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Lindsey Fiddle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
If anxiety is something you're struggling with, I'm here to help you uncover triggers, learn coping skills, and provide a nonjudgmental space for you to express yourself.
Hello! I'm genuinely excited to meet and support you on your path to wellness. I understand that finding a therapist can be overwhelming, but also know how important it is to find the right one. I believe in the power of relationships which is why I see our work together as a partnership. Your experiences and emotions matter, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. As a therapist, I prioritize following your lead. Whenever you're ready to dive deeper, we'll do so at your own pace. It's important to me to find the right balance between providing support and a challenge, while tailoring my approach to your specific needs.
If anxiety is something you're struggling with, I'm here to help you uncover triggers, learn coping skills, and provide a nonjudgmental space for you to express yourself.
Hello! I'm genuinely excited to meet and support you on your path to wellness. I understand that finding a therapist can be overwhelming, but also know how important it is to find the right one. I believe in the power of relationships which is why I see our work together as a partnership. Your experiences and emotions matter, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. As a therapist, I prioritize following your lead. Whenever you're ready to dive deeper, we'll do so at your own pace. It's important to me to find the right balance between providing support and a challenge, while tailoring my approach to your specific needs.
(737) 510-7061 View (737) 510-7061
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Rowan Hartin Counseling & Career Design
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78703  (Online Only)
I love helping clients navigate big decisions, and issues that I often work with include ADHD, quarterlife crisis, career planning, dating difficulties, decision paralysis, moderate-to-severe anxiety, OCD, and guided self-discovery.
"I have GOT to get my shit together." If this feels like the refrain of your 20-30something life, I can help. I specialize in the struggles with angst, anxiety, ADHD or adulting that keep you from building the life that you want. Your 20's and 30's are the defining decades of a lifetime - the time to invest in therapy is NOW. If you are tired of feeling stuck, I can help you shift from insight to action and really get things moving in the right direction. Ideally located for clients in East Austin, downtown / Central Austin, and the Mueller area! Online therapy and evening/weekend appointments are available.
I love helping clients navigate big decisions, and issues that I often work with include ADHD, quarterlife crisis, career planning, dating difficulties, decision paralysis, moderate-to-severe anxiety, OCD, and guided self-discovery.
"I have GOT to get my shit together." If this feels like the refrain of your 20-30something life, I can help. I specialize in the struggles with angst, anxiety, ADHD or adulting that keep you from building the life that you want. Your 20's and 30's are the defining decades of a lifetime - the time to invest in therapy is NOW. If you are tired of feeling stuck, I can help you shift from insight to action and really get things moving in the right direction. Ideally located for clients in East Austin, downtown / Central Austin, and the Mueller area! Online therapy and evening/weekend appointments are available.
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Jessica Sharib
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78725  (Online Only)
Struggling with trauma, anxiety or depression? You don’t have to face it alone. In our sessions you will find compassionate support and effective strategies to help you find peace and regain control of your life. With personalized therapy options and a warm, understanding environment, I'm here to guide you towards a brighter, balanced future. Take the first step towards healing today and book a session with me directly through my website.
Struggling with trauma, anxiety or depression? You don’t have to face it alone. In our sessions you will find compassionate support and effective strategies to help you find peace and regain control of your life. With personalized therapy options and a warm, understanding environment, I'm here to guide you towards a brighter, balanced future. Take the first step towards healing today and book a session with me directly through my website.
(512) 634-8682 View (512) 634-8682
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Kathryn Garland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I am a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist as well as certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor, who incorporates relational and intuitive methods in order to create a safe space and working alliance. I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, relational wounds, as well as disordered eating and body image issues. Therapy is a collaborative exploration that requires both curiosity and trust. In working together, we will examine barriers to growth, difficulty with transitions, and overcoming fears, in order to facilitate lasting change.
I am a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist as well as certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor, who incorporates relational and intuitive methods in order to create a safe space and working alliance. I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, relational wounds, as well as disordered eating and body image issues. Therapy is a collaborative exploration that requires both curiosity and trust. In working together, we will examine barriers to growth, difficulty with transitions, and overcoming fears, in order to facilitate lasting change.
(512) 883-3805 View (512) 883-3805
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Monica Reyna
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Are you finding yourself stuck, lost, unmotivated, or worried about your future? Are you struggling as a parent or partner and desire to move your family in a positive direction? Many have been there and I can help guide you through this season of life. I believe everyone has a journey that has led them to where they are today. Through understanding your own journey, we will work together to develop new skills, behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that will lead to a healthy, productive, and meaningful life.
