Anxiety Therapists in Springfield, OH

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Amazing Brain Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, PCC-S, LICDC-S
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45503
My specialties include; women's issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and adjustment issues.
Our brains are amazing and have the ability to heal from past and present painful experiences! Life is full of twists and turns and sometimes we get stuck. Therapy is an effective way to help us get back on track. I am passionate about working with people and helping them to be their best selves!
My specialties include; women's issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and adjustment issues.
Our brains are amazing and have the ability to heal from past and present painful experiences! Life is full of twists and turns and sometimes we get stuck. Therapy is an effective way to help us get back on track. I am passionate about working with people and helping them to be their best selves!
(937) 230-7276 View (937) 230-7276
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Debra Cypryla — Lighthouse Of Healing Counseling Services Llc
Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, CCTP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, OH 45503
I have worked with individuals with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
Self-awareness to know when to contact a counselor for therapy is the first step to reaching your goal. Are you seeking help with coping skills and relief from intrusive mental thoughts you are unable to escape? Are you someone dealing with intrusive mental health issues that are impeding your ability to function in your daily life? Do you seek help to learn healthy ways of dealing with stress, anxiety, and gain emotional regulation? I would like to work with individuals who want to be accepted, who want to be met where they are, and who need help to get to where they want to be.
I have worked with individuals with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
Self-awareness to know when to contact a counselor for therapy is the first step to reaching your goal. Are you seeking help with coping skills and relief from intrusive mental thoughts you are unable to escape? Are you someone dealing with intrusive mental health issues that are impeding your ability to function in your daily life? Do you seek help to learn healthy ways of dealing with stress, anxiety, and gain emotional regulation? I would like to work with individuals who want to be accepted, who want to be met where they are, and who need help to get to where they want to be.
(937) 468-4299 View (937) 468-4299
Sharon E McElya
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45503  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Sharon and I am a young adult, adult and older adult trauma informed psychotherapist who has been in practice for more than 10 years. I work with individuals to help them achieve their goals and move towards the existence that they desire. Issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, low self esteem and other concerns are barriers to people living as authentically as they desire. Other concerns including self harm behaviors, suicidal ideations and sleep disturbances also impede the process of growth. I work collaborative with clients to address these concerns.
Hi! My name is Sharon and I am a young adult, adult and older adult trauma informed psychotherapist who has been in practice for more than 10 years. I work with individuals to help them achieve their goals and move towards the existence that they desire. Issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, low self esteem and other concerns are barriers to people living as authentically as they desire. Other concerns including self harm behaviors, suicidal ideations and sleep disturbances also impede the process of growth. I work collaborative with clients to address these concerns.
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Carrie D Dennis
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45505
My license concentrates on individual, marriage, family counseling, and play therapy for children. I have a specific interest and training in counseling anxiety, blended families, depression, grief, and working with children of variety of issues. I have earned my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. My experience as a professional started in 1995 treating children and adolescents in a long term residential counseling program to private practice for 20 years. My goal is being committed to offering comfort, healing and wholeness to those who are hurting.
My license concentrates on individual, marriage, family counseling, and play therapy for children. I have a specific interest and training in counseling anxiety, blended families, depression, grief, and working with children of variety of issues. I have earned my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. My experience as a professional started in 1995 treating children and adolescents in a long term residential counseling program to private practice for 20 years. My goal is being committed to offering comfort, healing and wholeness to those who are hurting.
(614) 504-4354 View (614) 504-4354
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John Waite
Counselor, MDiv, MAPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45504
I work with those who suffer with depression and/or anxiety. You may want to consider that there is meaning in your suffering. Only you can determine what the meaning is; however, talking with a skilled counselor can speed up the process of recovery from your symptoms. I have worked for the past twenty years with adults of all ages as a pastoral counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in West Central Ohio to help persons discover their path to increased satisfaction, contentment, and well-being.
I work with those who suffer with depression and/or anxiety. You may want to consider that there is meaning in your suffering. Only you can determine what the meaning is; however, talking with a skilled counselor can speed up the process of recovery from your symptoms. I have worked for the past twenty years with adults of all ages as a pastoral counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in West Central Ohio to help persons discover their path to increased satisfaction, contentment, and well-being.
(937) 813-6172 View (937) 813-6172
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Chris LeMaster
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, OH 45503
I often work with people that are dealing with relationship stress, anxiety, life transitions (grief, divorce, new relationships) and depressive symptoms.
