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Lanie Wilkinson (Sumlin)
Licensed Professional Counselor Canidate, MA, LPCC, RDN, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80123  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Lanie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. My passion lies in empowering adults to nurture their sense of self-worth, foster autonomy, and cultivate meaningful connections by embracing their most authentic selves. My hope is to offer unwavering support as you navigate the complexities that arise from pursuing eating disorder recovery, managing anxiety and depression, or healing from the impact of trauma.
Hello! My name is Lanie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. My passion lies in empowering adults to nurture their sense of self-worth, foster autonomy, and cultivate meaningful connections by embracing their most authentic selves. My hope is to offer unwavering support as you navigate the complexities that arise from pursuing eating disorder recovery, managing anxiety and depression, or healing from the impact of trauma.
(720) 664-5680 View (720) 664-5680
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Hilary Horrigan
MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80123
Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I’ll help you manage stress and anxiety and help you connect with your innate capabilities.
You try to sleep, but your thoughts spin through a million anxious interactions from your day. You ruminate over horrible scenarios, real and imagined, with a sense of doom hanging over your head. You find yourself scrolling on your phone, losing time, and not feeling any better, and often times, even worse. You look at the clock and already dread the next day, knowing you’ll be starting off completely exhausted. You pummel yourself with criticism and wonder why life seems so much harder for you than everyone else. If your life sounds something like this, let's talk.
Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I’ll help you manage stress and anxiety and help you connect with your innate capabilities.
You try to sleep, but your thoughts spin through a million anxious interactions from your day. You ruminate over horrible scenarios, real and imagined, with a sense of doom hanging over your head. You find yourself scrolling on your phone, losing time, and not feeling any better, and often times, even worse. You look at the clock and already dread the next day, knowing you’ll be starting off completely exhausted. You pummel yourself with criticism and wonder why life seems so much harder for you than everyone else. If your life sounds something like this, let's talk.
(720) 637-2832 View (720) 637-2832
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Nicole Hornstra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80123
I am a Christian therapist mainly working with young women struggling with anxiety, relational stressors, body image issues, and disordered eating.
Are you tired of the constant thoughts racing through your head? Thoughts of daily responsibilities, relationship stressors, navigating life transitions, body image insecurities and food, and general anxieties. Maybe you feel okay for the most part, but you have a loved one in your life who struggles with a mental illness and you need someone to talk to about the rollercoaster you experience. You have some people in your life that you can talk to sometimes, but that only gives some temporary relief. Therapy is the perfect place to show up as you are and learn some skills to feel more balance in your life.
I am a Christian therapist mainly working with young women struggling with anxiety, relational stressors, body image issues, and disordered eating.
Are you tired of the constant thoughts racing through your head? Thoughts of daily responsibilities, relationship stressors, navigating life transitions, body image insecurities and food, and general anxieties. Maybe you feel okay for the most part, but you have a loved one in your life who struggles with a mental illness and you need someone to talk to about the rollercoaster you experience. You have some people in your life that you can talk to sometimes, but that only gives some temporary relief. Therapy is the perfect place to show up as you are and learn some skills to feel more balance in your life.
(720) 664-8517 View (720) 664-8517
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Lorena Urrutia
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80123  (Online Only)
Being a human is hard and you’ve taken that courageous first step in seeking therapy. My goal is to help you build skills and gain insights that enable a connection with your core values, fostering a life of fulfillment and meaning. My areas of specialty include eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I provide a collaborative space to help you achieve your goals while bringing compassion, warmth, and curiosity to our work together. Through tele-therapy, I extend my services to clients in Colorado, Florida, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and Montana.
Being a human is hard and you’ve taken that courageous first step in seeking therapy. My goal is to help you build skills and gain insights that enable a connection with your core values, fostering a life of fulfillment and meaning. My areas of specialty include eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I provide a collaborative space to help you achieve your goals while bringing compassion, warmth, and curiosity to our work together. Through tele-therapy, I extend my services to clients in Colorado, Florida, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and Montana.
(720) 605-6268 View (720) 605-6268
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Barbara Pauley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80123
Starting with a new therapist can be daunting. I offer a warm and caring environment in which you and I work together as a team to help you create a richer more meaningful life. My passion is to help women nurture joy and renewal in their lives, to heal old hurts, and to gain control over symptoms. My approach is practical, goal driven, and trauma sensitive. Most people I see are dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma or relationship issues. We can't change our circumstances, but we can find hope in them. Bring your spirituality and faith, they are powerful tools!
