Therapists in Dallas County, TX
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Anne Melnick
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sunnyvale, TX 75182
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic health concerns, or relationship issues due to past traumatic experiences? I know how hard it is to reach out for help, but you are looking at my profile, which means you have taken the first step. I have a humanistic and action-based approach to counseling to increase my client’s personal awareness and self-regulation. Having spent years as a classroom teacher, mentor, and administrator, I bring a wealth of experience in understanding the intricacies of human behavior, communication, and personal development.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic health concerns, or relationship issues due to past traumatic experiences? I know how hard it is to reach out for help, but you are looking at my profile, which means you have taken the first step. I have a humanistic and action-based approach to counseling to increase my client’s personal awareness and self-regulation. Having spent years as a classroom teacher, mentor, and administrator, I bring a wealth of experience in understanding the intricacies of human behavior, communication, and personal development.
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Jeff Baldridge
Psychologist, PhD, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
When you're feeling anxiety, depression or a block to reaching your goals, you want results.
An untapped potential to heal, to overcome and to excel lies within each of us. Unlocking this latent potential is at the core of my practice providing counseling as a psychologist in Dallas, Texas. My desire to bring clients faster, more effective and more enduring results led me to create a practice that bridges traditional therapy approaches, coaching techniques and medical hypnotherapy. As a result, you reduce stress, improve motivation and attain goals. By gaining insight and self-management tools, you can make lasting changes to your personal and professional life.
When you're feeling anxiety, depression or a block to reaching your goals, you want results.
An untapped potential to heal, to overcome and to excel lies within each of us. Unlocking this latent potential is at the core of my practice providing counseling as a psychologist in Dallas, Texas. My desire to bring clients faster, more effective and more enduring results led me to create a practice that bridges traditional therapy approaches, coaching techniques and medical hypnotherapy. As a result, you reduce stress, improve motivation and attain goals. By gaining insight and self-management tools, you can make lasting changes to your personal and professional life.
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Megan Hoffman Supervised By Kelley Doss Lpc-S Ceds-C
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75080
We each have a unique story of obstacles and life changes that can be difficult and discouraging to navigate alone. Together, we will identify stressors, and create a plan of action that works best for you, your child, and your family. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with various presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, stress management, anger, self- image, porn addiction, trauma, and more.
We each have a unique story of obstacles and life changes that can be difficult and discouraging to navigate alone. Together, we will identify stressors, and create a plan of action that works best for you, your child, and your family. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with various presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, stress management, anger, self- image, porn addiction, trauma, and more.
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Larry Lynn Hanselka
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75240
In these uncertain, anxious and troubled times, many people are experiencing high levels of stress, anxiety and depression. Many are experiencing increased social isolation and loneliness. Many are in need of a skilled, supportive therapist who can provide perspective and help them navigate their way. I can help. I offer strong specialty in treating anxiety and depression, trauma (PTSD), and relationship/sexual problems (gay & straight). I find it especially rewarding working with grieving clients, those suffering from chronic & terminal illness, men's issues, and helping men & women heal from emotional, physical & sexual abuse.
In these uncertain, anxious and troubled times, many people are experiencing high levels of stress, anxiety and depression. Many are experiencing increased social isolation and loneliness. Many are in need of a skilled, supportive therapist who can provide perspective and help them navigate their way. I can help. I offer strong specialty in treating anxiety and depression, trauma (PTSD), and relationship/sexual problems (gay & straight). I find it especially rewarding working with grieving clients, those suffering from chronic & terminal illness, men's issues, and helping men & women heal from emotional, physical & sexual abuse.
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Jacqueline Hood
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LSSP
Verified Verified
Addison, TX 75001
I am a licensed psychologist dedicated to working with children and families. I treat a number of childhood emotional and behavioral disorders and have advanced training and experience in the treatment of mood disorders and anxiety disorders (e.g., OCD, social phobia, and selective mutism). I also have unique experience in providing psychotherapy to children and adolescents whose emotional problems occur alongside developmental differences, such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, or mental retardation.
