While there are a variety of treatment methods for anxiety, we can customize the treatment to your specific needs. Our treatment approach helps you find effective techniques to manage symptoms and learn to build a healthier lifestyle. Anxiety disorder involves strong, uncontrollable feelings of panic or worries, often largely out of proportion to the issue that sets them off.
Treatment for anxiety disorder is available at Wholehealth PLLC in Houston and the surrounding area. Our team will conduct an evaluation to help determine the most effective treatment plan. Our goal is to help guide patients through the treatment process and help them build the support network they need.
Call us at 832-831-3183 to schedule an appointment and learn more about receiving the customized anxiety disorder treatment you need.
Everyone feels stressed or worried from time to time. However, the symptoms of anxiety disorder go far beyond that. The stress, worry, and other negative emotions that stem from anxiety disorder are far more significant in intensity and frequency. They can disrupt the ability to function normally at work, at home, or in social situations.
According to the American Psychiatric Association, almost 30 percent of adults experience some form of anxiety disorder that can cause both physical and psychological symptoms. Common signs include feelings of fear, nervousness, or worry. Patients often believe that these feelings come out of nowhere and for no particular reason.
Physical symptoms may include gastrointestinal distress, difficulty sleeping, sweating, and trembling. Many persons experience increased heart rates or fatigue. It is typical for people with symptoms to be unable to calm down. They may fixate on a worrying thought and be unable to focus on anything else.
Working with mental health professionals helps many patients alleviate and manage their symptoms. We will usually combine multiple treatment methods for each patient. It can take some time to figure out what works best for a specific individual since people can have different responses to each aspect of treatment. Three common approaches to anxiety treatment include:
Take the first step toward improved mental health by reaching out for help. Our professionals work to develop the right treatment plan for your symptoms. Call us at 832-831-3183 to make an appointment.
Are there lifestyle changes that can help manage an anxiety disorder?
Some lifestyle elements can help patients learn to cope with anxiety symptoms and work past them. However, this process takes time and will vary per patient. Drug and alcohol use can exaggerate symptoms.
What are some approaches to managing anxiety?
There is a range of effective ways to control the symptoms of this disorder. Consequently, it is important to see a mental health professional regularly. Treatment plans may need to be periodically adjusted.
How can I tell the difference between having an anxiety disorder and normal stress?
Normal stress comes as a response to danger or other concerns. When dealing with anxiety disorder, symptoms tend to be disproportionate and may appear to have no cause at all. Along with that, normal stress will come and go over time, whereas anxiety will continue to get worse. A mental health professional can perform an evaluation and make an accurate diagnosis.
How soon will I feel better after starting treatment?
Every patient is different. In the short term, anxiety medication can take up to a few weeks to attain effectiveness. The benefits of counseling tend to be more gradual.
Does alternative medicine such as acupuncture help with an anxiety disorder?
Some people have reported feeling better after resorting to alternative medicine. However, there are currently no studies supporting their efficacy. If used, these techniques should supplement a medical treatment plan, not replace it.
What should I do if my anxiety symptoms return?
Symptoms may return due to a number of factors. If this happens, the practitioner will re-evaluate and adjust the treatment plan. Scheduling appointments with us on a regular basis can help catch issues early.
Wholehealth PLLC is located at
6100 Corporate Dr #238,
Houston, TX
77036
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