Therapists in East Boulder, Boulder, CO

Photo of James Jahmaya Kessler, Licensed Professional Counselor in East Boulder, Boulder, CO
James Jahmaya Kessler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
Ever feel like there is more to this life than the one you've been living? As someone who has felt the gravity and darkness of untapped potential I know what's it's like to be living a life we don't love. The clues are within the depression and/or anxiety - these are our body's brilliantly sane ways of saying "pay attention!" Anyone can have a life that is full of passion, richness, purpose, and they feel joyfully proud to be living. It will take vulnerability, bravery, sacrifices, and perhaps some help to get this life that you love. I'd be deeply honored to be the gentle and firm guide you need to help you create this life.
Ever feel like there is more to this life than the one you've been living? As someone who has felt the gravity and darkness of untapped potential I know what's it's like to be living a life we don't love. The clues are within the depression and/or anxiety - these are our body's brilliantly sane ways of saying "pay attention!" Anyone can have a life that is full of passion, richness, purpose, and they feel joyfully proud to be living. It will take vulnerability, bravery, sacrifices, and perhaps some help to get this life that you love. I'd be deeply honored to be the gentle and firm guide you need to help you create this life.
(720) 669-7721 View (720) 669-7721
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Julie Ciecior
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80302
I specialize in working with women who juggle it all but feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected or lonely.
It is exhausting to be a woman in our modern world. Trying to juggle motherhood, careers, partners, our health and everyday life leaves us stretched thin. If you feel lost in the shuffle of your own life, we can help you find a way back to yourself. We work our whole lives to achieve all we dreamed of, and are surprised when we feel anxious or empty. It can feel confusing to know there is something missing, but not know what or how to find it. My job is to help you figure out that something and how to feel like yourself again.
I specialize in working with women who juggle it all but feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected or lonely.
It is exhausting to be a woman in our modern world. Trying to juggle motherhood, careers, partners, our health and everyday life leaves us stretched thin. If you feel lost in the shuffle of your own life, we can help you find a way back to yourself. We work our whole lives to achieve all we dreamed of, and are surprised when we feel anxious or empty. It can feel confusing to know there is something missing, but not know what or how to find it. My job is to help you figure out that something and how to feel like yourself again.
(303) 529-7584 View (303) 529-7584
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Suzanne Marie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80302
I work with survivors of sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
As a body centered therapist I tend to work experientially, with movement and sometimes use cranial sacral touch to support nervous system regulation and healing. Individuals, couples and family who are interested in skill building, improved communication, self agency and self awareness while addressing challenges including depression, anxiety, relational issues, attachment dynamics and traumatic events. I support intention setting from the client's perspective and encourage their full participation.
I work with survivors of sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
As a body centered therapist I tend to work experientially, with movement and sometimes use cranial sacral touch to support nervous system regulation and healing. Individuals, couples and family who are interested in skill building, improved communication, self agency and self awareness while addressing challenges including depression, anxiety, relational issues, attachment dynamics and traumatic events. I support intention setting from the client's perspective and encourage their full participation.
(720) 782-8088 View (720) 782-8088
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Marcy M Mullet
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
I have been working successfully with depression and anxiety issues over the past 25+ years.
I have worked with individuals from all walks of life. I know that this world is unkind and challenging in so many ways. I am ready to work with whatever you bring and find a way to navigate through the toughest challenges you have experienced. Healing is possible. An authentic life is possible. I know this intimately and want those I work with to discover that it is.
I have been working successfully with depression and anxiety issues over the past 25+ years.
I have worked with individuals from all walks of life. I know that this world is unkind and challenging in so many ways. I am ready to work with whatever you bring and find a way to navigate through the toughest challenges you have experienced. Healing is possible. An authentic life is possible. I know this intimately and want those I work with to discover that it is.
