Anxiety Therapists in North Scituate, RI

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Tina Egan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857  (Online Only)
I have many years of experience working with clients with a variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss relationship conflicts, life adjustments and parenting and work stress.
It takes strength to seek treatment and it is my goal to use this strength in therapy. I believe it is important for you to feel comfortable in your therapy relationship. I am an active listener and look forward to helping you make positive changes. We all benefit from meaning and connection with others. I have worked with adults and older adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, meaninglessness and isolation and understand every client is unique and needs to be heard. My goal is to empower my clients especially within relationships.
I have many years of experience working with clients with a variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss relationship conflicts, life adjustments and parenting and work stress.
It takes strength to seek treatment and it is my goal to use this strength in therapy. I believe it is important for you to feel comfortable in your therapy relationship. I am an active listener and look forward to helping you make positive changes. We all benefit from meaning and connection with others. I have worked with adults and older adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, meaninglessness and isolation and understand every client is unique and needs to be heard. My goal is to empower my clients especially within relationships.
(401) 237-3490 View (401) 237-3490
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Joseph Faulkner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Many of these boys are dealing with high anxiety issues.
Joseph (Jef) Faulkner is married with 4 school-aged children. He is a regular distance runner. And in his free-time, he likes to read all kinds of fiction- even historical fiction- and biography (which he is doing right now! ). He also loves to take walks with the family dog. Jef has worked in the mental health field for over thirty-five years. He is a licensed clinical social worker and he specializes in doing child and family therapy.
Many of these boys are dealing with high anxiety issues.
Joseph (Jef) Faulkner is married with 4 school-aged children. He is a regular distance runner. And in his free-time, he likes to read all kinds of fiction- even historical fiction- and biography (which he is doing right now! ). He also loves to take walks with the family dog. Jef has worked in the mental health field for over thirty-five years. He is a licensed clinical social worker and he specializes in doing child and family therapy.
(430) 237-3743 View (430) 237-3743
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Andrea Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Andrea Erickson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 1996. She specializes in providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and college students. Andrea has treated clients with a wide range of psychosocial issues including stress, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, behavior problems, chronic pain and health conditions. She also works with parents/caregivers as they navigate through life stressors and transitions, relationships, while promoting healthy lifestyle habits.
Andrea Erickson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 1996. She specializes in providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and college students. Andrea has treated clients with a wide range of psychosocial issues including stress, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, behavior problems, chronic pain and health conditions. She also works with parents/caregivers as they navigate through life stressors and transitions, relationships, while promoting healthy lifestyle habits.
(938) 999-1420 View (938) 999-1420
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Jennifer Pelkey
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
She currently works with individuals and couples ages 16 and older who are experiencing symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive, trauma, and grief related disorders.
Jennifer Pelkey, MS, LMHC obtained both her B.S. in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Addictions Counseling and her M.S. in Counseling also with a concentration in Additions Counseling from Johnson & Wales University in Providence RI. Jen is a licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Rhode Island and has dipped her toe in different populations and settings throughout her career.
She currently works with individuals and couples ages 16 and older who are experiencing symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive, trauma, and grief related disorders.
Jennifer Pelkey, MS, LMHC obtained both her B.S. in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Addictions Counseling and her M.S. in Counseling also with a concentration in Additions Counseling from Johnson & Wales University in Providence RI. Jen is a licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Rhode Island and has dipped her toe in different populations and settings throughout her career.
(401) 298-9730 View (401) 298-9730
Diane Richardson-Lucier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857  (Online Only)
Diane specializes in treating substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, marriage counseling, relationship issues, and stress management.
Diane Richardson-Lucier is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 1993. Xe has an MSW from the University of Connecticut. Diane has many years of experience as a therapist providing a variety of counseling techniques to assist clients in working through issues to return to a healthy balance in life. Diane is the former founder and director of Portsmouth Counseling Center. Xe has worked in private practice for over twenty-five years. Xe works with adults, couples, and families.
Diane specializes in treating substance abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, marriage counseling, relationship issues, and stress management.
Diane Richardson-Lucier is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 1993. Xe has an MSW from the University of Connecticut. Diane has many years of experience as a therapist providing a variety of counseling techniques to assist clients in working through issues to return to a healthy balance in life. Diane is the former founder and director of Portsmouth Counseling Center. Xe has worked in private practice for over twenty-five years. Xe works with adults, couples, and families.
