Anxiety Therapists in Kremmling, CO

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Antelope Recovery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kremmling, CO 80459  (Online Only)
Disconnected, stuck, unmotivated, or deeply pained teens improve with therapy. If your teen is glued to their phone, failing school, has experienced a traumatic event, suicide attempt, is self-harming, abusing drugs, or has parents going through a divorce - we've seen it all. The teen experience is tough! At Antelope Recovery, we understand that not all teens want to go to therapy, but they know that what they're currently doing isn't working, and they want to feel better. We also specialize in helping teens who have tried other types of help, such as 1:1 therapy or medication but have not experienced significant improvement.
Disconnected, stuck, unmotivated, or deeply pained teens improve with therapy. If your teen is glued to their phone, failing school, has experienced a traumatic event, suicide attempt, is self-harming, abusing drugs, or has parents going through a divorce - we've seen it all. The teen experience is tough! At Antelope Recovery, we understand that not all teens want to go to therapy, but they know that what they're currently doing isn't working, and they want to feel better. We also specialize in helping teens who have tried other types of help, such as 1:1 therapy or medication but have not experienced significant improvement.
(720) 780-1028 View (720) 780-1028

Online Therapists

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Laura Phelps - Full Life Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Having a safe place to process thoughts and feelings is important. Whether you have experienced trauma, have been feeling depressed or anxious, are struggling with a relationship, making life transitions, or are seeking to gain self-awareness, I would be honored to work with you to create that space of healing and growth. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with my MA from Denver Seminary. I believe that empathy and compassion are essential in the therapeutic relationship and have found that progress is best achieved when integrating both the heart and the mind.
Having a safe place to process thoughts and feelings is important. Whether you have experienced trauma, have been feeling depressed or anxious, are struggling with a relationship, making life transitions, or are seeking to gain self-awareness, I would be honored to work with you to create that space of healing and growth. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with my MA from Denver Seminary. I believe that empathy and compassion are essential in the therapeutic relationship and have found that progress is best achieved when integrating both the heart and the mind.
(720) 336-5245 View (720) 336-5245
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Jackie Paslay
Counselor, MA, LPC-C, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Golden, CO 80401
While I have a very broad experience with a variety of different client demographics, therapeutic diagnosis, and ages I specialize in anxiety, depression, as well as major life transitions such as: divorce/dissolution of partnership, motherhood, career changes, health diagnosis, and big moves such as starting college or moving to a new city/state.
My therapeutic style is an integrated approach. I focus on building the therapeutic alliance and relationship by first practicing Person Centered Therapy which will ultimately evolve into practicing a variety of modalities that best resonate with you and what will best help you accomplish your therapeutic goals. Other modalities that might be a part of the therapy plan with me include, but are not limited to,: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy (NT), Motivational Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy: Art, Nature, Play, Somatic Therapy, Gestalt & more.
While I have a very broad experience with a variety of different client demographics, therapeutic diagnosis, and ages I specialize in anxiety, depression, as well as major life transitions such as: divorce/dissolution of partnership, motherhood, career changes, health diagnosis, and big moves such as starting college or moving to a new city/state.
My therapeutic style is an integrated approach. I focus on building the therapeutic alliance and relationship by first practicing Person Centered Therapy which will ultimately evolve into practicing a variety of modalities that best resonate with you and what will best help you accomplish your therapeutic goals. Other modalities that might be a part of the therapy plan with me include, but are not limited to,: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy (NT), Motivational Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy: Art, Nature, Play, Somatic Therapy, Gestalt & more.
(720) 893-9795 View (720) 893-9795
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Ruth Trowbridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
We humans are blessed with big brains, but overthinking causes suffering. It is natural to be anxious or worried at times. Past experiences can overwhelm our system and drag us down. The unknowable future can be frightening too. Life may become very uncomfortable! Without effective coping skills, we risk developing self-sabotaging habits that address our discomfort only in the short term. Habits like avoiding situations, abusing drugs/alcohol/gaming/food/relationships prolong our discomfort! All ages struggle with discomfort and seek relief. You could spend a lifetime yearning for ease while change is within reach.
