Anxiety Treatment Centers in New York, NY

Photo of Josh Wolf-Powers - Union Square Psychotherapy, Treatment Center
Union Square Psychotherapy
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10003
Whether you are depressed, or anxious, or have relationship or professional problems, or struggle with behaviors or desires that are problematic, we have a therapist for you.
Our therapists work differently. Some of us are more psychoanalytic, others, more behavioral. Some work more mindfully, some work more somatically. We offer a wide variety of styles and approaches.
Whether you are depressed, or anxious, or have relationship or professional problems, or struggle with behaviors or desires that are problematic, we have a therapist for you.
Our therapists work differently. Some of us are more psychoanalytic, others, more behavioral. Some work more mindfully, some work more somatically. We offer a wide variety of styles and approaches.
(201) 351-7009 View (201) 351-7009
Photo of Anthony Freire - The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling, Treatment Center, LMHC, NCC
You and your therapist will explore ,with depth, the experiences that have molded your personality and the presenting issues that bring you to therapy in the first place; including depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, insecurity, learning disabilities, relationship & family conflict, grief and loss, trauma, rejection, perfectionism, feelings of inadequacy, stigma and marginalization within your family, organizations and society.
The Soho Center's mission is to offer high-quality and effective psychotherapeutic services and to provide training and opportunities for mental health professionals. The staff of The Soho Center conducts treatment with the underlying conviction that each person has the inherent capacity to improve one's life and become increasingly warm, spontaneous, joyful, and unafraid.
You and your therapist will explore ,with depth, the experiences that have molded your personality and the presenting issues that bring you to therapy in the first place; including depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, insecurity, learning disabilities, relationship & family conflict, grief and loss, trauma, rejection, perfectionism, feelings of inadequacy, stigma and marginalization within your family, organizations and society.
The Soho Center's mission is to offer high-quality and effective psychotherapeutic services and to provide training and opportunities for mental health professionals. The staff of The Soho Center conducts treatment with the underlying conviction that each person has the inherent capacity to improve one's life and become increasingly warm, spontaneous, joyful, and unafraid.
(646) 791-3908 View (646) 791-3908
Photo of Gerson Melissa - Columbus Park Center for Eating Disorders, Treatment Center
Columbus Park therapists have deep experience and training in eating disorders and the conditions that often occur alongside, including anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Columbus Park is a clinician-owned and operated group practice specializing in the treatment of eating disorders for individuals of all ages. We’ve earned national recognition for our expertise and customized treatment plans that address even the most complex needs. Our exceptional outcomes reflect the high-quality, effective care we provide. Columbus Park clinicians are experienced professionals, offering evidence-based, personalized care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether seeking help for yourself or a loved one, we’re here to offer expert support and guidance.
Columbus Park therapists have deep experience and training in eating disorders and the conditions that often occur alongside, including anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Columbus Park is a clinician-owned and operated group practice specializing in the treatment of eating disorders for individuals of all ages. We’ve earned national recognition for our expertise and customized treatment plans that address even the most complex needs. Our exceptional outcomes reflect the high-quality, effective care we provide. Columbus Park clinicians are experienced professionals, offering evidence-based, personalized care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether seeking help for yourself or a loved one, we’re here to offer expert support and guidance.
(646) 681-5961 View (646) 681-5961
Photo of Jarrod Marks - Empire State Psychiatry , Treatment Center, MD
Empire State Psychiatry
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10017
We are one of the only psychiatric practices in NYC that offers in-person and remote care, all in-network with insurance! We are steps away from Grand Central at the corner of Madison Avenue and East 42nd Street. Our psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions. We offer psychiatric consultations, medication management, and psychotherapy both in person and via telemedicine platforms. We also offer Spravato for treatment resistant depression in our office.
We are one of the only psychiatric practices in NYC that offers in-person and remote care, all in-network with insurance! We are steps away from Grand Central at the corner of Madison Avenue and East 42nd Street. Our psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions. We offer psychiatric consultations, medication management, and psychotherapy both in person and via telemedicine platforms. We also offer Spravato for treatment resistant depression in our office.
(646) 687-4784 View (646) 687-4784
Photo of James Bender - The Reeds Center, Treatment Center, PsyD
The Reeds Center
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10018
We offer proven cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) by experts for anxiety-related problems including obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic, social anxiety, chronic worry, and impulse-control issues (hair pulling, skin picking).
