"I didn't realize how consuming my anxiety was on my thoughts and my life. I was so critical of myself it was exhausting. I am grateful to be free of all that pressure now"
Anxiety Relief
Helpful Facts
Most Common Challenges
If you or somebody you know has an anxiety disorder it’s important to know...
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It is the most common mental illness in the United States.
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It affects more than 40 million adults or about 13% of the entire population.
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Anxiety is highly treatable, but only 1/3 of those who suffer from anxiety ever seek therapy.
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Whether you know someone who is affected or you personally suffer from anxiety – know that nearly one if every five Americans is going through the same thing.
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People often measure their success by their moods; whether they "feel" better or not. However this is a common pitfall because moods change just as naturally as the sun and the moon set.
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Measure your success in your behaviors, specifically implementing behaviors that promote productive
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Anxiety is fueled by your fears, understanding those fears and strategically challenging them is the key to long term relief
Feel less anxious and be more confident
Angie approaches anxiety with holistic treatment that focuses on building your inner strength and utilizing several effective techniques.
Common symptoms of anxiety disorder:
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Excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation)
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Feeling anxious more days than not for at least 6 months, about a number of events
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Difficulty controlling worry
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Restlessness or feeling on edge
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Being easily fatigued
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Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
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Muscle tension
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Sleep disturbance
You've Got to Break Some Eggs
When I'm faced with difficult decisions, I'm reminded of what a good friend would often say... "You've got to break an egg to make a cake". Which means that it's not always going to be easy and there will sometimes be a mess but you'll enjoy the result if you keep working at it.
Therapy is that same way. You might find that you really enjoy the person you become after a couple of sessions. Perhaps you've forgotten the person that you truly are and therapy is the opportunity for the real you to emerge.
Common Anxiety Diagnosis (DSM-5)
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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Specific Phobia
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Social Phobia
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Panic Attack Disorder
The Experts
Tatiana Bryan, RMHCI
Valerie Rojas, RMHCI
Holly Cummings, RMHCI
Rachel Sobiech, LCSW
