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Angela S. Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
Specialties: depression, anxiety, couples/sex, addiction, PTSD.
This is overwhelming, I know. Finding the right therapist is stressful and exhausting. With almost 20 years of experience, I've worked with people with numerous struggles effecting their lives, relationships, careers, and/or children. Life can be challenging, and I help my clients find what's standing in the way of achieving happiness, fulfillment, success, and well-being. In a warm, nonjudgemental environment, we explore practical issues, thoughts, ideas, and feelings while being offered honest, open feedback and challenges. We will identify your personal obstacles and barriers while developing an action plan to overcome them.
Specialties: depression, anxiety, couples/sex, addiction, PTSD.
This is overwhelming, I know. Finding the right therapist is stressful and exhausting. With almost 20 years of experience, I've worked with people with numerous struggles effecting their lives, relationships, careers, and/or children. Life can be challenging, and I help my clients find what's standing in the way of achieving happiness, fulfillment, success, and well-being. In a warm, nonjudgemental environment, we explore practical issues, thoughts, ideas, and feelings while being offered honest, open feedback and challenges. We will identify your personal obstacles and barriers while developing an action plan to overcome them.
(214) 506-2626 View (214) 506-2626
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Pamela VanPelt-Tess
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75248
Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and the endless stress of our fast paced society contribute to suffering and interfere with our ability to enjoy life. Working with couples and individuals from a mindfulness-based perspective to promote compassion, patience, and kindness is my primary goal and the approach I take in therapy. When we learn to be true to ourselves, we are better able to give to others and appreciate the abundance in our lives. My intention is to support clients in learning to honor and accept themselves.
Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and the endless stress of our fast paced society contribute to suffering and interfere with our ability to enjoy life. Working with couples and individuals from a mindfulness-based perspective to promote compassion, patience, and kindness is my primary goal and the approach I take in therapy. When we learn to be true to ourselves, we are better able to give to others and appreciate the abundance in our lives. My intention is to support clients in learning to honor and accept themselves.
(972) 275-6946 View (972) 275-6946
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Kelly Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75214  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Throughout my career as a counselor, I have had the opportunity to work with specialties including eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, trauma, and relationship issues. I would like you to feel that we are working in partnership to make changes in your life and in finding the answers for each challenge you face. Clients need support, suggestions, positive encouragement and a safe, nonjudgmental place to share issues and concerns. La habilidad de proveer terapia a mis clientes hispanohablantes es uno de los servicios que ofrezco. En plus, mes clients francophones bénéficieront de partager dans leur propre langue.
Throughout my career as a counselor, I have had the opportunity to work with specialties including eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, trauma, and relationship issues. I would like you to feel that we are working in partnership to make changes in your life and in finding the answers for each challenge you face. Clients need support, suggestions, positive encouragement and a safe, nonjudgmental place to share issues and concerns. La habilidad de proveer terapia a mis clientes hispanohablantes es uno de los servicios que ofrezco. En plus, mes clients francophones bénéficieront de partager dans leur propre langue.
(469) 551-8419 View (469) 551-8419
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Hollie Pool
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75215  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in frustrating patterns or struggling to find joy in the monotony of life? Do you struggle with overthinking, worrying, and obsessing over little things, big things, and everything in between? Life is too short to be controlled by anxiety, depression, past traumas, or unsatisfying relationships. Let's get you moving in the right direction and help you find peace, control, and clarity. I can help you build a life that you feel excited to wake up to each morning. Together, we will create a plan to move you toward your goals, help you break free from the burdens that you carry, and cultivate a life of purpose.
Are you feeling stuck in frustrating patterns or struggling to find joy in the monotony of life? Do you struggle with overthinking, worrying, and obsessing over little things, big things, and everything in between? Life is too short to be controlled by anxiety, depression, past traumas, or unsatisfying relationships. Let's get you moving in the right direction and help you find peace, control, and clarity. I can help you build a life that you feel excited to wake up to each morning. Together, we will create a plan to move you toward your goals, help you break free from the burdens that you carry, and cultivate a life of purpose.
(972) 646-8487 View (972) 646-8487
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Catherine Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231  (Online Only)
I strive to create an environment that is warm and welcoming. It is not unusual to feel apprehensive about starting therapy, these fears can usually be alleviated within the first session or two.
I strive to create an environment that is warm and welcoming. It is not unusual to feel apprehensive about starting therapy, these fears can usually be alleviated within the first session or two.
(214) 771-8940 View (214) 771-8940
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Natalie Kingsley
Psychologist, DCPsych
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75243
Hello and welcome! I specialize in helping millennials with anxiety who have tried therapy before with minimal success. We might be a good fit if you struggle to prioritize your needs, and feel there are parts of yourself that you need to hide, You may try to only share the parts of yourself you are sure others will like or appreciate. You may expect perfection from yourself and your inner critic is never satisfied, leaving you feeling anxious. This way of living, ignoring your own needs and sacrificing your well-being, is taking its toll, interfering with your psychological health, your relationships, and your enjoyment of life.