Does it ever feel like you are making the same mistakes over and over? Do you feel stuck, almost like you are losing hope that change is actually possible? Maybe you are questioning making a major life change and could use some help processing it through? I am passionate about you experiencing personal growth and breakthrough. I focus on where you've gotten stuck in unhealthy patterns and unhealthy negative thinking loops. Better awareness of what is holding you back is the first step toward positive change and healthier choices in your life.
I often work with people that are dealing with relationship stress, anxiety, life transitions (grief, divorce, new relationships) and depressive symptoms.
Does it ever feel like you are making the same mistakes over and over? Do you feel stuck, almost like you are losing hope that change is actually possible? Maybe you are questioning making a major life change and could use some help processing it through? I am passionate about you experiencing personal growth and breakthrough. I focus on where you've gotten stuck in unhealthy patterns and unhealthy negative thinking loops. Better awareness of what is holding you back is the first step toward positive change and healthier choices in your life.
(937) 749-7103 View (937) 749-7103
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Donte M Hardy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OH 45504  (Online Only)
People seek psychotherapy for different reasons. Sometimes they want to solve a specific problem produced by difficult circumstances; sometimes they want relief from feelings of general unhappiness and anxiety; other times they want to make a change, to feel less stuck, less depressed and more hopeful. Asking for help is the first important step. It gives substance to our desire for change and makes concrete our wish to feel better. This very act of asking says that we feel entitled to support and serious consideration.
People seek psychotherapy for different reasons. Sometimes they want to solve a specific problem produced by difficult circumstances; sometimes they want relief from feelings of general unhappiness and anxiety; other times they want to make a change, to feel less stuck, less depressed and more hopeful. Asking for help is the first important step. It gives substance to our desire for change and makes concrete our wish to feel better. This very act of asking says that we feel entitled to support and serious consideration.
(614) 858-8533 View (614) 858-8533
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His Strength Christian Counseling
Counselor, MEd, LSW, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45504
Counseling allows you the ability to explore yourself and your future goals in an objective atmosphere. At His Strength Christian Counseling, we will explore and break down the barriers to who you want to be. Some barriers may be environmental, while others may be mental health related such as depression, anxiety, past trauma, relationship issues, communication issues, substance use issues, grief, or focus issues. My style of counseling includes Cognitive Behavioral and Reality therapies with a Christian focus. Counseling is provided face to face and via Telehealth if applicable. By appointment only. I am unable to take walk-in's.
Counseling allows you the ability to explore yourself and your future goals in an objective atmosphere. At His Strength Christian Counseling, we will explore and break down the barriers to who you want to be. Some barriers may be environmental, while others may be mental health related such as depression, anxiety, past trauma, relationship issues, communication issues, substance use issues, grief, or focus issues. My style of counseling includes Cognitive Behavioral and Reality therapies with a Christian focus. Counseling is provided face to face and via Telehealth if applicable. By appointment only. I am unable to take walk-in's.
(937) 632-1339 View (937) 632-1339
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Roxanne Larrigan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSW, LICDC, NCC
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45502  (Online Only)
Roxanne enjoys working with young adults, adults, and groups. Roxanne works from a blend of Collaborative Strengths-Based Approach and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy assisting and supporting clients navigating challenges in their own lives. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, trauma, and substance use disorders.
Roxanne enjoys working with young adults, adults, and groups. Roxanne works from a blend of Collaborative Strengths-Based Approach and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy assisting and supporting clients navigating challenges in their own lives. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, trauma, and substance use disorders.
(740) 202-4659 View (740) 202-4659
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Savannah Burgess-Flack
MS, CT
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45505
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depression with focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma Informed CBT.
I love helping people bounce back from challenging times in their lives. I believe strongly in balancing self, family, and work and enjoy helping people find their own balance!
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depression with focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma Informed CBT.
I love helping people bounce back from challenging times in their lives. I believe strongly in balancing self, family, and work and enjoy helping people find their own balance!
(937) 203-2301 View (937) 203-2301
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Carla Tamplin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45506  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with parenthood? Maybe that means having difficulty achieving/maintaining pregnancy, or struggling with a postpartum transition. Our society does not always give women and families the support they need to thrive, or a safe place to talk about issues such as miscarriage, birth trauma or infant loss. I want to be that safe place. Issues such as infertility, postpartum depression or anxiety and adoption can make what should be a joyful time into one of the most difficult times of one's life instead. I would be honored to walk with you in creating the family you want and becoming the best parent you can be!