We humans are blessed with big brains, but overthinking causes suffering. It is natural to be anxious or worried at times. Past experiences can overwhelm our system and drag us down. The unknowable future can be frightening too. Life may become very uncomfortable! Without effective coping skills, we risk developing self-sabotaging habits that address our discomfort only in the short term. Habits like avoiding situations, abusing drugs/alcohol/gaming/food/relationships prolong our discomfort! All ages struggle with discomfort and seek relief. You could spend a lifetime yearning for ease while change is within reach.
(970) 355-3726 View (970) 355-3726
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Kristina Normann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
I am a licensed clinical social worker and addictions counselor who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, life transition issues, trauma, and addiction.
Healing takes place through compassion, trust, and acceptance. I strive to help clients recognize their strengths in difficult times and promote healing from past hardships, stress, and addiction issues. I use a holistic approach, with emphasis on the mind-body connection. Several clients have told me that they appreciate my compassionate, non-judgmental and collaborative approach.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and addictions counselor who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, life transition issues, trauma, and addiction.
Healing takes place through compassion, trust, and acceptance. I strive to help clients recognize their strengths in difficult times and promote healing from past hardships, stress, and addiction issues. I use a holistic approach, with emphasis on the mind-body connection. Several clients have told me that they appreciate my compassionate, non-judgmental and collaborative approach.
(720) 897-5246 View (720) 897-5246
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Kristin Zastrow Lukela
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Broomfield, CO 80023
I have specialized in working with issues surrounding anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, transition, mind/body awareness, awakening wholeness, meditation.
Everyone is innately powerful! We are alive at a time where science and spirituality are verifying our potential to transform and heal literally anything which is landing us in the empowered position to live a life that is better than we could dream. As we begin to understand how our whole mind, body, and energy system is working then, we are able to access the wisest parts of ourselves and choose how we would like to live. This inner journey is powerful and important work, so I offer a free 20 minute, in person, consultation to determine our therapeutic compatibility and to honor the process.
I have specialized in working with issues surrounding anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, transition, mind/body awareness, awakening wholeness, meditation.
Everyone is innately powerful! We are alive at a time where science and spirituality are verifying our potential to transform and heal literally anything which is landing us in the empowered position to live a life that is better than we could dream. As we begin to understand how our whole mind, body, and energy system is working then, we are able to access the wisest parts of ourselves and choose how we would like to live. This inner journey is powerful and important work, so I offer a free 20 minute, in person, consultation to determine our therapeutic compatibility and to honor the process.
(720) 316-2463 View (720) 316-2463
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Rachel Bollinger Counseling, LLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Broomfield, CO 80020
"We don't have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to."-Brene Brown. I whole heartedly believe that healing occurs when we invite others to step into our story and walk along side us in times of struggle, hurt, and unknown. Because of this, I consider it an honor and privilege to be able to join you in your search for healing and wholeness. Although I am equipped to work with individuals in any stage of life I am especially passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults struggling with anything from anxiety and depression to trauma and self discovery.
"We don't have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to."-Brene Brown. I whole heartedly believe that healing occurs when we invite others to step into our story and walk along side us in times of struggle, hurt, and unknown. Because of this, I consider it an honor and privilege to be able to join you in your search for healing and wholeness. Although I am equipped to work with individuals in any stage of life I am especially passionate about working with children, teens, and young adults struggling with anything from anxiety and depression to trauma and self discovery.
(720) 586-4154 View (720) 586-4154
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Ewa Ostoja-Starzewska
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Wait List only: I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice in Fort Collins, CO with more than 25 yrs of clinical experience. I conduct sessions in-person and online, mostly working with adults. My expertise lies in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, such as OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, and anxiety related to traumatic experiences (including PTSD). I utilize multiple approaches: cognitive-behavioral-therapy (CBT, including ERP), eye-movement-desensitization (EMDR), and mindfulness. I incorporate ACT principles. I individualize treatment to each client, but I also teach foundational skills.
