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Michelle Ortiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
Has your sense of safety and security been compromised by trauma or adverse childhood experiences? Or perhaps lately you have been feeling “off” and are unsure what is wrong. Whether the issue you are experiencing is big or small, my objective is to create a safe space where we can collaborate to resolve any obstacles in the way of living the life you want. I specialize in working with individuals who have lived through traumatic experiences and/or struggle with depression, anxiety, stress or chronic pain that affects their well-being.
Has your sense of safety and security been compromised by trauma or adverse childhood experiences? Or perhaps lately you have been feeling “off” and are unsure what is wrong. Whether the issue you are experiencing is big or small, my objective is to create a safe space where we can collaborate to resolve any obstacles in the way of living the life you want. I specialize in working with individuals who have lived through traumatic experiences and/or struggle with depression, anxiety, stress or chronic pain that affects their well-being.
(512) 607-7611 View (512) 607-7611
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F. Sean Redeker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78750
I provide individual, couples (romantic and professional), and family therapy, and have expertise in working with adolescents and with anxiety/depression disorders.
My role as a therapist is to facilitate growth and change by assisting my clients in realizing and exploring the primary concerns in their lives. My job is to help them get "unstuck," so that they can choose other ways to live. I offer tools that can help them communicate better, establish necessary and healthy boundaries, manage anger and fear healthily, and eliminate self-destructive and self-harming behavior. Most importantly, I offer assistance in improving the self, which can enrich and increase the joy in my client's lives.
I provide individual, couples (romantic and professional), and family therapy, and have expertise in working with adolescents and with anxiety/depression disorders.
My role as a therapist is to facilitate growth and change by assisting my clients in realizing and exploring the primary concerns in their lives. My job is to help them get "unstuck," so that they can choose other ways to live. I offer tools that can help them communicate better, establish necessary and healthy boundaries, manage anger and fear healthily, and eliminate self-destructive and self-harming behavior. Most importantly, I offer assistance in improving the self, which can enrich and increase the joy in my client's lives.
(512) 649-8144 View (512) 649-8144
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Diana Verdin (Bilingual)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
My areas of work include loss and grief, trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, parenting, and conflict resolution.
Congratulations on taking the first step in starting therapy. For over 20 years, I've enjoyed collaborating with adults, teens and their families to resolve conflicts, and foster more meaningful relationships. Anxiety and depression can cloud our ability to see ourselves and others in a positive light. Together we can challenge negative thinking that blocks goal attainment, regulate overwhelming emotions, and calm the body. In a safe environment we can explore new ways of thinking and being. I look forward to joining you on your journey
My areas of work include loss and grief, trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, parenting, and conflict resolution.
Congratulations on taking the first step in starting therapy. For over 20 years, I've enjoyed collaborating with adults, teens and their families to resolve conflicts, and foster more meaningful relationships. Anxiety and depression can cloud our ability to see ourselves and others in a positive light. Together we can challenge negative thinking that blocks goal attainment, regulate overwhelming emotions, and calm the body. In a safe environment we can explore new ways of thinking and being. I look forward to joining you on your journey
(512) 865-5109 View (512) 865-5109
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Kinder Mind - Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731  (Online Only)
Some of our areas of specialty include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, ACT, EFT, motivational interviewing, visualization techniques, mindfulness, life coaching, job coaching, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, self esteem, couples therapy, family therapy, and more.
Our goal is to help you reach your goals and to get you to see your life from all angles. Many of our providers take the holistic approach and like to examine the mind body connection with those they work with. At the end of the day, it’s all about making you feel better! We will give you helpful coping tools and guide you in the direction of cultivating the life, success, and relationships that you deserve.
Some of our areas of specialty include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, ACT, EFT, motivational interviewing, visualization techniques, mindfulness, life coaching, job coaching, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, self esteem, couples therapy, family therapy, and more.
Our goal is to help you reach your goals and to get you to see your life from all angles. Many of our providers take the holistic approach and like to examine the mind body connection with those they work with. At the end of the day, it’s all about making you feel better! We will give you helpful coping tools and guide you in the direction of cultivating the life, success, and relationships that you deserve.
(857) 524-3454 View (857) 524-3454
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Jennifer Lott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78745  (Online Only)
I offer caring, collaborative psychotherapy within a relationship of trust and respect. I have over 20 years of experience as a clinical social worker/therapist, and I welcome and honor diversity, including neurodiversity. I believe that everyone has the inherent capacity to make positive changes and heal. Often we aren't taught healthy, adaptive coping skills to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders. I can assist you with identifying strategies that will work for you. I also provide an accepting, non-judgmental space to work through trauma, life transitions, relationships, and other life challenges.
