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Josh Jude
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60604
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, navigating life changes, or facing career challenges, I'm here to support you.
In today's fast-paced, task-oriented world, it's crucial to reconnect with our true human nature. I am deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey towards authenticity and genuine connection. We all face obstacles that hinder our progress and leave us feeling stuck. As a counselor, my goal is to foster a supportive environment where clients can overcome these challenges and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, unlock their potential, and cultivate meaningful relationships.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, navigating life changes, or facing career challenges, I'm here to support you.
In today's fast-paced, task-oriented world, it's crucial to reconnect with our true human nature. I am deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey towards authenticity and genuine connection. We all face obstacles that hinder our progress and leave us feeling stuck. As a counselor, my goal is to foster a supportive environment where clients can overcome these challenges and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, unlock their potential, and cultivate meaningful relationships.
(630) 521-3154 View (630) 521-3154
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Dr. Travis Musich
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60604
In addition to treating anxiety, depression, body image, grief, relationship difficulties, I also specialize in working with trauma, dissociation, psychosis, and other difficult experiences.
In therapy, my approach is nondirective, genuine, warm, and empathic. I am nonjudgmental, accepting, and understanding. I follow my clients as they focus on whatever feels most important to them. My goal is to build a safe therapeutic relationship for clients to explore the depths of their most significant and often challenging life experiences. I listen and respond with empathic understanding of these experiences while my clients find meaning that is congruent with their whole self. Clients often feel deeply understood during this process, which is a profoundly healing experience.
In addition to treating anxiety, depression, body image, grief, relationship difficulties, I also specialize in working with trauma, dissociation, psychosis, and other difficult experiences.
In therapy, my approach is nondirective, genuine, warm, and empathic. I am nonjudgmental, accepting, and understanding. I follow my clients as they focus on whatever feels most important to them. My goal is to build a safe therapeutic relationship for clients to explore the depths of their most significant and often challenging life experiences. I listen and respond with empathic understanding of these experiences while my clients find meaning that is congruent with their whole self. Clients often feel deeply understood during this process, which is a profoundly healing experience.
(312) 548-1368 View (312) 548-1368
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Connor McInerney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
Do you struggle with your inner critic? Have you felt lonely or rejected? Maybe you've tried to avoid anxiety, depression, or traumatic memories, seeking a way out of a rollercoaster of emotions. Have you experienced difficulty with life transitions; career/school stress; relationship issues including polyamory and CNM; bigotry; grief; addiction; sex/drug linked behavior; sexual assault/abuse; self-harm, or suicidal thoughts? Are you somewhere on the LGBTQ+ spectrum and feel like no one in your life understands you? If you answered yes to any of these issues, when was the last time you had a space to talk that was just for you?
Do you struggle with your inner critic? Have you felt lonely or rejected? Maybe you've tried to avoid anxiety, depression, or traumatic memories, seeking a way out of a rollercoaster of emotions. Have you experienced difficulty with life transitions; career/school stress; relationship issues including polyamory and CNM; bigotry; grief; addiction; sex/drug linked behavior; sexual assault/abuse; self-harm, or suicidal thoughts? Are you somewhere on the LGBTQ+ spectrum and feel like no one in your life understands you? If you answered yes to any of these issues, when was the last time you had a space to talk that was just for you?
(281) 688-4954 View (281) 688-4954
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Dr. Jakub Owca
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
I am an experienced therapist with a focus on addressing LGBTQ+ mental health, complex trauma, anxiety, and depression, among other issues.
Do you often feel exhausted and unmotivated? Do you experience a sense of emptiness or a yearning for something different, without knowing exactly what you're missing? Do you grapple with feelings of loneliness, anger, anxiety, or depression? If you wake up each day with a sense of dread, you're not alone. Many people come to me with similar issues. To address these complex challenges, I use a tailored approach that combines insight, curiosity, and dedication in my treatment plans. To book an appointment, you can visit my website and click on the 'Portal Tab' to self-schedule; make sure to select my name.
I am an experienced therapist with a focus on addressing LGBTQ+ mental health, complex trauma, anxiety, and depression, among other issues.
