Therapists in Hamilton, ON
Dong Jun Kim
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8S (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
안녕하세요, 캐나다 마음사랑 김동준입니다. 다양한 정신건강 이슈(우울, 불안, 트라우마 등)와 더불어 분노조절, 관계 갈등 등을 다루고 있으며, 특히 Crimal Justice에 연루된 한인 내담자(가정폭력 가해자, 폭행, 음주 등)를 위한 상담/심리치료 및 그에 따른 보고서 작성 서비스를 다년간 제공해오고 있습니다.
안녕하세요, 캐나다 마음사랑 김동준입니다. 다양한 정신건강 이슈(우울, 불안, 트라우마 등)와 더불어 분노조절, 관계 갈등 등을 다루고 있으며, 특히 Crimal Justice에 연루된 한인 내담자(가정폭력 가해자, 폭행, 음주 등)를 위한 상담/심리치료 및 그에 따른 보고서 작성 서비스를 다년간 제공해오고 있습니다.
Seunghee (Sandy) Cho
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L0R
Life isn't a linear journey; it's a complex masterpiece filled with experiences that often challenge and inspire us. I am here to walk this journey with you, navigating the twists and turns, and celebrating the unexpected detours that lead to profound personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, perfectionism, self-criticism, and unique experiences related to self-identity. I approach therapy with the belief that you are the expert of your own story. I am deeply curious about your interpretations, the nuances that hold meaning for you, and the strategies you employ to foster growth.
Life isn't a linear journey; it's a complex masterpiece filled with experiences that often challenge and inspire us. I am here to walk this journey with you, navigating the twists and turns, and celebrating the unexpected detours that lead to profound personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, perfectionism, self-criticism, and unique experiences related to self-identity. I approach therapy with the belief that you are the expert of your own story. I am deeply curious about your interpretations, the nuances that hold meaning for you, and the strategies you employ to foster growth.
Affordable Therapy Ontario
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8S
Money should never be the reason you DON'T go to therapy. We never want money to be a barrier to accessing therapy. This is why Affordable Therapy Ontario (ATO) exists: to make therapy accessible for all! Created by Building Bridges Psychotherapy, we are a diverse team of licensed therapists providing high quality therapy to those who need it. We offer in-person services in Mississauga and Vaughan, with more locations to come. We also offer therapy over video and phone. We work with individuals, couples, and families. For a full list of all the issues and concerns we work with, check out our sister website: bbtherapy.ca/services.
Money should never be the reason you DON'T go to therapy. We never want money to be a barrier to accessing therapy. This is why Affordable Therapy Ontario (ATO) exists: to make therapy accessible for all! Created by Building Bridges Psychotherapy, we are a diverse team of licensed therapists providing high quality therapy to those who need it. We offer in-person services in Mississauga and Vaughan, with more locations to come. We also offer therapy over video and phone. We work with individuals, couples, and families. For a full list of all the issues and concerns we work with, check out our sister website: bbtherapy.ca/services.
Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSc, MA
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9C
Accepting New Clients: In-Person & Phone/Video. We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
Accepting New Clients: In-Person & Phone/Video. We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
More Therapists Nearby
Bora Ju
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R
Tired of arguing? Not feeling heard, appreciated or connected the way you once did? I work with couples, helping them learn how to communicate more effectively, reducing arguing, anger and negativity, helping them have the relationship they long for. I also work sensitively to help couples with their sexual health.
Tired of arguing? Not feeling heard, appreciated or connected the way you once did? I work with couples, helping them learn how to communicate more effectively, reducing arguing, anger and negativity, helping them have the relationship they long for. I also work sensitively to help couples with their sexual health.
Online Therapists
Yeonchae Yoo
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5C (Online Only)
삶이 힘드시다고 느껴지시나요? 어려운 감정이나 관계, 혹은 불편한 경험들을 겪다 보면 우리의 삶에 영항을 미칠수 있습니다. 이런 경험들로 인해 "나" 자신을 돌보지 않고 "삶의 문제"만 바라보게 될때도 있지요. 저는 상담안에서 내 자신을 알아보고, 들어주고, 믿어주면서 자신 안에 있는 마음의 힘을 붇돋아 주어 세상으로 나아갈수 있는 힘을 되찾는데 도움이 되고 싶습니다.
