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April VanderVeen
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mill Creek, WA 98012
I have a special interest in supporting couples navigate the more difficult challenges of marriage and family issues, and I also work with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, stress management, grief and loss, life transitions, emotional abuse, and family issues.
Counseling is a deeply personal process, and it is a courageous step to engage those areas in your life that are asking for your presence. I am a Christian counselor who believes that every individual was created to be known, pursued, and cared for. I seek to support each individual by creating a safe space for the authentic self to thrive. Throughout the process, you can expect a warm, empathetic, and supportive approach as we navigate a path toward wholeness.
I have a special interest in supporting couples navigate the more difficult challenges of marriage and family issues, and I also work with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, stress management, grief and loss, life transitions, emotional abuse, and family issues.
Counseling is a deeply personal process, and it is a courageous step to engage those areas in your life that are asking for your presence. I am a Christian counselor who believes that every individual was created to be known, pursued, and cared for. I seek to support each individual by creating a safe space for the authentic self to thrive. Throughout the process, you can expect a warm, empathetic, and supportive approach as we navigate a path toward wholeness.
(425) 563-7538 View (425) 563-7538
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Lynn Hackstaff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve stress and every session should offer greater understanding of issues and relief in some way. Maybe you feel all alone with your concerns—it’s normal to feel that way. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place to be heard, and for you to feel safe with all of your feelings and thoughts, even those that you might feel are strange.
Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve stress and every session should offer greater understanding of issues and relief in some way. Maybe you feel all alone with your concerns—it’s normal to feel that way. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place to be heard, and for you to feel safe with all of your feelings and thoughts, even those that you might feel are strange.
(425) 250-9662 View (425) 250-9662
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Konecny Philip
Counselor, MA, CL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Everett, WA 98201
We all experience difficulties and overwhelming emotions at times in our lives. But its how we react that determines the degree to which we suffer. We can't escape life's moments of pain but we can exercise life skills to overcome suffering, anxiety and depression. Develop effective coping and problem solving skills. Manage your feelings and avoid reacting in destructive ways. [Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist - DBT]
We all experience difficulties and overwhelming emotions at times in our lives. But its how we react that determines the degree to which we suffer. We can't escape life's moments of pain but we can exercise life skills to overcome suffering, anxiety and depression. Develop effective coping and problem solving skills. Manage your feelings and avoid reacting in destructive ways. [Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist - DBT]
(425) 341-1439 View (425) 341-1439
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Samantha Studley
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mill Creek, WA 98012
I am accepting a few new clients currently, please contact me for availability and to schedule a consult to see if we are a good fit. I work with teens and adults on struggles such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, addiction, identity questioning and transitions (LGBTQIA+ affirming), codependency, issues in relationships, and more. I’m passionate about helping clients who want to heal in ways that allow them to move forward and remove obstacles preventing them from reaching their goals and embracing their truths.
I am accepting a few new clients currently, please contact me for availability and to schedule a consult to see if we are a good fit. I work with teens and adults on struggles such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, addiction, identity questioning and transitions (LGBTQIA+ affirming), codependency, issues in relationships, and more. I’m passionate about helping clients who want to heal in ways that allow them to move forward and remove obstacles preventing them from reaching their goals and embracing their truths.
(425) 584-3138 View (425) 584-3138
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Maureen Olson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Hello! I am Maureen. I specialize in adolescent (16+) and adult mental health. I often work with clients in the Asian American community, adoptees and individuals who are dealing with depression, anxiety, life transition, adoption issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, adjustment, ADHD and trauma. Whether you're embarking on a new chapter of life or exploring your identity, I am here to empower you. Everyone is welcome regardless of cultural or ethnic background.
Hello! I am Maureen. I specialize in adolescent (16+) and adult mental health. I often work with clients in the Asian American community, adoptees and individuals who are dealing with depression, anxiety, life transition, adoption issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, adjustment, ADHD and trauma. Whether you're embarking on a new chapter of life or exploring your identity, I am here to empower you. Everyone is welcome regardless of cultural or ethnic background.
(425) 382-8007 View (425) 382-8007
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Marieka Miller & The Evolved Athlete's Institute
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
My background includes treatment of anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, life transitions, parent support, Sensory Processing Disorder, stress reduction - utilizing MBSR techniques, and parent coaching/training.
