Anxiety Therapists in Garment District, New York, NY

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Bon Ha Gu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Bon Ha is a psychotherapist with extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD. He is also proficient in issues pertaining to interpersonal relationships and spirituality. Bon Ha has performed short and long-term work with individuals, couples,in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including hospital systems, outpatient mental health clinics, mandated drug and substance abuse centers, and non-profit organizations that help disenfranchised youth.
Bon Ha is a psychotherapist with extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD. He is also proficient in issues pertaining to interpersonal relationships and spirituality. Bon Ha has performed short and long-term work with individuals, couples,in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including hospital systems, outpatient mental health clinics, mandated drug and substance abuse centers, and non-profit organizations that help disenfranchised youth.
(929) 209-5606 View (929) 209-5606
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Shahreen Awal
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
I’ve worked with individuals who are experiencing life’s stressors, addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma and more.
**I am more accessible by email!** Therapy is a bridge of communication that fosters healing, growth & insight. It's important for clients to feel safe & to have their voice heard & truly be seen. My theoretical orientation is an integrative approach that incorporates humanistic, psychodynamic & cognitive behavioral ideologies, which allows me the flexibility to give individualized care. Clients are encouraged to develop goals they hope to accomplish; explore their thoughts & feelings & the root causes of their core beliefs; learning to challenge themselves; & create healthy coping tools to assist in their healing process.
I’ve worked with individuals who are experiencing life’s stressors, addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma and more.
**I am more accessible by email!** Therapy is a bridge of communication that fosters healing, growth & insight. It's important for clients to feel safe & to have their voice heard & truly be seen. My theoretical orientation is an integrative approach that incorporates humanistic, psychodynamic & cognitive behavioral ideologies, which allows me the flexibility to give individualized care. Clients are encouraged to develop goals they hope to accomplish; explore their thoughts & feelings & the root causes of their core beliefs; learning to challenge themselves; & create healthy coping tools to assist in their healing process.
(917) 924-8977 View (917) 924-8977
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Megan Fitzgerald
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
She treats a variety of conditions, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transition, relationship issues, self-esteem problems, sleep disorders, stress, trauma, women’s issues, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Megan Fitzgerald is a licensed mental health counselor. Megan approaches each patient with respect, empathy, and an open mind to hold space and assist them through life’s difficulties. Megan believes the patient is truly the expert of their own experience. She hopes to create a space where patients feel free to express themselves and work on improving their lives. During sessions with Megan, patients can expect her to be a non-judgmental ally. Her goal is to engage with her patients and provide the support they need to improve their lives.
She treats a variety of conditions, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transition, relationship issues, self-esteem problems, sleep disorders, stress, trauma, women’s issues, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Megan Fitzgerald is a licensed mental health counselor. Megan approaches each patient with respect, empathy, and an open mind to hold space and assist them through life’s difficulties. Megan believes the patient is truly the expert of their own experience. She hopes to create a space where patients feel free to express themselves and work on improving their lives. During sessions with Megan, patients can expect her to be a non-judgmental ally. Her goal is to engage with her patients and provide the support they need to improve their lives.
(929) 362-5799 View (929) 362-5799
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Toby Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with an array of issues including: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body image disturbance, self-injurious behaviors, self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, bullying, religious/spirituality, trauma, and identity issues.
While navigating through daily life, people can find themselves facing challenges that can feel insurmountable, leaving them feeling as though they are overwhelmed, hopeless, and alone. By creating a safe and non-judgmental environment, I can help you to explore these issues in order to help facilitate finding a solution.The most important component to any successful therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship, which I provide with both empathy and respect.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with an array of issues including: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body image disturbance, self-injurious behaviors, self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, bullying, religious/spirituality, trauma, and identity issues.
