It is normal to experience anxiety. It is not unusual to have feelings of worry or fear over certain situations. However, when anxiety becomes intense, excessive, and persistent to the point where it is interfering with your daily activities and routine, you may have an anxiety disorder.

Some people with anxiety disorders experience recurring waves of intense feelings of anxiety, fear, or terror that reach a peak quickly. These peaks are generally called panic attacks.

Clinicians in the mental health field have categorized anxiety disorders into generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder or social phobia, separation anxiety disorder and specific phobias.

Because of the stigma of mental health issues in our society, many are inclined to internalize their struggles with anxiety. It is important for you to seek therapy for anxiety that interferes with your life.

If you are experiencing issues with anxiety or if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder by a medical doctor, the clinicians of Houston Psychotherapists can help.

At Houston Psychotherapists, our clinicians focus on giving you the tools you need to overcome your anxiety. Because anxiety disorders differ considerably, we personalize your therapy to your needs. Our goal is to help you reduce your levels of anxiety, bring calmness to your mind and conquer your fears.

Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of anxiety include:

  • Nervousness
  • Restlessness
  • Feeling tense
  • Feelings of impending danger or doom
  • Panic
  • Increased heart rate and breathing
  • Sweating
  • Trembling
  • Physical fatigue
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Persistent worry
  • Sleeping problems
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) problems
  • Headaches
  • Other types of chronic pain
  • Avoidance

Life experiences and health conditions have been noted to trigger anxiety disorders. Certain symptoms of anxiety may be indicators of an underlying medical issue.

We can help

Our clinicians have the experience and knowledge to help treat your anxiety in a nonjudgmental, compassionate, and personalized way. We want to help you face your fears so you can overcome them. Anxiety therapy is a process and our clinicians will be with you every step of the way.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment with one of our clinicians. Please note that our clinicians are not medical doctors and do not prescribe medication.