My professional experience, academic emphasis, and personal passion aims at helping clients experience their full potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also work as a performance consultant for competitive athletes and coaches using mental skills training. I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University and have fifteen years of clinical experience in private practice throughout western Washington.
My background includes treatment of anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, life transitions, parent support, Sensory Processing Disorder, stress reduction - utilizing MBSR techniques, and parent coaching/training.
My professional experience, academic emphasis, and personal passion aims at helping clients experience their full potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also work as a performance consultant for competitive athletes and coaches using mental skills training. I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University and have fifteen years of clinical experience in private practice throughout western Washington.
(206) 693-4815 View (206) 693-4815
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Brooke Brandeberry
Counselor, MS, CN, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
I also use food to help support mental health challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances.
Are you one of the many people struggling to live in their bodies? Does it feel impossible to feed yourself in a way that is balanced? I want to help you break free from feeling this disappointment, frustration and shame. Our culture encourages us to live disconnected from our true selves, and I want to help you heal your relationship your true self. By learning to listen to our Knowing selves, we can learn to live a life that WE choose, helping us to feel more inspired, joyful, and authentic.
I also use food to help support mental health challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances.
Are you one of the many people struggling to live in their bodies? Does it feel impossible to feed yourself in a way that is balanced? I want to help you break free from feeling this disappointment, frustration and shame. Our culture encourages us to live disconnected from our true selves, and I want to help you heal your relationship your true self. By learning to listen to our Knowing selves, we can learn to live a life that WE choose, helping us to feel more inspired, joyful, and authentic.
(206) 309-8577 View (206) 309-8577
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Jenna Abrams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and trauma, as well as bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and ADHD.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new Telehealth clients in Washington and North Carolina. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and trauma, as well as bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and ADHD.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new Telehealth clients in Washington and North Carolina. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
(425) 610-8484 View (425) 610-8484
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Kirsten Lynch - Healing With Heart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
Hi, thanks for being here! If you haven't been feeling like yourself & are in need of additional support, you're in the right place. I'm passionate about helping those struggling w/ anxiety, depression, high stress/overwhelm, & trauma. I am ADHD-affirming. I will work with you to help you regain a sense of balance, find peace and joy in your life again, while reducing shame/guilt & confusion surrounding your current life challenges. We will also work towards creating a growth mindset through self-compassion & the use of tangible coping skills.
Hi, thanks for being here! If you haven't been feeling like yourself & are in need of additional support, you're in the right place. I'm passionate about helping those struggling w/ anxiety, depression, high stress/overwhelm, & trauma. I am ADHD-affirming. I will work with you to help you regain a sense of balance, find peace and joy in your life again, while reducing shame/guilt & confusion surrounding your current life challenges. We will also work towards creating a growth mindset through self-compassion & the use of tangible coping skills.
(206) 207-6425 View (206) 207-6425
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Nicole Arcieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
My specialty is in trauma and the symptoms that co-occur with it, such as anxiety and depression.
Welcome! As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor I believe everyone has their own story and I am honored that these stories are entrusted to me for processing and healing. In my work, I draw from my education, clinical experience, and personal experience, including my own successes and failures. My goal in the therapy room is to be open, respectful, curious, and to hold you accountable to your healing journey. My therapeutic orientation is holistic and systemic, which means I treat people biologically, psychologically, socially, and spiritually.
My specialty is in trauma and the symptoms that co-occur with it, such as anxiety and depression.
Welcome! As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor I believe everyone has their own story and I am honored that these stories are entrusted to me for processing and healing. In my work, I draw from my education, clinical experience, and personal experience, including my own successes and failures. My goal in the therapy room is to be open, respectful, curious, and to hold you accountable to your healing journey. My therapeutic orientation is holistic and systemic, which means I treat people biologically, psychologically, socially, and spiritually.
(425) 559-9689 View (425) 559-9689
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Dr. Valla Walker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Everett, WA 98201
I am passionate about assisting individuals and families in achieving joy and satisfaction. I have special expertise with psychological assessment for many diagnoses, with short term cognitive behavioral therapy, ADHD coaching, and therapy for anxiety. I work with children and teens in improving school performance, life skills, and family tranquility. Parents often work with me to enhance and strengthen their relationship and parenting skills, adults come to me for help with ADHD, anxiety, depression, spiritual issues and stress, and seniors often seek help navigating the aging process.