Do you often feel exhausted and unmotivated? Do you experience a sense of emptiness or a yearning for something different, without knowing exactly what you're missing? Do you grapple with feelings of loneliness, anger, anxiety, or depression? If you wake up each day with a sense of dread, you're not alone. Many people come to me with similar issues. To address these complex challenges, I use a tailored approach that combines insight, curiosity, and dedication in my treatment plans. To book an appointment, you can visit my website and click on the 'Portal Tab' to self-schedule; make sure to select my name.
(312) 771-3475 View (312) 771-3475
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Lenora Perkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, ALMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
Have you ever felt that your concerns involve more than just you as an individual? Have you ever felt like your anxious or depressive symptoms, your relationship disputes, etc are bigger than what others give it credit for? Please, reach out to me so we can begin this healing journey.
Being trained in integrative systemic therapy, I believe that each client is a conglomeration of their human experiences and the various systems and and organizations that impact them. With this belief, I provide therapy to individuals, families and couples. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience where we work as a team to guide you through your current situation. As a Marriage and Family therapist, I am dedicated to the mission of anti-racism, gender affirmation, and curiosity. Bringing my own authenticity into the space will hopefully provide comfort and safety so real work can be done.
Have you ever felt that your concerns involve more than just you as an individual? Have you ever felt like your anxious or depressive symptoms, your relationship disputes, etc are bigger than what others give it credit for? Please, reach out to me so we can begin this healing journey.
Being trained in integrative systemic therapy, I believe that each client is a conglomeration of their human experiences and the various systems and and organizations that impact them. With this belief, I provide therapy to individuals, families and couples. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience where we work as a team to guide you through your current situation. As a Marriage and Family therapist, I am dedicated to the mission of anti-racism, gender affirmation, and curiosity. Bringing my own authenticity into the space will hopefully provide comfort and safety so real work can be done.
(708) 787-3566 View (708) 787-3566
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Jordan White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60604
Are you scouring the internet, consumed by worry and racing thoughts, heart pounding in your chest? Perhaps you're grappling with distraction, irritability, and marital discord. The struggle to focus or find peace leaves you restless and disconnected. You've exhausted every avenue and now seek a fresh approach, craving proactive guidance and practical solutions. You yearn for a therapist who offers more than just conversation—someone who understands, assigns homework, and collaborates with you to tackle challenges head-on.
Are you scouring the internet, consumed by worry and racing thoughts, heart pounding in your chest? Perhaps you're grappling with distraction, irritability, and marital discord. The struggle to focus or find peace leaves you restless and disconnected. You've exhausted every avenue and now seek a fresh approach, craving proactive guidance and practical solutions. You yearn for a therapist who offers more than just conversation—someone who understands, assigns homework, and collaborates with you to tackle challenges head-on.
(708) 480-9837 View (708) 480-9837
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Kyle Kovski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604  (Online Only)
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? Have you been struggling with a much-needed life transition? Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief due to the loss of a beloved member of your life? Do you work in the medical field experiencing burnout from the last few years of being pulled in every direction? It is time for you to focus on your healing, where Emerald Reflections Counseling can help you. Together, we will work on developing the tools you need to start focusing on the cause of your personal difficulties while building meaningful social connections.
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? Have you been struggling with a much-needed life transition? Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief due to the loss of a beloved member of your life? Do you work in the medical field experiencing burnout from the last few years of being pulled in every direction? It is time for you to focus on your healing, where Emerald Reflections Counseling can help you. Together, we will work on developing the tools you need to start focusing on the cause of your personal difficulties while building meaningful social connections.
(773) 345-9485 View (773) 345-9485
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Laura Perez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
I am passionate about working with college age adults, adults, and families who have experienced trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, and family difficulties.
I'm a warm, compassionate, feminist, LGBT+ and non-judgmental therapist who views treatment as a collaborative approach in which we will work together to transform your relationship with difficult thoughts and feelings. My goal is to support you in the connection with yourself, others, and the world, and also to empower you through compassion. I am bilingual and offer culturally competent services in Spanish and English.
I am passionate about working with college age adults, adults, and families who have experienced trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, and family difficulties.
I'm a warm, compassionate, feminist, LGBT+ and non-judgmental therapist who views treatment as a collaborative approach in which we will work together to transform your relationship with difficult thoughts and feelings. My goal is to support you in the connection with yourself, others, and the world, and also to empower you through compassion. I am bilingual and offer culturally competent services in Spanish and English.