I am a licensed psychologist dedicated to working with children and families. I treat a number of childhood emotional and behavioral disorders and have advanced training and experience in the treatment of mood disorders and anxiety disorders (e.g., OCD, social phobia, and selective mutism). I also have unique experience in providing psychotherapy to children and adolescents whose emotional problems occur alongside developmental differences, such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, or mental retardation.
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Tracy Ray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGIP
Verified Verified
Grand Prairie, TX 75052 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief? Emotions are complex and each person has his/her own unique needs. You do not have to handle it alone; I can help. Allow me to walk with you until you discover your purpose, discover your self-love, self-worth, and renew your zeal for life. My sole desire is to see you emotionally healthy and equipped to overcome life’s obstacles.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief? Emotions are complex and each person has his/her own unique needs. You do not have to handle it alone; I can help. Allow me to walk with you until you discover your purpose, discover your self-love, self-worth, and renew your zeal for life. My sole desire is to see you emotionally healthy and equipped to overcome life’s obstacles.
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Leslie Scott Griffis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75248
When treating common issues such as depression and anxiety, Leslie encourages her clients to consider the many factors–some of which are not readily apparent–that tend to shape such self-limiting patterns.
Leslie is an accomplished psychotherapist, licensed professional counselor and esteemed life coach. As an undergraduate, Leslie attended Depaul University in Chicago, where she earned a B.A. in Communication, then attended Southern Methodist University, where she earned her Master of Science in Counseling. Leslie achieved excellence as a college athlete. She was a Division I softball pitcher at University of Washington and Depaul University, and participated in the College World Series. She inspires her clients to set healthy personal, lifestyle and relationship goals, and to realize those goals through structured self-examination
When treating common issues such as depression and anxiety, Leslie encourages her clients to consider the many factors–some of which are not readily apparent–that tend to shape such self-limiting patterns.
Leslie is an accomplished psychotherapist, licensed professional counselor and esteemed life coach. As an undergraduate, Leslie attended Depaul University in Chicago, where she earned a B.A. in Communication, then attended Southern Methodist University, where she earned her Master of Science in Counseling. Leslie achieved excellence as a college athlete. She was a Division I softball pitcher at University of Washington and Depaul University, and participated in the College World Series. She inspires her clients to set healthy personal, lifestyle and relationship goals, and to realize those goals through structured self-examination
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Beth Reeder Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75209
Beth specializes in helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families cope with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self worth issues, and mood disorders.
Elizabeth, "Beth," is a Dallas area licensed Individual, Family & Couples Therapist. She specializes in counseling adolescents, adults, couples and families. She utilizes CBT, EMDR and is a Certified Imago Therapist trained to help couples reconnect. Mindfulness, positive replacement behaviors, and increased self-worth are fostered in individual sessions as well as healing from anxiety, stress, trauma and negative self beliefs. Conflict resolution, effective parenting techniques, improved problem solving, and increased communication skills and connection are fostered in couples, family, and parenting sessions.
Beth specializes in helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families cope with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self worth issues, and mood disorders.
Elizabeth, "Beth," is a Dallas area licensed Individual, Family & Couples Therapist. She specializes in counseling adolescents, adults, couples and families. She utilizes CBT, EMDR and is a Certified Imago Therapist trained to help couples reconnect. Mindfulness, positive replacement behaviors, and increased self-worth are fostered in individual sessions as well as healing from anxiety, stress, trauma and negative self beliefs. Conflict resolution, effective parenting techniques, improved problem solving, and increased communication skills and connection are fostered in couples, family, and parenting sessions.
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Alexandra Born
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC-i
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
I am a dedicated counselor addressing unique mental health challenges for men and women. Specializing in anxiety and depression, I tailor interventions for work-life balance, parenting, and stress. With extensive experience in individual and group counseling, I integrate mindfulness practices and enhanced communication techniques. Choosing me means benefiting from expertise and dedication to your well-being. I'm passionate about guiding through adversity, with a specialized focus on men's issues. Together, we embark on a journey towards personal growth, resilience, and lasting success.
I am a dedicated counselor addressing unique mental health challenges for men and women. Specializing in anxiety and depression, I tailor interventions for work-life balance, parenting, and stress. With extensive experience in individual and group counseling, I integrate mindfulness practices and enhanced communication techniques. Choosing me means benefiting from expertise and dedication to your well-being. I'm passionate about guiding through adversity, with a specialized focus on men's issues. Together, we embark on a journey towards personal growth, resilience, and lasting success.
