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3,027 people sought anxiety therapy help at Kennesaw in the last year

Discover how starting anxiety therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Senovia Wyche
Senovia Wyche She/Her
Licensed Associated Professional Counselor (LAPC)
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, +5 more
LGBTQIA+, Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +13 more

As a person who has suffered from anxiety, I understand what strategies are needed to assist individuals in regulating their strong emotions.

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 1 pm View all availability
Renee Atwood
Renee Atwood She/Her
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +19 more
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Career, +7 more

As a clinician and trauma survivor, I understand difficulties of moving past your pain and will help you discover a new world filled with hope!

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 7 pm View all availability
Shantel Miller
Shantel Miller She/Her
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +20 more
Anger, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Stress, +8 more

I aim to empower individuals who wish to overcome personal obstacles; now is the time to put your mental health first.

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 10 am View all availability
Leslie Middleton Walters
Leslie Middleton Walters She/Her
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +20 more
Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Anger, Coping Skills, Infidelity, +13 more

With over 20 years of experience, I have realized that life situations happen when you least expect it.

Next opening: Fri May 2, 10 am View all availability
Lesley Hammond
Lesley Hammond She/Her
Licensed Associated Professional Counselor (LAPC)
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, +5 more
Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +4 more

As a seasoned clinician, I take an empathetic and collaborative approach in supporting and empowering individuals to overcome short- and long-term cha... As a seasoned clinician, I take an empathetic and collaborative approach in supporting and empowering individuals to overcome short- and long-term challenges. I understand the struggles and the rewards. Read more

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 11 am View all availability
Rebekah Duffner
Rebekah Duffner
Licensed Associated Professional Counselor (LAPC)
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, +5 more
LGBTQIA+, Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +10 more

As a biracial person, I have always felt drawn to understanding the construct of identity and the social, historical, and experiential factors that ma... As a biracial person, I have always felt drawn to understanding the construct of identity and the social, historical, and experiential factors that make us who we are. Read more

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 11 am View all availability
Kelly Freeman
Kelly Freeman She/Her
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +21 more
Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +11 more

As a single mother of 4 children I know and understand the unique challenges that come with parenting on your own and still making time for self-care.

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 7:30 am View all availability

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What is your go-to approach for anxiety therapy?

My go to approach for treating anxiety is to provide education to the client to help them understand both cognitive and physical responses to anxiety. I also focus on equipping clients with a variety of coping skills to respond to both physiological and cognitive responses to anxiety to help empower the client when managing their anxiety symptoms.

What tools do you teach in anxiety therapy?

I teach the following tools in anxiety therapy:

  • Mindfulness skills to help increase awareness to the connections between thoughts and feelings
  • Distraction planning that incorporates the senses
  • Guided meditations and breathing techniques
  • Finding past experiences in the client's life that highlights their ability to manage their anxiety

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy when they self-report that the intensity and frequency of anxiety and anxiety symptoms decreases. Other changes that indicate progress include the client's request for less frequent sessions, as well as consistent use of coping and self-soothing strategies.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement anxiety therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in anxiety therapy by including supportive individuals in their efforts to develop and use strategies discussed in therapy. Clients can also discuss additional resources (worksheets, books, journals, etc.) to help track or supplement their efforts in managing anxiety.

What should someone do to prepare for starting anxiety therapy?

To prepare for your first therapy session, you can complete any intake materials your therapist may send to assess the current impact anxiety may be having on your daily life. I would also encourage clients to be mindful that anxiety is a human emotion so managing expectations for therapy can be helpful. For example, a therapist/therapy will not be able to “stop anxiety” from occurring. I believe managing expectations can be a helpful first step before beginning treatment.

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What is anxiety therapy?

Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Kennesaw, GA 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 Kennesaw 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?

Are you looking for Cobb counseling for anxiety? Call Thriveworks Kennesaw at (770) 224-7408 to set up an appointment with one of our anxiety therapists.

We’re ready to get started when you are to fulfill your mental health needs.

How Does Anxiety Therapy Work?

Anxiety therapy varies on a case by case basis. Why? Because anxiety can vary, too! As we mentioned earlier, there are multiple anxiety disorders, each with unique symptoms, potential causes, and effects. We detailed GAD above; here are a couple other anxiety disorders:

  1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Generalized anxiety disorder is ongoing anxiety that interferes with daily functioning. Symptoms include constant worry, difficulty concentrating, and restlessness.
  2. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Obsessive compulsive disorder is characterized by excessive thoughts that drive one to engage in repetitive behaviors, or compulsions. Symptoms include ritualistic behavior, repetitive movements, and social isolation.
  3. Panic Disorder: Panic disorder is characterized by sudden feelings of terror or impending doom, even when the individual is in no real danger. Symptoms include fast heartbeat, chest pain, dizziness, and tingling hands.

Your treatment will be tailored to your specific anxiety disorder and your unique presentation of symptoms. For example, if you have OCD, your treatment needs to be different from someone who has GAD. The length of treatment can also vary from person to person, though for most, anxiety therapy is relatively short-term! To be more specific, the American Psychological Association (APA) reports that many people see significant improvement around the 8th or 10th therapy session.

Schedule with an Anxiety Therapist or Psychologist at Thriveworks Kennesaw, GA

If you’re ready to partner up with an anxiety therapist or psychologist at Thriveworks Kennesaw, give us a call right now at (770) 224-7408.