삶이 힘드시다고 느껴지시나요? 어려운 감정이나 관계, 혹은 불편한 경험들을 겪다 보면 우리의 삶에 영항을 미칠수 있습니다. 이런 경험들로 인해 "나" 자신을 돌보지 않고 "삶의 문제"만 바라보게 될때도 있지요. 저는 상담안에서 내 자신을 알아보고, 들어주고, 믿어주면서 자신 안에 있는 마음의 힘을 붇돋아 주어 세상으로 나아갈수 있는 힘을 되찾는데 도움이 되고 싶습니다.
Mi-Weon Yang
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6L (Online Only)
당신은 혼란스럽습니까? 늘 슬프고 화가 납니까? 끊임없이 염려되고 불안하십니까? 아무런 에너지가 없습니까? 가족은 늘 갈등 가운데 있습니까? 자녀들의 행동에 대해 걱정됩니까? 관계향상 위한 방법을 배우길 원합니까? 신앙이나 영적 문제들에 대하여 얘기하길 원하십니까? 아니면 단순히 자신을 좀 더 이해하길 원하십니까? 저와의 심리치료는 당신의 생각이 정리되고, 마음이 한층 가벼워지고, 삶의 주인됨을 느끼고, 조화로운 관계를 갖고, 자녀들에게 어떻게 대해야 될지 알며, 신앙생활이나 영적생활에 대해 이해하며, 자신을 이해할 수 있도록 돕습니다.
당신은 혼란스럽습니까? 늘 슬프고 화가 납니까? 끊임없이 염려되고 불안하십니까? 아무런 에너지가 없습니까? 가족은 늘 갈등 가운데 있습니까? 자녀들의 행동에 대해 걱정됩니까? 관계향상 위한 방법을 배우길 원합니까? 신앙이나 영적 문제들에 대하여 얘기하길 원하십니까? 아니면 단순히 자신을 좀 더 이해하길 원하십니까? 저와의 심리치료는 당신의 생각이 정리되고, 마음이 한층 가벼워지고, 삶의 주인됨을 느끼고, 조화로운 관계를 갖고, 자녀들에게 어떻게 대해야 될지 알며, 신앙생활이나 영적생활에 대해 이해하며, 자신을 이해할 수 있도록 돕습니다.
Sookjin An
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
North York, ON M2N (Online Only)
저는 개인 그리고 부부/커플/가족 상담을 하고 있는 안숙진 상담사입니다. 우울증, 정체성 혼란, 불안장애, 관계안의 다양한 갈등을 겪고 있는 분들께 감정적 변화와 함께 생각과 행동의 변화가 일어나 원하시는 삶을 주도적으로 이끌어가시도록 도움을 드리고 있습니다. 이런 변화가 일어날 수 있도록 커플/가족간의 반복되는 싸움의 패턴을 함께 발견하고 보다 긍정적이며 새로운 방향으로 나아갈 수 있도록 도와드리고 있습니다.
저는 개인 그리고 부부/커플/가족 상담을 하고 있는 안숙진 상담사입니다. 우울증, 정체성 혼란, 불안장애, 관계안의 다양한 갈등을 겪고 있는 분들께 감정적 변화와 함께 생각과 행동의 변화가 일어나 원하시는 삶을 주도적으로 이끌어가시도록 도움을 드리고 있습니다. 이런 변화가 일어날 수 있도록 커플/가족간의 반복되는 싸움의 패턴을 함께 발견하고 보다 긍정적이며 새로운 방향으로 나아갈 수 있도록 도와드리고 있습니다.