We understand how difficult it can be to find and pay for expert treatment. The Reeds Center offers affordable treatment in two ways. For OCD, we offer the proven CBT in a group format, which has been shown to be as effective as one-on-one therapy. Each group is led by one of our expert licensed psychologists. We also offer reduced-fee individual treatment delivered by doctoral candidates and post-doctoral fellows (individuals who have received their doctoral degree but who are not yet licensed). When these individuals deliver treatment, they have first undergone significant professional training as well as our program of training and supervision at The Reeds Center. They also are carefully supervised by senior clinicians to ensure that a high level of care is consistently delivered.
We offer proven cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) by experts for anxiety-related problems including obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic, social anxiety, chronic worry, and impulse-control issues (hair pulling, skin picking).
We understand how difficult it can be to find and pay for expert treatment. The Reeds Center offers affordable treatment in two ways. For OCD, we offer the proven CBT in a group format, which has been shown to be as effective as one-on-one therapy. Each group is led by one of our expert licensed psychologists. We also offer reduced-fee individual treatment delivered by doctoral candidates and post-doctoral fellows (individuals who have received their doctoral degree but who are not yet licensed). When these individuals deliver treatment, they have first undergone significant professional training as well as our program of training and supervision at The Reeds Center. They also are carefully supervised by senior clinicians to ensure that a high level of care is consistently delivered.
(646) 699-3443 View (646) 699-3443
Photo of Dr. Matthew Korner - Union Square Psychology, Treatment Center, PsyD
Union Square Psychology
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10003
We provide treatment for anxiety and depression; relationship and marriage difficulties; struggles with school, work, or career related anxiety; LGBT and identity development issues; chronic pain; adjustment to medical illness or injury; challenges brought on by aging; parenting issues; anger management.
Union Square Psychology is a team of licensed psychologists and licensed social workers with advanced training and diverse clinical expertise. We share a commitment to providing responsive and compassionate care, integrating structured treatment and deeper exploration of emotional experience and relational patterns. In this way, treatment is tailored to each person's unique needs. Both practical tools and opportunities for meaningful reflection and growth are provided.
We provide treatment for anxiety and depression; relationship and marriage difficulties; struggles with school, work, or career related anxiety; LGBT and identity development issues; chronic pain; adjustment to medical illness or injury; challenges brought on by aging; parenting issues; anger management.
Union Square Psychology is a team of licensed psychologists and licensed social workers with advanced training and diverse clinical expertise. We share a commitment to providing responsive and compassionate care, integrating structured treatment and deeper exploration of emotional experience and relational patterns. In this way, treatment is tailored to each person's unique needs. Both practical tools and opportunities for meaningful reflection and growth are provided.
(646) 718-6239 View (646) 718-6239
Photo of Aramis Grant - National Institute for the Psychotherapies, Treatment Center
We also offer help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, childhood abuse, guilt/shame, trauma, PTSD, job loss or job changes, college life, and any other changes that may be happening in your life.
We offer both LGBTQ-affirmative and culturally sensitive treatment. We also specialize in trauma-focused psychotherapy and can offer you relief from symptoms that accompany trauma using talk therapy and EMDR.
We also offer help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, childhood abuse, guilt/shame, trauma, PTSD, job loss or job changes, college life, and any other changes that may be happening in your life.
We offer both LGBTQ-affirmative and culturally sensitive treatment. We also specialize in trauma-focused psychotherapy and can offer you relief from symptoms that accompany trauma using talk therapy and EMDR.
(212) 582-1566 View (212) 582-1566
Photo of Kyle Fullmer - Gaining Ground Mental Health Counseling, PLLC, Treatment Center
This pain often comes in the form of depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, unhealthy coping skills, post-traumatic suffering, or generally feeling that life is too hard.
The team at Gaining Ground Counseling is deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and enhancing their path towards thriving and flourishing. Each therapist in our practice has uniquely tailored specialties and expertise, stemming from our commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field of mental health. We ensure that you will be provided with effective, evidence-based interventions that will focus on your individualized, ideal journey of healing and growth.
This pain often comes in the form of depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, unhealthy coping skills, post-traumatic suffering, or generally feeling that life is too hard.
The team at Gaining Ground Counseling is deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and enhancing their path towards thriving and flourishing. Each therapist in our practice has uniquely tailored specialties and expertise, stemming from our commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field of mental health. We ensure that you will be provided with effective, evidence-based interventions that will focus on your individualized, ideal journey of healing and growth.
(929) 298-3214 View (929) 298-3214
Photo of David H Rosmarin - Center for Anxiety, Treatment Center, PhD, ABPP
Center for Anxiety
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10019
We serve adults who experience a wide range of anxiety & related disorders including couples and family-based therapy through individual or team-based approaches depending on complexity of needs.
