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Cecile Marquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Brush, CO 80723
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor practicing in Fort Morgan, Colorado. I enjoy working with adults, children, and adolescents. I have specialized training in trauma-focused counseling, as well as mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety. My goal is to help you resolve problematic life areas and support you as you heal within the therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor practicing in Fort Morgan, Colorado. I enjoy working with adults, children, and adolescents. I have specialized training in trauma-focused counseling, as well as mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety. My goal is to help you resolve problematic life areas and support you as you heal within the therapeutic relationship.
(970) 300-1249 View (970) 300-1249

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Anthony LaMouria
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Morgan, CO 80701  (Online Only)
I go by Tony, and I would love to help you with your marriage and family struggles, your trauma and anxieties, your upsets and surprises, or just your pursuit of growth in life or stewardship. I have done everything from working with prisoners to consulting with entrepreneurs. I am a Christian in my own worldview, but I use the best evidence-based research to help my clients. I am currently completing a PhD in marriage and family therapy. Therapy is not just for broken people; it is for everyone who wants to grow. So, no matter where you are or what your background, it does not matter – there is help here for you.
I go by Tony, and I would love to help you with your marriage and family struggles, your trauma and anxieties, your upsets and surprises, or just your pursuit of growth in life or stewardship. I have done everything from working with prisoners to consulting with entrepreneurs. I am a Christian in my own worldview, but I use the best evidence-based research to help my clients. I am currently completing a PhD in marriage and family therapy. Therapy is not just for broken people; it is for everyone who wants to grow. So, no matter where you are or what your background, it does not matter – there is help here for you.
(719) 312-7534 View (719) 312-7534
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Jenny Lyn Hazlett
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
Our agency is accepting New Clients at this time and are now serving Greeley Colorado! Ages 7-Year-Old and up! Life can be a wonderful, beautiful experience, it can also be a challenging growth process with many obstacles. Wherever you are in your life, we are here to partner with you. We will be opening an office in Greeley in the next few months, stay tuned.
Our agency is accepting New Clients at this time and are now serving Greeley Colorado! Ages 7-Year-Old and up! Life can be a wonderful, beautiful experience, it can also be a challenging growth process with many obstacles. Wherever you are in your life, we are here to partner with you. We will be opening an office in Greeley in the next few months, stay tuned.
(719) 259-5338 View (719) 259-5338

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Kate Ivey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Waitlist for new clients
A flourishing sex life is one of the most empowering and healing ways we connect with ourselves and our partners. It is not about quantity, but about nourishing the body, mind, and soul through safe intimacy, vulnerability, freedom, learning, and playfulness. I work with women and couples to address the emotional and psychological factors that may be contributing to a less than ideal sex life. This may include a history of trauma, unresolved emotional pain, raising children, unhelpful relationship or communication patterns, body image issues, libido differences, performance anxiety and medical considerations, among many others.
A flourishing sex life is one of the most empowering and healing ways we connect with ourselves and our partners. It is not about quantity, but about nourishing the body, mind, and soul through safe intimacy, vulnerability, freedom, learning, and playfulness. I work with women and couples to address the emotional and psychological factors that may be contributing to a less than ideal sex life. This may include a history of trauma, unresolved emotional pain, raising children, unhelpful relationship or communication patterns, body image issues, libido differences, performance anxiety and medical considerations, among many others.
(720) 897-0916 View (720) 897-0916
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Kelsey Powell
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Englewood, CO 80110
In the counseling process, I explore with you freedom and responsibility, anxiety, and identity.
I am a Colorado native who is passionate about holistic health. When I became a counselor I decided that I wanted to understand others suffering and value them as a whole person. Part of my core belief is that each facet of your life and self contribute to your overall health. In the counseling process, I try to explore with you all parts of self and integrate them to restore balance and help you to achieve your goals.
In the counseling process, I explore with you freedom and responsibility, anxiety, and identity.
I am a Colorado native who is passionate about holistic health. When I became a counselor I decided that I wanted to understand others suffering and value them as a whole person. Part of my core belief is that each facet of your life and self contribute to your overall health. In the counseling process, I try to explore with you all parts of self and integrate them to restore balance and help you to achieve your goals.