Are you finding yourself stuck, lost, unmotivated, or worried about your future? Are you struggling as a parent or partner and desire to move your family in a positive direction? Many have been there and I can help guide you through this season of life. I believe everyone has a journey that has led them to where they are today. Through understanding your own journey, we will work together to develop new skills, behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that will lead to a healthy, productive, and meaningful life.
(512) 890-3278 View (512) 890-3278
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Tiffany Stanley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MA, CST, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Tiffany Stanley specializes in challenges related to sex and intimacy, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as stress management, self-esteem and life planning and transitions.
Dr. Tiffany Stanley is an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, an American Board of Sexology Diplomat and she holds a doctorate in Clinical Sexology. She is Texas-Board-Approved Licensed Psychotherapist and Supervisor, Nationally and Internationally Certified and Registered Psychotherapist, an EMDR trained counselor, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) trained therapist. She is also a registered Heal Your Life Workshop Leader and a Certified Life Coach. She has been in private practice for more than 19 years, specializing in helping adult women, men and couples.
Tiffany Stanley specializes in challenges related to sex and intimacy, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as stress management, self-esteem and life planning and transitions.
Dr. Tiffany Stanley is an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, an American Board of Sexology Diplomat and she holds a doctorate in Clinical Sexology. She is Texas-Board-Approved Licensed Psychotherapist and Supervisor, Nationally and Internationally Certified and Registered Psychotherapist, an EMDR trained counselor, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) trained therapist. She is also a registered Heal Your Life Workshop Leader and a Certified Life Coach. She has been in private practice for more than 19 years, specializing in helping adult women, men and couples.
(512) 270-6167 View (512) 270-6167
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Cliff Katz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78747  (Online Only)
There are times in everyone's life when we feel stuck, unsure, or worried about what we need to do to get our life moving forward in a positive direction. These are the moments when a therapist can support, encourage, or even carefully confront you to take the next steps on your life journey. I work with clients to create an emotionally safe environment in which to explore your options and help you draw upon your inner resources to regain balance, energy, and focus.
There are times in everyone's life when we feel stuck, unsure, or worried about what we need to do to get our life moving forward in a positive direction. These are the moments when a therapist can support, encourage, or even carefully confront you to take the next steps on your life journey. I work with clients to create an emotionally safe environment in which to explore your options and help you draw upon your inner resources to regain balance, energy, and focus.
(737) 300-8306 View (737) 300-8306
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Liz Grant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78702  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of experience. I specialize in adolescent and young adult mental health. I use a strengths-based approach with all clients and believe that clients are the expert in their own life. I use a supportive yet collaborative approach for treating issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, transitions, and low self-esteem. I want to help you navigate life transitions, grief, personal relationships, anxiety, depression, and everyday struggles.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of experience. I specialize in adolescent and young adult mental health. I use a strengths-based approach with all clients and believe that clients are the expert in their own life. I use a supportive yet collaborative approach for treating issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, transitions, and low self-esteem. I want to help you navigate life transitions, grief, personal relationships, anxiety, depression, and everyday struggles.
(737) 216-8184 View (737) 216-8184
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Carol Lennox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78749  (Online Only)
Don't worry if I am out-of-network with your insurance.
Do you want to grow and self-actualize? My modalities are experiential/insight oriented, so I like to work with people who look into themselves for healthier, fulfilled lives. Do you have depression/ anxiety, bipolar? Looking for a career change, have gender identity questions, or want to maximize your potential? Need learning disability advocacy? Then call me today. We bring our past and decisions into every situation. Knowing what those decisions are, and that the past does not define us, is the first step in successful therapy. I use re-decision, Gestalt, NLP, hypnosis, and mindfulness to find answers and peace within.
Don't worry if I am out-of-network with your insurance.
Do you want to grow and self-actualize? My modalities are experiential/insight oriented, so I like to work with people who look into themselves for healthier, fulfilled lives. Do you have depression/ anxiety, bipolar? Looking for a career change, have gender identity questions, or want to maximize your potential? Need learning disability advocacy? Then call me today. We bring our past and decisions into every situation. Knowing what those decisions are, and that the past does not define us, is the first step in successful therapy. I use re-decision, Gestalt, NLP, hypnosis, and mindfulness to find answers and peace within.
(512) 807-0475 View (512) 807-0475
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Deborah Vanko
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748  (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement De-Sensitization Re-Processing) for trauma, abuse, anxiety, difficult life experiences.
For 30 years I have helped couples and individuals to create a satisfying, loving, conflict-free life by overcoming past or present obstacles. Everyone deserves to be happy and free of emotional pain. I believe empowering people to take charge of their life is liberating. I use a wide variety of counseling approaches customized to fit the individual. These include expressing emotion, identifying helpful and dysfunctional thinking/beliefs and changing behavior or developing strategies to create success. I am an open-minded therapist accepting the diversity of client lifestyle and gender.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement De-Sensitization Re-Processing) for trauma, abuse, anxiety, difficult life experiences.
