Anxiety Treatment

Therapy is one of the most effective ways to manage anxiety and stress. Working with an experienced anxiety psychologist, you can learn to identify and manage your symptoms, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and improve your overall wellbeing.

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Anxiety Treatment in Brisbane

It is normal to experience anxiety from time to time. However, for some people, anxious feelings don’t go away and are out of proportion to the situation. High levels of anxiety can affect your ability to concentrate, sleep and carry out ordinary tasks. Treatment with an experienced anxiety psychologist can help.

How Anxiety can affect you in 3 possible ways

Psychologically we can experience a state of apprehension or uneasiness and sometimes unhelpful thoughts about the situation and our ability to cope.
Behaviourally anxiety can affect our ability to enter or stay in situations, express ourselves or deal with everyday situations.
Physiologically we may experience symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, a dry mouth, sweating, muscle tension and a feeling of queasiness.

Anxiety Disorders Symptoms

Anxiety symptoms may not be obvious, and the experience will vary from person to person. For instance, the symptoms are very intense in a panic attack situation. Some common symptoms of anxiety include:

Obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviour
Avoidance behaviour and social isolation
Restlessness
Irritability
Hot and cold flashes/sweating
Faintness/dizziness
Racing heart
Muscle tension
Difficulty breathing
Tightening of the chest
Upset stomach or nausea.

Common Types of Anxiety Disorders

Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Excessive worry about work, relationships and other life situations. More about Generalised Anxiety Disorder >
Social Anxiety

Excessive fear of being judged in social situations or being embarrassed, judged or criticised. More about Social Anxiety >
Panic Attacks

Sudden intense episodes of fear and worry. More about Panic Attacks >
Agoraphobia

Can cause avoidance in certain situations due to fear of having a panic attack.
Specific Phobias

Intense fear of a situation or object, such as small spaces, animals, insects or people.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or OCD

Characterised by unwanted thoughts and impulses or obsessions that cause repetitive behaviours as a coping mechanism. More about OCD >

Anxiety Treatment with a Psychologist

Therapy is one of the most effective ways to manage anxiety and stress. Working with an experienced anxiety psychologist, you can learn to identify and manage your emotions, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and improve your overall mental health and wellbeing.

An anxiety psychologist can help you recover and prevent relapse using treatments and evidence-based methods, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy or CBT Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or ACT Therapy, and Schema Therapy.

Talking about your problem with someone you trust is also an excellent place to start when seeking help and information. You may also wish to consult your General Practitioner (GP) to discuss your symptoms and treatment options.

Anxiety Treatment Benefits

Psychological therapy has numerous benefits when it comes to managing anxiety. Therapy with an experienced anxiety psychologist provides a safe and supportive environment to explore your feelings and emotions. It can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and the root causes of your anxiety and stress, as well as develop effective coping strategies to manage them.

Another benefit of therapy is that it can help you improve your communication skills. Many people who struggle with anxiety can find it difficult to express their emotions and communicate their needs effectively. Working with an anxiety psychologist can help you develop the skills to communicate more effectively with others, which can help reduce stress and anxiety in your daily life.

Therapy can also help you develop a stronger sense of self-awareness. By exploring your thoughts and emotions with a trained professional, you can gain a better understanding of your strengths and weaknesses and develop a greater sense of self-confidence and resilience.

Find an Anxiety Psychologist Near Me

Anxiety therapy is available in Brisbane and is offered by a number of qualified psychologists in private practice.

Anxiety treatment is generally delivered through individual counselling sessions and can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Many psychologists in Brisbane who offer treatment for anxiety also have experience working with a range of anxiety disorders, including social anxiety, phobias and fears, OCD and other commonly presenting issues such as depression.

You can find an Anxiety psychologist online and call or send them an online booking request to learn about their experience, fees and availability. You can also ask for a referral from your GP or psychiatrist. It is important to ensure that the psychologist you choose is trained and experienced in treating Anxiety and understands the condition well.

Anxiety Resources

Breaking Free from Anxiety: The Best Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches

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How to be Brave in the Face of Fear

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Is It Possible To Overcome Anxiety?

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Feeling Anxious? Then ‘Watch’ the News!

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What to do when you are feeling overwhelmed?

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K10 Anxiety and Depression Self-Assessment

The anxiety and depression online test measures how you may have been affected by depression and anxiety over the past four weeks. Your answers and results will be automatically sent to you by email and remain confidential.

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Sources

BeyondBlue – Anxiety

HealthDirect – Anxiety

Anxiety Treatment

Anxiety Treatment in Brisbane

How Anxiety can affect you in 3 possible ways

Anxiety Disorders Symptoms

Common Types of Anxiety Disorders

Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Social Anxiety

Panic Attacks

Agoraphobia

Specific Phobias

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or OCD