While navigating through daily life, people can find themselves facing challenges that can feel insurmountable, leaving them feeling as though they are overwhelmed, hopeless, and alone. By creating a safe and non-judgmental environment, I can help you to explore these issues in order to help facilitate finding a solution.The most important component to any successful therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship, which I provide with both empathy and respect.
(646) 846-2775 View (646) 846-2775
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Sharyn Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
My experience includes working with people to improve their moods, decrease their fears and anxieties and enhance relationships.
Therapy is an opportunity to discover our unique individual humanity and gives us the tools to get to know ourselves in a more true and authentic way. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them access the full range of their creative potential. My practice combines traditional, alternative and contemporary approaches that are rooted in psychodynamic, gestalt, and mindfulness orientations. My approach is humanistic, interactive, and present centered.
My experience includes working with people to improve their moods, decrease their fears and anxieties and enhance relationships.
Therapy is an opportunity to discover our unique individual humanity and gives us the tools to get to know ourselves in a more true and authentic way. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them access the full range of their creative potential. My practice combines traditional, alternative and contemporary approaches that are rooted in psychodynamic, gestalt, and mindfulness orientations. My approach is humanistic, interactive, and present centered.
(718) 569-8513 View (718) 569-8513
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Di Liu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey. I provide psychotherapy to adults and children in both English and Mandarin Chinese (普通话). I offer individual and family/couple psychotherapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and intense emotional states, such as fear, anger, hopelessness, and shame. I work with people who have survived trauma and other deep emotional wounds, as well as those going through life transitions, such as becoming a parent, entering a new job or relationship, break ups, or the complexities of adjusting to life in a new culture and society.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey. I provide psychotherapy to adults and children in both English and Mandarin Chinese (普通话). I offer individual and family/couple psychotherapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and intense emotional states, such as fear, anger, hopelessness, and shame. I work with people who have survived trauma and other deep emotional wounds, as well as those going through life transitions, such as becoming a parent, entering a new job or relationship, break ups, or the complexities of adjusting to life in a new culture and society.
(646) 916-5379 View (646) 916-5379
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Stacy Babbitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
I strive to create a safe and productive space in which you can comfortably share your struggles, be it depression, anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, past trauma, relationship issues or discomfort of any kind. I am an active and directive participant in the therapeutic process. No matter where in your life you are struggling, together we will establish goals and achieve results. With compassion, experience, skill, and a bit of humor, I aim to help my clients get out of their own way, strengthen their ability to cope, and achieve greater satisfaction with their life and relationships.
I strive to create a safe and productive space in which you can comfortably share your struggles, be it depression, anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, past trauma, relationship issues or discomfort of any kind. I am an active and directive participant in the therapeutic process. No matter where in your life you are struggling, together we will establish goals and achieve results. With compassion, experience, skill, and a bit of humor, I aim to help my clients get out of their own way, strengthen their ability to cope, and achieve greater satisfaction with their life and relationships.
(347) 577-9720 View (347) 577-9720
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Justin Laird
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
Compassion, authenticity, and honesty are at the core of my approach to therapy. In a supportive space, we determine and work toward your goals together. Using dialogue, creativity, and humor at times, you may challenge old patterns, develop new awareness, cultivate a sense of belonging, and learn how to satisfy your needs. I work with individual clients who experience anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and much more.
Compassion, authenticity, and honesty are at the core of my approach to therapy. In a supportive space, we determine and work toward your goals together. Using dialogue, creativity, and humor at times, you may challenge old patterns, develop new awareness, cultivate a sense of belonging, and learn how to satisfy your needs. I work with individual clients who experience anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and much more.
(347) 491-5161 View (347) 491-5161
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Julissa Hernandez
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
She treats ADHD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, sleep issues, stress, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, mood disorders, and more.
Julissa Hernandez is a licensed mental health counselor. Julissa believes therapy is very specific in the sense that each individual needs and wants unique outcomes. In keeping with this, Julissa tailors her approach to each patient. She understands that vulnerability is not easy. In building a strong therapeutic alliance with her patients, she provides space for them to feel safe and explore difficult topics. Through conversation and exploration, Julissa helps patients become aware of patterns in their lives and create healthy ways to navigate their interactions and build stable, healthy lives.
