Anxiety Counselling in Burntwood

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Kimberley Hackett
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Burntwood WS7  (Online Only)
Specialisms: anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, low self esteem, relationship issues, trauma.
Life can involve upsetting, stressful, or traumatic events that can impact us in so many ways. You may have anxiety and depression, struggle with low self esteem or have suicidal/intrusive thoughts. You may have problems controlling anger, or struggle with neurodiversity in a neurotypical world. Maybe your thoughts or feelings are impacting relationships around you, or vice versa. Whatever the circumstance, I can help you understand yourself and others in a safe and non-judgmental space, for new or long term troubles. I also offer coping techniques to reduce intensity/frequency of negative thoughts, images, and physical sensations
Specialisms: anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, low self esteem, relationship issues, trauma.
Life can involve upsetting, stressful, or traumatic events that can impact us in so many ways. You may have anxiety and depression, struggle with low self esteem or have suicidal/intrusive thoughts. You may have problems controlling anger, or struggle with neurodiversity in a neurotypical world. Maybe your thoughts or feelings are impacting relationships around you, or vice versa. Whatever the circumstance, I can help you understand yourself and others in a safe and non-judgmental space, for new or long term troubles. I also offer coping techniques to reduce intensity/frequency of negative thoughts, images, and physical sensations
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Gary Main
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Burntwood WS7  (Online Only)
I work in a humanistic person-centred way and have particular experience in working with depression, anxiety, loss and adjustment, relationship breakdown, self-worth.
There can me many experiences and events that can impact on our mental health and wellbeing, whether they be struggles that we have experienced since childhood and or current changes and life events that we are facing. I am a warm friendly compassionate, understanding therapist and will provide you with a welcoming non-judgemental space in which you can feel safe to express your innermost feelings and work towards a better understanding of your feelings and current experiencing.
I work in a humanistic person-centred way and have particular experience in working with depression, anxiety, loss and adjustment, relationship breakdown, self-worth.
There can me many experiences and events that can impact on our mental health and wellbeing, whether they be struggles that we have experienced since childhood and or current changes and life events that we are facing. I am a warm friendly compassionate, understanding therapist and will provide you with a welcoming non-judgemental space in which you can feel safe to express your innermost feelings and work towards a better understanding of your feelings and current experiencing.
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Prohealth Uk
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Burntwood WS7
Welcome to ProhealthUK. We are a dedicated team of therapists, counsellors and coahes providing a wide range of services. Our mission is to help you to make changes, be self-empowered and feel more content.
Welcome to ProhealthUK. We are a dedicated team of therapists, counsellors and coahes providing a wide range of services. Our mission is to help you to make changes, be self-empowered and feel more content.
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Ruth Proud
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Burntwood WS7
As an accredited Sexual and Relationship Psychotherapist I specialise in working with individuals and couples experiencing difficulties with their relationships, sexual function, sexuality and gender. I consider a client’s relationship or sexual problems in terms of their individual, cultural and societal identity and am trauma informed. My aim is to work therapeutically with clients in achieving relationship, personal and sexual wellbeing whatever that may look like.
As an accredited Sexual and Relationship Psychotherapist I specialise in working with individuals and couples experiencing difficulties with their relationships, sexual function, sexuality and gender. I consider a client’s relationship or sexual problems in terms of their individual, cultural and societal identity and am trauma informed. My aim is to work therapeutically with clients in achieving relationship, personal and sexual wellbeing whatever that may look like.
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Jill Phillips
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Burntwood WS7
Not accepting new clients
Hi, my name is Jill. I am an experienced counsellor who is easy to talk to. I work online with adults. I am passionate about helping clients find their unique ways to move forwards and improve their sense of wellbeing. Are you struggling with the sadness of grief and bereavement? Is stress, anxiety or panic impacting your life? Do distressing moods like depression and anger trouble you? Do you need support with family issues and tensions in relationships? Do you have a long-term health condition or cancer? Is a phobia holding you back? Do you have traumatic experiences that need resolving? Please get in touch.
Hi, my name is Jill. I am an experienced counsellor who is easy to talk to. I work online with adults. I am passionate about helping clients find their unique ways to move forwards and improve their sense of wellbeing. Are you struggling with the sadness of grief and bereavement? Is stress, anxiety or panic impacting your life? Do distressing moods like depression and anger trouble you? Do you need support with family issues and tensions in relationships? Do you have a long-term health condition or cancer? Is a phobia holding you back? Do you have traumatic experiences that need resolving? Please get in touch.
