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Melissa Guarnaccia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients across North Carolina. I specialize in providing therapy to teens and adults who are seeking help related to anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe space for you to grow. Let’s work together to effectively identify and process emotions, challenge unhelpful thinking, and change behavior patterns. With this growth you will experience positive change in all areas of your life, and feel more confident to tackle life’s challenges
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients across North Carolina. I specialize in providing therapy to teens and adults who are seeking help related to anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe space for you to grow. Let’s work together to effectively identify and process emotions, challenge unhelpful thinking, and change behavior patterns. With this growth you will experience positive change in all areas of your life, and feel more confident to tackle life’s challenges
(704) 440-5991 View (704) 440-5991
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Jenica Cannella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Are you navigating neurodivergence, anxiety, or life transitions as a woman? I specialize in late-diagnosed ADHD and autism. Being late diagnosed neurodivergent myself, I deeply understand the complexities of juggling parenting, family, career, and social aspects of life. I'm here to help you work through these challenges, empowering you towards growth and healing. I also work with children ages 5-12 in the areas of ADHD, emotional regulation, anxiety, and going between split households. I am an adoption competent therapist and work with adoptees and adoptive parents.
Are you navigating neurodivergence, anxiety, or life transitions as a woman? I specialize in late-diagnosed ADHD and autism. Being late diagnosed neurodivergent myself, I deeply understand the complexities of juggling parenting, family, career, and social aspects of life. I'm here to help you work through these challenges, empowering you towards growth and healing. I also work with children ages 5-12 in the areas of ADHD, emotional regulation, anxiety, and going between split households. I am an adoption competent therapist and work with adoptees and adoptive parents.
(704) 360-5405 View (704) 360-5405
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Jen Hundt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with experience working with veterans, people experiencing homelessness, people with severe and persistent mental health disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar, major depression, generalized anxiety), people with co-occurring substance use disorders and those who have experienced abuse.
Jen received her graduate degree from the University of Southern California where she obtained her Masters Degree in Social Work with an additional certificate in Military Social Work and Veterans Services. The focus of her degree program was adult mental health with a sub concentration in military and veteran populations as well as complex trauma.
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with experience working with veterans, people experiencing homelessness, people with severe and persistent mental health disorders (schizophrenia, bipolar, major depression, generalized anxiety), people with co-occurring substance use disorders and those who have experienced abuse.
Jen received her graduate degree from the University of Southern California where she obtained her Masters Degree in Social Work with an additional certificate in Military Social Work and Veterans Services. The focus of her degree program was adult mental health with a sub concentration in military and veteran populations as well as complex trauma.
(704) 275-0549 View (704) 275-0549
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Abdo Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Perfection and anxiety can make you feel overwhelmed and out of control. The anxious feeling can make you feel constantly scattered, not having a relaxing moment. Your brain is always on go. The desire to be perfect is a struggle to reach, and not obtainable. Therapy can help your brain slow down, calm down, and stop having a escalating desire to panic. You can turn your life around and enjoy it the way you want.
Perfection and anxiety can make you feel overwhelmed and out of control. The anxious feeling can make you feel constantly scattered, not having a relaxing moment. Your brain is always on go. The desire to be perfect is a struggle to reach, and not obtainable. Therapy can help your brain slow down, calm down, and stop having a escalating desire to panic. You can turn your life around and enjoy it the way you want.
(980) 404-2251 View (980) 404-2251
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Abbey Vann
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
I have experience working with couples, individuals, and families with an emphasis on communication, rebuilding trust, intimacy, anxiety, depression, trauma, and body-image/self esteem concerns.
Do you ever find yourself saying "It is not supposed to be this way"? At times we have all felt lost in life, or found ourselves in a place we do not wish to be. Whether it be at the hands of trauma, loss of self-esteem, familial discord, or failed relationships, sometimes we all need some guidance getting back to our best version of ourselves.
I have experience working with couples, individuals, and families with an emphasis on communication, rebuilding trust, intimacy, anxiety, depression, trauma, and body-image/self esteem concerns.
Do you ever find yourself saying "It is not supposed to be this way"? At times we have all felt lost in life, or found ourselves in a place we do not wish to be. Whether it be at the hands of trauma, loss of self-esteem, familial discord, or failed relationships, sometimes we all need some guidance getting back to our best version of ourselves.
(704) 665-5963 View (704) 665-5963
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Joy Robbins; Creative Counseling & Consulting,PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LPC
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
I specialize in treating mood disorders, like anxiety and depression, in teenagers and adults.
