Anxiety Therapists in 90293

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Saralyn Masselink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Many of us feel a longing for a more satisfying life but are unsure of how to get there, or feel stymied by anger, shame, anxiety, or grief.
Many of us feel a longing for a more satisfying life but are unsure of how to get there, or feel stymied by anger, shame, anxiety, or grief.
(310) 730-8158 View (310) 730-8158
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Dr. Nidia Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293  (Online Only)
I aim to support individuals dealing with personal and professional barriers impacting their well-being. In my clinical practice, I support issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, emerging adulthood transitions, intergenerational trauma, past trauma histories, systemic oppression, and burnout. Some issues can impact our ability to reach our potential to live a fulfilling and enriching life. You are not alone, and together we can support your healing journey.
I aim to support individuals dealing with personal and professional barriers impacting their well-being. In my clinical practice, I support issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, emerging adulthood transitions, intergenerational trauma, past trauma histories, systemic oppression, and burnout. Some issues can impact our ability to reach our potential to live a fulfilling and enriching life. You are not alone, and together we can support your healing journey.
(310) 928-2719 View (310) 928-2719
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Noel Joy Plourde
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
I have over 30 years of experience in helping people of all ages with a variety of presenting problems, including depression, anxiety, severe and chronic mental illnesses, etc. I have extensive experience in work with trauma, addictions, and adults from dysfunctional families. I also work with people who have chronic and terminal illnesses and their families, and in accepting losses of all kinds. I welcome children, adolescents, adults and families to experience the benefits of therapy.
I have over 30 years of experience in helping people of all ages with a variety of presenting problems, including depression, anxiety, severe and chronic mental illnesses, etc. I have extensive experience in work with trauma, addictions, and adults from dysfunctional families. I also work with people who have chronic and terminal illnesses and their families, and in accepting losses of all kinds. I welcome children, adolescents, adults and families to experience the benefits of therapy.
(424) 254-5532 View (424) 254-5532
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Susan Reichmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293  (Online Only)
When you find yourself at a crossroads in your life, it is often the best time to come into therapy to address the issues that are troubling you. I am adept at guiding you to explore the feelings and thoughts that are weighing on you, assisting you in gaining insight that can help you shift your perspective and make positive changes that can lead to the realization of your most deeply treasured goals. Together, we'll come to understand your experience of depression, anxiety/stress and/or conflict in your relationships and/or in your career, and we'll develop ways of making your desired changes.
When you find yourself at a crossroads in your life, it is often the best time to come into therapy to address the issues that are troubling you. I am adept at guiding you to explore the feelings and thoughts that are weighing on you, assisting you in gaining insight that can help you shift your perspective and make positive changes that can lead to the realization of your most deeply treasured goals. Together, we'll come to understand your experience of depression, anxiety/stress and/or conflict in your relationships and/or in your career, and we'll develop ways of making your desired changes.
(424) 294-8234 View (424) 294-8234
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Dr. Malika Stewart-Bey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DMFT
Verified Verified
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293  (Online Only)
You are welcome to positively change your life. Dr. Malika is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with clients in the entire state of California. Dr. Malika offers a safe space of unconditional positive regard for you to totally be yourself, as you explore your thoughts and feelings. Dr. Malika has worked in the areas of child development, parenting, addiction treatment, couples therapy, premarital counseling, non-monogamous/Polyamory, LGBTQIA, foster-care/transitional aged youth issues, homelessness, issues pertaining to systemic racism, as well as joined alongside clients overcoming anxious and depressive symptoms.
You are welcome to positively change your life. Dr. Malika is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with clients in the entire state of California. Dr. Malika offers a safe space of unconditional positive regard for you to totally be yourself, as you explore your thoughts and feelings. Dr. Malika has worked in the areas of child development, parenting, addiction treatment, couples therapy, premarital counseling, non-monogamous/Polyamory, LGBTQIA, foster-care/transitional aged youth issues, homelessness, issues pertaining to systemic racism, as well as joined alongside clients overcoming anxious and depressive symptoms.
(424) 233-1178 View (424) 233-1178
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Kaitlyn Power
LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
A big of part of my work revolves around acknowledging your vulnerable emotions and helping you develop vocabulary to describe any anxieties, worries, and fears.
Life, especially nowadays, comes with a lot of unparalleled challenges, and I hope to provide support and compassion to encourage my clients to feel safe in expressing their current thoughts and feelings about their unique life circumstances. I aim to help my clients make more more satisfying life choices through increased insight into how their mind works. This will in turn help my clients better tackle life's challenges, especially surrounding life transitions, relationships, and family issues.
A big of part of my work revolves around acknowledging your vulnerable emotions and helping you develop vocabulary to describe any anxieties, worries, and fears.
