Anxiety Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

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Judy Lauwasser-Bruett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
To aide in these, I have extensive training with Dick Schwartz/Internal Family Systems (parts work) and with Terry Real /Relational Life Therapy (couples) I also work with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety and depression.
I have 30 years experience working with individuals and couples. I specialize in couples work especially those struggling with the betrayal and hurt after any affair. I can help you build a new and stronger marriage than you ever had . I also work with couples communication i issues. I believe two good people get stuck in bad patterns and I can help you identify those patterns and help you learn new patterns and skills to create a more connected and intimate relationship.
To aide in these, I have extensive training with Dick Schwartz/Internal Family Systems (parts work) and with Terry Real /Relational Life Therapy (couples) I also work with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety and depression.
I have 30 years experience working with individuals and couples. I specialize in couples work especially those struggling with the betrayal and hurt after any affair. I can help you build a new and stronger marriage than you ever had . I also work with couples communication i issues. I believe two good people get stuck in bad patterns and I can help you identify those patterns and help you learn new patterns and skills to create a more connected and intimate relationship.
(262) 588-4298 View (262) 588-4298
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Jill Bergen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53219  (Online Only)
Hello, and welcome! Are you struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, depression, burnout, or relational issues? As an experienced therapist, I thoroughly enjoy helping clients deal with a multitude of life's challenges. I acknowledge that every individual has their own story and unique circumstances. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor and have formal training in Brainspotting.
Hello, and welcome! Are you struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, depression, burnout, or relational issues? As an experienced therapist, I thoroughly enjoy helping clients deal with a multitude of life's challenges. I acknowledge that every individual has their own story and unique circumstances. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor and have formal training in Brainspotting.
(414) 409-9543 View (414) 409-9543
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Cayla Lund
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 5 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 5 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
(262) 668-8338 View (262) 668-8338
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Jennifer Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Jen Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) who has been practicing since 2012. She graduated from Mount Mary College with a Masters in Counseling and a Post-Masters Certificate in Clinical Mental Health. Jen works with children, adolescents, adults and families. She addresses various diagnoses and mental health concerns, such as: mood disorders, anxiety and depression, parenting issues, ADHD, stress management, addictions, relationships, as well as trauma.
Jen Patterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) who has been practicing since 2012. She graduated from Mount Mary College with a Masters in Counseling and a Post-Masters Certificate in Clinical Mental Health. Jen works with children, adolescents, adults and families. She addresses various diagnoses and mental health concerns, such as: mood disorders, anxiety and depression, parenting issues, ADHD, stress management, addictions, relationships, as well as trauma.
(414) 348-4715 View (414) 348-4715
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Elizabeth Dulak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Betsy Dulak is a state licensed professional counselor, nationally registered art therapist, and has been working with clients since 2005. She earned her undergraduate degree at Florida State University, where she swam for their swim team, and her master's degree at Mount Mary University. Betsy specializes in treating adults with mood and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and issues of trauma, grief, and loss. She helps clients increase their insight to develop changes in negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Betsy Dulak is a state licensed professional counselor, nationally registered art therapist, and has been working with clients since 2005. She earned her undergraduate degree at Florida State University, where she swam for their swim team, and her master's degree at Mount Mary University. Betsy specializes in treating adults with mood and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and issues of trauma, grief, and loss. She helps clients increase their insight to develop changes in negative thought patterns and behaviors.
(262) 381-2167 View (262) 381-2167
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Christopher Sloan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
He has worked with people needing help for substance use disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Chris Sloan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2019. Chris has a diversity of experience and knowledge. Before earning his degree in social work, he earned his Master's in English and Literature. Chris still loves art and the humanities. His passion for understanding the communication and expression of ideas lends itself readily to the work he does now. As much as Chris love ideas, he went back to school to get his Master's in social work because he wanted to be able to help people in more practical and direct ways.
He has worked with people needing help for substance use disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Chris Sloan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2019. Chris has a diversity of experience and knowledge. Before earning his degree in social work, he earned his Master's in English and Literature. Chris still loves art and the humanities. His passion for understanding the communication and expression of ideas lends itself readily to the work he does now. As much as Chris love ideas, he went back to school to get his Master's in social work because he wanted to be able to help people in more practical and direct ways.
