Boundary Setting
Online Therapy in Johnson City


Healthy boundaries aren’t about shutting people out—they’re about creating relationships rooted in respect and honesty. If you’ve spent years putting others first or feeling guilty for saying no, therapy can help you learn to protect your energy while staying connected.

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You Deserve Relationships That Honor Your Energy and Values

You deserve relationships and routines that respect your time, energy, and values. If you often say “yes” when you want to say “no,” or feel guilty for setting limits, therapy can help. Together, we’ll work on building boundaries that are kind, clear, and sustainable—so you can care for others without losing yourself in the process.

What Healthy Boundaries Look Like

Healthy boundaries aren’t walls—they’re clear paths that help you stay connected and grounded.

They sound like:
  • “I can meet on Tuesday, not today.”
  • “I need time to think before I answer.”
  • “That doesn’t work for me.”

Boundaries protect your capacity so you can show up as the person you want to be—with more peace, confidence, and authenticity.

Signs You Might Need Stronger Boundaries

  • At work: overcommitting, staying late, answering messages at all hours, feeling resentful.
  • With family or partners: people-pleasing, avoiding conflict, feeling responsible for others’ emotions.
  • In your body: tightness in your chest or jaw, dread before conversations, exhaustion after interactions.


If this resonates, you’re not selfish—you’re human. Boundaries aren’t personality traits; they’re skills you can learn and strengthen.

How Therapy Can Help You Build Boundaries

My approach blends principles from:

Together, we’ll:
  • Map where boundary struggles began and how they show up now
  • Identify your personal “red / yellow / green” limits
  • Practice scripts for saying no, setting limits, and making requests
  • Work through guilt and anxiety so boundaries feel realistic in daily life
  • Build repair skills for moments when a boundary gets crossed
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What Sessions Look Like (Telehealth)

We’ll meet by secure video from a private space of your choosing. Early sessions focus on understanding your patterns and finding quick wins—like short boundary phrases, pause skills, and exit strategies.

Between sessions, you’ll test low-pressure “boundary experiments” (for example, delaying a yes by 24 hours). We’ll debrief what worked, refine what didn’t, and keep building your confidence step by step.

Who I help Across Tennessee and Virginia

I work with adults in Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol, and the Tri-Cities area, as well as via secure telehealth across Tennessee and Virginia.

Boundary struggles often overlap with anxiety, trauma, burnout, or perfectionism—and therapy can help you address those deeper roots, too.

FAQ

Isn’t setting boundaries selfish?

No—boundaries protect relationships by making expectations clear and sustainable.
 

What if guilt pops up every time I say no?

We’ll use ACT/CBT tools to make space for guilt without letting it run the show, and we’ll practice language that feels respectful and firm.
 

Can my partner join a session?

If it supports your goals, we can invite a partner for communication practice.
 

Can this help at work?

Yes. We’ll tailor scripts and strategies for your workplace culture and role.
 

How do I get started?

Select Request an Appointment; you’ll receive secure intake forms and a Good Faith Estimate before we meet.

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You can honor your needs and still be kind. With the right support and tools, boundaries become a habit—not a battle. Request an Appointment to begin.
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