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M William Jones
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kimberton, PA 19442  (Online Only)
Simply stated, I believe the main goal of therapy is to help you feel and function better. I approach counseling/therapy as a collaboration between you and me. It is an active process. (I won't just sit, passively listening to you talk, for 45 minutes, occasionally nodding my head.) We will decide what the issues are, formulate effective strategies to make necessary changes in thoughts and behaviors (including learning new skills if necessary), and work together to implement successfully those strategies. I will (with your input) tailor the therapeutic process to best fit your needs.
Simply stated, I believe the main goal of therapy is to help you feel and function better. I approach counseling/therapy as a collaboration between you and me. It is an active process. (I won't just sit, passively listening to you talk, for 45 minutes, occasionally nodding my head.) We will decide what the issues are, formulate effective strategies to make necessary changes in thoughts and behaviors (including learning new skills if necessary), and work together to implement successfully those strategies. I will (with your input) tailor the therapeutic process to best fit your needs.
(610) 991-8702 View (610) 991-8702

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Lindsay Rutter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
I strive to create an environment where my clients will feel safe, valued, and heard. I focus on developing a strong therapeutic alliance which sets the foundation of our work. I specialize in working with bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma-related issues, relationships, stress management, transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem, and personal growth. My goal is to meet the unique needs of each individual through the use of various treatment modalities and interventions. I utilize a person-centered approach to therapy where the focus is on developing a warm, positive, validating experience.
I strive to create an environment where my clients will feel safe, valued, and heard. I focus on developing a strong therapeutic alliance which sets the foundation of our work. I specialize in working with bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma-related issues, relationships, stress management, transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem, and personal growth. My goal is to meet the unique needs of each individual through the use of various treatment modalities and interventions. I utilize a person-centered approach to therapy where the focus is on developing a warm, positive, validating experience.
(484) 209-0644 View (484) 209-0644
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Stephanie Schmitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
I use my training with a person-centered approach and other evidence-based interventions with a trauma-informed background to help you dig deeper to lessen the impact of depression, anxiety, and mood ups and downs.
I believe each person can process past and current life struggles to find healthiness and peace in their life. I provide my clients with a warm, comforting, safe, and nonjudgmental space to process life challenges. Therapy can be a place to process past distressing events that might contribute to your current functioning. Often we have the tools within ourselves to make these changes; I can help you identify your strengths and implement those into your life.
I use my training with a person-centered approach and other evidence-based interventions with a trauma-informed background to help you dig deeper to lessen the impact of depression, anxiety, and mood ups and downs.
I believe each person can process past and current life struggles to find healthiness and peace in their life. I provide my clients with a warm, comforting, safe, and nonjudgmental space to process life challenges. Therapy can be a place to process past distressing events that might contribute to your current functioning. Often we have the tools within ourselves to make these changes; I can help you identify your strengths and implement those into your life.
(610) 795-2525 View (610) 795-2525
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Vanessa Zottoli
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Hi! I am an anti-diet, weight inclusive provider. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with eating disorders and anxiety disorders. Are you struggling with restricting, binging, purging? Have a love/hate relationship with food? Anxious thoughts about school, social settings, or life? Maybe you feel like you will never recover, and have trouble feeling supported due to diet culture.
Hi! I am an anti-diet, weight inclusive provider. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with eating disorders and anxiety disorders. Are you struggling with restricting, binging, purging? Have a love/hate relationship with food? Anxious thoughts about school, social settings, or life? Maybe you feel like you will never recover, and have trouble feeling supported due to diet culture.
(484) 759-7552 View (484) 759-7552
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Jessica Ventura
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
My name is Jess, I have experience working with adults, teens, adolescents, children & family systems. My specialties are treating trauma related disorders, adolescent and teen adjustment issues, emotional & behavioral regulation concerns, grief/loss and identity development. I also specialize in treating anxiety and depression. I am trained and certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy (EMDR). I utilize Psychodynamic, Emotion Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools and techniques to help clients recognize, accept, and cope with feelings generated by their past and present experiences.
My name is Jess, I have experience working with adults, teens, adolescents, children & family systems. My specialties are treating trauma related disorders, adolescent and teen adjustment issues, emotional & behavioral regulation concerns, grief/loss and identity development. I also specialize in treating anxiety and depression. I am trained and certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy (EMDR). I utilize Psychodynamic, Emotion Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools and techniques to help clients recognize, accept, and cope with feelings generated by their past and present experiences.
(484) 218-4620 View (484) 218-4620
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Marci Kennell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
Something has to change and you are ready for it! This is not how you want to continue living your life. Maybe you are feeling completely overwhelmed with anxiety, desperate to break old patterns, and/or ready to process difficult life experiences. I am here to support your journey with a very individualized and holistic approach. My style is warm, collaborative, direct, and down to earth. As a systemic licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I will help guide you in uncovering the root of the issues by exploring your foundational relationships and experiences and then work together to create sustainable change.
