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6,719 people sought anxiety therapy help at Alexandria in the last year

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Starting Anxiety therapy

What is anxiety therapy?

Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Alexandria, VA can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.

How does anxiety therapy work?

Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Alexandria therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.

How to deal with anxiety?

One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.

Symptoms of anxiety

Common symptoms of anxiety include:

  • Sense of impending danger
  • Nervousness/restlessness
  • Trouble focusing
  • Excessive sweating
  • Shaking
  • Headaches
  • Stomach issues
  • Fatigue
  • Panic attacks
  • Increased heart rate

What is the best therapy for anxiety?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.

Is anxiety therapy conducted in person or online?

Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.

How long does anxiety therapy last?

On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.

Is therapy worth it for anxiety?

Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.

Need more help deciding?

Anxiety Counselors and Therapists in Alexandria, VA—Counseling, Therapy for Anxiety

The counselors, psychologists, and therapists at Thriveworks Counseling Alexandria are well-trained and experienced to help you with your anxiety. They can assist you with understanding where your anxiety stems from, as well as how you can better manage those anxious feelings. Additionally, if you have an anxiety disorder, they can help to diagnose you and come up with a treatment plan. Call Thriveworks Counseling Alexandria today to schedule an appointment with one of our anxiety counselors or therapists.

What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety?

Some people experience anxiety occasionally, while others experience it daily. As with depression, there are many types, symptoms, causes, and effects of anxiety. That being said, the following are common indicators of anxiety:

  • Excessive worry
  • Irritability
  • Restlessness
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Racing or unwanted thoughts
  • Fatigue
  • Sweating
  • Insomnia
  • Trembling

These symptoms are difficult to deal with and can seriously harm your mental health and overall well-being. If you feel anxious daily, or you experience anxiety in specific situations, talk to a professional about it. They can help you to understand where your anxiety is coming from and how to best manage it. Additionally, they can explore the possibility of an anxiety disorder, such as generalized anxiety, social phobia, or another type. Whatever the case may be, an anxiety counselor or therapist at Thriveworks Alexandria can help.

How Does Anxiety Counseling Work?

Because anxiety can differ between one individual and another, the counselors at Thriveworks Alexandria will first work to understand your unique experience and presentation. Then, they will formulate a treatment plan that will best help you live a happy, healthy life again. This will likely involve changing thinking patterns.

Anxiety is often a result of negative thinking. Many of us engage in this bad habit. For example, when we walk out the door, we ruminate over a bad hair day or poor outfit choice; we assume that people are talking behind our backs or thinking poorly of us, and more. When we engage in these types of mental deceptions, it can lead to anxiety. Your counselor will work with you to target and change these negative thoughts so that you can have an anxious-free mind again.

If your anxiety goes deeper than negative thinking, don’t worry. Counseling for anxiety doesn’t stop at changing negative thoughts. Your anxiety therapist at Thriveworks Counseling Alexandria will use other approaches too, to help you manage your anxiety and live better.

Schedule an Appointment for Anxiety Counseling at Thriveworks Alexandria

If you are struggling with anxiety and want to learn how to manage it better, call or book online with Thriveworks Counseling Alexandria. We have anxiety counselors, psychologists, and therapists who are ready to help you live happier and healthier.

And with support available seven days a week, we’ve taken the hassle out of everything. Thriveworks opens the door to exclusive benefits, including:

  • A fast response time from your provider’s office. Most of our clients have their first session within a week of calling in for the first time.
  • Flexible appointment options, including those in the evenings and on the weekends.
  • Being able to schedule your session online, or in person.
  • A wide range of accepted insurance options

Call Thriveworks Counseling Alexandria—because there’s no reason to delay getting a professional’s help. With a provider’s support, you can reclaim your life from the mental health challenges standing in your way.

Are you ready to begin anxiety counseling? Give Thriveworks Counseling Alexandria a call and book your first session today.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Virginia therapists and counselors accept 1 insurance plans

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Self-pay costs at Alexandria
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Sarah Hawkins is a very compassionate person. She always encouraged me to try my hardest to solved my problems using her advise. I am bless for having her as my therapist.
Read more Sarah Hawkins is a very compassionate person. She always encouraged me to try my hardest to solved my problems using her advise. I am bless for having her as my therapist.
Sarah Feb 2024
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Ms. Brenda, is a outstanding MHP, she takes times to listen and gives outstanding advice. She always give suggested reading and the reading has helped tremendously.
Read more Ms. Brenda, is a outstanding MHP, she takes times to listen and gives outstanding advice. She always give suggested reading and the reading has helped tremendously.
ROBERT Feb 2024
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I had reached out to several therapists to find one that would fit. My therapist Noel, reached out and explained on what methods she uses to help with certain issues. She is a great fit for me and I am looking forward with working with her.
Read more I had reached out to several therapists to find one that would fit. My therapist Noel, reached out and explained on what methods she uses to help with certain issues. She is a great fit for me and I am looking forward with working with her.
Lynn Feb 2024
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I have looked so long for a new counselor and finally found a wonderful therapist through thrive works… Rhiannon Price has been working with me and has helped me so much
Read more I have looked so long for a new counselor and finally found a wonderful therapist through thrive works… Rhiannon Price has been working with me and has helped me so much
Michelle Feb 2024
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I really like my therapist Patricia Colby. She is so easy to talk to, and has a flexible schedule. She is understanding and really puts you at ease.
Read more I really like my therapist Patricia Colby. She is so easy to talk to, and has a flexible schedule. She is understanding and really puts you at ease.
Danielle Feb 2024
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My view with Dr. Young was a real eye opener.
Randy Feb 2024
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My therapist has helped me a lot and I'm going to continue with my session to approve myself even more
Read more My therapist has helped me a lot and I'm going to continue with my session to approve myself even more
Natasha Feb 2024
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I was very satisfied with first session/consultation with my therapist. I feel confident she will address my needs and look forward to working with her.
Read more I was very satisfied with first session/consultation with my therapist. I feel confident she will address my needs and look forward to working with her.
Marjorie Feb 2024
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria is located off Colvin St between Sweeley St and Roth St. We are located next door to the Alexandria Police Association and across the street from NACCAS (National Accrediting Commision of Career Arts and Sciences).

Phone number

(703) 936-6214

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