(414) 296-7722 View (414) 296-7722
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Frank P Urtz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
As a faculty member at Marquette University's Dental School, I have developed expertise in the use of health psychology approaches for stress, anxiety and chronic health conditions.
I find that clients who benefit from my services are typically experiencing excessive stress or a personal crisis in their lives. They may struggle with feelings of anxiety, grief, guilt or depression on a periodic or chronic basis; they may face work problems or ongoing health problems that increase their psychological distress; they may also feel confused or disheartened by relationship problems with partners, family members or friends. I am able to assist these clients by helping them understand the underlying source of their problems and by developing realistic alternatives that can help resolve these issues.
As a faculty member at Marquette University's Dental School, I have developed expertise in the use of health psychology approaches for stress, anxiety and chronic health conditions.
I find that clients who benefit from my services are typically experiencing excessive stress or a personal crisis in their lives. They may struggle with feelings of anxiety, grief, guilt or depression on a periodic or chronic basis; they may face work problems or ongoing health problems that increase their psychological distress; they may also feel confused or disheartened by relationship problems with partners, family members or friends. I am able to assist these clients by helping them understand the underlying source of their problems and by developing realistic alternatives that can help resolve these issues.
(414) 905-3075 View (414) 905-3075
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Elizabeth Woger
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
She sees clients living with ADHD, autism, high sensitivity, anxiety, sensory and emotion regulation challenges, and attachment challenges.
Lizzie Woger is a child, adolescent, and parent/guardian therapist, oriented towards normalizing what it is like to be human - to have joy, to feel weary, and everything in between. She graduated from UW-Madison in 2014 with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and a certificate in Global Health, followed by a Master's degree in Community Psychology at Alverno College with a certificate in Trauma-Informed Counseling in 2018. The foundation of her practice is the art of relationship - with oneself, with fellow beings, and with the world around us.
She sees clients living with ADHD, autism, high sensitivity, anxiety, sensory and emotion regulation challenges, and attachment challenges.
Lizzie Woger is a child, adolescent, and parent/guardian therapist, oriented towards normalizing what it is like to be human - to have joy, to feel weary, and everything in between. She graduated from UW-Madison in 2014 with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and a certificate in Global Health, followed by a Master's degree in Community Psychology at Alverno College with a certificate in Trauma-Informed Counseling in 2018. The foundation of her practice is the art of relationship - with oneself, with fellow beings, and with the world around us.
(262) 228-9623 View (262) 228-9623
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Stacey Sievert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works collaboratively with clients, empowering individuals and families to gain a higher quality of life by finding their own path and re-establishing their sense of purpose. I bring 12 years of therapeutic experience to clients expressing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, anger management issues and loss of identity concerns. Through my practice, I help individuals, couples and reduce conflict, improve communication, identify and express their feelings and improve their quality of life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works collaboratively with clients, empowering individuals and families to gain a higher quality of life by finding their own path and re-establishing their sense of purpose. I bring 12 years of therapeutic experience to clients expressing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, anger management issues and loss of identity concerns. Through my practice, I help individuals, couples and reduce conflict, improve communication, identify and express their feelings and improve their quality of life.
(414) 441-5514 View (414) 441-5514
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Claire Whetter
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Currently accepting new clients with no wait! Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you ready to stop engaging in the same unhelpful coping mechanisms? I aim to support my clients in making realistic and sustainable changes in their lives. I am especially drawn to people experiencing mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma and prenatal and/or postpartum depression and anxiety. Above all, I aim to meet my clients where they are, so together we can work towards their goals and make a lasting change.
Currently accepting new clients with no wait! Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you ready to stop engaging in the same unhelpful coping mechanisms? I aim to support my clients in making realistic and sustainable changes in their lives. I am especially drawn to people experiencing mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma and prenatal and/or postpartum depression and anxiety. Above all, I aim to meet my clients where they are, so together we can work towards their goals and make a lasting change.
(414) 240-1163 View (414) 240-1163
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Erin Olson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53211
My clients are adults and adolescents who tend to identify themselves as highly sensitive, perfectionistic, and self-critical. They often feel intense emotions and have active minds that always seem to be "on". Using strengths-based, solution-focused, and mindfulness approaches, I help individuals learn to step back and notice their thoughts and feelings rather than be controlled by them. In addition to alleviating the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma, these skills allow people to connect with their values and pursue what's important to them.