(312) 360-1983 View (312) 360-1983
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Diana Goldman de Zocchi
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60604
Diana specializes in the treatment of adults with depression, anxiety, phobias, bereavement and grief, acculturation issues, post traumatic stress and interpersonal relationship discord.
Diana Goldman de Zocchi has over 30 years of clinical experience in both individual and couple therapy/counseling in three different countries: Argentina, Spain and the United States. She received her Bachelor and Master Degrees in Psychology from the University of Buenos Aires. Diana completed 4 additional years of psychodynamic training at the Argentinean Psychoanalytical Association (Member of the IPA ). Diana also has more than 10 years of experience in Teaching and Supervision of postgraduate trainees. She currently supervises fellow colleagues in private practice and is faculty in China America Psychoanalytical Alliance.
Diana specializes in the treatment of adults with depression, anxiety, phobias, bereavement and grief, acculturation issues, post traumatic stress and interpersonal relationship discord.
Diana Goldman de Zocchi has over 30 years of clinical experience in both individual and couple therapy/counseling in three different countries: Argentina, Spain and the United States. She received her Bachelor and Master Degrees in Psychology from the University of Buenos Aires. Diana completed 4 additional years of psychodynamic training at the Argentinean Psychoanalytical Association (Member of the IPA ). Diana also has more than 10 years of experience in Teaching and Supervision of postgraduate trainees. She currently supervises fellow colleagues in private practice and is faculty in China America Psychoanalytical Alliance.
(773) 839-0252 View (773) 839-0252
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Santiago Delboy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
21 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
If you’re not living the life you’d like to live, if you feel stuck, anxious, or unhappy with yourself or your relationships, I can help. Sometimes the world and people around us feel like too much. Sometimes it is us who, deep inside, feel like we’re not enough. We might feel limited by people’s expectations, unable to know what we truly need and want. Maybe something happened along the way, even a long time ago, that still haunts you, making life and relationships harder. People come to therapy for different reasons and everyone’s journey is unique. We are all doing our best, looking for change, growth, and to live our best life.
If you’re not living the life you’d like to live, if you feel stuck, anxious, or unhappy with yourself or your relationships, I can help. Sometimes the world and people around us feel like too much. Sometimes it is us who, deep inside, feel like we’re not enough. We might feel limited by people’s expectations, unable to know what we truly need and want. Maybe something happened along the way, even a long time ago, that still haunts you, making life and relationships harder. People come to therapy for different reasons and everyone’s journey is unique. We are all doing our best, looking for change, growth, and to live our best life.
(312) 313-6495 View (312) 313-6495
Photo of Sarah Elizabeth Anderson, Pre-Licensed Professional in 60604, IL
Sarah Elizabeth Anderson
Pre-Licensed Professional, BFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
I am inspired to work on Creativity Block, Self-Worth, Intergenerational Trauma, PMDD, Self-Esteem, Anxiety, and Depression.
What's your definition of birthright? As we grow, family, culture, and society can assign meaning that does not serve our best interest but theirs. Devastatingly, we're often taught to point the finger back at ourselves when things go wrong. But I believe we heal and thrive when we nurture healthy intrinsic (fundamental to who we are) connection to ourselves and others. This work creates a safety net allowing us to build self-esteem and adapt without losing our personal power. Pursuing the arts with a former career as a performer, choreographer, and artistic director, I strongly relate to "fitting-in while trying to stand-out".
I am inspired to work on Creativity Block, Self-Worth, Intergenerational Trauma, PMDD, Self-Esteem, Anxiety, and Depression.
What's your definition of birthright? As we grow, family, culture, and society can assign meaning that does not serve our best interest but theirs. Devastatingly, we're often taught to point the finger back at ourselves when things go wrong. But I believe we heal and thrive when we nurture healthy intrinsic (fundamental to who we are) connection to ourselves and others. This work creates a safety net allowing us to build self-esteem and adapt without losing our personal power. Pursuing the arts with a former career as a performer, choreographer, and artistic director, I strongly relate to "fitting-in while trying to stand-out".