(401) 341-1537 View (401) 341-1537
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Adetutu Ajibose
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Ajibose has experience working with children and families, anxiety, depression, trauma, and disruptive behavior problems.
Adetutu Ajibose, PsyD earned her Doctor of Psychology degree from William James College. Her major area of concentration was in African and Caribbean Mental Health and Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience (CFAR). She completed her APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island and at the Brenner Center in Newton, MA. She utilizes client-centered approaches to therapy, trauma-informed therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and positive psychology.
Ajibose has experience working with children and families, anxiety, depression, trauma, and disruptive behavior problems.
Adetutu Ajibose, PsyD earned her Doctor of Psychology degree from William James College. Her major area of concentration was in African and Caribbean Mental Health and Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience (CFAR). She completed her APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island and at the Brenner Center in Newton, MA. She utilizes client-centered approaches to therapy, trauma-informed therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and positive psychology.
(206) 489-3192 View (206) 489-3192
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Alex Furtado
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Alex Furtado is a postdoctoral fellow who has been practicing in Rhode Island since 2023. He has a B.S. in psychology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a PsyD in psychology from William James College. Alex's professional interests include anxiety, depression, liberation psychology, multicultural psychology, social justice, social media, technology, and trauma. In his free time, Alex enjoys dismantling the patriarchy, music, time with family and friends, video games, writing, and yoga.
Alex Furtado is a postdoctoral fellow who has been practicing in Rhode Island since 2023. He has a B.S. in psychology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a PsyD in psychology from William James College. Alex's professional interests include anxiety, depression, liberation psychology, multicultural psychology, social justice, social media, technology, and trauma. In his free time, Alex enjoys dismantling the patriarchy, music, time with family and friends, video games, writing, and yoga.
(401) 388-5623 View (401) 388-5623
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Carmaudely Galliotte
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Her clinical psychology experiences encompass the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders in children, adolescents, and adults; academic testing; and the treatment of a wide range of psychological and neurodevelopmental disorders, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, executive dysfunction, and autism.
Dr. Galliotte earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology at William James College. She completed a pre-doctoral consortium at the Brenner Center for Psychological Assessment and Consultation in Newton, MA and a post-doctoral fellowship at Gershon Psychological Associates in Rhode Island. Dr. Galliotte completed her undergraduate studies at Florida International University and obtained her Master of Science degree in counseling with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis at NOVA Southeastern University.
Her clinical psychology experiences encompass the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders in children, adolescents, and adults; academic testing; and the treatment of a wide range of psychological and neurodevelopmental disorders, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, executive dysfunction, and autism.
Dr. Galliotte earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology at William James College. She completed a pre-doctoral consortium at the Brenner Center for Psychological Assessment and Consultation in Newton, MA and a post-doctoral fellowship at Gershon Psychological Associates in Rhode Island. Dr. Galliotte completed her undergraduate studies at Florida International University and obtained her Master of Science degree in counseling with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis at NOVA Southeastern University.
(989) 487-3336 View (989) 487-3336
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Ri Therapeutic Alliance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Imagine seeing your true self in the mirror for the first time. Not the image that everyone else sees, not who you "should be", but your perfect self. Whether your symptoms are causing you to feel anxious, depressed, unfocused, or lost, I can help. Upon meeting, we can work together to identify and clarify the image in the mirror that you have long desired to reflect.
Imagine seeing your true self in the mirror for the first time. Not the image that everyone else sees, not who you "should be", but your perfect self. Whether your symptoms are causing you to feel anxious, depressed, unfocused, or lost, I can help. Upon meeting, we can work together to identify and clarify the image in the mirror that you have long desired to reflect.
(401) 561-2549 View (401) 561-2549
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David Cotter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
David D. Cotter, Ph.D. received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Western Michigan University. Dr. Cotter comes to Gershon Psychological Associates, LLC with a background in community mental health, psychological assessment, and residential care. He conducted comprehensive diagnostic assessments at the Behavioral and Developmental Pediatrics program at MSU/KCMS and his pre-doctoral internship training through the Nebraska Internship Consortium in Professional Psychology at Boys Town, NE. His interests include individual therapy, family therapy, parent-training, and psychological assessments.
