Anxiety Therapists in Wasilla, AK

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Luke Pahlau
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
I work with individuals who are facing anxiety, depression, men's issues, or navigating significant life transitions. My approach is client-centered, integrating trauma-informed care and culturally sensitive practices. Whether you’re dealing with personal challenges or working through relational issues with a partner or loved one, we’ll work together to take the next step.
I work with individuals who are facing anxiety, depression, men's issues, or navigating significant life transitions. My approach is client-centered, integrating trauma-informed care and culturally sensitive practices. Whether you’re dealing with personal challenges or working through relational issues with a partner or loved one, we’ll work together to take the next step.
(907) 521-8504 View (907) 521-8504
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Sarah Bannister
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
I specialize in work with clients who are dealing with grief, healing from abuse, navigating women’s issues, and struggling with anxiety, depression and other life and mental health concerns. I have a special love for working with those in the LGBTQ plus community, and am passionate about offering an inclusive and healing space for all. I offer individual, family and couples counseling sessions, and enjoy working with people of all ages who are looking for growth and change.
I specialize in work with clients who are dealing with grief, healing from abuse, navigating women’s issues, and struggling with anxiety, depression and other life and mental health concerns. I have a special love for working with those in the LGBTQ plus community, and am passionate about offering an inclusive and healing space for all. I offer individual, family and couples counseling sessions, and enjoy working with people of all ages who are looking for growth and change.
(877) 795-1761 View (877) 795-1761
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John Sundeen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
This may take the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
My name is John Sundeen, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ketchikan, AK and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship issues, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness to help my clients find resolution to their problems and build the skills necessary to handle future challenges.
This may take the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
My name is John Sundeen, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ketchikan, AK and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship issues, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness to help my clients find resolution to their problems and build the skills necessary to handle future challenges.
(844) 755-3043 View (844) 755-3043
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Mary Grasmick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
If you're looking for ways to manage anxiety and stress more effectively, I'm here to help.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and stress is a common experience, yet it can make you feel incredibly alone. If you're constantly battling with worry about the future or stress from daily pressures that seem unmanageable, know that there is a pathway to relief. My goal is to work with individuals who are seeking to understand the root of their anxiety, eager to learn new coping strategies, and ready to make changes that lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Together, we can find your path to wellness.
If you're looking for ways to manage anxiety and stress more effectively, I'm here to help.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and stress is a common experience, yet it can make you feel incredibly alone. If you're constantly battling with worry about the future or stress from daily pressures that seem unmanageable, know that there is a pathway to relief. My goal is to work with individuals who are seeking to understand the root of their anxiety, eager to learn new coping strategies, and ready to make changes that lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Together, we can find your path to wellness.
(866) 316-6810 View (866) 316-6810
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Chris Gilbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654  (Online Only)
Let's work together to ease your anxiety, lift your depression, and navigate life's transitions.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions can deeply impact your well-being and relationships. You might feel trapped by persistent worry, sadness, or uncertainty about what lies ahead. These experiences can disrupt your daily life, making it hard to find joy and balance. I’m here to help you navigate these challenges, offering support and guidance. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, build resilience, and work towards a more fulfilling and hopeful future.
Let's work together to ease your anxiety, lift your depression, and navigate life's transitions.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions can deeply impact your well-being and relationships. You might feel trapped by persistent worry, sadness, or uncertainty about what lies ahead. These experiences can disrupt your daily life, making it hard to find joy and balance. I’m here to help you navigate these challenges, offering support and guidance. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, build resilience, and work towards a more fulfilling and hopeful future.
(844) 825-0038 View (844) 825-0038
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Sarah Lowe
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, marital/family issues, addiction, abuse, or stress, I’m here to offer compassionate guidance and effective tools for healing.
Everyone has experienced some form of trauma or pain. I am passionate about meeting people where they are understanding as abuse survivor myself, that we all need someone to join us. When you come to me in the middle of a trial, my job is to join you while offering support, love, and encouragement all while learning skills to help you become victorious in Christ. We were never created due to life alone. It is my prayer and that when you invite me into your world that you never feel alone and we can go to battle together!
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, marital/family issues, addiction, abuse, or stress, I’m here to offer compassionate guidance and effective tools for healing.
Everyone has experienced some form of trauma or pain. I am passionate about meeting people where they are understanding as abuse survivor myself, that we all need someone to join us. When you come to me in the middle of a trial, my job is to join you while offering support, love, and encouragement all while learning skills to help you become victorious in Christ. We were never created due to life alone. It is my prayer and that when you invite me into your world that you never feel alone and we can go to battle together!
(855) 397-4596 View (855) 397-4596
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Kristina Weltzin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
I am experienced working with emotional and behavioral symptoms including depression, anxiety, grief and life stage challenges.
