Anxiety Therapists in Atlanta, GA

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Taylor M Deal
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
A compassionate and experienced therapist who believes in the transformative power of creativity. With a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Truett McConnell University and multiple years of experience in residential and outpatient settings, I have a proven ability to help individuals navigate a wide range of challenges, including trauma, attachment, anxiety, ADHD, relational concerns, identity, and life transitions.
A compassionate and experienced therapist who believes in the transformative power of creativity. With a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Truett McConnell University and multiple years of experience in residential and outpatient settings, I have a proven ability to help individuals navigate a wide range of challenges, including trauma, attachment, anxiety, ADHD, relational concerns, identity, and life transitions.
(770) 800-8387 View (770) 800-8387
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Jenna Budreau
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30326
Feeling stuck or fed up with your current therapist? Let's get real – life can be tough. It’s especially hard on ambitious people, parents & perfectionists who are expected to have it all together. The more successful you are (or are expected to be), the more difficult it is to keep it all together. Add anxiety, depression, & relationship issues – forget it. And the more that you achieve, the harder it becomes to find a therapist of your caliber or solutions that work for your complex issues. But I'm not here to hand out generic advice or quick fixes. I'm here to help you uncover the root of your challenges & build lasting changes.
Feeling stuck or fed up with your current therapist? Let's get real – life can be tough. It’s especially hard on ambitious people, parents & perfectionists who are expected to have it all together. The more successful you are (or are expected to be), the more difficult it is to keep it all together. Add anxiety, depression, & relationship issues – forget it. And the more that you achieve, the harder it becomes to find a therapist of your caliber or solutions that work for your complex issues. But I'm not here to hand out generic advice or quick fixes. I'm here to help you uncover the root of your challenges & build lasting changes.
(404) 999-0872 View (404) 999-0872
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Danielle Brooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30350  (Online Only)
Hey, I'm Dani - I provide lived experience and trained expertise to help my clients gain control of their depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, stress and burn out.
Are you down bad crying at the gym? Are you tired of having to do it with a broken heart? Are you so depressed you act like it’s your birthday everyday? Are you breaking down, hitting the floor? Are you grinning like you’re winning, hitting your marks, holding your breath, trying to pass the next test? Are you exhausted having to be a really tough kid who can handle their (stuff)? Does it feel like you’re faking it ’til you make it? Does it feel like pieces of you are shattering as life keeps screaming, “More!”? Do Taylor Swift lyrics hit a little too close to home?
Hey, I'm Dani - I provide lived experience and trained expertise to help my clients gain control of their depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, stress and burn out.
Are you down bad crying at the gym? Are you tired of having to do it with a broken heart? Are you so depressed you act like it’s your birthday everyday? Are you breaking down, hitting the floor? Are you grinning like you’re winning, hitting your marks, holding your breath, trying to pass the next test? Are you exhausted having to be a really tough kid who can handle their (stuff)? Does it feel like you’re faking it ’til you make it? Does it feel like pieces of you are shattering as life keeps screaming, “More!”? Do Taylor Swift lyrics hit a little too close to home?
(678) 883-1488 View (678) 883-1488
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Anita K Grover
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
Presenting concerns include anxiety, executive functioning weaknesses, depression, adjustment, behavior management, school-refusal, and chronic medical illness.
Working with a psychologist should be a positive and beneficial experience. Not only do I believe in supporting my clients through successes and challenges, I love my work and am very dedicated to those I work with. In my practice, I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological assessments and therapy with children, adolescents, and young adults. Currently, I have a private practice in Atlanta; I am an attending psychologist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; and I perform neuropsychological/ psychoeducational evaluations at Georgia State University.
Presenting concerns include anxiety, executive functioning weaknesses, depression, adjustment, behavior management, school-refusal, and chronic medical illness.
Working with a psychologist should be a positive and beneficial experience. Not only do I believe in supporting my clients through successes and challenges, I love my work and am very dedicated to those I work with. In my practice, I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological assessments and therapy with children, adolescents, and young adults. Currently, I have a private practice in Atlanta; I am an attending psychologist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; and I perform neuropsychological/ psychoeducational evaluations at Georgia State University.
