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Are You Struggling with These Common Signs of Anxiety?
Anxiety is more than just worry. Our specialists personalize their anxiety treatment to fit your needs, goals, and timeline.
Excessive worry
Restlessness
Constant, looping thoughts
Feeling on edge
Trouble concentrating
Deep feeling of doom
Upset stomach or nausea
Types of Anxiety
There’s more than one way to experience anxiety. Lifebulb’s therapists and psychiatrists can diagnose anxiety disorders and develop evidence-based treatment plans that see real results.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by ongoing and uncontrollable worry and anxiety that interferes with day-to-day functioning. It is best treated by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or through medication prescribed by a psychiatrist.
Common Symptoms Include
- Overthinking
- Jumping to worst-case scenarios
- Rumination or looping thoughts
- Difficulty concentrating
Social Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder is the fear of judgment or humiliation. You might avoid social interactions, feel unable to talk or connect with others, and struggle with self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Therapy are very effective at treating Social Anxiety Disorder.
Common Symptoms Include
- Overthinking
- Jumping to worst-case scenarios
- Rumination or looping thoughts
- Difficulty concentrating
Agoraphobia
Agoraphobia is the extreme fear of situations or places where escape might be difficult. This usually manifests as a fear of leaving home or avoiding situations that are perceived as dangerous, like public transportation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Exposure Therapy are effective treatments for Agoraphobia.
Common Symptoms Include
- Panic attacks when feeling unsafe or trapped
- Avoiding triggers of anxiety
- Fear of impending panic attacks
Panic Disorder
Panic Disorder is characterized by sudden and repetitive panic attacks that seem to come from nowhere. These panic attacks are unpredictable and highly disruptive. Panic Disorder can be treated using a combination of psychotherapy and medication. Signs of a panic attack include:
Common Symptoms Include
- A sense of impending danger
- Irregular heartbeats that feel like pounding or fluttering (palpitations)
- Shortness of breath
- Feeling like you might die
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD occurs in some people after witnessing or experiencing a scary or life-threatening event. Symptoms last for months after the event and are highly disruptive to one’s well-being and functioning.
Common Symptoms Include:
- Disturbing dreams
- Trouble relaxing or staying focused
- Flashbacks of the traumatic situation/event
- Avoidance of things/situations that remind you of the event
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Our licensed therapists and psychiatrists talk about what anxiety therapy is, why it works, and who it can help. CTA 1: Schedule a Consultation
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Does Anxiety Therapy Work?
Yes! Anxiety therapy from a licensed mental health professional is effective at treating anxiety disorders. It’s important to find the right fit when looking for a therapist- someone you feel comfortable with and who understands how you want to grow. Lifebulb has over 200 anxiety therapists to choose from. They are licensed, able to accept insurance, and excited to meet you. Let’s hear from a few below.
“Thoughts affect feelings, which then affect behaviors, so if you want to feel and act differently, you need to first think differently.”
“I worked with a client for over 2 years who struggled with substance use and anxiety. Through our CBT sessions and some DBT tools, she was able to identify her patterns with people-pleasing and engaging in defense mechanisms that contributed to codependency and anxiety related to external factors she couldn’t control. Once she learned to practice mindfulness and express emotions in a healthier way, she was able to break patterns with relapses with substance use and unhealthy relationships that continued to impact her mental health symptoms.”
"A client began realizing their anxiety did not need to be eliminated and that they did not need to be controlled by it. The client\'s anxiety could be acknowledged and accepted, and they would still be able to move forward with their life."
"I find it deeply meaningful to empower clients to better understand themselves, build on their strengths, and navigate challenges with greater confidence. At the same time, I value gently challenging clients in ways that support growth, helping them move toward becoming the best version of themselves."
"I had a client who was experiencing agoraphobia, after being involved in an accident, resulting in her barely leaving the home for a few years. Now, she is successfully working five days per week, saving to buy her own car, and takes her dogs on walks."
The Best Therapy for Anxiety
The best anxiety therapy is the kind that works with your schedule and goals. With that said, there are some evidence-based modalities that are backed by years of research that Lifebulb’s anxiety counselors utilize to help you reach your goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Your thoughts affect your feelings, which affect your behaviors. As our therapist Brandyce Lombardo says, “If you want to feel and act differently, you need to first think differently.” This is what CBT helps you accomplish through actionable steps, clear instructions, and a solution-oriented approach.
What to Expect
- Exercises to help you identify and replace harmful thoughts
- Coping skills to ride out negative, untrue thoughts
- Homework to practice what you learn in the “real world”
Mindfulness Therapy
Anxiety says, “Think of all the awful things waiting in the future.” Mindfulness teaches us to ask, “What’s happening around me right now?” By bringing our awareness back to the present moment, we can learn to take back control from anxiety. Mindfulness therapy focuses on practical skills and strategies to manage anxiety spikes in your everyday life.
What to Expect
- Exercises to notice and relax physical stress responses like tensed muscles
- Techniques to bring your awareness to your present state, both internal and external
- Skills to remain calm in stressful situations
Exposure Therapy
Increasing Tolerance to Stres
What To Expect
- Safe, controlled exposure to your anxiety
- Relaxation and coping techniques
- Gradual escalation in exposure until the trigger stops becoming a source of anxiety
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is used to treat intense emotions and debilitating symptoms. It’s a good choice for people with severe anxiety or anxiety with comorbid disorders (such as PTSD or Depression). DBT helps people develop emotional regulation skills, distress tolerance, and practical life skills in the face of severe anxiety.