(720) 408-3456 View (720) 408-3456
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Colorado Emdr- Maggie Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
Sometimes overwhelming and painful experiences from our past have a negative impact on our present. This can look like: BIG emotions in response to daily stressors Depression that just isn’t lifting Panic & anxiety that hinders your performance, sleep, & wellbeing. Be it coping with a cancer diagnosis, the aftermath of narcissistic abuse and co-dependency, healing from sexual assault, or dealing with the repercussions of a car accident - these life experiences can profoundly affect us. So often, it's a series of accumulating events that lead to chronic stress, overwhelming our current capacity to manage and cope.
Sometimes overwhelming and painful experiences from our past have a negative impact on our present. This can look like: BIG emotions in response to daily stressors Depression that just isn’t lifting Panic & anxiety that hinders your performance, sleep, & wellbeing. Be it coping with a cancer diagnosis, the aftermath of narcissistic abuse and co-dependency, healing from sexual assault, or dealing with the repercussions of a car accident - these life experiences can profoundly affect us. So often, it's a series of accumulating events that lead to chronic stress, overwhelming our current capacity to manage and cope.
(719) 417-8429 View (719) 417-8429
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Markie Damiana
Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCC, BCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, CO 80246  (Online Only)
With over 10 years of experience in the field of counseling, I am deeply committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their emotions and concerns. I specialize in supporting women experiencing anxiety & depression due to their careers, relationships, life changes, and new parenthood. Major life transitions can change our biology, psychology, and societal experiences; I believe in investigating and caring for all parts of my clients. Heart is necessary for this work; I believe the best form of healing is one that involves caring for another person.
With over 10 years of experience in the field of counseling, I am deeply committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their emotions and concerns. I specialize in supporting women experiencing anxiety & depression due to their careers, relationships, life changes, and new parenthood. Major life transitions can change our biology, psychology, and societal experiences; I believe in investigating and caring for all parts of my clients. Heart is necessary for this work; I believe the best form of healing is one that involves caring for another person.
(310) 340-6762 View (310) 340-6762
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Kelly Hilst
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
As a Licensed School Counselor (PreK-12), I've supported many children and families manage a variety of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavior challenges, and self-harm.
Hello! Welcome to Kelly Hilst Counseling, where I support kids and families navigate the challenges of growing up. I offer personalized therapy infused with authenticity, curiosity, and hope. I create a safe and accepting space where I value and respect people of all backgrounds and identities. My work is informed by relational neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and attachment research, and I have advanced training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness.
As a Licensed School Counselor (PreK-12), I've supported many children and families manage a variety of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavior challenges, and self-harm.
Hello! Welcome to Kelly Hilst Counseling, where I support kids and families navigate the challenges of growing up. I offer personalized therapy infused with authenticity, curiosity, and hope. I create a safe and accepting space where I value and respect people of all backgrounds and identities. My work is informed by relational neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and attachment research, and I have advanced training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness.
(866) 520-9943 View (866) 520-9943
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Margaret FitzGerald Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Margaret FitzGerald, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80526  (Online Only)
Finding yourself with issues that may feel overwhelming? Need help coping with the challenges of family court through custody/divorce/visitation issues? Have struggles over which you are determined to be proactive and develop skills and learn tools to promote your best health and well-being? Anxious, depressed, grieving? I will walk with you on your journey as we create a proactive path based on evidence-based mental health practices to surmount life difficulties to achieve optimal health and wellness, solutions, coping skills and strategies for yourself and your loved ones.
Finding yourself with issues that may feel overwhelming? Need help coping with the challenges of family court through custody/divorce/visitation issues? Have struggles over which you are determined to be proactive and develop skills and learn tools to promote your best health and well-being? Anxious, depressed, grieving? I will walk with you on your journey as we create a proactive path based on evidence-based mental health practices to surmount life difficulties to achieve optimal health and wellness, solutions, coping skills and strategies for yourself and your loved ones.
