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Andrew J Gwinn
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98110  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My areas of clinical focus include personal and work-related stress, relationship enhancement, work-life integration, personal and career transitions, and effective management of anxiety and depression.
As a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LH61170692), I work with adult and adolescent clients 11+ to identify and create positive life changes. My approach to counseling is brief, strength-based, and solution-focused, my style, active, collaborative, and client-centered. Founded on the principles of positive psychology, my strength-based, solution-focused counseling model consists of three phases: (1) Clarification of the problem the client wants to resolve; (2) Identification of the solution to the client’s problem; and (3) implementation of solution-strategies to create positive changes.
My areas of clinical focus include personal and work-related stress, relationship enhancement, work-life integration, personal and career transitions, and effective management of anxiety and depression.
As a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LH61170692), I work with adult and adolescent clients 11+ to identify and create positive life changes. My approach to counseling is brief, strength-based, and solution-focused, my style, active, collaborative, and client-centered. Founded on the principles of positive psychology, my strength-based, solution-focused counseling model consists of three phases: (1) Clarification of the problem the client wants to resolve; (2) Identification of the solution to the client’s problem; and (3) implementation of solution-strategies to create positive changes.
(360) 842-0857 View (360) 842-0857
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Christine Thurston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Port Orchard, WA 98366  (Online Only)
Though I am committed to helping people with all manner of personal challenges, I am particularly adept at helping people suffering from depression/anxiety, clients confronting women's issues, and couples therapy.
All people experience problems and at times we all need someone that we can trust to assist us with those challenges. As a therapist, my approach is accepting, empathetic, and flexible, and I strive to form a relationship with my clients that is built on trust and respect. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, together identifying the growth and change that they desire for their lives. I work to help my clients uncover their internal resources and strengths and expand their understanding of their experiences in order to empower them to make the changes that they desire.
Though I am committed to helping people with all manner of personal challenges, I am particularly adept at helping people suffering from depression/anxiety, clients confronting women's issues, and couples therapy.
All people experience problems and at times we all need someone that we can trust to assist us with those challenges. As a therapist, my approach is accepting, empathetic, and flexible, and I strive to form a relationship with my clients that is built on trust and respect. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, together identifying the growth and change that they desire for their lives. I work to help my clients uncover their internal resources and strengths and expand their understanding of their experiences in order to empower them to make the changes that they desire.
(360) 443-5452 View (360) 443-5452
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Maggie Holland | Anxiety And Ocd Specialist
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110  (Online Only)
ACCEPTING CLIENTS. I love to help women that feel they are being crushed by anxiety and expectations. I help my clients gain confidence, set boundaries, and begin prioritizing taking care of themselves. I work with anxiety, OCD, trauma processing, and perinatal concerns (pregnancy through postpartum).
ACCEPTING CLIENTS. I love to help women that feel they are being crushed by anxiety and expectations. I help my clients gain confidence, set boundaries, and begin prioritizing taking care of themselves. I work with anxiety, OCD, trauma processing, and perinatal concerns (pregnancy through postpartum).
(253) 242-9146 View (253) 242-9146
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Northwest Therapy Group, PLLC - Maxie Pape
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Orchard, WA 98366
Welcome, I am glad you made it! My name is Maxie. I am a clinician inside of Northwest Therapy Group. I have found a love of working alongside individuals who find themselves struggling with finding purpose and identity. Whether you are a new parent working your way back to yourself (or your partner), a teen struggling with depression, anxiety, or finding your sense of self, or maybe you're someone who struggles with grief and loss, I am ready to walk with you through it.
Welcome, I am glad you made it! My name is Maxie. I am a clinician inside of Northwest Therapy Group. I have found a love of working alongside individuals who find themselves struggling with finding purpose and identity. Whether you are a new parent working your way back to yourself (or your partner), a teen struggling with depression, anxiety, or finding your sense of self, or maybe you're someone who struggles with grief and loss, I am ready to walk with you through it.
(253) 243-2733 View (253) 243-2733
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Lily Gibson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, MHP
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98310
Not accepting new clients
Lily works with adults, couples, and adolescents starting at 12 years of age. She is able to support clients in the following areas; depression, anxiety, managing family and life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting, building healthy coping skills, and processing traumatic events. Lily also offers pre-marital counseling for couples.
Lily works with adults, couples, and adolescents starting at 12 years of age. She is able to support clients in the following areas; depression, anxiety, managing family and life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting, building healthy coping skills, and processing traumatic events. Lily also offers pre-marital counseling for couples.
