Anxiety Therapists in Tamarac, FL

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Wilson Wellness Group, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321
Our Clinicians specialize in many areas that includes mental health essentials in Anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, suicide prevention and Posttraumatic-stress disorder (PTSD), to list a few.
Have you struggled with stress, anger, relationship issues or other mental health issues? If so, you are our ideal client who is ready to do the work and learn new tools towards healing. Our clinicians have worked with individuals with mood disorders, substance abuse, moral or spiritual injury due to various traumas. If you are that person and you're in need for change. Our goal is to reduce the symptoms of mood changes, lifestyle changes or relational issues because these are the triggers that can hinders you in your healing journey.
Our Clinicians specialize in many areas that includes mental health essentials in Anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, suicide prevention and Posttraumatic-stress disorder (PTSD), to list a few.
Have you struggled with stress, anger, relationship issues or other mental health issues? If so, you are our ideal client who is ready to do the work and learn new tools towards healing. Our clinicians have worked with individuals with mood disorders, substance abuse, moral or spiritual injury due to various traumas. If you are that person and you're in need for change. Our goal is to reduce the symptoms of mood changes, lifestyle changes or relational issues because these are the triggers that can hinders you in your healing journey.
(305) 520-7590 View (305) 520-7590
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Elizabeth Hayward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tamarac, FL 33319
I have extensive experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety and depression.
I am a licensed clinical social worker. Clients have described me as thoughtful, relatable, humorous, open-minded, a good listener, and a creative problem solver. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) which is a form of therapy that can be used to treat people with a wide range of mental health struggles. CBT is based on the idea that how we think (cognition), how we feel (emotion), and how we act (behavior) all interact together.
I have extensive experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety and depression.
I am a licensed clinical social worker. Clients have described me as thoughtful, relatable, humorous, open-minded, a good listener, and a creative problem solver. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) which is a form of therapy that can be used to treat people with a wide range of mental health struggles. CBT is based on the idea that how we think (cognition), how we feel (emotion), and how we act (behavior) all interact together.
(813) 235-0995 View (813) 235-0995
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The Miranda Healing Group/ Counsel NJ LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321
Want better quality of life? What is getting in your way? Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Mood Shifts, Emotional Shutdowns, Bad Memories, Painful Experiences, Loss/Accidents, Invading Thoughts? We will work to help individuals and families heal these experiences in order to live a healthy, content and more authentic life. We aim to provide a secure and supportive environment where you can explore, process, and resolve negative thoughts and feelings that interfere with your functional life. We will provide you the opportunity to work with a specialty trained therapist to achieve a better quality of life. Call us today.
Want better quality of life? What is getting in your way? Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Mood Shifts, Emotional Shutdowns, Bad Memories, Painful Experiences, Loss/Accidents, Invading Thoughts? We will work to help individuals and families heal these experiences in order to live a healthy, content and more authentic life. We aim to provide a secure and supportive environment where you can explore, process, and resolve negative thoughts and feelings that interfere with your functional life. We will provide you the opportunity to work with a specialty trained therapist to achieve a better quality of life. Call us today.
(954) 580-6434 View (954) 580-6434
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Ashli Jones
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tamarac, FL 33321
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that has twenty-two years of clinical experience. I specialize in addiction, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma and PTSD, and emotional disturbance issues. I have worked with individuals, couples, minors, families, and children, and I integrate many therapeutic techniques such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Coaching, and Existential therapies. I believe that each individual, couple, and family has a different way of relating to the world at large, and I treat each person based on their unique individual needs and preferences.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that has twenty-two years of clinical experience. I specialize in addiction, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma and PTSD, and emotional disturbance issues. I have worked with individuals, couples, minors, families, and children, and I integrate many therapeutic techniques such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Coaching, and Existential therapies. I believe that each individual, couple, and family has a different way of relating to the world at large, and I treat each person based on their unique individual needs and preferences.