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Turquoise N. Banks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219 (Online Only)
The problems may stem from unmet needs (love, belonging, guidance), various issues (anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, grief), or not meeting personal goals.
The CHOICES we make have a major impact on the life we live. It's important to find a therapist who is a good fit for your needs and I understand it can be challenging. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience, training and advocacy. I'm an open and accessible therapist with a warm, candid, and collaborative style. I primarily use an approach based on the dynamics of mind, brain, body and spirit. I look forward to building a trusting therapeutic alliance with you and feel confident we can meet your goals together.
The problems may stem from unmet needs (love, belonging, guidance), various issues (anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, grief), or not meeting personal goals.
The CHOICES we make have a major impact on the life we live. It's important to find a therapist who is a good fit for your needs and I understand it can be challenging. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience, training and advocacy. I'm an open and accessible therapist with a warm, candid, and collaborative style. I primarily use an approach based on the dynamics of mind, brain, body and spirit. I look forward to building a trusting therapeutic alliance with you and feel confident we can meet your goals together.
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Monica A Salinas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
Are you struggling to adjust to unpleasant life changes, trauma, anxiety or stress? Are you a parent struggling to cope with the stress of raising children while balancing your own mental health needs? Is tapping into the present moment difficult? Our thoughts and feelings can, at times, feel like huge obstacles to overcome. My passion is helping clients find aspects within themselves capable of overcoming these obstacles, and cultivating a more fulling and present life.
Are you struggling to adjust to unpleasant life changes, trauma, anxiety or stress? Are you a parent struggling to cope with the stress of raising children while balancing your own mental health needs? Is tapping into the present moment difficult? Our thoughts and feelings can, at times, feel like huge obstacles to overcome. My passion is helping clients find aspects within themselves capable of overcoming these obstacles, and cultivating a more fulling and present life.
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Diana Chavez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
Some of the therapeutic modalities I have used with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, traumas or other mental health issues are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused therapy.
Listening, empowering, and being present with my clients is what I am passionate about. I have about 7 years of counseling and clinical experience. I received my Masters in Social Work in 2014 from Hunter College in NYC. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and individuals all ages including geriatrics. I will help guide you and assist you in coming up with strategies to help conquer your life goals and overcome challenges. Creating a safe space and being non-judgmental is extremely important to me when working with my clients.
Some of the therapeutic modalities I have used with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, traumas or other mental health issues are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused therapy.
Listening, empowering, and being present with my clients is what I am passionate about. I have about 7 years of counseling and clinical experience. I received my Masters in Social Work in 2014 from Hunter College in NYC. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and individuals all ages including geriatrics. I will help guide you and assist you in coming up with strategies to help conquer your life goals and overcome challenges. Creating a safe space and being non-judgmental is extremely important to me when working with my clients.
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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.
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Tiana Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75214
Entrepreneurs, leaders, and creative individuals often struggle with self-esteem and career issues. The experience of depression, anxiety, trauma, or significant life transitions can interfere with your overall well-being. We go through life feeling there must be more; more to our potential, our relationships… just more. To address these concerns we have to look at our own investment in ourselves and our process of growth.
Entrepreneurs, leaders, and creative individuals often struggle with self-esteem and career issues. The experience of depression, anxiety, trauma, or significant life transitions can interfere with your overall well-being. We go through life feeling there must be more; more to our potential, our relationships… just more. To address these concerns we have to look at our own investment in ourselves and our process of growth.
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Chris Epstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
I have special interests in working with those struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders, dual diagnosis, spiritual issues, substance use disorders, boundary issues, conflict resolution, interpersonal skill-building and bipolar disorder.
Being a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas for many years, I have enjoyed a type of therapy that allows an individual to find freedom through acceptance of their issues rather than running from the reality of their existence. As we come to understand our past and how it has shaped us, we can then begin the practice of choosing differently for ourselves in the present and for our future. This search is a sacred process where therapist and client join together, rather than a therapy done 'to' you as a client. I would like to join in that process with you!