(360) 732-8614 View (360) 732-8614
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Jane Ellen Curtis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training from the University of Washington School of Medicine and Utah State University. I offer individual, couples, and family psychotherapy for issues related to depression, anxiety, health concerns, grief, and/or adjustment difficulties due to life changes. I have worked with many successful professionals who require the services of a highly trained doctoral level provider.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training from the University of Washington School of Medicine and Utah State University. I offer individual, couples, and family psychotherapy for issues related to depression, anxiety, health concerns, grief, and/or adjustment difficulties due to life changes. I have worked with many successful professionals who require the services of a highly trained doctoral level provider.
(206) 922-8838 View (206) 922-8838
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Nadya Kosanovskaya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT, SUDP, CMHS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Port Orchard, WA 98366
I specialize in skills-building, trauma, life transitions, re-adjustments, anxiety, depression and stress mgnt.
I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.
I specialize in skills-building, trauma, life transitions, re-adjustments, anxiety, depression and stress mgnt.
I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.
(253) 300-2889 View (253) 300-2889
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Wesley Maynard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LMSW, LICSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110  (Online Only)
Maybe you're tired of suffering from being bossed around by OCD or anxiety. Perhaps you’re in a painful life transition and feeling uncertain, afraid, or lost. I’m glad you’re here. If you feel hopeless, I believe things can get much better, one step at a time. Although it sure can feel this way, rather than viewing OCD or anxiety as a monster trying to torture us, I see it as a hypervigilant alert system whose aim is to keep us safe at all costs. Retraining that alert system can help us get unstuck, heal, and thrive. I never claim to have the answers for anyone’s life, but I love helping people find answers within themselves.
Maybe you're tired of suffering from being bossed around by OCD or anxiety. Perhaps you’re in a painful life transition and feeling uncertain, afraid, or lost. I’m glad you’re here. If you feel hopeless, I believe things can get much better, one step at a time. Although it sure can feel this way, rather than viewing OCD or anxiety as a monster trying to torture us, I see it as a hypervigilant alert system whose aim is to keep us safe at all costs. Retraining that alert system can help us get unstuck, heal, and thrive. I never claim to have the answers for anyone’s life, but I love helping people find answers within themselves.
(425) 587-8275 View (425) 587-8275
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Colleen Bebich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Port Orchard, WA 98367
My style of therapy is warm, accepting and compassionate. I am here to walk alongside you as you navigate life's challenges and pursue personal growth. Therapy is the beginning of new possibilities and scheduling an appointment is a brave first step. I provide a safe space to share your story where you can explore difficult emotions and struggles. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult relationships, parenting struggles, grief or issues with work/life balance. You are the expert in your own life and your experiences are uniquely your own. We will work together to gain new skills and achieve desired goals.
My style of therapy is warm, accepting and compassionate. I am here to walk alongside you as you navigate life's challenges and pursue personal growth. Therapy is the beginning of new possibilities and scheduling an appointment is a brave first step. I provide a safe space to share your story where you can explore difficult emotions and struggles. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult relationships, parenting struggles, grief or issues with work/life balance. You are the expert in your own life and your experiences are uniquely your own. We will work together to gain new skills and achieve desired goals.
(253) 243-2486 View (253) 243-2486
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Cory D. Secrist, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98110  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults and adolescents. I specialize in helping those with issues related to depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, and chronic pain. I support people struggling with relationship and communication difficulties, grief, pervasive worry, intrusive thoughts, and overwhelming feelings. I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach. I also provide supportive and affirmative therapy to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender clients. I am available to assist transgender clients in attaining transitioning services.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults and adolescents. I specialize in helping those with issues related to depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, and chronic pain. I support people struggling with relationship and communication difficulties, grief, pervasive worry, intrusive thoughts, and overwhelming feelings. I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach. I also provide supportive and affirmative therapy to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender clients. I am available to assist transgender clients in attaining transitioning services.
(206) 717-8321 View (206) 717-8321
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Daybreak Counseling, PLLC/Andi Hefton
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Silverdale, WA 98383
As your counselor, I will help you recognize where your true hope and peace can be found. Whether you’re dealing with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, or other issues, I will work with you to find healing in your own mind, heart, and soul, as well as relational healing with those around you. I have witnessed the amazing work of God in my own life and so many others, and it would be my privilege to walk with you as you seek to discover Him as your true source of lasting hope.
As your counselor, I will help you recognize where your true hope and peace can be found. Whether you’re dealing with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, or other issues, I will work with you to find healing in your own mind, heart, and soul, as well as relational healing with those around you. I have witnessed the amazing work of God in my own life and so many others, and it would be my privilege to walk with you as you seek to discover Him as your true source of lasting hope.
