Therapists in Moffat County, CO

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Spiritual/Intuitive Counseling - Dr. Nancy Harris
MSS, DSS, NLP-Cer
Verified Verified
Craig, CO 81625
Looking for a spiritual/intuitive approach to resolving your everyday issues? Wondering what is wrong with you that your Soul Mate has never showed up or your relationship(s) is not working? Feel as though you don't fit in anywhere? Want the answers to "Why do I feel so sensitive, weird, and different?" Want to Discover your Spiritual Life Purpose, plus Release and Re-program your past issues, traumas, and experiences (even past lives) that block you from connecting to your "True Self", God/Source and others? Quickly and easily transform your issues using Energy Psychology and Intuitve Counseling. For Adults/Couples - especially Highly Sensitive and Intuitive People.
Looking for a spiritual/intuitive approach to resolving your everyday issues? Wondering what is wrong with you that your Soul Mate has never showed up or your relationship(s) is not working? Feel as though you don't fit in anywhere? Want the answers to "Why do I feel so sensitive, weird, and different?" Want to Discover your Spiritual Life Purpose, plus Release and Re-program your past issues, traumas, and experiences (even past lives) that block you from connecting to your "True Self", God/Source and others? Quickly and easily transform your issues using Energy Psychology and Intuitve Counseling. For Adults/Couples - especially Highly Sensitive and Intuitive People.
(720) 316-7058 View (720) 316-7058

Online Therapists

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Brian Magee
Counselor, LPCC, MA
Verified Verified
I have personally battled with depression and anxiety.
I strongly believe in the power and importance of the therapeutic relationship between me and my clients. There is nothing more important to me than building trust and safety so that you feel comfortable opening up about what is happening in your life. I am very laid back and use an informal style that feels much more collaborative than authoritative. I am on the journey with you!
I have personally battled with depression and anxiety.
I strongly believe in the power and importance of the therapeutic relationship between me and my clients. There is nothing more important to me than building trust and safety so that you feel comfortable opening up about what is happening in your life. I am very laid back and use an informal style that feels much more collaborative than authoritative. I am on the journey with you!
(970) 517-5013 View (970) 517-5013
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Karen E. Wills
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, grief & loss, anger management, and trauma to relationship/couples counseling, as well as monthly weekend couples workshop/retreats. I am an interactive, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and person centered therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, grief & loss, anger management, and trauma to relationship/couples counseling, as well as monthly weekend couples workshop/retreats. I am an interactive, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral and person centered therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.
(970) 372-1428 View (970) 372-1428
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Dr. Constance Suzanne Clancy
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC, HSMI, NCC
Verified Verified
Basalt, CO 81621
You are feeling anxious about many aspects of your life. You are resisting change and you don’t know where to begin to feel better. In this place and time, you face challenges that very often include the need for change. You want to examine how to make changes that reflect who you are and what you want to achieve. Yet You don’t know how to escape your stress from all the demands you face in your life, and the feelings of sadness and emptiness prevail. You want to make better choices that lead you to a life filled with more happiness and joy. You want to use your mind for better health and well-being. Let us take a gentle walk through the territory of integration of mind, body, spirit and emotions for your optimal health. In times of uncertainty and change, it’s imperative to examine each of these pieces of your wholeness and discover what transformative decisions you want to make to achieve a balance and wholeness in your life. Your desire is to rise above life’s challenges with courage, hope and humor will lead you to a better way. Your most difficult challenges can reap unexpected benefits when you choose to develop a healthy attitude.
You are feeling anxious about many aspects of your life. You are resisting change and you don’t know where to begin to feel better. In this place and time, you face challenges that very often include the need for change. You want to examine how to make changes that reflect who you are and what you want to achieve. Yet You don’t know how to escape your stress from all the demands you face in your life, and the feelings of sadness and emptiness prevail. You want to make better choices that lead you to a life filled with more happiness and joy. You want to use your mind for better health and well-being. Let us take a gentle walk through the territory of integration of mind, body, spirit and emotions for your optimal health. In times of uncertainty and change, it’s imperative to examine each of these pieces of your wholeness and discover what transformative decisions you want to make to achieve a balance and wholeness in your life. Your desire is to rise above life’s challenges with courage, hope and humor will lead you to a better way. Your most difficult challenges can reap unexpected benefits when you choose to develop a healthy attitude.
