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2,721 people sought anxiety therapy help at Columbus in the last year

Discover how starting anxiety therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Starting Anxiety therapy

What is anxiety therapy?

Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Columbus, OH 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 Columbus 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?

Stress has always been crucial for human survival. That gut feeling that something is wrong was why we hunted for food, built shelter, and survived against the other predators of the world. Our brain is hard-wired to act like danger is imminent.

The problem is we don’t have to hunt for food, build our own shelter, or survive a bear attack! More often than not, a grocery store is just down the road, our homes have heat and sturdy walls, and the biggest predator is your overly ambitious intern. Even though the stakes have drastically shifted, our brains haven’t caught up yet. The survival system comprising of fight-or-flight instincts and cortisol is still on when you drive to work, sit down to study, or go to a fun dinner. Where this can get dangerous is when your danger-system becomes too good at pointing out danger. In fact, it starts screaming “Danger!” when none exists.

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.

What Are the Symptoms of Anxiety?

Have you ever told someone about how you’re feeling and how you suspect anxiety might be the culprit? And then they respond with, “But stress is good for you!”

Few things hurt more than being told your struggles are normal and to just tough it out. Especially when the truth is that anxiety is not healthy. And you could be the strongest person on earth and still hear the lies of anxiety. Anxiety is all-consuming. It can cause you to freeze when you should be moving, and then the next minute be working past exhaustion. When you think you finally turn a corner away from it, it somehow finds you again.

There is a way out of the vicious cycle! The first step is to distinguish between the day-to-day stress of life and 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 symptoms of anxiety are as unique as you are. There are different types of anxiety as well. Some people only experience anxiety in response to a specific trigger (like seeing a dog or eating in public). Others have thoughts that reoccur over and over again, with no way to shut them off. Most commonly is called generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) which is like living with the most suspenseful part of a movie on repeat. You know something bad is about to happen, but then… nothing does. And that feeling persists.

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.

Of course, our Thriveworks Columbus Anxiety Counselors have many tools and strategies that have been proven by research to help us overcome anxiety. Over time, researchers have found that talk therapy and other less traditional therapy methods (noted below) are most effective to combat anxiety. Medication may work for some people, but for most it is not a sustainable option.

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. 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.

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 Columbus therapists and counselors accept 26 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Ohio | BCBS

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Healthsmart

  • Humana Exchange

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Self-pay costs at Columbus
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

5.0 Learn about verified reviews
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I enjoy my councilor and she is easy to talk to.
Suzanne Dec 2023
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I am honored to recommend Jerome Rivers as a fellow clinician. He is one of the most diligent and proficient counselors that I know. I admire his ability to meet the client where they are whether it’s being silly or serious. You will be drawn to his genuineness and you should be excited to begin a new therapeutic journey with him, trust the process!
Read more I am honored to recommend Jerome Rivers as a fellow clinician. He is one of the most diligent and proficient counselors that I know. I admire his ability to meet the client where they are whether it’s being silly or serious. You will be drawn to his genuineness and you should be excited to begin a new therapeutic journey with him, trust the process!
Columbus Sep 2022
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★★★★★
I highly recommend Brianna Sheridan and her expertise as a therapist. I have had the pleasure to know Brianna for several years and have worked with her as a colleague. Brianna is very knowledgable and I have often sought her advice and insight regarding counseling matters and concerns. She is a competent, highly skilled, and a very compassionate therapist.
Read more I highly recommend Brianna Sheridan and her expertise as a therapist. I have had the pleasure to know Brianna for several years and have worked with her as a colleague. Brianna is very knowledgable and I have often sought her advice and insight regarding counseling matters and concerns. She is a competent, highly skilled, and a very compassionate therapist.
Columbus Sep 2019
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★★★★★
I recently started utilizing Thriveworks and my counselor is amazing! I have seen a few therapists over the years, but she is the first that I feel has real tools that work for me. I am an overly analytical person, and she has introduced me to so many new ways to think about various problems, new and old, that have given me a fresh perspective. Today was the second day in my short time here that I left with that "mind blown" feeling, and today I couldn’t believe the positive feelings I had on these new approaches she provided me. Also, which is the best part of course, the office is so peaceful and calming, the staff are all incredible, and just walking in the door makes me de-stress quite a bit. I definitely recommend giving Thriveworks a shot if you are looking for a welcoming place! Go Buckeyes!
Read more I recently started utilizing Thriveworks and my counselor is amazing! I have seen a few therapists over the years, but she is the first that I feel has real tools that work for me. I am an overly analytical person, and she has introduced me to so many new ways to think about various problems, new and old, that have given me a fresh perspective. Today was the second day in my short time here that I left with that "mind blown" feeling, and today I couldn’t believe the positive feelings I had on these new approaches she provided me. Also, which is the best part of course, the office is so peaceful and calming, the staff are all incredible, and just walking in the door makes me de-stress quite a bit. I definitely recommend giving Thriveworks a shot if you are looking for a welcoming place! Go Buckeyes!
Columbus Sep 2019
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Thriveworks is a great company that meets the needs of all its clients. Their compassion to help people is unmatched.
Read more Thriveworks is a great company that meets the needs of all its clients. Their compassion to help people is unmatched.
Columbus May 2019
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Columbus is located off of Northwest Blvd, just east of the intersection of Northwest Blvd and N Star Rd. Our building is shared by Schultz CPA, neighbored by Star & Northwest Auto Care, and across the street from Buckeye State Bank. The closest bus stop is Northwest Blvd & Stanford Rd.

Phone number

(614) 739-8926

Languages spoken by OH providers

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