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

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

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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), +22 more
Coping Skills, Stress, Life Transition, Anxiety, Depression

Congratulations on taking the first step in reaching your personal goals and attaining inner peace.

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Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), +20 more
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Facing whatever life throws at us is tough! I am here to help, no matter what.

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Carelon, +15 more
Stress, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression

As a young woman, I understand the daily battle of trying to be the best I can while living in a world with many twists and turns.

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Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), +21 more
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As an individual navigating a constantly changing world, I understand the value and necessity of having a safe space to be yourself.

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I am here to support your emotional and mental wellbeing as we work together to find solutions that work for you.

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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 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 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Cornelius therapists and counselors accept 25 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Caresource

  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

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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

5.0 Learn about verified reviews
★★★★★
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
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I personally didn’t think therapy would work for me but I gave thriveworks a shot and do not regret it! They truly know how to figure out the problem and will work with you to find multiple solutions. Everyone that works there is so nice, from the phone operators to the actual therapists. Don’t sit on the fence about your mental health!
Read more I personally didn’t think therapy would work for me but I gave thriveworks a shot and do not regret it! They truly know how to figure out the problem and will work with you to find multiple solutions. Everyone that works there is so nice, from the phone operators to the actual therapists. Don’t sit on the fence about your mental health!
Parker Jan 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Kathy Pendlay is a compassionate, knowledgeable counselor. She is a great listener and understands how complicated life can be. She provides helpful, practical insights for dealing with difficult people and situations.
Read more Kathy Pendlay is a compassionate, knowledgeable counselor. She is a great listener and understands how complicated life can be. She provides helpful, practical insights for dealing with difficult people and situations.
Cornelius Apr 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Clair Crow is warm and caring. She is exactly the therapist that makes you feel comfortable from the start.
Read more Clair Crow is warm and caring. She is exactly the therapist that makes you feel comfortable from the start.
Cornelius Oct 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com

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
  • Spanish
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