Have you ever wondered why you can feel completely fine in your relationship one moment—and then suddenly feel overwhelmed by fear, anger, or the need to pull away?

Maybe your partner takes longer than usual to respond to a text, and your mind immediately starts asking, “Are they upset with me?” Maybe conflict makes you want to talk everything through immediately, while your partner seems to disappear emotionally. Or perhaps you desperately want closeness but become uncomfortable when someone actually gets close.

These reactions can feel confusing, especially when you genuinely love your partner.

If you've ever replayed conversations in your head, wondered what your partner is thinking, or tried to figure out how to make your relationship feel more secure, you're not alone.

Relationship anxiety is something I see often in therapy. It can show up in many ways.