Something has to change and you are ready for it! This is not how you want to continue living your life. Maybe you are feeling completely overwhelmed with anxiety, desperate to break old patterns, and/or ready to process difficult life experiences. I am here to support your journey with a very individualized and holistic approach. My style is warm, collaborative, direct, and down to earth. As a systemic licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I will help guide you in uncovering the root of the issues by exploring your foundational relationships and experiences and then work together to create sustainable change.
(610) 379-1453 View (610) 379-1453
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Allison Brunner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
With 16+ years of experience in psychotherapy and coaching other therapists, I'll help you to alleviate anxiety and depression; navigate emotions confidently; boost self-compassion and self-esteem; set healthy boundaries; and improve relationships that are supportive of you while caring for yourself enough to walk away from those that are not.
You who are highly sensitive and feel a lot, welcome! You'll explore more deeply with me than in traditional talk therapy. You’ve likely tried psychotherapy before but have noticed that the work has either gone nowhere or taken you only so far, or you felt misunderstood. With an uncanny and intuitive ability to really “get” people from many walks of life, I will invite you to go beneath your thoughts, connect with your body and emotions, and gently access the root of your emotional discomfort and hurts to facilitate noticeable shifts with each session.
With 16+ years of experience in psychotherapy and coaching other therapists, I'll help you to alleviate anxiety and depression; navigate emotions confidently; boost self-compassion and self-esteem; set healthy boundaries; and improve relationships that are supportive of you while caring for yourself enough to walk away from those that are not.
You who are highly sensitive and feel a lot, welcome! You'll explore more deeply with me than in traditional talk therapy. You’ve likely tried psychotherapy before but have noticed that the work has either gone nowhere or taken you only so far, or you felt misunderstood. With an uncanny and intuitive ability to really “get” people from many walks of life, I will invite you to go beneath your thoughts, connect with your body and emotions, and gently access the root of your emotional discomfort and hurts to facilitate noticeable shifts with each session.
(215) 274-0820 View (215) 274-0820
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Lauren C. Ostrowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CCH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
I also use clinical hypnosis for topics like anxiety, confidence, grief, if desired.
I enjoy working with clients with many different types of concerns or areas in which they would like to grow. I have been working with children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families since 2007. I tailor my treatment approach to each client and I believe that each client is an expert on themselves. I have assisted clients with many different reasons for coming into counseling, and only some of those topics are highlighted here.
I also use clinical hypnosis for topics like anxiety, confidence, grief, if desired.
I enjoy working with clients with many different types of concerns or areas in which they would like to grow. I have been working with children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families since 2007. I tailor my treatment approach to each client and I believe that each client is an expert on themselves. I have assisted clients with many different reasons for coming into counseling, and only some of those topics are highlighted here.
(484) 925-2169 View (484) 925-2169
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Meera Khan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
I currently work for LifeStance Health and only accept telehealth clients. Now serving clients, via Telehealth in AL, AZ, AR, CO, CNMI, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NV, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY. I specialize in the treatment of gender and sexual identity exploration, anxiety, panic, specific phobia, social anxiety, OCD, adjustment difficulties, trauma and PTSD, racial and immigration trauma, and borderline personality disorder. Although I work with clients across the lifespan, I specialize in working with adolescents and emerging adults.
I currently work for LifeStance Health and only accept telehealth clients. Now serving clients, via Telehealth in AL, AZ, AR, CO, CNMI, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NV, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY. I specialize in the treatment of gender and sexual identity exploration, anxiety, panic, specific phobia, social anxiety, OCD, adjustment difficulties, trauma and PTSD, racial and immigration trauma, and borderline personality disorder. Although I work with clients across the lifespan, I specialize in working with adolescents and emerging adults.
(484) 214-3105 View (484) 214-3105
Photo of Tom DeVitis, Licensed Professional Counselor in Kimberton, PA
Tom DeVitis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Throughout my career I have helped individuals who have struggled with a broad range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, spirituality, addictive disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, spirituality, ADHD, trauma, grief, anger issues and relationship issues.
My aim as your therapist is to create a space where healing, empowerment, strength, and growth can be experienced. To achieve this, I draw upon interventions of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing to help you meet your goals in therapy. I believe therapy is not one thing for any one person, but that ultimately it can be a place where meaning and wholeness can be found. As your therapist I will always strive to meet you where you are at and to meet your needs in a way that is collaborative and effective.