(970) 323-3119 View (970) 323-3119
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Maggie Englund
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avon, CO 81620  (Online Only)
I have served clients experiencing a range of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, and substance abuse.
Right now more than ever we are facing increased stress and trauma as a result of situations beyond our control. Many may feel helpless, scared, or lonely in the face of current events. My goal as a therapist is to meet my clients where they are at no matter what. Whether you're at rock bottom or looking for personal growth and increased well-being I want to work collaboratively with you to establish a plan to address and meet your goals. We will work together to determine the root cause of what you're experiencing and create a clear path to finding what you are looking for.
I have served clients experiencing a range of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, and substance abuse.
Right now more than ever we are facing increased stress and trauma as a result of situations beyond our control. Many may feel helpless, scared, or lonely in the face of current events. My goal as a therapist is to meet my clients where they are at no matter what. Whether you're at rock bottom or looking for personal growth and increased well-being I want to work collaboratively with you to establish a plan to address and meet your goals. We will work together to determine the root cause of what you're experiencing and create a clear path to finding what you are looking for.
(321) 730-3444 View (321) 730-3444
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Janet Gordon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Carbondale, CO 81623
I provide individual, couples and group counseling. My practice focus is to encourage personal growth & transformation. By providing non-judgmental atmosphere, clients can feel safe to embrace change and feel empowered as they step forward in their lives. I believe in a strength-based approach to therapy and in providing skills that can be used every day. I help identify, challenge, and change negative or self-defeating beliefs and attitudes that can create or worsen feelings such as depression, anxiety, fear, panic, or anger.
I provide individual, couples and group counseling. My practice focus is to encourage personal growth & transformation. By providing non-judgmental atmosphere, clients can feel safe to embrace change and feel empowered as they step forward in their lives. I believe in a strength-based approach to therapy and in providing skills that can be used every day. I help identify, challenge, and change negative or self-defeating beliefs and attitudes that can create or worsen feelings such as depression, anxiety, fear, panic, or anger.
(970) 379-4983 View (970) 379-4983
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Meggan McBride Garwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have treated a wide variety of presenting concerns. Areas of clinical interest: pregnant/ new moms, healing generational trauma ,nervous system regulation, career wellness, quarter life crisis, recovery coaching, family estrangement, positive psychology, pre-marital counseling, anxiety, kids/parent coaching, therapy newbies, recovering professionals and families, menopause, intuitive wellness, developmental trauma, & intersection of spirituality and psychology. I believe we were all put on this beautiful planet to do things only we were meant to do. Working on “clinical soul care” helps us connect to purposeful living.
I have treated a wide variety of presenting concerns. Areas of clinical interest: pregnant/ new moms, healing generational trauma ,nervous system regulation, career wellness, quarter life crisis, recovery coaching, family estrangement, positive psychology, pre-marital counseling, anxiety, kids/parent coaching, therapy newbies, recovering professionals and families, menopause, intuitive wellness, developmental trauma, & intersection of spirituality and psychology. I believe we were all put on this beautiful planet to do things only we were meant to do. Working on “clinical soul care” helps us connect to purposeful living.
(970) 538-9891 View (970) 538-9891
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Carol Grace
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carbondale, CO 81623
Couple, individual, family guidance and loving support for relationship concerns of all kinds; trauma and distress that may be impacting your current situation. Uncover and turn off unconscious core beliefs that may be activating mental or emotional symptoms such as anxiety, depression, stress, illness, or general life dissatisfaction; unwanted patterns. Lifestyle, mind-body processes, conscious evolution for identity shifts, divorce, infidelity, co-dependency, recovery, family strife; anger, addictions, intimacy and self-esteem issues, grief and loss, life transitions, aging, death, empty nest - toward a fulfilling, thriving life.
