Anxiety Therapy in Wilmington and throughout NC
Anxiety can make it difficult to enjoy the most exciting aspects of life, much less the difficult, challenging times.
Do you feel like your mind is always “on” and you have no control over the thoughts and worries that enter your mind?
Maybe your anxiety used to help you problem solve or “get things done.” Now, it just feels like it gets in the way and makes even the smallest tasks seem like too much. Therapy can help if you:
Struggle to find motivation to complete tasks
Can’t make decisions because of all the “what ifs” that go through your mind
Worry about things that never happen
Feel exhausted by the constant questions and worries in your mind
You do not have to be ruled by your thoughts. There are tools that empower you to take control and focus on what really matters.
You don’t have to do it alone.
How Anxiety Therapy Works
Many anxiety sufferers do not realize that they have anxiety until it starts to impact their daily life. Maybe you thought this is how everyone walks around, until a friend pointed out that they don’t run through every possible scenario before making a decision, or fear that someone is angry with them because of a text message response. Perhaps this is when you thought “maybe I should talk to someone.”
Anxiety is our body’s natural way of trying to protect. That’s why it sometimes goes unnoticed or actually does help us make appropriate decisions! But when it starts to overcorrect and keep us from doing things we want to do, this is when therapy can help you redirect and understand what your anxiety is trying to tell you. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, you can learn to spot anxiety when it appears, and challenge the thoughts that may be inaccurate or over exaggerated. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can also help manage those anxious thoughts that may be rooted in real possibility (think: “What if the plane crashes? Or “What if my partner is cheating on me?”)
You do not have to let these thoughts throw you off track and decide how your day is going to go. It may sound scary to imagine a life without anxiety and overthinking, but on the other side of fear is a life that can be more calm, peaceful, and full of confidence. Whether you are a college student trying to make big life decisions and learn to be self-sufficient for the first time, or a millennial who has “always” been this way, and is looking for alternatives because the overworked, overtired version of yourself is no longer working- therapy can help you get there.
FAQs about Anxiety Therapy in Wilmington
If you have more questions have a look at the FAQ page or reach out.
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The short answer: No. The long answer: We will never push medication, as we believe it is a personal choice. Therapy can be a great addition to your established medication, but it can also be very effective as a stand-alone treatment. If you find yourself considering medication as part of your treatment, your therapist will be happy to discuss your options and how to combine these efforts.
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Anxiety is oftentimes a daily struggle for folks. For others, it might pop up in times of adjustment. Just like a gym routine or medical check ups happen consistently, therapy over time is also needed to maintain progress and address new issues that arise. This is not to say that therapy has to be forever, but if you find yourself going through a new change or phase of life, and your anxiety has roared its head- that’s a good sign that getting back in touch with a therapist could be just the thing you need.
How Anxiety Therapy in Wilmington, NC can help you:
If your anxiety feels like a juxtaposition to the life you want, you don’t have to settle for less. If you envision a more carefree and calm approach to the day, there are many skills and tools that can get you there. Learning to take charge of intrusive thoughts and trust your gut through fear and uncertainty is all part of the therapeutic journey.
Don’t assume that your anxiety is a requirement. If you’re ready for a change, reach out to begin working with one of our licensed therapists.
