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Therapy for Highly Sensitive People

Thriving as a Highly Sensitive Person in Madison, WI

What Does It Mean to Be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)?

A Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is someone with a biological trait of heightened sensitivity to environmental, social, and emotional stimuli. This isn't a disorder; it's a way of being. HSPs process information more deeply, which can lead to being more conscientious, creative, and empathetic. However, it can also mean feeling easily overwhelmed by loud noises, crowded spaces, or intense emotional situations. About 20% of the population are thought to be HSPs, meaning you are far from alone.

Therapy for Highly Sensitive People

Being an HSP comes with a unique set of strengths and challenges. Therapy can be an invaluable space to learn how to navigate the world in a way that honors your sensitivity. Our therapists understand these complexities and can help you:

  • Set Effective Boundaries: Protect your energy in relationships and environments that feel draining.
  • Develop Emotional Resilience: Build coping tools for managing anxiety and overwhelm.
  • Embrace Your Strengths: Learn to see your sensitivity not as a weakness, but as a source of intuition, creativity, and deep connection.

Whether you're struggling with burnout or simply seeking greater self-acceptance, we're here to help you leverage your unique qualities to live a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Clinician Spotlight: Beth Hopkins, LMFT

"I specialize in supporting empaths and HSPs navigate the unique challenges of their emotional worlds. My goal is to create a safe space where you can learn to protect your energy without shutting down your unique gifts."

Recommended Resources

The Highly Sensitive Person by Dr. Elaine Aron

Dr. Aron's foundational book helps you understand the trait of high sensitivity, reframe past experiences, and learn how to thrive in a world not always built for you.

Quiet by Susan Cain

An insightful look into the power of introverts in a world that often undervalues them, with many overlapping themes relevant to HSPs.