ANXIETY TREATMENT

“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” - Viktor Frankl, Austrian Psychiatrist

Do you overthink things or ever feel burnt out?

What about after an issue happens, do you fixate on it or think about all the bad outcomes?

The CDC reported that slightly more than 1 out of every 3 people now experience anxiety symptoms of some sort. Given that the more stressors you’re exposed to the more likely you are to experience stress and anxiety, it’s no wonder why so many people are feeling this way—especially post-pandemic.

The silver lining is that with the support of a compassionate, experienced psychologist, you can more effectively work through the challenges you face and get back to feeling fulfilled and satisfied with your life.

The forms of anxiety we have research-backed training in and extensive clinical experience with treating include:

High-Functioning Anxiety: you’re skilled at your craft but struggle with feeling like you’re good enough; you often overthink and covet being in control.

Generalized Anxiety: you worry about many different things and find it challenging to control such worry; you struggle focusing and find it difficult to relax.

Health Anxiety (or Hypochondriasis): you’re concerned with developing some physical health issue, and you fixate you signs of physical discomfort.

OCD treatment: you obsess over some experience that brings about a sense of paranoia; you often try to alleviate the paranoia by doing something to control that experience you’re obsessing over.

Agoraphobia: you worry about and often avoid putting yourself in certain places or situations where you may feel anxious or panic and where escape is difficult.

Anxiety with Depressed Mood: your mood is often low, you struggle getting yourself motivated, and you feel hopeless about the future.

Anger Management: you are easily frustrated or annoyed by certain experiences and find it difficult to control your anger.

Person first, diagnosis second

This is a sentiment that we, at Portland Insight Psychotherapy, embody in our approach to psychotherapy. We’ll focus on developing a strong therapeutic bond with you, first, and then work along side you to achieve sustainable relief. We’ll work toward this through asking tailored questions while being transparent with you. We’ll also encourage your feedback about your experience in therapy with us.

What are the outcomes of treatment for anxiety?

While the outcomes of treatment for anxiety can vary depending on type and severity of anxiety and individual differences, here are a few potential outcomes:

Symptom Reduction: decreased feelings of worry, fear, or panic, as well as improvements in sleep, concentration, and overall functioning;
Improved Coping Skills: feeling empowered to navigate challenging situations more effectively and reduce the impact of anxiety on your daily life;
Enhanced Quality of Life: increased confidence, better relationships, and a greater sense of well-being;
Prevention of Complications: anxiety can lead to various complications, such as depression, substance abuse, or chronic health problems; anxiety treatment helps prevent these complications;
Long-Term Management: ability to recognize and respond to early warning signs of anxiety relapse and maintaining healthy habits over time;
Personal Growth: a deepened understanding of yourself, a capacity for self-compassion, and a newfound sense of purpose or fulfillment in life.