(773) 873-2494 View (773) 873-2494
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Dr. Andrea (Andi) Stone
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60604
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I recently joined the team at SpringSource Psychological Center and therefore have immediate availability for new clients. I specialize in the treatment of mood, anxiety, personality and trauma-related disorders in adults, young adults, and families and have worked for many years in higher levels of care settings. I most recently served as a Clinical Director for Pathlight’s Mood and Anxiety Center in Chicago. I value the power of the therapeutic relationship to move clients towards sustained recovery.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I recently joined the team at SpringSource Psychological Center and therefore have immediate availability for new clients. I specialize in the treatment of mood, anxiety, personality and trauma-related disorders in adults, young adults, and families and have worked for many years in higher levels of care settings. I most recently served as a Clinical Director for Pathlight’s Mood and Anxiety Center in Chicago. I value the power of the therapeutic relationship to move clients towards sustained recovery.
(630) 581-2795 View (630) 581-2795
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Emily Bhandari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
Waitlist for new clients
If you're struggling with painful thoughts and feelings or a challenging life event, it's important that you feel understood and supported. It is crucial to find a safe place to work on these issues where you will not be judged. I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 13 years of experience assisting people suffering from anxiety, depression, history of trauma, postpartum adjustment, chronic stress, dysfunctional environments, grief and loss. It can be important to explore historical life events, and my approach also consists of skill-building and learning coping skills for the present.
If you're struggling with painful thoughts and feelings or a challenging life event, it's important that you feel understood and supported. It is crucial to find a safe place to work on these issues where you will not be judged. I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 13 years of experience assisting people suffering from anxiety, depression, history of trauma, postpartum adjustment, chronic stress, dysfunctional environments, grief and loss. It can be important to explore historical life events, and my approach also consists of skill-building and learning coping skills for the present.
(708) 541-1899 View (708) 541-1899
Photo of Dr. Airriell Thomas, Psychologist in 60604, IL
Dr. Airriell Thomas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
I enjoy supporting couples seeking to clarify shared goals, address conflicts and increase their sense of appreciation for one another. Couples seeking guidance around navigating non-traditional partnerships, long distance, the management of finances, family planning, building and maintaining intimacy and improving communication among a myriad of other topics, generally find my approach helpful. I also support individuals managing symptoms of anxiety, depression and various life transitions.
I enjoy supporting couples seeking to clarify shared goals, address conflicts and increase their sense of appreciation for one another. Couples seeking guidance around navigating non-traditional partnerships, long distance, the management of finances, family planning, building and maintaining intimacy and improving communication among a myriad of other topics, generally find my approach helpful. I also support individuals managing symptoms of anxiety, depression and various life transitions.
(630) 474-6481 View (630) 474-6481
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Benjamin Schwartz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
My interests include developmental concerns, relationships, gender and sexuality, specifically men and masculinity, and depression and anxiety.
I feel privileged to be a psychologist and my therapeutic style reflects this appreciation. Building a trusting, collaborative relationship is at the forefront of my work, though I'm aware this looks differently with each of my clients. I see the process of change as occurring in the context of the therapeutic relationship and by exploring patterns that may be preventing one from living a fulfilling existence. Through the discovery of these patterns, we can begin to understand how to live life more genuinely. I incorporate various therapeutic approaches and interventions, which speaks to our unique needs.
My interests include developmental concerns, relationships, gender and sexuality, specifically men and masculinity, and depression and anxiety.
I feel privileged to be a psychologist and my therapeutic style reflects this appreciation. Building a trusting, collaborative relationship is at the forefront of my work, though I'm aware this looks differently with each of my clients. I see the process of change as occurring in the context of the therapeutic relationship and by exploring patterns that may be preventing one from living a fulfilling existence. Through the discovery of these patterns, we can begin to understand how to live life more genuinely. I incorporate various therapeutic approaches and interventions, which speaks to our unique needs.
(312) 548-9356 View (312) 548-9356
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Jenae D. Thompson
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604  (Online Only)
Hello! I may be the therapist for you if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, family changes and are looking for someone experienced in traditional and alternative approaches of support. I provide talk therapy based in Relational Cultural Theory and Intersectionality Theory. I also provide Reiki upon request. In addition to Reiki, I provide other, similar alternative supportive services outside of traditional therapy, upon request. I specialize in supporting those who are minoritized because of their race, gender, sexuality, age, and disability. I look forward to helping you on your journey!
