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Mental Health Services in Wayne, NJ

Anxiety Treatment

Support for worry, avoidance, tension, racing thoughts, and anxiety patterns that interfere with daily life.

Need urgent support? This website is not an emergency service. If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. In the U.S., call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org for mental health crisis support.

Anxiety can show up as constant worry, avoidance, physical tension, irritability, sleep disruption, or fear that feels out of proportion to the situation. Treatment planning usually starts by identifying the specific anxiety pattern and how it affects daily routines.

  • Psychotherapy
  • Pharmacotherapy
  • Skills Training

What to expect

  • Persistent worry that is difficult to control.
  • Avoidance of driving, work, school, social settings, health appointments, or everyday responsibilities.
  • Physical symptoms such as tightness, nausea, trembling, restlessness, or sleep disruption.
  • Panic symptoms, intrusive fears, or anxiety that overlaps with depression or trauma.

Approaches we use

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy to identify anxious predictions and build more flexible responses.
  • Exposure-based planning when avoidance is maintaining fear.
  • Mindfulness, grounding, sleep, and stress-management skills to reduce reactivity.
  • Medication evaluation or medication management when symptoms suggest that may be useful.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

Who this helps

  • People whose worry takes up too much time or energy.
  • Adults avoiding responsibilities because of fear or discomfort.
  • Individuals with panic, health anxiety, social anxiety, or generalized anxiety patterns.
  • People who want practical tools between appointments.

Frequently asked questions

  • What type of therapy is commonly used for anxiety?
    CBT, exposure-based therapy, mindfulness-informed work, and skills practice are commonly used, depending on the anxiety pattern and the person's goals.
  • Can anxiety cause physical symptoms?
    Yes. Anxiety can involve physical sensations, but new or concerning physical symptoms should also be discussed with a medical professional.
  • When should anxiety be treated urgently?
    If anxiety includes thoughts of self-harm, danger to others, severe impairment, or inability to stay safe, seek emergency support right away.

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