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Anxiety Counseling in Columbus, OH—Counselors and Therapists

Anxiety is exhausting, frustrating, and can feel isolating. It’s completely valid to feel hopeless, but one thing is certain- you aren’t alone! Thriveworks Columbus anxiety counselors knows that gaining control over your thoughts and anxiety is possible.

We’ve seen people like you do it time after time. It doesn’t matter what lies your anxiety tells you, or how long you’ve believed them, or if you know that they aren’t real (but still continue to believe them); you are stronger than any lie your anxiety pushes on you. You are strong enough to fight this, and we are here to fight it with you. Reach out today for help.

What Are the Symptoms of Anxiety?

These are common symptoms when dealing with anxiety:

• Racing heartbeat, or tightness of chest throughout the day.
• Unusual sweating
• Tense muscles (especially in specific areas, like the upper back)
• Feeling dizzy or in a constant mental fog
• Racing thoughts
• Insomnia or unusual sleeping behavior
• Constant state of dread (Feeling like something bad will happen or already happened)
• Doubting yourself
• Not doing things that you use to find pleasure in

The Thriveworks Columbus counselors stress that having anxiety does not mean there is something wrong or weak with who you are. You are much, much more than your anxiety. Plus, anxiety is relatively common in today’s society. Our Anxiety counselors have years of experience and teaching to help you reach the fulfilling, happy life you deserve.

What Does Anxiety Counseling Look Like?

Thriveworks Columbus practices a client-centered philosophy. This means every session will be focused on you: what your goals are, what you’re struggling with, what outside factors might go into the counseling process, and so much more! Every situation is unique, and you deserve a unique plan for counseling to go with it.

A few of the strategies we might talk about and employ in a Thriveworks Columbus counseling session include:

• Learning how to identify anxious thoughts.
• Breaking down those thoughts (Are they true? Why do we believe them? What is the truth?)
• Coping methods- anxiety exists and likes to stick around. We all need to learn how to manage a bad day.
• Discover the root of the problem. Anxiety can often be traced back to an external factor that is hard to see on your own.
• Exposing you to the thing that causes you anxiety. Facing your anxiety in a safe, supported environment can actually make you less anxious next time you experience it outside a counseling session.
• Alternative therapies like music and art therapies are great for people who connect with these methods. They can help us explore and work through stubborn anxiety that a normal counseling session can’t reach.

These are just a few examples of what an anxiety counseling session might be comprised of.

Scheduling Anxiety Therapy at Thriveworks Columbus

Thriveworks Columbus is excited to work with you as we make progress towards the life you’ve dreamed of: free of anxiety and in control of your thoughts. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept most major insurances. Reach out today to get started.