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Revival Therapy Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, or trauma, you can count on us to listen without judgment with one motive in mind- to see the best version of you.
We specialize in empowering you to meet the many challenges life throws your way with fortitude, so you may become the person you envision. Our staff is highly trained in several therapeutic techniques, so we can tailor a plan for your specific needs and circumstances. Our goal at Revival is to strengthen each of our clients to achieve their own goals, whatever they may be. We’re here to help improve relationships, and build competence, confidence, resilience, and productivity. We are committed to your overall best interest. Every. Single. Time. We have the utmost respect for you as a client.
Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, or trauma, you can count on us to listen without judgment with one motive in mind- to see the best version of you.
We specialize in empowering you to meet the many challenges life throws your way with fortitude, so you may become the person you envision. Our staff is highly trained in several therapeutic techniques, so we can tailor a plan for your specific needs and circumstances. Our goal at Revival is to strengthen each of our clients to achieve their own goals, whatever they may be. We’re here to help improve relationships, and build competence, confidence, resilience, and productivity. We are committed to your overall best interest. Every. Single. Time. We have the utmost respect for you as a client.
(720) 821-5907 View (720) 821-5907
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Renee Shurilla
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80205
I have have a lot of experience with anxiety, depression and OCD, as well as helping people with big life changes, self esteem, and relationship issues. Everybody is different, so in working together I will listen to you and what you need from me to help you the best. A big reason I decided to become a therapist due to the belief that if people are more connected and insightful about themselves—and how they impact the world—the world itself will become a better place.
I have have a lot of experience with anxiety, depression and OCD, as well as helping people with big life changes, self esteem, and relationship issues. Everybody is different, so in working together I will listen to you and what you need from me to help you the best. A big reason I decided to become a therapist due to the belief that if people are more connected and insightful about themselves—and how they impact the world—the world itself will become a better place.
(720) 790-3663 View (720) 790-3663
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Kelly L Caywood
Psychologist, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
I have over 19 years of clinical experience and specialize in the treatment of depression/anxiety disorders and addictive behaviors including substance abuse and self-injury.
Although we all need support, it can be very difficult to ask for help. I strive to create a collaborative, respectful, and supportive environment in order to address your challenges, determine your goals, and achieve the personal changes you want to make.
I have over 19 years of clinical experience and specialize in the treatment of depression/anxiety disorders and addictive behaviors including substance abuse and self-injury.
Although we all need support, it can be very difficult to ask for help. I strive to create a collaborative, respectful, and supportive environment in order to address your challenges, determine your goals, and achieve the personal changes you want to make.
(720) 903-2652 View (720) 903-2652
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Patrick Thomas Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
We specialize in Depression, Mood Disorders, Cluster "B" Personality Disorders, Self-Injury and Anxiety Disorders.
Our clinical focus is a "hybrid" approach combining Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Relational/Experiential therapy, primarily for the adolescent and emerging adult, but also working with adults, families and couples. Our clients struggle with regulating emotions, distress tolerance, core emptiness (confusion about oneself), as well as interpersonal conflict with frequent emotional chaos. Our time-limited, solution-focused technique is often sought to augment a person's existing individual therapy. Our approach is also effective in treating depression, self-injury, anxiety - focusing on coping skills. We are comprised of 4 licensed clinicians offering both individual, couple and group therapy.
We specialize in Depression, Mood Disorders, Cluster "B" Personality Disorders, Self-Injury and Anxiety Disorders.
Our clinical focus is a "hybrid" approach combining Dialectical and Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Relational/Experiential therapy, primarily for the adolescent and emerging adult, but also working with adults, families and couples. Our clients struggle with regulating emotions, distress tolerance, core emptiness (confusion about oneself), as well as interpersonal conflict with frequent emotional chaos. Our time-limited, solution-focused technique is often sought to augment a person's existing individual therapy. Our approach is also effective in treating depression, self-injury, anxiety - focusing on coping skills. We are comprised of 4 licensed clinicians offering both individual, couple and group therapy.
