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Danielle Parks
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98122  (Online Only)
That being said, I have worked alongside many people - from severely mentally ill to major anxiety, bipolar and borderline.
I ask that you are ready to make a commitment, to yourself, first. I consider this the first step of the journey - I am here ready to make the commitment alongside you. Think of it as the beginning of falling in love with yourself...your relationships, and ultimately your life. If you are reading this I hope you answer the call, to yourself...it is the beginning of the type of change you have dreamt of, meeting your best self, meeting your soul.
That being said, I have worked alongside many people - from severely mentally ill to major anxiety, bipolar and borderline.
I ask that you are ready to make a commitment, to yourself, first. I consider this the first step of the journey - I am here ready to make the commitment alongside you. Think of it as the beginning of falling in love with yourself...your relationships, and ultimately your life. If you are reading this I hope you answer the call, to yourself...it is the beginning of the type of change you have dreamt of, meeting your best self, meeting your soul.
(425) 225-4682 View (425) 225-4682
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David C. Herzog
Psychologist, PsyD, MFA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98116
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, LGBT issues, professional and personal identity, transition, relationship issues, substance abuse, veterans issues, and grief and loss.
During our lives, we encounter experiences that can move us away from a direct connection to ourselves. Influences from family, friends, peers, jobs, and the greater culture can affect how we view and express ourselves. We can become conditioned to thinking, feeling and behaving in a way that is incompatible with who we really are and what we want in our lives. This compromises our ability to value our unique identity and to express and apply ourselves, and our strengths. I will help you to identify, understand and remove barriers that are keeping you from realizing your fullest potential. I offer Telehealth only in California.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, LGBT issues, professional and personal identity, transition, relationship issues, substance abuse, veterans issues, and grief and loss.
During our lives, we encounter experiences that can move us away from a direct connection to ourselves. Influences from family, friends, peers, jobs, and the greater culture can affect how we view and express ourselves. We can become conditioned to thinking, feeling and behaving in a way that is incompatible with who we really are and what we want in our lives. This compromises our ability to value our unique identity and to express and apply ourselves, and our strengths. I will help you to identify, understand and remove barriers that are keeping you from realizing your fullest potential. I offer Telehealth only in California.
(206) 565-0187 View (206) 565-0187
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Chris Lott
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98134
Something within you has led you here. Something yearning for understanding, change, or acceptance. Maybe you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in holding patterns, tending old wounds or wondering "What's next?" Whatever is present for you, it is my honor to meet you where you are, as you are, with compassion and curiosity. My goal as a counselor is to create a nonjudgmental, supportive space for you to connect with your truth. All of us are already whole, and therapy is a way to return to that knowing. I'm inspired by my clients' wisdom and creativity as they explore the highs and lows of their experience and find a way forward.
Something within you has led you here. Something yearning for understanding, change, or acceptance. Maybe you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in holding patterns, tending old wounds or wondering "What's next?" Whatever is present for you, it is my honor to meet you where you are, as you are, with compassion and curiosity. My goal as a counselor is to create a nonjudgmental, supportive space for you to connect with your truth. All of us are already whole, and therapy is a way to return to that knowing. I'm inspired by my clients' wisdom and creativity as they explore the highs and lows of their experience and find a way forward.
(253) 802-8475 View (253) 802-8475
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Donovan R Bigelow
Counselor, JD, LLM, MA, (LMHC)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98101
The Only Cure Is Strength. Our work together will focus on your needs. Psychoanalytic Therapy, integrated with other perspectives, is a powerful and effective way to help individuals and couples address life's most urgent issues. Together we can work through, overcome, or improve: Depression, stress and anxiety, Love and intimate relationships, Family conflict resolution, Sexuality and body image, Parent-child conflicts, Drug abuse and eating disorders, Balancing work and personal life, Managing emotions effectively, Strengthening the will/ego, Artistic and athletic creativity, and Creation of meaning. Every effort in therapy should be focused on achieving an aesthetic self-creation.