Life, especially nowadays, comes with a lot of unparalleled challenges, and I hope to provide support and compassion to encourage my clients to feel safe in expressing their current thoughts and feelings about their unique life circumstances. I aim to help my clients make more more satisfying life choices through increased insight into how their mind works. This will in turn help my clients better tackle life's challenges, especially surrounding life transitions, relationships, and family issues.
(310) 361-2707 View (310) 361-2707
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Mark Mitchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise encompass a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, men's issues, couples issues, recovery, retirement , & dealing with an aging parent or partner.
Welcome! I'm Mark Mitchell, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to helping individuals with healing, growth, and transformation in a very pragmatic way. With over 40 years of experience in the field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and empathy to guide you through life's challenges. After all, this is Grow Therapy.... I can help you with your roots, trunk, leaves, fruit, pests and even fertilizer!:) Of course, I am speaking in metaphor.
My areas of expertise encompass a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, men's issues, couples issues, recovery, retirement , & dealing with an aging parent or partner.
Welcome! I'm Mark Mitchell, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to helping individuals with healing, growth, and transformation in a very pragmatic way. With over 40 years of experience in the field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and empathy to guide you through life's challenges. After all, this is Grow Therapy.... I can help you with your roots, trunk, leaves, fruit, pests and even fertilizer!:) Of course, I am speaking in metaphor.
(424) 226-5652 View (424) 226-5652
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Isabella Dutra
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
I specialize in working with individual’s dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and issues stemming from ADHD. I work with children, adolescents, and adults as well as couples and families. I also have extensive experience working with individuals with social anxiety and ASD. I strive to provide clients with a safe, compassionate, judgement-free space in which we work together to understand one's unique goals and deeper rooted needs. I welcome all my clients to show up as they are, my job being to meet you there and help you move forward.
I specialize in working with individual’s dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and issues stemming from ADHD. I work with children, adolescents, and adults as well as couples and families. I also have extensive experience working with individuals with social anxiety and ASD. I strive to provide clients with a safe, compassionate, judgement-free space in which we work together to understand one's unique goals and deeper rooted needs. I welcome all my clients to show up as they are, my job being to meet you there and help you move forward.
(310) 692-7980 View (310) 692-7980
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Hyim J Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90293
Struggling with emotion disregulation? Anxious or depressed? Self medicating? You will have to create new patterns of behavior and thought to deal with the old destructive behaviors and thoughts. Self-compassion through self awareness. I can help you thrive and cultivate emotional sobriety. I work with adults and adolescents who struggle with emotional disregulation and/or dealing with addiction-be that drugs, alcohol, sex, gaming, smart phones, intensity, pills, marijuana, etc. With over a decade of experience in helping people, you will learn skills to deal with your challenges as well as address the roots of your suffering.
Struggling with emotion disregulation? Anxious or depressed? Self medicating? You will have to create new patterns of behavior and thought to deal with the old destructive behaviors and thoughts. Self-compassion through self awareness. I can help you thrive and cultivate emotional sobriety. I work with adults and adolescents who struggle with emotional disregulation and/or dealing with addiction-be that drugs, alcohol, sex, gaming, smart phones, intensity, pills, marijuana, etc. With over a decade of experience in helping people, you will learn skills to deal with your challenges as well as address the roots of your suffering.
(510) 491-9284 View (510) 491-9284
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Caron Post
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90293
Her areas of focus include couples and individual psychotherapy; depression,anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, life transitions, stress management, relationship issues, and perinatal mood disorders including parenting She received her doctorate in clinical psychology from New York University in 1998.
The work you can expect that we will engage in together is based on the healing power of a safe and confidential therapeutic relationship, a dynamic interaction between two people in which exploring and understanding your internal and interpersonal landscapes in the here and the now, can help you release old pain and negative patterns. The goals of this work are to come to know yourself more deeply; to live with more compassion, connectedness, satisfaction, joy and freedom. AN integrated one, primarily influenced by attachment theory, contemporary relational psychoanalysis, emotional regulation, mind-body integration, mindfulness.
Her areas of focus include couples and individual psychotherapy; depression,anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, life transitions, stress management, relationship issues, and perinatal mood disorders including parenting She received her doctorate in clinical psychology from New York University in 1998.
The work you can expect that we will engage in together is based on the healing power of a safe and confidential therapeutic relationship, a dynamic interaction between two people in which exploring and understanding your internal and interpersonal landscapes in the here and the now, can help you release old pain and negative patterns. The goals of this work are to come to know yourself more deeply; to live with more compassion, connectedness, satisfaction, joy and freedom. AN integrated one, primarily influenced by attachment theory, contemporary relational psychoanalysis, emotional regulation, mind-body integration, mindfulness.
(424) 488-0909 View (424) 488-0909
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Courtney L Pender
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
My specialties include: Grief and loss, Relationship Issues, and Depression and Anxiety.