(303) 622-3685 View (303) 622-3685
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 650-2525 View (720) 650-2525
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Management
Counselor, MSW, MA, LCSW, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website link in bio! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website link in bio! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 796-4704 View (720) 796-4704
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Chris Woodward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80216
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include: stress management, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, social and general phobias, self-esteem issues, Depression and Bipolar, entitlement, parenting difficulties, anger management, personality disorders, grief and loss, trauma (EMDR), ADHD/ADD substance abuse problems, psychotic disorders, and adjustment difficulties.
I believe we are here to discover, learn, and experience as much as possible in this short journey. As a seasoned and experienced Counselor, I take a holistic (comprehensive) approach in psychotherapy focusing on all parts of a person which includes the emotional, social, biological, environmental, spiritual/philosophical (meaning and purpose), and psychological components that make us whole. And if you are in need of psychiatric medications, I work with a Psychiatrist in the area and you will have access to this service.
My specialties include: stress management, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, social and general phobias, self-esteem issues, Depression and Bipolar, entitlement, parenting difficulties, anger management, personality disorders, grief and loss, trauma (EMDR), ADHD/ADD substance abuse problems, psychotic disorders, and adjustment difficulties.
I believe we are here to discover, learn, and experience as much as possible in this short journey. As a seasoned and experienced Counselor, I take a holistic (comprehensive) approach in psychotherapy focusing on all parts of a person which includes the emotional, social, biological, environmental, spiritual/philosophical (meaning and purpose), and psychological components that make us whole. And if you are in need of psychiatric medications, I work with a Psychiatrist in the area and you will have access to this service.
(720) 897-0246 View (720) 897-0246
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Sara N Sica
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
Sara (She/ Her/ Hers) is passionate about working with kids, teens and adults struggling with life’s difficulties, including abuse, homelessness, trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Sara earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Denver, and her Bachelor’s Degree studying Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Rhode Island. Sara is a client-focused, values, strengths-based and trauma-focused clinician, who helps her clients restore their sense of self, increase their self-esteem, and obtain the goals that they set for themselves.
Sara (She/ Her/ Hers) is passionate about working with kids, teens and adults struggling with life’s difficulties, including abuse, homelessness, trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Sara earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Denver, and her Bachelor’s Degree studying Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Rhode Island. Sara is a client-focused, values, strengths-based and trauma-focused clinician, who helps her clients restore their sense of self, increase their self-esteem, and obtain the goals that they set for themselves.
(720) 807-7551 View (720) 807-7551
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Cynthia McCall
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80219
My name is Lyn McCall, I am a licensed addiction counselor. I have been working as a counselor for the past 29 years. My work focuses on a variety of issues: addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTDS, gender identify, just to name a few. Addiction and/or co-occurring mental health disorders has been my focus t throughout my career. I am comfortable working with adolescents or adults, both male and female. I specialize in EMDR, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and (DBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure Therapy.
My name is Lyn McCall, I am a licensed addiction counselor. I have been working as a counselor for the past 29 years. My work focuses on a variety of issues: addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTDS, gender identify, just to name a few. Addiction and/or co-occurring mental health disorders has been my focus t throughout my career. I am comfortable working with adolescents or adults, both male and female. I specialize in EMDR, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and (DBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure Therapy.
(720) 902-7373 View (720) 902-7373
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80215
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 465-7959 View (720) 465-7959
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Gage Gerardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80202  (Online Only)
Have you ever felt like you’ve experienced things in your life that make you feel alone, as if others can’t possibly understand? Have you been overwhelmed by your trauma to the point it has severely impacted your mental health – specifically depression and anxiety? Your choices and behaviors are all deep-rooted in issues of the past? Do you just need a better way to cope? If you struggle with any of the above questions, I may be a perfect match for you.
Have you ever felt like you’ve experienced things in your life that make you feel alone, as if others can’t possibly understand? Have you been overwhelmed by your trauma to the point it has severely impacted your mental health – specifically depression and anxiety? Your choices and behaviors are all deep-rooted in issues of the past? Do you just need a better way to cope? If you struggle with any of the above questions, I may be a perfect match for you.