Wait List only: I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice in Fort Collins, CO with more than 25 yrs of clinical experience. I conduct sessions in-person and online, mostly working with adults. My expertise lies in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, such as OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, and anxiety related to traumatic experiences (including PTSD). I utilize multiple approaches: cognitive-behavioral-therapy (CBT, including ERP), eye-movement-desensitization (EMDR), and mindfulness. I incorporate ACT principles. I individualize treatment to each client, but I also teach foundational skills.
(970) 866-0995 View (970) 866-0995
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Lindsay Elizabeth Hanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I'm so happy you're exploring my practice. I can imgine there are a lot of emotions running through you; anxiety, worry, hope. I've heard all of these and more in my practice. These thoughts and feelings are so normal. Therapy is a big, important step for any couple or individual and one that will transform your life. It takes so much courage to take this step and be hopeful for something better!
I'm so happy you're exploring my practice. I can imgine there are a lot of emotions running through you; anxiety, worry, hope. I've heard all of these and more in my practice. These thoughts and feelings are so normal. Therapy is a big, important step for any couple or individual and one that will transform your life. It takes so much courage to take this step and be hopeful for something better!
(303) 848-3170 View (303) 848-3170
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Sarah Lucas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Welcome - I'm here to support you! In our sessions together, you'll be able to openly express your feelings, discover your strengths, and relate to your struggles in a whole new way. My style is warm, empowering, and practical. I want you to be able to walk out of each session feeling heard, supported, and equipped to handle the challenges life throws at you. I am a perinatal mental health specialist (PMH-C) and am passionate about working with individuals with prenatal and postpartum anxiety and prenatal and postpartum depression. I also enjoy helping clients who are encountering fertility challenges.
Welcome - I'm here to support you! In our sessions together, you'll be able to openly express your feelings, discover your strengths, and relate to your struggles in a whole new way. My style is warm, empowering, and practical. I want you to be able to walk out of each session feeling heard, supported, and equipped to handle the challenges life throws at you. I am a perinatal mental health specialist (PMH-C) and am passionate about working with individuals with prenatal and postpartum anxiety and prenatal and postpartum depression. I also enjoy helping clients who are encountering fertility challenges.
(720) 770-2069 View (720) 770-2069
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Rachel Bornstein
Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Other areas of focus include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
As a dedicated therapist, I focus on supporting women and mothers through a safe, non-judgmental space. My therapy style is supportive, compassionate, and tailored to fit your individual needs. My goal is to understand your values, perspectives, and experiences and offer therapy that meets you where you are and guides you to where you want to be. I am a mental health advocate who believes therapy isn’t about fixing people who are broken; it’s about healing from hurt, challenging beliefs that no longer serve us, and building new perspectives. Therapy is a gateway to prioritizing yourself, your relationships, and your overall health.
Other areas of focus include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
As a dedicated therapist, I focus on supporting women and mothers through a safe, non-judgmental space. My therapy style is supportive, compassionate, and tailored to fit your individual needs. My goal is to understand your values, perspectives, and experiences and offer therapy that meets you where you are and guides you to where you want to be. I am a mental health advocate who believes therapy isn’t about fixing people who are broken; it’s about healing from hurt, challenging beliefs that no longer serve us, and building new perspectives. Therapy is a gateway to prioritizing yourself, your relationships, and your overall health.
(720) 703-9475 View (720) 703-9475
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Chelsea Peck Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT, TIYT, RPCV
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80015  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with past trauma, PTSD, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship wounds.
I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, impacts from past traumas or generally feeling down about yourself, I am here to walk alongside you. I believe that everyone is capable of deep healing and personal growth. I will work to create a nurturing and grounded space where you can feel supported to uncover the root causes of what might be creating current challenges in your life and support you to find healing. I will help you understand the science behind the impact of stress and trauma on your brain and body, while helping you build ways to self-regulate and process past wounds.
I specialize in working with past trauma, PTSD, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship wounds.