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Dr Natalie Elizabeth Byrne
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Stafford ST18
I am passionate about working with adults and have over 20 years experience working with people in distress. I have experience of working with people with a range of emotional and mental health problems, including complex trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, low self-esteem and psychosis. My aim is to help people take steps along their journey of recovery to a healthier and happier future where people can truly begin living the life they want to live. I work in an integrative way enabling me to work with people to develop a therapy plan which is most likely to help them make positive steps towards their therapy goals.
I am passionate about working with adults and have over 20 years experience working with people in distress. I have experience of working with people with a range of emotional and mental health problems, including complex trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, low self-esteem and psychosis. My aim is to help people take steps along their journey of recovery to a healthier and happier future where people can truly begin living the life they want to live. I work in an integrative way enabling me to work with people to develop a therapy plan which is most likely to help them make positive steps towards their therapy goals.
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Dr Lucy Banks
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Lichfield WS13
Community therapy might involve mindful walks in nature or supportive anxiety exposure to public and/or social settings, for example.
I work with adults and children with a range of difficulties, and I specialise in supporting parents and families. Perhaps you are a parent who finds themselves being self-critical of their skills or maybe you are struggling to bond or connect with your child. Possibly you are finding it hard to understand your child’s behaviour and how to manage it. It can be isolating to become a parent and the role brings many different challenges at all stages of your childs life. My background working with attachment theory helps me to guide parents on how to best meet their child's needs, whilst still allowing time to look after themselves.
Community therapy might involve mindful walks in nature or supportive anxiety exposure to public and/or social settings, for example.
I work with adults and children with a range of difficulties, and I specialise in supporting parents and families. Perhaps you are a parent who finds themselves being self-critical of their skills or maybe you are struggling to bond or connect with your child. Possibly you are finding it hard to understand your child’s behaviour and how to manage it. It can be isolating to become a parent and the role brings many different challenges at all stages of your childs life. My background working with attachment theory helps me to guide parents on how to best meet their child's needs, whilst still allowing time to look after themselves.
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Victoria Moore
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sutton Coldfield B74
I can help you by offering Psychotherapy for your mental, and emotional well-being, specialising in anxiety, depression, relationships, and all types of trauma.
I specialise in Humanistic Integrative psychotherapy and counselling, providing compassionate support for individuals and couples seeking emotional support, well-being and personal growth. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or unresolved trauma, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I aim to empower you to uncover your inner strengths, gain self-awareness, and develop practical strategies to navigate life's hurdles with resilience and get to wherever you wish to be.
I can help you by offering Psychotherapy for your mental, and emotional well-being, specialising in anxiety, depression, relationships, and all types of trauma.
I specialise in Humanistic Integrative psychotherapy and counselling, providing compassionate support for individuals and couples seeking emotional support, well-being and personal growth. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or unresolved trauma, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I aim to empower you to uncover your inner strengths, gain self-awareness, and develop practical strategies to navigate life's hurdles with resilience and get to wherever you wish to be.
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Gemma Forshaw
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Wolverhampton WV10
Are you struggling with low self worth, low mood, stress or anxiety? Perhaps finding it difficult to set boundaries, or notice you always feel you have to please everyone or worrytoo much about how others perceive you? Are you very self critical and it is becoming detrimental to your wellbeing? Are you looking to learn insights into how your mind works and what leads to unhelpful patterns and ready to develop a variety of skills to become more in charge of your own mind, which can help you in the long term?
Are you struggling with low self worth, low mood, stress or anxiety? Perhaps finding it difficult to set boundaries, or notice you always feel you have to please everyone or worrytoo much about how others perceive you? Are you very self critical and it is becoming detrimental to your wellbeing? Are you looking to learn insights into how your mind works and what leads to unhelpful patterns and ready to develop a variety of skills to become more in charge of your own mind, which can help you in the long term?
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Joanna Baker
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lichfield WS13
Waitlist for new clients
Clients come to see me at The Well-Minded Practice when they want fast, effective new outcomes for depression, anxiety, trauma and to improve their sleep. With extensive experience working with all forms of emotional distress, I always strive to ensure that alongside specific work carried out during appointments, clients have a firm foundation of of understanding and a set of tools to continue to maintain their own emotional health proactively in the future. Using the most up-to-date psychotherapeutic understanding and techniques, I help clients move forward with their lives as swiftly and effectively as possible.
Clients come to see me at The Well-Minded Practice when they want fast, effective new outcomes for depression, anxiety, trauma and to improve their sleep. With extensive experience working with all forms of emotional distress, I always strive to ensure that alongside specific work carried out during appointments, clients have a firm foundation of of understanding and a set of tools to continue to maintain their own emotional health proactively in the future. Using the most up-to-date psychotherapeutic understanding and techniques, I help clients move forward with their lives as swiftly and effectively as possible.