For 30 years I have helped couples and individuals to create a satisfying, loving, conflict-free life by overcoming past or present obstacles. Everyone deserves to be happy and free of emotional pain. I believe empowering people to take charge of their life is liberating. I use a wide variety of counseling approaches customized to fit the individual. These include expressing emotion, identifying helpful and dysfunctional thinking/beliefs and changing behavior or developing strategies to create success. I am an open-minded therapist accepting the diversity of client lifestyle and gender.
(512) 515-9483 View (512) 515-9483
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Matt Crane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am glad you are here! I have a passion for helping people know themselves better and process their lives and concerns. I work with a variety of people with struggles such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, addiction, relationships, and more. I primarily work from a psychodynamic perspective that seeks to understand individuals’ unconscious motivations and desires that contribute to our conscious life. I am comfortable discussing any issue that you might bring up and can aid in helping you achieve a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Welcome! I am glad you are here! I have a passion for helping people know themselves better and process their lives and concerns. I work with a variety of people with struggles such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, addiction, relationships, and more. I primarily work from a psychodynamic perspective that seeks to understand individuals’ unconscious motivations and desires that contribute to our conscious life. I am comfortable discussing any issue that you might bring up and can aid in helping you achieve a healthier and more fulfilling life.
(972) 787-0714 View (972) 787-0714
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Kasie Fallon Beasley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Fallon understands the toll that stress, trauma, and anxiety can take on a person while balancing life.
Kasie "Fallon" Beasley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 6 years of experience working with adults and seniors who are struggling with conditions or concerns related to stress, anxiety, PTSD, life adjustment issues, boundaries, grief, and depression.
Fallon understands the toll that stress, trauma, and anxiety can take on a person while balancing life.
Kasie "Fallon" Beasley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 6 years of experience working with adults and seniors who are struggling with conditions or concerns related to stress, anxiety, PTSD, life adjustment issues, boundaries, grief, and depression.
(512) 969-6195 View (512) 969-6195
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Katie Poe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78757  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I currently specialize in addressing mental health issues ( anxiety/depression/burnout/stress management), interpersonal relationships ( motherhood/perinatal & PostPartum Care, boundary setting/assertiveness), & religious trauma/faith transitions.
Currently Full! Please reach out if you would like to be added to my waitlist! As a therapist, I consider it an honor to carve out a safe and compassionate space for others to navigate their life path. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature and collaborative with you, the client. I hold space for clients as we explore the root of your struggles, and concerns, as well as areas of healing, growth and transformation. We will also address the current manifestations and the specific changes or tools that can be effective in helping you live a life that is more aligned with your highest & most authentic self.
I currently specialize in addressing mental health issues ( anxiety/depression/burnout/stress management), interpersonal relationships ( motherhood/perinatal & PostPartum Care, boundary setting/assertiveness), & religious trauma/faith transitions.
Currently Full! Please reach out if you would like to be added to my waitlist! As a therapist, I consider it an honor to carve out a safe and compassionate space for others to navigate their life path. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature and collaborative with you, the client. I hold space for clients as we explore the root of your struggles, and concerns, as well as areas of healing, growth and transformation. We will also address the current manifestations and the specific changes or tools that can be effective in helping you live a life that is more aligned with your highest & most authentic self.
(737) 210-4916 View (737) 210-4916
Therapy Austin, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78704
Our counselors attend intensive 2-year postgraduate training and can successfully help you with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, healing trauma, recovery work, and more.
At Therapy Austin, we offer individual, couples/relationship and group therapy services. Using a sophisticated algorithm, combined with a human decision-maker, we will match you personally to one of our qualified counselors. Or, you have the option of choosing a counselor yourself. Affordable pick-your-fee service model, open nights & weekends with 5 locations in South, North & Central Austin. We're keepin' it local and keepin' it real.
Our counselors attend intensive 2-year postgraduate training and can successfully help you with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, healing trauma, recovery work, and more.
At Therapy Austin, we offer individual, couples/relationship and group therapy services. Using a sophisticated algorithm, combined with a human decision-maker, we will match you personally to one of our qualified counselors. Or, you have the option of choosing a counselor yourself. Affordable pick-your-fee service model, open nights & weekends with 5 locations in South, North & Central Austin. We're keepin' it local and keepin' it real.
