Anxiety Therapists in Temecula, CA

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Krista Gerdts
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
My therapeutic approach works best for adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship struggles, coping skills, panic attacks, and sleep.
My name is Krista Gerdts, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) based in Santa Monica, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents and specialize in depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered, and Narrative Therapy to help my clients navigate the more difficult parts of life and live the lives they’ve always wanted.
My therapeutic approach works best for adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship struggles, coping skills, panic attacks, and sleep.
My name is Krista Gerdts, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) based in Santa Monica, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents and specialize in depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered, and Narrative Therapy to help my clients navigate the more difficult parts of life and live the lives they’ve always wanted.
(951) 336-8355 View (951) 336-8355
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Roxana Alas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590  (Online Only)
Life can be challenging at times, influenced by events that can cause lingering symptoms. These can include anxiety, depression, and grief and loss among other symptoms that can affect your daily living. Together we can work on building on your strengths and improving your overall well-being. By utilizing different modalities, coping techniques such as mindfulness, grounding/thought-stopping deep breathing, and relaxation skills, it will assist in decreasing the intensity and severity of they symptoms.
Life can be challenging at times, influenced by events that can cause lingering symptoms. These can include anxiety, depression, and grief and loss among other symptoms that can affect your daily living. Together we can work on building on your strengths and improving your overall well-being. By utilizing different modalities, coping techniques such as mindfulness, grounding/thought-stopping deep breathing, and relaxation skills, it will assist in decreasing the intensity and severity of they symptoms.
(951) 396-4869 View (951) 396-4869
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Tania Beltran
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Hello! My name is Tania Beltran, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with more than 5 years of experience as a bilingual clinician based in California. I provide services to children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. I have provided services to children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. I have been helping individuals with anxiety, social difficulties, Anger management, Depression, domestic violence victims, trauma, and grief. I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment using a variety of skills and techniques from evidenced-based practices and a trauma-informed approach.
Hello! My name is Tania Beltran, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with more than 5 years of experience as a bilingual clinician based in California. I provide services to children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. I have provided services to children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. I have been helping individuals with anxiety, social difficulties, Anger management, Depression, domestic violence victims, trauma, and grief. I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment using a variety of skills and techniques from evidenced-based practices and a trauma-informed approach.
(951) 337-4946 View (951) 337-4946
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Anxiety & Infidelity, Sylvia Ybarra MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92591
MY APPROACH TO THERAPY IS TO PROVIDE AN OPEN AND NON-JUDGING ENVIRONMENT SO YOU CAN EXPRESS YOURSELF FREELY. Therapy needs to be customized to fit your needs. It may be phone counseling, group, individual or couples. You may be experiencing anxiety, infidelity, depression, sexual abuse, relationship issues or some other manifestation that's affecting your life. I believe we get better with people and become worse in isolation, so let's work together to bring you a better tomorrow. My substantial experience, non-judging stance and directness allows the process to work.
MY APPROACH TO THERAPY IS TO PROVIDE AN OPEN AND NON-JUDGING ENVIRONMENT SO YOU CAN EXPRESS YOURSELF FREELY. Therapy needs to be customized to fit your needs. It may be phone counseling, group, individual or couples. You may be experiencing anxiety, infidelity, depression, sexual abuse, relationship issues or some other manifestation that's affecting your life. I believe we get better with people and become worse in isolation, so let's work together to bring you a better tomorrow. My substantial experience, non-judging stance and directness allows the process to work.
(951) 852-1870 View (951) 852-1870
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Lee Amaris Padden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
I specialize in couples therapy and also have a focus on trauma and anxiety for individuals, including first responders as well as abuse survivors. I am experienced in helping clients who are in or are leaving toxic and/or abusive relationships. My goal is to assist clients in strengthening, repairing and/or rebuilding their core relationships while remaining true to themselves. Regardless of your need, I offer compassionate and caring psychotherapy services built on a foundation ​of ​neuroscience, mindfulness​ and expressive arts. I provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for ALL clients and support the LGBTQ+ community.
I specialize in couples therapy and also have a focus on trauma and anxiety for individuals, including first responders as well as abuse survivors. I am experienced in helping clients who are in or are leaving toxic and/or abusive relationships. My goal is to assist clients in strengthening, repairing and/or rebuilding their core relationships while remaining true to themselves. Regardless of your need, I offer compassionate and caring psychotherapy services built on a foundation ​of ​neuroscience, mindfulness​ and expressive arts. I provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for ALL clients and support the LGBTQ+ community.