I am passionate about assisting individuals and families in achieving joy and satisfaction. I have special expertise with psychological assessment for many diagnoses, with short term cognitive behavioral therapy, ADHD coaching, and therapy for anxiety. I work with children and teens in improving school performance, life skills, and family tranquility. Parents often work with me to enhance and strengthen their relationship and parenting skills, adults come to me for help with ADHD, anxiety, depression, spiritual issues and stress, and seniors often seek help navigating the aging process.
(425) 970-9918 View (425) 970-9918
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Sam Sundberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020  (Online Only)
I work with youth (13+) and adults providing LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health therapy focusing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, life transitions, relationship navigation, and trauma. heard. If you feel tired or fed up with your current situation or even the state of the world, I want to work with you. If you need to set yourself free from what's holding you back, I want to work with you. Liberation is knowing yourself - being able to see the structures that form our society, how those structures either prop you up or suppress you.
I work with youth (13+) and adults providing LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health therapy focusing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, life transitions, relationship navigation, and trauma. heard. If you feel tired or fed up with your current situation or even the state of the world, I want to work with you. If you need to set yourself free from what's holding you back, I want to work with you. Liberation is knowing yourself - being able to see the structures that form our society, how those structures either prop you up or suppress you.
(425) 559-9324 View (425) 559-9324
Photo of Cyndee M Baldwin, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Cyndee M Baldwin
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
I will help you to have more meaningful relationships in life, utilize your talents and abilities more fully, maintain a more truthful and accurate self-esteem, have more satisfying sexual relationships, understand yourself and others in a more meaningful way, and face life's challenges with greater freedom and flexibility. My specialty is relational psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and groups which aids in transformation for most issues in life: grief, loss, anxiety, depression and transition, to name a few. Take the step today toward your own transformation and healing, a lifelong investment.
I will help you to have more meaningful relationships in life, utilize your talents and abilities more fully, maintain a more truthful and accurate self-esteem, have more satisfying sexual relationships, understand yourself and others in a more meaningful way, and face life's challenges with greater freedom and flexibility. My specialty is relational psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and groups which aids in transformation for most issues in life: grief, loss, anxiety, depression and transition, to name a few. Take the step today toward your own transformation and healing, a lifelong investment.
(425) 358-3404 View (425) 358-3404
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Bluestone Psychological Services, LLC
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98026
Help for adults: Depression, anxiety, trauma, coping with chronic illness, LGBTQI concerns, postpartum transition/depression, grief and loss, stress, work stress, aging parents, life transitions & more.
Find us at: www.BluestonePS.com. At Bluestone you have access to a group of independent, private practitioners who offer a wide variety of services so you can get the type of help you need in one location. Each of us has many years of experience and advanced training within our specialty areas so you know you or your loved one are working with someone who is highly skilled and can help facilitate reaching your goals.
Help for adults: Depression, anxiety, trauma, coping with chronic illness, LGBTQI concerns, postpartum transition/depression, grief and loss, stress, work stress, aging parents, life transitions & more.
Find us at: www.BluestonePS.com. At Bluestone you have access to a group of independent, private practitioners who offer a wide variety of services so you can get the type of help you need in one location. Each of us has many years of experience and advanced training within our specialty areas so you know you or your loved one are working with someone who is highly skilled and can help facilitate reaching your goals.
(425) 385-0106 View (425) 385-0106
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Jody D Allen
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, WA 98223
Life can be difficult on many levels and it is easy to get stuck on the negative path with worries. I believe in listening and being present to help people process through their hurt, pain and doubt. I have worked with individuals that have had past trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem challenges and other difficulties. I provide a safe, understanding place for clients to be able to process and work through those emotions. My approach is to offer a collaborative and conversational way for clients to process emotions in a safe setting. I have a passion for working with couples and individuals.
Life can be difficult on many levels and it is easy to get stuck on the negative path with worries. I believe in listening and being present to help people process through their hurt, pain and doubt. I have worked with individuals that have had past trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem challenges and other difficulties. I provide a safe, understanding place for clients to be able to process and work through those emotions. My approach is to offer a collaborative and conversational way for clients to process emotions in a safe setting. I have a passion for working with couples and individuals.