Are you struggling with parenthood? Maybe that means having difficulty achieving/maintaining pregnancy, or struggling with a postpartum transition. Our society does not always give women and families the support they need to thrive, or a safe place to talk about issues such as miscarriage, birth trauma or infant loss. I want to be that safe place. Issues such as infertility, postpartum depression or anxiety and adoption can make what should be a joyful time into one of the most difficult times of one's life instead. I would be honored to walk with you in creating the family you want and becoming the best parent you can be!
(937) 828-4639 View (937) 828-4639
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Telehealth Positive Perspectives Inc. Online
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LISW, LPCC, LICDC
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45502  (Online Only)
Telehealth can be an ideal choice for a number of clients and issues on a case by case basis: Depression, Anxiety/ Panic, OCD, Trauma Recovery, Relationship Problems, Addiction Evaluations and support during Recovery, Codependency, Parenting Consultation, Grief Recovery, Stress Management — and more! Fill out our online Application or call today.
Are you looking for counseling sessions at the touch of a button? You can find what you need at Positive Perspectives Counseling Online. We offer you mental health care from the comfort of your Ohio home or office. Our Telehealth psychologists, social workers, and counselors will work with you to design a unique counseling plan that will work best for your circumstances. Applying to become a PPInc. Client is as easy as checking out our website ( ppinc.group ) and clicking on our Home Page's "Online Form." Just clicking the button will take you to our HIPAA-secure digital form: Application to Become a PPInc. Client. Check us out!
Telehealth can be an ideal choice for a number of clients and issues on a case by case basis: Depression, Anxiety/ Panic, OCD, Trauma Recovery, Relationship Problems, Addiction Evaluations and support during Recovery, Codependency, Parenting Consultation, Grief Recovery, Stress Management — and more! Fill out our online Application or call today.
Are you looking for counseling sessions at the touch of a button? You can find what you need at Positive Perspectives Counseling Online. We offer you mental health care from the comfort of your Ohio home or office. Our Telehealth psychologists, social workers, and counselors will work with you to design a unique counseling plan that will work best for your circumstances. Applying to become a PPInc. Client is as easy as checking out our website ( ppinc.group ) and clicking on our Home Page's "Online Form." Just clicking the button will take you to our HIPAA-secure digital form: Application to Become a PPInc. Client. Check us out!
(937) 900-9214 x10 View (937) 900-9214 x10
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Jillian Potter-Bonsell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OH 45502
Waitlist for new clients
It can have excellent results for many people suffering from PTSD and other trauma-related difficulties, as well as anxiety, compulsions, addiction problems, and depression.
It is my privilege and joy to provide a safe and supportive environment for each client that I work with. Using a holistic approach to healing, I've been providing counseling services for over 11 years. I specialize in working with survivors of complex traumas such as sexual abuse, human trafficking and domestic violence, or one-time incidents such as a car accident or sudden loss. I am certified in EMDR and trained in Brainspotting, and I incorporate IFS and other modalities. I'm happy to announce that I am now offering neurofeedback sessions as well, using the Neuroptimal system, in combination with EMDR or as a separate service.
It can have excellent results for many people suffering from PTSD and other trauma-related difficulties, as well as anxiety, compulsions, addiction problems, and depression.
It is my privilege and joy to provide a safe and supportive environment for each client that I work with. Using a holistic approach to healing, I've been providing counseling services for over 11 years. I specialize in working with survivors of complex traumas such as sexual abuse, human trafficking and domestic violence, or one-time incidents such as a car accident or sudden loss. I am certified in EMDR and trained in Brainspotting, and I incorporate IFS and other modalities. I'm happy to announce that I am now offering neurofeedback sessions as well, using the Neuroptimal system, in combination with EMDR or as a separate service.
(937) 966-6017 View (937) 966-6017
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Michele Baiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45503
I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy. I believe it is important to learn a person, their history, their goals, and their daily experiences so as to form the best treatment approach to address various needs. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families and have worked extensively with trauma survivors. I am trained in EMDR and TF-CBT. I treat individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, addiction, and stress associated with life transitions.
I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy. I believe it is important to learn a person, their history, their goals, and their daily experiences so as to form the best treatment approach to address various needs. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families and have worked extensively with trauma survivors. I am trained in EMDR and TF-CBT. I treat individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, addiction, and stress associated with life transitions.
