Counseling for Anxiety

While anxiety can be uncomfortable, there are times that it is needed and even some times where it’s beneficial! Like any emotion, anxiety is simply information from us, to us, about us. It can help to motivate us to be more productive, reach a goal or even get better at saying no. It can keep us safe and let us know that a situation isn’t a great one to be in. Anxiety can help us, however, it can also hinder us. If anxiety is becoming excessive and/or preventing you from living your life as you’d like it may be time to reach out for help. Anxiety is powerful, but you aren’t powerless. It is also treatable, therapy and psychiatric medication management can help. 

How Common Are Anxiety Disorders? 

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “anxiety disorders involve more than occasional worry or fear. For people with these disorders, anxiety does not go away, is felt in many situations and can get worse over time. Anxiety disorders are actually the most common mental health concern in the United States according to NAMI.  

Anxiety disorders can affect people of all ages, with severity ranging from mild to severe. Symptoms can be emotional or physical in nature, and can be caused by a variety of factors including genetics and environment. Anxiety is treatable, however, not everyone is open to sharing about their anxiety or getting help. 

Conquering Your Fears

There’s no reason to be embarrassed or to struggle with anxiety symptoms on your own. You don’t have to suffer in silence. Anxiety is treatable, finding the approach that is right for you can make a world of difference. 

Therapy can be an effective way to identify what is causing your anxiety and find healthier ways of responding. In counseling you can learn powerful skills to help you work through your symptoms of anxiety and come out stronger on the other side. There are many effective approaches, though many find benefits with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). 

Psychiatric medication management can also be an effective intervention, especially when symptoms are chronic, intense and/or debilitating. It can be difficult to implement skills if you are experiencing excessive worry or even panic. Finding the right medication for you can help to decrease symptoms and allow you to use what you learn in therapy more effectively. 

Finding the Approaches That Work for You

Anxiety disorders vary from person to person, thus treatment should be customized according to the symptoms and concerns specific to your experience. Therapy and medication management can be effective in treating your symptoms. Often a combination of the two leads to better results. 

Carolina Counseling Services offers both therapy and psychiatric medication management. CCS in Fayetteville contracts with skilled licensed therapists and psychiatric professionals. You can start with therapy or medication management or both, there’s no need to choose just one. Call CCS today to schedule your first appointment.

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