(970) 514-0963 View (970) 514-0963
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Joy C Ewing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
Clients to have a safe place to unpack whatever is on their heart and foster healing, growth, and change. I’m dedicated to developing a collaborative and authentic therapeutic relationship with my clients. I use an integrative approach to therapy to help client’s journey through depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, life transitions, marriage, and family issues. As a marriage and family therapist I love helping couples and families of all backgrounds discover their unique goals and help families to thrive as a team. I’m passionate about working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, veterans and military families.
Clients to have a safe place to unpack whatever is on their heart and foster healing, growth, and change. I’m dedicated to developing a collaborative and authentic therapeutic relationship with my clients. I use an integrative approach to therapy to help client’s journey through depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, life transitions, marriage, and family issues. As a marriage and family therapist I love helping couples and families of all backgrounds discover their unique goals and help families to thrive as a team. I’m passionate about working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, veterans and military families.
(720) 740-2513 View (720) 740-2513
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Kristen Goltz
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
My work with children includes a blend of Child-Centered and Cognitive-Behavioral Play Therapies to help children foster self-responsibility, self-esteem/self-worth, emotional regulation, healthy boundaries, positive school and family relationships, as well as to recover from anxiety and related disorders, challenging life events, trauma, or abuse.
I specialize in couples therapy, healing trauma, and child/play therapy. In couples therapy, we will break the pattern that is keeping you and your partner from connecting in the ways that you deeply long for. In this process, you and your partner will gain empathy and an intimate understanding of one another and your most vulnerable emotions. You can expect to improve your communication and intimacy and form a new pattern of relating that fosters a secure, safe, and satisfying bond. It is so rewarding to help couples build intimacy, communicate better, heal trust, and thrive- reach out to me to begin this work together.
My work with children includes a blend of Child-Centered and Cognitive-Behavioral Play Therapies to help children foster self-responsibility, self-esteem/self-worth, emotional regulation, healthy boundaries, positive school and family relationships, as well as to recover from anxiety and related disorders, challenging life events, trauma, or abuse.
I specialize in couples therapy, healing trauma, and child/play therapy. In couples therapy, we will break the pattern that is keeping you and your partner from connecting in the ways that you deeply long for. In this process, you and your partner will gain empathy and an intimate understanding of one another and your most vulnerable emotions. You can expect to improve your communication and intimacy and form a new pattern of relating that fosters a secure, safe, and satisfying bond. It is so rewarding to help couples build intimacy, communicate better, heal trust, and thrive- reach out to me to begin this work together.
(970) 427-2953 View (970) 427-2953
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Katie Zeman
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202  (Online Only)
Taking a humanistic, contemplative approach, I have experience working with: trauma & PTSD, anxiety & panic, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, identity development and more.
Healing is a journey requiring courage, compassion, and patience. I hope to accompany you on your path as you voyage through challenges and celebrations that lead to your ultimate liberation. I’m a Naropa University graduate which provided me training in Contemplative Psychotherapy & Buddhist Psychology. This approach allows me to contact the inherent wisdom that is in each human’s emotions and behaviors, using mindful awareness throughout our process. Being a survivor of trauma myself, I know how challenging and confusing it can be to find real, lasting relief.
Taking a humanistic, contemplative approach, I have experience working with: trauma & PTSD, anxiety & panic, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, identity development and more.
Healing is a journey requiring courage, compassion, and patience. I hope to accompany you on your path as you voyage through challenges and celebrations that lead to your ultimate liberation. I’m a Naropa University graduate which provided me training in Contemplative Psychotherapy & Buddhist Psychology. This approach allows me to contact the inherent wisdom that is in each human’s emotions and behaviors, using mindful awareness throughout our process. Being a survivor of trauma myself, I know how challenging and confusing it can be to find real, lasting relief.
(720) 759-3801 View (720) 759-3801
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Gwen Musick
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80218
Welcome! I am excited you are here. I work with most ages experiencing a variety of issues. My youngest clients are six and my oldest clients are baby boomers. Each stage of life offers its own unique challenges, and I will work with you to alleviate your symptoms and achieve the goals you have set for yourself. I am competent working with individuals suffering from social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression, anger management issues, low self-worth, and abuse. I also work with clients experiencing divorce, break-ups, physical ailments, and life changes.
