Anxiety Treatment Centers in Muskegon, MI

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Wedgwood Christian Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Muskegon, MI 49441
We are currently open to new clients across West Michigan for Outpatient Counseling, Psychiatry Services, and Substance Use Services. We serve all ages - ranging from children as young as 5 years old to teenagers to adults. At Wedgwood, we aim to serve and meet the needs of “anyone who walks through our doors” - whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, PTSD, or other mental or behavioral health challenges. We are a trauma-informed group working in a multi-disciplinary team setting to better serve our community's needs. With compassion, excellence, and understanding, our team can walk with you and your family and provide meaningful, practical support and guidance - wherever life finds you.
We are currently open to new clients across West Michigan for Outpatient Counseling, Psychiatry Services, and Substance Use Services. We serve all ages - ranging from children as young as 5 years old to teenagers to adults. At Wedgwood, we aim to serve and meet the needs of “anyone who walks through our doors” - whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, PTSD, or other mental or behavioral health challenges. We are a trauma-informed group working in a multi-disciplinary team setting to better serve our community's needs. With compassion, excellence, and understanding, our team can walk with you and your family and provide meaningful, practical support and guidance - wherever life finds you.
(616) 275-3108 View (616) 275-3108
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Sanford Treatment for Eating Disorders
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Muskegon, MI 49441
Sanford Comprehensive Treatment for Eating Disorders (Sanford CTED) offers a full continuum of care for eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. We are located 12 minutes from Grand Rapids, in Marne, Michigan. Programs are residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient, and outpatient groups. Therapy may be individual or group; we utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, interpersonal, and family systems therapy. Clinical therapists and registered dieticians lead the groups. Emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT) is our primary family modality. Therapy includes immediate family members whenever possible, especially younger individuals still at home. We practice a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach, which honors body diversity and encourages movement for health and enjoyment, not to lose weight. Our ultimate goal for everyone we treat is to return to intuitive eating behaviors – eat when hungry, and stop when full.
Sanford Comprehensive Treatment for Eating Disorders (Sanford CTED) offers a full continuum of care for eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. We are located 12 minutes from Grand Rapids, in Marne, Michigan. Programs are residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient, and outpatient groups. Therapy may be individual or group; we utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, interpersonal, and family systems therapy. Clinical therapists and registered dieticians lead the groups. Emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT) is our primary family modality. Therapy includes immediate family members whenever possible, especially younger individuals still at home. We practice a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach, which honors body diversity and encourages movement for health and enjoyment, not to lose weight. Our ultimate goal for everyone we treat is to return to intuitive eating behaviors – eat when hungry, and stop when full.
(616) 303-4083 View (616) 303-4083

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Sanford Outpatient Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Spring Lake, MI 49456
Sanford Outpatient Center for Addiction Treatment is conveniently located 12 minutes from Greater Grand Rapids, in Marne, Michigan. We offer substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health treatment to adults 18 or older. Programs are offered in person or via telehealth. The Outpatient Center has flexible, innovative, individualized recovery programs for those with work, child care, school, or other obligations. Outpatient treatment allows for continuing everyday activities while integrating effective strategies to manage recovery. Sanford Outpatient Center is a great place to gather for treatment and community support. A psychiatrist-led multidisciplinary team of medical and clinical professionals backs all our programs. Programs and services include medical and psychiatric assessments, medical detox, day programs (PHP), half-day programs (IOP only 3 hours a day 3 days a week), outpatient groups, medication management & MAT, post-acute detox, alums & family support, and supportive living. Our facility is comfortable and beautiful, with custom furniture, original artwork, a beverage station, the Sanford Café, a discreet entrance, and free parking.
Sanford Outpatient Center for Addiction Treatment is conveniently located 12 minutes from Greater Grand Rapids, in Marne, Michigan. We offer substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health treatment to adults 18 or older. Programs are offered in person or via telehealth. The Outpatient Center has flexible, innovative, individualized recovery programs for those with work, child care, school, or other obligations. Outpatient treatment allows for continuing everyday activities while integrating effective strategies to manage recovery. Sanford Outpatient Center is a great place to gather for treatment and community support. A psychiatrist-led multidisciplinary team of medical and clinical professionals backs all our programs. Programs and services include medical and psychiatric assessments, medical detox, day programs (PHP), half-day programs (IOP only 3 hours a day 3 days a week), outpatient groups, medication management & MAT, post-acute detox, alums & family support, and supportive living. Our facility is comfortable and beautiful, with custom furniture, original artwork, a beverage station, the Sanford Café, a discreet entrance, and free parking.