(404) 975-1928 View (404) 975-1928
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Tamara D Turner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339  (Online Only)
My clinical interests include depression, anxiety, social phobia, trauma, women's issues, motivation, stress management, assertiveness skills, and goal setting.
Personal beliefs and thoughts have power over our emotions and behavior. Sometimes we just aren't aware of our underlying beliefs influencing our mood. Awareness allows us to manage our emotional world from a better place. I will help you become aware of your beliefs, how they are affecting you, and help you realize that you have what it takes to make positive changes in your life. I know it can be difficult to talk about your feelings. So I start by providing a safe space for you. Together, we will work collaboratively toward your personal goals, leading to a happier, more productive life.
My clinical interests include depression, anxiety, social phobia, trauma, women's issues, motivation, stress management, assertiveness skills, and goal setting.
Personal beliefs and thoughts have power over our emotions and behavior. Sometimes we just aren't aware of our underlying beliefs influencing our mood. Awareness allows us to manage our emotional world from a better place. I will help you become aware of your beliefs, how they are affecting you, and help you realize that you have what it takes to make positive changes in your life. I know it can be difficult to talk about your feelings. So I start by providing a safe space for you. Together, we will work collaboratively toward your personal goals, leading to a happier, more productive life.
(678) 369-7580 View (678) 369-7580
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Janie B Mardis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30345
It is human to get lost and feel isolated at times, but from an evolutionary perspective, humans weren't built to heal in isolation. Stress, grief, and life transitions are all normal, but how we navigate them can determine whether anxiety, depression, or isolation follow. My nonjudgmental, research-informed approach supports clients in healing through diligent practice, secure connection, mutual respect, and clear-eyed self-reflection. Clients are safe to explore their full selfhood, to view challenge as a normal part of growth, to learn concrete tools for comfort and safety, and to grow secure and joyous in their authentic selves.
It is human to get lost and feel isolated at times, but from an evolutionary perspective, humans weren't built to heal in isolation. Stress, grief, and life transitions are all normal, but how we navigate them can determine whether anxiety, depression, or isolation follow. My nonjudgmental, research-informed approach supports clients in healing through diligent practice, secure connection, mutual respect, and clear-eyed self-reflection. Clients are safe to explore their full selfhood, to view challenge as a normal part of growth, to learn concrete tools for comfort and safety, and to grow secure and joyous in their authentic selves.
(770) 637-9737 View (770) 637-9737
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Jaime Stepansky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
Jaime Stepansky (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. Jaime is grounded in LGBTQIA+ affirming and neurodiversity-affirming practices and specializes in treating individuals who experience challenges related to their identity, as well as individuals who experience difficulties with emotional regulation, impulse-control, complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD.
Jaime Stepansky (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. Jaime is grounded in LGBTQIA+ affirming and neurodiversity-affirming practices and specializes in treating individuals who experience challenges related to their identity, as well as individuals who experience difficulties with emotional regulation, impulse-control, complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD.
(678) 931-9434 View (678) 931-9434
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Dr. Nai Stafford
Associate Professional Counselor, PhD, MCFC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339
My typical client experiences anxiety, depression, and cognitive distortions. They need unwavering support, and an opportunity to change maladaptive patterns of thinking. Their goals consist of emotional management, conflict resolution, improved self-confidence, and communication skills. They want to have a healthy life and better relationships with others.
My typical client experiences anxiety, depression, and cognitive distortions. They need unwavering support, and an opportunity to change maladaptive patterns of thinking. Their goals consist of emotional management, conflict resolution, improved self-confidence, and communication skills. They want to have a healthy life and better relationships with others.
(678) 833-2936 View (678) 833-2936
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Malia Nicole Reese
Counselor, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30308
I specialize in working with young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trouble making new friends, issues adjusting to new situations, and more.