(720) 897-1404 View (720) 897-1404
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Bob Whitehouse, EdD,BCB, SEP, LLC
Psychologist, EdD, BCB, SEP
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
In my psychotherapy sessions, I like to include Biofeedback monitoring of heart rate and breathing chemistry to give me useful information in treatment planning and to help empower clients in greater self-regulation/self-control. I provide many skills for clients to practice. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral techniques along with psychophysiological (biofeedback), transpersonal, and Somatic Experiencing stress and trauma release approaches. I also work with optimizing performance in any area whether sports, music, speaking, acting, or reducing anxiety. My motto is OPT for the BEST which is my acronym for Optimal Performance Training for the Body, Emotions, Spirit, and Thoughts.
In my psychotherapy sessions, I like to include Biofeedback monitoring of heart rate and breathing chemistry to give me useful information in treatment planning and to help empower clients in greater self-regulation/self-control. I provide many skills for clients to practice. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral techniques along with psychophysiological (biofeedback), transpersonal, and Somatic Experiencing stress and trauma release approaches. I also work with optimizing performance in any area whether sports, music, speaking, acting, or reducing anxiety. My motto is OPT for the BEST which is my acronym for Optimal Performance Training for the Body, Emotions, Spirit, and Thoughts.
(303) 502-5726 View (303) 502-5726
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Andre Karkamaz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
Do you have a lingering sense of emptiness? A feeling that something is missing, but not sure where to start? Are you stuck in the past, anxious about the future, and unable to enjoy the present? Like you, I have been there. I know how hopeless it can feel. Struggling with relationships and connection is the main focus in my work, and I help individuals like you start to feel more secure in relation with others and yourself. We all have an individual blueprint of attachment, where we might feel a sense of constant anxiety within our relationships, or maybe feel a need to withdraw or detach.
Do you have a lingering sense of emptiness? A feeling that something is missing, but not sure where to start? Are you stuck in the past, anxious about the future, and unable to enjoy the present? Like you, I have been there. I know how hopeless it can feel. Struggling with relationships and connection is the main focus in my work, and I help individuals like you start to feel more secure in relation with others and yourself. We all have an individual blueprint of attachment, where we might feel a sense of constant anxiety within our relationships, or maybe feel a need to withdraw or detach.
(720) 386-4055 View (720) 386-4055
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Megan Best
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
You may vacillate between highly anxious and just going through the motions: numb, disconnected, checked out. You feel overwhelmed with your daily life- tense, tight, constricted. Some days, even though you are trying your best, you blow up at the drop of a hat. Things that used to be easy make you feel anxious and fearful. You may feel like you are at the bottom of a well. Whether you know how you ended up here, or if you feel confused and uncertain, therapy can open doors to new ways of being that help you to feel like yourself again.
You may vacillate between highly anxious and just going through the motions: numb, disconnected, checked out. You feel overwhelmed with your daily life- tense, tight, constricted. Some days, even though you are trying your best, you blow up at the drop of a hat. Things that used to be easy make you feel anxious and fearful. You may feel like you are at the bottom of a well. Whether you know how you ended up here, or if you feel confused and uncertain, therapy can open doors to new ways of being that help you to feel like yourself again.
(720) 743-5603 View (720) 743-5603
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Victoria S Grey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
Are there mental health challenges keeping you from reaching your dreams? Lets work together to discover your best hopes and then develop the skills to achieve them! I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and those working to understand and embrace their unique, intersectional identity. I have an emphasis in working with a diverse range of persons and thus strive to create particularly inclusive, trauma-informed, kink/sex-positive, neurodivergent-friendly, and ENM/poly-friendly therapeutic spaces.
Are there mental health challenges keeping you from reaching your dreams? Lets work together to discover your best hopes and then develop the skills to achieve them! I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and those working to understand and embrace their unique, intersectional identity. I have an emphasis in working with a diverse range of persons and thus strive to create particularly inclusive, trauma-informed, kink/sex-positive, neurodivergent-friendly, and ENM/poly-friendly therapeutic spaces.
