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924 people sought anxiety therapy help at Boca Raton in the last year

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Thirty years of experience has taught me that every client's situation or problem is unique, but there is always hope for a solution or better outcome... Thirty years of experience has taught me that every client's situation or problem is unique, but there is always hope for a solution or better outcome once the client and I, in collaboration, find their inner strength and resilience to tap into. Read more

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Amanda Buff

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What is your go-to approach for anxiety therapy?

My go-to approach for treating anxiety is using mindfulness-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. I find the most benefit in using strategies from this because it allows people to learn they have permission to experience their emotions while also exploring ways to change perspectives and behavioral strategies.

What tools do you teach in anxiety therapy?

I teach the following tools in anxiety therapy:

  • Psychoeducation - providing information on anxiety, including symptoms, signs, and behaviors associated with anxiety, to help build awareness and normalize the symptoms.
  • Anxiety checking - keeping track of anxiety throughout the week, including thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and triggers to help clients gain perspective of their cycles.
  • Controlled breathing - deep breathing exercises that help with reducing the physiological responses of anxiety.
  • Progressive muscle relaxation - deep breathing paired with muscle tension and release for each muscle group to help alleviate physical sensations related to anxiety.
  • Self-care routines - exploring ways clients currently take care of themselves in the areas of mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and professional well-being, and identifying specific ways they can better meet their needs.
  • Grounding exercises - address feelings of overwhelm or distress, and other negative emotional states, by reminding clients to be present when they are ruminating about the past or anticipating the future.
  • Compassion therapy - demonstrating how to show more kindness and compassion to themselves during difficult moments, while anxiety is present. I like to ask the question, “What would you say to a friend who is struggling?” and have clients practice saying that to themselves.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy when they recognize they are able to face anxiety-provoking situations with more ease and realize they have more confidence in being in situations that they used to avoid.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement anxiety therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in anxiety therapy with journaling techniques, using deep breathing and grounding exercises outside of sessions, incorporating a self-care routine, having “mini self-therapy” to monitor their anxiety outside of sessions, using self-compassion, and practicing mindfulness.

What should someone do to prepare for starting anxiety therapy?

To prepare for your first session to address anxiety, you can reflect on what some of the triggers for your anxiety have been, symptoms you have been noticing, the impact of the anxiety on your life, and goals around anxiety that you would like to work towards in therapy.

Starting Anxiety therapy

What is anxiety therapy?

Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Boca Raton, FL can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.

How does anxiety therapy work?

Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Boca Raton therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.

How to deal with anxiety?

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.

Symptoms of anxiety

Common symptoms of anxiety include:

  • Sense of impending danger
  • Nervousness/restlessness
  • Trouble focusing
  • Excessive sweating
  • Shaking
  • Headaches
  • Stomach issues
  • Fatigue
  • Panic attacks
  • Increased heart rate

What is the best therapy for anxiety?

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.

Is anxiety therapy conducted in person or online?

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.

How long does anxiety therapy last?

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.

Is therapy worth it for anxiety?

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.

Need more help deciding?

Anxiety Therapists in Boca Raton, FL—Palm Beach Therapy for Anxiety

Anxiety can vary from person to person and even change in appearance on a daily basis, but it’s main characteristic is excessive, uncontrollable worry. This worry can make one feel hopeless, fearful, and completely unhappy. Fortunately, there is effective treatment available to those who suffer with any type or degree of anxiety: anxiety therapy.

Thriveworks Boca Raton offers anxiety therapy in the Palm Beach, FL area for those who are struggling with anxious thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The anxiety therapists and psychologists that we partner with have an impressive number of skills and are required to complete an extensive level of training. Additionally, they have experience helping people just like you to manage and cope with their anxiety. These professionals can help you to live a happy, healthy life again and find greater success. If you’re struggling with any level of anxiety, consider reaching out. We can help with full-blown anxiety disorders as well as the occasional anxiety that cripples you. If you are searching for Palm Beach therapy for anxiety, Give Thriveworks Boca Raton near Delray Beach a call at (561) 285-3503 to schedule your appointment.

Am I Suffering from Anxiety?

We’re all forced to face occasional worries and everyday stressors. But sometimes, this worry can become excessive and completely impossible to control. Anxiety is a state of fear—one that is accompanied by harmful mental, emotional, and physical symptoms, including (but not limited to):

  • Impending doom
  • Excessive, uncontrollable worry
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Tense muscles
  • Inability to concentrate
  • Irritability
  • Insomnia and other sleep difficulties
  • Nausea
  • Sweating

Some people try to manage these symptoms by themselves, but many times, it proves too difficult. If you are struggling with these symptoms, let a professional help you. The anxiety therapists at Thriveworks Boca Raton are eager to help you manage these symptoms, cope with your anxiety, and ultimately live a happier life. If this sounds like something you’re interested in, give Thriveworks Boca Raton in Palm Beach a call.

