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As a member of the disability community, I know that the world is a beautiful place because of our differences. As a therapist, it...
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As a member of the disability community, I know that the world is a beautiful place because of our differences. As a therapist, it is my privilege to walk with you through challenging journeys to find clarity and embrace self-care and wellbeing, one breath at a time.
Sarah Whitlock is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors as they navigate life’s challenges and pursue personal growth. Her areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, grief, chronic illness, and major life transitions. Sarah is known for her warm, compassionate approach and for helping clients find purpose and strength within themselves.
Sarah earned her Master’s in Clinical Psychology from the University of Houston. She draws from mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. She believes healing starts with trust and is honored to walk alongside clients on their journey.
Sarah understands that seeking help is deeply personal. She aims to create a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Whether you're coping with loss, facing transitions, or simply seeking clarity, Sarah is here to support you as you turn the page and begin a new chapter in your life.
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Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in League City, TX can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks League City therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
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.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
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.
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.
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.
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.
Anxiety comes in all shapes and sizes, from the very minor and normal worries that every human has in response to stress, to debilitating symptoms that keep people isolated and captive to their anxious behaviors. Psychiatric NPs, counselors, and anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in League City, TX can treat the following types of anxiety disorder:
Children may develop specific phobias when they are suffering from anxiety. For example, they may fear the dark or strangers.
The licensed anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in League City, TX are on the lookout for externalized and physical symptoms as well as cognitive symptoms. For example, anxiety can sometimes manifest in the following:
Numerous effective treatments exist for treating and preventing anxiety. One of the most researched is called cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT. CBT aims to identify and modify maladaptive thinking patterns that can lead to anxiety.
The licensed anxiety therapists and other mental health providers at Thriveworks in League City, TX are also experienced in numerous other approaches to treating anxiety, including the following:
When you call the Thriveworks office in League City, TX, or jump online to schedule an anxiety therapy appointment, you can often meet with your counselor within a week of your first call. That quick turnaround can be a huge relief when you’re suffering from anxiety.
Virtual sessions are a convenient option, especially if your anxiety symptoms are flaring up. Other benefits include email and phone access to your licensed mental health professional between sessions, and a super flexible cancellation policy.
Thriveworks providers accept most forms of major health insurance, enhancing the affordability of their premium sessions. Call the office today to make your first appointment with an exceptional anxiety therapist who can change your life for the better.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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