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Eryn Oberlander
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
If your daughter or son is not optimally preparing for adulthood: has test or interview performance anxiety, is eating disordered, task-avoidant via marijuana/alcohol or gaming, self-defeating or shame-based, involved in demeaning relationships, putting themselves in harms way.
Board Certified NYS Licensed Yale and Columbia educated psychiatrist and graduate of Amherst College Summa Cum Laude Phi Beta Kappa. I specialize in freeing smart professionals from self-sabotaging emotional and behavioral patterns inhibiting success. If you are desiring to increase your satisfaction in work and personal relationships, wanting to identify your purpose and create joy, aiming to release habits that leak time and energy, wishing to transcend a childhood history of poor emotional parenting now interfering with bringing out your best ... My psychotherapy is transformational psychoeducation and I restore through re-story.
If your daughter or son is not optimally preparing for adulthood: has test or interview performance anxiety, is eating disordered, task-avoidant via marijuana/alcohol or gaming, self-defeating or shame-based, involved in demeaning relationships, putting themselves in harms way.
Board Certified NYS Licensed Yale and Columbia educated psychiatrist and graduate of Amherst College Summa Cum Laude Phi Beta Kappa. I specialize in freeing smart professionals from self-sabotaging emotional and behavioral patterns inhibiting success. If you are desiring to increase your satisfaction in work and personal relationships, wanting to identify your purpose and create joy, aiming to release habits that leak time and energy, wishing to transcend a childhood history of poor emotional parenting now interfering with bringing out your best ... My psychotherapy is transformational psychoeducation and I restore through re-story.
(646) 846-6148 View (646) 846-6148
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Xenia Protopopescu
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
(646) 600-9012 View (646) 600-9012
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Jane Simon
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
My ideal client is open to change, willing to face fears inherent in our human condition & wanting to learn & to get better. Please view below for my supportive position about the human condition. We must negotiate the contradictory directions in which we're pulled every day. Our individual vs our social self, love vs hate, work vs play. To integrate our contradictory natures, we need a tool box of psychological methods to cope with changes & to learn how, when & where to apply them to lead a productive & authentic life. For patients needing medication, I integrate pharmacotherapy with dynamic psychotherapy.
My ideal client is open to change, willing to face fears inherent in our human condition & wanting to learn & to get better. Please view below for my supportive position about the human condition. We must negotiate the contradictory directions in which we're pulled every day. Our individual vs our social self, love vs hate, work vs play. To integrate our contradictory natures, we need a tool box of psychological methods to cope with changes & to learn how, when & where to apply them to lead a productive & authentic life. For patients needing medication, I integrate pharmacotherapy with dynamic psychotherapy.
(646) 606-2716 View (646) 606-2716
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Tina Wu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I am an NYU-educated, ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in providing authentic and non-judgmental nursing care. My focus are the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and insomnia. I speak English, Cantonese and Mandarin. My approach is collaborative, individualized, holistic from a shared decision-making perspective, which combine therapy styles from Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) with IFS-informed (Internal Family System-informed) EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
I am an NYU-educated, ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in providing authentic and non-judgmental nursing care. My focus are the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and insomnia. I speak English, Cantonese and Mandarin. My approach is collaborative, individualized, holistic from a shared decision-making perspective, which combine therapy styles from Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) with IFS-informed (Internal Family System-informed) EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
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Betty Wang
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
My clinical interests include lgbtq care, autism, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and women's health.
Hi- thank you for visiting. I am a Mount Sinai Hospital-trained, double board-certified Adult and Child/Adolescent psychiatrist. In addition to seeing patients in my private practice, I am an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai.
My clinical interests include lgbtq care, autism, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and women's health.
Hi- thank you for visiting. I am a Mount Sinai Hospital-trained, double board-certified Adult and Child/Adolescent psychiatrist. In addition to seeing patients in my private practice, I am an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai.
(332) 244-3656 View (332) 244-3656
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Galit Sharon Marcus
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MPH
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023  (Online Only)
Are personal, school, or business relationships a problem for you? Are you depressed, angry, or anxious? Do you feel different, alone, or like an outsider? Do you have low self esteem? Are there disturbing problems in your life that you struggle to improve? Are you trying to discover who you are? I use a "toolbox" approach using one or more therapeutic techniques based on what you need. I am trained in interpersonal therapy, mindfulness, psychopharmacology, DBT skills, EMDR, and trauma-informed therapy. I am confident that my combination of skills will help if we have a compatible and good rapport together.