I offer caring, collaborative psychotherapy within a relationship of trust and respect. I have over 20 years of experience as a clinical social worker/therapist, and I welcome and honor diversity, including neurodiversity. I believe that everyone has the inherent capacity to make positive changes and heal. Often we aren't taught healthy, adaptive coping skills to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders. I can assist you with identifying strategies that will work for you. I also provide an accepting, non-judgmental space to work through trauma, life transitions, relationships, and other life challenges.
(512) 271-4943 View (512) 271-4943
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Ayesha E Anthony
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with trauma and anxiety with individuals of all ages.
I provide therapy in a supportive, authentic and normalizing environment. I work to help others feel empowered as they work toward their goals and recognize how much they are able to shape their own lives when provided with effective tools and insight. I believe that the appropriate use of humor is extremely helpful and I strongly believe that it is not my place to judge you or to impose my values on you during the therapeutic process. I view counseling as a team effort where the counselor and client work together.
I specialize in working with trauma and anxiety with individuals of all ages.
I provide therapy in a supportive, authentic and normalizing environment. I work to help others feel empowered as they work toward their goals and recognize how much they are able to shape their own lives when provided with effective tools and insight. I believe that the appropriate use of humor is extremely helpful and I strongly believe that it is not my place to judge you or to impose my values on you during the therapeutic process. I view counseling as a team effort where the counselor and client work together.
(512) 942-2634 View (512) 942-2634
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C. Jason Earle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, C-ASWCM
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705  (Online Only)
I provide psychotherapy services to both individuals and couples for a variety of reasons. I have assisted clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress or need help with anger management, assertiveness, marital discord or maybe need coaching for personal growth and development. I use an integrated practice style that is both strength-based and goal-oriented. Depending on what you want to work on, I may utilize various evidence-based approaches based upon the presenting problem. As long as goals are safe and ethical, my goal is to help you achieve yours in a relaxed and non-judgmental environment.
I provide psychotherapy services to both individuals and couples for a variety of reasons. I have assisted clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress or need help with anger management, assertiveness, marital discord or maybe need coaching for personal growth and development. I use an integrated practice style that is both strength-based and goal-oriented. Depending on what you want to work on, I may utilize various evidence-based approaches based upon the presenting problem. As long as goals are safe and ethical, my goal is to help you achieve yours in a relaxed and non-judgmental environment.
(855) 553-2753 View (855) 553-2753
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Jameica Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
Throughout these different experiences, I found I am most interested in helping people adjust to medical changes, grieving loss of independence/ mobility, caregivers support, depression, and anxiety.
Available nights and weekends. Hi, my name is Jameica, and I am a LCSW located in TX. I welcome you to my practice, and I am excited to get to know you better. My therapy style is down to earth, open, accepting, genuine and supportive. My mission is to empower individuals to live their best lives. During my time as a social worker, I have worked in several environments including child welfare, acute medical care, and neurological physical rehabilitation.
Throughout these different experiences, I found I am most interested in helping people adjust to medical changes, grieving loss of independence/ mobility, caregivers support, depression, and anxiety.
Available nights and weekends. Hi, my name is Jameica, and I am a LCSW located in TX. I welcome you to my practice, and I am excited to get to know you better. My therapy style is down to earth, open, accepting, genuine and supportive. My mission is to empower individuals to live their best lives. During my time as a social worker, I have worked in several environments including child welfare, acute medical care, and neurological physical rehabilitation.
(817) 646-4858 View (817) 646-4858
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Rewired Mind Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCDC-I, BCCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
Is anxiety and or depression stealing your joy, zapping your strength, energy and causing you feelings of hopelessness and helplessness? Are you weighed down at the onset of dawn, unmotivated to get out of bed? Are you finding activities of daily living daunting, thereby, foregoing self-care? Have you lost interest in leisure, especially in those things you once had passion for? Do you often isolate yourself from people and or avoiding relationships? Have you lost the zeal to go on living? If your answer is yes to all or any of these questions, you may be needing help with anxiety, depression trauma, or suicidal feelings.
Is anxiety and or depression stealing your joy, zapping your strength, energy and causing you feelings of hopelessness and helplessness? Are you weighed down at the onset of dawn, unmotivated to get out of bed? Are you finding activities of daily living daunting, thereby, foregoing self-care? Have you lost interest in leisure, especially in those things you once had passion for? Do you often isolate yourself from people and or avoiding relationships? Have you lost the zeal to go on living? If your answer is yes to all or any of these questions, you may be needing help with anxiety, depression trauma, or suicidal feelings.
(786) 244-7347 View (786) 244-7347
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Mary Moore LCSW L.Ac.- Acupuncture and Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705
We identify perceptions and fears, and then we identify strengths and build the courage they need to change perceptions and obliterate false fears.