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Raj Bassi
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Sutton Coldfield B75
I offer evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) in treating common mental health problems such as low mood, anxiety and trauma specialising in treating children, adolescents and adults.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and have completed a degree in Psychology and primarily practice cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). I have over ten years experience of working within a range of NHS mental health services in London and the West Midlands in treating depression, anxiety disorders and trauma in adults and children by way of delivering effective treatment and providing evidence-based procedures.
I offer evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) in treating common mental health problems such as low mood, anxiety and trauma specialising in treating children, adolescents and adults.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and have completed a degree in Psychology and primarily practice cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). I have over ten years experience of working within a range of NHS mental health services in London and the West Midlands in treating depression, anxiety disorders and trauma in adults and children by way of delivering effective treatment and providing evidence-based procedures.
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Louise Lalley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Walsall WS4
I specialise in bereavement and loss, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, panic disorder, feeling sad, low self-esteem, separation and divorce, relationship and family issues, and low self-confidence.
Taking the first step towards counselling can be daunting, but my approach will be compassionate, friendly and supportive. We will work together to identify and resolve your issues in a safe and confidential environment, at a pace that is right for you. Through therapy I can help with a range of issues from anxiety to panic disorder, depression to anger management. As a member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), I will always work with you ethically and confidentially. So, if you are looking for a therapist in the Walsall or Wolverhampton (Willenhall) areas in the West Midlands, please get in touch.
I specialise in bereavement and loss, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, panic disorder, feeling sad, low self-esteem, separation and divorce, relationship and family issues, and low self-confidence.
Taking the first step towards counselling can be daunting, but my approach will be compassionate, friendly and supportive. We will work together to identify and resolve your issues in a safe and confidential environment, at a pace that is right for you. Through therapy I can help with a range of issues from anxiety to panic disorder, depression to anger management. As a member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), I will always work with you ethically and confidentially. So, if you are looking for a therapist in the Walsall or Wolverhampton (Willenhall) areas in the West Midlands, please get in touch.
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Claire Ashby
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham B43
I offer specialist Counselling and Hypnotherapy for anxiety, stress, fears and phobias, sleep and confidence.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
I offer specialist Counselling and Hypnotherapy for anxiety, stress, fears and phobias, sleep and confidence.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
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Kelly Rowley Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cannock WS11
Life can you hit you hard! I know this from experience. The good news is, that there is always a way back, no matter how hopeless the situation might feel at the time. The fact that you are here right now shows that you have the inner strength and desire to move forward. That in itself is huge, and the first step towards discovering (or re-discovering) the person that you truly are. Maybe you are feeling stressed? or suffer from anxiety? Are you struggling with a past traumatic experience? or the loss of a loved one? You could be stuck in a rut and not know why? Whatever it may be, remember that it does not have to be permanent.
Life can you hit you hard! I know this from experience. The good news is, that there is always a way back, no matter how hopeless the situation might feel at the time. The fact that you are here right now shows that you have the inner strength and desire to move forward. That in itself is huge, and the first step towards discovering (or re-discovering) the person that you truly are. Maybe you are feeling stressed? or suffer from anxiety? Are you struggling with a past traumatic experience? or the loss of a loved one? You could be stuck in a rut and not know why? Whatever it may be, remember that it does not have to be permanent.
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Michael Swift
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sutton Coldfield B74
Hi, I'm Mike! I value authenticity and transparency in the therapy room. I became a therapist to empower you to make positive and lasting change. I'll be honest, I won't have all the answers, but I'm never afraid to accompany you on the journey to find them. In my practice, I am a compassionate and knowledgeable integrative psychotherapist who has worked in health care organizations for over 10 years. I mainly specialize in the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and third wave therapy approaches for a range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, specific phobias, OCD and health anxiety.
Hi, I'm Mike! I value authenticity and transparency in the therapy room. I became a therapist to empower you to make positive and lasting change. I'll be honest, I won't have all the answers, but I'm never afraid to accompany you on the journey to find them. In my practice, I am a compassionate and knowledgeable integrative psychotherapist who has worked in health care organizations for over 10 years. I mainly specialize in the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and third wave therapy approaches for a range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, specific phobias, OCD and health anxiety.
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Helen Gaynor - Sheemore Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Lichfield WS14
Has life thrown something in your path that you are struggling to make sense of? Are you aware that your stress or anxiety levels are heightened and you are confused by these feelings? Then perhaps you need someone to talk to, to help you make sense of the confusion you are feeling and the unexplained emotions that can feel overwhelming and leave you feeling alone. As a qualified person-centred counsellor I can offer an empathic, open, safe environment, enabling you to explore those feelings, allowing you to better understand them and helping you to reconnect with you inner values and sense of self-worth.