Greetings! My name is Kristina Weltzin. I hold a License in Clinical Social Work and have been licensed for over 25 years. I offer brief solution-focused therapy for youth and adults. My approach to therapy is based on the needs and goals of the client. I believe in supporting clients identifying their goals for counseling and this discussion includes reviewing theoretical approaches to best meet their goals. I am trained in a variety of theoretical interventions including DBT, strength-based models, trauma informed and culturally sensitive models.
I am experienced working with emotional and behavioral symptoms including depression, anxiety, grief and life stage challenges.
Greetings! My name is Kristina Weltzin. I hold a License in Clinical Social Work and have been licensed for over 25 years. I offer brief solution-focused therapy for youth and adults. My approach to therapy is based on the needs and goals of the client. I believe in supporting clients identifying their goals for counseling and this discussion includes reviewing theoretical approaches to best meet their goals. I am trained in a variety of theoretical interventions including DBT, strength-based models, trauma informed and culturally sensitive models.
(866) 674-5829 View (866) 674-5829
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Khuyen Luu
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
Issues that I have most experiences with are all different type of trauma from emotional trauma to PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, grief, stress or anger management, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder.
Hi, I am Khuyen Luu, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I apply a holistic approach to support you in the journey from where you are to where you want to be. The focus of my practice is helping all of my clients to be free from their negative past experiences to live their life with their full potentials. with a Client-Centered approach, I meet you where you are and work with you to create therapeutic goals that work for you. I utilize Reality therapy, EMDR (Eyes Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, IFS (Internal Family System) in my practice.
Issues that I have most experiences with are all different type of trauma from emotional trauma to PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, grief, stress or anger management, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder.
Hi, I am Khuyen Luu, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I apply a holistic approach to support you in the journey from where you are to where you want to be. The focus of my practice is helping all of my clients to be free from their negative past experiences to live their life with their full potentials. with a Client-Centered approach, I meet you where you are and work with you to create therapeutic goals that work for you. I utilize Reality therapy, EMDR (Eyes Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, IFS (Internal Family System) in my practice.
(855) 794-1140 View (855) 794-1140
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Elena Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654  (Online Only)
I work with teens and adults, while I am specializing in depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, and relational issues.
Hello, my name is Elena Martin, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Alaska. I have been providing counseling services in Alaska for over 15 years. I have a master's degree in psychology, and I am a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDCII). I have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), MATRIX (evidence-based treatment for addiction), Love and Logic (Parenting Solutions).
I work with teens and adults, while I am specializing in depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, and relational issues.
Hello, my name is Elena Martin, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Alaska. I have been providing counseling services in Alaska for over 15 years. I have a master's degree in psychology, and I am a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDCII). I have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), MATRIX (evidence-based treatment for addiction), Love and Logic (Parenting Solutions).
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Ivy Villani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654  (Online Only)
If you're ready to begin this journey, to face and heal from your trauma and anxiety, I'm here to walk with you.
Navigating through the complexities of anxiety and trauma can often feel overwhelming and isolating. If you're someone who's been carrying the weight of past traumas, finding it hard to feel secure in the present, or struggling with anxiety that seems to cloud every part of your day, you're not alone. I'm here to offer a space where your experiences are acknowledged, and your feelings are validated. Together, we'll work towards understanding and healing, empowering you to reclaim a sense of safety and peace in your life
If you're ready to begin this journey, to face and heal from your trauma and anxiety, I'm here to walk with you.
Navigating through the complexities of anxiety and trauma can often feel overwhelming and isolating. If you're someone who's been carrying the weight of past traumas, finding it hard to feel secure in the present, or struggling with anxiety that seems to cloud every part of your day, you're not alone. I'm here to offer a space where your experiences are acknowledged, and your feelings are validated. Together, we'll work towards understanding and healing, empowering you to reclaim a sense of safety and peace in your life
(833) 376-1320 View (833) 376-1320
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Matthew Horner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
I specialize in trauma treatment (PTSD and Developmental Trauma), as well as coping skills, anxiety, depression, communication, relationships, and other situations.
If you need a committed and competent professional to help you with making changes in your life and how you experience it, I'd be more than happy to talk with you about what that might look like. I'm a lifer, dedicated to my profession, my clients, and to making your efforts count so that they lead to real and lasting changes. I work hard to get you results that are as quick as possible, and that will last through the lifespan. I am licensed in both Washington State and Alaska. I offer conventional psychotherapeutic services, as well as Tier 2 services for the highly motivated individual.
I specialize in trauma treatment (PTSD and Developmental Trauma), as well as coping skills, anxiety, depression, communication, relationships, and other situations.