Hello and welcome! I specialize in helping millennials with anxiety who have tried therapy before with minimal success. We might be a good fit if you struggle to prioritize your needs, and feel there are parts of yourself that you need to hide, You may try to only share the parts of yourself you are sure others will like or appreciate. You may expect perfection from yourself and your inner critic is never satisfied, leaving you feeling anxious. This way of living, ignoring your own needs and sacrificing your well-being, is taking its toll, interfering with your psychological health, your relationships, and your enjoyment of life.
(469) 275-4775 View (469) 275-4775
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Leigh Barnett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75243
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, mood disorders and relationship issues. I will help you learn to cope with present stressors or process past experiences. It is important that we establish goals, and I will actively work to help you meet them. I develop personal and genuine relationships with my clients, which is helpful in developing a plan that is tailored to your individual needs.
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, mood disorders and relationship issues. I will help you learn to cope with present stressors or process past experiences. It is important that we establish goals, and I will actively work to help you meet them. I develop personal and genuine relationships with my clients, which is helpful in developing a plan that is tailored to your individual needs.
(972) 388-3648 View (972) 388-3648
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Monty Evans
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230
Individuals dealing with relationship issues, adult life-span problems, women's health issues, individuals coping with conflict, depression, and anxiety are my specialties. Providing mindfulness education and burnout prevention for physicians at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, developing women's mental health programs at Baylor University Medical Center, and teaching executive coaching and organizational behavior at UT Dallas and Southern Methodist University are my long-term commitments.
Individuals dealing with relationship issues, adult life-span problems, women's health issues, individuals coping with conflict, depression, and anxiety are my specialties. Providing mindfulness education and burnout prevention for physicians at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, developing women's mental health programs at Baylor University Medical Center, and teaching executive coaching and organizational behavior at UT Dallas and Southern Methodist University are my long-term commitments.
(469) 507-2187 View (469) 507-2187
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Compassionate Spaces Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75243
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adult couples and individuals struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, codependency, anger management, and more. More often than not, the underlying cause of the problem is an unhealthy pattern of behaviors or thought which keeps us stuck in exactly the situation we are trying to avoid. In order to find a way forward we first have to recognize the unhealthy patterns we are stuck in and the steps we need to take to get out of them. There are many ways to do this, and I am very comfortable tailoring my approach to individual clients to help them get the best results possible.
I work with adult couples and individuals struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, codependency, anger management, and more. More often than not, the underlying cause of the problem is an unhealthy pattern of behaviors or thought which keeps us stuck in exactly the situation we are trying to avoid. In order to find a way forward we first have to recognize the unhealthy patterns we are stuck in and the steps we need to take to get out of them. There are many ways to do this, and I am very comfortable tailoring my approach to individual clients to help them get the best results possible.
(469) 904-0432 View (469) 904-0432
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Julia C Stacy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206  (Online Only)
I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, past trauma, life transitions, narcissistic abuse and relationship challenges.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed right now? Could you really use more positive support to help empower you to create the fulfilling life you deserve? With over 25 years of experience, I continue to be passionate about helping my clients to accomplish just that! I utilize a Cognitive Behavioral approach and my therapeutic environment is a safe and accepting space filled with curiosity, humor and compassion. With my extensive experience and training, you can trust that you are in the rights hands from the get-go. Be ready to learn how to overcome what's holding you back so you are able to reach all of your goals ASAP!
I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, past trauma, life transitions, narcissistic abuse and relationship challenges.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed right now? Could you really use more positive support to help empower you to create the fulfilling life you deserve? With over 25 years of experience, I continue to be passionate about helping my clients to accomplish just that! I utilize a Cognitive Behavioral approach and my therapeutic environment is a safe and accepting space filled with curiosity, humor and compassion. With my extensive experience and training, you can trust that you are in the rights hands from the get-go. Be ready to learn how to overcome what's holding you back so you are able to reach all of your goals ASAP!
(972) 325-5280 View (972) 325-5280
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Gloria Ester Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75209
I have worked with children, teens, and adults with a variety of problems like families involved with CPS, parenting skills, mental illness, addiction treatment for individuals & their families, unemployed individuals (career counseling), depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, anger issues, bullying, marital problems, self-injury, abuse, grief, & many more.
There is not a specific type of therapeutic style or approach that works for everyone: age, ethnicity, all of this may play a part into stressors and how we cope with them. Therefore, the services are built around the individuals or family needs, focusing on strengths and values. I believe there is nothing we can’t overcome and the first step is seeking the help. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity. If you’re reading this, then you’re already on your way to change. Life is full of challenges, struggles, and stressful situations. WE have all been there before.