My clients are adults and adolescents who tend to identify themselves as highly sensitive, perfectionistic, and self-critical. They often feel intense emotions and have active minds that always seem to be "on". Using strengths-based, solution-focused, and mindfulness approaches, I help individuals learn to step back and notice their thoughts and feelings rather than be controlled by them. In addition to alleviating the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma, these skills allow people to connect with their values and pursue what's important to them.
(414) 436-2532 View (414) 436-2532
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Jami DeVolder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I work with adults 25+ in WI and IL. My clients are those who want to do deeper therapeutic work, explore personal growth, and traverse challenging relationship dynamics (familial, romantic, or otherwise). I treat clients experiencing mood disorders, identity issues, personality disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and those dealing with sexual, relationship, and intimacy problems. Often, a crisis or a crossroads brings folks to therapy and the treatment process allows them to make life-long improvements to the quality of their lives.
I work with adults 25+ in WI and IL. My clients are those who want to do deeper therapeutic work, explore personal growth, and traverse challenging relationship dynamics (familial, romantic, or otherwise). I treat clients experiencing mood disorders, identity issues, personality disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and those dealing with sexual, relationship, and intimacy problems. Often, a crisis or a crossroads brings folks to therapy and the treatment process allows them to make life-long improvements to the quality of their lives.
(773) 801-5128 View (773) 801-5128
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Andrew W Kane
Psychologist, PhD, ABAP, ABMPP
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53211
I focus on my favorite professional activity: psychotherapy. I can usually see someone who e-mails or calls within a week. I have worked with thousands of patients since 1972. I especially like working with people who have problems causing anxiety and/or depression. In addition, I have been an expert in over 3,000 civil legal cases, and have co-authored 14 books. The office is informal, and is very confidential, in a residential neighborhood. I can usually take insurance, Medicare, and credit/debit cards. Discount for payment during the session. All sessions are at my office. Email contact to schedule an appointment is preferred.
I focus on my favorite professional activity: psychotherapy. I can usually see someone who e-mails or calls within a week. I have worked with thousands of patients since 1972. I especially like working with people who have problems causing anxiety and/or depression. In addition, I have been an expert in over 3,000 civil legal cases, and have co-authored 14 books. The office is informal, and is very confidential, in a residential neighborhood. I can usually take insurance, Medicare, and credit/debit cards. Discount for payment during the session. All sessions are at my office. Email contact to schedule an appointment is preferred.
(414) 600-1616 View (414) 600-1616
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Cayla Lund
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 4 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 4 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
(262) 333-0487 View (262) 333-0487
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Ryan Larkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Many of us struggle daily with issues like anxiety, stress, depression, anger or just feeling misunderstood. We may feel stuck and ashamed at our inability to just will ourselves into being "better". This internal suffering is so common, but the good news is we all possess an internal capacity for change. It hurts to feel "stuck", but making changes can also be hard to do on our own. I have years of experience working with folks with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, stress and other personal challenges. I am specially trained and committed to supporting clients in the LGBTQ community and immigrant populations.
Many of us struggle daily with issues like anxiety, stress, depression, anger or just feeling misunderstood. We may feel stuck and ashamed at our inability to just will ourselves into being "better". This internal suffering is so common, but the good news is we all possess an internal capacity for change. It hurts to feel "stuck", but making changes can also be hard to do on our own. I have years of experience working with folks with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, stress and other personal challenges. I am specially trained and committed to supporting clients in the LGBTQ community and immigrant populations.
(262) 233-9635 View (262) 233-9635
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Caitlin Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Do you find yourself anxious and worried no matter what you do? Challenges connecting in relationships? Getting stuck in negative thoughts about yourself? Feeling like your grief and pain might consume you? You may be at your limit with how anxiety, relationships, self esteem or grief are negatively impacting your life and maybe you feel powerless to change it. You might not remember a time when things felt better. One thing is for sure: you are ready for some relief. You are ready to not feel anxious all the time, to have connected relationships, feel positive about yourself and honor your grief in healthy ways.
Do you find yourself anxious and worried no matter what you do? Challenges connecting in relationships? Getting stuck in negative thoughts about yourself? Feeling like your grief and pain might consume you? You may be at your limit with how anxiety, relationships, self esteem or grief are negatively impacting your life and maybe you feel powerless to change it. You might not remember a time when things felt better. One thing is for sure: you are ready for some relief. You are ready to not feel anxious all the time, to have connected relationships, feel positive about yourself and honor your grief in healthy ways.