We are an evidence-based clinic with CBT, DBT, and IOP helping hundreds of patients achieve their goals every year through our group practice. We serve clients through carefully matched individual therapists as well as provide team-based approaches for more complex needs where a range of specialists are needed to support our clients.
We serve adults who experience a wide range of anxiety & related disorders including couples and family-based therapy through individual or team-based approaches depending on complexity of needs.
We are an evidence-based clinic with CBT, DBT, and IOP helping hundreds of patients achieve their goals every year through our group practice. We serve clients through carefully matched individual therapists as well as provide team-based approaches for more complex needs where a range of specialists are needed to support our clients.
(914) 256-1429 View (914) 256-1429
Therapy Center of New York
Treatment Center
Online Only
Some of our major areas of expertise include: Stress, Anxiety and Depression; Life & Career Transitions; Psychiatric and Psychological Evaluation; Cognitive & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy; Pre-Marriage Counseling; Choosing a Spouse; Mindfulness; Life Coaching; Career Guidance; LGBT Issues; Gender Transitions; Behavior Therapy; Cognitive/Intelligence Testing; Projective/Personality Testing; Coaching - ADHD & OCD; Medication Management; Self Esteem & Motivation; Conflict Resolution; Employment Psychosocial Evaluation; Trauma Therapy; Grief Counseling; Panic Attack Therapy; Cyber-Bullying and Sexting; Handling Difficult People; Eating Disorders; Birth Trauma & Pregnancy Issues; Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); Neuropsychological Testing; Psycho-Educational Testing
Therapy Center of New York (TCNY) offers a broad range of diagnostic, therapy and counseling services for adults, families and children. We maintain a strict commitment to integrity, professionalism, and excellence in all that we do. By strictly adhering to these principles, Therapy Center of New York has created trust and maintained the loyalty of its clients for over 30 years. New Client Inquiries (Including For Telemedicine or Teletherapy New Evaluations): if you are over 18 years old, we invite you to conduct an intake call (which takes approx. 20 minutes). Please call or message us directly, or use our Calendly tool (calendly.com/tcnycontact) to schedule an intake call at a convenient time. Please be prepared with your insurance card, and one of our staff members will call you at the scheduled time. For further details on TCNY, please visit our website at TherapyCenterofNY.com.
Some of our major areas of expertise include: Stress, Anxiety and Depression; Life & Career Transitions; Psychiatric and Psychological Evaluation; Cognitive & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy; Pre-Marriage Counseling; Choosing a Spouse; Mindfulness; Life Coaching; Career Guidance; LGBT Issues; Gender Transitions; Behavior Therapy; Cognitive/Intelligence Testing; Projective/Personality Testing; Coaching - ADHD & OCD; Medication Management; Self Esteem & Motivation; Conflict Resolution; Employment Psychosocial Evaluation; Trauma Therapy; Grief Counseling; Panic Attack Therapy; Cyber-Bullying and Sexting; Handling Difficult People; Eating Disorders; Birth Trauma & Pregnancy Issues; Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); Neuropsychological Testing; Psycho-Educational Testing
Therapy Center of New York (TCNY) offers a broad range of diagnostic, therapy and counseling services for adults, families and children. We maintain a strict commitment to integrity, professionalism, and excellence in all that we do. By strictly adhering to these principles, Therapy Center of New York has created trust and maintained the loyalty of its clients for over 30 years. New Client Inquiries (Including For Telemedicine or Teletherapy New Evaluations): if you are over 18 years old, we invite you to conduct an intake call (which takes approx. 20 minutes). Please call or message us directly, or use our Calendly tool (calendly.com/tcnycontact) to schedule an intake call at a convenient time. Please be prepared with your insurance card, and one of our staff members will call you at the scheduled time. For further details on TCNY, please visit our website at TherapyCenterofNY.com.
(646) 766-8309 View (646) 766-8309
Soho Psychology
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10007
We help our clients overcome anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, and relationship difficulties of all kinds.
Our therapists share a collective set of values that inform our work. We value kindness, compassion, openness, and inclusion. We value the science of therapeutic change and human growth. We value diversity and individual differences in the many ways people live and experience life. We deeply value our relationships with our clients, colleagues, and our entire New York City community.
We help our clients overcome anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, and relationship difficulties of all kinds.
Our therapists share a collective set of values that inform our work. We value kindness, compassion, openness, and inclusion. We value the science of therapeutic change and human growth. We value diversity and individual differences in the many ways people live and experience life. We deeply value our relationships with our clients, colleagues, and our entire New York City community.