Couple, individual, family guidance and loving support for relationship concerns of all kinds; trauma and distress that may be impacting your current situation. Uncover and turn off unconscious core beliefs that may be activating mental or emotional symptoms such as anxiety, depression, stress, illness, or general life dissatisfaction; unwanted patterns. Lifestyle, mind-body processes, conscious evolution for identity shifts, divorce, infidelity, co-dependency, recovery, family strife; anger, addictions, intimacy and self-esteem issues, grief and loss, life transitions, aging, death, empty nest - toward a fulfilling, thriving life.
(970) 279-1936 View (970) 279-1936
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Megan Vogt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Edwards, CO 81632
I specialize in counseling adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, LGBTQ-related issues, maternal mental health issues, relationships, self-esteem, substance abuse, time management, and trauma.
The most pronounced trait I have encountered in my clients over the last nine years is resilience. I believe that every person has the innate capacity to overcome the difficulties that life presents. This potential is tapped through collaboration with clients to discover which tools and approaches will work best in each situation. My therapeutic approach includes modalities from acceptance and commitment, client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, existential, feminist, and mindfulness therapies. I strive to meet my clients where they are in their healing process and provide safe, non-judgmental, kind, and direct counseling.
I specialize in counseling adolescents and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, LGBTQ-related issues, maternal mental health issues, relationships, self-esteem, substance abuse, time management, and trauma.
The most pronounced trait I have encountered in my clients over the last nine years is resilience. I believe that every person has the innate capacity to overcome the difficulties that life presents. This potential is tapped through collaboration with clients to discover which tools and approaches will work best in each situation. My therapeutic approach includes modalities from acceptance and commitment, client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, existential, feminist, and mindfulness therapies. I strive to meet my clients where they are in their healing process and provide safe, non-judgmental, kind, and direct counseling.
(970) 446-1701 View (970) 446-1701
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Amy Boggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Gypsum, CO 81637
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey to self-discovery and empowerment. I specialize in supporting clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, women's issues, parenting concerns, and adoption-related issues. My therapeutic approach is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and empathy, fostering a safe, non-judgmental environment for personal exploration, growth, and healing from trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey to self-discovery and empowerment. I specialize in supporting clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, women's issues, parenting concerns, and adoption-related issues. My therapeutic approach is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and empathy, fostering a safe, non-judgmental environment for personal exploration, growth, and healing from trauma.
(970) 507-3522 View (970) 507-3522
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Western Slope Counseling Development Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601  (Online Only)
I have a strong foundation in trauma including developmental forms of trauma, attachment issues, depression and anxiety related struggles, co-occurring disorders, and relationship struggles.
Come join a clinical community & get the support you need to ensure your personal and professional wellbeing. Providing the highest standard in clinical supervision with an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). All clinical levels are welcome from graduate level internships, licensure candidates (currently Colorado LPC & LMFT), consultation and support for your ongoing therapeutic practice, or just needing supervision of supervision for your own supervisees. Call (970) 505-0787 to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.
I have a strong foundation in trauma including developmental forms of trauma, attachment issues, depression and anxiety related struggles, co-occurring disorders, and relationship struggles.
Come join a clinical community & get the support you need to ensure your personal and professional wellbeing. Providing the highest standard in clinical supervision with an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). All clinical levels are welcome from graduate level internships, licensure candidates (currently Colorado LPC & LMFT), consultation and support for your ongoing therapeutic practice, or just needing supervision of supervision for your own supervisees. Call (970) 505-0787 to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.
(970) 367-1652 View (970) 367-1652
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Melinda Fouts
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Basalt, CO 81621
With over 20 years as a Jungian based psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, and children, I provide therapy carefully tailored to the need of each individual client in conjunction with the goals set by my clients. I often apply CBT with children and offer Neurofeedback and sand play therapy. I have successfully treated individuals struggling with life transitions, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. I am an expert witness in court on domestic violence and child abuse.