(720) 410-9682 View (720) 410-9682
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Margot Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BA
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211  (Online Only)
Welcome to a safe haven for healing and hope. I am a compassionate therapist specializing in supporting individuals facing life transitions, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Navigating the complexities of life can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it alone. I am here to provide a safe and understanding space where we can work together to explore and overcome the obstacles that may be hindering your well-being. I am dedicated to tailoring our sessions to meet your unique needs, offering strategies to manage symptoms, and fostering a path towards lasting relief.
Welcome to a safe haven for healing and hope. I am a compassionate therapist specializing in supporting individuals facing life transitions, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Navigating the complexities of life can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it alone. I am here to provide a safe and understanding space where we can work together to explore and overcome the obstacles that may be hindering your well-being. I am dedicated to tailoring our sessions to meet your unique needs, offering strategies to manage symptoms, and fostering a path towards lasting relief.
(720) 650-0429 View (720) 650-0429
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Polaris Partners Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80209
Specialties include: depression, anxiety, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, grief & loss, LGBTQ, mood disorders, family conflict, dual diagnosis, neurofeedback, EMDR and healing from trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.
Specialties include: depression, anxiety, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, grief & loss, LGBTQ, mood disorders, family conflict, dual diagnosis, neurofeedback, EMDR and healing from trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.
(970) 579-4130 View (970) 579-4130
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Dawnelle Tilden
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
My specialty is working with adolescent issues, addiction, parenting, anxiety & depression.
Are you a parent who has found that managing your teen's emotions, behaviors and school performance a bigger challenge than you thought? Are you seeking support on how to set appropriate healthy boundaries while still maintaining a loving relationship with others? Are you wondering how to improve your situation? I can help you by exploring the challenges you are facing and empower you, to reconnect with yourself and others. We will explore the past but focus on the present to plan for a better future. If you are desiring change and are willing to make change, together we can figure out how.
My specialty is working with adolescent issues, addiction, parenting, anxiety & depression.
Are you a parent who has found that managing your teen's emotions, behaviors and school performance a bigger challenge than you thought? Are you seeking support on how to set appropriate healthy boundaries while still maintaining a loving relationship with others? Are you wondering how to improve your situation? I can help you by exploring the challenges you are facing and empower you, to reconnect with yourself and others. We will explore the past but focus on the present to plan for a better future. If you are desiring change and are willing to make change, together we can figure out how.
(720) 636-7258 View (720) 636-7258
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Diana Weyn Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80212  (Online Only)
Action is the enemy of anxiety, and I aim to offer goal-oriented and solutions-focused services to help you make the first step in your journey of improvement. I work to provide culturally-relevant and situation-specific interventions, with over a decade of experience in the field. I have backgrounds in nature-based therapies, training in experiential telephealth interventions, and offer a variety skill training to help you be your best. Therapy doesnt need to be boring. Break from the usual and ineffective. Gain new experiences in your healing! Only offering telehealth at this time, as my location is no longer in Glenwood Springs.
Action is the enemy of anxiety, and I aim to offer goal-oriented and solutions-focused services to help you make the first step in your journey of improvement. I work to provide culturally-relevant and situation-specific interventions, with over a decade of experience in the field. I have backgrounds in nature-based therapies, training in experiential telephealth interventions, and offer a variety skill training to help you be your best. Therapy doesnt need to be boring. Break from the usual and ineffective. Gain new experiences in your healing! Only offering telehealth at this time, as my location is no longer in Glenwood Springs.
(970) 436-5767 View (970) 436-5767
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Mataele Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work Candidate, SWC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80002
Aloha! My name is George Mataele and I enjoy connecting with individuals, families, marriages, couples and adolescents who struggle with everyday life functions. The client/s may have a deeply traumatic past and may struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Suicide, Bipolar DO etc. I love to work with clients who desire to improve, manage and control their mental health well being. Their goals would be to remove barriers that exist within themselves that perpetuate these struggles. My client will be open to exploring their own journey of self to find connection and wholeness.
