Anxiety Disorders are the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders, with almost 20% of the U.S. population being impacted by anxiety. Generalized Anxiety Disorder impacts almost 7 million Americans a year, and can lead to inability for emotional regulation, diminished performances at school or work, social withdrawal, and distress in navigating daily tasks. Severe anxiety can lead to Anxiety Attacks or Panic Attacks, which can potentially lead to a diagnosis of Panic Disorder when severe enough. Severe Anxiety and Panic Attacks may require collaboration with a Psychiatrist or Medical Doctor.

Approximately 6.8% of the American population struggles with Social Anxiety Disorder. Those struggling with social anxiety may face further difficulty engaging with the world and necessary daily tasks that involve interactions with others, or even leaving their homes or personal safety zones.

In Therapy for Anxiety

we will explore underlying causes for your anxiety, as well as begin to understand the ways anxiety impacts your daily life. Therapy for anxiety will implement coping mechanisms including relaxation techniques and mindfulness in order to navigate your anxiety better when it does appear. We will learn to view your anxiety differently and begin to use it as a helpful tool instead of a harmful hindrance. Therapy can not always cure anxiety, but with the right amount of work, it can make it more manageable.

Signs of Anxiety or Panic Include:

• Increased Heart Rate

• Rapid Breathing / Difficulty Breathing

• Shaking / Trembling

• Nausea / Stomach Pain

• Dizziness / Headache

• Restlessness / Muscle Tension

• Difficulty Concentrating