(206) 801-6584 View (206) 801-6584
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Julie Franks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DSW, MTS
Verified Verified
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
My name is Dr. Julie Franks, and I'm a licensed maternal mental therapist + founder of Nurturing the Sisterhood, where I offer support for the unique challenges that come with pregnancy and postpartum, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related to infertility and pregnancy loss. I believe that becoming a mother + parenting young children is rarely what we expected; it's so much harder. And what's even worse is that it's taboo to talk about the way motherhood impacts your mental health. I believe that, with support, you can start feeling better quickly. And that's where I come in. I'm here to help.
My name is Dr. Julie Franks, and I'm a licensed maternal mental therapist + founder of Nurturing the Sisterhood, where I offer support for the unique challenges that come with pregnancy and postpartum, including depression, anxiety, and trauma related to infertility and pregnancy loss. I believe that becoming a mother + parenting young children is rarely what we expected; it's so much harder. And what's even worse is that it's taboo to talk about the way motherhood impacts your mental health. I believe that, with support, you can start feeling better quickly. And that's where I come in. I'm here to help.
(206) 678-0935 View (206) 678-0935
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John Schwab, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist treating individuals, couples and families with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual concerns and career challenges. I work to establish a place where people can disclose and pursue their most personal challenges openly and truthfully. Therapy is a kind of 'second chance', an opportunity to 'correct' behaviors that may have been necessary in the past.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist treating individuals, couples and families with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual concerns and career challenges. I work to establish a place where people can disclose and pursue their most personal challenges openly and truthfully. Therapy is a kind of 'second chance', an opportunity to 'correct' behaviors that may have been necessary in the past.
(206) 922-8244 View (206) 922-8244
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Deanne Wientge Christian & Trauma Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98337  (Online Only)
Offering compassionate, competent, non-judgmental, and friendly ADULT only non-denominational Christian-based clinical counseling via HIPPA compliant Video Conferencing. Specializing in working with adult trauma, anxiety, grief & depression. Deanne has over 25+ years experience working with adults in private practice with victims of crime, disasters, & trauma including military spouses, military and first responders. Deanne has additional career experience and training in mass critical incident debriefing, aviation, and Search & Rescue. She has helped set up resiliency programs and teams for SAR & is an active member of K9 SAR.
Offering compassionate, competent, non-judgmental, and friendly ADULT only non-denominational Christian-based clinical counseling via HIPPA compliant Video Conferencing. Specializing in working with adult trauma, anxiety, grief & depression. Deanne has over 25+ years experience working with adults in private practice with victims of crime, disasters, & trauma including military spouses, military and first responders. Deanne has additional career experience and training in mass critical incident debriefing, aviation, and Search & Rescue. She has helped set up resiliency programs and teams for SAR & is an active member of K9 SAR.
(573) 995-2530 View (573) 995-2530
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Lindsey Crow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silverdale, WA 98383  (Online Only)
You may struggle with anxiety, depression, fear of failure, self-worth, relationships, body image, or other challenges.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Fearful of life's uncertainties? Struggling to find hope? Need a space to process without worrying about judgement? Taking the first step towards counseling can be scary and takes a lot of courage, but that is why I'm here to help. Therapy can be used as your time to process, gain insight, learn new skills, self-reflect, and build confidence. It is is a place where you can get support and encouragement without judgement.
You may struggle with anxiety, depression, fear of failure, self-worth, relationships, body image, or other challenges.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Fearful of life's uncertainties? Struggling to find hope? Need a space to process without worrying about judgement? Taking the first step towards counseling can be scary and takes a lot of courage, but that is why I'm here to help. Therapy can be used as your time to process, gain insight, learn new skills, self-reflect, and build confidence. It is is a place where you can get support and encouragement without judgement.
(206) 590-3703 View (206) 590-3703
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Kim Bjorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bremerton, WA 98337
Waitlist for new clients
People who seek me out tend to feel stuck, blocked and very ready to have something different in life. Vitality and joy have been sucked out of you with anxiety and sadness remaining. It really sucks feeling this way and everyday is on repeat. No one wants to be around you, you don't even want to be around yourself. Either you are fading into your surroundings and have no voice to exclaim your existence or your irritable, angry energy pushes people away. Talking to someone will likely help you - however, changing thoughts, feelings and behaviors will make the difference. Action is required to regain happiness and wholeness.
