Therapists in Show Low, AZ
Cindi Kutsop
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LISAC, GCCC, MSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Show Low, AZ 85901
Co-occurring issues like depression and anxiety often follow our misery or may be the cause leading to unhealthy coping strategies.
As a recovery specialist I work with clients to overcome emotional, social, trauma and mental health issues while working with individuals, couples, and families helping them cope with various life challenges. I specialize in counseling individual clients and their families through substance abuse and recovery issues. As a master's level Christian counselor, I integrate spirituality and relationships into my practice because I believe that addiction is a spiritual, relational and systemic disease. Being a recovering alcoholic and the mother of 7 grown children, I bring a unique understanding that comes through many life experiences.
Co-occurring issues like depression and anxiety often follow our misery or may be the cause leading to unhealthy coping strategies.
As a recovery specialist I work with clients to overcome emotional, social, trauma and mental health issues while working with individuals, couples, and families helping them cope with various life challenges. I specialize in counseling individual clients and their families through substance abuse and recovery issues. As a master's level Christian counselor, I integrate spirituality and relationships into my practice because I believe that addiction is a spiritual, relational and systemic disease. Being a recovering alcoholic and the mother of 7 grown children, I bring a unique understanding that comes through many life experiences.
Courtney Garvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Show Low, AZ 85901
I use a “bottom up” approach to allow me to integrate each approach as needed to best fit each client. I love working with adults, teens and children to explore their path to their best self.
I use a “bottom up” approach to allow me to integrate each approach as needed to best fit each client. I love working with adults, teens and children to explore their path to their best self.
Online Therapists
Are you facing challenges related to stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or overall life transitions? You’re not alone. Life’s difficulties also present opportunities for growth and finding meaning. As a compassionate therapist, I’m committed to helping you discover effective solutions and create an individualized plan that fosters hope, authenticity, and happiness. I have a master’s degree in professional counseling from Grand Canyon University, specializing in evidenced-based therapeutic techniques. I am committed to staying informed about the latest research and best practices.
Are you facing challenges related to stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or overall life transitions? You’re not alone. Life’s difficulties also present opportunities for growth and finding meaning. As a compassionate therapist, I’m committed to helping you discover effective solutions and create an individualized plan that fosters hope, authenticity, and happiness. I have a master’s degree in professional counseling from Grand Canyon University, specializing in evidenced-based therapeutic techniques. I am committed to staying informed about the latest research and best practices.
Victoria L. Woods, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Payson, AZ 85541
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am currently working with adults and teenagers individually, as couples, in families, and in groups. My emphasis is in treating the whole person and in developing a plan based on proven treatment strategies. I have training in numerous treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, family systems therapy, behavioral therapy, gestalt, therapy, psycho-educational approaches, and group therapy. I have extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief & loss, relationship issues, and employment concerns.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am currently working with adults and teenagers individually, as couples, in families, and in groups. My emphasis is in treating the whole person and in developing a plan based on proven treatment strategies. I have training in numerous treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, family systems therapy, behavioral therapy, gestalt, therapy, psycho-educational approaches, and group therapy. I have extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief & loss, relationship issues, and employment concerns.
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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.