Anxiety can show up in a lot of different ways—from constant worry and racing thoughts to panic attacks, OCD, stress, avoidance, and that nagging feeling that something just isn’t right.

In this episode of The Self Help Briefing, Mike and Jen take a closer look at anxiety disorders and why working with a therapist who specializes in anxiety can make a difference. They also spotlight Calm Anxiety CBT Therapy Clinic and its work with clients in Chicago’s Andersonville community.

You’ll hear about several approaches commonly used in anxiety treatment, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based strategies, and EMDR.

Mike and Jen also talk about what it can feel like to start therapy, the importance of finding a therapist who feels like a good fit, LGBTQ-affirming care, virtual therapy, and why you don’t have to wait until anxiety completely takes over your life before asking for help.

• Why anxiety disorders are so common
• Why some people wait to seek help
• The value of specialized anxiety treatment
• How CBT, ERP, ACT, EMDR, and mindfulness may be used in therapy
• Virtual and in-person therapy options
• Why LGBTQ-affirming mental health care matters
• What to expect when reaching out for therapy
• Calm Anxiety Clinic’s presence in Andersonville

I can ask for help before anxiety takes over my life. I can learn new skills to create a calmer existence.

Calm Anxiety CBT Therapy Clinic provides specialized anxiety treatment for people in Chicago and throughout Illinois. For those who prefer in-person care, the clinic offers services in the Andersonville area along with virtual therapy options.

Learn more about anxiety therapy in Andersonville: Calm Anxiety CBT Therapy Clinic — Andersonville

National Institute of Mental Health — Anxiety Disorders Learn more about anxiety disorders, symptoms, treatment, and current prevalence information.

NIMH: Anxiety Disorders

Information about Calm Anxiety CBT Therapy Clinic, its approach to anxiety treatment, services, and locations was developed from information provided by the clinic.

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