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Elizabeth Boudreau Boyer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I help adults overcome burnout, anxiety, depression & traumatic experiences so they can get un-stuck and start living life the way they want to.
Feeling stuck? You know something that happened in the past is affecting you, but you aren’t sure what to do about it. You’ve tried figuring things out and moving forward on your own. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before, sorted through things with your friends, or read self-help books. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or on-edge and you suspect - or know - that it’s related to something that happened in your past. Are you ready for things to change?
I help adults overcome burnout, anxiety, depression & traumatic experiences so they can get un-stuck and start living life the way they want to.
Feeling stuck? You know something that happened in the past is affecting you, but you aren’t sure what to do about it. You’ve tried figuring things out and moving forward on your own. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before, sorted through things with your friends, or read self-help books. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or on-edge and you suspect - or know - that it’s related to something that happened in your past. Are you ready for things to change?
(214) 544-9739 View (214) 544-9739
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Chris Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, Autism, defiant teens & children, as well as family training in conflict management.
I believe parents possess tremendous power to influence their child's well-being. By just "Tuning up" our parenting a bit, we can tremendously benefit our child's behavior and emotional well-being. My objective is to help individuals, couples, and families to move through conflicts and navigate difficult situations. With my support, we will work together to help your child and/or adolescents learn how to regulate themselves, reverse problem behaviors, and feel empowered.
I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, Autism, defiant teens & children, as well as family training in conflict management.
I believe parents possess tremendous power to influence their child's well-being. By just "Tuning up" our parenting a bit, we can tremendously benefit our child's behavior and emotional well-being. My objective is to help individuals, couples, and families to move through conflicts and navigate difficult situations. With my support, we will work together to help your child and/or adolescents learn how to regulate themselves, reverse problem behaviors, and feel empowered.
(214) 251-4004 View (214) 251-4004
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Angela Tucker
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
Life can often present challenges that leave us feeling alone, disconnected, or overwhelmed. However, I firmly believe that everyone deserves support and guidance during difficult times. My expertise lies in assisting individuals facing depression, anxiety, grief, and loss, as well as those seeking help with stress management, relationship issues, and transitions in life stages. Whether you're navigating relationship issues, coping with stress and anxiety, or seeking personal growth, I am here to offer you a safe space for healing and transformation.
Life can often present challenges that leave us feeling alone, disconnected, or overwhelmed. However, I firmly believe that everyone deserves support and guidance during difficult times. My expertise lies in assisting individuals facing depression, anxiety, grief, and loss, as well as those seeking help with stress management, relationship issues, and transitions in life stages. Whether you're navigating relationship issues, coping with stress and anxiety, or seeking personal growth, I am here to offer you a safe space for healing and transformation.
(682) 204-9746 View (682) 204-9746
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Yakira Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, QHMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
I am skilled in working with teens, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, PTSD, depression, and manic episodes.
I believe that each individual comes with a different story and that it takes time and patience to understand and help them in the best way possible. I assist my clients by incorporating techniques that will best suit their needs. My goal is to ensure that each client gets the most out of every short or long-term session by taking away information needed to help them throughout their lifetime.
I am skilled in working with teens, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, PTSD, depression, and manic episodes.
I believe that each individual comes with a different story and that it takes time and patience to understand and help them in the best way possible. I assist my clients by incorporating techniques that will best suit their needs. My goal is to ensure that each client gets the most out of every short or long-term session by taking away information needed to help them throughout their lifetime.
(214) 241-4232 View (214) 241-4232
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Karina Cole
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
If you are struggling with anxiety or dealing with a major event in your life, I can help.
You know how sometimes we examine our situation and wonder how it is that we got here? There's so much going on in the world today. In examining our current state we can experience a mixture of emotions: fear, frustration, and a longing for something different. This is normal. However, sometimes these feelings can become more overwhelming than we would like, and they begin to affect us in different areas of our life such as work, family, and relationships.
If you are struggling with anxiety or dealing with a major event in your life, I can help.
You know how sometimes we examine our situation and wonder how it is that we got here? There's so much going on in the world today. In examining our current state we can experience a mixture of emotions: fear, frustration, and a longing for something different. This is normal. However, sometimes these feelings can become more overwhelming than we would like, and they begin to affect us in different areas of our life such as work, family, and relationships.
(214) 239-0978 View (214) 239-0978
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Jené C Mullenger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I work with patients on issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, and family conflict.
When life gets messy, the path forward can be difficult to see. To help navigate these circumstances, I use an integrative approach to therapy based on what benefits each unique individual or family the most. It is always my goal to provide a safe and compassionate counseling environment, creating a space of openness and honesty without fear of any judgment. It brings me joy to see those who have entrusted me with their care overcome obstacles that once blocked their path forward.