(954) 507-9316 View (954) 507-9316
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Renyale T. Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-QS
Verified Verified
Tamarac, FL 33321
Waitlist for new clients
Navigating through everyday challenges can lead to feelings of uncertainty and hopelessness. When these challenges negatively impact the lives of you, your child, or your family, these feelings of hopelessness, doubt, and anger become amplified. Are you an adult or do you have a child, teen, or young adult struggling with depression, anxiety, poor impulse control, school difficulties, low self-esteem, grief/loss, negative peer influence, work difficulties, relationship issues, substance abuse, and/or other difficulties? Are you at the end of your rope and feel powerless to improve yours and your child’s life circumstances?
Navigating through everyday challenges can lead to feelings of uncertainty and hopelessness. When these challenges negatively impact the lives of you, your child, or your family, these feelings of hopelessness, doubt, and anger become amplified. Are you an adult or do you have a child, teen, or young adult struggling with depression, anxiety, poor impulse control, school difficulties, low self-esteem, grief/loss, negative peer influence, work difficulties, relationship issues, substance abuse, and/or other difficulties? Are you at the end of your rope and feel powerless to improve yours and your child’s life circumstances?
(954) 231-2061 View (954) 231-2061
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Greta Wendorf
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321
Do you feel scared, worried, confused, or irritable? Is it hard to focus and complete tasks? You may be struggling to sleep. Do you experiencing tightening on the chest, shortness of breath, pounding heart when you are around other people? Do you often feel sad or inadequate? You may find yourself losing your patience with your loved ones or co-workers, behaving in ways you don’t like, or isolating from others, you may feel guilty, or may be tearful often, or you may just not feel normal but do not know why and feel stuck. All this can make it challenging to function at home, in relationships, spiritually, at work, or at school.
Do you feel scared, worried, confused, or irritable? Is it hard to focus and complete tasks? You may be struggling to sleep. Do you experiencing tightening on the chest, shortness of breath, pounding heart when you are around other people? Do you often feel sad or inadequate? You may find yourself losing your patience with your loved ones or co-workers, behaving in ways you don’t like, or isolating from others, you may feel guilty, or may be tearful often, or you may just not feel normal but do not know why and feel stuck. All this can make it challenging to function at home, in relationships, spiritually, at work, or at school.
(954) 466-0534 View (954) 466-0534
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Anne Guillaume
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321  (Online Only)
Some days you may feel unmotivated, some days you may feel completely overwhelmed, and some days you may not be sure what you’re feeling. If that sounds familiar, I can be there to guide you through those emotions. I support individuals who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, issues with interpersonal relationships and other life challenges. During therapy I provide affirming, compassionate, and supportive space to help you identify problems and find solutions. As we work together I can help you decrease troublesome symptoms and improve your mental wellbeing.
Some days you may feel unmotivated, some days you may feel completely overwhelmed, and some days you may not be sure what you’re feeling. If that sounds familiar, I can be there to guide you through those emotions. I support individuals who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, issues with interpersonal relationships and other life challenges. During therapy I provide affirming, compassionate, and supportive space to help you identify problems and find solutions. As we work together I can help you decrease troublesome symptoms and improve your mental wellbeing.
(954) 787-1998 View (954) 787-1998
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Invictus Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321  (Online Only)
My expertise spans Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Sexual Traumas, and supporting those adjusting to medical diagnoses or disabilities like vision loss, mobility restrictions.
If you have been experiencing emotional difficulties, therapy can be a highly effective tool. It focuses on helping you process your feelings, enhance or eliminate unhelpful behaviors, learn to problem-solve, and build healthy relationships. Therapy also aids in identifying factors affecting your current emotional state, such as unresolved traumas, underlying depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts including marriage or child-rearing issues, and work stressors. For teens, therapy can enhance parent-child relationships, address peer conflicts, and manage stress related to school, future aspirations, and more.
My expertise spans Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Sexual Traumas, and supporting those adjusting to medical diagnoses or disabilities like vision loss, mobility restrictions.