(646) 921-1319 View (646) 921-1319
Photo of Jacqueline Todaro - Center for Trauma and Addiction, Treatment Center
Center for Trauma and Addiction
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10022
Faculty and clinical staff address PTSD and related issues using a three phase approach of stabilization, traumatic memory processing, and reintegration. The Center’s primary treatment modality is EMDR, an evidence based therapeutic intervention with a very high success rate.
Faculty and clinical staff address PTSD and related issues using a three phase approach of stabilization, traumatic memory processing, and reintegration. The Center’s primary treatment modality is EMDR, an evidence based therapeutic intervention with a very high success rate.
(646) 525-4528 View (646) 525-4528
Photo of Amen Clinics - Amen Clinics, New York, Treatment Center
Amen Clinics, New York
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10017
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
(917) 746-8655 View (917) 746-8655
Photo of Our Team - Union Square Practice, Treatment Center
Union Square Practice
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10001
We work with people who feel unhappy, anxious, dissatisfied, or confused by their current life situations.
We bring expertise from the fields of clinical psychology, psychiatry, and neurology together under one roof so we can offer a variety of evidence-based treatment options. Whatever the treatment we decide on together - talk therapy, medication, neuromodulation (including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or TMS), or some combination - we suspect that, above all, you just want to feel better.
We work with people who feel unhappy, anxious, dissatisfied, or confused by their current life situations.
We bring expertise from the fields of clinical psychology, psychiatry, and neurology together under one roof so we can offer a variety of evidence-based treatment options. Whatever the treatment we decide on together - talk therapy, medication, neuromodulation (including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or TMS), or some combination - we suspect that, above all, you just want to feel better.
(646) 663-5384 View (646) 663-5384
Photo of Josh Sarraf - Karen Horney Clinic, Treatment Center
Karen Horney Clinic
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10065
Difficulties in life often arise when early relationships provoke anxiety or adversity, which in turn interferes with our growth.
Our admission procedure involves an initial interview, generally with our intake social worker. This is often a one-on-one interview with the applicant, but if appropriate, family members and other important people in the applicant's life may be included. Applicants receive a thorough mental health evaluation, including the gathering of a psycho-social history, psychological evaluation, and psychiatric interview, if necessary. Each case is reviewed by the Admissions Committee to determine whether therapy at the Clinic would be beneficial. Patients are generally assigned to therapists within a few days. Most patients are assigned to some form of individual treatment including counseling, supportive psychotherapy, psychoanalytic therapy or psychoanalysis. Psychopharmacological (psychiatric) therapy is also available for patients receiving psychotherapy. Each individual's treatment is characterized by an intensely personalized approach, greatly increasing the probability of successful results.
Difficulties in life often arise when early relationships provoke anxiety or adversity, which in turn interferes with our growth.
Our admission procedure involves an initial interview, generally with our intake social worker. This is often a one-on-one interview with the applicant, but if appropriate, family members and other important people in the applicant's life may be included. Applicants receive a thorough mental health evaluation, including the gathering of a psycho-social history, psychological evaluation, and psychiatric interview, if necessary. Each case is reviewed by the Admissions Committee to determine whether therapy at the Clinic would be beneficial. Patients are generally assigned to therapists within a few days. Most patients are assigned to some form of individual treatment including counseling, supportive psychotherapy, psychoanalytic therapy or psychoanalysis. Psychopharmacological (psychiatric) therapy is also available for patients receiving psychotherapy. Each individual's treatment is characterized by an intensely personalized approach, greatly increasing the probability of successful results.
(212) 838-4333 x137 View (212) 838-4333 x137
Photo of Yasmine Saad - Madison Park Psychological Services, Treatment Center, PhD
Madison Park Psychological Services
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10016
Nominated as a Top 3 Psychologist in NYC for consecutive years and recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Psychology, I offer a unique concept: I tailor the treatment to your needs! There are so many types of therapies and therapists' styles. My team will figure out with you what would be the most effective treatment and what therapist' s style, expertise and personality would best suit you. You will leave your initial consult feeling better and armed with lots of help, insight and a good idea of what therapy will be like for you in my group practice. We will then match you with a therapist, in my office, who specializes in the modality best suited for you. All our patients love this model and I hope that you do too! To see patients reviews, visit our website www.madisonparkpsych.com
Nominated as a Top 3 Psychologist in NYC for consecutive years and recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Psychology, I offer a unique concept: I tailor the treatment to your needs! There are so many types of therapies and therapists' styles. My team will figure out with you what would be the most effective treatment and what therapist' s style, expertise and personality would best suit you. You will leave your initial consult feeling better and armed with lots of help, insight and a good idea of what therapy will be like for you in my group practice. We will then match you with a therapist, in my office, who specializes in the modality best suited for you. All our patients love this model and I hope that you do too! To see patients reviews, visit our website www.madisonparkpsych.com
(718) 618-5586 View (718) 618-5586
Photo of Pari Ameh - Clarity Advanced Mental Health Inpatient Program , Treatment Center
Clarity is one of a select few advanced residential mental health treatment programs in NY with expertise in treating complex psychiatric issues. We are physician operated program that is also licensed to provide highly advanced psychiatric treatment options such as ketamine and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our philosophy is to minimize medications and provide one on one intensive treatment in an intimate small group environment. We service all adult ages and also offer specialty treatment tracts that address the unique needs of seniors, chronic pain sufferers. Treatment is provided to only 6 clients at a time to provide highly individualized attention. Unlike most programs that advertise for mental health but are really substance abuse treatment programs, we are proud to be one of the very few double certified true mental health programs in existence. We are licensed and certified for advanced mental health and crisis stabilization which means our clinical program, staffing and services must be the most intensive and highest caliber.