Yeong Ra Kim
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L6C
자신감이 없어서 힘들다면, 열등감으로 괴롭다면, 트라우마로 인해 앞으로 전진하지 못한다면 , 우울함과 걱정으로 미래에 희망이 보이지 않는다면, 삶의 의미를 찾지 못하고 있다면 제가 만나보고 싶은분입니다. 내면의 부정적 감정을 표출하지못해 마음에 쌓아지고 있다면 어딘가 아파올것이고 나도 나를 통제하기가 어려워질것입니다. 우리는 있는그대로의 모습으로 자신과 만나야합니다. 내가 무엇을 생각하고 있는지 나에게 필요한것이 무엇인지 알아차림이 우리의 현재를 생생하게 살게해줄것입니다
자신감이 없어서 힘들다면, 열등감으로 괴롭다면, 트라우마로 인해 앞으로 전진하지 못한다면 , 우울함과 걱정으로 미래에 희망이 보이지 않는다면, 삶의 의미를 찾지 못하고 있다면 제가 만나보고 싶은분입니다. 내면의 부정적 감정을 표출하지못해 마음에 쌓아지고 있다면 어딘가 아파올것이고 나도 나를 통제하기가 어려워질것입니다. 우리는 있는그대로의 모습으로 자신과 만나야합니다. 내가 무엇을 생각하고 있는지 나에게 필요한것이 무엇인지 알아차림이 우리의 현재를 생생하게 살게해줄것입니다
Eunice (Eunhee) Park
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North York, ON M2M (Online Only)
누구에게도 나눌수없는 깊은 슬픔, 두려움, 아픔과 상처로 인해 삶의 목적과 기쁨을 잃어버리셨나요? 힘들어져가는 가족관계나 삶의 여러가지 무게로 인하여 마음이 지치고 점점 스스로를 잃어가시나요? 상담을 통해 따뜻한 마음과 쉼이 있는 공간에서 묶여있던 마음의 실타래를 하나씩 풀어가며, 두려움과 아픔으로 외면하던 문제들을 스스로 담대하게 마주할수 있기를, 그래서 조금씩 이겨나갈 힘과 용기를 회복하게 되어 일상의 소중함과 기쁨을 되찾을수 있도록 돕겠습니다.
누구에게도 나눌수없는 깊은 슬픔, 두려움, 아픔과 상처로 인해 삶의 목적과 기쁨을 잃어버리셨나요? 힘들어져가는 가족관계나 삶의 여러가지 무게로 인하여 마음이 지치고 점점 스스로를 잃어가시나요? 상담을 통해 따뜻한 마음과 쉼이 있는 공간에서 묶여있던 마음의 실타래를 하나씩 풀어가며, 두려움과 아픔으로 외면하던 문제들을 스스로 담대하게 마주할수 있기를, 그래서 조금씩 이겨나갈 힘과 용기를 회복하게 되어 일상의 소중함과 기쁨을 되찾을수 있도록 돕겠습니다.
Eunhyang Priscilla Sihn
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, MDiv, ThM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
행복한 삶을 사는 것은 결코 쉬운 일이 아니며, 때로는 외롭고 힘들 때가 있습니다. 혼자서 견디기 어렵고 누군의 도움이 필요할 수 있습니다. 또는 인생의 여정에서 더욱 더 성장하고, 배우며, 당면한 과제들을 헤쳐 나가야 하는 상황에 있을 수도 있습니다. 어쩌면 긴장을 풀고 그냥 누군가에게 이야기를 하고 싶을 수도 있습니다. 당신의 상황이 어떠하든지 간에 당신은 바로 잘 찾아 오셨습니다! 상담자로서, 한 인간으로서 저의 목표는 당신의 인생의 여정에 동참해서 함께 걸어가면서, 안전하고 포용적인 분위기 속에서 판단/평가하지 않고 당신이 기대하는 지지자가 되어 주고, 당신이 어떠한 사람이 되고 싶은지 찾아가도록 도와 주며, 당신에게 도움이 되는 여러가지 대처 방법들을 제공하는 것입니다. 상담자로서 저는 당신의 이야기에 귀를 기울여 듣고 공감하며, 필요할 때는 객관적인 시각으로 바라봅니다. 당신의 입장에서 당신을 이해하고 당신의 유익을 위해 최선을 다합니다.