With over 20 years as a Jungian based psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, and children, I provide therapy carefully tailored to the need of each individual client in conjunction with the goals set by my clients. I often apply CBT with children and offer Neurofeedback and sand play therapy. I have successfully treated individuals struggling with life transitions, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. I am an expert witness in court on domestic violence and child abuse.
(970) 447-4383 View (970) 447-4383
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Tyler Stableford
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carbondale, CO 81623
I am a therapist with advanced training in trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, couples, life transitions, and ketamine- and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, couples and families from all backgrounds and orientations. Self improvement is brave work! I will support your courage to break free from stuck patterns, pursue your unfulfilled dreams or to discover lasting joy. The good news is that you CAN heal, transform, and find fulfillment in your life. I employ the latest evidence-based healing practices and bring deep experience to our partnership.
I am a therapist with advanced training in trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, couples, life transitions, and ketamine- and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, couples and families from all backgrounds and orientations. Self improvement is brave work! I will support your courage to break free from stuck patterns, pursue your unfulfilled dreams or to discover lasting joy. The good news is that you CAN heal, transform, and find fulfillment in your life. I employ the latest evidence-based healing practices and bring deep experience to our partnership.
(970) 715-6211 View (970) 715-6211
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Mary Abbett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, LMFT, LP
Verified Verified
Edwards, CO 81632
I have over thirty years of experience helping people deal with life's challenges and changes. My personal approach to helping people is caring, supportive, solution-oriented and tailored to their individual needs and situations. I emphasize a positive approach to change based on a person's strengths,individual needs and resources. I have extensive experience dealing with stress, grief and loss, relationship issues, couple counseling, substance abuse, depression and anxiety and navigating life's transitions.
I have over thirty years of experience helping people deal with life's challenges and changes. My personal approach to helping people is caring, supportive, solution-oriented and tailored to their individual needs and situations. I emphasize a positive approach to change based on a person's strengths,individual needs and resources. I have extensive experience dealing with stress, grief and loss, relationship issues, couple counseling, substance abuse, depression and anxiety and navigating life's transitions.
(970) 825-0117 View (970) 825-0117
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Amber Smith Connections
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Eagle, CO 81631
I believe that YOU (& your family) deserve to HEAL & THRIVE. My mission is to create a safe, compassionate space to process the past, live fully in the present, and create a fulfilling future. As a psychotherapist and former school counselor, I have over a decade of experience teaming with parents, families, and professionals at all developmental stages. My individualized, evidence-based interventions help you/your family meet challenges such as work/life/school balance and stressors, chronic injury, stress or illness, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues with more insight, flexibility, and resilience.
I believe that YOU (& your family) deserve to HEAL & THRIVE. My mission is to create a safe, compassionate space to process the past, live fully in the present, and create a fulfilling future. As a psychotherapist and former school counselor, I have over a decade of experience teaming with parents, families, and professionals at all developmental stages. My individualized, evidence-based interventions help you/your family meet challenges such as work/life/school balance and stressors, chronic injury, stress or illness, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues with more insight, flexibility, and resilience.
(970) 507-8365 View (970) 507-8365
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Dr. Mary Bowles
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, RRT, MIAAN, RTM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Castle, CO 81647  (Online Only)
I specialize in relationships (communication, conflict, divorce, infidelity, blended families, ethical non-monogamy), trauma (PTSD), anxiety, & depression.
I'm a trustworthy, compassionate, experienced, unbiased & Licensed Couples & Family Therapist and I specialize in Applied Neuroscience. I use a direct and considerate approach. I specialize in couples & family therapy and trauma recovery. I approach all clients and families from a neuroscientific & brain based perspective. I'll help you understand your brain and body's responses to past and present stressors, in an easy to understand manner. I use humor, lightheartedness, and techniques verified in research to help you experience rapid change. I help all my clients learn how to work with the brain, not against it. See my website!
I specialize in relationships (communication, conflict, divorce, infidelity, blended families, ethical non-monogamy), trauma (PTSD), anxiety, & depression.