I have worked with children, teens, and adults with a variety of problems like families involved with CPS, parenting skills, mental illness, addiction treatment for individuals & their families, unemployed individuals (career counseling), depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, anger issues, bullying, marital problems, self-injury, abuse, grief, & many more.
There is not a specific type of therapeutic style or approach that works for everyone: age, ethnicity, all of this may play a part into stressors and how we cope with them. Therefore, the services are built around the individuals or family needs, focusing on strengths and values. I believe there is nothing we can’t overcome and the first step is seeking the help. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity. If you’re reading this, then you’re already on your way to change. Life is full of challenges, struggles, and stressful situations. WE have all been there before.
(325) 221-2847 View (325) 221-2847
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Tori Shapiro
LPC Intern, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75206
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
The first thing I would want clients of mine to know is no matter what battle they are facing, they are not alone. Whether you struggle with the darkness of depression or feel your anxiety is all-consuming, know that you are seen, heard, and validated. I aim to assure my clients that reaching out for help is one of the best things you can do and by working together, we can accomplish set goals to get you on track to living an all-around mentally happier and healthier life. I strive to help you understand that you are not defined by your mental health struggles and that things do get better, even when that may seem impossible.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
The first thing I would want clients of mine to know is no matter what battle they are facing, they are not alone. Whether you struggle with the darkness of depression or feel your anxiety is all-consuming, know that you are seen, heard, and validated. I aim to assure my clients that reaching out for help is one of the best things you can do and by working together, we can accomplish set goals to get you on track to living an all-around mentally happier and healthier life. I strive to help you understand that you are not defined by your mental health struggles and that things do get better, even when that may seem impossible.
(469) 966-1812 View (469) 966-1812
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Caroline Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75254  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Caroline and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping people with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, motivation, self esteem, and improving confidence. I strive to create and maintain an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared with no judgment. I will tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Hello! My name is Caroline and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping people with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, motivation, self esteem, and improving confidence. I strive to create and maintain an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared with no judgment. I will tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
(214) 817-0014 View (214) 817-0014
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Mimi Walke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75206
I specialize in mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder), relationship issues, and personality disorders.
Do you ever feel misunderstood, alone, or overwhelmed by your daily responsibilities? Therapy can be a great way to learn to build coping skills for your anxiety, depression, or any other mental health challenges you may be facing. Therapy can also help you set goals, work on boundary setting, communication skills, and processing past events that have left lasting marks in current relationships. It's important that I provide a safe space for my clients to express their feelings, needs, and wants to an unbiased person (me, the counselor) and that I can offer feedback that challenges them to grow and heal!
I specialize in mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder), relationship issues, and personality disorders.
Do you ever feel misunderstood, alone, or overwhelmed by your daily responsibilities? Therapy can be a great way to learn to build coping skills for your anxiety, depression, or any other mental health challenges you may be facing. Therapy can also help you set goals, work on boundary setting, communication skills, and processing past events that have left lasting marks in current relationships. It's important that I provide a safe space for my clients to express their feelings, needs, and wants to an unbiased person (me, the counselor) and that I can offer feedback that challenges them to grow and heal!
(512) 714-3403 View (512) 714-3403
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Total Wellness Consultants
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75206
Therapy is a process of self-discovery. My aim is to provide a safe and caring environment for those who are hurting or feeling stuck. I offer therapeutic interventions aimed at optimizing your quality of life through finding balance and obtaining understanding and acceptance of yourself. Whether you seek relief from acute symptoms such as anxiety or depression or you wish to break unhealthy relationship patterns. I will help you gain deeper understanding of your self, while supporting you with finding your own answers and making the changes you decide to make.
Therapy is a process of self-discovery. My aim is to provide a safe and caring environment for those who are hurting or feeling stuck. I offer therapeutic interventions aimed at optimizing your quality of life through finding balance and obtaining understanding and acceptance of yourself. Whether you seek relief from acute symptoms such as anxiety or depression or you wish to break unhealthy relationship patterns. I will help you gain deeper understanding of your self, while supporting you with finding your own answers and making the changes you decide to make.
(714) 679-6111 View (714) 679-6111
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ACE T. Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75228
I have an excellent record of successful work on several disorders including Depression, Anxiety/Phobia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Anger, Grief, & ADHD/ADD, Addiction, Behavioral Issues, Eating Disorders, Life Coaching, Marital and Premarital, Obesity, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, & Self-Harming.
My mission is to help all my clients make quality improvements in their lives. I have years of experience in individual, family, couple, and group counseling. I integrate several forms of psychotherapy approaches such as Internal Family System, BrainSpotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TB-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more, to tailor treatment to my clients' individual needs. My intervention styles and commitment to my clients' total wellness help them achieve the successful resolution of their underlying issues and traumatic reactions.