Clarity is one of a select few advanced residential mental health treatment programs in NY with expertise in treating complex psychiatric issues. We are physician operated program that is also licensed to provide highly advanced psychiatric treatment options such as ketamine and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our philosophy is to minimize medications and provide one on one intensive treatment in an intimate small group environment. We service all adult ages and also offer specialty treatment tracts that address the unique needs of seniors, chronic pain sufferers. Treatment is provided to only 6 clients at a time to provide highly individualized attention. Unlike most programs that advertise for mental health but are really substance abuse treatment programs, we are proud to be one of the very few double certified true mental health programs in existence. We are licensed and certified for advanced mental health and crisis stabilization which means our clinical program, staffing and services must be the most intensive and highest caliber.
(914) 353-4996 View (914) 353-4996
Photo of Voicemail Box - NYC Affirmative Psychotherapy (BIPOC and LGBTQ ), Treatment Center, LCSW-R, LCSW, LMSW, Interns
NYC Affirmative Psychotherapy is a remote, community-focused, sustainable, sliding-scale group psychotherapy practice in New York providing treatment to individual adults ages 18+. Our mission is simple: provide affirmative psychotherapy in a sustainable way to the community. By affirmative, we mean that we do not view individuals from the perspective of being defective or needing to be fixed.
NYC Affirmative Psychotherapy is a remote, community-focused, sustainable, sliding-scale group psychotherapy practice in New York providing treatment to individual adults ages 18+. Our mission is simple: provide affirmative psychotherapy in a sustainable way to the community. By affirmative, we mean that we do not view individuals from the perspective of being defective or needing to be fixed.
(347) 983-6286 View (347) 983-6286
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Child Mind Institute
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10022
We transform the lives of children and families by offering thorough evaluation and gold-standard treatment for a wide range of conditions and concerns, including: ADHD and behavior, anxiety and OCD, autism and related disorders, depression and mood, educational services, and learning and development.
Mental health and learning disorders are real, common and treatable. When a child is struggling, the whole family is affected. Care that is truly evidence-based, compassionate and personalized makes all the difference. At the Child Mind Institute, we’re here to help you wherever you are by providing educational resources and clinical care for children, teens, young adults, and parents.
We transform the lives of children and families by offering thorough evaluation and gold-standard treatment for a wide range of conditions and concerns, including: ADHD and behavior, anxiety and OCD, autism and related disorders, depression and mood, educational services, and learning and development.
Mental health and learning disorders are real, common and treatable. When a child is struggling, the whole family is affected. Care that is truly evidence-based, compassionate and personalized makes all the difference. At the Child Mind Institute, we’re here to help you wherever you are by providing educational resources and clinical care for children, teens, young adults, and parents.
(516) 701-2939 View (516) 701-2939
Photo of Elissa Grunblatt - South Bay Counseling, LCSW PC, Treatment Center, LCSW-R, SAP
South Bay Counseling, LCSW PC
Treatment Center
Online Only
Does depression and anxiety make life difficult for you?
If you are an adult and need help with relationships, work issues, infidelity repair, self esteem, depression or anxiety, call South Bay Counseling today. We offer an experience that is calm, relaxing and conducive to talking. Our therapists listen and provide the acceptance you need. Finally. It's your turn!
Does depression and anxiety make life difficult for you?
If you are an adult and need help with relationships, work issues, infidelity repair, self esteem, depression or anxiety, call South Bay Counseling today. We offer an experience that is calm, relaxing and conducive to talking. Our therapists listen and provide the acceptance you need. Finally. It's your turn!
(631) 699-2754 View (631) 699-2754

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Anxiety Treatment Centers
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.

What are the most common types of treatment 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.

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.