(360) 226-5446 View (360) 226-5446
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Katheryn Major
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Those who have anxiety or are in crisis, as many people are, can affect how they view themselves. Therapy can help navigate unexpected changes in life, which may feel overwhelming. Improving and maintaining balance is the key to living a fuller life. Getting what you need to help you move forward can enable you to see a more optimal version of yourself. In my own life, I have tried many different ways to accomplish this and realize that not everything works for everyone!
Those who have anxiety or are in crisis, as many people are, can affect how they view themselves. Therapy can help navigate unexpected changes in life, which may feel overwhelming. Improving and maintaining balance is the key to living a fuller life. Getting what you need to help you move forward can enable you to see a more optimal version of yourself. In my own life, I have tried many different ways to accomplish this and realize that not everything works for everyone!
(425) 522-5812 View (425) 522-5812
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Jodie Solberg
CHT, CPRT
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036  (Online Only)
Everyone Needs To Hit The Reset Button At Some Point In Their Life. Hi, I’m Jodie. Individuals and their families come to me when their burnout, anxiety and the effects from trauma are so overwhelming that it’s affecting their health, work and relationships and they are ready for a proven solution NOW. Customizing a program specifically to my clients' individual needs, I combine holistic practices such as hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and somatic release with cognitive behavioral techniques to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and release past traumas that are keeping unhealthy patterns in place.
Everyone Needs To Hit The Reset Button At Some Point In Their Life. Hi, I’m Jodie. Individuals and their families come to me when their burnout, anxiety and the effects from trauma are so overwhelming that it’s affecting their health, work and relationships and they are ready for a proven solution NOW. Customizing a program specifically to my clients' individual needs, I combine holistic practices such as hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and somatic release with cognitive behavioral techniques to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and release past traumas that are keeping unhealthy patterns in place.
(425) 368-9782 View (425) 368-9782
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Jessica Mitchell
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stanwood, WA 98292  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking counseling services can be daunting and it can take a lot of courage to reach out for help, so congratulations on making it here! I currently work with individuals ages 16+ experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relational issues, shame, body issues, self exploration. I work through a multi-cultural, trauma informed, body positive, gender affirming, LGBTQA+ lens. Throughout our work together, I aim to help you identify and celebrate your strengths and encourage insight, willingness, and bravery in exploring places of growth and vulnerability to make meaningful changes.
Seeking counseling services can be daunting and it can take a lot of courage to reach out for help, so congratulations on making it here! I currently work with individuals ages 16+ experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relational issues, shame, body issues, self exploration. I work through a multi-cultural, trauma informed, body positive, gender affirming, LGBTQA+ lens. Throughout our work together, I aim to help you identify and celebrate your strengths and encourage insight, willingness, and bravery in exploring places of growth and vulnerability to make meaningful changes.
(360) 205-1267 View (360) 205-1267
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Julie Ann Teuber
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
I love to hear the stories of other people. Sometimes, our stories are painful, we may feel stuck, or need to make a change because the way it has been going is not working. Sometimes, we need to learn new narratives about ourselves, and stuffing our thoughts and emotions leave us feeling sad, depressed, anxious, afraid, or feeling physically ill. Other times, we need support as we navigate difficult situations (COVID-19) such as a health crisis, the death of a loved one, or working with relationships that challenge us. I currently work with teens, adults, couples, and families.
I love to hear the stories of other people. Sometimes, our stories are painful, we may feel stuck, or need to make a change because the way it has been going is not working. Sometimes, we need to learn new narratives about ourselves, and stuffing our thoughts and emotions leave us feeling sad, depressed, anxious, afraid, or feeling physically ill. Other times, we need support as we navigate difficult situations (COVID-19) such as a health crisis, the death of a loved one, or working with relationships that challenge us. I currently work with teens, adults, couples, and families.
(360) 227-8097 View (360) 227-8097
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Zecharias Adebo
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Mill Creek, WA 98012  (Online Only)
Discover the path to inner strength and well-being! If you're battling depression, anxiety, or a sense of being adrift, there's hope for a brighter future. With my expertise in mental health, I offer an enticing approach that fosters personal growth and collaboration. Drawing from extensive clinical training, I empower individuals to overcome mood and psychological challenges.
Discover the path to inner strength and well-being! If you're battling depression, anxiety, or a sense of being adrift, there's hope for a brighter future. With my expertise in mental health, I offer an enticing approach that fosters personal growth and collaboration. Drawing from extensive clinical training, I empower individuals to overcome mood and psychological challenges.
(425) 382-7571 View (425) 382-7571

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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.