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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 Kennesaw therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Amberly Feb 2024
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I enjoy my visits w Mrs.Walters. She seems to really care, and she’s easy to talk to.
Amberly Jan 2024
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Carlene Battiste-Downie is an outstanding individual with clear vision and insightfulness. With her years of experience, I have no doubt that she would be able to provide the level of empathy and caring to help her clients to thrive.
Kennesaw Jun 2020
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Let's talk about Kelli Beechler for a second! This woman is an absolute God send to me! If you don’t believe in God, well then let's just say the universe or regardless of whatever it is you actually believe in, she has been an absolute gift in my life! This is a woman who NEVER makes you feel like you are just a number or a paycheck to her! I feel so thankful to know her! I can't fully express in words, how blessed I feel to have her in my life but I'm going to try just for the sake of someone else who might need to know her could be reading this. She is someone who’s beyond kind and compassionate and caring! She always meets me exactly where I am, and there has never been a single time that I don’t feel better after a session with her. My sessions change my week, my life, and also keep me sane when things go crazy! It brings me comfort in remembering no matter how hard things feel I get to see her and she will do whatever is in her power to help me help myself! She never fails to remind me who I am in my core, or what I’m trying to accomplish, or how to lead with a level head and not my emotions based on what I’ve told her I'm trying to accomplish. She helps me stay focused, determined, and accountable. Her soul is one of the best I’ve ever seen! I have been in and out of therapy the better half of my life and I'm about to be 28. I have had all kinds of people and teachings and nothing compares to the relationship I’ve developed with this woman in just a few short months. I don’t feel like she’s just a counselor, I feel like she’s my friend! Kelli shows up for me in a way no one else in my life does! I feel like I can tell her anything without fear. It's always a judgement free zone! I feel like she always comes from a place of love and of service in her heart! She’s always teaching me new ways and tricks and tips that help me. I am going through a great deal of things in my life right now and I’ve got to say I don’t really know what I would do without this woman and her support! The role she plays in my life is so significant. There is something so special about knowing you can count on someone, and not just count on someone but have great advice. There is something huge to say when a person is choosing to show up for you when you need them most, and I just want to express that I have literally never ever felt like I was just a way for her to make money. When I think about Kelli I can't help but want to express how beautiful her soul is. She is such a special person and anyone who knows her knows she’s a gift; the kind of pure magic! Don’t believe me? Set up a session with her and find out for yourself!
Read more Let's talk about Kelli Beechler for a second! This woman is an absolute God send to me! If you don’t believe in God, well then let's just say the universe or regardless of whatever it is you actually believe in, she has been an absolute gift in my life! This is a woman who NEVER makes you feel like you are just a number or a paycheck to her! I feel so thankful to know her! I can't fully express in words, how blessed I feel to have her in my life but I'm going to try just for the sake of someone else who might need to know her could be reading this. She is someone who’s beyond kind and compassionate and caring! She always meets me exactly where I am, and there has never been a single time that I don’t feel better after a session with her. My sessions change my week, my life, and also keep me sane when things go crazy! It brings me comfort in remembering no matter how hard things feel I get to see her and she will do whatever is in her power to help me help myself! She never fails to remind me who I am in my core, or what I’m trying to accomplish, or how to lead with a level head and not my emotions based on what I’ve told her I'm trying to accomplish. She helps me stay focused, determined, and accountable. Her soul is one of the best I’ve ever seen! I have been in and out of therapy the better half of my life and I'm about to be 28. I have had all kinds of people and teachings and nothing compares to the relationship I’ve developed with this woman in just a few short months. I don’t feel like she’s just a counselor, I feel like she’s my friend! Kelli shows up for me in a way no one else in my life does! I feel like I can tell her anything without fear. It's always a judgement free zone! I feel like she always comes from a place of love and of service in her heart! She’s always teaching me new ways and tricks and tips that help me. I am going through a great deal of things in my life right now and I’ve got to say I don’t really know what I would do without this woman and her support! The role she plays in my life is so significant. There is something so special about knowing you can count on someone, and not just count on someone but have great advice. There is something huge to say when a person is choosing to show up for you when you need them most, and I just want to express that I have literally never ever felt like I was just a way for her to make money. When I think about Kelli I can't help but want to express how beautiful her soul is. She is such a special person and anyone who knows her knows she’s a gift; the kind of pure magic! Don’t believe me? Set up a session with her and find out for yourself!
Kennesaw Apr 2020
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Lamonica Green has a level of patience and compassion that I have never seen. She has a way of connecting with children. I have observed her on many occasions with her special needs clients. She has a unique ability to engage them and get them to respond no matter what they are struggling with. She's extremely knowledgeable about her craft, and she's a wonderful teacher and advisor.
Read more Lamonica Green has a level of patience and compassion that I have never seen. She has a way of connecting with children. I have observed her on many occasions with her special needs clients. She has a unique ability to engage them and get them to respond no matter what they are struggling with. She's extremely knowledgeable about her craft, and she's a wonderful teacher and advisor.
Kennesaw Mar 2020
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Kelli is an amazing counselor. She is very open minded and listens carefully. She also shows genuine interest and empathy. She takes a solution focused approach.
Kennesaw Dec 2019
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3745 Cherokee St NW Suite 903
Kennesaw, GA 30144

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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Kennesaw is located off of Cherokee St NW, west of Bozeman Lake and around the corner from the Kroger on Jiles Rd. Our building is right next to Todd Immigration and Shoemaker Pediatric Dentistry, and across the street from J & S Air Conditioning Heating and Electrical.

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(770) 343-4919

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