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
"I consider my client's symptoms as their strengths, the way they have learned to survive." -Bessel Van Der Kolk. The client's that I have come in contact with are truly amazing. The sad part is, my clients typically blame themselves for the tragedy, dysfunction, symptoms etc in their lives, instead of seeing how strong they are. Life can get difficult and often we get through life scarred....
“Resilience is not just for surviving the worst day of your life. It’s for thriving every day of your life.” When we feel overwhelmed, it can help to have someone nonjudgmental to talk to. When we run into roadblocks holding us back from achieving our highest potential, a supportive relationship can make all the difference in getting unstuck. I offer a compassionate, safe space for individuals ...
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This journey through life can be very challenging. At times we need help navigating the path. I am here to help you. While I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities, the counseling approach I use with a given client is determined by that client's preferences and personal goals, as well as the nature of the issue being addressed. All approaches used will incorporate a strengths-based,...
Hello! I’m a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in the Washington DC and Virginia area. I’ve been working with adolescents and young adults for over 4 years in a relationship-centered capacity. I’m here to support young people develop coping skills and challenge negative thought patterns to better understand feelings and behaviors. I utilize a holistic, client-centered approach to meet each...
No matter how you arrived here or the individual goals you have, my job is the same: to listen, to care, and to provide you a space for exploration and healing. I work with individuals ages 10 and older, who are desiring a change in their life or their child's life. Working in the field of counseling, for several years, treating a range of problems including depression, racial identity, anxiety...
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My goal is to provide an individualized approach in therapy with my clients. I work from a strength-based and collaborative approach to help you be your best self. I have extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. My areas of interest include trauma, depression, anxiety, transitional life events, and family work. I encourage you to reach out to schedu...
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I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children in a variety of settings. My work is grounded in the belief that gaining insight is the path to lasting change. Psychodynamic work takes place collaboratively between the therapist and the patient. This relationship becomes the catalyst for emotional growth. My office is a safe space where any topic or idea can be shared without...
**Currently offering telehealth (video therapy) services.** Life can feel overwhelming. We can experience situations that are out of our control. Our children can experience situations that they don’t understand or are not able to cope with effectively. Events from our past can reemerge in ways that disrupt our day-to-day functioning. We can struggle with family relationships. The goal of thera...
