Anxiety Therapy in Bergen County
Has anxiety taken over your life?
It’s time to take back control
Counseling can be life changing
We can all relate to the “butterflies in your stomach” feeling that kicks in when we prepare for a job interview, are walking alone in an empty parking lot, or stuck in traffic late for picking up the kids. But when anxiety rises to a level of fear and distress that significantly interferes with our daily lives, it’s time to take steps to take back control. We’ll help you dig deep to find the root causes of your anxiety, and teach you tools and techniques to meet it head on so you are more in charge of your feelings.
What Does Anxiety Feel Like?
Anxiety can manifest itself in countless ways, and with 40 million adults in the US suffering from this mental health issue, we can tell you that everyone’s experience is going to be different. During periods of anxiety, your body tends to go into flight or fight mode. Some people may find themselves gripped with nerves or fear. Others may be irritable and restless. Many will notice a change in appetite or suffer from a racing heart, upset stomach, or forgetfulness. Our therapists will help you explore your symptoms and develop a treatment plan to help you manage your anxiety so you can get back to being you again.
Are You Experiencing Any of These Common Signs of Anxiety?
- Racing mind
- Nervousness
- Terror
- Unwanted negative thoughts
- Inability to concentrate
- Feeling of constant tension
- Excessive worry over normal, everyday situations
- Avoiding social gatherings or specific places
- Irritability
- Difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Feeling restless
- Churning feeling in your stomach
- Nausea
- Feeling dizzy or light-headed
- Fast or irregular heartbeat
- Breathing too quickly
- Sweaty palms
- Headaches
- Change in appetite
- High blood pressure
- Pins and needles
- Grinding your teeth
- Needing to go to the bathroom more frequently
General restlessness - Confusion
- Emotional imbalance
- Forgetfulness
- Erratic decision-making
- Decreased sexual desire
Therapy can help you fight back against your anxious feelings so you can stop feeling so stressed, worried, and physically ill.
When to Seek Help for Your Anxiety
More intense feelings of worry or terror generally do not go away on their own, and they may actually get worse if you don’t seek out professional help. Below are some signs it’s time to talk to a mental health therapist NOW:
- You are always focusing on worst-case scenarios
- Your constant worrying is interfering with your relationships, ability to work, or other aspects of your life
- You can’t seem to control the fear and anxiety you are feeling
- You’re having panic attacks
- You have been trying to cope by using alcohol or drugs
- You are experiencing physical health problems along with your anxiety
- You have suicidal thoughts or behaviors — if this is the case, seek emergency treatment immediately
You Don’t Need to Live Feeling Anxious All the Time
There are so many things that factor into your mental wellbeing. Sometimes big life transitions can set off a wave of anxiety. A new job or career, divorce, having a baby, dealing with an illness, and caring for an aging parent can cause you to experience a host of emotions. The world we live in can also make unwanted feelings rise to the surface. War, natural disasters, violence, economic uncertainty, along with political tensions can put us on edge. Anxiety has a way of just popping up and sending you down a rabbit hole of what ifs and worst case scenarios, consuming your thoughts. But it doesn’t have to rule your life. Our team of women therapists understand where you are coming from and are here to help you identify the triggers and how to respond to them so you can improve your sense of wellbeing.
Therapy Can Help You Break the Cycle of Anxious Thinking
With the right techniques and guidance, you can challenge the negative thoughts that seem to always take hold. Our therapists take a holistic approach that focuses on your body and mind so you are better equipped to manage anxiety when it starts to creep in. During your sessions, you will learn to understand your emotions and behaviors and how to use the tools we provide to live a more calm, fulfilling, and productive life.
