Anxiety Disorders

Everyone experiences anxiety sometimes—it's a normal response to stress or danger. But anxiety disorders involve persistent, excessive worry and fear that interfere with daily activities. Whether you're dealing with generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, or specific phobias, these conditions can be overwhelming and exhausting. The constant state of worry and physical tension affects your work, relationships, and quality of life. Understanding that anxiety disorders are medical conditions, not personal weaknesses, is essential for seeking help.

Types of Anxiety We Treat

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) involves chronic, excessive worry about various aspects of life—health, work, finances, relationships—even when there's little reason for concern. The worry is difficult to control and often accompanied by physical symptoms like muscle tension, fatigue, irritability, and sleep problems. Panic Disorder is characterized by sudden, intense episodes of fear (panic attacks) that include physical symptoms like heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, and a sense of impending doom. These attacks can be terrifying and lead to constant fear of when the next one will occur.

Social Anxiety Disorder involves intense fear of social situations where you might be judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others. This can make everyday interactions—meeting new people, speaking in public, or even eating in front of others—extremely distressing. Specific Phobias are intense, irrational fears of particular objects or situations, such as heights, flying, animals, or medical procedures, that lead to avoidance behaviors.

How We Help You Find Relief

Our treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation to understand your specific anxiety symptoms, triggers, and how they impact your life. We recognize that anxiety manifests differently in each person, and we tailor our approach accordingly. Treatment typically includes medication to help manage symptoms—options like SSRIs, SNRIs, or anti-anxiety medications, selected based on your individual needs and response.

Beyond medication, we provide education about anxiety—how it works in the brain and body, and why it persists. We teach practical coping strategies including breathing techniques, progressive muscle relaxation, and cognitive approaches to challenge anxious thoughts. We help you gradually face feared situations in a safe, controlled manner when appropriate. Throughout treatment, we monitor your progress closely and adjust the approach as needed to ensure you're moving toward your goals.

Reclaim Your Peace of Mind

Living with anxiety can feel like carrying a heavy burden everywhere you go, but it doesn't have to be this way. With proper treatment and support, you can significantly reduce your anxiety symptoms and reclaim your life. You deserve to feel calm, confident, and in control. If anxiety is holding you back from living fully, we're here to help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward lasting relief.