The Only Cure Is Strength. Our work together will focus on your needs. Psychoanalytic Therapy, integrated with other perspectives, is a powerful and effective way to help individuals and couples address life's most urgent issues. Together we can work through, overcome, or improve: Depression, stress and anxiety, Love and intimate relationships, Family conflict resolution, Sexuality and body image, Parent-child conflicts, Drug abuse and eating disorders, Balancing work and personal life, Managing emotions effectively, Strengthening the will/ego, Artistic and athletic creativity, and Creation of meaning. Every effort in therapy should be focused on achieving an aesthetic self-creation.
(206) 940-6732 View (206) 940-6732
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Agate Therapy Group
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98119
It can be a daunting task to start looking for a therapist. Our team specializes in sitting with minors ages 6-17, adults, couples, and families who want to work on a multitude of issues, from stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relational issues. Whether you have been wanting to process big life events for ages or you’ve found yourself in an uncharacteristically difficult time, we’re here to listen without judgment or criticism. You have our attention.
It can be a daunting task to start looking for a therapist. Our team specializes in sitting with minors ages 6-17, adults, couples, and families who want to work on a multitude of issues, from stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relational issues. Whether you have been wanting to process big life events for ages or you’ve found yourself in an uncharacteristically difficult time, we’re here to listen without judgment or criticism. You have our attention.
(206) 594-3021 View (206) 594-3021
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Trans And Queer Abandonment Recovery Ayom Ament
Counselor, MA, LMCHA, SUDPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with folks have felt like outsiders in family and community. I get needing a place to rest. My focus is working with gender traumas, anxiety and helping clients navigate transitions of all sorts. I use an approach that looks at how we exist in the world and examines suffering from a personal perspective, but also from a social justice, feminist and transformative justice perspective. I believe this is your time, space and story to tell. I work with plurals and systems and am often referred to clients from therapists who do not feel comfortable working with system folx.
I enjoy working with folks have felt like outsiders in family and community. I get needing a place to rest. My focus is working with gender traumas, anxiety and helping clients navigate transitions of all sorts. I use an approach that looks at how we exist in the world and examines suffering from a personal perspective, but also from a social justice, feminist and transformative justice perspective. I believe this is your time, space and story to tell. I work with plurals and systems and am often referred to clients from therapists who do not feel comfortable working with system folx.
(206) 202-0737 View (206) 202-0737
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David Sims
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107
Waitlist for new clients
My passion lies in working with both youth and adults alike and believe that counseling offers an opportunity to reflect on the current challenges that you may be experiencing in life, and working together with you on moving forward. In particular I have a heart and passion for working with youth and young adults of color. I believe that racial identity is linked to every aspect of daily lives for people of color and often leads to ongoing symptoms of stress and anxiety. I love working with individuals of all races and ethnicities, including folks who identify as children of immigrants.
My passion lies in working with both youth and adults alike and believe that counseling offers an opportunity to reflect on the current challenges that you may be experiencing in life, and working together with you on moving forward. In particular I have a heart and passion for working with youth and young adults of color. I believe that racial identity is linked to every aspect of daily lives for people of color and often leads to ongoing symptoms of stress and anxiety. I love working with individuals of all races and ethnicities, including folks who identify as children of immigrants.
(206) 222-1585 View (206) 222-1585
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Phillip Morina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98115
I work to provide a space for people to explore and conquer feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, and self doubt.
I help people overcome anxiety, stress and depression, and I work with individuals and couples to build stronger and healthier relationships. I see teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I work at uncovering and breaking unhealthy cycles, negative self-perceptions, and generational habits that get in the way of your happiness.
I work to provide a space for people to explore and conquer feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, and self doubt.
I help people overcome anxiety, stress and depression, and I work with individuals and couples to build stronger and healthier relationships. I see teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I work at uncovering and breaking unhealthy cycles, negative self-perceptions, and generational habits that get in the way of your happiness.
(425) 279-7262 View (425) 279-7262
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Cascades Wellness Center
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
Areas of treatment: psychological testing/evaluation, stress, life balance, relationship issues, men's health, anxiety/depression, loss, and multicultural counseling.
We are committed to restoring you to your best. Using an individualized, client-centered approach, we work with you to identify strengths and deepen relationships for sustainable and holistic change. At Cascades Wellness Center, our team offers extensive experience as well as a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. Through awareness, compassion, and acceptance, we work with our clients to return you to the life you want and deserve. For us, therapy is not about fixing what is wrong, but about recapturing your capacities to increase your overall health, well-being, and sense of connection in the world.