Are you tired of always feeling sad, unmotivated, lack of energy, and as if no one else cares? Do you have thoughts of wanting to escape, feeling emotionally unsafe, and unable to cope? I am an associate licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who understands asking for help can be a difficult step, but I am here to say you will not go through it alone. Sometimes life events and challenges get the best of us or maybe you are struggling to find balance in your life. Relationships with friends, family, and partners can be challenging and maybe you are seeking better communication skills and understanding. Start your journey with me!
I specialize in working with young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trouble making new friends, issues adjusting to new situations, and more.
Are you tired of always feeling sad, unmotivated, lack of energy, and as if no one else cares? Do you have thoughts of wanting to escape, feeling emotionally unsafe, and unable to cope? I am an associate licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who understands asking for help can be a difficult step, but I am here to say you will not go through it alone. Sometimes life events and challenges get the best of us or maybe you are struggling to find balance in your life. Relationships with friends, family, and partners can be challenging and maybe you are seeking better communication skills and understanding. Start your journey with me!
(470) 748-4110 View (470) 748-4110
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Samaria Witherspoon
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30344
Are you struggling to find a balance within your life? Do you feel like you don’t have a purpose within life? Are you worried about your child's constant misbehavior? Are you worried that your partner doesn't understand you anymore? Did a family member or friend recently transition and you need help grieving? If so, we are here to help!.
Hello! I'm so excited that you are here. Welcome to the start of something new! My name is Samaria Witherspoon, but I’m commonly known as Sam. I am an author, professor as well as the founder of Hidden to Healing, LLC providing individual, couples and family counseling to those that are struggling with trauma, anxiety, overall life satisfaction, depression, aggression, grief, substance abuse, and behavioral and emotional issues.
Are you struggling to find a balance within your life? Do you feel like you don’t have a purpose within life? Are you worried about your child's constant misbehavior? Are you worried that your partner doesn't understand you anymore? Did a family member or friend recently transition and you need help grieving? If so, we are here to help!.
Hello! I'm so excited that you are here. Welcome to the start of something new! My name is Samaria Witherspoon, but I’m commonly known as Sam. I am an author, professor as well as the founder of Hidden to Healing, LLC providing individual, couples and family counseling to those that are struggling with trauma, anxiety, overall life satisfaction, depression, aggression, grief, substance abuse, and behavioral and emotional issues.
(404) 737-0280 View (404) 737-0280
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Vernique Ofili
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324  (Online Only)
I help individuals with relational-based trauma, issues surrounding perfectionism, self-acceptance, and challenges pertaining to life transitions (divorce/separation, moving, job changes, etc.) work through mental and emotional barriers to heal, and be at peace with themselves. My clients are often high-achieving or ambitious, but have a hard time celebrating or accepting themselves. They are often leaders or pillars in various spheres, but wrestle with self-sabotage and imposter syndrome. They may also experience anxiety and a sense of hopelessness surrounding their triggers, but ready to do the work to move towards wholeness.
I help individuals with relational-based trauma, issues surrounding perfectionism, self-acceptance, and challenges pertaining to life transitions (divorce/separation, moving, job changes, etc.) work through mental and emotional barriers to heal, and be at peace with themselves. My clients are often high-achieving or ambitious, but have a hard time celebrating or accepting themselves. They are often leaders or pillars in various spheres, but wrestle with self-sabotage and imposter syndrome. They may also experience anxiety and a sense of hopelessness surrounding their triggers, but ready to do the work to move towards wholeness.
(470) 468-5589 View (470) 468-5589
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Grace Knox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303  (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients deal with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, PTSD, and depression.
I believe that sometimes life will knock you down so you can learn how to fight. I am here to support and empower you in that process. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts, feelings, and topics of faith can be shared without fear of judgement. I believe that you are the expert of your story and have strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. I am here to partner with you along this journey.
I have experience in helping clients deal with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, PTSD, and depression.
I believe that sometimes life will knock you down so you can learn how to fight. I am here to support and empower you in that process. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts, feelings, and topics of faith can be shared without fear of judgement. I believe that you are the expert of your story and have strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. I am here to partner with you along this journey.
