Anxiety Psychiatrists in Chicago, IL

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Shumeka Hill
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC, CPNP-AC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60629  (Online Only)
I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
Relationship problems, struggles at work, and life events can challenge our ability to cope and ultimately to thrive in life. Patterns may emerge in your life that are confusing, that make you feel stuck, uncertain, and conflicted. Life transitions can tax our internal resources, and we may find ourselves lacking in fulfillment and happiness. Above all, I strive to support my clients to increase their life satisfaction, reduce their suffering, and strengthen their relationships and capacity for joy.
I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
Relationship problems, struggles at work, and life events can challenge our ability to cope and ultimately to thrive in life. Patterns may emerge in your life that are confusing, that make you feel stuck, uncertain, and conflicted. Life transitions can tax our internal resources, and we may find ourselves lacking in fulfillment and happiness. Above all, I strive to support my clients to increase their life satisfaction, reduce their suffering, and strengthen their relationships and capacity for joy.
(312) 313-1527 View (312) 313-1527
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Sarah Tisser
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60655
Sarah Tisser was born and raised in France and lived in Israel for 10 years. She is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who is qualified to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication for children and adults. She has experience treating all psychiatric disorders, including perinatal mental health: She is PSI certified. Sarah also treats patients with sexual dysfunction due to anxiety and depression, and would adjust medications to avoid sexual side effects. She sees clients aged 6 years and up.
Sarah Tisser was born and raised in France and lived in Israel for 10 years. She is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who is qualified to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication for children and adults. She has experience treating all psychiatric disorders, including perinatal mental health: She is PSI certified. Sarah also treats patients with sexual dysfunction due to anxiety and depression, and would adjust medications to avoid sexual side effects. She sees clients aged 6 years and up.
(708) 719-6273 View (708) 719-6273
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Rebecca Gilfillan
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613
Dr. Rebecca Gilfillan is a board certified psychiatrist, with expertise in a wide variety of psychiatric disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. She received her psychiatric training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and is currently an attending psychiatrist and the psychiatric medical student site director at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. She has a strong background in both medication management and psychotherapy, and believes in tailoring treatments to the individual, considering holistic and lifestyle changes equally as important as medications.
Dr. Rebecca Gilfillan is a board certified psychiatrist, with expertise in a wide variety of psychiatric disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. She received her psychiatric training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and is currently an attending psychiatrist and the psychiatric medical student site director at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. She has a strong background in both medication management and psychotherapy, and believes in tailoring treatments to the individual, considering holistic and lifestyle changes equally as important as medications.
(773) 345-7335 View (773) 345-7335
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Ross Pepper
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
I am a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of adults. After earning my Bachelor’s in Biochemistry from Rice University, I completed my medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. I then completed my residency training at UIC in Chicago, where I focused on the individual treatment of adult patients with mood and anxiety disorders using a comprehensive approach to mental health involving medication and therapy. However, during training, I also gained valuable experience managing a vast array of conditions, including ADHD, substance use disorders, and PTSD, among many others.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of adults. After earning my Bachelor’s in Biochemistry from Rice University, I completed my medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. I then completed my residency training at UIC in Chicago, where I focused on the individual treatment of adult patients with mood and anxiety disorders using a comprehensive approach to mental health involving medication and therapy. However, during training, I also gained valuable experience managing a vast array of conditions, including ADHD, substance use disorders, and PTSD, among many others.
(872) 217-9251 View (872) 217-9251
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VirtualPsychiatricCare.com
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611  (Online Only)
Accepting new Illinois patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones. My clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make an appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable rates-Initial Psychiatric Eval $199, Follow-ups $99. Accepting Optum/UHC/UBH, BCBS of IL insurances.
Accepting new Illinois patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones. My clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make an appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable rates-Initial Psychiatric Eval $199, Follow-ups $99. Accepting Optum/UHC/UBH, BCBS of IL insurances.
(312) 561-3923 View (312) 561-3923
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Pavan Prasad
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60601
I use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. I specialize in treating Adults and Adolescents (12 years and up) with mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal relationships, and professional achievement. I address emotional distress and difficulties in daily living. This could manifest as depression, anxiety, insomnia, problems with intimacy or self-esteem, problems with concentration, feeling excessively angry or guilty, or trouble finding meaning in life, to name only a few.