People who seek me out tend to feel stuck, blocked and very ready to have something different in life. Vitality and joy have been sucked out of you with anxiety and sadness remaining. It really sucks feeling this way and everyday is on repeat. No one wants to be around you, you don't even want to be around yourself. Either you are fading into your surroundings and have no voice to exclaim your existence or your irritable, angry energy pushes people away. Talking to someone will likely help you - however, changing thoughts, feelings and behaviors will make the difference. Action is required to regain happiness and wholeness.
(253) 367-3798 View (253) 367-3798
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Glyn Deputy - N. W. Family Psychology
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
In addition, Glyn continues to broaden and deepen his expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, psychosis, adjustment disorders, learning and cognitive disorders, and impulse control disorders, as well as cultural and existential concerns.
Glyn Deputy, M.Ed, LMHC, brings a keen awareness of both the necessities and subtleties of surviving our human condition and reaching one’s full potential, particularly when clients are experiencing significant life transitions (e.g., separation, divorce, parent child conflicts, etc.), as well as clinical experience spanning the past 20 years. Glyn has worked with generational family issues in rural and frontier communities, has assisted youth and young adults with many types of disability in pursuing higher education, and has gained exceptional skills in dual diagnosis treatment – both individually and in the family system.
In addition, Glyn continues to broaden and deepen his expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, psychosis, adjustment disorders, learning and cognitive disorders, and impulse control disorders, as well as cultural and existential concerns.
Glyn Deputy, M.Ed, LMHC, brings a keen awareness of both the necessities and subtleties of surviving our human condition and reaching one’s full potential, particularly when clients are experiencing significant life transitions (e.g., separation, divorce, parent child conflicts, etc.), as well as clinical experience spanning the past 20 years. Glyn has worked with generational family issues in rural and frontier communities, has assisted youth and young adults with many types of disability in pursuing higher education, and has gained exceptional skills in dual diagnosis treatment – both individually and in the family system.
(206) 929-4230 View (206) 929-4230
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Valerie St. John
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Orchard, WA 98367
Waitlist for new clients
My treatment helps increase self-awareness and insight while challenging unbalanced thought processes. Enhancing self-worth and self-acceptance is a core theme for my clients. Common issues I work with are depression, anxiety, disordered eating, PTSD/trauma, panic, mild dissociation, perfectionism, people-pleasing, codependency, and performance anxiety. My trauma-informed and integrative approach involves a reflective, person-centered openness, where you can develop introspection, safely release emotions, and discover your true authentic self.
My treatment helps increase self-awareness and insight while challenging unbalanced thought processes. Enhancing self-worth and self-acceptance is a core theme for my clients. Common issues I work with are depression, anxiety, disordered eating, PTSD/trauma, panic, mild dissociation, perfectionism, people-pleasing, codependency, and performance anxiety. My trauma-informed and integrative approach involves a reflective, person-centered openness, where you can develop introspection, safely release emotions, and discover your true authentic self.
(360) 529-3401 View (360) 529-3401
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Alex Kerney - N. W. Family Psychology
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Alexandra Kerney, LMHCA, graduated from Central Washington University with a B.A. in Psychology and graduated from Seattle Pacific University with an M.Ed. in School Counseling. Alex uses evidence-based practices and strength-based approaches when working with child, adolescent, and young adult clients, and enjoys helping people overcome depression, anxiety, peer conflicts, low self-esteem, and bullying.
Alexandra Kerney, LMHCA, graduated from Central Washington University with a B.A. in Psychology and graduated from Seattle Pacific University with an M.Ed. in School Counseling. Alex uses evidence-based practices and strength-based approaches when working with child, adolescent, and young adult clients, and enjoys helping people overcome depression, anxiety, peer conflicts, low self-esteem, and bullying.
(206) 966-4877 View (206) 966-4877
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Alexa Farris
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Port Orchard, WA 98366  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Ready to make a change, but not sure where to begin? Help is available! I am a mental health and substance use counselor based in Kitsap County and providing telehealth services throughout Washington. I work primarily with adults and teenagers ages 13+. I can help you address a variety of issues, including substance abuse and addiction (including nicotine/tobacco use), depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, self-harm, grief, low self-esteem, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. I do offer letters for gender-affirming care. I currently have a 1-2 month waitlist for new clients.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Ready to make a change, but not sure where to begin? Help is available! I am a mental health and substance use counselor based in Kitsap County and providing telehealth services throughout Washington. I work primarily with adults and teenagers ages 13+. I can help you address a variety of issues, including substance abuse and addiction (including nicotine/tobacco use), depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, self-harm, grief, low self-esteem, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. I do offer letters for gender-affirming care. I currently have a 1-2 month waitlist for new clients.
(360) 592-3359 View (360) 592-3359
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.