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Cassandra Elizabeth Field
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CACIII
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
I work with life challenges of general life transitions, relationships, hating my life disorder, not having enough fun dull-drums, and need to change and don't know how dilemma! My specialty is - anxiety/depression, trauma, substance/process addictions and recovery for adolescents and adults.
My mission is to help clients recognize and manifest their full potential. Given the appropriate support, no matter how difficult the situation, we can change/heal and thrive. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Somatic Psychotherapist, Certified Addiction Counselor III, Brainspotting Clinician, Life & Wellness coach, and therapeutic yoga instructor. I leverage the power of awareness and skill building to create stability, sustainability, healthy relationships and lasting changes. Please visit SanitasWellness.com for more info or contact me at cassandra@sanitaswellenss.com.
I work with life challenges of general life transitions, relationships, hating my life disorder, not having enough fun dull-drums, and need to change and don't know how dilemma! My specialty is - anxiety/depression, trauma, substance/process addictions and recovery for adolescents and adults.
My mission is to help clients recognize and manifest their full potential. Given the appropriate support, no matter how difficult the situation, we can change/heal and thrive. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Somatic Psychotherapist, Certified Addiction Counselor III, Brainspotting Clinician, Life & Wellness coach, and therapeutic yoga instructor. I leverage the power of awareness and skill building to create stability, sustainability, healthy relationships and lasting changes. Please visit SanitasWellness.com for more info or contact me at cassandra@sanitaswellenss.com.
(303) 818-5061 View (303) 818-5061
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Caitlin Goddard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
Waitlist for new clients
As your therapist, I'm confident you'll be able to find that therapy can feel both safe and approachable despite its inherent challenges, that it can bring about relief while providing opportunities for growth. I offer an inherently empathic, person-centered approach and utilize humanistic theory to inform my understanding of my client's. Post-traumatic stress, ongoing anxiety, low self-esteem, navigating disordered eating patterns, and issues in understanding our identity can overwhelm us - and I'm passionate about working with those grappling with one or more of these concerns.
As your therapist, I'm confident you'll be able to find that therapy can feel both safe and approachable despite its inherent challenges, that it can bring about relief while providing opportunities for growth. I offer an inherently empathic, person-centered approach and utilize humanistic theory to inform my understanding of my client's. Post-traumatic stress, ongoing anxiety, low self-esteem, navigating disordered eating patterns, and issues in understanding our identity can overwhelm us - and I'm passionate about working with those grappling with one or more of these concerns.
(970) 507-8385 View (970) 507-8385
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Whole Connection
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80302
Here at Whole Connection, we believe that a healing relationship is the most important part of therapy. This connection allows each client to safely explore and create the changes and healing they are striving for. Our therapists support clients working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, and a variety of other challenges that can arise in everyday life. We often work individually, with couples, or in a group setting to help our clients build the skills they need to work through and remain resilient in difficult times.
Here at Whole Connection, we believe that a healing relationship is the most important part of therapy. This connection allows each client to safely explore and create the changes and healing they are striving for. Our therapists support clients working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, and a variety of other challenges that can arise in everyday life. We often work individually, with couples, or in a group setting to help our clients build the skills they need to work through and remain resilient in difficult times.
(720) 442-0946 View (720) 442-0946
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Isha Lucas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
I also focus on medical trauma, birth complications, parenthood, spirituality, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
I believe our natural state is health toward which we constantly strive. Sometimes, we encounter situations that interrupt this process. These interferences can occur at any point during our lives and they sometimes leave us searching for ways to cope. There are many ways to heal, and I engage psychotherapy from a contemplative lens. I specialize in healing through a depth approach and I work with people to uncover the wisdom of their true essence. I use tools such as talk therapy, dream exploration, writing, and tarot toward this effort.
I also focus on medical trauma, birth complications, parenthood, spirituality, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
I believe our natural state is health toward which we constantly strive. Sometimes, we encounter situations that interrupt this process. These interferences can occur at any point during our lives and they sometimes leave us searching for ways to cope. There are many ways to heal, and I engage psychotherapy from a contemplative lens. I specialize in healing through a depth approach and I work with people to uncover the wisdom of their true essence. I use tools such as talk therapy, dream exploration, writing, and tarot toward this effort.
