Anxiety Therapy in Chicago, IL

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Experiencing anxiety from time to time is one of the most ubiquitous feelings in the human experience.

 

Whether it’s related to public speaking, health concerns, or work-related stress, many of us can relate to feelings of anxiety. While it's normal to feel anxious occasionally, persistent anxiety can indicate a deeper issue.

When anxiety starts to interfere with your daily activities, it may be time to seek professional help. If you’re searching for anxiety therapy in Chicago, IL, Williamsburg Therapy Group may be the right fit for you.

 

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What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a persistent feeling of fear or worry about everyday situations. While it's a completely normal response for many people, helping to motivate and drive them, constant anxiety can interfere with daily life and prevent individuals from reaching their full potential.

Anxiety can stem from various sources and manifest in different ways. For some, it may arise from mental health conditions like generalized anxiety disorder or social anxiety. For others, external factors such as work stress or financial concerns may be the cause. Regardless of the source of your anxiety, working with an experienced and compassionate therapist can help you navigate these challenges and enhance your quality of life.

 

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When to seek help for Anxiety

If anxiety symptoms are disrupting your life and hindering your ability to reach your full potential, consider scheduling a therapy appointment with us. Our psychologists can help you uncover the root causes of your anxiety and equip you with effective strategies to manage your worries and related symptoms. Here are some anxiety symptoms that therapy can help alleviate:

  • Excessive Worrying about trivial or ordinary situations
  • Problems Concentrating due to a disturbed working memory
  • Excessive Irritability during periods of anxiety
  • Muscle Tension especially after periods of anxiety has subsided
  • Fatigue as a chronic occurrence or after an anxiety attack
  • Trouble Sleeping whether falling asleep or staying asleep
  • Panic Attacks producing overwhelming physical symptoms such as increased heart rate, sweating, shaking, nausea, or shortness of breath
  • Social Avoidance or being overly shy and quiet in groups, especially with people not well known
  • Irrational Fear over everyday situations, objects, or animals

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Types of Anxiety Disorders

 

Anxiety can manifest in various forms and may be triggered by numerous factors, often accompanied by feelings of fear and worry. There are several types of anxiety disorders, including separation anxiety, body dysmorphic disorder, hypochondriasis, and others. Our psychologists employ a range of approaches in individual psychotherapy to support those dealing with anxiety disorders. Common anxiety disorders include:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is marked by ongoing and excessive worry about everyday situations, which can make it challenging for individuals to concentrate or get a good night's sleep.

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)

Social Anxiety Disorder is defined by a strong fear of social situations, which often results in avoidance of these scenarios. Individuals with social anxiety may experience discomfort and anxiety, even in familiar company. Treatment options for social anxiety can include exposure therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and talk therapy.

Panic Disorder

Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent panic attacks, which are sudden episodes of extreme fear or discomfort. During a panic attack, people often experience physical symptoms such as a rapid heart rate, sweating, and shortness of breath. Panic disorder is often combined with other modalities of anxiety.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

OCD is marked by intrusive and distressing thoughts (obsessions) that drive individuals to engage in compulsive behaviors to alleviate the anxiety these thoughts create. For instance, someone with OCD might spend hours daily washing their hands or repeatedly checking that doors are locked.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder condition can develop after exposure to a traumatic event, such as a car accident, sexual assault, or wartime combat. People with PTSD may experience flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive memories of the event long after it has occurred.

Phobias

A phobia is an intense, irrational fear of a particular object, situation, or activity, leading individuals to avoid the feared stimulus at all costs. Phobias can be broad, like a fear of heights, or highly specific, such as a fear of spiders.

 

Common Anxiety Questions

 

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Our professional psychologists and psychiatrists are ready to help you overcome your anxiety.
With the help of our anxiety therapists in Chicago, IL, you'll receive a treatment plan that provides structured support and care.

 

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