I work with patients on issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, and family conflict.
When life gets messy, the path forward can be difficult to see. To help navigate these circumstances, I use an integrative approach to therapy based on what benefits each unique individual or family the most. It is always my goal to provide a safe and compassionate counseling environment, creating a space of openness and honesty without fear of any judgment. It brings me joy to see those who have entrusted me with their care overcome obstacles that once blocked their path forward.
(214) 997-6665 View (214) 997-6665
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Sky Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Sky utilizes her knowledge and expertise to address anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, pre/postpartum, personality and mood disorders, life transitions, self-esteem/confidence, stress management, suicidal thoughts, and eating disorders.
Sky received her Masters in Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. She has over 4 years of experience working with clients ranging from 6 to 73 years old. Sky is passionate about helping her clients grow into who they want to be by walking alongside them and creating a lasting, foundational relationship. She meets her clients where they’re at and aims to provide an open, calm and welcoming environment. Sky specializes in sports therapy and loves helping athletes reach their full potential. She also enjoys working with adolescents who are navigating critical changes in their life.
Sky utilizes her knowledge and expertise to address anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, pre/postpartum, personality and mood disorders, life transitions, self-esteem/confidence, stress management, suicidal thoughts, and eating disorders.
Sky received her Masters in Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. She has over 4 years of experience working with clients ranging from 6 to 73 years old. Sky is passionate about helping her clients grow into who they want to be by walking alongside them and creating a lasting, foundational relationship. She meets her clients where they’re at and aims to provide an open, calm and welcoming environment. Sky specializes in sports therapy and loves helping athletes reach their full potential. She also enjoys working with adolescents who are navigating critical changes in their life.
(469) 746-3230 View (469) 746-3230
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Hope In Motion, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCATP
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I received my B.S in Clinical/Applied Psychology and my M.S in Clinical/Applied Psychology from Texas A&M University-Commerce. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Throughout my career, I have had experience working with adolescents (16+) and young adults who have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, gender/identity struggles, and life adjustment stressors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I received my B.S in Clinical/Applied Psychology and my M.S in Clinical/Applied Psychology from Texas A&M University-Commerce. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Throughout my career, I have had experience working with adolescents (16+) and young adults who have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, gender/identity struggles, and life adjustment stressors.
(214) 865-7553 View (214) 865-7553
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Clayton Jech
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I also work with social skills when it somes to anxiety and awkwardness.
Every client has a story. I help my client explore their story, values and beliefs. I enjoy a client who likes to interact with these issues and want to work to see the "why" behind their beliefs and behaviors. I also enjoy clients who like to set goals for themselves and their relationships and are willing to work towards them.
I also work with social skills when it somes to anxiety and awkwardness.
Every client has a story. I help my client explore their story, values and beliefs. I enjoy a client who likes to interact with these issues and want to work to see the "why" behind their beliefs and behaviors. I also enjoy clients who like to set goals for themselves and their relationships and are willing to work towards them.
(972) 472-4930 View (972) 472-4930
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Amissa Sharrock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
Over 25 years clinical experience in helping adults struggling with workplace issues, everyday stressors, depression, anxiety/obsessive worry/panic attacks, relationship issues, divorce, unhealthy boundaries, toxic boss, job burnout, lack of work/life balance, conflict/criticism/difficult people, dysfunctional family, shame/guilt, healing past pain/hurts & losses, Trauma/PTSD, decreased self-esteem/confidence & chronic pain. I also have in-depth experience/insight into the specialized field of working with all types of First Responders & their family members related to the job, crisis situations, secondary trauma & family issues.
Over 25 years clinical experience in helping adults struggling with workplace issues, everyday stressors, depression, anxiety/obsessive worry/panic attacks, relationship issues, divorce, unhealthy boundaries, toxic boss, job burnout, lack of work/life balance, conflict/criticism/difficult people, dysfunctional family, shame/guilt, healing past pain/hurts & losses, Trauma/PTSD, decreased self-esteem/confidence & chronic pain. I also have in-depth experience/insight into the specialized field of working with all types of First Responders & their family members related to the job, crisis situations, secondary trauma & family issues.