(616) 236-2673 View (616) 236-2673

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Amplified Life Counseling & Coaching
Treatment Center, LPC
Verified Verified
Byron Center, MI 49315
Our therapists are highly trained to work with individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families on a variety of issues including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, conflict, stress, anger management.
We bring over 25 years of clinical experience helping people be their best, at home, at work and in all of life. Whether you're looking for just the right counselor or life coach for yourself, or wellbeing resources for your organization, we can help. Our local, licensed therapists provide services to adults, couples, youth and children at our private, retreat-like setting in southwest Grand Rapids, MI. We are currently offering private In-Office, Outdoor, and Telehealth options.
Our therapists are highly trained to work with individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families on a variety of issues including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, conflict, stress, anger management.
We bring over 25 years of clinical experience helping people be their best, at home, at work and in all of life. Whether you're looking for just the right counselor or life coach for yourself, or wellbeing resources for your organization, we can help. Our local, licensed therapists provide services to adults, couples, youth and children at our private, retreat-like setting in southwest Grand Rapids, MI. We are currently offering private In-Office, Outdoor, and Telehealth options.
(616) 404-4196 View (616) 404-4196
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Adult Inpatient | Bronson Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Battle Creek, MI 49015
Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital provides a premier inpatient program for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with mental health concerns and co-occurring addictions. We offer intensive support in a safe setting for people who have acute symptoms of a variety of behavioral health concerns. These concerns include depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, self-harm, and psychosis. When you participate in our quality behavioral healthcare programming, you will follow a customized treatment plan, which our staff will create for you based on your unique needs and therapeutic goals. Additionally, when you participate in adult inpatient treatment, you will have the support of a multidisciplinary team of professionals. At our hospital, your care team can include psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, registered nurses, a psychologist, and other experts and program staff. The typical length of stay in our adult inpatient program is about five to seven days, though your actual length of stay may vary depending on your needs and the progress you make during treatment.
Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital provides a premier inpatient program for adults age 18 and older who are struggling with mental health concerns and co-occurring addictions. We offer intensive support in a safe setting for people who have acute symptoms of a variety of behavioral health concerns. These concerns include depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, self-harm, and psychosis. When you participate in our quality behavioral healthcare programming, you will follow a customized treatment plan, which our staff will create for you based on your unique needs and therapeutic goals. Additionally, when you participate in adult inpatient treatment, you will have the support of a multidisciplinary team of professionals. At our hospital, your care team can include psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, registered nurses, a psychologist, and other experts and program staff. The typical length of stay in our adult inpatient program is about five to seven days, though your actual length of stay may vary depending on your needs and the progress you make during treatment.
(269) 399-3807 View (269) 399-3807
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Midwest Recovery & Wellness Mental Health Svcs
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Niles, MI 49120
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma or just desire to be a more fulfilled and happier person, our therapists can help.
In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma or just desire to be a more fulfilled and happier person, our therapists can help.
In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
(269) 331-2114 View (269) 331-2114
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Sanford Behavioral Health Mental Health Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Marne, MI 49435
In 2024, Sanford Behavioral Health opened its virtual intensive outpatient program for primary mental health conditions. This means individuals with Anxiety, Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizoaffective Disorder. We also treat other mental health conditions through our mental health rehab programs. Our Mental Health Outpatient Therapy Program is conducted via telehealth and ensures a seamless transition from the virtual intensive outpatient level of care. We offer flexible scheduling, comprehensive support, and family support groups to keep the client and family involved.
In 2024, Sanford Behavioral Health opened its virtual intensive outpatient program for primary mental health conditions. This means individuals with Anxiety, Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Schizoaffective Disorder. We also treat other mental health conditions through our mental health rehab programs. Our Mental Health Outpatient Therapy Program is conducted via telehealth and ensures a seamless transition from the virtual intensive outpatient level of care. We offer flexible scheduling, comprehensive support, and family support groups to keep the client and family involved.
(616) 276-7003 x1 View (616) 276-7003 x1
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Perspectives Therapy Services
Treatment Center, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48912
A multi-site outpatient practice providing extraordinary care in the areas of emotional, mental, behavioral, and relationship health. Clinics are located in Lansing, Highland, Fenton, New Hudson, and Brighton, Michigan.
A multi-site outpatient practice providing extraordinary care in the areas of emotional, mental, behavioral, and relationship health. Clinics are located in Lansing, Highland, Fenton, New Hudson, and Brighton, Michigan.