Areas of treatment: psychological testing/evaluation, stress, life balance, relationship issues, men's health, anxiety/depression, loss, and multicultural counseling.
We are committed to restoring you to your best. Using an individualized, client-centered approach, we work with you to identify strengths and deepen relationships for sustainable and holistic change. At Cascades Wellness Center, our team offers extensive experience as well as a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. Through awareness, compassion, and acceptance, we work with our clients to return you to the life you want and deserve. For us, therapy is not about fixing what is wrong, but about recapturing your capacities to increase your overall health, well-being, and sense of connection in the world.
(206) 258-7498 View (206) 258-7498
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Patrick James Hart
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
Solution focused with my clients, I help people resolve problems that involve issues of depression, anxiety and addiction.
Mental Health Counseling in Seattle | Psychotherapy Private Practice: Psychotherapist and counselor for problems of depression and anxiety. Therapy for panic disorder, generalized anxiety, post traumatic stress, simple phobia, anger management, stress reduction, social anxiety, phobias and avoidance. I help people by providing skills based therapy to assure you effectively manage your moods, emotions and behavior. I'll help you learn the competencies to resolve unwanted life defeating habits. Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Learn effective personal solutions from anxiety and panic to sex & pornography addiction - lasting behavior change. Thanks for your interest in my practice! I'm just a phone call away!
Solution focused with my clients, I help people resolve problems that involve issues of depression, anxiety and addiction.
Mental Health Counseling in Seattle | Psychotherapy Private Practice: Psychotherapist and counselor for problems of depression and anxiety. Therapy for panic disorder, generalized anxiety, post traumatic stress, simple phobia, anger management, stress reduction, social anxiety, phobias and avoidance. I help people by providing skills based therapy to assure you effectively manage your moods, emotions and behavior. I'll help you learn the competencies to resolve unwanted life defeating habits. Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Learn effective personal solutions from anxiety and panic to sex & pornography addiction - lasting behavior change. Thanks for your interest in my practice! I'm just a phone call away!
(253) 642-7941 View (253) 642-7941
Photo of Cindy Burnett, MA, LMHCA, Counselor
Cindy Burnett
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98121
I work with individuals and couples who are dealing with anxiety, trauma, sexuality and LGTBQ issues and/or life transitions, depression, athlete identity struggles, and are searching for better ways to understand themselves and navigate life.
In the midst of life’s highs and lows, it is inevitable to sometimes feel disconnected or confused. I believe hard experiences and challenges are chances to meet ourselves and to touch the depths of who we really are. Often, who we truly are gets buried under who we were taught to be in order to obtain love or be successful. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples to uncover old narratives and defeating patterns in order to discover how to live authentic and fully connected lives, to both ourselves and each other. Inspired by personal development and growth, our work will help you achieve your desires and goals.
I work with individuals and couples who are dealing with anxiety, trauma, sexuality and LGTBQ issues and/or life transitions, depression, athlete identity struggles, and are searching for better ways to understand themselves and navigate life.
In the midst of life’s highs and lows, it is inevitable to sometimes feel disconnected or confused. I believe hard experiences and challenges are chances to meet ourselves and to touch the depths of who we really are. Often, who we truly are gets buried under who we were taught to be in order to obtain love or be successful. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples to uncover old narratives and defeating patterns in order to discover how to live authentic and fully connected lives, to both ourselves and each other. Inspired by personal development and growth, our work will help you achieve your desires and goals.
(206) 395-4983 View (206) 395-4983
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Andrew Paul
MA, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107  (Online Only)
When life starts to feel overwhelming, fatiguing, and chaotic, reaching out for help can be especially difficult. Then as the challenges and issues of life become impossible, we start to lose hope. The truth is, we all have the ability to live a more abundant life, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. Things like addictions, trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficult relationships can all be barriers to abundance. While these barriers may seem overwhelming, they don’t have to define you or prevent you from healing, growth, and a life that is full. When you can’t get past these barriers on our own, it’s okay to get help.
