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
( English | español ) I work best with clients that have decided that they are ready to make a change in their lives. These clients recognize that they have been struggling for quite some time and are finally at a point in their lives where they are ready to make some changes. Even if they aren't aware what those changes look like, they know that they need to start thinking differently. This is...
We live in a fast-paced world with lots of distractions, temptations, and negativity. It can be hard to reach out for help when these issues begin to overwhelm your life. Many of my clients come to me because they are stressed out (anxiety from work, school, family) and need a new perspective. My main priority is to help my clients sort through these everyday challenges and help implement posit...
Trained in extensive cognitive behavioral theory and working at VR, I worked to help clients find new ways of working and developing self concepts that embrace change. Working at Patrick Harris Psychiatric Hospital, I saw those with severe mental illnesses. Additional academic training was helpful in working with those with chronic diseases. Now, primarily, I see children using play therapy...
Anxiety and depression can make you feel so overwhelmed that it takes a toll on your day-to-day functioning and relationships. Feeling lost and are unsure where to go to next? We’ve all gone to work and put on a face that everything is okay – when deep down – you just want to isolate. Overwhelming feelings can make it difficult to make decisions. As a solution-focused therapist utilizing...
I have experience working with all types of people and their current situations such as relationship issues, crisis intervention and prevention, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use and abuse, bereavement, etc.. One of my passions is working with at risk youth, foster youth and their families. By creating a non judgmental and safe space, I believe that change can happen! Together we will...
Robert started in the field of mental health treatment in 1989. He worked at Wedgwood Christian Services for 17 years as both a program supervisor and as a therapist. Robert worked as an outpatient therapist for 10 years at Pine Rest. His practice is now located at Counseling Center of West Michigan (Appointments: 616-805-3660). Robert’s specialties are substance abuse treatment, co-occurring...
It takes COURAGE to seek out therapy and face your challenges. We also need COURAGE to trust a stranger to fully listen to you and treat your concerns with care and respect. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am here to work as a team to overcome barriers/obstacles. Therapy can be both challenging and rewarding. As your therapist, I will provide an empathetic ear, help find solutions, disc...
Have you been feeling overwhelmed and out of balance? Are you restless, feel lost and not sure how to get back in sync with life? Have you experienced considerable loss? What about your important relationships, are they strained or in conflict? These struggles may indicate that it’s time to seek professional help with someone who can journey with you and provide experienced guidance and support...
Effective therapy addresses a person as a whole. If we are dealing with an issue or disorder, it is likely caused by a variety of factors both physical and mental. My approach is to determine which areas are most important to you and find ways to live a happier life. I utilize a holistic approach that addresses physical and mental wellness. This blueprint can be effective with a variety of...
Does your child struggle at home, childcare, and/or school? I specialize in working with children and their families to reduce problematic behaviors such as aggression, anxiety, depression, and social concerns. I work with the child and their families to increase coping strategies and functioning in their lives. I believe there is a need behind behavior and once that need is addressed, new...
Are you facing challenges in your life that you find you are unable to cope with on your own? Do you feel stuck or in need of restoration? Finding personal purpose and resilience is the foundation of our work. Whether depression, hopelessness, negative thinking or anxiety is plaguing you; removing it and restoring the ability to thrive in life is our business. At Restore Counseling and...
I invite individuals, couples, and families to collaborate with me on finding their purpose, healing their hearts, and working toward positive change. The power of a healing, safe space can improve your own well-being as well as deepen the connection you have with others. If you want to improve your relationship with your partner, your child/ren, or even yourself, give me a call today. I've had...
*TELEHEALTH VIDEO SESSIONS ONLY* Life can be beautiful and wonderful! It can also be overwhelming and painful at times. Feeling understood, cared about and listened to are profound human needs that are often neglected. Starting therapy can be intimidating; however, having a supportive, safe and comfortable outlet can be helpful in working toward healing, growing and thriving. I am here to liste...
You made the first step! I will meet you where you are and create a trusting and empathetic therapeutic relationship that facilitates change and growth. I use multiple approaches in therapy based on each client’s needs. I work with individual, couples or families focusing on relationship issues, depression, anxiety, academic and career pressures, parenting issues, life transitions and stress. M...
Thoughts and feelings that come with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues and more often leave us feeling defeated, nervous, irritable, or just generally unable to cope. Perhaps, you are seeking self-discovery or are looking to support your child or adolescent through their self-discovery? Seeking out therapy - for yourself or a family member - can be a difficult step to take, but I...