If you need a committed and competent professional to help you with making changes in your life and how you experience it, I'd be more than happy to talk with you about what that might look like. I'm a lifer, dedicated to my profession, my clients, and to making your efforts count so that they lead to real and lasting changes. I work hard to get you results that are as quick as possible, and that will last through the lifespan. I am licensed in both Washington State and Alaska. I offer conventional psychotherapeutic services, as well as Tier 2 services for the highly motivated individual.
(406) 732-2446 View (406) 732-2446
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Travis Howells
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
Waitlist for new clients
Understanding things like anxiety trauma as they present throughout the life span takes education and experience.
I look forward to helping with issues that have been hurting you and your loved ones. For some people it’s anxiety or depression affecting them in the here and now. For others it’s about something that happened to them years ago and continues to interfere in their life today. It may also be simply a recent change at work, pressures at home, friends, or school. Whatever the reason is, I am here for you. I work with you in a client centered manner, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to identify a goal that fits your needs and help you achieve that goal. I generally work with adults and teens, individually, or as a family.
Understanding things like anxiety trauma as they present throughout the life span takes education and experience.
I look forward to helping with issues that have been hurting you and your loved ones. For some people it’s anxiety or depression affecting them in the here and now. For others it’s about something that happened to them years ago and continues to interfere in their life today. It may also be simply a recent change at work, pressures at home, friends, or school. Whatever the reason is, I am here for you. I work with you in a client centered manner, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to identify a goal that fits your needs and help you achieve that goal. I generally work with adults and teens, individually, or as a family.
(907) 341-3839 View (907) 341-3839
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Kristina Kruchowski
PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
Kristina's private practice, Confidential Care, LLC, is focused exclusively on patients with psychiatric illness and mental health concerns. She specializes in diagnostic assessments and psychopharmacological (medication) management for adults. She has extensive knowledge and experience in diagnosing and treating Mood disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety and Panic Disorder, Major Depression, Schizophrenia, and Other Psychotic Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Substance abuse and dependency, and other mental health conditions. Kristina's goal is to provide a therapeutic alliance with patients to help promote positive mental health.
Kristina's private practice, Confidential Care, LLC, is focused exclusively on patients with psychiatric illness and mental health concerns. She specializes in diagnostic assessments and psychopharmacological (medication) management for adults. She has extensive knowledge and experience in diagnosing and treating Mood disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety and Panic Disorder, Major Depression, Schizophrenia, and Other Psychotic Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Substance abuse and dependency, and other mental health conditions. Kristina's goal is to provide a therapeutic alliance with patients to help promote positive mental health.
(907) 312-2034 View (907) 312-2034
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Brittany Oaks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, PMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Are you growing your family or having fertility challenges? Are you going through big life changes? Are these things affecting your daily life, relationships, ability to function, work? Do you feel overwhelmed by everything you are trying to manage? Do you wish that your life and emotional state was better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and hopeless with life's challenges. Not addressing this can lead to unhappiness in all areas of your life. I believe that life shouldn’t have to be so hard. You can learn and can change, there is hope. You don't have to do it alone.
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Are you growing your family or having fertility challenges? Are you going through big life changes? Are these things affecting your daily life, relationships, ability to function, work? Do you feel overwhelmed by everything you are trying to manage? Do you wish that your life and emotional state was better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and hopeless with life's challenges. Not addressing this can lead to unhappiness in all areas of your life. I believe that life shouldn’t have to be so hard. You can learn and can change, there is hope. You don't have to do it alone.
(907) 318-8562 View (907) 318-8562
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Nathaniel Oliver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic illness, stress, compulsive behaviors (such as eating, cutting, sex, gambling) and couples.
Hailing from Wooster, Ohio, Nathaniel has called Alaska home since 2004. He has a Master of Arts in Counseling and a heart for helping people connect to their partners, families, and other vital people in their lives. He has 19 years of experience helping clients explore and improve their relational dynamics and personal struggles. Nathaniel is dedicated to tailoring his services to meet the specific needs of his clients.
He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic illness, stress, compulsive behaviors (such as eating, cutting, sex, gambling) and couples.
Hailing from Wooster, Ohio, Nathaniel has called Alaska home since 2004. He has a Master of Arts in Counseling and a heart for helping people connect to their partners, families, and other vital people in their lives. He has 19 years of experience helping clients explore and improve their relational dynamics and personal struggles. Nathaniel is dedicated to tailoring his services to meet the specific needs of his clients.
(907) 201-0177 View (907) 201-0177
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Abegail Millard
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
I help adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, relational issues, low self-esteem, stress management, as well as traumatic experiences. As a retired Veteran, I am especially passionate about serving active duty military, retirees, veterans and military dependents. I have experience offering counseling to people across the life-span in various residential and outpatient community-based mental health settings, and am excited to use my experience to help you create positive change in your life.