If you have been experiencing emotional difficulties, therapy can be a highly effective tool. It focuses on helping you process your feelings, enhance or eliminate unhelpful behaviors, learn to problem-solve, and build healthy relationships. Therapy also aids in identifying factors affecting your current emotional state, such as unresolved traumas, underlying depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts including marriage or child-rearing issues, and work stressors. For teens, therapy can enhance parent-child relationships, address peer conflicts, and manage stress related to school, future aspirations, and more.
(786) 751-7750 View (786) 751-7750
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Maureen Johnson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321
For the individual I assist with work life balance, stress, anxiety, and life changing issues.
I believe there is a balance in every facet of our lives. Balance refers to a state of equilibrium a point where we all find calm. I would venture to say a place or state we all strive to achieve. Yet, we also know our lives are filled with those times when things are just not what they used to or should be. Whether your part of a sandwich generation (caring for children as well as elderly parent or parents); a parent of a teen who swears they know best and you have never lived life; your middle schooler looks and sounds like another person (due to their behavior); your toddler or school age child is making life difficult.
For the individual I assist with work life balance, stress, anxiety, and life changing issues.
I believe there is a balance in every facet of our lives. Balance refers to a state of equilibrium a point where we all find calm. I would venture to say a place or state we all strive to achieve. Yet, we also know our lives are filled with those times when things are just not what they used to or should be. Whether your part of a sandwich generation (caring for children as well as elderly parent or parents); a parent of a teen who swears they know best and you have never lived life; your middle schooler looks and sounds like another person (due to their behavior); your toddler or school age child is making life difficult.
(754) 529-5422 View (754) 529-5422
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Laura E Giner
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
Tamarac, FL 33321  (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of trauma-related disorders such as PTSD, Complex PTSD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Anxiety-related disorders and personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder.
Do you feel stuck in a repeating pattern you don't know how to break? Do you have emotions that overwhelm you and prevent you from connecting to others or achieving your goals? Together, we will embark on a journey to find solutions. We will take time to explore who you are, your past experiences, and how you became you. You will learn tools that can be implemented to help you manage your emotions in real time. You will learn communication skills like how to navigate conflict, how to ask for what you need, and how to set and maintain healthy boundaries.
I specialize in the treatment of trauma-related disorders such as PTSD, Complex PTSD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Anxiety-related disorders and personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder.
Do you feel stuck in a repeating pattern you don't know how to break? Do you have emotions that overwhelm you and prevent you from connecting to others or achieving your goals? Together, we will embark on a journey to find solutions. We will take time to explore who you are, your past experiences, and how you became you. You will learn tools that can be implemented to help you manage your emotions in real time. You will learn communication skills like how to navigate conflict, how to ask for what you need, and how to set and maintain healthy boundaries.
(954) 287-4615 View (954) 287-4615
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Ana Newman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321  (Online Only)
If you are a woman, look no further! My passion is to empower WOMEN to make changes in their lives so they can finally get unstuck and achieve their full God given potential. I believe healing is not just curing illness but achieving wellness in the mind, body and spirit. I specialize in the treatment of women with depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma or relationship problems. I offer high quality treatment that will get you results fast. Your emotions will no longer feel overwhelming. You will be more present in the moment instead of stuck in the past or the future. Finally, get unstuck and begin enjoying life again!
If you are a woman, look no further! My passion is to empower WOMEN to make changes in their lives so they can finally get unstuck and achieve their full God given potential. I believe healing is not just curing illness but achieving wellness in the mind, body and spirit. I specialize in the treatment of women with depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma or relationship problems. I offer high quality treatment that will get you results fast. Your emotions will no longer feel overwhelming. You will be more present in the moment instead of stuck in the past or the future. Finally, get unstuck and begin enjoying life again!