Are personal, school, or business relationships a problem for you? Are you depressed, angry, or anxious? Do you feel different, alone, or like an outsider? Do you have low self esteem? Are there disturbing problems in your life that you struggle to improve? Are you trying to discover who you are? I use a "toolbox" approach using one or more therapeutic techniques based on what you need. I am trained in interpersonal therapy, mindfulness, psychopharmacology, DBT skills, EMDR, and trauma-informed therapy. I am confident that my combination of skills will help if we have a compatible and good rapport together.
(914) 268-6113 View (914) 268-6113
Photo of Alana Mendelsohn, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Alana Mendelsohn
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023  (Online Only)
I am a Columbia University trained psychiatrist and neuroscientist. I work with adults in both medication management and psychotherapy, with a particular focus on mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD and PTSD. My practice strives to take a warm, collaborative and non-judgmental stance to create individualized treatment plans for each patient, incorporating medication and/or psychotherapy as appropriate. My treatment approach draws from multiple perspectives in psychiatry, including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and neuroscience, with a therapeutic style that is direct, transparent and empathic.
I am a Columbia University trained psychiatrist and neuroscientist. I work with adults in both medication management and psychotherapy, with a particular focus on mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD and PTSD. My practice strives to take a warm, collaborative and non-judgmental stance to create individualized treatment plans for each patient, incorporating medication and/or psychotherapy as appropriate. My treatment approach draws from multiple perspectives in psychiatry, including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and neuroscience, with a therapeutic style that is direct, transparent and empathic.
(914) 350-4505 View (914) 350-4505
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Ruth Cohen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or isolation? Perhaps you’re feeling stuck and yearning for positive change. A life with happiness is what we want, and we need to eliminate obsession, anxiety, and depression to achieve our goals. Through collaboration with patients who seek positive results, the use of psychotherapy and perhaps medication, just starts with one conversation.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or isolation? Perhaps you’re feeling stuck and yearning for positive change. A life with happiness is what we want, and we need to eliminate obsession, anxiety, and depression to achieve our goals. Through collaboration with patients who seek positive results, the use of psychotherapy and perhaps medication, just starts with one conversation.
(914) 275-0751 View (914) 275-0751
Photo of Annette Vallano, MS, RN, APRN, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Annette Vallano
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, RN, APRN, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019  (Online Only)
Times of change and uncertainty can leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from ourselves and others. Anxiety, depression and stress reactions can become common experiences. Psychotherapy offers opportunities to increase your understanding of why and how this happens as well as what to do about it. I work within an interpersonal and analytic perspective while incorporating the well known benefits of mindulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This combination creates curiosity, self-discovery and change. My style is warm, collaborative and flexible. You will find me actively involved rather than silent or distant.
Times of change and uncertainty can leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from ourselves and others. Anxiety, depression and stress reactions can become common experiences. Psychotherapy offers opportunities to increase your understanding of why and how this happens as well as what to do about it. I work within an interpersonal and analytic perspective while incorporating the well known benefits of mindulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This combination creates curiosity, self-discovery and change. My style is warm, collaborative and flexible. You will find me actively involved rather than silent or distant.
(212) 586-6713 View (212) 586-6713
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Zorica Filipovic-Jewell
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10036
I have a strong commitment to the well-being of my patients. My goal is to enable them to move on and maintain optimum quality of life, by providing support and a cutting edge, evidence-based care. After a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and assessing individual's goals, together we discuss findings and recommendations and create strategy with a specific treatment plan. I work with individuals experiencing wide range of psychiatric issues, such as anxiety, relationship issues, career problems, OCD, PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, etc. I enjoy working with patients of all ethnicities/religions/sexual orientations/identities.
I have a strong commitment to the well-being of my patients. My goal is to enable them to move on and maintain optimum quality of life, by providing support and a cutting edge, evidence-based care. After a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and assessing individual's goals, together we discuss findings and recommendations and create strategy with a specific treatment plan. I work with individuals experiencing wide range of psychiatric issues, such as anxiety, relationship issues, career problems, OCD, PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, etc. I enjoy working with patients of all ethnicities/religions/sexual orientations/identities.
(646) 859-4451 View (646) 859-4451
Photo of Donna McCabe, DNP, GNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Donna McCabe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, GNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
My name is Donna McCabe I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and geriatric nurse practitioner. I have over 20 years of advanced practice nursing experience caring for adults. I have expertise in helping people who are dealing with the mental health issues of depression and anxiety that often accompany other medical health conditions. Managing ongoing health conditions is challenging! Developing tools to strengthen your coping and resilience to manage these conditions can promote overall wellness and enhance quality of life. Let me help you focus on your health and living well.