Welcome! I am excited you are here. I work with most ages experiencing a variety of issues. My youngest clients are six and my oldest clients are baby boomers. Each stage of life offers its own unique challenges, and I will work with you to alleviate your symptoms and achieve the goals you have set for yourself. I am competent working with individuals suffering from social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression, anger management issues, low self-worth, and abuse. I also work with clients experiencing divorce, break-ups, physical ailments, and life changes.
(720) 580-6338 View (720) 580-6338
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Lucy Heller
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80308
Hey there! I'm accepting new clients who are experiencing challenging emotions (depression, anxiety, anger), feel like they’re on the edge of burnout (compassion fatigue, eco-grief, difficulty with daily routines), or noticing relationship distress (communication issues, identity and sexuality exploration, boundaries and agreements). Most of the frameworks I use center around body wisdom and emotions because I believe you are the expert on your own experience and I'm just along to offer gentle guidance when needed. I feel passionate about supporting people who care about the world and want to make it a better place.
Hey there! I'm accepting new clients who are experiencing challenging emotions (depression, anxiety, anger), feel like they’re on the edge of burnout (compassion fatigue, eco-grief, difficulty with daily routines), or noticing relationship distress (communication issues, identity and sexuality exploration, boundaries and agreements). Most of the frameworks I use center around body wisdom and emotions because I believe you are the expert on your own experience and I'm just along to offer gentle guidance when needed. I feel passionate about supporting people who care about the world and want to make it a better place.
(720) 370-9752 View (720) 370-9752
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Elisha Conant
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Longmont, CO 80501
With very young children (ages 0-2), the work always includes the parent, who is often working through their own postpartum anxiety or depression.
School. Friendships. Play. Sleep. Family. These are the tasks of childhood. Often when our young children are struggling, we are told to wait, that they will grow out of it or that this phase will pass on its own. Unfortunately that can lead to older children who continue to struggle, only on a bigger stage. We are seeing school avoidance, irritability, isolation, and social difficulties starting at younger and younger ages.
With very young children (ages 0-2), the work always includes the parent, who is often working through their own postpartum anxiety or depression.
School. Friendships. Play. Sleep. Family. These are the tasks of childhood. Often when our young children are struggling, we are told to wait, that they will grow out of it or that this phase will pass on its own. Unfortunately that can lead to older children who continue to struggle, only on a bigger stage. We are seeing school avoidance, irritability, isolation, and social difficulties starting at younger and younger ages.
(720) 526-2643 View (720) 526-2643
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Jason Wells PhD
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
I respect and acknowledge your courage and initiative in exploring the possibility of therapy. As a Jungian & depth-oriented Psychotherapist with offices in Denver and Colorado Springs, I offer solid clinical expertise, soul-centered guidance and practical therapeutic help when you are feeling stuck, depressed, anxious, stressed, or struggling within a crisis, to help you reclaim hope and meaning. My approach utilizes your strengths while identifying difficulties that have hindered your ability to live fully your potential.
I respect and acknowledge your courage and initiative in exploring the possibility of therapy. As a Jungian & depth-oriented Psychotherapist with offices in Denver and Colorado Springs, I offer solid clinical expertise, soul-centered guidance and practical therapeutic help when you are feeling stuck, depressed, anxious, stressed, or struggling within a crisis, to help you reclaim hope and meaning. My approach utilizes your strengths while identifying difficulties that have hindered your ability to live fully your potential.
(720) 420-6042 View (720) 420-6042
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Ashley Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Are you struggling with your relationships? Do you feel anxious, burnt out, or have ADHD? My clients seek help to feel better, discover themselves, and heal from past trauma. Reaching out is the first step and often the most difficult; don’t let that hold you back. My integrative approach focuses on building up your strengths, instilling hope, and bringing wellness into your life.