She treats ADHD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, sleep issues, stress, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, mood disorders, and more.
Julissa Hernandez is a licensed mental health counselor. Julissa believes therapy is very specific in the sense that each individual needs and wants unique outcomes. In keeping with this, Julissa tailors her approach to each patient. She understands that vulnerability is not easy. In building a strong therapeutic alliance with her patients, she provides space for them to feel safe and explore difficult topics. Through conversation and exploration, Julissa helps patients become aware of patterns in their lives and create healthy ways to navigate their interactions and build stable, healthy lives.
(929) 481-3060 View (929) 481-3060
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Angela Ryu
Art Therapist, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
As a Creative Arts Psychotherapist, it is my passion to work with individuals and families, helping them to achieve their goals in their journey of recovery from various mental, emotional and behavioral issues. Currently working in an Outpatient mental health clinic, I provide individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and families, experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, stress, anger management, trauma and other emotional and relationship issues related to complex family dynamic.
As a Creative Arts Psychotherapist, it is my passion to work with individuals and families, helping them to achieve their goals in their journey of recovery from various mental, emotional and behavioral issues. Currently working in an Outpatient mental health clinic, I provide individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and families, experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, ODD, stress, anger management, trauma and other emotional and relationship issues related to complex family dynamic.
(914) 252-3943 View (914) 252-3943
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Yelena Ivanova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
In my practice, I strive to maintain a safe and creative space where you can identify and build upon strengths. I am an empathetic and knowledgeable psychotherapist, who has been practicing for over 15 years. I work with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds to help them achieve greater satisfaction and fulfillment in relationships and work. Throughout my career I have worked successfully with men and women who experiences issues related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, difficult relationships and immigration conflict. My training and clinical experience will allow us to work together to understand and address your concerns and distress.
In my practice, I strive to maintain a safe and creative space where you can identify and build upon strengths. I am an empathetic and knowledgeable psychotherapist, who has been practicing for over 15 years. I work with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds to help them achieve greater satisfaction and fulfillment in relationships and work. Throughout my career I have worked successfully with men and women who experiences issues related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, difficult relationships and immigration conflict. My training and clinical experience will allow us to work together to understand and address your concerns and distress.
(646) 798-8070 View (646) 798-8070
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Aliza Romirowsky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018
I am a warm and empathic clinical psychologist, who works with adults both younger and older in individual psychotherapy. Whether you are facing challenges coping with life transitions/stressors or struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict or difficulty finding personal meaning, I can help you. I’ve worked with clients who are struggling with conflict in their families, at work or in their social circles, as well as those navigating grief, perinatal and reproductive issues and adjustment to challenging life stages. I want you to know no matter the struggle you are facing, you do not need to walk this path alone.
I am a warm and empathic clinical psychologist, who works with adults both younger and older in individual psychotherapy. Whether you are facing challenges coping with life transitions/stressors or struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict or difficulty finding personal meaning, I can help you. I’ve worked with clients who are struggling with conflict in their families, at work or in their social circles, as well as those navigating grief, perinatal and reproductive issues and adjustment to challenging life stages. I want you to know no matter the struggle you are facing, you do not need to walk this path alone.
(646) 722-6909 View (646) 722-6909
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Diego Chiluisa
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
He has experience treating issues like anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, issues with a variety of relationship types, self-esteem, divorce, and infidelity.
Diego F. Chiluisa is a licensed mental health counselor. Diego provides a non-judgmental, objective perspective about the issues affecting his patients. He strives to work with his patients to build a healthy framework with his patients so they can feel protected and fit all the pieces of their lives back together. Diego believes that most of life’s problems have more to do with the way we interpret events than the actual events themselves. He helps patients fix the distorted views they may have about their reality. His goal is to help patients believe in themselves so they can make the necessary changes to improve their lives.
