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Kelly Keys
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21230
Waitlist for new clients
Are you and/or your child open to the challenging and vulnerable, but beautiful journey that is exploring/bettering overall mental health? If so, you've come to the -not-so- perfect place! I most enjoy working with clients who can appreciate humor and straight-forwardness, as I often approach the therapeutic relationship with authenticity and acceptance as well as the mindset of embracing imperfection. I specialize in individual and family therapy focusing on ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress/trauma for individuals under the age of 30 :)
Are you and/or your child open to the challenging and vulnerable, but beautiful journey that is exploring/bettering overall mental health? If so, you've come to the -not-so- perfect place! I most enjoy working with clients who can appreciate humor and straight-forwardness, as I often approach the therapeutic relationship with authenticity and acceptance as well as the mindset of embracing imperfection. I specialize in individual and family therapy focusing on ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress/trauma for individuals under the age of 30 :)
(443) 972-5862 View (443) 972-5862
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Julia Sanders
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21230  (Online Only)
Julia is specialized in working with clients that struggle body image and eating disorders, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, And chronic stress.
Julia has worked with cases of acute psychosis, trauma, SUD, adults struggling with homelessness, and mental illness. Julia now a has focus on helping clients foster self-confidence, healthy coping skills, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving abilities. Julia enjoys looking for creative solutions to problems and brings that aspect of creativity to therapy. She focuses her practice on a Person-Centered, Strength Based approach. Julia strives to focus therapy on each individual’s abilities, strengths, and needs and collaborates with clients on their goals and approaches to treatment.
Julia is specialized in working with clients that struggle body image and eating disorders, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, And chronic stress.
Julia has worked with cases of acute psychosis, trauma, SUD, adults struggling with homelessness, and mental illness. Julia now a has focus on helping clients foster self-confidence, healthy coping skills, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving abilities. Julia enjoys looking for creative solutions to problems and brings that aspect of creativity to therapy. She focuses her practice on a Person-Centered, Strength Based approach. Julia strives to focus therapy on each individual’s abilities, strengths, and needs and collaborates with clients on their goals and approaches to treatment.
(443) 665-8385 View (443) 665-8385
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Jeanne Garrett
Counselor, NCC , LGPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21202
Do you grapple with an unshakeable sense of discontentment, feeling that something vital is missing in life? Do you recognize a void within yourself despite your achievements that is driving you to seek therapy? Do you seek to unravel the complexities of your identity, motivations, and desires, hoping to uncover the root cause of your dissatisfaction? You may want to address surface-level issues and embark on a journey of self-exploration and understanding. I specialize in anxiety, depression, college mental health, ADHD, and life transitions, making me equipped to address a wide range of concerns.
Do you grapple with an unshakeable sense of discontentment, feeling that something vital is missing in life? Do you recognize a void within yourself despite your achievements that is driving you to seek therapy? Do you seek to unravel the complexities of your identity, motivations, and desires, hoping to uncover the root cause of your dissatisfaction? You may want to address surface-level issues and embark on a journey of self-exploration and understanding. I specialize in anxiety, depression, college mental health, ADHD, and life transitions, making me equipped to address a wide range of concerns.
(443) 383-3536 View (443) 383-3536
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Steven Christopher Savoy
Counselor
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21211  (Online Only)
I have experience treating clients with mood disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder.
I believe that all individuals deserve a space to feel safe to discuss their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Exploring ways to become more present with oneself is essential to positive social growth. I provide a collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental approach to treatment. I assist clients in their journeys to better communication, a positive perspective on life, coping with trauma, understanding Self, and resolving conflict.
I have experience treating clients with mood disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder.
I believe that all individuals deserve a space to feel safe to discuss their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Exploring ways to become more present with oneself is essential to positive social growth. I provide a collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental approach to treatment. I assist clients in their journeys to better communication, a positive perspective on life, coping with trauma, understanding Self, and resolving conflict.
(240) 201-9615 View (240) 201-9615
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Rachael Spenadel
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21224  (Online Only)
I can help with life transitions, relationship issues, family-of-origin issues, ADHD, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and childhood or relationship trauma processing.
Please note I am only seeing clients via telehealth. I have convenient evening hours and some daytime hours. Currently my openings are as follows: Weekly: Tuesday-4pm. Bi-weekly: Tuesday- 3pm and 5pm. Wednesday- 3pm. My ideal client is motivated to change and build a deeper understanding of self. They may be feeling stuck or lost and need an external push. I provide compassion, humor, challenging, insight, and tailored strategies to empower you to finding your way. I have a lot of experience working with college students and post-grads, but love working with teenagers and adults of any age.
I can help with life transitions, relationship issues, family-of-origin issues, ADHD, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and childhood or relationship trauma processing.