I use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. I specialize in treating Adults and Adolescents (12 years and up) with mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal relationships, and professional achievement. I address emotional distress and difficulties in daily living. This could manifest as depression, anxiety, insomnia, problems with intimacy or self-esteem, problems with concentration, feeling excessively angry or guilty, or trouble finding meaning in life, to name only a few.
(312) 487-2724 View (312) 487-2724
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Marc Sandrolini
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60641
He specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, obsessive-compulsive disorders, ADHD, trauma, personality disorders, and autistic spectrum disorders.
Dr. Marc Sandrolini is a Psychiatrist in Illinois who has been practicing since 1996. Dr. Sandrolini attended medical school at Rush Medical College in Chicago and completed his residency in adult psychiatry at the University of Illinois Hospital. He then completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Yale University. Dr. Sandrolini understands that effective treatment starts with a conversation. Dr. Sandrolini helps his patients feel heard, accepted, and understood, so that they can feel comfortable sharing difficult details and sensitive concerns.
He specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, obsessive-compulsive disorders, ADHD, trauma, personality disorders, and autistic spectrum disorders.
Dr. Marc Sandrolini is a Psychiatrist in Illinois who has been practicing since 1996. Dr. Sandrolini attended medical school at Rush Medical College in Chicago and completed his residency in adult psychiatry at the University of Illinois Hospital. He then completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Yale University. Dr. Sandrolini understands that effective treatment starts with a conversation. Dr. Sandrolini helps his patients feel heard, accepted, and understood, so that they can feel comfortable sharing difficult details and sensitive concerns.
(872) 278-2174 View (872) 278-2174
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Michael Bonifacio
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647
Michael G. Bonifacio is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. Michael strongly believes in a people-centered, compassionate, and holistic approach to mental healthcare. With more than two decades of experience as a healthcare professional, he leverages his comprehensive skill set to devise treatment plans with his clients that foster understanding, personal growth, and long-lasting positive outcomes. Michael specializes in depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. Outside of work, Michael enjoys cooking, traveling, and practicing aikido.
Michael G. Bonifacio is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. Michael strongly believes in a people-centered, compassionate, and holistic approach to mental healthcare. With more than two decades of experience as a healthcare professional, he leverages his comprehensive skill set to devise treatment plans with his clients that foster understanding, personal growth, and long-lasting positive outcomes. Michael specializes in depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. Outside of work, Michael enjoys cooking, traveling, and practicing aikido.
(773) 830-6605 View (773) 830-6605
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Bruce Bassi
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60654
We think what is most important is that you feel comfortable in your relationship with your provider, in being able to share your concerns and fears with him or her.
We are a group practice (of psychiatrists and therapists). We have availability within 1-2 weeks. We have 4.9 star average of over 300+ reviews (on our website). Feel free to call or message us to request an ASAP appointment. You might be a bit hesitant about receiving treatment over the internet if you haven’t done it before, and that’s totally understandable. If we can provide you any reassurance, most people end up finding they enjoy virtual visits more than going to an office.
We think what is most important is that you feel comfortable in your relationship with your provider, in being able to share your concerns and fears with him or her.
We are a group practice (of psychiatrists and therapists). We have availability within 1-2 weeks. We have 4.9 star average of over 300+ reviews (on our website). Feel free to call or message us to request an ASAP appointment. You might be a bit hesitant about receiving treatment over the internet if you haven’t done it before, and that’s totally understandable. If we can provide you any reassurance, most people end up finding they enjoy virtual visits more than going to an office.
(312) 635-4411 View (312) 635-4411
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Victoria Nee
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602
Are you concerned your psychiatrist might diagnose & prescribe medication ("match the pill to the ill") without addressing root causes of your problem? Most psychiatrists don't look at the brain as part of the body & don't think about underlying conditions such as inflammation, an unhealthy gut, high toxin load, food sensitivities, or "out-of-whack" hormones (to name just a few). These conditions don't just affect your body, but also affect your brain, resulting in depression, anxiety, insomnia, "brain fog" & other psychological symptoms. Medication can work spectacularly well, but often doesn't, if the body is too imbalanced.