(214) 817-2327 View (214) 817-2327
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Tara Trimble Lpc Associate Supervised By Brittany Lashua Lpc-S
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I primarily work with teens, adults, and couples on a wide range of counseling issues like: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders, Self-harm, PTSD, Marital Issues or Affairs, Sexual trauma, Grief/Loss, Divorce, Infertility/Miscarriage, and Child or Adult physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
Every person has a unique perspective and lived experience when coming into therapy. In understanding just how different each individual situation can be, I use a variety of treatment protocols to tailor a treatment plan that best fits your situation. My goal is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space for clients to explore and navigate their challenges. I believe that relief can often be found in processing your thoughts & by understanding what keeps you bound in unhealthy cycles.
I primarily work with teens, adults, and couples on a wide range of counseling issues like: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders, Self-harm, PTSD, Marital Issues or Affairs, Sexual trauma, Grief/Loss, Divorce, Infertility/Miscarriage, and Child or Adult physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
Every person has a unique perspective and lived experience when coming into therapy. In understanding just how different each individual situation can be, I use a variety of treatment protocols to tailor a treatment plan that best fits your situation. My goal is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space for clients to explore and navigate their challenges. I believe that relief can often be found in processing your thoughts & by understanding what keeps you bound in unhealthy cycles.
(469) 949-1235 View (469) 949-1235
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Ashley Payne Abernathy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience helping individuals walk through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and disappointments.
Hi! My name is Ashley Abernathy and I am excited to be able to offer counseling services to you. I believe in the process of counseling and I have seen the relief it can bring to those who are feeling overwhelmed, confused and exhausted. I provide a safe place to process a variety of concerns including disappointments, emotional pain, and sudden loss. My goals are to equip you with tools that will give you confidence to walk through whatever you are facing and to be a source of support along your journey. I believe that God has a plan for the pain in our lives and that there is hope for each of us.
I have experience helping individuals walk through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and disappointments.
Hi! My name is Ashley Abernathy and I am excited to be able to offer counseling services to you. I believe in the process of counseling and I have seen the relief it can bring to those who are feeling overwhelmed, confused and exhausted. I provide a safe place to process a variety of concerns including disappointments, emotional pain, and sudden loss. My goals are to equip you with tools that will give you confidence to walk through whatever you are facing and to be a source of support along your journey. I believe that God has a plan for the pain in our lives and that there is hope for each of us.
(214) 428-6505 View (214) 428-6505
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Esmeralda Guzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070  (Online Only)
I think it's important that you feel accepted and not have to worry about being judged.
Hey! I’m Esme, I’m a licensed professional counselor and my goal is to empower you to overcome vulnerabilities! Perhaps you have felt misunderstood, or even neglected by a previous mental health provider. Or if this is your first time seeking counseling, I want to assure you that my aim is to support you and understand you. In a safe comforted ambiance let’s work together to transform your life to the best version of you!
I think it's important that you feel accepted and not have to worry about being judged.
Hey! I’m Esme, I’m a licensed professional counselor and my goal is to empower you to overcome vulnerabilities! Perhaps you have felt misunderstood, or even neglected by a previous mental health provider. Or if this is your first time seeking counseling, I want to assure you that my aim is to support you and understand you. In a safe comforted ambiance let’s work together to transform your life to the best version of you!
(214) 628-7283 View (214) 628-7283
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Hope and Love Christian Counseling
LPC Associate, MA, NCC, EMDRtx
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I am EMDR trained and specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, coping skills, self-esteem building, and seasons of transition.
Hope Changes Everything! Together we will find the unique path to realignment in knowing you were already fearfully and wonderfully made. My therapeutic modality integrates a holistic, strength-based approach while utilizing body awareness, EMDR, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. All of which is a fancy way to say that I want to walk with you, right where you are, just as He made you.
I am EMDR trained and specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, coping skills, self-esteem building, and seasons of transition.
Hope Changes Everything! Together we will find the unique path to realignment in knowing you were already fearfully and wonderfully made. My therapeutic modality integrates a holistic, strength-based approach while utilizing body awareness, EMDR, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. All of which is a fancy way to say that I want to walk with you, right where you are, just as He made you.
(972) 458-3259 View (972) 458-3259
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Motivational Foundations, Inc. / Darleen Lortz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC, CART, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Are you wanting balance in your life? I actively work with adults & couples to address; Anxiety, Stress, Difficulty Coping, Relationships, Communication, Decision Making, Boundaries Setting, Divorce & Break Ups, Job Situations & Goal Setting. Learning what you have control over & effectively reality checking is important. Developing healthy boundaries together with learning what has been holding you back from achieving your goals in life as well as applying effective techniques is a critical part to changing situations & behaviors. I would like to explore with you what has been getting in the way.