Please note I am only seeing clients via telehealth. I have convenient evening hours and some daytime hours. Currently my openings are as follows: Weekly: Tuesday-4pm. Bi-weekly: Tuesday- 3pm and 5pm. Wednesday- 3pm. My ideal client is motivated to change and build a deeper understanding of self. They may be feeling stuck or lost and need an external push. I provide compassion, humor, challenging, insight, and tailored strategies to empower you to finding your way. I have a lot of experience working with college students and post-grads, but love working with teenagers and adults of any age.
(240) 453-4029 View (240) 453-4029
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Lisa Fracica
Art Therapist, MA, MFA, LCPC, LGPAT, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21210  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, the effects of trauma, or relationship challenges? I provide a safe nonjudgmental space to facilitate your healing and growth As an art therapist, counselor, and Ph.D. Art Therapy degree candidate, I view clients holistically. When someone is experiencing anxiety or other mental health issues I work with them to make positive changes that reduce anxiety, depression, and lead to greater overall well-being. In addition, I help clients identify and change patterns of interacting with others that are causing challenges in their relationships.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, the effects of trauma, or relationship challenges? I provide a safe nonjudgmental space to facilitate your healing and growth As an art therapist, counselor, and Ph.D. Art Therapy degree candidate, I view clients holistically. When someone is experiencing anxiety or other mental health issues I work with them to make positive changes that reduce anxiety, depression, and lead to greater overall well-being. In addition, I help clients identify and change patterns of interacting with others that are causing challenges in their relationships.
(443) 227-5636 View (443) 227-5636
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Sierra Hillsman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21218
Anxiety, adjustment & life transitions, stress management, work-life harmony, spirituality, and self-esteem-related issues are my specialties.
With every twist and turn of life's happenings come the fear of uncertainty, grieving the loss of what once was, and even the excitement of what's to come. I'm here to tell you that your thoughts, feelings, and emotions do not have to be as black and white as the world would try to make them out to be. As a trauma-informed professional, I am passionate about helping clients who seek to heal from their life experiences. Whether you're starting or strengthening your wellness journey, my intentions are to cultivate a safe space for you to redefine a new sense of normalcy on your own terms.
Anxiety, adjustment & life transitions, stress management, work-life harmony, spirituality, and self-esteem-related issues are my specialties.
With every twist and turn of life's happenings come the fear of uncertainty, grieving the loss of what once was, and even the excitement of what's to come. I'm here to tell you that your thoughts, feelings, and emotions do not have to be as black and white as the world would try to make them out to be. As a trauma-informed professional, I am passionate about helping clients who seek to heal from their life experiences. Whether you're starting or strengthening your wellness journey, my intentions are to cultivate a safe space for you to redefine a new sense of normalcy on your own terms.
(404) 974-3128 View (404) 974-3128
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Hartwell's Wheelhouse and Counseling Service, LLC
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201  (Online Only)
I am motivated and committed to assisting clients in reaching their greatest and most powerful life success outcomes, by providing therapeutic and coaching services that ensure optimal mental and emotional well-being. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and substance abuse. I work mostly with an adult population but will provide services to adolescents. I also work with public, private and faith based communities, providing life skills workshops and training. I currently accept insurances through Maryland Medicaid, Aetna and Care First Blue Cross Blue Shield.
I am motivated and committed to assisting clients in reaching their greatest and most powerful life success outcomes, by providing therapeutic and coaching services that ensure optimal mental and emotional well-being. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and substance abuse. I work mostly with an adult population but will provide services to adolescents. I also work with public, private and faith based communities, providing life skills workshops and training. I currently accept insurances through Maryland Medicaid, Aetna and Care First Blue Cross Blue Shield.
(410) 286-1825 View (410) 286-1825
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Sherri Joynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201  (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I have been trained in trauma-focused CBT with specialties in  PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Interpersonal Relationships.
Our individual experiences play a role in shaping our personalities, how we see the world, and how we view ourselves. My goal is to help increase your self-awareness through self-exploration and world-exploration. This approach requires openmindedness, flexibility, and hard work. As a poet, I take a creative approach to nearly all I do, particularly therapy. Life is all about balance and therapy can be emotionally draining work. So I like to make therapy as fun and interesting as possible. I love working with people who are willing to learn, are open to trying new things, who want to grow and like to have fun in the process.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I have been trained in trauma-focused CBT with specialties in  PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Interpersonal Relationships.
Our individual experiences play a role in shaping our personalities, how we see the world, and how we view ourselves. My goal is to help increase your self-awareness through self-exploration and world-exploration. This approach requires openmindedness, flexibility, and hard work. As a poet, I take a creative approach to nearly all I do, particularly therapy. Life is all about balance and therapy can be emotionally draining work. So I like to make therapy as fun and interesting as possible. I love working with people who are willing to learn, are open to trying new things, who want to grow and like to have fun in the process.