Aberrations in the human condition can be very complex with roots that extend throughout the bio-psycho-social context. It often takes more than one treatment modality. I approach each client with an open mind to discover what will work in each client as I see them. Each client is given resources for self-discovery, self-healing, and self-empowerment.
We identify perceptions and fears, and then we identify strengths and build the courage they need to change perceptions and obliterate false fears.
Aberrations in the human condition can be very complex with roots that extend throughout the bio-psycho-social context. It often takes more than one treatment modality. I approach each client with an open mind to discover what will work in each client as I see them. Each client is given resources for self-discovery, self-healing, and self-empowerment.
(210) 313-3563 View (210) 313-3563
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The Talk Shop, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78725
Overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? We help couples and individuals, adults, adolescents and children develop workable solutions to "stumped" problems. Each therapist at The Talk Shop, specializes in specific areas of treatment, helping individuals regain momentum, minimize their issues, and re-balance following roadblocks. We also work with couples and individuals who are attempting to navigate tricky situations: for instance, re-consolidating your life after a divorce, evaluating complex relationship issues, or designing creative strategies to cope with PTSD or trauma. Our Our therapeutic motto is: Don't just feel better, live better.
Overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? We help couples and individuals, adults, adolescents and children develop workable solutions to "stumped" problems. Each therapist at The Talk Shop, specializes in specific areas of treatment, helping individuals regain momentum, minimize their issues, and re-balance following roadblocks. We also work with couples and individuals who are attempting to navigate tricky situations: for instance, re-consolidating your life after a divorce, evaluating complex relationship issues, or designing creative strategies to cope with PTSD or trauma. Our Our therapeutic motto is: Don't just feel better, live better.
(915) 320-6581 View (915) 320-6581
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Wellcare Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
Hello. I am a clinical therapist with extensive experience working with children, adults, couples, and families. There are many difficult issues in a person's life that can be emotionally painful, mentally confusing, and cause stress. Therapy allows me to work collaboratively with each client to find solutions and help them move forward in life. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma counseling. I also provide counseling regarding child welfare and immigration issues.
Hello. I am a clinical therapist with extensive experience working with children, adults, couples, and families. There are many difficult issues in a person's life that can be emotionally painful, mentally confusing, and cause stress. Therapy allows me to work collaboratively with each client to find solutions and help them move forward in life. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma counseling. I also provide counseling regarding child welfare and immigration issues.
(956) 365-2164 View (956) 365-2164
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Maritza Linebaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, addiction, and trauma.
Hi and welcome to my page, I'm so glad you are here! My name Maritza Linebaugh and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, life transition, attachment and grief. I began working as a counselor because of my own past traumas and hardships. Through my darkest days of depression and suicide ideations, I found Jesus. With God's grace, and other professional support, I learned the tools and skills to walk a life of freedom. That is the hope to desire for everyone I work with.
She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, addiction, and trauma.
Hi and welcome to my page, I'm so glad you are here! My name Maritza Linebaugh and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in trauma, depression, anxiety, life transition, attachment and grief. I began working as a counselor because of my own past traumas and hardships. Through my darkest days of depression and suicide ideations, I found Jesus. With God's grace, and other professional support, I learned the tools and skills to walk a life of freedom. That is the hope to desire for everyone I work with.
(361) 266-0872 View (361) 266-0872
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Ronald Crampton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDCi
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705
I tend to say that I am a Marine who likes Little House on the Prairie. Integrity and Honor, I strive for Mastery of Character. Character is the ability to apply the strengths of your design. Character is behavior..., but so are Vices. Relationship disorder, Self-esteem disorder, Depression, Grief, Anxiety, Trauma, [Substance] use/abuse and Addiction (Anybody can be addicted to anything), are at their core, Adjustment Disorders that just want to be resolved... With Mastery of Character..., Thinking creates Commitment; Commitments create Behaviors; And Behaviors..., create Outcomes...! Character, produces a life, that is yours...!
I tend to say that I am a Marine who likes Little House on the Prairie. Integrity and Honor, I strive for Mastery of Character. Character is the ability to apply the strengths of your design. Character is behavior..., but so are Vices. Relationship disorder, Self-esteem disorder, Depression, Grief, Anxiety, Trauma, [Substance] use/abuse and Addiction (Anybody can be addicted to anything), are at their core, Adjustment Disorders that just want to be resolved... With Mastery of Character..., Thinking creates Commitment; Commitments create Behaviors; And Behaviors..., create Outcomes...! Character, produces a life, that is yours...!
(737) 727-8747 View (737) 727-8747
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Caroline Stray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
It is normal to feel stuck, anxious, or afraid during all stages of life. I am here to walk you through those challenges to help you reach your full potential. I provide a safe, judgment free space to discuss any and all challenges that life brings you. I allow clients to play a huge role in the direction of their session, providing a place to discuss past traumas and struggles when they feel ready to do so. Our goal is for you leave each session with a better understanding of who you are and how you will overcome what lies ahead.