Throughout my career I have helped individuals who have struggled with a broad range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, spirituality, addictive disorders, PTSD, personality disorders, spirituality, ADHD, trauma, grief, anger issues and relationship issues.
My aim as your therapist is to create a space where healing, empowerment, strength, and growth can be experienced. To achieve this, I draw upon interventions of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing to help you meet your goals in therapy. I believe therapy is not one thing for any one person, but that ultimately it can be a place where meaning and wholeness can be found. As your therapist I will always strive to meet you where you are at and to meet your needs in a way that is collaborative and effective.
(484) 292-2797 View (484) 292-2797
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Liz Somsanith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
I currently work with adult women (18+) experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, perinatal concerns (pregnancy, pregnancy loss, TTC, perinatal anxiety/depression, adjustment to parenthood), family conflict, relational challenges, parenting stress, work/life balance, life transitions, and health-related concerns.
Looking for a therapist is a courageous first step and making yourself vulnerable with a stranger can feel intimidating. I consider it a great privilege to sit with others, listen to their stories, and walk alongside them as they make steps towards change. I am highly empathetic, down to earth, & non-judgmental. I use relational and collaborative approaches in therapy and draw from cognitive behavioral techniques, eco-systemic structural family therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness based strategies.
I currently work with adult women (18+) experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, perinatal concerns (pregnancy, pregnancy loss, TTC, perinatal anxiety/depression, adjustment to parenthood), family conflict, relational challenges, parenting stress, work/life balance, life transitions, and health-related concerns.
Looking for a therapist is a courageous first step and making yourself vulnerable with a stranger can feel intimidating. I consider it a great privilege to sit with others, listen to their stories, and walk alongside them as they make steps towards change. I am highly empathetic, down to earth, & non-judgmental. I use relational and collaborative approaches in therapy and draw from cognitive behavioral techniques, eco-systemic structural family therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness based strategies.
(484) 302-4831 View (484) 302-4831
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Judy Harrity
MS, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Her experience extends to those struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, self-harming, relationship issues and family conflict.
Judy received her Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology at Chestnut Hill College. She is trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy. She specializes in working with individuals who suffer from eating disorders, body dysmorphia, disordered eating, and those wanting to break free from diet culture. She is passionate about supporting others in finding freedom with food and body acceptance.
Her experience extends to those struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, self-harming, relationship issues and family conflict.
Judy received her Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology at Chestnut Hill College. She is trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy. She specializes in working with individuals who suffer from eating disorders, body dysmorphia, disordered eating, and those wanting to break free from diet culture. She is passionate about supporting others in finding freedom with food and body acceptance.
(484) 232-5241 View (484) 232-5241
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Cornerstone Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Your full-service psychotherapy practice offering counseling, psychiatry, psychological testing and nutritional services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our goal is to partner with you in “building the foundation for healthy living,” through providing quality, comprehensive care. Our practice is designed to make quality mental health care as accessible and stress-free as possible. We will streamline care from aligning you with the appropriate therapist to meet your individual needs.
Your full-service psychotherapy practice offering counseling, psychiatry, psychological testing and nutritional services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our goal is to partner with you in “building the foundation for healthy living,” through providing quality, comprehensive care. Our practice is designed to make quality mental health care as accessible and stress-free as possible. We will streamline care from aligning you with the appropriate therapist to meet your individual needs.
(610) 616-5935 View (610) 616-5935
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Laura McCorry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Are you experiencing a recent loss or death? One minute, we’re going about our lives as usual and then sometimes in an instant, everything changes. With these changes grief brings, are you finding yourself disconnected from the world around you, your family/friends, and the person you used to be? Many people who are grieving find themselves struggling to make it through the day, relating to other people, and imagining a life after loss. Grief can be an incredibly isolating experience but you don't have to navigate it without support. Let's work together to help get to know your grief and integrate your loss.
Are you experiencing a recent loss or death? One minute, we’re going about our lives as usual and then sometimes in an instant, everything changes. With these changes grief brings, are you finding yourself disconnected from the world around you, your family/friends, and the person you used to be? Many people who are grieving find themselves struggling to make it through the day, relating to other people, and imagining a life after loss. Grief can be an incredibly isolating experience but you don't have to navigate it without support. Let's work together to help get to know your grief and integrate your loss.
(484) 218-2649 View (484) 218-2649
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Psychology & Counseling Associates, P.C.
Not Verified Not Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460
We are a group of over 45 fully licensed mental health professionals dedicated to providing psychological and psychiatric treatment of the highest quality. We are psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors. We have offices in three locations: Pottstown, Collegeville, and Montgomeryville. We are not rigid believers in any one set of theories about people; rather, we choose the style of therapy that is best suited to each client's problems. Our sincere goal is to help promote postive change in a warm and caring environment.