I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, impacts from past traumas or generally feeling down about yourself, I am here to walk alongside you. I believe that everyone is capable of deep healing and personal growth. I will work to create a nurturing and grounded space where you can feel supported to uncover the root causes of what might be creating current challenges in your life and support you to find healing. I will help you understand the science behind the impact of stress and trauma on your brain and body, while helping you build ways to self-regulate and process past wounds.
(720) 928-2413 View (720) 928-2413
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Easha Tiwari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Henderson, CO 80640  (Online Only)
Stuck, stressed out, or down on yourself? Ruminating on negative thoughts about yourself, others, or the world? Wondering how difficult past experiences may impact your current struggles with identity, life transitions, anxiety, relationships, or depression? If you are searching for a warm, attentive therapist to support and accompany you on your healing journey, you are in the right place. I help adults work through trauma, abuse, grief, loss, inadequacy, perfectionism, and people-pleasing to feel more confident and stable in themselves and their relationships. We can guide your inner voice from criticism to compassion.
Stuck, stressed out, or down on yourself? Ruminating on negative thoughts about yourself, others, or the world? Wondering how difficult past experiences may impact your current struggles with identity, life transitions, anxiety, relationships, or depression? If you are searching for a warm, attentive therapist to support and accompany you on your healing journey, you are in the right place. I help adults work through trauma, abuse, grief, loss, inadequacy, perfectionism, and people-pleasing to feel more confident and stable in themselves and their relationships. We can guide your inner voice from criticism to compassion.
(720) 893-9745 View (720) 893-9745
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Jessica Speight
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTC, LPCC, CTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greeley, CO 80634
Waitlist for new clients
In our work together you will learn skills that can help you cope with anxiety, depression, trauma responses, and communicate needs with your partner in a way that can be heard and understood.
Are you the type of person who longs for connection and safety in your relationships, but ends up pushing those who care for you away? Often these behaviors are responses to childhood trauma. While these responses may have helped you survive your trauma in childhood, they are only causing you distress as an adult. If you have found your current way of coping with daily life or handling relationships is not working for you, I can help guide you in setting and achieving your goals of healthier communication, coping skills, and trust in your relationship.
In our work together you will learn skills that can help you cope with anxiety, depression, trauma responses, and communicate needs with your partner in a way that can be heard and understood.
Are you the type of person who longs for connection and safety in your relationships, but ends up pushing those who care for you away? Often these behaviors are responses to childhood trauma. While these responses may have helped you survive your trauma in childhood, they are only causing you distress as an adult. If you have found your current way of coping with daily life or handling relationships is not working for you, I can help guide you in setting and achieving your goals of healthier communication, coping skills, and trust in your relationship.
(970) 659-0697 View (970) 659-0697
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Sarah Serrano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Frisco, CO 80443
ONLINE Counseling service. "I've lost my passion." "I don't have the energy." Are you in a helping profession and dealing with occupational burnout and/or compassion fatigue? Choose to decrease your anxiety and stress levels, boost your mood, and be intentional about self-care. This is your time to put a stop to that negative downward spiral. This year you can boost your confidence level, increase your output, be proud of yourself, and change the course of your life. "How?" Connection, Accountability, and Support. You do not have to do it alone.
ONLINE Counseling service. "I've lost my passion." "I don't have the energy." Are you in a helping profession and dealing with occupational burnout and/or compassion fatigue? Choose to decrease your anxiety and stress levels, boost your mood, and be intentional about self-care. This is your time to put a stop to that negative downward spiral. This year you can boost your confidence level, increase your output, be proud of yourself, and change the course of your life. "How?" Connection, Accountability, and Support. You do not have to do it alone.
(970) 373-0953 View (970) 373-0953
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Jodi Reffel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Parker, CO 80138  (Online Only)
I am an LPC with 25 years experience. I specialize in trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. Certified as a grief counselor in 2021, I've also been using EMDR for two years and am close to completing my certification. Online therapy has allowed me to reach a broader audience and has been an effective mode of service. Witnessing transformative healing, I'm dedicated to guiding individuals toward resilience. My approach combines empathy with evidence-based techniques, ensuring a safe space for clients to navigate their emotions. My commitment to continuous learning and the well-being of those I serve remains unwavering.