Starting with a new therapist can be daunting. I offer a warm and caring environment in which you and I work together as a team to help you create a richer more meaningful life. My passion is to help women nurture joy and renewal in their lives, to heal old hurts, and to gain control over symptoms. My approach is practical, goal driven, and trauma sensitive. Most people I see are dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma or relationship issues. We can't change our circumstances, but we can find hope in them. Bring your spirituality and faith, they are powerful tools!
(720) 640-7680 View (720) 640-7680
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Greg Prince
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
Greg works with a variety of folks but specializes in working with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, mid and late life transitions.
Greg Prince is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2006. He is a graduate of the University of Colorado, Denver, with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education.
Greg works with a variety of folks but specializes in working with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, mid and late life transitions.
Greg Prince is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2006. He is a graduate of the University of Colorado, Denver, with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education.
(720) 776-1312 View (720) 776-1312
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Julia Timmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80123
Julia works with teens, young adults and adults. Her specialities include ADHD, anxiety, athletic performance enhancement, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, relationships (conflict, break ups, attachment issues, isolation), substance use and trauma.
Julia works with teens, young adults and adults. Her specialities include ADHD, anxiety, athletic performance enhancement, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, relationships (conflict, break ups, attachment issues, isolation), substance use and trauma.
(720) 605-4791 View (720) 605-4791
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Joni Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
I have an established history of experience assisting adults who are working through life adjustment and transition issues. These struggles can manifest in symptoms of anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, isolation and fear. I believe in establishing a safe and supportive therapeutic setting where clients can build upon their strengths and resilience to enhance self-esteem, develop coping skills and create healthy support systems - tools that allow us to heal and move through challenging periods in life.
I have an established history of experience assisting adults who are working through life adjustment and transition issues. These struggles can manifest in symptoms of anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, isolation and fear. I believe in establishing a safe and supportive therapeutic setting where clients can build upon their strengths and resilience to enhance self-esteem, develop coping skills and create healthy support systems - tools that allow us to heal and move through challenging periods in life.
(720) 712-2854 View (720) 712-2854
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Chelsea Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
Chelsea works with ages 18 and up. When you're in session with Chelsea, you'll enjoy her person-centered, calm and empathetic approach. You'll also feel comforted by her sense of humor and encouragement to use their own sense of humor during sessions. You'll feel encouraged and motivated to meet your goals. Chelsea can help clients overcome a multitude of issues, including those stemming from low self-esteem, later life transitions, couples challenges, unhealthy relationships, grief and loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, stress, anger management and depression and anxiety.
Chelsea works with ages 18 and up. When you're in session with Chelsea, you'll enjoy her person-centered, calm and empathetic approach. You'll also feel comforted by her sense of humor and encouragement to use their own sense of humor during sessions. You'll feel encouraged and motivated to meet your goals. Chelsea can help clients overcome a multitude of issues, including those stemming from low self-esteem, later life transitions, couples challenges, unhealthy relationships, grief and loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, stress, anger management and depression and anxiety.
(720) 776-2459 View (720) 776-2459
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Ronald Jason Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
Building upon your strengths in creativity, mindfulness, and compassion, I work with you to explore new ways to deal with the obstacles ( anxiety, creative block, depression, losses, relationship problems, stress, and etc.) in your life. I provide individual therapy and creative coaching, discovering the best approach with you to partner and align with your values, so you achieve your goals in living a more balanced and meaningful life at home, at school, with friends, at work, and in your community.
Building upon your strengths in creativity, mindfulness, and compassion, I work with you to explore new ways to deal with the obstacles ( anxiety, creative block, depression, losses, relationship problems, stress, and etc.) in your life. I provide individual therapy and creative coaching, discovering the best approach with you to partner and align with your values, so you achieve your goals in living a more balanced and meaningful life at home, at school, with friends, at work, and in your community.
(844) 996-0878 View (844) 996-0878
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Littleton Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
I am an experiential therapist, providing counseling for children, families, adults and couples. I specialize in anxiety, parenting, relationship issues, trauma, communication, and stress reduction. I have owned my private practice for several years in a comfortable private office in Littleton. I am very down to earth and believe in the power of short term strength based counseling to help you find peace in your life as quickly as possible. Choosing the right therapist can be a difficult decision and I look forward to answering any questions you may have.