He has experience treating issues like anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, issues with a variety of relationship types, self-esteem, divorce, and infidelity.
Diego F. Chiluisa is a licensed mental health counselor. Diego provides a non-judgmental, objective perspective about the issues affecting his patients. He strives to work with his patients to build a healthy framework with his patients so they can feel protected and fit all the pieces of their lives back together. Diego believes that most of life’s problems have more to do with the way we interpret events than the actual events themselves. He helps patients fix the distorted views they may have about their reality. His goal is to help patients believe in themselves so they can make the necessary changes to improve their lives.
(646) 506-3194 View (646) 506-3194
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Lisbeth Parra
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
She treats anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, sleep issues, trauma, women’s issues, mood disorders, and more.
Lisbeth Parra is a licensed mental health counselor. She provides compassionate, patient-centered care for people struggling with mental health issues. She understands that patients are dealing with the stressors of everyday life, uncovering childhood trauma and its effects on their current reality, and feeling the anxiety that impacts their daily reality. Her goal is to instill a sense of strength in every patient so they can see that they have the power to live the life that they deserve. During sessions, patients can expect a supportive and empathetic environment where they can talk about their difficulties without judgement.
She treats anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, sleep issues, trauma, women’s issues, mood disorders, and more.
Lisbeth Parra is a licensed mental health counselor. She provides compassionate, patient-centered care for people struggling with mental health issues. She understands that patients are dealing with the stressors of everyday life, uncovering childhood trauma and its effects on their current reality, and feeling the anxiety that impacts their daily reality. Her goal is to instill a sense of strength in every patient so they can see that they have the power to live the life that they deserve. During sessions, patients can expect a supportive and empathetic environment where they can talk about their difficulties without judgement.
(929) 499-0544 View (929) 499-0544
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Michael A Brustein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10001
Do you find that you worry more than you would like to? Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed? Do you wish you could be more relaxed and less anxious? I think I can help. I am a clinical psychologist who has helped many people cope and manage their anxiety. I can provide you with concrete techniques to alleviate stress. Additionally, through our work together you will understand the dynamics and behaviors that contribute to your anxiety.
Do you find that you worry more than you would like to? Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed? Do you wish you could be more relaxed and less anxious? I think I can help. I am a clinical psychologist who has helped many people cope and manage their anxiety. I can provide you with concrete techniques to alleviate stress. Additionally, through our work together you will understand the dynamics and behaviors that contribute to your anxiety.
(646) 798-4448 View (646) 798-4448
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Angela DeLuca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Angela has clinical experience with patients experiencing anxiety, depression and mood issues, as well as those navigating identity development and relationship dynamics.
Angela believes in a person-centered approach to therapy and has a nature which is conducive to building solid, trusting therapeutic relationships through acceptance, empathy, active listening and enthusiasm for the work. An intuitive and natural helper, Angela has honed her clinical skills through the years in varied settings and deeply believes in the potential of every human being.
Angela has clinical experience with patients experiencing anxiety, depression and mood issues, as well as those navigating identity development and relationship dynamics.
Angela believes in a person-centered approach to therapy and has a nature which is conducive to building solid, trusting therapeutic relationships through acceptance, empathy, active listening and enthusiasm for the work. An intuitive and natural helper, Angela has honed her clinical skills through the years in varied settings and deeply believes in the potential of every human being.
(646) 791-1886 View (646) 791-1886
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Elizabeth Cobb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACT
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10123
I help you face your fears by using a combination of CBT, to understand and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs, and EMDR which helps to work through and integrate important memories from your past to help you succeed.
What is holding you back? I work with young adults who don't know the answer to that question, who are struggling with life transitions, finding a purpose, and may be having a life "crisis." Often my clients are dealing with depression and anxiety related to difficulty making decisions, are stuck in an unsatisfying job, or are feeling confused and uncertain about the next step in their life. My goal is to help you understand what you want and what's holding you back.