Are you wanting balance in your life? I actively work with adults & couples to address; Anxiety, Stress, Difficulty Coping, Relationships, Communication, Decision Making, Boundaries Setting, Divorce & Break Ups, Job Situations & Goal Setting. Learning what you have control over & effectively reality checking is important. Developing healthy boundaries together with learning what has been holding you back from achieving your goals in life as well as applying effective techniques is a critical part to changing situations & behaviors. I would like to explore with you what has been getting in the way.
(972) 992-1356 View (972) 992-1356
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Alexsandra Kylie Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, and stress due to major life transitions.
Are you in need of some "Me Time"? Perhaps you are experiencing work-related stress, school-related stress, or increased responsibilities and conflicts within your family or social settings. Maybe you're a professional caregiver or family caregiver and trying to find a healthy work/life balance to decrease frustrations and burnout. No matter which category you fall into it can sometimes become overwhelming to say the least. You exert so much time and energy giving and being kind to others, which is great! I'm for it! But, listen up, "DON'T JUST BE KIND TO OTHERS, BE KIND TO YOURSELF"! In other words, self-care is important too.
I am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, and stress due to major life transitions.
Are you in need of some "Me Time"? Perhaps you are experiencing work-related stress, school-related stress, or increased responsibilities and conflicts within your family or social settings. Maybe you're a professional caregiver or family caregiver and trying to find a healthy work/life balance to decrease frustrations and burnout. No matter which category you fall into it can sometimes become overwhelming to say the least. You exert so much time and energy giving and being kind to others, which is great! I'm for it! But, listen up, "DON'T JUST BE KIND TO OTHERS, BE KIND TO YOURSELF"! In other words, self-care is important too.
(214) 614-8154 View (214) 614-8154
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Derek Atkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Derek has worked in the field of counseling for over 15 years helping clients work through concerns including depression, anxiety, and even self image. He has worked with military personnel, law enforcement, and the foster care system. Derek has significant experience in working with individuals and families struggling with addiction and utilizes a safe and warm environment to engage his clients in developing healthy strategies to work through their recovery and engage families in adapting to changes in the family dynamic.
Derek has worked in the field of counseling for over 15 years helping clients work through concerns including depression, anxiety, and even self image. He has worked with military personnel, law enforcement, and the foster care system. Derek has significant experience in working with individuals and families struggling with addiction and utilizes a safe and warm environment to engage his clients in developing healthy strategies to work through their recovery and engage families in adapting to changes in the family dynamic.
(972) 945-3177 View (972) 945-3177
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Creek Stone Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
My areas of focus are eating disorders, body image, prenatal and postpartum mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with general life stressors. I believe you deserve peace in your life and I would like to help you rebuild your inner strength and rediscover the balance you are searching for in life. I have worked in all levels of care for individuals who have eating disorders and my focus is to help you rebuild your relationship with food and with yourself.
My areas of focus are eating disorders, body image, prenatal and postpartum mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with general life stressors. I believe you deserve peace in your life and I would like to help you rebuild your inner strength and rediscover the balance you are searching for in life. I have worked in all levels of care for individuals who have eating disorders and my focus is to help you rebuild your relationship with food and with yourself.
(214) 761-6754 View (214) 761-6754
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Matt McKinney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
As a LPC, my job is to help you navigate: coping skills, premarital/ marriage counseling, communication, conflict resolution, divorce recovery, family conflict, identity, self-worth development, infidelity, life transitions, anger management, anxiety and fear, grief and loss, depression, personal growth, codependency, and pre-teens/teenagers.
My goal is to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to see how to best help in their time of need. I work hard to help provide hope to those who are hurting, and believe the only way to experience true change, is for God, to ultimately change a person's heart.
As a LPC, my job is to help you navigate: coping skills, premarital/ marriage counseling, communication, conflict resolution, divorce recovery, family conflict, identity, self-worth development, infidelity, life transitions, anger management, anxiety and fear, grief and loss, depression, personal growth, codependency, and pre-teens/teenagers.
My goal is to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to see how to best help in their time of need. I work hard to help provide hope to those who are hurting, and believe the only way to experience true change, is for God, to ultimately change a person's heart.
(972) 351-8547 View (972) 351-8547
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Narrative Works Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
I see clients for a variety of reasons including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, life changes, behavior difficulties, and other difficulties.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT. I have been providing therapeutic services to children, teens, adults, couples and families since 2000. I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can be supported in their efforts to change and grow as well as become reconnected to their strengths and dreams.
I see clients for a variety of reasons including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, life changes, behavior difficulties, and other difficulties.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT. I have been providing therapeutic services to children, teens, adults, couples and families since 2000. I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can be supported in their efforts to change and grow as well as become reconnected to their strengths and dreams.
(972) 810-7241 View (972) 810-7241
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.