(810) 277-9668 View (810) 277-9668
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Michigan Psychological Care - Alma
Treatment Center, PsyD, LPC, LMSW, TLLP
Not Verified Not Verified
Alma, MI 48801
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has several mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has several mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
(989) 796-4555 View (989) 796-4555
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Child and Family Charities: Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, LLPC, LCSW, LMSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48911
Child and Family Charities understands that each person and every family is special and unique. We understand that life presents everyone with challenges and obstacles on the journey through adulthood and beyond. At times, these challenges can feel almost insurmountable. Whether it's stress at work or school, unfulfilled relationships with family or friends, social isolation, difficulty managing unwanted emotions, or a concern for you or a loved one about substance misuse, Child and Family is here to promote a sense of connectedness, foster resiliency, and instill hope in the life’s others.
Child and Family Charities understands that each person and every family is special and unique. We understand that life presents everyone with challenges and obstacles on the journey through adulthood and beyond. At times, these challenges can feel almost insurmountable. Whether it's stress at work or school, unfulfilled relationships with family or friends, social isolation, difficulty managing unwanted emotions, or a concern for you or a loved one about substance misuse, Child and Family is here to promote a sense of connectedness, foster resiliency, and instill hope in the life’s others.
(517) 201-1307 x151 View (517) 201-1307 x151
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Sanford Behavioral Health Addiction Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Marne, MI 49435
Founded in 2015, Sanford Behavioral Health is licensed and accredited as a substance use disorder, eating disorder, and co-occurring mental health treatment facility, serving Greater Grand Rapids, all of Michigan and beyond. Our Addiction Treatment Program incorporates a full continuum of care for adults 18 years+. Sanford has a psychiatrist-led team of medical, clinical, and support personnel providing medication-assisted, evidenced-based treatment to residential, outpatient, and telehealth patients. We also have outpatient therapy in-person and via telehealth. Residents live onsite while they attend group, individual, and family therapy sessions, receive medical and psychiatric check-ups and participate in wellness activities. This option provides 24/7 access to the support of our medical team. Our clinicians offer specialized care and follow a program accentuating each person’s inherent values and strengths. Specialized gender-specific sessions and outside recovery or 12-step meetings are included in the program. Rigorous excursions rekindle previous passions for nature, art, movement, etc.
Founded in 2015, Sanford Behavioral Health is licensed and accredited as a substance use disorder, eating disorder, and co-occurring mental health treatment facility, serving Greater Grand Rapids, all of Michigan and beyond. Our Addiction Treatment Program incorporates a full continuum of care for adults 18 years+. Sanford has a psychiatrist-led team of medical, clinical, and support personnel providing medication-assisted, evidenced-based treatment to residential, outpatient, and telehealth patients. We also have outpatient therapy in-person and via telehealth. Residents live onsite while they attend group, individual, and family therapy sessions, receive medical and psychiatric check-ups and participate in wellness activities. This option provides 24/7 access to the support of our medical team. Our clinicians offer specialized care and follow a program accentuating each person’s inherent values and strengths. Specialized gender-specific sessions and outside recovery or 12-step meetings are included in the program. Rigorous excursions rekindle previous passions for nature, art, movement, etc.
(616) 499-3865 x1 View (616) 499-3865 x1
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GPS Guide to Personal Solutions
Treatment Center, LMSW, LLP, LLPC, LLMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48912
Our clients represent many different cultural, ethnic and social backgrounds. We treat addictions, mental health, and severe and persistent mental health disorders. Life transitions sometimes need some therapeutic support; divorce, breakups, new jobs, moving to a new area, whatever changes are happening. We serve families, groups, individuals, children, teens, adults and older adults. We also have services in KOREAN, RUSSIAN and SPANISH available with our therapists.
Our clients represent many different cultural, ethnic and social backgrounds. We treat addictions, mental health, and severe and persistent mental health disorders. Life transitions sometimes need some therapeutic support; divorce, breakups, new jobs, moving to a new area, whatever changes are happening. We serve families, groups, individuals, children, teens, adults and older adults. We also have services in KOREAN, RUSSIAN and SPANISH available with our therapists.
(517) 224-1001 View (517) 224-1001
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CCMC Psychological Services
Treatment Center, LMSW
Verified Verified
Saint Johns, MI 48879
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has multiple mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality mental health treatment. Our office has multiple mental health therapists who work along side our physician guided medical team to provide psychological services and medical care together. This allows us to provide treatment like no other facility in the area, offering both psychotherapy and medication management if necessary, but not required if you have a primary care that you like. We also offer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations through our doctorate level neuropsychologists who can perform testing to further understand diagnosis and brain function. We also offer substance abuse programs, and medication assisted substance abuse programs using Suboxone.