Has life thrown something in your path that you are struggling to make sense of? Are you aware that your stress or anxiety levels are heightened and you are confused by these feelings? Then perhaps you need someone to talk to, to help you make sense of the confusion you are feeling and the unexplained emotions that can feel overwhelming and leave you feeling alone. As a qualified person-centred counsellor I can offer an empathic, open, safe environment, enabling you to explore those feelings, allowing you to better understand them and helping you to reconnect with you inner values and sense of self-worth.
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Dr Donna Bella Gurney
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Sutton Coldfield B75
My areas of interests are eating disorders and anxiety.
Are you suffering from an eating disorder? Are you constantly feeling not good enough? Are your anxieties stopping you from living the life that you want? Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or burnt out? Are you a perfectionist with unrelenting standards and highly self-critical? Do you find yourself sabotaging your relationships? Whatever your circumstances, I am here to help. ‘Tutum' is a latin word which means 'safe'.​ I founded Tutum Psychology to provide a safe space for people to talk. The scientific literature has shown that feeling safe in your therapeutic relationship is important in order for therapy to be a success.
My areas of interests are eating disorders and anxiety.
Are you suffering from an eating disorder? Are you constantly feeling not good enough? Are your anxieties stopping you from living the life that you want? Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or burnt out? Are you a perfectionist with unrelenting standards and highly self-critical? Do you find yourself sabotaging your relationships? Whatever your circumstances, I am here to help. ‘Tutum' is a latin word which means 'safe'.​ I founded Tutum Psychology to provide a safe space for people to talk. The scientific literature has shown that feeling safe in your therapeutic relationship is important in order for therapy to be a success.
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Theresa Dubicka-Keen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sutton Coldfield B75
In the 50 minute session of 1-1 person- centred therapy I work with your values and help to unravel emotional anxiety that is distressing for adults, children, older adults and young people.
Providing psychotherapy is my passion and I cover a wide range of issues namely- All Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Addictions, AIDS/HIV, Anger management, Anxiety, Asperger syndrome, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Eating disorders, Health related issues, Identity issues, Infertility, Loss, Men's issues, Obsessions, OCD, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues.
In the 50 minute session of 1-1 person- centred therapy I work with your values and help to unravel emotional anxiety that is distressing for adults, children, older adults and young people.
Providing psychotherapy is my passion and I cover a wide range of issues namely- All Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Addictions, AIDS/HIV, Anger management, Anxiety, Asperger syndrome, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Eating disorders, Health related issues, Identity issues, Infertility, Loss, Men's issues, Obsessions, OCD, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues.
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Georgia Williams
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Tamworth B79  (Online Only)
I have a wealth of experience working with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, trauma including PTSD, emotional dysregulation, OCD, health anxiety, social anxiety, body dysmorphia, misophonia, specific phobias, panic disorder and agora phobia.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? As an accredited psychological therapist with over 20 years of experience working in the NHS, I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental space for individuals seeking to overcome life's challenges. With my guidance I will help you to learn new skills to manage your mental health and wellbeing and support you to become your own therapist.
I have a wealth of experience working with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, trauma including PTSD, emotional dysregulation, OCD, health anxiety, social anxiety, body dysmorphia, misophonia, specific phobias, panic disorder and agora phobia.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? As an accredited psychological therapist with over 20 years of experience working in the NHS, I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental space for individuals seeking to overcome life's challenges. With my guidance I will help you to learn new skills to manage your mental health and wellbeing and support you to become your own therapist.
01827 948498 View 01827 948498
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Teresa Lewis
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Cannock WS12
Winner of The Qualify Business Awards Best Rated Counselling Service 2024.  Teresa Lewis is a Senior Accredited psychotherapist with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Snr. Accred). Qualified in 1995, Teresa has been providing counselling and psychotherapy treatment for nearly 30 years. Teresa has completed over 30,000 therapy sessions and has successfully dealt with a wide range of issues from anger management to health anxiety. Teresa holds a masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy and is also a qualified EMDR practitioner and accredited mindfulness teacher.
Winner of The Qualify Business Awards Best Rated Counselling Service 2024.  Teresa Lewis is a Senior Accredited psychotherapist with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Snr. Accred). Qualified in 1995, Teresa has been providing counselling and psychotherapy treatment for nearly 30 years. Teresa has completed over 30,000 therapy sessions and has successfully dealt with a wide range of issues from anger management to health anxiety. Teresa holds a masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy and is also a qualified EMDR practitioner and accredited mindfulness teacher.
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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.