Anxiety Treatment

Anxiety is a challenge that can be improved and in some cases eliminated. With the help of a professional therapist, it can be managed. A therapist can employ a variety of tactics to help ease anxiety, including behavioral treatments and medications. Behavioral treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), can help individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety.

Signs and symptoms of anxiety can manifest in feelings of panic, difficulty breathing, overwhelming dizziness, or even sweat. Combined with fear, these anxiety attacks can quickly transform into a full-scale panic attack that leaves them gasping for air and feeling on the verge of collapse. While these are terrifying symptoms, they don’t have to control your life.
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Whether you are looking for anxiety treatment solutions, the team at Wellness Psychiatry can help you to get on the path toward recovery. A Board Certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner can discuss medication options, while a therapist can help navigate strategies and coping skills to better manage anxiety.

Professional mental health services are necessary while treating anxiety. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners and licensed therapists all play a role in treatment anxiety. These professionals have received considerable education and training in identifying and treating anxiety disorders.

Amanda provides care in our Lakewood office and virtually. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Cigna, and BCBS. Amanda is a Board Certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). She received a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota before going on to become a Registered Nurse and PMHNP. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.

Kenzie provides psychotherapy appointments in our Lakewood office and virtually. She accepts UHC and Aetna. Kenzie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her practice involves the modalities and foundations of EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Poly-Vagal Theory, Systems Theory, Psychodynamic Theory, Empowerment Perspective, and the mind-body connection.

Laura provides care in our Winter Park office and virtually. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Cigna, BCBS, and the Grand County ACHES AND PAINS vouchers. Laura is Board Certified family nurse practitioner. She returned to school to further her education and skills in psychiatric care thus working towards her psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.

Amy has special interest in perinatal mental health, mood disorders, ADHD, and working with teens, LGBTQ+ individuals and older adults. As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, she strives to provide a caring relationship where each person can feel safe and accepted. Research increasingly supports an integrative approach to mental health care, which can include medication, therapy, nutritional support, and exploration of habits, history, and stressors. Amy will collaborate with you to find a treatment plan that is clinically appropriate and sensitive to your personal needs.