(470) 517-6621 View (470) 517-6621
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Judi-Lee Webb
Psychologist, PhD, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I conduct individual, couples, and family therapy with adolescents and adults and specialize in treating, mood disorders, anxiety, eating disorders, body image issues and obesity issues, relationship issues, family issues, adolescent issues, GLBTQ issues and diversity issues.
I believe in establishing a collaborative approach with my clients to help support the therapeutic process. Using cognitive-behavioral techniques, I help my clients learn to identify and challenge their unhealthy thoughts and behaviors so they can develop fuller, more meaningful lives. I work with clients in managing their emotions, improve their ability to communicate with others, and build healthy and resilient self-concept. Utilizing a direct, interactive approach, with a touch of humor, I teach my clients coping skills so they can pull from their "toolbox" of skills in between sessions and eventually throughout their lives.
I conduct individual, couples, and family therapy with adolescents and adults and specialize in treating, mood disorders, anxiety, eating disorders, body image issues and obesity issues, relationship issues, family issues, adolescent issues, GLBTQ issues and diversity issues.
I believe in establishing a collaborative approach with my clients to help support the therapeutic process. Using cognitive-behavioral techniques, I help my clients learn to identify and challenge their unhealthy thoughts and behaviors so they can develop fuller, more meaningful lives. I work with clients in managing their emotions, improve their ability to communicate with others, and build healthy and resilient self-concept. Utilizing a direct, interactive approach, with a touch of humor, I teach my clients coping skills so they can pull from their "toolbox" of skills in between sessions and eventually throughout their lives.
(770) 450-5912 View (770) 450-5912
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Celestia Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor licensed in Georgia with over 11 years of experience working as a mental health counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, ADHD, career challenges, substance use, co-occurring disorders and relationship issues.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor licensed in Georgia with over 11 years of experience working as a mental health counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, ADHD, career challenges, substance use, co-occurring disorders and relationship issues.
(470) 570-3175 View (470) 570-3175
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Amy Dickinson-Bush
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309
Have you experienced a trauma or life-changing event? Are you feeling stuck and struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you just trying to figure out who you are or find a purpose? I am passionate about helping those who are working to find balance in their lives and those in need of finding that mind-body connection to promote health and well-being. I am experienced in working with Trauma, LGBTQ+ community, relationship and family concerns, and college students struggling to balance the demands of academics and daily living.
Have you experienced a trauma or life-changing event? Are you feeling stuck and struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you just trying to figure out who you are or find a purpose? I am passionate about helping those who are working to find balance in their lives and those in need of finding that mind-body connection to promote health and well-being. I am experienced in working with Trauma, LGBTQ+ community, relationship and family concerns, and college students struggling to balance the demands of academics and daily living.
(770) 824-0384 View (770) 824-0384
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Emily Sarah Katz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30317
We’ll figure out the right tone and pace, so don’t worry about what to say or having all the answers.
We all have emotional wounds from the past. Left untreated, these experiences can harm us mentally, affect our relationships and make us unhappy. Therapy can help you explore, understand and ultimately heal by addressing the painful memories broken hearts, resentments, worries, and regrets that are often the root cause of the problem. By allowing ourselves to heal and grow, this experiences can also become sources of strengths and wisdom. I offer over a decade of experience as a clinical psychologist, helping people plant the seeds of change.
We’ll figure out the right tone and pace, so don’t worry about what to say or having all the answers.
We all have emotional wounds from the past. Left untreated, these experiences can harm us mentally, affect our relationships and make us unhappy. Therapy can help you explore, understand and ultimately heal by addressing the painful memories broken hearts, resentments, worries, and regrets that are often the root cause of the problem. By allowing ourselves to heal and grow, this experiences can also become sources of strengths and wisdom. I offer over a decade of experience as a clinical psychologist, helping people plant the seeds of change.