I help adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, relational issues, low self-esteem, stress management, as well as traumatic experiences. As a retired Veteran, I am especially passionate about serving active duty military, retirees, veterans and military dependents. I have experience offering counseling to people across the life-span in various residential and outpatient community-based mental health settings, and am excited to use my experience to help you create positive change in your life.
(907) 318-7020 View (907) 318-7020
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Erika McGough
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654  (Online Only)
Is this you?...toddler pulling on your pant leg, baby on your hip, dishes in the sink. You feel overwhelmed, touched out, exhausted, frazzled, and experience mom guilt. Maybe your kids are older, you're running to and from sports practices/after school activities dealing with attitudes and eye rolls and wondering, 'what next? how do I navigate this?’ I work with womxn navigating parenthood, and also work with womxn experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, and stress. If your goal is to gain clarity, find peace, feel empowered, and uphold bad ass boundaries so you can thrive, contact me today!
Is this you?...toddler pulling on your pant leg, baby on your hip, dishes in the sink. You feel overwhelmed, touched out, exhausted, frazzled, and experience mom guilt. Maybe your kids are older, you're running to and from sports practices/after school activities dealing with attitudes and eye rolls and wondering, 'what next? how do I navigate this?’ I work with womxn navigating parenthood, and also work with womxn experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, and stress. If your goal is to gain clarity, find peace, feel empowered, and uphold bad ass boundaries so you can thrive, contact me today!
(907) 331-4576 View (907) 331-4576
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Edmore Mangena
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654  (Online Only)
I work with adolescents and adults mostly dealing with general psychopathologies and mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and traumatic stress issues.
My name is Edmore (Ed) Mangena, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska. I have practiced in Alaska since 2006 and I have worked with all ages, children and families, individuals, and couples. I use an integrated approach to therapy that is anchored in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I use person centered therapy for its emphasis on relationship and existential therapy for its supportive approach. I believe providing clients with a supportive non-judgmental space enables them to workout their issues to resolution or to clarity.
I work with adolescents and adults mostly dealing with general psychopathologies and mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and traumatic stress issues.
My name is Edmore (Ed) Mangena, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska. I have practiced in Alaska since 2006 and I have worked with all ages, children and families, individuals, and couples. I use an integrated approach to therapy that is anchored in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I use person centered therapy for its emphasis on relationship and existential therapy for its supportive approach. I believe providing clients with a supportive non-judgmental space enables them to workout their issues to resolution or to clarity.
(855) 916-5569 View (855) 916-5569
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Confidential Care
PMHNP
Verified Verified
Wasilla, AK 99654
Our providers have extensive knowledge and years of experience in diagnosing and treating Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety and Panic Disorder, Major Depression, Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Substance abuse and dependency, and other mental health conditions.
Confidential Care is a private psychiatric and mental health agency dedicated to providing the highest quality therapeutic mental health services to aid individuals, couples, and families through their most difficult and challenging times. Through therapeutic services, the individual will receive emotional support, work to resolve conflicts with people, understand feelings and problems, and try out new solutions to old problems. Confidential Care offers medication management by our psychiatric nurse practitioner and comprehensive counseling services by our therapists.
Our providers have extensive knowledge and years of experience in diagnosing and treating Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety and Panic Disorder, Major Depression, Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Substance abuse and dependency, and other mental health conditions.
Confidential Care is a private psychiatric and mental health agency dedicated to providing the highest quality therapeutic mental health services to aid individuals, couples, and families through their most difficult and challenging times. Through therapeutic services, the individual will receive emotional support, work to resolve conflicts with people, understand feelings and problems, and try out new solutions to old problems. Confidential Care offers medication management by our psychiatric nurse practitioner and comprehensive counseling services by our therapists.
(907) 357-1999 View (907) 357-1999
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Lindsey Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654  (Online Only)
This last year has been so draining and you're just trying to stay afloat. Your anxiety keeps telling you that you have a million things that are left to get accomplished, and your depression is right there to tag in, making you feel terrible for not getting anything done on your list. You are trying to balance difficult co-workers, keeping (and maintaining) friendships, juggling 4 different schedules, and trying to keep your house from looking like a bomb went off. You smile through the day being a great pretender, only to be alone with your thoughts at night and feeling like you’re failing at adulting.
This last year has been so draining and you're just trying to stay afloat. Your anxiety keeps telling you that you have a million things that are left to get accomplished, and your depression is right there to tag in, making you feel terrible for not getting anything done on your list. You are trying to balance difficult co-workers, keeping (and maintaining) friendships, juggling 4 different schedules, and trying to keep your house from looking like a bomb went off. You smile through the day being a great pretender, only to be alone with your thoughts at night and feeling like you’re failing at adulting.
(828) 319-2863 View (828) 319-2863
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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.