When life starts to feel overwhelming, fatiguing, and chaotic, reaching out for help can be especially difficult. Then as the challenges and issues of life become impossible, we start to lose hope. The truth is, we all have the ability to live a more abundant life, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. Things like addictions, trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficult relationships can all be barriers to abundance. While these barriers may seem overwhelming, they don’t have to define you or prevent you from healing, growth, and a life that is full. When you can’t get past these barriers on our own, it’s okay to get help.
(360) 523-1177 View (360) 523-1177
Photo of Kay Zeiss, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Kay Zeiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104
I offer guidance and solutions that work, helping to support folks in healing from trauma, codependency, anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction, chronic stress, grief, obsession, and spiritual harm.
As a body-focused therapist with ten years of experience, I am here to help you uncover your intuition, identify and heal parts of us that feel stuck or hurt, while finding new paths toward wholeness, joy, and authenticity. I offer a therapeutic container built on trust to explore and release that which no longer serves you. Your inner strengths that we identify together will ultimately support and guide you toward balance and integrity, leading you into a more integrated and Self-led life. I am someone who's experienced chronic illness (POTS, Long-COVID), am in 12-step recovery, and identify as queer and non-binary.
I offer guidance and solutions that work, helping to support folks in healing from trauma, codependency, anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction, chronic stress, grief, obsession, and spiritual harm.
As a body-focused therapist with ten years of experience, I am here to help you uncover your intuition, identify and heal parts of us that feel stuck or hurt, while finding new paths toward wholeness, joy, and authenticity. I offer a therapeutic container built on trust to explore and release that which no longer serves you. Your inner strengths that we identify together will ultimately support and guide you toward balance and integrity, leading you into a more integrated and Self-led life. I am someone who's experienced chronic illness (POTS, Long-COVID), am in 12-step recovery, and identify as queer and non-binary.
(253) 525-1252 View (253) 525-1252
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Dwayne Robert Stone
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
I help individuals struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, and PTSD.
I have been in the behavioral health field for 35 years. I have experience as a counselor, case manager, supervisor in community mental health programs in Oregon, Missouri and Washington. I developed and taught a post-divorce and parenting program. I have spoken to thousands of individuals throughout my career via workshops and seminars on parenting, relationships, and crisis intervention. I have taught Mental Health First Aid courses in Washington and in Hawaii. I believe in the Japanese proverb “Fall seven times, Stand up eight” and strive to keep you standing through difficult situations.
I help individuals struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, and PTSD.
I have been in the behavioral health field for 35 years. I have experience as a counselor, case manager, supervisor in community mental health programs in Oregon, Missouri and Washington. I developed and taught a post-divorce and parenting program. I have spoken to thousands of individuals throughout my career via workshops and seminars on parenting, relationships, and crisis intervention. I have taught Mental Health First Aid courses in Washington and in Hawaii. I believe in the Japanese proverb “Fall seven times, Stand up eight” and strive to keep you standing through difficult situations.
(206) 455-6689 View (206) 455-6689
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Scott Liebert
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109
As a therapist with a unique blend of legal and mental health expertise, I work to help people navigate life's stressors. Whether you're seeking individual, couples, or family therapy, I'm here to listen, support, and guide you toward greater well-being. My approach is rooted in empathy and compassion, as we address relationship issues, work place stress, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, or major life transitions. I'm committed to providing a non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable being you.
As a therapist with a unique blend of legal and mental health expertise, I work to help people navigate life's stressors. Whether you're seeking individual, couples, or family therapy, I'm here to listen, support, and guide you toward greater well-being. My approach is rooted in empathy and compassion, as we address relationship issues, work place stress, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, or major life transitions. I'm committed to providing a non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable being you.
(425) 842-1712 View (425) 842-1712
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Alisa Popova
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, LMT, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
If you struggle with overwhelming emotions, a noisy chaotic mind, or feel disconnected from your self and your purpose, you're not alone. The current world we live in can often feel overwhelming, and can make us feel stuck, anxious, or low energy. Among my specialties are embodiment, self-esteem struggles, shame, anxiety, grief and trauma. Together we can work to connect to and metabolize emotions and experiences, expand your toolbox of helpful coping strategies, deepen your relationship with your self and others, and help you live in a state of grounded peace and self-empowerment no matter what challenges arise.
