Photo of Lisa Fifer, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 32308, FL
Lisa Fifer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I am honored to listen to people's stories and help guide them to a deeper understanding of who they are, what they need and how to get there. Every person has the ability to develop into their future best self. I get the privilege of helping them find a new, positive perspective filled with possibilities.
I am honored to listen to people's stories and help guide them to a deeper understanding of who they are, what they need and how to get there. Every person has the ability to develop into their future best self. I get the privilege of helping them find a new, positive perspective filled with possibilities.
(850) 880-4943 View (850) 880-4943
Photo of Sarah Farmer, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 32308, FL
Sarah Farmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I believe in a strength based approach which means every client has a natural strength that can be used to improve upon any situation. My goal is to help clients identify and utilize the skills they already possess. Therapy approaches I often use to achieve this goal are EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, etc. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking to process through trauma. We have all experienced it at least once in our lives, and I love working with clients seeking to process and overcome these experiences. I practice a judgement free environment and enjoy learning as much from my clients as they learn from me.
I believe in a strength based approach which means every client has a natural strength that can be used to improve upon any situation. My goal is to help clients identify and utilize the skills they already possess. Therapy approaches I often use to achieve this goal are EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, etc. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking to process through trauma. We have all experienced it at least once in our lives, and I love working with clients seeking to process and overcome these experiences. I practice a judgement free environment and enjoy learning as much from my clients as they learn from me.
(850) 446-7853 View (850) 446-7853
Photo of Kathryn Scrivener, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 32308, FL
Kathryn Scrivener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Life can take us to places we don't want to go, and give us an education for which we did not want to pay. I understand this and can help you navigate life's uncertainties. I have assisted clients learn to love themselves, find the resources they need, and heal from the situations life brings to us. I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental safe place to explore, process, and heal. You might not feel like it, but you are stronger than you know. I will be your biggest cheerleader, your advocate, your support in times of stress. I will also challenge the old ways of thinking and doing things.
Life can take us to places we don't want to go, and give us an education for which we did not want to pay. I understand this and can help you navigate life's uncertainties. I have assisted clients learn to love themselves, find the resources they need, and heal from the situations life brings to us. I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental safe place to explore, process, and heal. You might not feel like it, but you are stronger than you know. I will be your biggest cheerleader, your advocate, your support in times of stress. I will also challenge the old ways of thinking and doing things.
(850) 318-8460 View (850) 318-8460
Photo of Mosaic Creative Counseling, Counselor in 32308, FL
Mosaic Creative Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
There are times in life when it feels like things are simply falling apart. Trauma and life stressors can leave us feeling alone and shattered, but trying to pick up the pieces can be overwhelming. Do you have experiences that you've tried to talk through but nothing helps or maybe the past is too difficult to speak out loud. Have you lost touch with parts of yourself that are creative, joyful and confident? Whether you just experienced a traumatic event or are recovering from years of stress, there is hope and the possibility for change! Mosaic Creative Counseling helps create something beautiful out of these broken pieces.
There are times in life when it feels like things are simply falling apart. Trauma and life stressors can leave us feeling alone and shattered, but trying to pick up the pieces can be overwhelming. Do you have experiences that you've tried to talk through but nothing helps or maybe the past is too difficult to speak out loud. Have you lost touch with parts of yourself that are creative, joyful and confident? Whether you just experienced a traumatic event or are recovering from years of stress, there is hope and the possibility for change! Mosaic Creative Counseling helps create something beautiful out of these broken pieces.
(850) 403-6208 View (850) 403-6208
Photo of Victoria Espinosa, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 32308, FL
Victoria Espinosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I am experienced in working with children and young adults from dissimilar and diverse backgrounds. My experience includes treating clients with developmental disabilities, complex trauma histories, and with social/emotional challenges. I have experience in treating clients diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism.
I am experienced in working with children and young adults from dissimilar and diverse backgrounds. My experience includes treating clients with developmental disabilities, complex trauma histories, and with social/emotional challenges. I have experience in treating clients diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism.
(850) 600-3032 View (850) 600-3032
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.