(954) 398-5732 View (954) 398-5732
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Daryl Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CAP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321
Therapy is about making yourself a priority. In finding your path, it is ok not to have everything figured out. With years of experience guiding adults and adolescents through anxiety and depression, I collaboratively work with you to subtract those things that you find distracting you from your goals. Utilizing various evidence-based interventions, we build confidence by exploring strategies to coping with life situations. My goal as your therapist is to walk with you on your journey, as you overcome obstacles in becoming your limitless self.
Therapy is about making yourself a priority. In finding your path, it is ok not to have everything figured out. With years of experience guiding adults and adolescents through anxiety and depression, I collaboratively work with you to subtract those things that you find distracting you from your goals. Utilizing various evidence-based interventions, we build confidence by exploring strategies to coping with life situations. My goal as your therapist is to walk with you on your journey, as you overcome obstacles in becoming your limitless self.
(954) 231-1863 View (954) 231-1863
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Cindy Anne Paillant
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RYT, CATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida with over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have experience conducting individual and group therapy, in-office and both residential and outpatient settings with clients presenting with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship and parenting issues, teen concerns, LGBT, and a wide range of challenges including grief/loss, insomnia, addiction, trauma, abuse, bipolar, as well as personal growth, adjustment issues, and crisis. My Counseling style is warm, compassionate and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida with over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have experience conducting individual and group therapy, in-office and both residential and outpatient settings with clients presenting with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship and parenting issues, teen concerns, LGBT, and a wide range of challenges including grief/loss, insomnia, addiction, trauma, abuse, bipolar, as well as personal growth, adjustment issues, and crisis. My Counseling style is warm, compassionate and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect.
(954) 466-4445 View (954) 466-4445
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Candyce Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33319  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with professional work experience working with adults, geriatrics, children and families in both healthcare and mental health setting. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, life transitions, motivation, self-esteem, ketamine assisted therapy and confidence. My experience focuses on a targeted treatment modalities and evidence based interventions specifically tailored to my clients needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with professional work experience working with adults, geriatrics, children and families in both healthcare and mental health setting. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, life transitions, motivation, self-esteem, ketamine assisted therapy and confidence. My experience focuses on a targeted treatment modalities and evidence based interventions specifically tailored to my clients needs.
(954) 710-6874 View (954) 710-6874
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Eliza Joachim
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in Addictions, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse.
When life throws so many responsibilities your way that everything becomes overwhelming, seeking counseling can be intimidating. I'm so happy you've made the first step! I want to invite you to meet and talk about those challenging and overwhelming situations in your life. My goal is to combine research based interventions with an authentic, warm and caring style to help you navigate through your difficult situations. I have experience in trauma, anxiety, attachments, depression, relationships, addictions and self-esteem work. I hope that you will take this opportunity to reach out so we can get started on your healing journey today!
I specialize in Addictions, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse.
When life throws so many responsibilities your way that everything becomes overwhelming, seeking counseling can be intimidating. I'm so happy you've made the first step! I want to invite you to meet and talk about those challenging and overwhelming situations in your life. My goal is to combine research based interventions with an authentic, warm and caring style to help you navigate through your difficult situations. I have experience in trauma, anxiety, attachments, depression, relationships, addictions and self-esteem work. I hope that you will take this opportunity to reach out so we can get started on your healing journey today!
(954) 231-1431 View (954) 231-1431
Carol Gross, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33309  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who wants to make positive changes. They are motivated to work with the therapist to identify problems, are willing to consider new approaches, and are willing to believe that they can solve problems, enrich relationships, and improve their lives. People often come to therapy when old ways of problem solving are not working for them when faced with a current problem. I work closely with clients facing challenges including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Medical Issues, Caregivers, as well as ADHD (school/work related).
My ideal client is someone who wants to make positive changes. They are motivated to work with the therapist to identify problems, are willing to consider new approaches, and are willing to believe that they can solve problems, enrich relationships, and improve their lives. People often come to therapy when old ways of problem solving are not working for them when faced with a current problem. I work closely with clients facing challenges including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Depression, Relationships, Parenting, Medical Issues, Caregivers, as well as ADHD (school/work related).