You are one step closer to a new you! I enjoy helping adolescent and adult clients find solutions through a balance of support and challenge. When you're on my couch, I work as hard as you do. I believe in helping you change your thoughts to change your feelings to change your behaviors which will change your life! I have worked in a variety of settings: an inpatient psychiatric hospital, public schools, residential treatment, EAP and private practice. I can help you reach your potential!
I specialize in treating mood disorders, like anxiety and depression, in teenagers and adults.
You are one step closer to a new you! I enjoy helping adolescent and adult clients find solutions through a balance of support and challenge. When you're on my couch, I work as hard as you do. I believe in helping you change your thoughts to change your feelings to change your behaviors which will change your life! I have worked in a variety of settings: an inpatient psychiatric hospital, public schools, residential treatment, EAP and private practice. I can help you reach your potential!
(704) 870-4678 View (704) 870-4678
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Tiaira Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
As a seasoned therapist with over 13 years of clinical mental health experience, I specialize in supporting individuals who have faced traumas and many other stressors life may bring. My passion lies in helping clients overcome life's challenges using evidence-based interventions like TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, and attachment-based tools. In my practice, I work closely with children and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Witnessing my clients grow and confidently navigating their healing journeys brings me immense joy.
As a seasoned therapist with over 13 years of clinical mental health experience, I specialize in supporting individuals who have faced traumas and many other stressors life may bring. My passion lies in helping clients overcome life's challenges using evidence-based interventions like TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, and attachment-based tools. In my practice, I work closely with children and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Witnessing my clients grow and confidently navigating their healing journeys brings me immense joy.
(704) 610-4571 View (704) 610-4571
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Jennifer Leddy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Are you having a tough time? You are not alone. Many people are struggling right now. They are experiencing anxiety and depression. They are feeling overwhelmed, stuck and hopeless. They are having difficulty at home, school or work. They are coping with grief and loss. They are feeling unwell in their body with one or more health related issues. They can't sleep. They are unhappy in their relationships. They don't have a close friend. They are feeling isolated and disconnected. They come seeking therapy to help address a specific symptom, problem or issue. Often, they are simply seeking to feel less alone.
Are you having a tough time? You are not alone. Many people are struggling right now. They are experiencing anxiety and depression. They are feeling overwhelmed, stuck and hopeless. They are having difficulty at home, school or work. They are coping with grief and loss. They are feeling unwell in their body with one or more health related issues. They can't sleep. They are unhappy in their relationships. They don't have a close friend. They are feeling isolated and disconnected. They come seeking therapy to help address a specific symptom, problem or issue. Often, they are simply seeking to feel less alone.
(704) 550-4703 View (704) 550-4703
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Kristina Mathews Acosta
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCAS, LCMHC, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
We specialize in trauma, grief, troubled teens, adults, anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, wellness, and addiction for all ages.
Does life seem a bit overwhelming? Does your mind keep racing and are you having trouble sleeping? Do you feel down? Do you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? If you or your loved one have answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone, we can help! It is normal to have obstacles occur as we travel through life, but when it starts to interfere with our daily living we may experience frustration, sadness, confusion, and uneasiness. Getting help with these issues may lead to a more fulfilling life for you. Together, you and I will work together to meet your individual goals.
We specialize in trauma, grief, troubled teens, adults, anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, wellness, and addiction for all ages.
Does life seem a bit overwhelming? Does your mind keep racing and are you having trouble sleeping? Do you feel down? Do you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? If you or your loved one have answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone, we can help! It is normal to have obstacles occur as we travel through life, but when it starts to interfere with our daily living we may experience frustration, sadness, confusion, and uneasiness. Getting help with these issues may lead to a more fulfilling life for you. Together, you and I will work together to meet your individual goals.
(704) 286-6227 View (704) 286-6227
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Aditi Patel
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105  (Online Only)
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who suffer with anxiety, depression, anger management, and adjustment issues, to name a few.
As a professional counselor, YOU are my focus. I view counseling as a series of small stepping-stones, each representing success, when joined together, provide a path for change. Teamwork is the most important foundation in counseling. I am here to help guide you towards meeting goals and resolving challenges that life throws at you. As your therapist I aim to work with you to overcome any obstacles that you are facing in your life and embark with you on your journey. It is my hope that throughout our time together, you will create a path towards understanding and being able to resolve your own obstacles and challenges.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who suffer with anxiety, depression, anger management, and adjustment issues, to name a few.