Are you concerned your psychiatrist might diagnose & prescribe medication ("match the pill to the ill") without addressing root causes of your problem? Most psychiatrists don't look at the brain as part of the body & don't think about underlying conditions such as inflammation, an unhealthy gut, high toxin load, food sensitivities, or "out-of-whack" hormones (to name just a few). These conditions don't just affect your body, but also affect your brain, resulting in depression, anxiety, insomnia, "brain fog" & other psychological symptoms. Medication can work spectacularly well, but often doesn't, if the body is too imbalanced.
(312) 634-6867 View (312) 634-6867
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Robert Noonan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60614
Although I prescribe psychiatric medications such as antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, mood stabilizers, and ADHD medications, it does not mean that I believe medications will help everyone or solve all problems.
Hello, my name is Brian Noonan, NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I am Licensed in Arizona, California, Colorado, D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New York, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington State. I have experience in outpatient clinics, inpatient hospitals, and telehealth, as well as an instructor for Seattle University’s Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner program. Education: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN; University of Georgia, Athens, GA, Psychology, BA
Although I prescribe psychiatric medications such as antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, mood stabilizers, and ADHD medications, it does not mean that I believe medications will help everyone or solve all problems.
Hello, my name is Brian Noonan, NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I am Licensed in Arizona, California, Colorado, D.C., Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New York, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington State. I have experience in outpatient clinics, inpatient hospitals, and telehealth, as well as an instructor for Seattle University’s Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner program. Education: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN; University of Georgia, Athens, GA, Psychology, BA
(872) 253-7409 View (872) 253-7409
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Saba Syed, M.D. S.C.
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a board-certified psychiatrist in private practice in Chicago. I specialize in working with adults living with mood and anxiety disorders, which can significantly impact one’s quality of life. I tailor treatments to meet the individual needs and comfort level of each person. I pride myself on offering people new ways to cope during difficult times in their lives, as well as treating chronic conditions that can prevent an individual from functioning at their highest potential.
Hello! I am a board-certified psychiatrist in private practice in Chicago. I specialize in working with adults living with mood and anxiety disorders, which can significantly impact one’s quality of life. I tailor treatments to meet the individual needs and comfort level of each person. I pride myself on offering people new ways to cope during difficult times in their lives, as well as treating chronic conditions that can prevent an individual from functioning at their highest potential.
(312) 345-6220 View (312) 345-6220
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Maya Ramic
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60631  (Online Only)
As a general psychiatrist, I provide treatment for patients 18 years of age and older, mostly for conditions of depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation and psychosis. While I am dedicated to providing care to a general psychiatric population, I feel uniquely privileged in providing care to individuals coping with parenting and marital stressors. Each individual is unique with a specific set of life circumstances. I see an individual’s relationship with self as the foundation of all life experiences, and key for healing and moving forward.
As a general psychiatrist, I provide treatment for patients 18 years of age and older, mostly for conditions of depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation and psychosis. While I am dedicated to providing care to a general psychiatric population, I feel uniquely privileged in providing care to individuals coping with parenting and marital stressors. Each individual is unique with a specific set of life circumstances. I see an individual’s relationship with self as the foundation of all life experiences, and key for healing and moving forward.
(872) 259-4679 View (872) 259-4679
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Aayu Clinics
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60657
We are a primary care group that cares for individuals with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, B.E.D., and other diagnoses. We primarily work with our patients to identify and diagnose the condition followed by the appropriate medication management. We believe in a holistic approach - combining lifestyle, exercise, mindfulness, psychotherapy and when needed, medications. Every person is unique and the key is in personalizing the right medication and the right dose. We use gene-drug information to guide the correct medication choice for the individual, instead of trying different medications to find the right one.
We are a primary care group that cares for individuals with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, B.E.D., and other diagnoses. We primarily work with our patients to identify and diagnose the condition followed by the appropriate medication management. We believe in a holistic approach - combining lifestyle, exercise, mindfulness, psychotherapy and when needed, medications. Every person is unique and the key is in personalizing the right medication and the right dose. We use gene-drug information to guide the correct medication choice for the individual, instead of trying different medications to find the right one.
(773) 922-4243 View (773) 922-4243
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Alissa Thompson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60641
She works to help those diagnosed with mood disorders, anxiety, substance misuse, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
Alissa Thompson is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has ten years of experience in caring for individuals who face mental health and developmental conditions within both clinic and hospital settings. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice at the University of Illinois at Chicago and underwent specialized training in child psychiatry.