(720) 796-4971 View (720) 796-4971
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Maya Rachel Golan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
Challenges are essential to growth. We all face challenges. The various challenges, crises, traumas we all inevitably encounter can create anxiety, depression, and disconnection. Unfortunately, labels and diagnoses can stop you from seeing that you are okay. As you are. Your felt experiences of hurt, when processed deeply, actually lead to self-discovery. Seeking help doesn’t mean that anything is necessarily wrong. In fact, expertise can guide you through these moments safely. Through somatic healing therapy, individuals and couples will find inner strength to start anew.
Challenges are essential to growth. We all face challenges. The various challenges, crises, traumas we all inevitably encounter can create anxiety, depression, and disconnection. Unfortunately, labels and diagnoses can stop you from seeing that you are okay. As you are. Your felt experiences of hurt, when processed deeply, actually lead to self-discovery. Seeking help doesn’t mean that anything is necessarily wrong. In fact, expertise can guide you through these moments safely. Through somatic healing therapy, individuals and couples will find inner strength to start anew.
(720) 897-0771 View (720) 897-0771
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Jennie Rindler With Connected Roots
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
Life's challenges can be difficult to navigate on your own. Whether you are affected by current or past traumatic events, relationship issues, feeling stuck, lost, anxious, depressed, or just seeking to further your personal growth, talking with someone who can act as a mirror can help. Therapy is not only a valuable tool to support you through the hardest times - counseling can also help you identify your strengths and tap into inner wisdom for lasting, organic healing in all phases of life! Our sessions will be tailored to your needs, and can adapt as your goals, need and wants evolve.
Life's challenges can be difficult to navigate on your own. Whether you are affected by current or past traumatic events, relationship issues, feeling stuck, lost, anxious, depressed, or just seeking to further your personal growth, talking with someone who can act as a mirror can help. Therapy is not only a valuable tool to support you through the hardest times - counseling can also help you identify your strengths and tap into inner wisdom for lasting, organic healing in all phases of life! Our sessions will be tailored to your needs, and can adapt as your goals, need and wants evolve.
(720) 924-7453 View (720) 924-7453
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Brianna Roggow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
Childhood, teen years and young adult years are full of confusion, exploration and growth. Rather it be struggling with friendships, managing emotions, depression or anxiety symptoms or something unknown these things add extra stressors in this journey, sometimes challenging certain aspects or everything at once. This is where therapy can play a supportive role in exploring these challenges and discovering together what can be most supportive to help you or your child reach their goals and true potential.
Childhood, teen years and young adult years are full of confusion, exploration and growth. Rather it be struggling with friendships, managing emotions, depression or anxiety symptoms or something unknown these things add extra stressors in this journey, sometimes challenging certain aspects or everything at once. This is where therapy can play a supportive role in exploring these challenges and discovering together what can be most supportive to help you or your child reach their goals and true potential.
(720) 806-6242 View (720) 806-6242
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Janice Shayne
Counselor, CHT, Psych
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
Usually when we feels depressed, in pain, stuck, anxious or blocked and we don’t know why, it's because somewhere in the past, deep-seated needs, talents and desires may have been repressed, shamed, thwarted, or devalued. With the help of a talented and experienced hypnotherapist, these lost parts of us can be carefully revealed. As a coach and therapist, I offer 25+ years of expertise to help you discover and cultivate your fullest life, transform your burdens into treasure, improve your relationships by learning to understand yourself anew and share new tools with you to assist you in building a life of meaning and fulfillment.
Usually when we feels depressed, in pain, stuck, anxious or blocked and we don’t know why, it's because somewhere in the past, deep-seated needs, talents and desires may have been repressed, shamed, thwarted, or devalued. With the help of a talented and experienced hypnotherapist, these lost parts of us can be carefully revealed. As a coach and therapist, I offer 25+ years of expertise to help you discover and cultivate your fullest life, transform your burdens into treasure, improve your relationships by learning to understand yourself anew and share new tools with you to assist you in building a life of meaning and fulfillment.