As a professional counselor, YOU are my focus. I view counseling as a series of small stepping-stones, each representing success, when joined together, provide a path for change. Teamwork is the most important foundation in counseling. I am here to help guide you towards meeting goals and resolving challenges that life throws at you. As your therapist I aim to work with you to overcome any obstacles that you are facing in your life and embark with you on your journey. It is my hope that throughout our time together, you will create a path towards understanding and being able to resolve your own obstacles and challenges.
(980) 399-4597 View (980) 399-4597
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Katie Laney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Katie’s areas of expertise include depression and mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief/loss, relationships, life transitions, psychosocial stressors, and treated individuals with HIV and chronic medical conditions.
Katie has experience working as an outpatient psychotherapist in community medical settings, non-profit agencies, and substance abuse treatment facilities. Through the therapy process, Katie works with patients to promote emotional well-being, self-awareness, and better overall growth and development.
Katie’s areas of expertise include depression and mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief/loss, relationships, life transitions, psychosocial stressors, and treated individuals with HIV and chronic medical conditions.
Katie has experience working as an outpatient psychotherapist in community medical settings, non-profit agencies, and substance abuse treatment facilities. Through the therapy process, Katie works with patients to promote emotional well-being, self-awareness, and better overall growth and development.
(704) 459-3609 x4 View (704) 459-3609 x4
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Heather Bartlett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105  (Online Only)
I am a compassionate and creative Clinical Social Worker committed to the transformative power of imagination and relationship in therapy. I believe in the inherent dignity and strength of every person, empowering my clients to trust their worthiness as we navigate this complex journey we call life! My person-centered approach meets clients where they are, working together to address negative patterns with empathy and learning coping tools for stress management. I specialize in depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, addiction, complex family systems and SMI.
I am a compassionate and creative Clinical Social Worker committed to the transformative power of imagination and relationship in therapy. I believe in the inherent dignity and strength of every person, empowering my clients to trust their worthiness as we navigate this complex journey we call life! My person-centered approach meets clients where they are, working together to address negative patterns with empathy and learning coping tools for stress management. I specialize in depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, addiction, complex family systems and SMI.
(980) 998-9666 View (980) 998-9666
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Gabrielle Troutman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
I have a passion for helping people learning to manage chronic mental or physical health conditions. I have 7 years of experience as a social worker, and 3 years of experience as a mental health therapist. I enjoy helping people with anxiety, depression, and OCD, as well as chronic health conditions. I have experience working with people with conditions. I want to help people experience life to the fullest despite any diagnoses they may have by learning coping skills and managing physical and mental symptoms.
I have a passion for helping people learning to manage chronic mental or physical health conditions. I have 7 years of experience as a social worker, and 3 years of experience as a mental health therapist. I enjoy helping people with anxiety, depression, and OCD, as well as chronic health conditions. I have experience working with people with conditions. I want to help people experience life to the fullest despite any diagnoses they may have by learning coping skills and managing physical and mental symptoms.
(704) 286-9181 View (704) 286-9181
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Pam Lassiter
Counselor, PhD, LMHCS, LMFT, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Mental and emotional wellness is important in this hectic world today. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, & Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with 35 years of counseling experience. My practice serves individuals, couples, and families who are seeking assistance with a wide array of concerns including life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and grief and loss. I am an LGBTQ affirming counselor. I can help with trauma issues using techniques like EMDR. My specialties include couples counseling, adult children of alcoholics issues, and women's issues.
Mental and emotional wellness is important in this hectic world today. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, & Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with 35 years of counseling experience. My practice serves individuals, couples, and families who are seeking assistance with a wide array of concerns including life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and grief and loss. I am an LGBTQ affirming counselor. I can help with trauma issues using techniques like EMDR. My specialties include couples counseling, adult children of alcoholics issues, and women's issues.
(704) 259-7132 View (704) 259-7132
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Andrea Weaver
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Andrea received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Andrea has experience in outpatient therapy and inpatient substance abuse treatment. Andrea works with adolescents and adults. Andrea enjoys working with clients experiencing a wide variety of issues including anxiety, mood disorders, substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and trauma. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as her primary theoretical orientations to help clients work toward consistently living out their values no matter their life circumstances.
Andrea received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Andrea has experience in outpatient therapy and inpatient substance abuse treatment. Andrea works with adolescents and adults. Andrea enjoys working with clients experiencing a wide variety of issues including anxiety, mood disorders, substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and trauma. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as her primary theoretical orientations to help clients work toward consistently living out their values no matter their life circumstances.
(704) 200-9335 View (704) 200-9335
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Jackie Quartuccio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
My counseling experience includes working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have provided counseling assistance for various issues including depression, anxiety, adoption, pregnancy, women's issues, parenting skills, pre-marital counseling, and issues related to domestic violence. I have expertise in Christian counseling and can incorporate faith to whatever degree you are comfortable.