I am an experiential therapist, providing counseling for children, families, adults and couples. I specialize in anxiety, parenting, relationship issues, trauma, communication, and stress reduction. I have owned my private practice for several years in a comfortable private office in Littleton. I am very down to earth and believe in the power of short term strength based counseling to help you find peace in your life as quickly as possible. Choosing the right therapist can be a difficult decision and I look forward to answering any questions you may have.
(720) 709-1280 View (720) 709-1280
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Laura Trapani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist in the greater Denver area. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and emerging adulthood individuals dealing with trauma anxiety, depression, and various life stressors. I am passionate about a collaborative and behavior-centered approach to therapy. I believe that our minds are our most powerful tool, and that a shift in perspective can lead to great changes in life. I have experience working with those desiring help with issues related to: Trauma, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Mood management, and Pre- and Postpartum issues.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist in the greater Denver area. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and emerging adulthood individuals dealing with trauma anxiety, depression, and various life stressors. I am passionate about a collaborative and behavior-centered approach to therapy. I believe that our minds are our most powerful tool, and that a shift in perspective can lead to great changes in life. I have experience working with those desiring help with issues related to: Trauma, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Mood management, and Pre- and Postpartum issues.
(720) 790-3845 View (720) 790-3845
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Brittany Shoemaker
Psychologist, BA, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80123
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating the effects of trauma, though I also have comprehensive training and experience working with a number of other mood and anxiety disorders.
Life experiences and circumstances shape us. They impact the way we see and relate to ourselves, others and the world in general. This impact, however, is not always positive or helpful. In fact, sometimes it leads to some pretty significant suffering. Do you criticize yourself for the choices you made, or didn’t make in the past, and feel a sense of guilt or shame as a result? Have you become so distrustful or angry, that you find yourself in constant fear, or conflict with those that you love the most? Do you believe that things will never change, and that you are doomed to feel pain forever? I can help you.
I specialize in treating the effects of trauma, though I also have comprehensive training and experience working with a number of other mood and anxiety disorders.
Life experiences and circumstances shape us. They impact the way we see and relate to ourselves, others and the world in general. This impact, however, is not always positive or helpful. In fact, sometimes it leads to some pretty significant suffering. Do you criticize yourself for the choices you made, or didn’t make in the past, and feel a sense of guilt or shame as a result? Have you become so distrustful or angry, that you find yourself in constant fear, or conflict with those that you love the most? Do you believe that things will never change, and that you are doomed to feel pain forever? I can help you.
(720) 806-9337 View (720) 806-9337
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Dale Wightman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80123  (Online Only)
Dale helps adults and youth to manage their moods, anxiety and anger, heal from trauma and loss, repair relationships, and reach important decisions. Dale is understanding, easy to talk to and creative at drawing out new alternatives. He will help you to weigh options, reach decisions and make new choices that will take you in a better direction. You may see in yourself the potential of building the courage and boldness to restore and strengthen relationships, enjoy a sense of wellbeing, accept success, earn happiness, embrace growth, and pursue excellence.
Dale helps adults and youth to manage their moods, anxiety and anger, heal from trauma and loss, repair relationships, and reach important decisions. Dale is understanding, easy to talk to and creative at drawing out new alternatives. He will help you to weigh options, reach decisions and make new choices that will take you in a better direction. You may see in yourself the potential of building the courage and boldness to restore and strengthen relationships, enjoy a sense of wellbeing, accept success, earn happiness, embrace growth, and pursue excellence.
(720) 463-1078 View (720) 463-1078
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Whitney Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
Anxiety and depression keep us from finding joy in the big and small moments of our lives. Often, we are our own worst enemy. If we can rein in our thoughts and see accurately what we are capable of, then we can move towards realizing our potential. Additionally, grief is not well understood in our culture. Finding someone who can sit with you in it is challenging. We often put unhealthy expectations on ourselves to “get over it” or “move on.” Secondary losses add extra weight until it feels unbearable. And yet the path to healing requires the brave decision to walk through the darkness of grief.
Anxiety and depression keep us from finding joy in the big and small moments of our lives. Often, we are our own worst enemy. If we can rein in our thoughts and see accurately what we are capable of, then we can move towards realizing our potential. Additionally, grief is not well understood in our culture. Finding someone who can sit with you in it is challenging. We often put unhealthy expectations on ourselves to “get over it” or “move on.” Secondary losses add extra weight until it feels unbearable. And yet the path to healing requires the brave decision to walk through the darkness of grief.
(720) 637-5771 View (720) 637-5771
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Edvina LeBoeuf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
I enjoy working with individuals who want to be more present, build more mental bandwidth, and spend less time worrying.