I have an excellent record of successful work on several disorders including Depression, Anxiety/Phobia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Anger, Grief, & ADHD/ADD, Addiction, Behavioral Issues, Eating Disorders, Life Coaching, Marital and Premarital, Obesity, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, & Self-Harming.
My mission is to help all my clients make quality improvements in their lives. I have years of experience in individual, family, couple, and group counseling. I integrate several forms of psychotherapy approaches such as Internal Family System, BrainSpotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TB-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more, to tailor treatment to my clients' individual needs. My intervention styles and commitment to my clients' total wellness help them achieve the successful resolution of their underlying issues and traumatic reactions.
(972) 441-7349 View (972) 441-7349
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Trisha Cavins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75240
"RAISING A TEENAGER IS LIKE NAILING JELLO TO A TREE".Don't you wish there was a handbook on raising your child/teen? Help is here!! I have worked with children, teens and adults since1991, providing individual and family therapy,coping skills, parenting education, and crisis intervention. I specialize in: anxiety, depression,stress management,self esteem, peer pressures, defiance,resistance, anger management,ADHD, grief, and the stress of private schooling.My experience includes:working in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, runaway shelter; teen pregnancy home, agencies, in-school therapy and running a day treatment facility
"RAISING A TEENAGER IS LIKE NAILING JELLO TO A TREE".Don't you wish there was a handbook on raising your child/teen? Help is here!! I have worked with children, teens and adults since1991, providing individual and family therapy,coping skills, parenting education, and crisis intervention. I specialize in: anxiety, depression,stress management,self esteem, peer pressures, defiance,resistance, anger management,ADHD, grief, and the stress of private schooling.My experience includes:working in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, runaway shelter; teen pregnancy home, agencies, in-school therapy and running a day treatment facility
(214) 901-7180 View (214) 901-7180
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Debby Slaughter Dudley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230
I hear many accounts of people, especially 25-45, feeling overwhelmed with busy lives, feeling numb, trapped or unfulfilled. Sometimes these feelings have lead to out of control behaviors, shame and guilt. Fear of letting others down or failing to meet the perceived standards of our culture can cause the best of us to feel trapped in a spin cycle. I try to provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental, objective environment to face their fears, feelings and struggles in order to make the way for new thinking and more positive behaviors.
I hear many accounts of people, especially 25-45, feeling overwhelmed with busy lives, feeling numb, trapped or unfulfilled. Sometimes these feelings have lead to out of control behaviors, shame and guilt. Fear of letting others down or failing to meet the perceived standards of our culture can cause the best of us to feel trapped in a spin cycle. I try to provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental, objective environment to face their fears, feelings and struggles in order to make the way for new thinking and more positive behaviors.
(214) 299-5145 View (214) 299-5145
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Healing Mind Psychiatry PLLC
PA-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
Now Accepting NEW Clients! Welcome to Healing Mind Psychiatry, where our goal is to offer compassionate, thorough, and individualized mental health services. We know how intimidating it might be to seek professional assistance for mental health issues. Our clinic offers a wide range of services to both adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of mental health conditions. As a result, our team of skilled mental health providers are committed to fostering a secure and welcoming environment for every client who enters our doors. From depression and anxiety, bipolar illness & ADHD, our specialists have the knowledge to help you.
Now Accepting NEW Clients! Welcome to Healing Mind Psychiatry, where our goal is to offer compassionate, thorough, and individualized mental health services. We know how intimidating it might be to seek professional assistance for mental health issues. Our clinic offers a wide range of services to both adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of mental health conditions. As a result, our team of skilled mental health providers are committed to fostering a secure and welcoming environment for every client who enters our doors. From depression and anxiety, bipolar illness & ADHD, our specialists have the knowledge to help you.
(214) 241-4684 View (214) 241-4684
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Mary Ellen Davison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and unhealthy relational patterns, helping them to identify and change the obstacles and patterns that are getting in their way. Clients often come in feeling like life is overwhelming and they are not managing work, school, friendships and relationships well, despite their best intentions and efforts. Often these patterns are so ingrained that we are not aware of another way of interacting or seeing our core beliefs. Therapy can increase insight and help to resolve and heal the underlying issues, creating the symptoms of anxiety and depression.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and unhealthy relational patterns, helping them to identify and change the obstacles and patterns that are getting in their way. Clients often come in feeling like life is overwhelming and they are not managing work, school, friendships and relationships well, despite their best intentions and efforts. Often these patterns are so ingrained that we are not aware of another way of interacting or seeing our core beliefs. Therapy can increase insight and help to resolve and heal the underlying issues, creating the symptoms of anxiety and depression.
(214) 692-2281 View (214) 692-2281
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.