행복한 삶을 사는 것은 결코 쉬운 일이 아니며, 때로는 외롭고 힘들 때가 있습니다. 혼자서 견디기 어렵고 누군의 도움이 필요할 수 있습니다. 또는 인생의 여정에서 더욱 더 성장하고, 배우며, 당면한 과제들을 헤쳐 나가야 하는 상황에 있을 수도 있습니다. 어쩌면 긴장을 풀고 그냥 누군가에게 이야기를 하고 싶을 수도 있습니다. 당신의 상황이 어떠하든지 간에 당신은 바로 잘 찾아 오셨습니다! 상담자로서, 한 인간으로서 저의 목표는 당신의 인생의 여정에 동참해서 함께 걸어가면서, 안전하고 포용적인 분위기 속에서 판단/평가하지 않고 당신이 기대하는 지지자가 되어 주고, 당신이 어떠한 사람이 되고 싶은지 찾아가도록 도와 주며, 당신에게 도움이 되는 여러가지 대처 방법들을 제공하는 것입니다. 상담자로서 저는 당신의 이야기에 귀를 기울여 듣고 공감하며, 필요할 때는 객관적인 시각으로 바라봅니다. 당신의 입장에서 당신을 이해하고 당신의 유익을 위해 최선을 다합니다.
Eun A (Euna) Heo
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5S
We all face moments when life feels overwhelming, and we feel stuck and cannot seem to find a way out or a way forward. No matter what life challenges you are facing, you don't need to suffer alone and fight in solitude anymore. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, anger issues, relationship difficulties and life transitions. I will walk with you on your journey of growth, self-discovery, and resilience to live your most fulfilled life.
We all face moments when life feels overwhelming, and we feel stuck and cannot seem to find a way out or a way forward. No matter what life challenges you are facing, you don't need to suffer alone and fight in solitude anymore. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, anger issues, relationship difficulties and life transitions. I will walk with you on your journey of growth, self-discovery, and resilience to live your most fulfilled life.
Ann Tichelaar Swerdfeger
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodstock, ON N4S
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck because of your grief, trauma experiences, relationship issues or anxiety and want someone to help sort things out, work through effective strategies....Or perhaps your child or teen are feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for strategies to assist with structuring of routines, support with understanding your child’s individual needs OR maybe you would like individual support or couple counselling? We have a team of skilled therapists that are ready to help!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck because of your grief, trauma experiences, relationship issues or anxiety and want someone to help sort things out, work through effective strategies....Or perhaps your child or teen are feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for strategies to assist with structuring of routines, support with understanding your child’s individual needs OR maybe you would like individual support or couple counselling? We have a team of skilled therapists that are ready to help!
Anabel Helen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6A (Online Only)
I help neurodivergent, queer, immigrant, and minority clients build their self esteem and cultivate meaningful relationships. I also support students and working professionals with career transitions and stress management. Poor boundaries, people pleasing, and relationship anxiety can come about when you consistently receive the message that your needs are not as important as somebody else's. Although masking your genuine self may have aided you through difficult times, losing touch with who you really are will only bring you farther from what you actually want and need.
I help neurodivergent, queer, immigrant, and minority clients build their self esteem and cultivate meaningful relationships. I also support students and working professionals with career transitions and stress management. Poor boundaries, people pleasing, and relationship anxiety can come about when you consistently receive the message that your needs are not as important as somebody else's. Although masking your genuine self may have aided you through difficult times, losing touch with who you really are will only bring you farther from what you actually want and need.
Peter Han
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6G (Online Only)
I help adults explore/navigate challenges related to: Emotion dysregulation; Relationship difficulties; Suicidal and/or self-injurious behaviours; Substance use & addiction; Cultural & sexual identity concerns; ADHD; Anxiety & depression.
Therapy can provide us with a unique opportunity to honour the ways we've adapted to difficulties in the past, and, simultaneously, uncover new ways of responding to ourselves and our environment. As a queer, neurodivergent Korean clinician, my approach to therapy is built on fostering flexibility, balance, and intentionality. I will help you break out of the status quo and work with you toward your goals within a safe and collaborative process. My orientation to providing therapy is trauma-informed, culturally humble, and neurodiversity & 2SLGBTQ+ affirming.
I help adults explore/navigate challenges related to: Emotion dysregulation; Relationship difficulties; Suicidal and/or self-injurious behaviours; Substance use & addiction; Cultural & sexual identity concerns; ADHD; Anxiety & depression.
Therapy can provide us with a unique opportunity to honour the ways we've adapted to difficulties in the past, and, simultaneously, uncover new ways of responding to ourselves and our environment. As a queer, neurodivergent Korean clinician, my approach to therapy is built on fostering flexibility, balance, and intentionality. I will help you break out of the status quo and work with you toward your goals within a safe and collaborative process. My orientation to providing therapy is trauma-informed, culturally humble, and neurodiversity & 2SLGBTQ+ affirming.