I guide clients in discovering and identifying the root causes of some of their worries and distress. When we work on addressing the source of the current and past issues, we are able to make positive changes in our lives and develop strategies together. My approach is to adapt to your unique needs. We don’t always have control of how we got where we are, but we can work together to take control of our lives. My goal is to help you discover your most true and wise self.
I enjoy working with individuals who want to be more present, build more mental bandwidth, and spend less time worrying.
I guide clients in discovering and identifying the root causes of some of their worries and distress. When we work on addressing the source of the current and past issues, we are able to make positive changes in our lives and develop strategies together. My approach is to adapt to your unique needs. We don’t always have control of how we got where we are, but we can work together to take control of our lives. My goal is to help you discover your most true and wise self.
(720) 706-1229 View (720) 706-1229
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Camryn Oneill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80123  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Camryn! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, and I’m passionate about helping people who are struggling with anxiety, isolation, and low self-esteem. I work with clients to better understand their past and present situations, aiming to create a more balanced and empowering future. The majority of my practice focuses on supporting those dealing with relationship imbalances, isolation, social challenges, unhappiness, anxiety, unfulfilled aspirations, and a tendency to people-please.
Hi, my name is Camryn! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, and I’m passionate about helping people who are struggling with anxiety, isolation, and low self-esteem. I work with clients to better understand their past and present situations, aiming to create a more balanced and empowering future. The majority of my practice focuses on supporting those dealing with relationship imbalances, isolation, social challenges, unhappiness, anxiety, unfulfilled aspirations, and a tendency to people-please.
(720) 571-8609 View (720) 571-8609
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Julie Gelwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Welcome to my private pratice! I have been providing psychotherapy to individuals and families since 1997. I currently work with adolescents and adults. I believe in using a strengths-based approach to help empower clients to achieve their goals and make significant, positive changes in their lives. I provide a warm, caring environment for clients to explore, clarify, and resolve their issues. You will receive support, feedback, and suggestions from me as you go through this process. I have an eclectic style in which I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral techniques, solution focused, systems theory, and psychodynamic approaches, depending on my clients' needs.
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Welcome to my private pratice! I have been providing psychotherapy to individuals and families since 1997. I currently work with adolescents and adults. I believe in using a strengths-based approach to help empower clients to achieve their goals and make significant, positive changes in their lives. I provide a warm, caring environment for clients to explore, clarify, and resolve their issues. You will receive support, feedback, and suggestions from me as you go through this process. I have an eclectic style in which I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral techniques, solution focused, systems theory, and psychodynamic approaches, depending on my clients' needs.
(720) 608-5857 View (720) 608-5857
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Amanda Bagwell
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPC
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship/marital/premarital issues, Social isolation, Trauma, Life transitions/life events, Self esteem, Stress, Panic, Family conflict, Sexual abuse/sexual trauma, Physical abuse;.
Amanda works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Amanda believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship/marital/premarital issues, Social isolation, Trauma, Life transitions/life events, Self esteem, Stress, Panic, Family conflict, Sexual abuse/sexual trauma, Physical abuse;.
Amanda works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Amanda believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
(303) 997-1683 View (303) 997-1683
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Alyssa Fieseler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80123
Alyssa's main areas of focus include complex trauma, family disruption (specializing in domestic violence), attachment struggles (specializing in foster care and post-adoption difficulties), parenting support/psychoeducation, anxiety, and depression.
Alyssa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in the field since 2014, working with clients age 3-65+. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver, with a specialization in Children and Youth: Risks and Healthy Development. She also holds a certificate in Animal Assisted Social Work. Alyssa believes we are all wired for connection and deserving of healthy and wholesome lives. With Alyssa, you or your child will work to heal parts of self that feel lost or broken and will learn the art and power of self-compassion, emotional insight, and acceptance.
Alyssa's main areas of focus include complex trauma, family disruption (specializing in domestic violence), attachment struggles (specializing in foster care and post-adoption difficulties), parenting support/psychoeducation, anxiety, and depression.
Alyssa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in the field since 2014, working with clients age 3-65+. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver, with a specialization in Children and Youth: Risks and Healthy Development. She also holds a certificate in Animal Assisted Social Work. Alyssa believes we are all wired for connection and deserving of healthy and wholesome lives. With Alyssa, you or your child will work to heal parts of self that feel lost or broken and will learn the art and power of self-compassion, emotional insight, and acceptance.
(720) 712-2646 View (720) 712-2646
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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.