(909) 324-3544 View (909) 324-3544
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Maryann McCoy
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
My experience includes working with individuals, couples, and groups that deal with a variety of relationship issues, anxiety, depression, weight management, eating disorders, abuse, trauma, loss and grief, PTSD, and addiction.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have graduated with a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I earned my undergraduate degree in Dietetics from California State University of Long Beach. I take a comprehensive approach to therapy (body, mind, & spirit) looking at the entire person, relationships, and the environment they live in. I know how difficult life's challenges can be, having gone through several of them myself. Individuals can feel helpless over their problems and suffer with intense emotional pain. I like to teach an attitude of hope and personal responsibility for healing.
My experience includes working with individuals, couples, and groups that deal with a variety of relationship issues, anxiety, depression, weight management, eating disorders, abuse, trauma, loss and grief, PTSD, and addiction.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have graduated with a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I earned my undergraduate degree in Dietetics from California State University of Long Beach. I take a comprehensive approach to therapy (body, mind, & spirit) looking at the entire person, relationships, and the environment they live in. I know how difficult life's challenges can be, having gone through several of them myself. Individuals can feel helpless over their problems and suffer with intense emotional pain. I like to teach an attitude of hope and personal responsibility for healing.
(951) 398-0491 View (951) 398-0491
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Esther Crater
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Dr. Crater is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who has been practicing since 2008. She has over 14 years of experience in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), treating individuals 16 years and older with anxiety and mood disorders, including generalized anxiety, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and major depressive disorder. Therapy is individualized to help patients develop tools for long-term management of feelings and behaviors.
Dr. Crater is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who has been practicing since 2008. She has over 14 years of experience in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), treating individuals 16 years and older with anxiety and mood disorders, including generalized anxiety, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and major depressive disorder. Therapy is individualized to help patients develop tools for long-term management of feelings and behaviors.
(951) 916-3316 View (951) 916-3316
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Kristin Herzberg Purdy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
In my work with individuals and couples, I believe in fostering a safe and supportive environment in which we can build a solid therapeutic relationship and you will feel empowered to achieve personal growth and a sense of self-sufficiency. I practice empirically-supported treatments, and also understand that every person is unique. Thus, flexibility is important in order to meet your individual needs. I also enjoy teaching stress management, mindfulness and other skills in order to help you to live a meaningful and fulfilling life consistent with your values and goals. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety and depression.
In my work with individuals and couples, I believe in fostering a safe and supportive environment in which we can build a solid therapeutic relationship and you will feel empowered to achieve personal growth and a sense of self-sufficiency. I practice empirically-supported treatments, and also understand that every person is unique. Thus, flexibility is important in order to meet your individual needs. I also enjoy teaching stress management, mindfulness and other skills in order to help you to live a meaningful and fulfilling life consistent with your values and goals. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety and depression.
(619) 554-8640 View (619) 554-8640
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Celeste Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their concerns can be explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients, of various ages, to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience. My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered.
Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their concerns can be explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients, of various ages, to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience. My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered.
(951) 724-5704 View (951) 724-5704
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Jamie Freier
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Jamie Freier is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who has been practicing since 2013. She graduated with a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology. Jamie believes in evidenced based treatments with a modern therapeutic approach to assist people in creating effective change within their lives. Her main areas of focus include trauma, childhood abuse, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
Jamie Freier is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who has been practicing since 2013. She graduated with a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology. Jamie believes in evidenced based treatments with a modern therapeutic approach to assist people in creating effective change within their lives. Her main areas of focus include trauma, childhood abuse, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
(951) 498-5019 View (951) 498-5019
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Sylvia Samy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92591
You deserve peace, it is possible to have I have seen in happen in my work. Life can be hard, and some challenges we face can be draining and overwhelming or too much to bear. Are you too exhausted ? Is it difficult to motivate yourself? Does your anxiety interfere with you being able to accomplish life? coping methods you've used before are not working? unhappy with your life or your relationships? therapy can help. Short term process for a long term change. Through practice & education, I offer you a confidential, non judgmental space to find peace.
You deserve peace, it is possible to have I have seen in happen in my work. Life can be hard, and some challenges we face can be draining and overwhelming or too much to bear. Are you too exhausted ? Is it difficult to motivate yourself? Does your anxiety interfere with you being able to accomplish life? coping methods you've used before are not working? unhappy with your life or your relationships? therapy can help. Short term process for a long term change. Through practice & education, I offer you a confidential, non judgmental space to find peace.