We are a group of over 45 fully licensed mental health professionals dedicated to providing psychological and psychiatric treatment of the highest quality. We are psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors. We have offices in three locations: Pottstown, Collegeville, and Montgomeryville. We are not rigid believers in any one set of theories about people; rather, we choose the style of therapy that is best suited to each client's problems. Our sincere goal is to help promote postive change in a warm and caring environment.
(610) 970-5234 View (610) 970-5234
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Dana A Gold
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460
I aim to be your mirror, holding steady through the difficulties and triumphs of self reflection, to support your journey of personal growth. I will help you identify patterns of behavior that are no longer serving you or your vision for happiness and health. Together, we will create time, space and energy for you to reach your goals. I strive to instill hope, improve self-regulation and relaxation, forge new and positive behaviors which serve you in living your life.
I aim to be your mirror, holding steady through the difficulties and triumphs of self reflection, to support your journey of personal growth. I will help you identify patterns of behavior that are no longer serving you or your vision for happiness and health. Together, we will create time, space and energy for you to reach your goals. I strive to instill hope, improve self-regulation and relaxation, forge new and positive behaviors which serve you in living your life.
(484) 276-1090 View (484) 276-1090
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Karrington Pease
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome folks! I am a queer therapist who focuses on working with folks surviving trauma and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Experiencing trauma of any kind can have a profound effect on the way you view yourself, the world, and others. My primary focus as your counselor is creating a sense of safety, and prioritizing connection with you as a person. Healing from trauma is challenging, and my goal is to allow for a space that is both repairing and empowering. It can also be challenging to find therapists that are truly LGBTQIA+ affirming. I work hard to create an inclusive environment that allows you to explore your identity.
Welcome folks! I am a queer therapist who focuses on working with folks surviving trauma and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Experiencing trauma of any kind can have a profound effect on the way you view yourself, the world, and others. My primary focus as your counselor is creating a sense of safety, and prioritizing connection with you as a person. Healing from trauma is challenging, and my goal is to allow for a space that is both repairing and empowering. It can also be challenging to find therapists that are truly LGBTQIA+ affirming. I work hard to create an inclusive environment that allows you to explore your identity.
(717) 616-2866 View (717) 616-2866
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Nathaniel Stuart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
You can’t put your finger on it, but you're sure something is wrong. You work hard to do the right things, but there is a persistent feeling of dissatisfaction. It’s as if you only exist to help others. You take on extra assignments at work even if you’re already overwhelmed. You’re always the one friends ask for favors and advice. Your family relies on you to keep everything running smoothly, and you do it all without complaining. But lately, you’ve begun to wonder what it’s all for. You want so desperately to take a moment to figure out what you want, but so many people are counting on you, and you can’t let them down.
You can’t put your finger on it, but you're sure something is wrong. You work hard to do the right things, but there is a persistent feeling of dissatisfaction. It’s as if you only exist to help others. You take on extra assignments at work even if you’re already overwhelmed. You’re always the one friends ask for favors and advice. Your family relies on you to keep everything running smoothly, and you do it all without complaining. But lately, you’ve begun to wonder what it’s all for. You want so desperately to take a moment to figure out what you want, but so many people are counting on you, and you can’t let them down.
(610) 215-2929 View (610) 215-2929
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Cecelia S. Baldwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing as a therapist, trainer, and consultant in Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs. I offer individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. I have a broad and unique base of clinical experience and education. I have a particular passion and expertise in working with children, adolescents, individuals and families struggling with relationships difficulties. I have significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing as a therapist, trainer, and consultant in Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs. I offer individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. I have a broad and unique base of clinical experience and education. I have a particular passion and expertise in working with children, adolescents, individuals and families struggling with relationships difficulties. I have significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
(484) 725-6952 View (484) 725-6952
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Connor Mears
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, LAPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Does it feel like you are just going through the motions? Are you struggling to connect with meaning and purpose in your life? Are you ready to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? If you feel blocked from reaching your full potential, or like the life you dream about is a world away, you're not alone. Being shaken from the path is a normal part of the human experience. However, re-finding your way can build you up stronger than ever. I believe that the counseling relationship is a deeply human and healing connection that reawakens ambition, purpose, and belonging.
Does it feel like you are just going through the motions? Are you struggling to connect with meaning and purpose in your life? Are you ready to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? If you feel blocked from reaching your full potential, or like the life you dream about is a world away, you're not alone. Being shaken from the path is a normal part of the human experience. However, re-finding your way can build you up stronger than ever. I believe that the counseling relationship is a deeply human and healing connection that reawakens ambition, purpose, and belonging.
(484) 746-5076 View (484) 746-5076

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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.