I am an LPC with 25 years experience. I specialize in trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. Certified as a grief counselor in 2021, I've also been using EMDR for two years and am close to completing my certification. Online therapy has allowed me to reach a broader audience and has been an effective mode of service. Witnessing transformative healing, I'm dedicated to guiding individuals toward resilience. My approach combines empathy with evidence-based techniques, ensuring a safe space for clients to navigate their emotions. My commitment to continuous learning and the well-being of those I serve remains unwavering.
(720) 712-1392 View (720) 712-1392
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Lyndy Modesitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Evergreen, CO 80439
Healing is a release from within. My role as a therapist is to help my clients access the innate self-compassion to the universal states of the human condition that includes fear, despair, shame, craving, anger, anxiety and trauma that may keep us divided against ourselves and others.
Healing is a release from within. My role as a therapist is to help my clients access the innate self-compassion to the universal states of the human condition that includes fear, despair, shame, craving, anger, anxiety and trauma that may keep us divided against ourselves and others.
(720) 964-1113 View (720) 964-1113
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Heartwise Healing | Caroline Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80307
I am a good match for Individuals: who are in transition, feel worn out from an old way of being, struggling to find their center in relationships, or have experienced loss of power from past relationships, have early on trauma and struggle to break from old patterns, struggling with low self-esteem, social anxiety, shame, lack of joy, relational trauma and discord, childhood family trauma, anxiety, nervous system exhaustion, depression, loss during life transitions and physical health challenges. I offer support for clients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, complex trauma / CPSTD and those curious about their bicultural identity.
I am a good match for Individuals: who are in transition, feel worn out from an old way of being, struggling to find their center in relationships, or have experienced loss of power from past relationships, have early on trauma and struggle to break from old patterns, struggling with low self-esteem, social anxiety, shame, lack of joy, relational trauma and discord, childhood family trauma, anxiety, nervous system exhaustion, depression, loss during life transitions and physical health challenges. I offer support for clients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, complex trauma / CPSTD and those curious about their bicultural identity.
(303) 951-5562 View (303) 951-5562
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Rose Caracostas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Lone Tree, CO 80124
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults that struggle (13yo-65yo) with anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideations/homicidal ideations, self-harm, as well as high-risk youth. I also work with adults who have anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am trauma certified, certified in suicide awareness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I also have training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults that struggle (13yo-65yo) with anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideations/homicidal ideations, self-harm, as well as high-risk youth. I also work with adults who have anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am trauma certified, certified in suicide awareness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I also have training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
(303) 720-7824 View (303) 720-7824
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Alissa Shanahan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, SWC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centennial, CO 80112
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in Anxiety and Depression, Trauma, Regulation Skills, Women’s Issues, Highly Sensitive People, Self-Esteem, and more.
My practice is informed by my eclectic educational background, eastern and indigenous teachings, and the body’s innate sense of wisdom. I consider myself to be a warm, grounding individual, and am here to learn from you and walk with you on your mental health journey. I have learned a great deal about the ‘mind-body split’ and the reality that modern therapy often leaves the body and spirit out of the picture, much to our detriment. I work with clients to begin building relationships with their bodies, nervous systems, and greater selves, with the goal of increased coping skills, embodiment, resiliency and neuroplasticity.
I specialize in Anxiety and Depression, Trauma, Regulation Skills, Women’s Issues, Highly Sensitive People, Self-Esteem, and more.
My practice is informed by my eclectic educational background, eastern and indigenous teachings, and the body’s innate sense of wisdom. I consider myself to be a warm, grounding individual, and am here to learn from you and walk with you on your mental health journey. I have learned a great deal about the ‘mind-body split’ and the reality that modern therapy often leaves the body and spirit out of the picture, much to our detriment. I work with clients to begin building relationships with their bodies, nervous systems, and greater selves, with the goal of increased coping skills, embodiment, resiliency and neuroplasticity.
(720) 575-3883 View (720) 575-3883
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.