David D. Cotter, Ph.D. received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Western Michigan University. Dr. Cotter comes to Gershon Psychological Associates, LLC with a background in community mental health, psychological assessment, and residential care. He conducted comprehensive diagnostic assessments at the Behavioral and Developmental Pediatrics program at MSU/KCMS and his pre-doctoral internship training through the Nebraska Internship Consortium in Professional Psychology at Boys Town, NE. His interests include individual therapy, family therapy, parent-training, and psychological assessments.
(430) 245-6135 View (430) 245-6135
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Audrey Wayman
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857  (Online Only)
Audrey Wayman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2019. She has a BA from Connecticut College and an MA from Boston College in Mental Health Counseling. Audrey believes that being vulnerable and seeking help takes strength. She strives to build genuine rapport with each of her clients and provide a safe, caring, and non-judging space for them to open up and feel heard. Audrey hopes to help her clients build more healthy thought patterns, gain insight, and navigate their mental health challenges one step at a time.
Audrey Wayman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2019. She has a BA from Connecticut College and an MA from Boston College in Mental Health Counseling. Audrey believes that being vulnerable and seeking help takes strength. She strives to build genuine rapport with each of her clients and provide a safe, caring, and non-judging space for them to open up and feel heard. Audrey hopes to help her clients build more healthy thought patterns, gain insight, and navigate their mental health challenges one step at a time.
(507) 596-5243 View (507) 596-5243
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Laura Valois
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Laura Valois has been a licensed clinician in Rhode Island since 2017. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish from Fairfield University in Connecticut and her Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology with a focus on Latino Mental Health and Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience from William James College in Massachusetts. She completed her post-doctoral internship at Gershon Psychological Associates in Rhode Island. In addition to her work as a therapist and evaluator at LifeStance, she also teaching Doctoring at Brown Medical School.
Laura Valois has been a licensed clinician in Rhode Island since 2017. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish from Fairfield University in Connecticut and her Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology with a focus on Latino Mental Health and Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience from William James College in Massachusetts. She completed her post-doctoral internship at Gershon Psychological Associates in Rhode Island. In addition to her work as a therapist and evaluator at LifeStance, she also teaching Doctoring at Brown Medical School.
(430) 245-6288 View (430) 245-6288
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Kimberly Palmisano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Kimberly Palmisano is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2023. Kimberly enjoys mindfulness and incorporates it into her sessions regularly. She also focuses on a client's strengths and goals. Kimberly hopes to empower clients to live their best lives. Outside of work, Kimberly loves to spend time with her animals. She has a small backyard farm with horses, goats, and chickens and also shares her home with 3 dogs and 2 cats.
Kimberly Palmisano is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2023. Kimberly enjoys mindfulness and incorporates it into her sessions regularly. She also focuses on a client's strengths and goals. Kimberly hopes to empower clients to live their best lives. Outside of work, Kimberly loves to spend time with her animals. She has a small backyard farm with horses, goats, and chickens and also shares her home with 3 dogs and 2 cats.
(458) 213-4681 View (458) 213-4681
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Marissa Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Marissa Ford is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2013. She has a BA in Sociology from Sonoma State University and an MA in Social Work (MSW) from Boston College. Marissa strives to assist children, teens, and families in the development of interpersonal, social emotional, and coping skills to address challenges and maximize learning and growth in a multitude of settings. She integrates a strengths-based, solution focused approach, and utilize modalities such as Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Social Skills Building.
Marissa Ford is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2013. She has a BA in Sociology from Sonoma State University and an MA in Social Work (MSW) from Boston College. Marissa strives to assist children, teens, and families in the development of interpersonal, social emotional, and coping skills to address challenges and maximize learning and growth in a multitude of settings. She integrates a strengths-based, solution focused approach, and utilize modalities such as Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Social Skills Building.
(401) 271-3603 View (401) 271-3603
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Jonathan Gershon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Operations Director, Rhode Island Dr. Jonathan Gershon is a clinical psychologist who has been practicing for over twenty years. He obtained his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. He completed his internship at the Boston Consortium in child psychology and behavioral medicine. His postdoctoral fellowship was at the Brown University Training Consortium and Bradley Hospital. Dr. Gershon received his bachelor's degree from Northwestern University. Prior to joining LifeStance Health, Dr. Gershon was a founding partner and psychologist at Gershon Psychological Associates for over fifteen years.Operatio
Operations Director, Rhode Island Dr. Jonathan Gershon is a clinical psychologist who has been practicing for over twenty years. He obtained his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. He completed his internship at the Boston Consortium in child psychology and behavioral medicine. His postdoctoral fellowship was at the Brown University Training Consortium and Bradley Hospital. Dr. Gershon received his bachelor's degree from Northwestern University. Prior to joining LifeStance Health, Dr. Gershon was a founding partner and psychologist at Gershon Psychological Associates for over fifteen years.Operatio
(430) 245-6142 View (430) 245-6142
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Maia Roper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Maia Roper is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2017. She received her Bachelors in Psychology from New England College and her Masters in Social Work from Simmons College. Maia offers a unique therapeutic experience that creates a comfortable setting to build clinical rapport. Once rapport is established, Maia continues to maintain rapport by empathizing with you and meeting you where you're at while helping you bring forth the best version of yourself.