It helps to have a safe place to process feelings, work on relationships, and better understand patterns of behavior when feeling overwhelmed or stuck. Together through exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences we can work through obstacles and develop new coping skills that allow you to move forward in a healthy happy manner.
My specialties include: Grief and loss, Relationship Issues, and Depression and Anxiety.
It helps to have a safe place to process feelings, work on relationships, and better understand patterns of behavior when feeling overwhelmed or stuck. Together through exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences we can work through obstacles and develop new coping skills that allow you to move forward in a healthy happy manner.
(855) 308-4289 View (855) 308-4289
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Wendy J Vitalich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself stuck in patterns of unhappy relationships, financial worries or feeling unsettled? I offer CBT tools to reframe negative thoughts, build self esteem and confidence and ways to transform core beliefs that cause overthinking and a negative mindset. I offer mindful listening to individuals through life's challenges, such as, loss of a loved one, or any transitional issue that brings on anxiety, depression, or any other imbalance. You can create safety in your life with your partner, children and most importantly yourself. Offering effective tools for communication to enhance joy and balance in your life!
Do you find yourself stuck in patterns of unhappy relationships, financial worries or feeling unsettled? I offer CBT tools to reframe negative thoughts, build self esteem and confidence and ways to transform core beliefs that cause overthinking and a negative mindset. I offer mindful listening to individuals through life's challenges, such as, loss of a loved one, or any transitional issue that brings on anxiety, depression, or any other imbalance. You can create safety in your life with your partner, children and most importantly yourself. Offering effective tools for communication to enhance joy and balance in your life!
(747) 251-4489 View (747) 251-4489
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Leanne Whitney
PhD, RYT
Verified Verified
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Welcome. These are psychologically, emotionally, and physically complex times in which we are living. We have been thrust into a radically new era at lightning speed. I seek to meet you where you are and assist you in resolving any pain and confusion which blocks your sense of peace, strength and authenticity. Together we will find tools to relieve constraining beliefs, anxiety and/or confusion and we will find a place of equilibrium from which you can engage your inner and outer world in new and more effective ways. You can then make the changes you need to make in order to experience more peace of mind and fulfillment.
Welcome. These are psychologically, emotionally, and physically complex times in which we are living. We have been thrust into a radically new era at lightning speed. I seek to meet you where you are and assist you in resolving any pain and confusion which blocks your sense of peace, strength and authenticity. Together we will find tools to relieve constraining beliefs, anxiety and/or confusion and we will find a place of equilibrium from which you can engage your inner and outer world in new and more effective ways. You can then make the changes you need to make in order to experience more peace of mind and fulfillment.
(310) 651-7495 View (310) 651-7495
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Maria Nazarian, Ph.D., Beach Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90293
You can walk on the beach while you talk with your therapist! I specialize in anxiety and related conditions, including panic attacks, worry, depression, social anxiety, PTSD, and phobias. Feelings of loneliness are often associated with anxiety and depression. As we walk side-by-side on the beach, you may feel that you are, in fact, not alone. Walking in nature can enhance your feelings of joy and connectedness, and together with effective coping skills, can help you develop more resilience toward life’s challenges. Imagine doing all of this work while breathing in fresh air, listening to crashing waves, and walking in the sand!
You can walk on the beach while you talk with your therapist! I specialize in anxiety and related conditions, including panic attacks, worry, depression, social anxiety, PTSD, and phobias. Feelings of loneliness are often associated with anxiety and depression. As we walk side-by-side on the beach, you may feel that you are, in fact, not alone. Walking in nature can enhance your feelings of joy and connectedness, and together with effective coping skills, can help you develop more resilience toward life’s challenges. Imagine doing all of this work while breathing in fresh air, listening to crashing waves, and walking in the sand!
(310) 508-3523 View (310) 508-3523
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Kate Boswell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
I help young men and women who struggle with anxiety.
Overthinking things. Analyzing every decision to death. Wanting to know for sure what the outcome will be. Not taking the first step unless you feel for sure it will work out the way you want it to. These obsessive tendencies can be paralyzing. They can hold you back from living a more enjoyable life. There is hope and help. I have devoted my work to helping people overcome symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks.
I help young men and women who struggle with anxiety.
Overthinking things. Analyzing every decision to death. Wanting to know for sure what the outcome will be. Not taking the first step unless you feel for sure it will work out the way you want it to. These obsessive tendencies can be paralyzing. They can hold you back from living a more enjoyable life. There is hope and help. I have devoted my work to helping people overcome symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks.
