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894 people sought anxiety therapy help at Cornelius in the last year

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Hear from our clinicians

What is your go-to approach for anxiety therapy?

Christian: My go-to approach for treating anxiety is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

Amy : My go-to approach for helping people in anxiety therapy is to focus on problem-solving and identifying patterns of negative thoughts and behaviors. I find the best benefit in this because this allows the client to process feelings, learn to identify triggers, and focus on future goals. I also cater my approach to each client's needs, as every person is different.

What tools do you teach in anxiety therapy?

Christian: I teach the following tools in anxiety therapy:

  • Coping skills
  • Mindfulness
  • Challenging thoughts
  • Progressive muscle relaxation

Amy : "I teach the following tools in individual therapy:

  • Psychoeducation: Provides information and support to clients and families regarding their diagnoses, symptoms, and coping skills.
  • Assertiveness training: Teaches individuals to express their needs, wants, and feelings in a clear, respectful, and confident manner.
  • Coping skills: Strategies to manage stressful or difficult situations, emotions, and thoughts.
  • Mindfulness techniques: Meditation and deep breathing to help individuals be more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and body responses.
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How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy?

Christian: I know a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy when they begin to recall and practice their coping skills outside of therapy.

Amy : I know that a client is making meaningful progress when they report improved use of positive skills, self-management of symptoms, reaching their personal goals, and having decreased symptoms.

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

Christian: Clients can supplement their time in anxiety therapy with self care!

Amy : Clients can supplement their time in therapy with mindfulness techniques, increased socialization, open communication with their support system, and increased physical activity, such as yoga.

What should someone do to prepare for starting anxiety therapy?

Christian: Come open, honest, and ready to be supported!

Amy : To prepare for your first therapy session, you can write notes that you would like to discuss, think of your goals for therapy, and try not to be nervous, because I am here to help!

Starting Anxiety therapy in Cornelius

What is anxiety therapy?

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

If you struggle with anxiety, working with a mental health professional can help. Call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Cornelius, NC to get started with one of our counselors or therapists. You can schedule online or give us a call at (980) 217-8678.

Anxiety: Symptoms and Types

Anxiety is a common mental disorder that can look different for everyone. There are many different forms of anxiety that present themselves in different ways.

Some of the most common types of anxiety are:

  • Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD): This is a disorder that involves excessive and persistent worry about activities or events –– even normal, everyday issues. The level of fear is often out of proportion with the reality of the event. Symptoms of GAD include excessive worry, restlessness, exhaustion, irritability, sweating, and trembling.
  • Panic disorder: Panic disorder involves recurring panic attacks, which are intense surges of fear and anxiety that can peak quickly. These attacks can be scary, so someone with a panic disorder might spend a lot of time and energy avoiding situations that can cause an attack. Symptoms associated with panic attacks include racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, sweating, chills, trembling, lightheadedness, and chest tightness.
  • Phobias: Phobias are marked by an intense fear response to a specific stimulus. Someone with a phobia disorder could be terrified of a certain animal, heights, the dark, thunderstorms, or something else. People with a phobia disorder often spend an unnecessary amount of time and effort avoiding the source of their fear.

Anxiety symptoms can overwhelm everything else in your life but treatment can help you feel better and chart a healthier future. Call our office today at Thriveworks Counseling in Cornelius, NC to start working with a therapist or counselor.

How Can a Therapist or Counselor Help Me?

Therapists and counselors are trained in treating anxiety. They’re able to create a space for you to discuss your worries and fears in order to move past them. A provider can guide you through psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, to reduce anxiety and make it easier to manage.

There are many different types of therapy that can be used depending on your specific disorder and presentation of symptoms. One commonly used therapeutic technique is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which is used to treat a wide variety of mental disorders, including anxiety. CBT targets unhealthy thought patterns and cognitive distortions. Your anxiety therapist or counselor will work with you to see how your thoughts impact your life and work with you to change them.

Other forms of therapy include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure therapy, and psychoanalysis. Regardless, of the therapeutic method chosen, your counselor or therapist will first spend time getting to know you and your situation. From there, they’ll create an individualized treatment plan that targets your specific issues and symptoms. You’ll work together over the course of future therapy sessions to learn coping skills and relaxation techniques to help manage your anxiety in the long run and reduce stress in your life.

No matter what your anxiety may look like, a professional from Thriveworks Counseling in Cornelius, NC can help you manage it to live a happier life. Call our office today to get started.

Schedule Your First Session at Thriveworks in Cornelius, NC

Working with a therapist or counselor from Thriveworks Counseling in Cornelius, NC can help you manage stress and reduce anxiety in your life.

We offer flexible cancellations and rescheduling to accommodate your busy schedule. We also accept many major health insurance plans to help make treatment more affordable.

Call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Cornelius, NC today to get started. Our scheduling team will help—book online or reach out at (980) 217-8678 to begin.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Cornelius accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Caresource

  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Cornelius
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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My provider is very skilled at what she does. She has a way of framing thoughts that helps me understand and process my feelings. She also gives me practical strategies and tools I can apply in daily life.
Tonya Apr 2025
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I absolutely love my therapist and the quality of sessions I receive from her.
Tanya Apr 2025
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Christine is very personable and knowledgeable. I appreciate and value her insight and the positive impact it has had on my mental wellness.
Jae Apr 2025
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Easy to schedule, smoother experience than trying to go independently through psych today. Provider is helpful and welcoming.
Daniel Apr 2025
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Fast appointment availability. I feel like the counselor understood me and was not judgmental
Angela Apr 2025
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I appreciate all of the continuous updates about payments, upcoming appointments and needed assessments. I truly like my provider and would recommend her. I am thrilled to have appointments via Zoom bc my health limits my ability to get to appointments out of the home so I am finally able to get care I need.
Read more I appreciate all of the continuous updates about payments, upcoming appointments and needed assessments. I truly like my provider and would recommend her. I am thrilled to have appointments via Zoom bc my health limits my ability to get to appointments out of the home so I am finally able to get care I need.
Sandra Apr 2025
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★★★★
It was very easy to find and schedule with a provider I thought best fit my needs with my insurance in mind.
Jade Mar 2025
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Krystal made my first session very comfortable and welcoming. Her goal is to get the best version of yourself she can. I can’t thank her enough for saving my life when I didn’t even know how desperate I was to be saved. HIGHLY recommend her services.
Read more Krystal made my first session very comfortable and welcoming. Her goal is to get the best version of yourself she can. I can’t thank her enough for saving my life when I didn’t even know how desperate I was to be saved. HIGHLY recommend her services.
Belinda Feb 2024
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cornelius is located off of W Catawba Ava in Johnsbury Square. We are in the same building as Jo Anne Barron, Southern Homes of the Carolinas. Nearby businesses include Artistic Interior Design and Goodwill.

Phone number

(980) 217-8678

Languages spoken by NC providers

  • English
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