Maia Roper is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2017. She received her Bachelors in Psychology from New England College and her Masters in Social Work from Simmons College. Maia offers a unique therapeutic experience that creates a comfortable setting to build clinical rapport. Once rapport is established, Maia continues to maintain rapport by empathizing with you and meeting you where you're at while helping you bring forth the best version of yourself.
(401) 204-0879 View (401) 204-0879
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Elise Jarvis
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scituate, RI 02857
Elise N. Jarvis, LMHC is a licensed clinician in RI who has provided clinical care since 2010. She received her Master's degree in Psychology and then continued her academic career earning an Advanced Counseling Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from Rhode Island College. Her training has honed in on: trauma and recovery work, behavioral difficulties, self-injurious thoughts and behaviors, suicidality, parent-focused interventions, and coping skill and sensory implementation.
Elise N. Jarvis, LMHC is a licensed clinician in RI who has provided clinical care since 2010. She received her Master's degree in Psychology and then continued her academic career earning an Advanced Counseling Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from Rhode Island College. Her training has honed in on: trauma and recovery work, behavioral difficulties, self-injurious thoughts and behaviors, suicidality, parent-focused interventions, and coping skill and sensory implementation.
(430) 245-6226 View (430) 245-6226
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Sarah Zimage
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Scituate, RI 02857
Sarah Zimage is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2014. She received her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from William James College. Sarah has specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and DBT-PE. Her approach in therapy is helping patients identify what is meaningful for and important to them and helps with overcoming barriers to living their lives based on these values. Sarah takes a behavioral approach, helping patients identify changes they would like to make and the steps they could take to make those changes.
Sarah Zimage is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2014. She received her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from William James College. Sarah has specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and DBT-PE. Her approach in therapy is helping patients identify what is meaningful for and important to them and helps with overcoming barriers to living their lives based on these values. Sarah takes a behavioral approach, helping patients identify changes they would like to make and the steps they could take to make those changes.
(401) 992-5453 View (401) 992-5453
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Tim Laprade
Pre-Licensed Professional, CPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scituate, RI 02857
Tim Laprade, a Rhode Island native and former paratrooper in the US Army, is a Certified Peer Specialist and addiction counselor who’s focus has been working with individuals who have also experienced trauma and substance abuse issues. He was selected amongst his peers for Rhode Island College’s accelerated Master’s program in Social Work. He has invested time to educating clinicians at VA hospitals across the US on evidence-based practices for veterans who have experienced trauma. Tim has been trained in CBT, CPT, and mindfulness practices and takes a strengths-based approach to his work.
Tim Laprade, a Rhode Island native and former paratrooper in the US Army, is a Certified Peer Specialist and addiction counselor who’s focus has been working with individuals who have also experienced trauma and substance abuse issues. He was selected amongst his peers for Rhode Island College’s accelerated Master’s program in Social Work. He has invested time to educating clinicians at VA hospitals across the US on evidence-based practices for veterans who have experienced trauma. Tim has been trained in CBT, CPT, and mindfulness practices and takes a strengths-based approach to his work.
(401) 561-6181 View (401) 561-6181
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Chris Dorval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCDP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
North Scituate, RI 02857
Chris is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and clinical consultant in the areas of addiction, trauma, and men’s health, as well as, having worked as a clinician and clinical supervisor in various levels of care in addiction treatment continuum. A Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor (LCDCS), Chris graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW).
Chris is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and clinical consultant in the areas of addiction, trauma, and men’s health, as well as, having worked as a clinician and clinical supervisor in various levels of care in addiction treatment continuum. A Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor (LCDCS), Chris graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW).
(401) 208-0835 View (401) 208-0835
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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.