My name is Donna McCabe I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and geriatric nurse practitioner. I have over 20 years of advanced practice nursing experience caring for adults. I have expertise in helping people who are dealing with the mental health issues of depression and anxiety that often accompany other medical health conditions. Managing ongoing health conditions is challenging! Developing tools to strengthen your coping and resilience to manage these conditions can promote overall wellness and enhance quality of life. Let me help you focus on your health and living well.
(646) 736-7310 View (646) 736-7310
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Lena Najjarian
Physician Assistant, MS, PA-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Lena treats patients with challenges in depression, anxiety, mood and psychotic disorders. Fastest way to get in touch: Please contact Lena through www.Rappore.com to schedule an appointment. Click "Get Started" to begin with our intake process. Our team of therapists & psychiatrists are leading minds in mental health. We understand your unique needs and are dedicated to helping you find solutions to life’s challenges.
Lena treats patients with challenges in depression, anxiety, mood and psychotic disorders. Fastest way to get in touch: Please contact Lena through www.Rappore.com to schedule an appointment. Click "Get Started" to begin with our intake process. Our team of therapists & psychiatrists are leading minds in mental health. We understand your unique needs and are dedicated to helping you find solutions to life’s challenges.
(914) 556-1062 View (914) 556-1062
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Dr. Kyu Oh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist practicing in NY, NJ, and via telehealth. I completed psychiatry residency training at Columbia University and I am now an Instructor in Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of mental health problems, including stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, work and school issues. I specialize in both medication management and psychotherapy for the treatment of the following psychiatric conditions: anxiety, panic, depression, OCD, and adult ADHD.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist practicing in NY, NJ, and via telehealth. I completed psychiatry residency training at Columbia University and I am now an Instructor in Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of mental health problems, including stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, work and school issues. I specialize in both medication management and psychotherapy for the treatment of the following psychiatric conditions: anxiety, panic, depression, OCD, and adult ADHD.
(646) 912-8774 View (646) 912-8774
Photo of Melissa Merlin, PMHNP, -BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Melissa Merlin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Pairing therapy and medication to treat depression and anxiety can help you feel better faster with a 60% improved chance of recovery.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience. I specialize in treating a variety of acute/chronic mental illnesses with psychiatric trauma. As an experienced Military Police in the Air National Guard and a Medic in the Army Reserves, I enjoy working with veterans, supporting their mental health journey through both medication management and psychotherapy. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Pairing therapy and medication to treat depression and anxiety can help you feel better faster with a 60% improved chance of recovery.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience. I specialize in treating a variety of acute/chronic mental illnesses with psychiatric trauma. As an experienced Military Police in the Air National Guard and a Medic in the Army Reserves, I enjoy working with veterans, supporting their mental health journey through both medication management and psychotherapy. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(332) 330-4247 View (332) 330-4247
Photo of Elizabeth Chang, NP, MPH, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Elizabeth Chang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, MPH
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036  (Online Only)
I am a board certified nurse practitioner with a focus on psychiatric consultation and medication management. I have experience working with adolescents and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and attention and concentration difficulties. My treatment philosophy is to prescribe the least number of medications at the safest and lowest effective dose possible and should ideally, be paired with psychotherapy and other lifestyle interventions, including nutrition, physical activity, and meditation.
I am a board certified nurse practitioner with a focus on psychiatric consultation and medication management. I have experience working with adolescents and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and attention and concentration difficulties. My treatment philosophy is to prescribe the least number of medications at the safest and lowest effective dose possible and should ideally, be paired with psychotherapy and other lifestyle interventions, including nutrition, physical activity, and meditation.
(646) 693-7539 View (646) 693-7539
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Maureen Laffey
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10031  (Online Only)
Occasional anxiety and sadness may be experienced by some, but for others, feelings may be more persistent and overwhelming.
Maureen has over 25 years of experience in health care. She is a graduate of Niagara University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing, then a master’s degree as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from Hunter College. She has worked as a consultant for those experiencing adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief, conflict, relationship issues, and others. Her professional skills include critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and communication. Maureen will collaborate with you, and if needed, she will present and prescribe a medication regimen that can benefit you towards moving forward and succeeding.
Occasional anxiety and sadness may be experienced by some, but for others, feelings may be more persistent and overwhelming.
Maureen has over 25 years of experience in health care. She is a graduate of Niagara University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing, then a master’s degree as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from Hunter College. She has worked as a consultant for those experiencing adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief, conflict, relationship issues, and others. Her professional skills include critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and communication. Maureen will collaborate with you, and if needed, she will present and prescribe a medication regimen that can benefit you towards moving forward and succeeding.