I have special interests in working with those struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders, dual diagnosis, spiritual issues, substance use disorders, boundary issues, conflict resolution, interpersonal skill-building and bipolar disorder.
Being a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas for many years, I have enjoyed a type of therapy that allows an individual to find freedom through acceptance of their issues rather than running from the reality of their existence. As we come to understand our past and how it has shaped us, we can then begin the practice of choosing differently for ourselves in the present and for our future. This search is a sacred process where therapist and client join together, rather than a therapy done 'to' you as a client. I would like to join in that process with you!
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Estrelita Bruce
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
I'm a compassionate LPC-Associate under the supervision of Dr. Stacia Alexander, who focuses on mental health, providing a non-judgmental, safe space where clients have the freedom to grow at their own pace. I aim to educate, encourage, & equip individuals with tools/resources to help them maintain self-care, emotional/mental/spiritual wellness, and experience transformation. I specialize in trauma-informed care, grief/loss, and self-care/stress management. I also help clients who have issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and career/purpose.
I'm a compassionate LPC-Associate under the supervision of Dr. Stacia Alexander, who focuses on mental health, providing a non-judgmental, safe space where clients have the freedom to grow at their own pace. I aim to educate, encourage, & equip individuals with tools/resources to help them maintain self-care, emotional/mental/spiritual wellness, and experience transformation. I specialize in trauma-informed care, grief/loss, and self-care/stress management. I also help clients who have issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and career/purpose.
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Shelley Guess
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Irving, TX 75039
Are you realizing the things that have happened in your life are holding you back? It's hard to relax. Life feels more black than white. You're told you worry too much, and you know that's right, but you don't know how to stop. Often, trauma from the past can be a large factor in this. I enjoying working with clients who are hoping to "reset" their automatic responses by addressing past and recent hurtful events. I use a "bottom up" approach primarily, meaning I focus on the pain that that body and the mind are still holding on to unconsciously. Together, we'll work to rewire those automatic beliefs and triggered responses.
Are you realizing the things that have happened in your life are holding you back? It's hard to relax. Life feels more black than white. You're told you worry too much, and you know that's right, but you don't know how to stop. Often, trauma from the past can be a large factor in this. I enjoying working with clients who are hoping to "reset" their automatic responses by addressing past and recent hurtful events. I use a "bottom up" approach primarily, meaning I focus on the pain that that body and the mind are still holding on to unconsciously. Together, we'll work to rewire those automatic beliefs and triggered responses.
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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.
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Heather Resneder
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75080
Getting help to untangle and navigate through this time is the first step. I can help you have better relationships within your family and with others. Finding your authentic self and expressing your needs brings benefits to your life in so many ways. Parenting, communicating with a significant other, and dealing with stress, anxiety or depression can be challenging. Together we can work to reduce or eliminate problematic patterns of behavior preventing you from living the life you desire.
Getting help to untangle and navigate through this time is the first step. I can help you have better relationships within your family and with others. Finding your authentic self and expressing your needs brings benefits to your life in so many ways. Parenting, communicating with a significant other, and dealing with stress, anxiety or depression can be challenging. Together we can work to reduce or eliminate problematic patterns of behavior preventing you from living the life you desire.
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Debra Arseneaux
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
I specialize in a wide variety of issues, although a large percentage of my therapy work is in anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, grief and sexual/relational issues.
For best and quickest response, email me! Phone calls are difficult to return in a timely manner with my schedule. My clients range in a variety of needs and challenges, and my experience across a diverse demographic gives me the opportunity to help people in most situations to recover, heal and overcome issues in their lives. I enjoy helping people transform their lives in both reactive and proactive ways, and look forward to helping you meet your goals.
I specialize in a wide variety of issues, although a large percentage of my therapy work is in anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, grief and sexual/relational issues.
For best and quickest response, email me! Phone calls are difficult to return in a timely manner with my schedule. My clients range in a variety of needs and challenges, and my experience across a diverse demographic gives me the opportunity to help people in most situations to recover, heal and overcome issues in their lives. I enjoy helping people transform their lives in both reactive and proactive ways, and look forward to helping you meet your goals.
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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.