(619) 738-3768 View (619) 738-3768
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William Moring
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80303  (Online Only)
I specialize in a variety of areas, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), men’s and women’s issues, body image concerns, and self-esteem challenges.
I became a therapist because I believe in the transformative power of therapy and its ability to destigmatize mental health. I’m passionate about fostering a strong therapeutic relationship, one built on empathy, loyalty, and trust. Witnessing my clients feel respected, cared for, and understood as they learn to navigate their mental well-being is incredibly rewarding. I am also a LGBTQIA+ allied therapist.
I specialize in a variety of areas, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), men’s and women’s issues, body image concerns, and self-esteem challenges.
I became a therapist because I believe in the transformative power of therapy and its ability to destigmatize mental health. I’m passionate about fostering a strong therapeutic relationship, one built on empathy, loyalty, and trust. Witnessing my clients feel respected, cared for, and understood as they learn to navigate their mental well-being is incredibly rewarding. I am also a LGBTQIA+ allied therapist.
(720) 713-3145 View (720) 713-3145
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Brie Anderson, Passages Counseling LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, R-DMT, EMDR, II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80304
I am a Child and Family Therapist, specializing in emotional issues (grief, anxiety, anger), attachment disorders, trauma and adoption. My approach is a unique blend of compassion and humor coupled with the latest research in neuroscience and child development. I have worked with children in a variety of settings both in/out of the United States including mental health centers, residential facilities, schools and in-home. I am a dedicated practitioner with over 10 years experience supporting children and families find resiliency, empowerment and hope during difficult times. Call today for a FREE consultation!
I am a Child and Family Therapist, specializing in emotional issues (grief, anxiety, anger), attachment disorders, trauma and adoption. My approach is a unique blend of compassion and humor coupled with the latest research in neuroscience and child development. I have worked with children in a variety of settings both in/out of the United States including mental health centers, residential facilities, schools and in-home. I am a dedicated practitioner with over 10 years experience supporting children and families find resiliency, empowerment and hope during difficult times. Call today for a FREE consultation!
(720) 289-2835 View (720) 289-2835
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Rebecca Wickersham
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
Hi there! I'm a licensed professional counselor candidate (LPCC) in the state of Colorado, a certified complex trauma & dissociation specialist & certified telemental health provider-associate. I take an existential, client-centered approach to provide my clients with a compassionate and individualized experience in therapy. I believe that humor, forthrightness, authenticity, empathy, and courage are essential in the healing process; if you seek someone who will solely agree with you then I may not be the best fit for your needs.
Hi there! I'm a licensed professional counselor candidate (LPCC) in the state of Colorado, a certified complex trauma & dissociation specialist & certified telemental health provider-associate. I take an existential, client-centered approach to provide my clients with a compassionate and individualized experience in therapy. I believe that humor, forthrightness, authenticity, empathy, and courage are essential in the healing process; if you seek someone who will solely agree with you then I may not be the best fit for your needs.
(720) 770-3440 View (720) 770-3440
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Inner Fire Therapy
Counselor, MA, MPH, LPCC
Verified Verified
East Boulder, Boulder, CO 80301
I help men who are feeling stuck discover their passion. After helping hundreds of men tune into themselves, find well-being, and reconnect to themselves I look forward to helping you on your unique path. It takes courage to turn inwards and see what’s there. I’m David and I’m here to help you do just that. You’ll be in a relaxed, non-judgmental and humorous space where you can be yourself.
I help men who are feeling stuck discover their passion. After helping hundreds of men tune into themselves, find well-being, and reconnect to themselves I look forward to helping you on your unique path. It takes courage to turn inwards and see what’s there. I’m David and I’m here to help you do just that. You’ll be in a relaxed, non-judgmental and humorous space where you can be yourself.
(720) 697-1464 View (720) 697-1464

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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.