Therapy for anxiety
Anxiety is a natural human response to stress, but when it becomes excessive or persistent, it can interfere with your daily life. We understand the debilitating effects of anxiety disorders, including phobias and panic attacks.
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How does anxiety manifest?
We recognize that anxiety manifests in different ways. Many individuals struggle with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), characterized by excessive and persistent worry about various aspects of life, often accompanied by physical symptoms like muscle tension, restlessness, irritability, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating.
For some, it might involve intense and irrational fears of specific objects or situations (phobias), while others may experience sudden episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms like heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and dizziness (panic attacks).
Our experienced therapists provide compassionate and effective therapy to help you understand your anxiety, develop coping strategies, and reclaim a sense of calm and control. We will work with you to identify the root causes of your anxiety, whether it’s related to specific phobias, panic attacks, or generalized anxiety, and develop a personalized treatment plan to address your unique needs.
The benefits of seeking therapy for anxiety, panic, and phobias


If you’re struggling with anxiety, phobias, or panic attacks, we encourage you to reach out to Westlake Psychotherapy of Austin. Our compassionate therapists are dedicated to helping you find relief and reclaim a life of peace and well-being.
Therapy can provide significant relief from the challenges of anxiety disorders. Some of the key benefits include:
- Increased self-awareness: Therapy helps you gain a deeper understanding of your anxiety triggers and develop healthier responses.
- Improved coping skills: You’ll develop effective strategies to manage anxiety-provoking situations and regulate your emotions.
- Reduced symptoms: Therapy can help you manage and reduce the frequency and intensity of anxiety symptoms, including worry, fear, and panic attacks.
- Enhanced quality of life: By managing your anxiety, you can experience greater freedom, confidence, and enjoyment in your daily life.
- Greater resilience: You’ll develop the tools to navigate future challenges with greater resilience and inner strength.
The benefits of seeking therapy for anxiety, panic, and phobias
If you’re struggling with anxiety, phobias, or panic attacks, we encourage you to reach out to Westlake Psychotherapy of Austin. Our compassionate therapists are dedicated to helping you find relief and reclaim a life of peace and well-being.
Therapy can provide significant relief from the challenges of anxiety disorders. Some of the key benefits include:
- Increased self-awareness: Therapy helps you gain a deeper understanding of your anxiety triggers and develop healthier responses.
- Improved coping skills: You’ll develop effective strategies to manage anxiety-provoking situations and regulate your emotions.
- Reduced symptoms: Therapy can help you manage and reduce the frequency and intensity of anxiety symptoms, including worry, fear, and panic attacks.
- Enhanced quality of life: By managing your anxiety, you can experience greater freedom, confidence, and enjoyment in your daily life.
- Greater resilience: You’ll develop the tools to navigate future challenges with greater resilience and inner strength.


Techniques used in therapy for anxiety
Our therapists utilize a variety of evidence-based approaches to help you manage and overcome anxiety. These may include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
CBT helps you identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety, replacing these thoughts with more realistic and balanced perspectives.
eye movement desensitization therapy (EMDR)
EMDR helps to reprocess memories, allowing the brain to process experiences in a less distressing way. This can significantly reduce anxiety symptoms and decrease phobic reactions.
mindfulness based stress reduction
MBSR teaches you to focus on the present moment without judgment, helping you to reduce worry and rumination in high-stress settings.
relaxation techniques
Our therapists will guide you through various relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing exercises and progressive muscle relaxation, to manage physical symptoms of anxiety.
Explore our therapy services
In addition to specializing in various evidence-based modalities and therapy techniques, Westlake Psychotherapy of Austin offers a variety of counseling and therapy services to meet your needs, including:
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