Expert Anxiety Treatment in Salisbury: Your Path to Peace and Confidence

Are Your Worries Holding You Back?

If you or your loved one is feeling overwhelmed by worry, struggling to fall asleep, or finding it difficult to relax, you're not alone. Social situations may feel challenging, or the thought of public speaking might make you want to avoid it altogether, even take a different path that doesn’t require public speaking. Perhaps you're concerned about what others think or feel pressure to perform perfectly. Maybe you've experienced moments where your mind goes blank during an important test or conversation, or you avoid certain situations—like driving over a bridge—because of fear.  These can all be signs that your anxiety interferes with you being your best, authentic self!

If any of these scenarios sound familiar, now might be the right time to seek support. At the Child & Family Center, our caring team of therapists and psychologists is here to help you regain control and find peace. We offer personalized, evidence-based treatments for individuals across the lifespan, designed to address your unique challenges and help you feel better, faster.

Whether you visit us in Salisbury or prefer the convenience of Teletherapy, our experienced and compassionate Maryland-licensed therapists  are committed to providing you with a safe, confidential space to begin your journey toward wellness. Let us help you take the next step toward a more relaxed, confident you.

Common Signs of Anxiety

Persistent worry about daily situations

• Physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat or sweating

• Difficulty concentrating at work or school

• Avoiding social gatherings or important events

• Changes in sleep patterns or appetite

If you recognize these signs, you're not alone. Many of our Salisbury clients have experienced similar challenges and found relief through our evidence-based treatments.

Treatments Offered for Anxiety

Several treatments are effective for treating anxiety, depending on your individual needs.  Our experienced therapists tailor treatment to each individual’s specific symptoms and situation. Below are the most common types of counseling therapies used to manage and reduce anxiety.

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).  CBT is the most widely used and effective form of therapy for anxiety disorders. It focuses on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety and replacing them with more balanced, realistic thoughts.  Years of scientific studies have demonstrated that CBT is a highly effective treatment approach for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, panic disorder, and specific phobias. Many of our clients report significant improvement in their anxiety symptoms within 8-12 sessions of CBT, with lasting results that help them maintain calmer, more balanced lives.

• Exposure Therapy.  Exposure therapy is another well documented and highly effective therapy for anxiety.   Exposure therapy involves collaborative planning with your therapist and then gradually being exposed to situations or objects that trigger anxiety in a safe, controlled environment. Over time, and under careful and encouraging collaboration with your therapist, exposure therapy reduces the fear response. Particularly effective for phobias, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).  ACT encourages individuals to accept their anxiety rather than fight it. It teaches mindfulness and encourages clients to focus on values and committed action, helping them live a meaningful life despite the anxiety. ACT is particularly beneficial for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, and health anxiety.

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).  DBT is a form of CBT that focuses on teaching skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It helps individuals manage intense emotions and anxiety-related behaviors.

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). MBSR teaches mindfulness techniques to help individuals become more aware of their thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them.  Meditation, awareness of physical sensations and breathing exercises are part of MBSR.  This approach reduces anxiety by promoting a non-judgmental awareness of the present moment.  MBSR can be an effective treatment for generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and stress-related anxiety.

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is a therapy originally developed for trauma but is also used to treat anxiety. It involves using bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements) while recalling distressing events to help process and reduce the impact of anxiety-provoking memories.  EMDR can be effective for anxiety related to trauma or PTSD, as well as phobias.

• Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). IPT focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication, which can often contribute to or exacerbate anxiety. It helps individuals address conflicts, role transitions, or social issues that trigger anxiety. IPT is particularly useful for social anxiety and anxiety linked to relationship issues.

• Guided Relaxation (GR) and Biofeedback.  GR helps individuals gain awareness of the physical responses to stress and anxiety by learning how to calm the body’s anxiety response in real-time. By learning to control these physical responses, such as heart rate and muscle tension, GR is very effective for reducing anxiety symptoms. When GR uses technology to help signal changes in physical responses, such as heart rate, it is referred to as biofeedback.  GR is particularly effective for anxiety accompanied by difficulty falling asleep, reducing physical symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks and generalized anxiety.

Each of these treatments can be used individually or in combination, depending on the specific type and severity of anxiety experienced. A professional counselor or therapist will meet with you to help determine the best approach for your unique experience.

Let our Experts Help You Start Feeling Better Today

Contact us now to schedule a free confidential 15-minute consultation.  Learn how we can help you start feeling better today. We are a no-judgement zone, unless of course, you find us cheering you on! We believe in celebrating success along the way, like you calling us now. We know it may feel impossible to pick up the phone to call us. That is how anxiety sidetracks your life. We are here for you, no matter how hard it is to ask for help. With your input, our experts will develop a plan that you can trust and believe in. Our treatments work. If you cannot leave your house, we have telehealth. We have your back! Let’s start quieting down that anxiety today!

Call our compassionate office staff today.  Then you’ll be on the road to feeling better.   

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