(954) 592-0329 View (954) 592-0329
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Brandi Bieber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP
Verified Verified
Tamarac, FL 33321
Let me help you find the solutions you are looking for. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years experience working with children and adults. In my practice, I specialize in: depression, anxiety, attention problems, family issues, relationship issues, school/work problems, life transitions,drug use, parenting difficulties, behavioral concerns, self-esteem issues, and anger management needs.
Let me help you find the solutions you are looking for. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years experience working with children and adults. In my practice, I specialize in: depression, anxiety, attention problems, family issues, relationship issues, school/work problems, life transitions,drug use, parenting difficulties, behavioral concerns, self-esteem issues, and anger management needs.
(954) 590-0187 View (954) 590-0187
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Karen A Lyttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33320
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Coral Springs, Florida. Many of my clients have found remarkable success in understanding their emotions, improving trauma symptoms of anxiety and depression and now feel more connected in their relationships or at peace in their daily lives. I focus on ensuring that my clients see real progress. My style is interactive, non-judgmental, and positions my clients as the experts on where they are now, and where they want to go. Essentially, they rewrite the narrative of their life in a way that increases self-confidence and compassion.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Coral Springs, Florida. Many of my clients have found remarkable success in understanding their emotions, improving trauma symptoms of anxiety and depression and now feel more connected in their relationships or at peace in their daily lives. I focus on ensuring that my clients see real progress. My style is interactive, non-judgmental, and positions my clients as the experts on where they are now, and where they want to go. Essentially, they rewrite the narrative of their life in a way that increases self-confidence and compassion.
(954) 861-0229 View (954) 861-0229
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Richelle Direny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SW15830
Verified Verified
Tamarac, FL 33321
To embark on this journey of healing and finding balance one has to come to a place of real inherent honesty within that true healing requires assistance and that doing it alone can feel overwhelming and experience heighten anxiety.
My name is Richelle Direny and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor whose been in practice for over 10yrs. I am committed to helping each individual learn how to cope with the stress of life, having too many responsibilities, anxiety, setting clear boundaries and coping with decline in functioning and other stressors in life. I seek to understand each person's desire to embark on their journey of healing and finding balance spiritually, mentally and emotionally. My objective and hope is to assist in identifying the current season of their life and how to work through unresolved trauma through psychotherapy
To embark on this journey of healing and finding balance one has to come to a place of real inherent honesty within that true healing requires assistance and that doing it alone can feel overwhelming and experience heighten anxiety.
My name is Richelle Direny and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor whose been in practice for over 10yrs. I am committed to helping each individual learn how to cope with the stress of life, having too many responsibilities, anxiety, setting clear boundaries and coping with decline in functioning and other stressors in life. I seek to understand each person's desire to embark on their journey of healing and finding balance spiritually, mentally and emotionally. My objective and hope is to assist in identifying the current season of their life and how to work through unresolved trauma through psychotherapy
(305) 846-7215 View (305) 846-7215
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Dr. Ruth Compere
Counselor, DMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tamarac, FL 33321  (Online Only)
Whether you experience all or some of these emotions, your fears and concerns are valid and I want to join you on your journey.
Let's keep it real ... As if life was not already hard! Now you throw in COVID-19 pandemic and the pandemic of racial injustice, it's no wonder most of us feel like we are walking around in cloud. As a mental health therapist, I am passionate about helping anyone seeking assistance to live their life to the fullest. I seek to provide compassion, knowledge and empower with every individual, family, couple whom I work with.
Whether you experience all or some of these emotions, your fears and concerns are valid and I want to join you on your journey.
Let's keep it real ... As if life was not already hard! Now you throw in COVID-19 pandemic and the pandemic of racial injustice, it's no wonder most of us feel like we are walking around in cloud. As a mental health therapist, I am passionate about helping anyone seeking assistance to live their life to the fullest. I seek to provide compassion, knowledge and empower with every individual, family, couple whom I work with.
(954) 799-3682 View (954) 799-3682
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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.