Are you struggling with your relationships? Do you feel anxious, burnt out, or have ADHD? My clients seek help to feel better, discover themselves, and heal from past trauma. Reaching out is the first step and often the most difficult; don’t let that hold you back. My integrative approach focuses on building up your strengths, instilling hope, and bringing wellness into your life.
(970) 579-7585 View (970) 579-7585
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Danielle Rifkin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Arvada, CO 80003
As a mindfulness-based art therapist, I have a lot of experience working with grief, serious illness, spirituality, shifting out of unhealthy patterns, finding balance, anxiety and depression.
The poet Rainer Maria Rilke wisely states, “If we surrendered to earth’s intelligence, we could rise up rooted, like trees.” Art therapy and other mindfulness-based therapies allow you to bypass your defenses and programming to access a deeper knowing. Find guidance to do this brave and healing work. Come discover your natural intelligence and help heal and grow from the trauma and patterns you wish to be free from. If you are feeling stuck or lost, come learn tools to support you in the everyday to emotionally regulate, find deep self-compassion, and express your true self.
As a mindfulness-based art therapist, I have a lot of experience working with grief, serious illness, spirituality, shifting out of unhealthy patterns, finding balance, anxiety and depression.
The poet Rainer Maria Rilke wisely states, “If we surrendered to earth’s intelligence, we could rise up rooted, like trees.” Art therapy and other mindfulness-based therapies allow you to bypass your defenses and programming to access a deeper knowing. Find guidance to do this brave and healing work. Come discover your natural intelligence and help heal and grow from the trauma and patterns you wish to be free from. If you are feeling stuck or lost, come learn tools to support you in the everyday to emotionally regulate, find deep self-compassion, and express your true self.
(720) 712-2553 View (720) 712-2553
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Pamela Hamer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80219  (Online Only)
I work with adults struggling with anxiety or navigating life changes, and those experiencing pregnancy, pregnancy loss, postpartum anxiety/depression, and parenthood.
You hold yourself to high standards at home, at work, and in your relationships. At times that approach can pay off, but lately it feels out of balance. You constantly worry you're falling short or disappointing the people you care about. Your desire to keep others happy and avoid criticism makes it difficult to know what you want, to make decisions, or to ask for support without feeling like a burden. You're exhausted from battling uncomfortable feelings and thoughts. You’re ready for relief, to work with a seasoned therapist who sees the big picture and can help you understand how you got here and what needs to change.
I work with adults struggling with anxiety or navigating life changes, and those experiencing pregnancy, pregnancy loss, postpartum anxiety/depression, and parenthood.
You hold yourself to high standards at home, at work, and in your relationships. At times that approach can pay off, but lately it feels out of balance. You constantly worry you're falling short or disappointing the people you care about. Your desire to keep others happy and avoid criticism makes it difficult to know what you want, to make decisions, or to ask for support without feeling like a burden. You're exhausted from battling uncomfortable feelings and thoughts. You’re ready for relief, to work with a seasoned therapist who sees the big picture and can help you understand how you got here and what needs to change.
(720) 702-8197 View (720) 702-8197
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Julie Kittredge
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” –Maya Angelou. Sometimes life deals you a million little paper-cuts, relationships are challenging, our coping mechanisms aren’t helping, and we find ourselves disillusioned and disconnected. You may be dealing with a difficult or destructive marriage, anger and resentment, hurt from the church, relentless anxiety, unprocessed grief, feeling like you're trapped, or struggling with unspoken shadows of the past. Relational conflict feels like a never-ending cycle and you're beginning to wonder if it will ever get better.
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” –Maya Angelou. Sometimes life deals you a million little paper-cuts, relationships are challenging, our coping mechanisms aren’t helping, and we find ourselves disillusioned and disconnected. You may be dealing with a difficult or destructive marriage, anger and resentment, hurt from the church, relentless anxiety, unprocessed grief, feeling like you're trapped, or struggling with unspoken shadows of the past. Relational conflict feels like a never-ending cycle and you're beginning to wonder if it will ever get better.
(970) 840-0893 View (970) 840-0893

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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.