I'm a trustworthy, compassionate, experienced, unbiased & Licensed Couples & Family Therapist and I specialize in Applied Neuroscience. I use a direct and considerate approach. I specialize in couples & family therapy and trauma recovery. I approach all clients and families from a neuroscientific & brain based perspective. I'll help you understand your brain and body's responses to past and present stressors, in an easy to understand manner. I use humor, lightheartedness, and techniques verified in research to help you experience rapid change. I help all my clients learn how to work with the brain, not against it. See my website!
(970) 319-1999 View (970) 319-1999
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Matthew K. King
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
My passion is facilitating connection. There is so much pain and struggle that results from feeling disconnected from our partners and our families. Too often, the greatest pain is felt when we are disconnected from ourselves. This can show up in many ways: relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and more. Together, through the cultivation of conscious awareness and the building of new skills, we will locate your inner resiliency and use that to forge a path to a better life.
My passion is facilitating connection. There is so much pain and struggle that results from feeling disconnected from our partners and our families. Too often, the greatest pain is felt when we are disconnected from ourselves. This can show up in many ways: relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and more. Together, through the cultivation of conscious awareness and the building of new skills, we will locate your inner resiliency and use that to forge a path to a better life.
(970) 355-3480 View (970) 355-3480
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Derek Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Avon, CO 81620
Welcome! I want to honor the position you are in that led you to seek support. Maybe you are feeling stuck in life, or are experiencing grief or depression or anxiety, or are having difficulties in a relationship, maybe past trauma has left you feeling scared or ungrounded. I want to acknowledge that by reaching out for support you have already stepped into a place of courage, strength and healing. I see my role as a guide. A guide to support and assist you on your journey toward balance, health, recovery, and deep connection with life. I invite you to contact me to begin the journey… I look forward to hearing from you.
Welcome! I want to honor the position you are in that led you to seek support. Maybe you are feeling stuck in life, or are experiencing grief or depression or anxiety, or are having difficulties in a relationship, maybe past trauma has left you feeling scared or ungrounded. I want to acknowledge that by reaching out for support you have already stepped into a place of courage, strength and healing. I see my role as a guide. A guide to support and assist you on your journey toward balance, health, recovery, and deep connection with life. I invite you to contact me to begin the journey… I look forward to hearing from you.
(970) 446-8912 View (970) 446-8912
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Sarah Ludington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601  (Online Only)
With COVID-19, the caliber of uncertainty has been raised significantly and this all too often leads to intense worry and fear.
As we move more deeply into the unfamiliar territory of COVID-19, new emotional skills are necessary. Learn how to develop competence to approach this time with emotional resiliency and resolve. In a nurturing and supportive environment, my aim is to provide a safe place for you as an individual or as a couple to experience life more deeply. This challenging time can be used to fall asleep or it can be used to awaken to what limiting beliefs or blocks are getting in the way of you being your best self.
With COVID-19, the caliber of uncertainty has been raised significantly and this all too often leads to intense worry and fear.
As we move more deeply into the unfamiliar territory of COVID-19, new emotional skills are necessary. Learn how to develop competence to approach this time with emotional resiliency and resolve. In a nurturing and supportive environment, my aim is to provide a safe place for you as an individual or as a couple to experience life more deeply. This challenging time can be used to fall asleep or it can be used to awaken to what limiting beliefs or blocks are getting in the way of you being your best self.
(970) 948-4274 View (970) 948-4274
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Nila Marie Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Meeker, CO 81641  (Online Only)
With a compassionate heart and an emotion-focused approach, I am dedicated to guiding clients through their most challenging moments towards healing and transformation. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Colorado and California, I bring over 14 years of clinical experience in outpatient mental health therapy and crisis intervention. My expertise lies in helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life stressors, and relational distress.
With a compassionate heart and an emotion-focused approach, I am dedicated to guiding clients through their most challenging moments towards healing and transformation. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Colorado and California, I bring over 14 years of clinical experience in outpatient mental health therapy and crisis intervention. My expertise lies in helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life stressors, and relational distress.
(970) 251-1745 View (970) 251-1745

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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.