What Are the Different Types of Anxiety?

There are several different kinds of anxiety, including generalized anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and more. Let’s break a few of these down further:

  1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Generalized anxiety is excessive and uncontrollable worry that one experiences on a daily basis. This is the kind of anxiety most people think of in the context of anxiety.
  2. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): PTSD develops after an individual experiences trauma, such as physical abuse or the loss of a loved one. One might experience nightmares or flashbacks stemming from the traumatic event, as well as other symptoms.
  3. Social Anxiety Disorder: An individual with social anxiety disorder experiences anxiety in social situations. One might experience symptoms during specific events or in all social events. We referenced this disorder above when we asked if you feel nervous or uncomfortable during social interactions or when you’re the center of attention.

Work with an Anxiety Therapist or Psychologist at Thriveworks Boca Raton in Delray Beach, FL

At Thriveworks Boca Raton in Palm Beach, we are focused on helping you to live a happier, healthier life. If you are suffering from anxiety, we understand that you might not be living life to the fullest. We want to help you better manage your symptoms, cope with your disorder, and live well despite your anxiety.

If you think you could find value in Palm beach therapy for anxiety, reach out to Thriveworks Boca Raton. We have anxiety therapists and psychologists on staff, of whom offer flexible scheduling opportunities, including evening and weekend sessions. Give us a call at (561) 285-3503 and a scheduling specialist will help you schedule your appointment. We look forward to your call! Our Delray Beach anxiety therapists and psychologists can’t wait to get to know you. Put their skills, training, and experience to the test by working with them today.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Boca Raton therapists and counselors accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Caresource

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Florida Blue | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Exchange

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Self-pay costs at Boca Raton
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Talk therapy

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Psychiatry

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$1

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I have had a great experience. Scheduling is very easy and they send you reminders. My mental health has improved tremendously and I am very happy that I was able to seek treatment. Me counselor is the best!!! Thank you!
Read more I have had a great experience. Scheduling is very easy and they send you reminders. My mental health has improved tremendously and I am very happy that I was able to seek treatment. Me counselor is the best!!! Thank you!
sean Feb 2024
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Excellent service.
Sean Jan 2024
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Pamela has been my counselor for nearly 6 months. She has helped me understand the different relationships I have with my friends and acquaintances. Now I am better able to navigate relationships.
Read more Pamela has been my counselor for nearly 6 months. She has helped me understand the different relationships I have with my friends and acquaintances. Now I am better able to navigate relationships.
Boca Raton Sep 2022
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★★★★★
Pamela really helped me through some difficult issues; she helped me to understand the people in my life and how to interact with them and understand why they are how to understand them. With that knowledge, I am better able to interact. It is very helpful to have someone I can share everything with. And Pamela is that person for me.
Read more Pamela really helped me through some difficult issues; she helped me to understand the people in my life and how to interact with them and understand why they are how to understand them. With that knowledge, I am better able to interact. It is very helpful to have someone I can share everything with. And Pamela is that person for me.
Boca Raton Sep 2022
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My husband and I sought counseling due to several significant issues in our marriage. We were distraught and on the verge of divorce. Jeannie's approach to marriage counseling led us through a process that changed my perspective on my husband's actual needs and his to my needs. We didn't hear what the other was truly saying! I would highly recommend Jeannie to work with any couple from minor issues to major issues in their marriage.
Read more My husband and I sought counseling due to several significant issues in our marriage. We were distraught and on the verge of divorce. Jeannie's approach to marriage counseling led us through a process that changed my perspective on my husband's actual needs and his to my needs. We didn't hear what the other was truly saying! I would highly recommend Jeannie to work with any couple from minor issues to major issues in their marriage.
Boca Raton Feb 2020
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Jeannie was my counselor for over a year. When I met her my life was a mess. I can genuinely say that I am healthy, I graduated college, I focus on the positive that life has to offer. Jeannie is an amazing therapist!
Read more Jeannie was my counselor for over a year. When I met her my life was a mess. I can genuinely say that I am healthy, I graduated college, I focus on the positive that life has to offer. Jeannie is an amazing therapist!
Boca Raton Feb 2020
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boca Raton is located right off of Highway 1, on the west side of the highway. Our office is right in front of the Wick Theatre and neighbors the Lomnitzer Law Firm. We're also across the street from Steinway Piano Gallery and Particle Theory Labs.

Phone number

(561) 566-6801

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