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Our providers offer panic attack disorder therapy in Henrico, VA

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176 licensed therapists & providers in Virginia—6 in Henrico. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

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94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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Panic attack disorder therapy FAQs

What is panic attack disorder therapy?

Panic attack disorder therapy is a specialized therapeutic approach designed to help individuals suffering from recurrent and debilitating panic attacks. During therapy sessions, individuals work closely with trained Thriveworks Henrico therapists to identify and understand the triggers and thought patterns that contribute to their panic attacks. Through panic attack disorder therapy, individuals learn to manage their anxiety, develop coping strategies, and regain control over their lives, ultimately leading to a reduction in the severity of panic attacks.

How does panic attack disorder therapy work?

Panic attack disorder therapy often utilizes cognitive-behavioral techniques like exposure therapy and relaxation exercises to help individuals manage and mitigate panic attacks. These methods involve desensitizing triggers, reducing physical and emotional symptoms, and challenging irrational thought patterns to empower individuals to recognize, control, and reduce the frequency and intensity of panic attacks.

Is panic attack disorder therapy conducted in person or online?

Panic attack disorder therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and through Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does panic attack disorder therapy last?

Panic attack disorder therapy may last for a variable amount of time, depending on the individual’s unique needs.

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Panic Disorders in Short Pump, VA—Therapy and Counseling

Liz was sleeping sweetly one evening when all of a sudden she wasn’t. She woke with a knot in her stomach and an elephant on her chest. Liz was perspiring and breathing heavily even though she had just been relaxed and asleep. Her heart raced. Right before she was ready to call an ambulance, the feelings faded. Did she have a heart attack or a stroke? Liz decided to go see the doctor in the morning, and there, she found out that this was a panic attack.

People can suffer from panic attacks without warning and a discernable reason. When they occur repeatedly and disrupt daily life, they may have become a panic disorder.

With the guidance and care of a skilled therapist, many explore and resolve the root causes of panic disorder. The therapists at Thriveworks Henrico treat panic disorders. They often combine cognitive behavior therapy, exposure therapy, and/or medication to tailor a treatment plan that addresses their client’s specific needs.

Panic Disorder: Signs and Symptoms

Panic attacks are a serious threat to a person’s mental health, and The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) recognizes panic disorders (DSM-5 300.01 [F41.0]). The following characterizes a panic disorder:

  • When a person suffers from repeated (at least two) and unpredictable panic attacks. People often feel discomfort, anxiety, and fear that builds for several minutes and then subsides during the attack. At least four of the following symptoms must be present to be considered a panic attack:
    • Fear of going crazy or losing control
    • Perspiring excessively
    • Fear of death
    • Irregular or escalated heart rate
    • Shaking or convulsions
    • Feeling choked
    • Depersonalization or detachment from oneself
    • Feeling smothered or experiencing shortness of breath
    • Numbing or tingling sensations
    • Chest pain and/or tightness
    • Dizziness and/or faintness
    • Nausea and/or abdominal pain
    • Hot flashes or chills
  • Experiencing at least one of the following after a panic attack (or panic attacks) for at least one month:
    • Acute concern that another panic attack will occur and/or another, similar, negative health consequences will occur (e.g., a stroke).
    • Adjusting one’s everyday schedule in an attempt to avoid or decrease the panic.

Therapies for Panic Disorders

Skipping out on work opportunities, family functions, and fun with friends is not the only option for people who suffer from a panic disorder. Various therapies can be combined to find a treatment plan that addresses people’s particular needs, and panic disorders have proven responsive to these therapies. Some of those effective therapies include:

  • Exposure therapy: With a skilled therapist and a safe space, people can learn to normalize, accept, and cope with their panic attacks by being exposed to their feelings and sensations. When people increase their ability to cope with the attacks, their frequency and severity may decrease.
  • Medication: Certain medicines may make exposure therapy or cognitive behavior therapy more effective. Antidepressants or benzodiazepines can abate symptoms so that people can more easily build coping skills and/or address the root causes of the disorder.
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy: Certain unhealthy behavior patterns or thought systems could be contributing to the panic disorder. These, often, are learned during a childhood trauma. Cognitive behavior therapy aims to work through the trauma and replace unhealthy behavior and/or thinking that resulted with healthy ones.

Therapy at Thriveworks Henrico, VA

When you call our office, rest assured that:

  1. Night and weekend appointments are available.
  2. A person will answer—not a voicemail.
  3. Many insurance plans are accepted.
  4. New clients often attend their first appointment within 7 days of their first call.

It’s time to live your life. Call Thriveworks Short Pump or book online today to get treatment for your panic attack symptoms.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Henrico accept 30 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Henrico
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Latoya is extremely knowledgeable and skilled in her craft. Her kindness, patience, and professionalism are what makes her stand out from other therapists. She has a way of letting me tell my story from my point of view. Then, she will correct and make recommendations tactfully and respectfully. I am so grateful to have had her as my counselor over the last few years. I am a better version of myself because of her advice.
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Benet Mar 2026
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★★★★★
LaToya and I have connected right from the first session. She presents confidently and always makes me feel as if she's excited to see me. Her confidence makes me comfortable to talk with her and that she will direct and redirect me gently.
Vijay Mar 2026
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★★★★★
I have been working with Latoya for well over two years and have developed a professional relationship to where nothing feels forced, they remember important life events, and it feels like a genuine conversation. Its monumental in the process of therapy when an outside party I have never met prior to these circumstances is able to relate, identify, and talk through/strategize ways of coping.
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Bernard Mar 2026
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★★★★★
The therapy I’m receiving from Latoya has helped so much in the way I navigate life and handle my emotions and feelings. She has provided effective tools for relaxing, breathing, reflecting and calming down. I was at a very low, despairing point in my life, lacking self-confidence and having feelings of low self-worth, when I first came to Latoya. Over the weeks and months of therapy I have begun to thrive, finding joy in the simple things of life, exploring new hobbies and reconnecting with family and friends. My life has taken on new meaning and purpose for which I am so grateful. Shoutout to Latoya for her encouragement, her positive energy and her affirmations. She is empathetic and has a genuine concern for her clients and a dedication to the work she does. Thank you Thriveworks for being here.
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Luna Mar 2026
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★★★★
We haven't really started on the therapy part yet, hence the neutral rating. We've only done the one intake session.
Krystal Mar 2026
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★★★★★
Wendy is the best there is! I wouldn’t change a thing!
Norah Dec 2025
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★★★★★
Tricia McCarty is a fantastic provider and she has helped me drastically change my life for the better.
Autumn Dec 2025
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I felt at ease with Ashley immediately. She listened and provided valuable feedback.
Ryleigh Sep 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

12093-95 Gayton Rd
Henrico, VA 23238

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Henrico is located in the Gayton Crossing Shopping Center near Gayton Road and Gaskins Road, off West Broad Street. It is close to Vertical Church and just a short distance from the Tuckahoe Village West Recreation

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Phone number

(804) 265-4857
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Languages spoken by VA providers

  • English
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Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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