She works to help those diagnosed with mood disorders, anxiety, substance misuse, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
Alissa Thompson is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has ten years of experience in caring for individuals who face mental health and developmental conditions within both clinic and hospital settings. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice at the University of Illinois at Chicago and underwent specialized training in child psychiatry.
(773) 819-6682 View (773) 819-6682
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Eappen Clinic
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60622
The issues I am best suited to treat are vast, and include diagnosis and treatment of mood/anxiety/psychotic disorders, child/adolescent psychiatric disorders, reduction of polypharmacy in patients receiving multiple psychiatric medicines, psychiatric diagnostic clarification, second opinion consultations, management of substance abuse disorders, psychiatric illness in the elderly and the medically ill, and more.
I am a board certified adult, child & adolescent psychiatrist. I completed medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago, a general (adult) psychiatry residency at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and a child psychiatry fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina. The training I received in residency and fellowship has prepared me to manage essentially any psychiatric issue that comes through my clinic doors, regardless of severity or complexity.
The issues I am best suited to treat are vast, and include diagnosis and treatment of mood/anxiety/psychotic disorders, child/adolescent psychiatric disorders, reduction of polypharmacy in patients receiving multiple psychiatric medicines, psychiatric diagnostic clarification, second opinion consultations, management of substance abuse disorders, psychiatric illness in the elderly and the medically ill, and more.
I am a board certified adult, child & adolescent psychiatrist. I completed medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago, a general (adult) psychiatry residency at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and a child psychiatry fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina. The training I received in residency and fellowship has prepared me to manage essentially any psychiatric issue that comes through my clinic doors, regardless of severity or complexity.
(844) 632-7736 View (844) 632-7736
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Charles E Kaegi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60646  (Online Only)
I specialize in medication management for ADD, depression, anxiety and other psychiatric disorders.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist in private practice for over 30 years. I provide high quality psychiatric care to residents throughout the Chicago metro area for adult out-patient medication evaluation and management.
I specialize in medication management for ADD, depression, anxiety and other psychiatric disorders.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist in private practice for over 30 years. I provide high quality psychiatric care to residents throughout the Chicago metro area for adult out-patient medication evaluation and management.
(773) 904-0333 View (773) 904-0333
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Matthew Richard Mills
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
Mills primarily works with patients who struggle with depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and ADHD.
Matthew R. Mills, M.D., is a licensed, private-practice psychiatrist located in the Lakeview Neighborhood of Chicago. Dr. Mills is Board Certified by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Mills completed his undergraduate training at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, earned his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the Medical College of Wisconsin, and is a 2006 graduate of the Psychiatry Residency and Training Program at the University of Illinois Medical Center.
Mills primarily works with patients who struggle with depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and ADHD.
Matthew R. Mills, M.D., is a licensed, private-practice psychiatrist located in the Lakeview Neighborhood of Chicago. Dr. Mills is Board Certified by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Mills completed his undergraduate training at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, earned his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the Medical College of Wisconsin, and is a 2006 graduate of the Psychiatry Residency and Training Program at the University of Illinois Medical Center.
(312) 380-0889 View (312) 380-0889
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Nicole Alexander
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611  (Online Only)
I have a passion for helping adults manage anxiety and depression through pharmacological interventions as well as psychotherapy.
Accepting new clients! I am a Family Nurse Practitioner with a dual certification in Psychiatry and Mental Health.
I have a passion for helping adults manage anxiety and depression through pharmacological interventions as well as psychotherapy.
Accepting new clients! I am a Family Nurse Practitioner with a dual certification in Psychiatry and Mental Health.
(872) 259-5364 View (872) 259-5364
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Zainab Taiwo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60653
As a seasoned psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I bring a wealth of experience to my practice. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with a wide spectrum of patients, each navigating their unique mental health challenges. From depression and PTSD to bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and beyond, I've cultivated a deep understanding of diverse diagnoses. My approach is firmly rooted in evidence-based medicine, ensuring that every treatment plan I develop is tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual under my care.
As a seasoned psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I bring a wealth of experience to my practice. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with a wide spectrum of patients, each navigating their unique mental health challenges. From depression and PTSD to bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and beyond, I've cultivated a deep understanding of diverse diagnoses. My approach is firmly rooted in evidence-based medicine, ensuring that every treatment plan I develop is tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual under my care.
(872) 219-0625 View (872) 219-0625
Anxiety Psychiatrists

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.