(951) 387-4823 View (951) 387-4823
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Jenee Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92591
My name is Jeneé Bryant, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, aging, end-of-life, and medical issues. I use a client-centered, whole-person approach to better understand my clients and help them heal. My focus population is from young adults to older adults dealing with major life changes such as medical diagnosis, traumatic events, substance abuse, and end-of-life issues.
My name is Jeneé Bryant, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, aging, end-of-life, and medical issues. I use a client-centered, whole-person approach to better understand my clients and help them heal. My focus population is from young adults to older adults dealing with major life changes such as medical diagnosis, traumatic events, substance abuse, and end-of-life issues.
(951) 904-3652 View (951) 904-3652
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Sage Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
I have experience working with Individuals, many who suffer from depression and anxiety.
I believe that finding the right therapist is imperative to the treatment process. I have a unique way of connecting with others and helping clients make changes in their lives that give them the opportunity to live life to their fullest potential. My mission at Sage Counseling is to promote your optimum well-being, help you achieve balance in your relationships and to be a 'change agent' by teaching you therapeutic skills and tools to improve your life. I take an integrative approach to your mental health by not only focusing on traditional talk therapy but integrating nutritional psychology and mindfulness/meditation as well
I have experience working with Individuals, many who suffer from depression and anxiety.
I believe that finding the right therapist is imperative to the treatment process. I have a unique way of connecting with others and helping clients make changes in their lives that give them the opportunity to live life to their fullest potential. My mission at Sage Counseling is to promote your optimum well-being, help you achieve balance in your relationships and to be a 'change agent' by teaching you therapeutic skills and tools to improve your life. I take an integrative approach to your mental health by not only focusing on traditional talk therapy but integrating nutritional psychology and mindfulness/meditation as well
(951) 383-3152 View (951) 383-3152
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Cynthia Angell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Cynthia Angell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has over 20 years experience working with a diverse population including children, adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Cynthia received her B.A. in Behavioral Sciences at Cal Poly Pomona and her Masters of Social Work at San Diego State University. She has extensive experience working with children and teens in clinic, school and community venues, assisting them in developing social and anger management skills. Other areas of special interest include women's issues, depression, anxiety and working with survivors of domestic violence.
Cynthia Angell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has over 20 years experience working with a diverse population including children, adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Cynthia received her B.A. in Behavioral Sciences at Cal Poly Pomona and her Masters of Social Work at San Diego State University. She has extensive experience working with children and teens in clinic, school and community venues, assisting them in developing social and anger management skills. Other areas of special interest include women's issues, depression, anxiety and working with survivors of domestic violence.
(951) 389-6704 View (951) 389-6704
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Scott Casadona
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
He has treated clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar, drug/alcohol addiction, obsessive compulsiveness, attention deficit, panic attacks, agoraphobia, eating disorders, cutting, borderline personality, narcissistic personality, suicide attempts/threats, schizophrenia, gender identity, and gay/lesbian issues.
Scott Casadona is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who began his career as a Psychotherapist in 2011, after a successful 25 year career as a police officer in both NY and CA. Whether working with individuals, couples, groups, or families, he enjoys and connects well with any age group, including elementary age, teens, adults, and seniors. He has experience in private practice, as well as at a school-based day treatment facility, where each student had an IEP with a qualifying social/emotional disability.
He has treated clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar, drug/alcohol addiction, obsessive compulsiveness, attention deficit, panic attacks, agoraphobia, eating disorders, cutting, borderline personality, narcissistic personality, suicide attempts/threats, schizophrenia, gender identity, and gay/lesbian issues.
Scott Casadona is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who began his career as a Psychotherapist in 2011, after a successful 25 year career as a police officer in both NY and CA. Whether working with individuals, couples, groups, or families, he enjoys and connects well with any age group, including elementary age, teens, adults, and seniors. He has experience in private practice, as well as at a school-based day treatment facility, where each student had an IEP with a qualifying social/emotional disability.
(951) 916-1991 View (951) 916-1991
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Subconscious Mind Tools - Hypnotherapy
CHT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92591
Scott is skilled in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) which is used to alleviate fears, phobias, and anxieties.
Scott is greatly interested in helping people with life constraining and self limiting behaviors or problems. Most people don't understand these beliefs were embedded into their mind before 8 or 9 years of age and will continue to be locked in for a lifetime without help. Hypnosis can be used to replace these self limiting beliefs with more beneficial ones. Your subconscious mind will then automatically seek out success versus defeat. Scott considers it truly rewarding to help people create a more positive life for themselves.