What to Expect
- Build tolerance to triggering situations
- Learn emotional regulation skills to keep anxiety responses under control
- Develop healthy interpersonal skills to set and maintain boundaries
- Practice mindfulness techniques to grow overall wellness and awareness
Getting Started
How It Works
Getting anxiety therapy shouldn’t cause you more anxiety. At Lifebulb, you can see your therapist or psychiatrist within 7 days and three easy steps.
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Take an online, free anxiety assessment. We’ll tell you how likely it is that you have an anxiety disorder, what type of anxiety therapy is best for you, and explore other options if anxiety treatment isn’t the right fit for you.
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Quality care shouldn't be out of reach. We offer affordable self-pay rates and work with major insurance plans including (but not limited to):
Get Matched with an Anxiety Therapist Near You
Lifebulb has over 200 therapists and psychiatrists specializing in anxiety. We offer online and in-person sessions.
Gina Ruisi
Resident in Counseling
Gina is a Resident in Counseling and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) who earned her Master of Education in Counseling from William & Mary. With more than a decade of experience as a middle school...
Bozena Harper
PMHNP-BC
Bozena Harper is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for teens and adults in Virginia. She works with clients experien...
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Allison Herman
LPC
Hi, I’m Allie Herman, MA, LPC! I have 13 years of experience as a therapist supporting adolescents and adults through a variety of challenges. I believe therapy should be a space where you can s...
Ashley Patrican
LPC
My name is Ashley Patrican. I am an LPC working out of Alexandria, VA. My ambition is reflected in my career as a Licensed Professional Counselor. My background shows my eagerness to seek experience a...
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Sherie Reed
PMHNP-BC
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 10 years of nursing experience and a passion for helping individuals improve their mental health and overall qu...
Marcia Ryan
LPC
Taking the step toward therapy can be challenging, but as Carl Jung beautifully stated: “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” My passion for helping others began in...
States We Serve
We offer online and in-person anxiety therapy and psychiatry services in the following states.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Anxiety therapy is a treatment method for anxiety disorders. By talking to a licensed anxiety therapist, you can better understand and manage your anxiety. Lifebulb’s anxiety specialists will develop a treatment plan that is personalized to your unique needs and help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety and reduce long-term effects of anxiety.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to your therapist, practicing skills, and engaging in exercises. They will ask you about your symptoms, possible causes, and other factors. Then, they will make a treatment plan using evidence-based therapy techniques. Over the course of a few months, this treatment plan will address the root cause of your anxiety and help you manage day-to-day anxiety. Individual sessions will look different depending on your needs and the treatment plan you and your therapist come up with. You might talk about recent symptoms or past triggers, use exercises to dive deeper, or practice coping skills.
Anxiety therapy is a good idea for anyone who struggles with intense worry, stress, panic, or anxiety. If it negatively affects your life, then anxiety therapy can help. Signs you should talk to an anxiety therapist include:
- Your anxiety keeps you from your goals.
- Your anxiety is negatively impacting your health or relationships.
- You have frequent panic attacks.
- You’re using substances or other maladaptive coping mechanisms to manage the constant stress.
- You feel like you can’t handle it anymore.
- Your sleep or eating patterns are thrown off.
The best therapy approach for anxiety depends on what type of anxiety you're experiencing, how long you’ve been experiencing it, and the root cause. A licensed anxiety therapist will be able to recommend the best approach. The most common approaches to anxiety disorders are:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Exposure Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Behavioral Therapy
Anxiety therapy has been proven to be just as effective online as it is in person. This means that you can see a therapist for anxiety in person at a counseling office or online from your home, office, or even car. (As long as you have privacy and a stable internet connection, you can talk to a therapist online!) Lifebulb offers both online and in-person anxiety therapy sessions.
Many people start to notice improvements after 4-6 sessions, but it can take anywhere from 3 weeks to 2 years to reach recovery. Many solution-focused therapies, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, take 12-16 weeks. Complications like comorbid disorders (such as depression, substance abuse, or trauma) or ongoing stressful experiences can extend this timeframe.
Your therapist's goal is for you to eventually leave therapy with the skills you need to live happy, healthy, and free from crippling anxiety. That process will ideally take around 12-24 sessions (3-6 months), but largely depends on your unique situation.
Yes. Therapy has been proven to be an effective treatment method for anxiety. In fact, anxiety is very treatable using talk therapy methods and has one of the highest recovery rates of all mental health disorders.
Anxiety is a natural human emotion and can’t be “cured” in a medical sense. However, anxiety disorders, which involve heightened and highly disruptive levels of anxiety, are very treatable. Through proper treatment, you can go into remission. You might still experience anxiety from time to time, but it will be manageable.
Lifebulb Counseling & Psychiatry has over 200 therapists and psychiatrists who specialize in treating anxiety. We offer online and in-person sessions in 7 different states. Contact our team to learn more.
Medication can be effective at treating anxiety and reducing symptoms. Many people find it very helpful, especially in the beginning of their anxiety therapy journey. You do not need medication in addition to therapy, but it might be recommended for people with severe or highly disruptive anxiety symptoms. Talk to a licensed anxiety therapist or psychiatrist for their professional opinion.
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