(410) 862-3778 View (410) 862-3778
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Robert Humphreys
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
Before earning my MA in Counseling Psychology from Towson University, I received a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from UMBC. As such, I understand the importance of integrating concepts of community, culture and meaning-making into clinical practice. I specialize in treating clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and addiction. I also welcome non-native English speakers and clients whose country of origin is outside of the U.S.
Before earning my MA in Counseling Psychology from Towson University, I received a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from UMBC. As such, I understand the importance of integrating concepts of community, culture and meaning-making into clinical practice. I specialize in treating clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and addiction. I also welcome non-native English speakers and clients whose country of origin is outside of the U.S.
(410) 291-1209 View (410) 291-1209
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Nun Sava-Siva Amen-Ra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DrPH, MA, MSEd, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201
All psychological issues are ultimately existential in origin, entailing a confrontation with death, loss, meaning, purpose and value. All that we do (knowingly or unknowingly) is dedicated to deciphering these daunting and irrepressible demands of existence. Few are successful in resolving or even clearly conceptualizing these existential issues and their minds inevitably descend into despair, depression and anxiety. Some seek to assuage their suffering with psychoactive substances (illicit and licit) and this leads only to addiction and abdication of autonomy over one's authentic self. My System offers a solution.
All psychological issues are ultimately existential in origin, entailing a confrontation with death, loss, meaning, purpose and value. All that we do (knowingly or unknowingly) is dedicated to deciphering these daunting and irrepressible demands of existence. Few are successful in resolving or even clearly conceptualizing these existential issues and their minds inevitably descend into despair, depression and anxiety. Some seek to assuage their suffering with psychoactive substances (illicit and licit) and this leads only to addiction and abdication of autonomy over one's authentic self. My System offers a solution.
(223) 217-2766 View (223) 217-2766
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Shauna Hurd
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201
Are you currently grieving the loss of a loved one? Are you facing conflicts within your family? Do you feel like you've lost your sense of purpose or misunderstood by others? Have you recently gone through a challenging experience and now feel confused, anxious, or depressed? Do you find life overwhelming? Navigating life's changes can be tough. My passion for helping people find balance and clarity in their minds and emotions drives me to embark on a journey with you towards well-being and hope.
Are you currently grieving the loss of a loved one? Are you facing conflicts within your family? Do you feel like you've lost your sense of purpose or misunderstood by others? Have you recently gone through a challenging experience and now feel confused, anxious, or depressed? Do you find life overwhelming? Navigating life's changes can be tough. My passion for helping people find balance and clarity in their minds and emotions drives me to embark on a journey with you towards well-being and hope.
(410) 623-7969 View (410) 623-7969
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Bethany Heaton (Nagel)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21204
I enjoy working with men and women who are struggling with depression or anxiety and those desiring to work through life transitions or relational dynamics. I work specifically with women experiencing challenges in the postpartum period. I have a passion for working with couples to establish healthy marriages where spouses feel valued, heard, and understood by one another. As a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator I also enjoy working with couples in the pre-marital stage looking to establish a strong foundation. In order to attend to a client's overall wellbeing I often integrate my training in health, wellness and nutrition.
I enjoy working with men and women who are struggling with depression or anxiety and those desiring to work through life transitions or relational dynamics. I work specifically with women experiencing challenges in the postpartum period. I have a passion for working with couples to establish healthy marriages where spouses feel valued, heard, and understood by one another. As a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator I also enjoy working with couples in the pre-marital stage looking to establish a strong foundation. In order to attend to a client's overall wellbeing I often integrate my training in health, wellness and nutrition.
(301) 684-6249 View (301) 684-6249
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DIY Wellness, LLC
LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21208
Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, or simply seeking overall well-being, this group practice offers comprehensive, individualized, person-centered plans that integrate evidence-based therapy with life coaching, mindfulness, food health, and other holistic/integrative health modalities.
Some days you can handle it. The intrusive thoughts, the incessant worry, the crippling fear, the relentless anxiety, the mental anguish, and the sadness that leaves you feeling alone. Some days you make do; put your needs to the side, and you simply keep going. You are a warrior, relying on nothing but strength. But where's the balance in that? Are you ready... to make room for you, to heal, and to bring more balance to your life by adding an arsenal of new tools, skills and elevated thinking? We will work together to identify and address root causes of mental stress and develop strategies to promote holistic healing and balance.
Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, or simply seeking overall well-being, this group practice offers comprehensive, individualized, person-centered plans that integrate evidence-based therapy with life coaching, mindfulness, food health, and other holistic/integrative health modalities.
Some days you can handle it. The intrusive thoughts, the incessant worry, the crippling fear, the relentless anxiety, the mental anguish, and the sadness that leaves you feeling alone. Some days you make do; put your needs to the side, and you simply keep going. You are a warrior, relying on nothing but strength. But where's the balance in that? Are you ready... to make room for you, to heal, and to bring more balance to your life by adding an arsenal of new tools, skills and elevated thinking? We will work together to identify and address root causes of mental stress and develop strategies to promote holistic healing and balance.