(404) 948-4974 View (404) 948-4974
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Enricka Maddox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30329
I specialize in providing adults with individual therapy to address self-esteem, anxiety, low moods, and manage stress/embrace healthy coping strategies to deal with life transitions, women's issues, educator's self-care, work/life balance, life fulfillment/satisfaction, boundary setting, fertility challenges, and pre/post-cosmetic surgical procedures.
I am Enricka Maddox, the founder of Morning Dew Family & Consulting Services in Georgia and a Licensed Professional Counselor (2014), and a specialized coach. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling, and for 20+ years, I have worked in various social service sectors.
I specialize in providing adults with individual therapy to address self-esteem, anxiety, low moods, and manage stress/embrace healthy coping strategies to deal with life transitions, women's issues, educator's self-care, work/life balance, life fulfillment/satisfaction, boundary setting, fertility challenges, and pre/post-cosmetic surgical procedures.
I am Enricka Maddox, the founder of Morning Dew Family & Consulting Services in Georgia and a Licensed Professional Counselor (2014), and a specialized coach. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling, and for 20+ years, I have worked in various social service sectors.
(470) 441-8617 View (470) 441-8617
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Oprah Zeon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30349  (Online Only)
I specialize in offering faith-based therapy to those facing challenges such as chronic illness, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, and trauma.
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelming challenges lately? Has your faith been tested, and do you feel that maintaining relationships has become increasingly difficult? Remember, you are not alone. I am here to offer my assistance. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have accumulated over 9 years of experience in the field of mental health. My practice provides a secure, empathetic, and supportive environment, free from judgment, where you can begin your healing journey. Together, we can identify areas of concern, address unresolved issues, and equip you with effective coping skills and a fresh perspective.
I specialize in offering faith-based therapy to those facing challenges such as chronic illness, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, and trauma.
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelming challenges lately? Has your faith been tested, and do you feel that maintaining relationships has become increasingly difficult? Remember, you are not alone. I am here to offer my assistance. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have accumulated over 9 years of experience in the field of mental health. My practice provides a secure, empathetic, and supportive environment, free from judgment, where you can begin your healing journey. Together, we can identify areas of concern, address unresolved issues, and equip you with effective coping skills and a fresh perspective.
(404) 905-3076 View (404) 905-3076
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Tamara Hines
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30308  (Online Only)
Hello! Thank you for viewing my bio. My name is Tamara Hines and I am a Georgia-based licensed professional counselor. I have worked with teens, young adults, parents, and families for almost a decade in counseling services. I have experience helping individuals with a broad range of concerns including coping with life transitions, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, self-esteem, family conflict, anger management, stress, forgiveness, relationship issues, childhood trauma, and career challenges. I am so grateful that I can do this work and am passionate about actively enhancing your quality of life.
Hello! Thank you for viewing my bio. My name is Tamara Hines and I am a Georgia-based licensed professional counselor. I have worked with teens, young adults, parents, and families for almost a decade in counseling services. I have experience helping individuals with a broad range of concerns including coping with life transitions, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, self-esteem, family conflict, anger management, stress, forgiveness, relationship issues, childhood trauma, and career challenges. I am so grateful that I can do this work and am passionate about actively enhancing your quality of life.
(470) 524-3381 View (470) 524-3381
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Simone Sobel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30329
I specialize in working with adults who have trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and relationship issues. Often when we experience difficult life events, we hold our upsetting memories vividly in our thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and even in our bodies. We revisit the painful past again and again, stuck in negativity and unable to simply talk our way out of the distress. I help my clients to access and process, at a deeper level, these experiences, using effective, evidence-based modalities that work. We clear out the painful past to make room for the joyful, fulfilled, self-actualized life they yearn for and deserve.
I specialize in working with adults who have trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and relationship issues. Often when we experience difficult life events, we hold our upsetting memories vividly in our thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and even in our bodies. We revisit the painful past again and again, stuck in negativity and unable to simply talk our way out of the distress. I help my clients to access and process, at a deeper level, these experiences, using effective, evidence-based modalities that work. We clear out the painful past to make room for the joyful, fulfilled, self-actualized life they yearn for and deserve.
(678) 929-1245 View (678) 929-1245
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.