Aloha! My name is George Mataele and I enjoy connecting with individuals, families, marriages, couples and adolescents who struggle with everyday life functions. The client/s may have a deeply traumatic past and may struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Suicide, Bipolar DO etc. I love to work with clients who desire to improve, manage and control their mental health well being. Their goals would be to remove barriers that exist within themselves that perpetuate these struggles. My client will be open to exploring their own journey of self to find connection and wholeness.
(720) 310-1171 View (720) 310-1171
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1st Priority Institute for Better Living
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80216
We know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. We hope to make that easier. We pride ourselves on the ability to work with each person in a supportive and encouraging setting. We strongly believe in each persons potential and ability to make changes and create happiness. Our clinicians are highly trained in a wide array of specialties. At 1st Priority Institute for Better Living the atmosphere is cheerful and hopeful; optimistic for a better tomorrow. We encourage you to dig deep and call today.
We know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. We hope to make that easier. We pride ourselves on the ability to work with each person in a supportive and encouraging setting. We strongly believe in each persons potential and ability to make changes and create happiness. Our clinicians are highly trained in a wide array of specialties. At 1st Priority Institute for Better Living the atmosphere is cheerful and hopeful; optimistic for a better tomorrow. We encourage you to dig deep and call today.
(720) 740-8949 View (720) 740-8949
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Peregrine Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231
Peregrine Counseling and Wellness is a nonprofit mental health organization based in southeast Denver, CO. We aim to promote wellbeing from a mind-body perspective, working to heal trauma through the integration of evidence-based practices. Our team of clinicians have over a decade or more of experience working with victims of trauma and trauma related disorders.
Peregrine Counseling and Wellness is a nonprofit mental health organization based in southeast Denver, CO. We aim to promote wellbeing from a mind-body perspective, working to heal trauma through the integration of evidence-based practices. Our team of clinicians have over a decade or more of experience working with victims of trauma and trauma related disorders.
(720) 709-1888 View (720) 709-1888
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Michael Barnard
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80203
Setbacks are not failures but questions asked of our own desire. Finding the way forward sometimes means exiting first through the back door of the symptom. You may yield to your symptom in order to suffer less (or more), or resist it the way you resist scratching that itch that won’t ever keep you from scratching it again, or you can anesthetize it or otherwise exist while it is simultaneously taking up space within you, speaking with your own body, killing your own time. But you can’t really live with your symptom, can you? In analysis the symptom becomes a most singular path to the peculiarity of your own unprecedented being.
Setbacks are not failures but questions asked of our own desire. Finding the way forward sometimes means exiting first through the back door of the symptom. You may yield to your symptom in order to suffer less (or more), or resist it the way you resist scratching that itch that won’t ever keep you from scratching it again, or you can anesthetize it or otherwise exist while it is simultaneously taking up space within you, speaking with your own body, killing your own time. But you can’t really live with your symptom, can you? In analysis the symptom becomes a most singular path to the peculiarity of your own unprecedented being.
(719) 245-2692 View (719) 245-2692
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Balanced MInd Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80228
Balanced MInd Counseling is a premium private practice counseling provider committed to supporting you in getting the help you or a loved one needs. We understand the challenge of making the first call, so we commit to: 1) Friendly, professional, compassionate and accessible scheduling. 2) An appointment within 24 hours, some even same day. 3) Supportive therapy in a conveniently located, private counseling office 4) Immediate, preferred access to qualified and professional therapists. 5) Judgement free zone.
Balanced MInd Counseling is a premium private practice counseling provider committed to supporting you in getting the help you or a loved one needs. We understand the challenge of making the first call, so we commit to: 1) Friendly, professional, compassionate and accessible scheduling. 2) An appointment within 24 hours, some even same day. 3) Supportive therapy in a conveniently located, private counseling office 4) Immediate, preferred access to qualified and professional therapists. 5) Judgement free zone.
(720) 709-2481 View (720) 709-2481
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.