Panic Attack Treatments at Wellness Psychiatry

Identifying the root cause of panic episodes is the first step in treating the condition. To identify whether you are suffering panic attacks, panic disorder, or any underlying issue that may mirror panic attack symptoms, our committed team will work closely with you. Our procedure of diagnosis may include:

• A thorough history of physical and mental health symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment
• Blood tests to assess thyroid function and rule out other medical conditions.
• A comprehensive psychological assessment to discuss your symptoms, fears, stressors, avoidance behaviors, and family history.
• Self-assessment questionnaires and discussions about substance use if applicable.

Intense feelings of fear or worry can strike suddenly and cause a variety of physical and mental symptoms known collectively as a panic attack. Examples of such symptoms could be:

• Heart palpitations or racing heart
• Sweating
• Shaking or trembling
• Chest pain or difficulty breathing
• Discomfort or pain in the chest
• Discomfort or sickness in the stomach
• Lightheadedness or dizziness
• Feverish tingling or numbness
• Perceptions of disconnection from one’s physical environment
• Concern about losing control
• Fear of death

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.

Darby provides psychotherapy appointments in our Lakewood office and virtually. She accepts Aetna and UHC. Darby is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She uses multiple treatment approaches including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness Based and Solution Focused Therapy.

Ellen provides care in our Lakewood office and virtually. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Cigna, and BCBS. Ellen is a Board Certified psychiatric mental health purse Practitioner. She has her Doctorate in Nursing Practice. She joined Wellness Psychiatry in November 2022 with the goal of providing compassionate, evidence-based care to a wide variety of patients.

Jordan provides care in our Lakewood office and virtually. Jordan’s passion lies in caring for individuals throughout all stages of life, with a distinctive focus on pregnant and postpartum women, those facing the challenges of infertility or perinatal loss, and individuals dealing with premenstrual or perimenopausal mood changes. Additionally, she finds great fulfillment in supporting assigned female at birth adolescents who are navigating the complexities of mood fluctuations, grappling with academic performance challenges, or experiencing a combination of both.

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.