(310) 658-3158 View (310) 658-3158
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Heather Gulick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293  (Online Only)
My experience is in treating patients with anxiety, depression, family conflict, parenting or relational problems that affect their ability to cope with life's stresses and have meaningful interpersonal relationships.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your partner, or those around you? Are you struggling with your moods? Do you often feel overwhelmed, yearning to make positive changes but are unsure of where to begin? Perhaps you're seeking additional support and connection, or you're feeling a sense of loneliness due to the absence of a partner or a community. By harnessing your unique strengths and innate qualities, we will work to cultivate a stronger sense of self, paving the path to new habits and coping mechanisms that promote overall well-being. Together, we will empower you to make intentional choices toward improved mental health.
My experience is in treating patients with anxiety, depression, family conflict, parenting or relational problems that affect their ability to cope with life's stresses and have meaningful interpersonal relationships.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your partner, or those around you? Are you struggling with your moods? Do you often feel overwhelmed, yearning to make positive changes but are unsure of where to begin? Perhaps you're seeking additional support and connection, or you're feeling a sense of loneliness due to the absence of a partner or a community. By harnessing your unique strengths and innate qualities, we will work to cultivate a stronger sense of self, paving the path to new habits and coping mechanisms that promote overall well-being. Together, we will empower you to make intentional choices toward improved mental health.
(323) 615-2201 View (323) 615-2201
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Debra Schmid
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90293
Her main areas of focus include trauma, attachment, and anxiety.
Debra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing since 2013. She graduated from University of Riverside and received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in History. Debra went on to receive her Master of Sciences in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family and Child Therapy from the University of La Verne. Debra's therapeutic style is a combination of person-centered, eclectic and CBT as the primary theoretic orientations.
Her main areas of focus include trauma, attachment, and anxiety.
Debra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing since 2013. She graduated from University of Riverside and received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in History. Debra went on to receive her Master of Sciences in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family and Child Therapy from the University of La Verne. Debra's therapeutic style is a combination of person-centered, eclectic and CBT as the primary theoretic orientations.
(424) 955-6566 View (424) 955-6566
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Bailey Carver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90293
She provides support to children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders, grief, trauma, substance use, homelessness, personality disorders, family conflict, LGBTQIA+ related issues, and other transitional life struggles.
Bailey Carver is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2020. Bailey is originally from northwest Virginia and received a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech University. She went on to receive her master's degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Social Work. Bailey has more than three years of experience providing therapy and support to adolescents and their families as they navigate mental and emotional health issues within the inpatient, non-profit, and residential treatment setting.
She provides support to children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders, grief, trauma, substance use, homelessness, personality disorders, family conflict, LGBTQIA+ related issues, and other transitional life struggles.
Bailey Carver is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2020. Bailey is originally from northwest Virginia and received a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech University. She went on to receive her master's degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Social Work. Bailey has more than three years of experience providing therapy and support to adolescents and their families as they navigate mental and emotional health issues within the inpatient, non-profit, and residential treatment setting.
(424) 999-0542 View (424) 999-0542
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Eitan Kadosh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90293
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Eitan works with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, transitions, substance abuse, and interpersonal conflict.
The problems we experience, and the context in which we experience them, can make it seem as if we are defective, as if there is something fundamentally wrong with who we are. Problems can saturate our lives until we think we've been robbed of the power to change. This is not so! We can change our relationship to our problems, through our own strengths and unique knowledge. Eitan is trained in Narrative Therapy, a collaborative approach that separates "the problem" from the person experiencing this problem, and which seeks to help people tell new stories about their lives.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Eitan works with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, transitions, substance abuse, and interpersonal conflict.
The problems we experience, and the context in which we experience them, can make it seem as if we are defective, as if there is something fundamentally wrong with who we are. Problems can saturate our lives until we think we've been robbed of the power to change. This is not so! We can change our relationship to our problems, through our own strengths and unique knowledge. Eitan is trained in Narrative Therapy, a collaborative approach that separates "the problem" from the person experiencing this problem, and which seeks to help people tell new stories about their lives.
(424) 484-7590 View (424) 484-7590
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Bernadette Reyes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Bernadette and I’m a therapist in the South Bay of California. I work with women to overcome anxiety and self-doubt so they feel empowered and confident. Do you feel anxiety and self-doubt are taking over your life? Are you constantly questioning yourself and your ability to thrive in your environment? If so, schedule a free 15 minute consultation by pasting the following link into your browser: bewelltherapyandcounseling.com/contact
Hi, I’m Bernadette and I’m a therapist in the South Bay of California. I work with women to overcome anxiety and self-doubt so they feel empowered and confident. Do you feel anxiety and self-doubt are taking over your life? Are you constantly questioning yourself and your ability to thrive in your environment? If so, schedule a free 15 minute consultation by pasting the following link into your browser: bewelltherapyandcounseling.com/contact
(310) 361-1302 View (310) 361-1302

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Anxiety Therapists

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.