My counseling experience includes working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have provided counseling assistance for various issues including depression, anxiety, adoption, pregnancy, women's issues, parenting skills, pre-marital counseling, and issues related to domestic violence. I have expertise in Christian counseling and can incorporate faith to whatever degree you are comfortable.
(980) 294-3779 View (980) 294-3779
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Katrina (Max) Sutton
Counselor, LCMHCA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Have you been holding onto a burden since you were a child or a young adult? Are you ready to grow into the person you want to be and utilize the skills needed to cope with life’s difficulties? Do you want a counselor to see you for who you really are and give you a safe space to work through any concerns you bring to counseling? As a genderfluid counselor, I can help you onto the path to true healing whether that be from PTSD, C-PTSD, and trauma-related concerns, dissociation, LGBTQIA+ issues, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, etc.
Have you been holding onto a burden since you were a child or a young adult? Are you ready to grow into the person you want to be and utilize the skills needed to cope with life’s difficulties? Do you want a counselor to see you for who you really are and give you a safe space to work through any concerns you bring to counseling? As a genderfluid counselor, I can help you onto the path to true healing whether that be from PTSD, C-PTSD, and trauma-related concerns, dissociation, LGBTQIA+ issues, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, etc.
(704) 286-1307 View (704) 286-1307
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Leanna Smith
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS-A, MS
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105  (Online Only)
My specialties are anxiety and depression, however I also focus on helping individuals process through childhood traumas, repairing self-images, establishing self-love, redirecting anger, amongst other life concepts.
Everything you are going through will be a memory one day. So how will you remember this time? I'm here to help you navigate through your life experiences and help to provide insight on how to manage challenges to the best of your ability. I'm a licensed counselor with experience working with many individuals of very different histories, ages, challenges and outlooks on life. My main approach to therapy is Person-Centered, however I feel that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is also rooted in everything that I do when partnering with clients.
My specialties are anxiety and depression, however I also focus on helping individuals process through childhood traumas, repairing self-images, establishing self-love, redirecting anger, amongst other life concepts.
Everything you are going through will be a memory one day. So how will you remember this time? I'm here to help you navigate through your life experiences and help to provide insight on how to manage challenges to the best of your ability. I'm a licensed counselor with experience working with many individuals of very different histories, ages, challenges and outlooks on life. My main approach to therapy is Person-Centered, however I feel that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is also rooted in everything that I do when partnering with clients.
(704) 459-8416 View (704) 459-8416
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Brandy Kirby Shott
Counselor, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
I am committed to building a relationship with you in order to navigate your story. My counseling style is conversational and direct, balanced with genuine care in order to collaborate and assist you with rewriting your story and achieving your goals. I love working with adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples. Some of my specialties include trauma, anxiety, codependency, attachment, and life transitions. I believe that each of us has a wisdom within to heal; together we will help you connect with your own inner wisdom to experience wellness.
I am committed to building a relationship with you in order to navigate your story. My counseling style is conversational and direct, balanced with genuine care in order to collaborate and assist you with rewriting your story and achieving your goals. I love working with adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples. Some of my specialties include trauma, anxiety, codependency, attachment, and life transitions. I believe that each of us has a wisdom within to heal; together we will help you connect with your own inner wisdom to experience wellness.
(704) 804-0810 View (704) 804-0810
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Glenda Vinson-Nnaji
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHCS, LCAS, LPC
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Other specialty areas include Anxiety, depression, trauma, Substance Use, ADHD, and gender identity issues.
My specialty areas include Trauma Resolution, Anxiety and Depression management, and ADHD. I take pride in helping individuals find solutions to difficulties they encounter to live happy healthy lives. My therapeutic style is empathetic and warm while focused on building on clients' strengths to help them heal from the past and find solutions for the future. My overall goal in therapy is to help clients acknowledge their problems and then focus on positive solutions that allow them to feel better and do better.
Other specialty areas include Anxiety, depression, trauma, Substance Use, ADHD, and gender identity issues.
My specialty areas include Trauma Resolution, Anxiety and Depression management, and ADHD. I take pride in helping individuals find solutions to difficulties they encounter to live happy healthy lives. My therapeutic style is empathetic and warm while focused on building on clients' strengths to help them heal from the past and find solutions for the future. My overall goal in therapy is to help clients acknowledge their problems and then focus on positive solutions that allow them to feel better and do better.
(704) 769-2607 View (704) 769-2607
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.