(443) 565-6097 View (443) 565-6097
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Heather M Stackus
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21208  (Online Only)
I help clients reduce anxiety and depression who have experienced trauma.
I work with children, adults, families, and couples. I work to help strengthen the development of parenting skills, boundary setting, communication, decision making and behavioral management. I assist with the development of emotional intelligence including self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, and empathy for others. For children, I see ages 3+.
I help clients reduce anxiety and depression who have experienced trauma.
I work with children, adults, families, and couples. I work to help strengthen the development of parenting skills, boundary setting, communication, decision making and behavioral management. I assist with the development of emotional intelligence including self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, and empathy for others. For children, I see ages 3+.
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Abimelec Torres Serrano
Counselor, MS, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21287  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome! I’m a bilingual therapist with experience working with individuals struggling with a wide range of psychiatric/emotional concerns such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and grief. I also work with individuals who identify with sexual, gender, spiritual, and/or cultural minorities, professionals in the healthcare industry or first responders, those struggling with life transitions in their personal and/or professional life, and relationship concerns. I believe that healthy relationships are essential for our well-being and enjoy helping others to develop and strengthen those relationships.
Hello and Welcome! I’m a bilingual therapist with experience working with individuals struggling with a wide range of psychiatric/emotional concerns such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and grief. I also work with individuals who identify with sexual, gender, spiritual, and/or cultural minorities, professionals in the healthcare industry or first responders, those struggling with life transitions in their personal and/or professional life, and relationship concerns. I believe that healthy relationships are essential for our well-being and enjoy helping others to develop and strengthen those relationships.
(410) 376-8252 View (410) 376-8252
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Rachel Ding
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21211  (Online Only)
Immediate Openings! Under the supervision of the well-known Lacanian psychoanalyst Bruce Fink, I strive to empower my patients to develop a deep sense of curiosity and compassion towards themselves as well as their pain and suffering. During my education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University and postgraduate private practice experience, I am experienced in working with late stage adolescents and adults from various cultural backgrounds facing various issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, interpersonal relations, cultural adjustment issues faced by immigration families, international students.
Immediate Openings! Under the supervision of the well-known Lacanian psychoanalyst Bruce Fink, I strive to empower my patients to develop a deep sense of curiosity and compassion towards themselves as well as their pain and suffering. During my education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University and postgraduate private practice experience, I am experienced in working with late stage adolescents and adults from various cultural backgrounds facing various issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, interpersonal relations, cultural adjustment issues faced by immigration families, international students.
(443) 888-2341 View (443) 888-2341
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Jonisha Toomer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21239
I specialize in depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
My ideal client is one that is ready to do the work in their journey to wellness. An individual that understands that healing is not linear but with the development of the right tools we can build the confidence to grow forward together.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
My ideal client is one that is ready to do the work in their journey to wellness. An individual that understands that healing is not linear but with the development of the right tools we can build the confidence to grow forward together.
(410) 237-8588 View (410) 237-8588
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Grace L Marudas
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21217
I am a licensed mental health professional with over 7 years experience providing treatment to children and adults of diverse populations from a person-centered, integrated, and empathetic approach to counseling. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, career difficulties, depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions and many other issues that prevent my clients from becoming the best version of themselves. I am available on BetterHelp and Headway at this time.
I am a licensed mental health professional with over 7 years experience providing treatment to children and adults of diverse populations from a person-centered, integrated, and empathetic approach to counseling. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, career difficulties, depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions and many other issues that prevent my clients from becoming the best version of themselves. I am available on BetterHelp and Headway at this time.
(443) 648-9454 View (443) 648-9454
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AMA Transitional Services, LLC
Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21239  (Online Only)
We are a group of telehealth therapist. All clinician's are Master's level educated with experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment. We specialize in working with young adults and adults experiencing difficulties transitioning from one area of life into another area of life i.e. high school to work world, changing jobs, anxiety, working through stress, grief and loss, depression, substance abuse issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, motivation, trauma, domestic violence, co-occurring, and family issues. Independent supervision available for substance abuse certificate holders, LGPC, LGADC, LGPAT, LGMFT.
We are a group of telehealth therapist. All clinician's are Master's level educated with experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment. We specialize in working with young adults and adults experiencing difficulties transitioning from one area of life into another area of life i.e. high school to work world, changing jobs, anxiety, working through stress, grief and loss, depression, substance abuse issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, motivation, trauma, domestic violence, co-occurring, and family issues. Independent supervision available for substance abuse certificate holders, LGPC, LGADC, LGPAT, LGMFT.
(443) 402-3200 View (443) 402-3200
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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.