If you struggle with overwhelming emotions, a noisy chaotic mind, or feel disconnected from your self and your purpose, you're not alone. The current world we live in can often feel overwhelming, and can make us feel stuck, anxious, or low energy. Among my specialties are embodiment, self-esteem struggles, shame, anxiety, grief and trauma. Together we can work to connect to and metabolize emotions and experiences, expand your toolbox of helpful coping strategies, deepen your relationship with your self and others, and help you live in a state of grounded peace and self-empowerment no matter what challenges arise.
(206) 944-3326 View (206) 944-3326
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Claudia Correa
Counselor, LMHC, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107  (Online Only)
I have navigated with my clients through a range of issues including post-traumatic-stress-disorder, sexual assault and abuse, anxiety, gender identity, relationship concerns, mood disorders, and religious faith crises.
As a National Certified Counselor, I will explore your concerns and assist you in uncovering deeper issues that might be hindering or influencing your relationships and your worldview. Given the unique challenges that each person encounters, which demand subtle and distinct methods of intervention, I trained in both contemporary research-based therapies, as well as traditional techniques (Psychodynamics), so I can offer a variety of tools. “Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” -- Dr. Viktor Frankl (founder of Logotherapy).
I have navigated with my clients through a range of issues including post-traumatic-stress-disorder, sexual assault and abuse, anxiety, gender identity, relationship concerns, mood disorders, and religious faith crises.
As a National Certified Counselor, I will explore your concerns and assist you in uncovering deeper issues that might be hindering or influencing your relationships and your worldview. Given the unique challenges that each person encounters, which demand subtle and distinct methods of intervention, I trained in both contemporary research-based therapies, as well as traditional techniques (Psychodynamics), so I can offer a variety of tools. “Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” -- Dr. Viktor Frankl (founder of Logotherapy).
(206) 350-2239 View (206) 350-2239
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Daniel J DeVito
Counselor
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98112
Anxiety takes on many forms: social, obsessions and compulsions, attachments, phobias, and post-traumatic stress to name a few. Clinical research has shown all of the above to be treatable, given the right therapeutic relationship matched with the right treatment. Daniel has treated clients coping with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, psychosis, social difficulties, divorce, sibling relationships, unhealthy attachment styles, and various forms of trauma (including PTSD). For more information visit: SOSpsychotherapy.com .
Anxiety takes on many forms: social, obsessions and compulsions, attachments, phobias, and post-traumatic stress to name a few. Clinical research has shown all of the above to be treatable, given the right therapeutic relationship matched with the right treatment. Daniel has treated clients coping with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, psychosis, social difficulties, divorce, sibling relationships, unhealthy attachment styles, and various forms of trauma (including PTSD). For more information visit: SOSpsychotherapy.com .
(206) 455-9601 View (206) 455-9601
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Svetlana Shjerven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in the importance of feeling connected in relationships, to our environment, and to ourselves. Addressing the “here and now” that arises during therapy allows our sessions to adapt and work with the difficult emotions or thoughts that come up, in an environment that is judgment free and safe. I specialize in working with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, grief and chronic pain, among other issues. I am LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and enjoy working with clients along the spectrum of neurodiversity and disability.
I believe in the importance of feeling connected in relationships, to our environment, and to ourselves. Addressing the “here and now” that arises during therapy allows our sessions to adapt and work with the difficult emotions or thoughts that come up, in an environment that is judgment free and safe. I specialize in working with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, grief and chronic pain, among other issues. I am LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and enjoy working with clients along the spectrum of neurodiversity and disability.
(206) 347-8488 View (206) 347-8488
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Antioch Community Counseling & Psychology Clinic
Mental Health Counselor
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98121
Address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma and improve your health and well-being.
The Antioch Clinic offers low-fee counseling and assessment services for individuals, couples, and families of all ages. We are open over 40+ hours a week Monday - Friday. We offer a low fee, sliding scale (beginning at $0), based on household income to help all those who are struggling economically.
Address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma and improve your health and well-being.
The Antioch Clinic offers low-fee counseling and assessment services for individuals, couples, and families of all ages. We are open over 40+ hours a week Monday - Friday. We offer a low fee, sliding scale (beginning at $0), based on household income to help all those who are struggling economically.
(206) 268-4840 View (206) 268-4840
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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.