(937) 230-8436 View (937) 230-8436
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Charles Manda
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, KLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OH 45505
Hi, and welcome to my profile. I'm Dr. Manda, a Licensed Pastoral Counselor in Kentucky, and the author of "Re-authoring Life Narratives After Trauma." I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral and relationship issues, losses, life transitions, and spiritual issues. I integrate spirituality in my practice to support those clients who want their spiritual needs to be addressed in therapy. Studies show that spiritual well-being reduces despair, anxiety, depression, the wish to die, and improves the quality of life.
Hi, and welcome to my profile. I'm Dr. Manda, a Licensed Pastoral Counselor in Kentucky, and the author of "Re-authoring Life Narratives After Trauma." I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral and relationship issues, losses, life transitions, and spiritual issues. I integrate spirituality in my practice to support those clients who want their spiritual needs to be addressed in therapy. Studies show that spiritual well-being reduces despair, anxiety, depression, the wish to die, and improves the quality of life.
(502) 215-3847 View (502) 215-3847
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Cynthia Holloway
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45505
Cynthia Holloway Independent Marriage and Family Therapist Hello, I’m Cindy I’m a master’s prepared Independently licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I look forward to helping individuals as they work to heal and develop skills that will help them help themselves. Currently, my practice consists of individual adults. Often, these folks are navigating a significant life transition and / or working through trauma from the past that seems to interfere with current life experiences and well-being. Disorders these individuals bring with them include depression, anxiety, various identity issues, and post-traumatic stress.
Cynthia Holloway Independent Marriage and Family Therapist Hello, I’m Cindy I’m a master’s prepared Independently licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I look forward to helping individuals as they work to heal and develop skills that will help them help themselves. Currently, my practice consists of individual adults. Often, these folks are navigating a significant life transition and / or working through trauma from the past that seems to interfere with current life experiences and well-being. Disorders these individuals bring with them include depression, anxiety, various identity issues, and post-traumatic stress.
(440) 287-1651 View (440) 287-1651
James Sean Okolica
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45503  (Online Only)
Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s being afraid and doing it anyway because it needs doing. Thank you for having the courage to do the work. Psychotherapists generally see you one hour per week. You are the one doing the work for the other 167 hours. You are the expert on your life. Psychotherapists may know a few skills you don’t. Psychotherapy is about working collaboratively to help with the problems you want to address. Common, normal issues include anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship skills, or facing past trauma.
Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s being afraid and doing it anyway because it needs doing. Thank you for having the courage to do the work. Psychotherapists generally see you one hour per week. You are the one doing the work for the other 167 hours. You are the expert on your life. Psychotherapists may know a few skills you don’t. Psychotherapy is about working collaboratively to help with the problems you want to address. Common, normal issues include anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship skills, or facing past trauma.
(937) 787-6112 View (937) 787-6112
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Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45503
Empowerment/Self-Esteem, Anxiety/Depression, Bi-Polar Disorder & More.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Empowerment/Self-Esteem, Anxiety/Depression, Bi-Polar Disorder & More.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(937) 914-3057 View (937) 914-3057
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Navigation Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OH 45504
I am a clinical social worker with more than 25 years of experience in the field, serving clients from all walks of life. I have worked across a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, veterans' organizations, LGBTQ organizations, domestic violence survivors and the courts. I work closely with my clients to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship issues, parenting problems and career challenges. I recognize that many people may have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse, and work to create a safe, non judgmental and accepting space for healing.
I am a clinical social worker with more than 25 years of experience in the field, serving clients from all walks of life. I have worked across a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, veterans' organizations, LGBTQ organizations, domestic violence survivors and the courts. I work closely with my clients to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship issues, parenting problems and career challenges. I recognize that many people may have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse, and work to create a safe, non judgmental and accepting space for healing.
(937) 907-1812 View (937) 907-1812
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Nora Hickey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, OH 45505
Nora Hickey believes mental health treatment should be compassionate, collaborative, and client-focused. She uses various approaches, like CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy, to meet clients where they are. Nora practices therapy as a licensed social worker and received her Master's of Social Work from the Ohio State University. She is also an adjunct faculty at area colleges and works part time as a children's librarian. Her life experiences in education and the arts enrich and support helping families and children seeking mental wellness. I provide in person and telehealth services.
Nora Hickey believes mental health treatment should be compassionate, collaborative, and client-focused. She uses various approaches, like CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy, to meet clients where they are. Nora practices therapy as a licensed social worker and received her Master's of Social Work from the Ohio State University. She is also an adjunct faculty at area colleges and works part time as a children's librarian. Her life experiences in education and the arts enrich and support helping families and children seeking mental wellness. I provide in person and telehealth services.
(317) 548-2586 View (317) 548-2586
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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.