Anxiety is a relatively common mental health concern that people may experience at various points. Certain life events, such as a new job, relationship, death, or birth can trigger a bout of anxiety. Other people have an anxiety disorder that clouds much of their day-to-day life. Counseling interventions for anxiety range depending on its severity.
Available Treatment Options
One of the most common approaches to therapy for anxiety is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), where therapists assist people in identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing coping mechanisms that promote healthier behaviors. Other approaches include Exposure Therapy, where a person and their therapist work toward decreasing the anxiety surrounding a specific situation or thing by slowly exposing them to it. Mindfulness and relaxation interventions also are helpful for anxiety.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Anxiety
Feeling stuck? Uncertain about how to move forward or where to begin? The struggle is real, but doing it alone doesn’t have to be the way to go. Together we can come up with goals and resources to work through hurt, pain and suffering. Through our sessions you will build the courage to trust yourself and the choices you make. You will begin to understand your core values and how they have align...
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I have lived my entire life in the Metro-east area. I have a profound connection to helping people with emotional and/or psychological issues. Consequently, I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and obtained a dual masters from Lindenwood University in both Clinical and School counselin...
I am a “person-centered” therapist. A compassionate client-counselor relationship is fundamental to this approach. With each client, the basis for our work together is my profound respect for who you are as a person--and confidence in your ability to discover your own solutions and direction in life. I believe that every client has abundant potential to build on their available gifts and streng...
I understand how vulnerable it can be to take the first step toward health and healing. Studies have shown that when a client makes the initial call to set up an appointment with a counselor, stress and anxiety decrease immediately. Taking the first step to seek counseling does not indicate weakness, but rather is a sign of strength and bravery. Having worked with people from countries and...
I am driven to work with populations that have been marginalized in our society and culture. This includes but is not limited to LGBTQ, Poly, and Kink communities as well as individuals that are living in a multiracial home and existence. Living on what feels like the border of society is stressful, even more if your close family and loved ones don’t accept who you are. I want to provide a safe...
We are a specialty clinic serving the Autism, LD and ADD community. Since 2003 Triad Psych has used its specifically designed clinical techniques and strategies to help children, teens and adults achieve their goals emotionally, academically and occupationally. Founded by a former special education teacher, Triad effectively partners with parents, schools and insurance companies to provide a wi...
I offer a broad range of services for children through older adults and I enjoy working with individuals as well as couples and families to improve mental health, relationships, and daily life. My sessions are structured to support my clients in setting goals for themselves, adjusting to difficult situations, improving communication skills, and learning coping strategies. For those with...
“A person’s a person, no matter how small!” —Dr. Seuss. Children aren’t immune to pain and suffering, and they often have trouble dealing with feelings they don’t yet understand. This can manifest itself into behavioral issues, difficulty in school, and conflicts in the home. Whether there’s been trauma, separation from biological parents, or they are struggling with life’s daily stressors, I c...
All relationships are hard. Intimate relationships are even more challenging. They can leave us feeling alone when we want to feel comforted. We can feel empty when we desire fulfillment. So many unmet needs, unrecognized wants, can make the relationship feel lost. We just can't keep going like this. The fights are ugly, or they don't happen at all. Living at the speed of life, you have drifted...
My beliefs, values and understanding is that all humans are made whole because we were created in God’s own image. I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive and transformative space for people to develop techniques to assist them with navigating in healthy ways through this journey called life. I have a unique ability to build rapport with all people and have a niche for working with...
I believe all people have internal knowledge that can be accessed in order to know how to resolve problems. I help my clients get in touch with and follow this inner knowledge. My background includes: a Master of Science in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from Montana State University; certification as a Rolfer by the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute in Boulder, CO (2004); a Bachelor of Arts ...
Maintaining a balanced relationship to substance use can be challenging. Whether we are managing addictive patterns, past traumas, or life stresses that feel overwhelming, we all need to cope in ways that are healthy and self-nurturing. I am here to support you! I work with clients in all stages of recovery by helping them reduce the harm of substance use while optimizing meaning in their lives...
For the Fall Season I am offering a great session special! Book 3 sessions and get the last one FREE! If you are having feelings of sadness, irritability, hopelessness or are currently experiencing a life stressor, we can help. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Community Psychologist who has considerable experience working with many different populations. I am licen...
I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, substance abuse, and concerns related to sexuality, gender, gender transitions, and identity. In therapy, we will work together, exploring your values and purpose in life, helping you gain increased clarity and direction. *** Regarding Location: I am providing...