It is normal to feel stuck, anxious, or afraid during all stages of life. I am here to walk you through those challenges to help you reach your full potential. I provide a safe, judgment free space to discuss any and all challenges that life brings you. I allow clients to play a huge role in the direction of their session, providing a place to discuss past traumas and struggles when they feel ready to do so. Our goal is for you leave each session with a better understanding of who you are and how you will overcome what lies ahead.
(726) 227-1754 View (726) 227-1754
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Stephanie M Arsenault
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78730
Waitlist for new clients
If you are reading my profile, then you are probably looking for someone to help you with the problems that you and your family are facing. Perhaps your child is struggling with social anxiety, is depressed, acting out aggressively, having difficulties accepting a divorce, experiencing stress from school and extracurricular activities, or they just want someone to talk things through with. My practice focuses on helping youth learn how to cope with the stressors life brings them and to reach their potential.
If you are reading my profile, then you are probably looking for someone to help you with the problems that you and your family are facing. Perhaps your child is struggling with social anxiety, is depressed, acting out aggressively, having difficulties accepting a divorce, experiencing stress from school and extracurricular activities, or they just want someone to talk things through with. My practice focuses on helping youth learn how to cope with the stressors life brings them and to reach their potential.
(512) 601-4798 View (512) 601-4798
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David Gwin Rivertree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78703
Waitlist for new clients
I am privileged to serve individuals, groups and couples with mindfulness-based psychotherapy from a strengths perspective. I have worked with adolescents, men’s issues, depression, trauma, assertiveness, anxiety and interpersonal wellness. It is a daily gift for me to share the deeply connected practice of working with clients in a combined effort to discover their answers to life’s challenges and to embrace an understanding of their unique experience.
I am privileged to serve individuals, groups and couples with mindfulness-based psychotherapy from a strengths perspective. I have worked with adolescents, men’s issues, depression, trauma, assertiveness, anxiety and interpersonal wellness. It is a daily gift for me to share the deeply connected practice of working with clients in a combined effort to discover their answers to life’s challenges and to embrace an understanding of their unique experience.
(512) 337-4130 View (512) 337-4130
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Limitless Therapeutic Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78710  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating those with a history of trauma, depression, and anxiety.
When working with my clients, I utilize various therapeutic approaches and modalities to achieve predetermined goals. I also strive to work together with my clients to face challenging situations and life stressors, in hopes of achieving a more fulfilling and meaningful life. One of the main goals I hope to achieve when working with my clients is for them to become the best version of themselves. I want my clients to know that during the process of personal growth, I am with them every step of the way.
I specialize in treating those with a history of trauma, depression, and anxiety.
When working with my clients, I utilize various therapeutic approaches and modalities to achieve predetermined goals. I also strive to work together with my clients to face challenging situations and life stressors, in hopes of achieving a more fulfilling and meaningful life. One of the main goals I hope to achieve when working with my clients is for them to become the best version of themselves. I want my clients to know that during the process of personal growth, I am with them every step of the way.
(281) 609-6406 View (281) 609-6406
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Jan Venable
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, -S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
Jan Venable, M.Ed., LPC-S is a psychotherapist and counselor with over 25 years of experience. She works with both adolescents and adults. She specializes in working with people in recovery who want to improve their relationships. This includes healing trauma, anxiety, and codependency. She believes one of the most vital elements of mental health is developing our physical health and practicing good nutrition. She advocates for treating the whole person rather than just isolated symptoms. Jan has extensive experience with adolescents. She finds treating teens with respect and compassion opens many doors.
Jan Venable, M.Ed., LPC-S is a psychotherapist and counselor with over 25 years of experience. She works with both adolescents and adults. She specializes in working with people in recovery who want to improve their relationships. This includes healing trauma, anxiety, and codependency. She believes one of the most vital elements of mental health is developing our physical health and practicing good nutrition. She advocates for treating the whole person rather than just isolated symptoms. Jan has extensive experience with adolescents. She finds treating teens with respect and compassion opens many doors.
(512) 861-8993 View (512) 861-8993
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Merritt Insight Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 73301  (Online Only)
You've made the decision to pursue counseling and are ready to make changes in your life. Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, have had past traumatic experiences, or the pressure and stress from life is becoming overwhelming, I look forward to developing a therapeutic alliance with you to help you accomplish your goals. I specialize in treating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder. I work with both adults and adolescents (12+).
You've made the decision to pursue counseling and are ready to make changes in your life. Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, have had past traumatic experiences, or the pressure and stress from life is becoming overwhelming, I look forward to developing a therapeutic alliance with you to help you accomplish your goals. I specialize in treating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder. I work with both adults and adolescents (12+).
(469) 443-6727 View (469) 443-6727
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.