(646) 480-6738 View (646) 480-6738
Photo of Jane Algus, MD, Psychiatrist
Jane Algus
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
I am a board-certified psychiatrist working with patients for over twenty years to address emotional difficulties. At one time or another, we may all experience anxiety, depression, problems with intimacy or difficulties with self-esteem. I offer individualized treatment through personal interaction and insight, with a strong grounding in theory and clinical expertise. With some patients, I employ a psychodynamic approach, in others cases, a more targeted cognitive-behavorial approach is enough. At our initial meeting we will work together to determine the best treatment for your individual needs. Visit my website to learn more.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist working with patients for over twenty years to address emotional difficulties. At one time or another, we may all experience anxiety, depression, problems with intimacy or difficulties with self-esteem. I offer individualized treatment through personal interaction and insight, with a strong grounding in theory and clinical expertise. With some patients, I employ a psychodynamic approach, in others cases, a more targeted cognitive-behavorial approach is enough. At our initial meeting we will work together to determine the best treatment for your individual needs. Visit my website to learn more.
(646) 480-6925 View (646) 480-6925
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Dr. Chinelo Nduka
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, postpartum depression, mood disorders, ADD/ADHD, and adverse life events.
Do you feel like access to adequate mental health care is like playing the lottery? Have you been let down by mental health providers and feel like there's not much hope? You've come to the right place! Often times, providers overpromise and underdeliver. I believe that access to quality mental health care should be a right, not a privilege. I also believe that mental health treatment should be consistent, collaborative, and compassionate; not a roller coaster ride. As your mental health advocate, my approach to care is to create a comprehensive treatment plan to address your concern/s and help you lead a meaningful, fulfilled life.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, postpartum depression, mood disorders, ADD/ADHD, and adverse life events.
Do you feel like access to adequate mental health care is like playing the lottery? Have you been let down by mental health providers and feel like there's not much hope? You've come to the right place! Often times, providers overpromise and underdeliver. I believe that access to quality mental health care should be a right, not a privilege. I also believe that mental health treatment should be consistent, collaborative, and compassionate; not a roller coaster ride. As your mental health advocate, my approach to care is to create a comprehensive treatment plan to address your concern/s and help you lead a meaningful, fulfilled life.
(929) 481-3449 View (929) 481-3449
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Julia Samton
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
My specialties include attention deficit disorder (ADHD), depression, anxiety, stress management, insomnia, and other conditions causing poor mood and behavioral health.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist practicing virtually and in person in Midtown Manhattan. Licensed in NY, NJ, CT, and FL, I treat adults experiencing issues with mood, attention, stress, and/or problem-solving. I utilize a variety of strategies to help my patients feel better and meet their personal goals including DBT, CBT, ACT, Existential, and Supportive therapy. I am also board certified in Neurology, which gives me a unique perspective on the medications used to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, and panic. I am also a certified meditation instructor.
My specialties include attention deficit disorder (ADHD), depression, anxiety, stress management, insomnia, and other conditions causing poor mood and behavioral health.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist practicing virtually and in person in Midtown Manhattan. Licensed in NY, NJ, CT, and FL, I treat adults experiencing issues with mood, attention, stress, and/or problem-solving. I utilize a variety of strategies to help my patients feel better and meet their personal goals including DBT, CBT, ACT, Existential, and Supportive therapy. I am also board certified in Neurology, which gives me a unique perspective on the medications used to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, and panic. I am also a certified meditation instructor.
(646) 679-7704 View (646) 679-7704
Photo of Victoria Lanzara, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Victoria Lanzara
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
Areas of focus include depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, stress, trauma-related disorders, and sleep issues, among others.
Mental health is an integral, yet often overlooked, part of our wellness. In our modern, fast-paced lives self-care is the typically the first thing that we choose not to prioritize. In recognition of the commitment needed to begin treatment, I strive to work with my clients on an individualized level to move toward their wellness goals.
Areas of focus include depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, stress, trauma-related disorders, and sleep issues, among others.
Mental health is an integral, yet often overlooked, part of our wellness. In our modern, fast-paced lives self-care is the typically the first thing that we choose not to prioritize. In recognition of the commitment needed to begin treatment, I strive to work with my clients on an individualized level to move toward their wellness goals.
(347) 707-7735 View (347) 707-7735
Anxiety Psychiatrists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular 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 Behavioral 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.