California Online Therapy for Anxiety
You find yourself stuck in a spiral of “what if’s”
You often fear making the “wrong” decision in many aspects of your life
You find yourself wondering “what would others think”
Life can feel hard when you struggle with anxiety. But the good news is, this doesn’t have to be your experience much longer.
Therapy can help.
What are the different types of common anxiety disorders?
Anxiety disorders encompass a range of conditions that can significantly impact an individual's daily life. Below are examples of commonly diagnosed anxiety disorders with a brief description of each:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life.
Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) causes significant distress in social situations, often leading to avoidance or intense fear of judgment and humiliation.
Panic Disorder manifests as recurrent panic attacks, sudden episodes of extreme fear and physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) features intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors aimed at alleviating anxiety.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) emerges after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, leading to flashbacks, nightmares, and intense anxiety.
Specific Phobias involve an irrational fear of particular objects or situations, causing avoidance and distress when confronted with them.
How can therapy help with anxiety disorders?
Evidence-based practices for anxiety are crucial in providing effective treatment to individuals who are struggling with this mental health condition. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been extensively researched and proven to be highly effective in managing anxiety symptoms. CBT focuses on challenging and modifying negative thought patterns, which helps individuals gain a better understanding of their anxiety and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is another evidence-based therapy that can effectively treat anxiety. Through a structured eight-phase approach, EMDR helps individuals process distressing memories and experiences that contribute to their anxiety. By utilizing eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR works to rewire the maladaptive responses within the nervous system. During the therapy sessions, clients are guided to focus on their anxiety-inducing memories while simultaneously engaging in bilateral stimulation. As this process unfolds, EMDR allows individuals to reprocess and integrate these memories, leading to the desensitization and reduction of anxiety symptoms. Furthermore, EMDR also helps individuals develop healthier coping strategies, enabling them to better manage their anxiety outside of therapy. With its unique ability to access stored traumatic memories, EMDR has proven to be a highly effective treatment modality for anxiety, offering hope and relief to countless individuals struggling with this debilitating condition.
Each anxiety disorder presents unique challenges, but with proper diagnosis and treatment, individuals can achieve improved quality of life. If this sounds like the change you’re looking for, then check out the Schedule a Free Consultation link below. I look forward to hearing from you!