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
My passion is working with couples to positively impact their relationship and find new ways of communicating with each other, and I have found that using Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy is an exceptional tool to address attachment in family systems. I have also been fortunate enough to expand my experience into addressing substance use and the impact that it can have on not only the...
Are you or your teenager struggling with anxiety and/or depression? I specialize in helping tween (10) to adult males with tough situations such as depression, anxiety, overwhelming stress, and school related issues. It can be difficult discussing big, negative emotions and feelings. Through the counseling process, clients can become aware of what is occurring in their lives and understand the...
I see life as a story, and we hold the pens to our next steps. Some chapters of our stories are wonderful, some are more difficult, and all of them combined make us who we are. I believe that everyone has much to tell, and I'd love to hear your story. I am passionate about helping people live the lives they desire, holding space for mystery and wonder as each person’s path unfolds, and integrat...
**I am currently not accepting new clients** You look around and ask yourself “Is this really my life right now?” Some days are okay, some are uncomfortable, and others are intolerable. In the tough moments, the things you've tried before don't seem to work. Maybe someone you cared about died. Maybe that inner critic voice is louder or more persistent than it has been before. Maybe your child’s...
Something seems–off. Your energy is low, or you’re staying in bed just a little bit longer. It’s easier for you to listen to your inner critic than to accept compassion and empathy. You can’t remember the last time you felt relaxed or content with yourself. It’s harder to find the words to express your emotions and experience. You don’t ask for help since you are the one that no one has to worr...
“I’m here to encourage people in their moments of hurt, confusion, and disorder. I work to enlighten them on how to use tools to begin healing and growing. I focus on empowering them as they embark on these journeys with me, so they are equipped to thrive when they are ready to navigate without me.” Clinical interests include but aren't limited to, community mental health, client...
I work with issues related to sex and intimacy, anxiety and trauma. Sexuality is an important part of the human experience and I offer a safe space to talk about it. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly and am passionate about working with sexual minorities. I know that fulfilling relationships are possible for everyone; we all have the human need for connection & intimacy, but sometimes as the result of...
Do you feel the weight of emotional burdens? Are you going through a major life event? Are you in a relationship that needs help? These burdens can get to the point that it feels unbearable or too difficult to manage on your own. Taking the first step toward going to counseling can be hard. My goal is to meet you wherever you are and however heavy your burdens are. I want to join you in this wo...
Therapy is a time to appreciate and develop patterns that are healthy and fulfilling, instead of just focusing on what's going wrong. I work towards establishing a trusting relationship where together we can collaboratively create goals that address your needs. I work both with individuals and families to address symptoms in a way that sustains long term change. I always integrate tailored...
I work with families, children, adolescents, and adults, to understand their emotional health, learn emotional regulation, identify personal strengths, heal from traumatic experiences, and find positive ways of expressing their thoughts and feelings, providing support and hope for strengthening connections in relationships and in the family. I serve families in learning positive parenting skill...
I have experience working in many different settings including city social services, in education, an outpatient clinic and within a homeless shelter. I am trained to work with children, adolescents, parents, individuals, couples, and families on various issues that hinder growth and happiness. I specialize in the trauma therapy (EMDR), ABA for working with individuals on the spectrum, mindfuln...
Are you are looking to heal from past trauma, intimacy issues, or maladaptive coping skills? True recovery IS possible. It is my passion to help clients get to the roots of their concerns for lasting change. My belief is that trauma is at the core of most issues with anxiety, depression, addictions, eating disorders, or difficulties with sex and intimacy. Together, we can work through it. I am ...
I see counseling as a process in which the client and the counselor work together in achieving a safe environment of understanding, mutual respect, and trust. We work as a team to explore and define present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work in a systematic fashion toward realizing those goals. I work with clients in a variety of formats including individual...
Ms. Welty received her MS degree in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. With over 10 years in the field, she specializes in substance use, eating disorders, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders. Ms. Welty works with individuals (ages 14 through 85), couples, families, and groups. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ms. Welt...
Whatever brought you to consider therapy, know that you are not alone. Many of us struggle to manage intense emotions, connect deeply with others, meet our goals, live up to our expectations, accept ourselves, or find meaning in life. In a safe and supportive space you are free to express yourself openly, honestly, and authentically, and together we can work to discover the ways you would like...