(414) 422-8593 View (414) 422-8593
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Steven Petrie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Steven has more than thirty-five years of clinical experience treating children, adolescents, families and adults with a specialization in children, adolescents and families. Areas of expertise include attention deficit disorder, depression, grief, anxiety, and school-related problems. He enjoys working with families and believes that parents need to be an integral part of the treatment process. Mr. Petrie works collaboratively with his patients to develop treatment goals that capitalize on their strengths and to develop solutions for the problems they bring to therapy.
Steven has more than thirty-five years of clinical experience treating children, adolescents, families and adults with a specialization in children, adolescents and families. Areas of expertise include attention deficit disorder, depression, grief, anxiety, and school-related problems. He enjoys working with families and believes that parents need to be an integral part of the treatment process. Mr. Petrie works collaboratively with his patients to develop treatment goals that capitalize on their strengths and to develop solutions for the problems they bring to therapy.
(414) 348-4651 View (414) 348-4651
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Nicole Scher-Hubing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Nickie is a licensed clinical social worker who has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, and a master's degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Prior to practicing as an outpatient psychotherapist, she has previous experience working at Rogers Memorial Hospital and various university settings in order to assist adolescents, adults and families in dealing with a wide range of mental health issues. Nickie specializes in life and career transitions, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, communication, as well as infertility, pregnancy and postpartum mental health concerns.
Nickie is a licensed clinical social worker who has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, and a master's degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Prior to practicing as an outpatient psychotherapist, she has previous experience working at Rogers Memorial Hospital and various university settings in order to assist adolescents, adults and families in dealing with a wide range of mental health issues. Nickie specializes in life and career transitions, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, communication, as well as infertility, pregnancy and postpartum mental health concerns.
(414) 348-1173 View (414) 348-1173
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Alev Ildiz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53217  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical interests include identity development, family and relationship concerns, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and substance use.
Sometimes the way you relate to yourself and others no longer aligns with who you truly are, your values or how you envisioned your life. You may feel disconnected from yourself and others. You may feel anxious or misunderstood, and start to question your worth or love. To cope, you wear a mask to hide parts of yourself, which creates feelings of tension within yourself and with others. What if you lived your life according to your values while accepting and expressing your genuine self? I create a judgement free, safe therapeutic space where you can explore, understand and find your authentic self.
My clinical interests include identity development, family and relationship concerns, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and substance use.
Sometimes the way you relate to yourself and others no longer aligns with who you truly are, your values or how you envisioned your life. You may feel disconnected from yourself and others. You may feel anxious or misunderstood, and start to question your worth or love. To cope, you wear a mask to hide parts of yourself, which creates feelings of tension within yourself and with others. What if you lived your life according to your values while accepting and expressing your genuine self? I create a judgement free, safe therapeutic space where you can explore, understand and find your authentic self.
(262) 537-5458 View (262) 537-5458
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Mehwish Aqueel
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53221
I have indepth experience and training in DBT Dialectical Behavior Therapy for treatment of Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorder, ADHD, PTSD, Trauma, Grief, Self-esteem, Stress, Anger-Management, Marriage Counseling, Parenting, Interpersonal Skills Development & Addiction.
“A JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND MILES BEGINS WITH A SINGLE STEP” (Tao Te Ching) I am a National Board Certified Counselor specialized in Evidence Based Treatment. My treatment philosophy is to help Adolescents, Adults and families manage stressful life situations, relational stressors, embrace change, acceptance and meet challenging goals.
I have indepth experience and training in DBT Dialectical Behavior Therapy for treatment of Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorder, ADHD, PTSD, Trauma, Grief, Self-esteem, Stress, Anger-Management, Marriage Counseling, Parenting, Interpersonal Skills Development & Addiction.
“A JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND MILES BEGINS WITH A SINGLE STEP” (Tao Te Ching) I am a National Board Certified Counselor specialized in Evidence Based Treatment. My treatment philosophy is to help Adolescents, Adults and families manage stressful life situations, relational stressors, embrace change, acceptance and meet challenging goals.
(414) 246-5601 View (414) 246-5601
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.