Scott is skilled in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) which is used to alleviate fears, phobias, and anxieties.
Scott is greatly interested in helping people with life constraining and self limiting behaviors or problems. Most people don't understand these beliefs were embedded into their mind before 8 or 9 years of age and will continue to be locked in for a lifetime without help. Hypnosis can be used to replace these self limiting beliefs with more beneficial ones. Your subconscious mind will then automatically seek out success versus defeat. Scott considers it truly rewarding to help people create a more positive life for themselves.
(951) 501-9325 View (951) 501-9325
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Peace of Wisdom Therapy- Paula Parra, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
Accepting new clients- Are you struggling with unwanted emotions, behaviors, and beliefs, causing you to feel unhappy, unfulfilled, or anxious? Struggling to regulate your emotions after a traumatic event, a break-up, or problems in your current relationship? The truth is time does not heal all wounds. It’s human to want to avoid and just get rid of the pain. At the same time, the way to resolve the pain is to give it your attention and work through it. This is the hardest part and trying to do this alone will most likely leave you feeling defeated. Like many people struggling with emotional pain, you may not have the best support.
Accepting new clients- Are you struggling with unwanted emotions, behaviors, and beliefs, causing you to feel unhappy, unfulfilled, or anxious? Struggling to regulate your emotions after a traumatic event, a break-up, or problems in your current relationship? The truth is time does not heal all wounds. It’s human to want to avoid and just get rid of the pain. At the same time, the way to resolve the pain is to give it your attention and work through it. This is the hardest part and trying to do this alone will most likely leave you feeling defeated. Like many people struggling with emotional pain, you may not have the best support.
(310) 627-2847 View (310) 627-2847
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Maria Paola Cortes Elser
Marriage & Family Therapist, APCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590  (Online Only)
I was born in Colombia and as immigrant:I understand the challenges that come from this transition, mentally ,culturally and spiritually. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology from an University in Colombia, and a master’s degree in Professional clinical counseling in the USA. I am also about to obtain my license as Marriage and family Therapist. With 6 years in this field, I specialize in DV, PTSD, Sexual and physical abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar and Personality Disorders, as well as Substance abuse. I speak English and Spanish, and my motivation is to provide support to families who struggle with mental illness.
I was born in Colombia and as immigrant:I understand the challenges that come from this transition, mentally ,culturally and spiritually. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology from an University in Colombia, and a master’s degree in Professional clinical counseling in the USA. I am also about to obtain my license as Marriage and family Therapist. With 6 years in this field, I specialize in DV, PTSD, Sexual and physical abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar and Personality Disorders, as well as Substance abuse. I speak English and Spanish, and my motivation is to provide support to families who struggle with mental illness.
(951) 386-2880 View (951) 386-2880
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Viviana Bunting
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592  (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. Are you trying to address a long standing problem or has life presented you with a new challenge? Are you navigating one of life’s many transitions, feeling frustrated with a relationship, finding your identity, or experiencing symptoms of Anxiety or Depression? Sometimes, we need a little bit of support that can help us work through the challenges that life brings us. Therapy is a time and safe space where we can slow down and take a closer look at the obstacles and difficulties we face in our lives.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. Are you trying to address a long standing problem or has life presented you with a new challenge? Are you navigating one of life’s many transitions, feeling frustrated with a relationship, finding your identity, or experiencing symptoms of Anxiety or Depression? Sometimes, we need a little bit of support that can help us work through the challenges that life brings us. Therapy is a time and safe space where we can slow down and take a closer look at the obstacles and difficulties we face in our lives.
(951) 267-5046 View (951) 267-5046
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Empower You Therapy Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS, CCTP, PPSC
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
I work with clients from a variety of different problems, challenges and life circumstances. The majority of my professional experience has been in working with pre-teens/teens who struggle with suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, self-esteem/image, social emotional and other related behavioral concerns. As well as kids who have an individualized education plan and need extra social emotional skill support. I also have extensive knowledge and experience in working within the veteran/military community and the unique needs of this special population that I have navigated myself as a veteran.
I work with clients from a variety of different problems, challenges and life circumstances. The majority of my professional experience has been in working with pre-teens/teens who struggle with suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, self-esteem/image, social emotional and other related behavioral concerns. As well as kids who have an individualized education plan and need extra social emotional skill support. I also have extensive knowledge and experience in working within the veteran/military community and the unique needs of this special population that I have navigated myself as a veteran.
(909) 323-0885 View (909) 323-0885

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.