(512) 649-0110 View (512) 649-0110
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Marnie Boyd
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746  (Online Only)
It takes courage to reach out for support and help in making change in your life and if you are here looking for a therapist to build a relationship and work with you I would be happy to work with you through your journey. I have experience in helping clients with trauma, relationship challenges (codependency, abandonment), anxiety, depression, and grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
It takes courage to reach out for support and help in making change in your life and if you are here looking for a therapist to build a relationship and work with you I would be happy to work with you through your journey. I have experience in helping clients with trauma, relationship challenges (codependency, abandonment), anxiety, depression, and grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
(512) 768-4483 View (512) 768-4483
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Katherine Krenn Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78745  (Online Only)
I am especially committed to working with adolescents and young adults who have experienced childhood trauma, complicated family dynamics, anxiety, and neurodiversity.
Past traumatic experiences can significantly impact how we function in the present, affecting our relationships and overall sense of self. This can lead to feeling disconnected, stuck, or emotionally flooded. I aim to provide a safe space that encourages self-exploration for processing past wounds, ultimately leading to self-acceptance. Having worked in diverse settings such as schools, private practice, and the justice system, I understand that the human experience can be painful, and no one should have to endure this pain alone.
I am especially committed to working with adolescents and young adults who have experienced childhood trauma, complicated family dynamics, anxiety, and neurodiversity.
Past traumatic experiences can significantly impact how we function in the present, affecting our relationships and overall sense of self. This can lead to feeling disconnected, stuck, or emotionally flooded. I aim to provide a safe space that encourages self-exploration for processing past wounds, ultimately leading to self-acceptance. Having worked in diverse settings such as schools, private practice, and the justice system, I understand that the human experience can be painful, and no one should have to endure this pain alone.
(512) 729-3352 View (512) 729-3352
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Deep Eddy Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, LCSW, LPC, PsyD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Therapy for Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Problems, Trauma, and more.
Deep Eddy Psychotherapy is a leading mental health practice with providers all across the state of Texas. We serve kids, adults, and couples through evidence-based psychotherapy and assessment methods. Learn more at DeepEddyPsychotherapy.com
Therapy for Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Problems, Trauma, and more.
Deep Eddy Psychotherapy is a leading mental health practice with providers all across the state of Texas. We serve kids, adults, and couples through evidence-based psychotherapy and assessment methods. Learn more at DeepEddyPsychotherapy.com
(512) 861-8779 View (512) 861-8779
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Kristina McCray
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731
Kristina McCray, M.S., LSSP, LPC is a School Psychologist and a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of Texas. She has experience with working with people of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds on a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, personality disorders, substance addiction, identity problems, self-esteem problems, intellectual disabilities, and ADHD. She has experience in working with families, couples, individuals, and groups.
Kristina McCray, M.S., LSSP, LPC is a School Psychologist and a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of Texas. She has experience with working with people of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds on a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, personality disorders, substance addiction, identity problems, self-esteem problems, intellectual disabilities, and ADHD. She has experience in working with families, couples, individuals, and groups.
(512) 866-5794 View (512) 866-5794
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Ricky Waite
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78745  (Online Only)
As well as Anxiety/Depression.
As Dr. Irvin D. Yalom says, client and therapist are "fellow travelers" and I would love to travel with you on this journey. I believe you have the strength and power to change your life, but sometimes stuff gets in the way. I want to help you remove those blocks! I'm a relational therapist who uses attachment theory, some cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a dash of dialectic behavior therapy (DBT), and quite a bit of humor in the therapy room. How do we get started on this journey together?
As well as Anxiety/Depression.
As Dr. Irvin D. Yalom says, client and therapist are "fellow travelers" and I would love to travel with you on this journey. I believe you have the strength and power to change your life, but sometimes stuff gets in the way. I want to help you remove those blocks! I'm a relational therapist who uses attachment theory, some cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a dash of dialectic behavior therapy (DBT), and quite a bit of humor in the therapy room. How do we get started on this journey together?
(512) 601-6362 View (512) 601-6362
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Vicki Ray
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
My specialties include Dual Diagnosis (co-occurring addiction & mental health issues); support for family and friends of those with addiction and/or mental health issues; Anxiety; Bipolar; Trauma and PTSD; career challenges; major life transitions; and corporate, military, missionary and internationally mobile individuals (global nomads or TCKs).
I believe the best counseling is done in a safe, confidential and collaborative environment. It can be difficult to reach out, so it is important to find a counselor with whom you feel comfortable.
My specialties include Dual Diagnosis (co-occurring addiction & mental health issues); support for family and friends of those with addiction and/or mental health issues; Anxiety; Bipolar; Trauma and PTSD; career challenges; major life transitions; and corporate, military, missionary and internationally mobile individuals (global nomads or TCKs).
I believe the best counseling is done in a safe, confidential and collaborative environment. It can be difficult to reach out, so it is important to find a counselor with whom you feel comfortable.
(512) 663-6368 View (512) 663-6368
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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.