Hello! I may be the therapist for you if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, family changes and are looking for someone experienced in traditional and alternative approaches of support. I provide talk therapy based in Relational Cultural Theory and Intersectionality Theory. I also provide Reiki upon request. In addition to Reiki, I provide other, similar alternative supportive services outside of traditional therapy, upon request. I specialize in supporting those who are minoritized because of their race, gender, sexuality, age, and disability. I look forward to helping you on your journey!
(312) 374-6299 View (312) 374-6299
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SpringSource Psychological Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
The SpringSource team is growing and we have immediate availability for new clients! SpringSource Psychological Center was founded by two Ph.D., licensed clinical psychologists Dr. Susan McClanahan and Dr. Angela Derrick, as a collaborative practice to help individuals heal from eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and life stressors such as pregnancy and infertility.
The SpringSource team is growing and we have immediate availability for new clients! SpringSource Psychological Center was founded by two Ph.D., licensed clinical psychologists Dr. Susan McClanahan and Dr. Angela Derrick, as a collaborative practice to help individuals heal from eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and life stressors such as pregnancy and infertility.
(312) 262-5208 View (312) 262-5208
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Heather L McRoberts
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60604
If you are struggling with feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or experiencing increased life stressors due to work, family or other responsibilities, psychotherapy can help. Strengthening your interpersonal, behavioral and relational strategies will bring you relief. Together, we will explore how the complex patterns of your experiences are affecting your current life challenges, emotions, and behaviors. Whether working with children, adolescents, teens or adults, my approach is to be compassionate and attuned to your unique set of needs, providing a space for you to feel understood, appreciated and learn self-acceptance, ultimately achieving more effective strategies for dealing with life's stressors.
If you are struggling with feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or experiencing increased life stressors due to work, family or other responsibilities, psychotherapy can help. Strengthening your interpersonal, behavioral and relational strategies will bring you relief. Together, we will explore how the complex patterns of your experiences are affecting your current life challenges, emotions, and behaviors. Whether working with children, adolescents, teens or adults, my approach is to be compassionate and attuned to your unique set of needs, providing a space for you to feel understood, appreciated and learn self-acceptance, ultimately achieving more effective strategies for dealing with life's stressors.
(773) 888-4771 View (773) 888-4771
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Tesa Emmart
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LMHC, SEP, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
I am offering both virtual and in-person counseling services. I specialize in treating the issues that arise from unresolved trauma, difficult early life experiences, and perinatal trauma, anxiety and mood disorders. My goal is to support and empower my clients by using an integrative and collaborative stance, incorporating my background in psychodynamic psychotherapy with body-centered and mindfulness-based techniques. It is my hope that by equipping my clients with the skills to develop their own self-awareness, self-compassion, clarity, and peace, they can go on to experience more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
I am offering both virtual and in-person counseling services. I specialize in treating the issues that arise from unresolved trauma, difficult early life experiences, and perinatal trauma, anxiety and mood disorders. My goal is to support and empower my clients by using an integrative and collaborative stance, incorporating my background in psychodynamic psychotherapy with body-centered and mindfulness-based techniques. It is my hope that by equipping my clients with the skills to develop their own self-awareness, self-compassion, clarity, and peace, they can go on to experience more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
(773) 840-0417 View (773) 840-0417
Photo of Maya Chehab, Pre-Licensed Professional in 60604, IL
Maya Chehab
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
My expertise includes working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, addictions, and trauma.
Feeling like something terrible is about to happen and there is nothing you can do about it... Feeling overwhelmed with anger and frustration, and constantly misunderstood... Or wishing that you didn't have to get out of bed, that your day didn't have to start... For those of you who relate, who feel isolated, lonely, helpless, and confused, I invite you to think of therapy as a self-discovery journey that can give meaning to your struggle. And while this step requires courage and tenacity, it can lead you to a rewarding path, a newly acquired self-knowledge and a dramatic sense of revelation...
My expertise includes working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, addictions, and trauma.
Feeling like something terrible is about to happen and there is nothing you can do about it... Feeling overwhelmed with anger and frustration, and constantly misunderstood... Or wishing that you didn't have to get out of bed, that your day didn't have to start... For those of you who relate, who feel isolated, lonely, helpless, and confused, I invite you to think of therapy as a self-discovery journey that can give meaning to your struggle. And while this step requires courage and tenacity, it can lead you to a rewarding path, a newly acquired self-knowledge and a dramatic sense of revelation...
(630) 884-5800 View (630) 884-5800
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.