag-anxiety","tag-relationship"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nRomance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way | Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way | Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-12-07T17:37:14+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-12-07T17:37:15+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1400\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"933\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/webp\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/1443832ea8702c854265f720a3042031\"},\"headline\":\"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-12-07T17:37:14+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-07T17:37:15+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/\"},\"wordCount\":1042,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp\",\"keywords\":[\"anxiety\",\"relationship\"],\"articleSection\":[\"Anxiety\",\"Relationships\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/\",\"name\":\"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way | Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-12-07T17:37:14+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-07T17:37:15+00:00\",\"description\":\"Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp\",\"width\":1400,\"height\":933,\"caption\":\"romance\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/relationships\\\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\\\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/\",\"name\":\"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy\",\"description\":\"Individual & Couples Therapy in Los Angeles, California\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\",\"url\":\"\",\"contentUrl\":\"\",\"caption\":\"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/dimitriostherapy.com\\\/en\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/1443832ea8702c854265f720a3042031\",\"name\":\"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/b6955338df05141370527b1d36fb449875eb2f89c07b1e3fb71f01588a416055?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/b6955338df05141370527b1d36fb449875eb2f89c07b1e3fb71f01588a416055?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/b6955338df05141370527b1d36fb449875eb2f89c07b1e3fb71f01588a416055?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com\"}}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way | Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy","description":"Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way | Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy","og_description":"Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple.","og_url":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/","og_site_name":"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy","article_published_time":"2024-12-07T17:37:14+00:00","article_modified_time":"2024-12-07T17:37:15+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1400,"height":933,"url":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp","type":"image\/webp"}],"author":"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/"},"author":{"name":"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#\/schema\/person\/1443832ea8702c854265f720a3042031"},"headline":"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way","datePublished":"2024-12-07T17:37:14+00:00","dateModified":"2024-12-07T17:37:15+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/"},"wordCount":1042,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp","keywords":["anxiety","relationship"],"articleSection":["Anxiety","Relationships"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/","url":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/","name":"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way | Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp","datePublished":"2024-12-07T17:37:14+00:00","dateModified":"2024-12-07T17:37:15+00:00","description":"Falling in love is often depicted as a carefree, magical experience\u2014but for those living with anxiety, romance can feel far from simple.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp","contentUrl":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/toa-heftiba-_UIVmIBB3JU-unsplash.webp","width":1400,"height":933,"caption":"romance"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/relationships\/romance-and-anxiety-navigating-love-when-worry-gets-in-the-way\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Romance and Anxiety: Navigating Love When Worry Gets in the Way"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#website","url":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/","name":"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy","description":"Individual & Couples Therapy in Los Angeles, California","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#organization","name":"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy","url":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"","contentUrl":"","caption":"Dimitrios Pexaras Therapy"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/#\/schema\/person\/1443832ea8702c854265f720a3042031","name":"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/b6955338df05141370527b1d36fb449875eb2f89c07b1e3fb71f01588a416055?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/b6955338df05141370527b1d36fb449875eb2f89c07b1e3fb71f01588a416055?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/b6955338df05141370527b1d36fb449875eb2f89c07b1e3fb71f01588a416055?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"dpexarastherapy@gmail.com"}}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2343","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2343"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2343\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2344"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2343"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2343"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dimitriostherapy.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2343"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}