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Thriveworks offers Stress management therapy, a type of therapy that helps people learn how to effectively manage and release their stress through the use of relaxation techniques, time-management practices, and mindfulness, among others. Relieving stress can greatly improve an individual’s mental health, as stress can detrimentally affect one’s emotional and physical well-being.
Stress management therapy functions by identifying the source(s) of stress and the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that are tied to it, then addressing them and creating healthy strategies for dealing with stress on a long-term basis. Additionally, Stress management therapy also helps people discover what warning signs they have that can let them know that they are stressed so that they can be more proactive in managing it.
The effectiveness of stress management therapy can vary from person to person, but some widely used and effective approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and relaxation techniques.
Five stress management counseling strategies include:
Whether to seek therapy for stress depends on the severity and impact of the stress on your life. If stress is significantly affecting your well-being, relationships, or daily functioning, therapy can be a helpful option to learn coping strategies and gain support. It’s important to assess your own needs and consult a mental health professional for guidance on whether therapy is appropriate for your situation.
Yes, stress management counseling can help significantly reduce the amount of anxiety that you feel.
Stress management treatment at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
For those with low amounts of anxiety and stress and simple goals, stress management therapy can be fewer than 12 sessions. However, for those with intense anxiety and more severe symptoms, therapy will likely last longer in order to effectively treat their stress and mitigate their symptoms.
There is no such thing as stress-free living. Everyone has some amount of stress in their life. Some have less, others have more. But not all stress is bad. In small doses, stress can help us deal with pressure-filled situations, and even drive us to levels of achievement that we never thought we could reach. Stress keeps us alert, motivates us, and helps us avoid danger.
If you are dealing with overwhelming stress that’s causing you distress, reach out to Thriveworks Buffalo for help. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept most major insurances.
Stress is primarily a physical response. When someone feels stressed, the body feels like it is under attack. The natural way the body deals with this is by going into “flight or fight” mode. In other words, one chooses whether to stay and fight, or run away. Going into this “fight or flight” mode can be very useful out in the real world. It’s what allows people to respond well to danger or threats.
Stress can cause problems when it manifests itself in inappropriate situations. During these times, when the body goes into “fight” mode, brain function is minimized. The brain senses that it is time to act, not think. This can lead to poor decision-making, impulsive negative behaviors, and anger. Spending too much time in “fight” mode can have significant negative effects on someone’s personal and professional life.
When the body goes into “flight” mode, it leads people to run away from their stressors (the triggers of their stress). However, in most situations, simply removing oneself from the cause of the stress will not relieve the stress, and “flight” (e.g., avoidance) can make the original problem worse and ultimately lead to stress levels rising even more. As stress starts building up more and more, it can lead to serious physical, psychological, and emotional distress in the body.
Is there an alternative to the negative impact of stress? The therapists at Thriveworks in Buffalo, NY have equipped many clients with healthy coping strategies for handling stress. Flight or fight are not the only options; instead, you can thrive.
There are many signs of elevated stress levels, both physical and emotional. The licensed counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Buffalo, NY can help identify and address these symptoms. A few (but not all) include the following:
Stress has many causes, and each person has unique triggers for stress. Stress can develop for different reasons, including, but not limited to, grief from the death of a spouse or loved one; relationship issues like divorce or a breakup; a serious injury, chronic pain or illness; job loss or other problems at work; physical health problems with children and family; financial problems; difficulty at school with friends or teachers; moving to a new home; and emotional problems such as depression, anxiety, guilt, or low self-esteem.
You do not have to go through life feeling stressed all the time. Contact Thriveworks in Buffalo, NY today for help, and start working towards a life with much less stress. Here are a few things we have done to make scheduling an appointment less stressful:
You can thrive! We can help! Call us at (716) 541-0841 to make an appointment.
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