I help you face your fears by using a combination of CBT, to understand and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs, and EMDR which helps to work through and integrate important memories from your past to help you succeed.
What is holding you back? I work with young adults who don't know the answer to that question, who are struggling with life transitions, finding a purpose, and may be having a life "crisis." Often my clients are dealing with depression and anxiety related to difficulty making decisions, are stuck in an unsatisfying job, or are feeling confused and uncertain about the next step in their life. My goal is to help you understand what you want and what's holding you back.
(347) 242-5639 View (347) 242-5639
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Liisa Murray
MS, LCAT, MT-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
You've decided you're ready for therapy! I'm so glad you're here. I am a trauma-informed music psychotherapist looking to work with folks to provide body positive music psychotherapy from a Health at Every Size perspective. Wouldn't it be great if you felt less anxious, less depressed and maybe even - dare I say it - joyful sometimes? I believe therapy isn't only about eliminating the hard stuff, but also celebrating the good stuff.
You've decided you're ready for therapy! I'm so glad you're here. I am a trauma-informed music psychotherapist looking to work with folks to provide body positive music psychotherapy from a Health at Every Size perspective. Wouldn't it be great if you felt less anxious, less depressed and maybe even - dare I say it - joyful sometimes? I believe therapy isn't only about eliminating the hard stuff, but also celebrating the good stuff.
(646) 863-4877 View (646) 863-4877
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Jacqueline Donelli
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
I specialize in many areas including anxiety, anger management, depression, couples therapy, personality/mood disorders, eating disorders, phobias, addiction, abuse, families and every day life issues.
I'm a licensed psychotherapist. People ask for my advice on all aspects of life. I'm a new genus of therapists- mixing cognitive behavior DBT and psychodynamic therapies, to get the resolve you want. And I love what I do. With a relationship based on trust, respect and empathy, my goal is to help you create a different view of life- to change faulty thinking, get past old schemas, and resolve current issues that get in the way of your own personal growth and joy in life. Let's work on breaking destructive patterns, thoughts and actions through gained strength, empathy and resolution.
I specialize in many areas including anxiety, anger management, depression, couples therapy, personality/mood disorders, eating disorders, phobias, addiction, abuse, families and every day life issues.
I'm a licensed psychotherapist. People ask for my advice on all aspects of life. I'm a new genus of therapists- mixing cognitive behavior DBT and psychodynamic therapies, to get the resolve you want. And I love what I do. With a relationship based on trust, respect and empathy, my goal is to help you create a different view of life- to change faulty thinking, get past old schemas, and resolve current issues that get in the way of your own personal growth and joy in life. Let's work on breaking destructive patterns, thoughts and actions through gained strength, empathy and resolution.
(646) 679-5812 View (646) 679-5812
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Melissa Ciarcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garment District, New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Melissa treats a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, stress, trauma, PTSD, gender issues, mood disorders, and more.
Melissa works with her patients, going at their pace as she guides them through therapy as they regain their sense of safety, healing, and peace. She takes the time to learn about her patients, why they’re seeking therapy, and how she can help guide them toward effective treatment. Her goal is to help her patients cultivate resilience so they can see their inner strengths and find hope in all areas of their lives. Melissa has been providing therapy since 2012 and works with patients ages 11-65.
Melissa treats a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, stress, trauma, PTSD, gender issues, mood disorders, and more.
Melissa works with her patients, going at their pace as she guides them through therapy as they regain their sense of safety, healing, and peace. She takes the time to learn about her patients, why they’re seeking therapy, and how she can help guide them toward effective treatment. Her goal is to help her patients cultivate resilience so they can see their inner strengths and find hope in all areas of their lives. Melissa has been providing therapy since 2012 and works with patients ages 11-65.
(646) 971-0447 View (646) 971-0447

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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.