Vivian Nho
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2N
You have experienced life in a unique way that no one could understand better than you. I enjoy the challenge of understanding reality through the eyes of another. Whether you are struggling with depression, apathy, ADHD, chronic isolation, chronic cannabis use, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, substance or behavioral addictions, complex trauma, your job (or lack thereof), narcissistic abuse, or existential angst, I am here to listen and support you in achieving your goals. I foster healing, empowerment, and growth through compassion, collaboration and insight. The rocky path to self-actualization does not have to be walked alone.
You have experienced life in a unique way that no one could understand better than you. I enjoy the challenge of understanding reality through the eyes of another. Whether you are struggling with depression, apathy, ADHD, chronic isolation, chronic cannabis use, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, substance or behavioral addictions, complex trauma, your job (or lack thereof), narcissistic abuse, or existential angst, I am here to listen and support you in achieving your goals. I foster healing, empowerment, and growth through compassion, collaboration and insight. The rocky path to self-actualization does not have to be walked alone.
Anna Shin
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RMFT, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M2K (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, anger, or feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges? I provide a non-judgemental, supportive environment where clients can feel safe exploring their most difficult issues and gain some clarity on directions for change. I have successfully helped numerous clients enhance self-awareness, discover their inherent strengths, and boost resilience to meet the complex demands of modern-day life.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, anger, or feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges? I provide a non-judgemental, supportive environment where clients can feel safe exploring their most difficult issues and gain some clarity on directions for change. I have successfully helped numerous clients enhance self-awareness, discover their inherent strengths, and boost resilience to meet the complex demands of modern-day life.
Better Life Counselling Center
Registered Social Worker, MA, RP, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M3B
Shahrzad Hazrati specializes in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, parent -child and couple conflict.
Shahrzad Hazrati Registered psychotherapist and Registered Social worker (MA, MSW, RSW, RP). Shahrzad is member of the Canadian Association of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CACBT) with years of experience of providing counselling to individuals, couples and families deal with problems such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parental issues.
Shahrzad Hazrati specializes in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, parent -child and couple conflict.
Shahrzad Hazrati Registered psychotherapist and Registered Social worker (MA, MSW, RSW, RP). Shahrzad is member of the Canadian Association of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CACBT) with years of experience of providing counselling to individuals, couples and families deal with problems such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parental issues.
Eunjung Shin
Registered Psychotherapist, ThM, STM, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I am a bilingual psychotherapist(RP) and enjoy working on anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, sexual abuse survivors, women's issues, loss and grief, family issues, and spiritual issues, I have trained as a pastoral counsellor, a marriage and family therapist, and an EFT(Emotion Focused Therapy) therapist.
I am a bilingual psychotherapist(RP) and enjoy working on anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, sexual abuse survivors, women's issues, loss and grief, family issues, and spiritual issues, I have trained as a pastoral counsellor, a marriage and family therapist, and an EFT(Emotion Focused Therapy) therapist.
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M5M
Our clinic addresses issues including (but not limited to): anxiety, depression & mood disorders, stress (work, school, life), interpersonal relationships (family and friends), racial identity & cultural experiences, athletic performance & high-performance sport, self-esteem, trauma, couple and romantic relationships, family, immigrant & refugees, Indigenous.
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy offers counselling and psychotherapy services for a diverse range of issues. We offer culturally-informed care to people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our therapists strive to create a welcoming environment that helps clients lead more fulfilling lives. We provide a range of services to meet different income-levels, therapeutic needs, and approach preferences.
Our clinic addresses issues including (but not limited to): anxiety, depression & mood disorders, stress (work, school, life), interpersonal relationships (family and friends), racial identity & cultural experiences, athletic performance & high-performance sport, self-esteem, trauma, couple and romantic relationships, family, immigrant & refugees, Indigenous.
ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy offers counselling and psychotherapy services for a diverse range of issues. We offer culturally-informed care to people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our therapists strive to create a welcoming environment that helps clients lead more fulfilling lives. We provide a range of services to meet different income-levels, therapeutic needs, and approach preferences.
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Anxiety Counsellors
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.