(989) 252-7229 View (989) 252-7229
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Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Marne, MI 49435
Sanford Behavioral Health is a residential and outpatient addiction, mental health, and eating disorder treatment center in Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our newest facility, Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus, is 12 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids in Marne, Michigan. Sanford West is well positioned to treat high acuity patients with an integrated, individualized approach to treatment, Our programs are backed by a psychiatrist-led multi-disciplinary team of medical and clinical professionals, and most of our programs are available in person or via telehealth. Our continuum of care includes Detox; Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization ( day programs or PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (half-day programs or IOP); Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Medical Management; Outpatient Programs; and one-on-one and family counseling. In addition, Sanford West houses the first standalone residential eating disorder treatment center in Michigan. And although it is a big, sprawling campus, program areas are strategically divided into more intimate spaces.
Sanford Behavioral Health is a residential and outpatient addiction, mental health, and eating disorder treatment center in Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our newest facility, Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus, is 12 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids in Marne, Michigan. Sanford West is well positioned to treat high acuity patients with an integrated, individualized approach to treatment, Our programs are backed by a psychiatrist-led multi-disciplinary team of medical and clinical professionals, and most of our programs are available in person or via telehealth. Our continuum of care includes Detox; Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization ( day programs or PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (half-day programs or IOP); Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Medical Management; Outpatient Programs; and one-on-one and family counseling. In addition, Sanford West houses the first standalone residential eating disorder treatment center in Michigan. And although it is a big, sprawling campus, program areas are strategically divided into more intimate spaces.
(231) 201-5337 View (231) 201-5337
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Easterseals MORC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Easterseals MORC is a fiscally autonomous affiliate of the Easterseals National Office. Every dollar given in Michigan stays in Michigan. As one of the first affiliates in the country, Easterseals MORC has been providing services since 1920. As the needs of the community have evolved over the years, so has our approach to meeting those needs. At the core of Easterseals MORC is a common passion for caring, shared by its 800 staff members and hundreds of volunteers, and by those who support its mission. This heart-felt commitment to helping people with disabilities and their families is what we are all about.
Easterseals MORC is a fiscally autonomous affiliate of the Easterseals National Office. Every dollar given in Michigan stays in Michigan. As one of the first affiliates in the country, Easterseals MORC has been providing services since 1920. As the needs of the community have evolved over the years, so has our approach to meeting those needs. At the core of Easterseals MORC is a common passion for caring, shared by its 800 staff members and hundreds of volunteers, and by those who support its mission. This heart-felt commitment to helping people with disabilities and their families is what we are all about.
(616) 557-6242 View (616) 557-6242
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Psychology Associates of Grand Rapids
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Since opening in 1980, we bring over 40 years of dedicated, seasoned experience to the heart of our practice. At Psychology Associates we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality psychological services tailored to your unique needs.
Since opening in 1980, we bring over 40 years of dedicated, seasoned experience to the heart of our practice. At Psychology Associates we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality psychological services tailored to your unique needs.
(616) 952-2881 View (616) 952-2881
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Skywood Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Augusta, MI 49012
Since 2016 we have been the leader of co-occurring addiction/mental health treatment services in Michigan. Our passionate team at Skywood is clinically prepared to facilitate medically supervised Detox, Residential Inpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive outpatient, and/or Virtual outpatient services. Our serene 300-acre campus provides patients the ultimate tranquil experience with miles of walking trails, fishing ponds, climbing walls, yoga, bicycle rides, disc golf and plenty of sober activities. Skywood utilizes a multi-modality approach featuring the following: · Individual Psychotherapy · Acceptance and Commitment · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy · Refuge Recovery · Dialectical Behavioral Therapy · Equine Therapy · Motivational Interviewing · Adventure Therapy · Art Therapy · Music Therapy · Family Therapy · Relapse Prevention · Wellbriety · S.M.A.R.T. Recovery
Since 2016 we have been the leader of co-occurring addiction/mental health treatment services in Michigan. Our passionate team at Skywood is clinically prepared to facilitate medically supervised Detox, Residential Inpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive outpatient, and/or Virtual outpatient services. Our serene 300-acre campus provides patients the ultimate tranquil experience with miles of walking trails, fishing ponds, climbing walls, yoga, bicycle rides, disc golf and plenty of sober activities. Skywood utilizes a multi-modality approach featuring the following: · Individual Psychotherapy · Acceptance and Commitment · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy · Refuge Recovery · Dialectical Behavioral Therapy · Equine Therapy · Motivational Interviewing · Adventure Therapy · Art Therapy · Music Therapy · Family Therapy · Relapse Prevention · Wellbriety · S.M.A.R.T. Recovery
(269) 388-8730 View (269) 388-8730

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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.