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1,260 people sought anxiety therapy help at Memphis 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 Memphis, TN 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 Memphis 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?

Stanley’s heart races every time he’s asked to answer questions during meetings at work. Chelsea’s mind is in a constant state of worry about the things she needs to get done each day. Daniel is too afraid to talk to new people that he can’t even go out to eat at a restaurant with his friends. Vanessa went through a traumatic event and now she can’t travel down certain roads because they trigger her negative memories.

Anxiety can present itself in many different ways. The bad news is that millions of American adults will suffer from anxiety each year. The good news is that help for anxiety is readily available. So if you can relate to Stanley, Chelsea, Daniel, or Vanessa in some way, there’s a good chance that you might be one of those millions of adults.

Thriveworks Counseling in Memphis, TN only works with the best anxiety therapists and mental health professionals. They dedicate their lives to learning about anxiety, how to treat anxiety, and to help people with anxiety learn the coping skills they need to live healthily and happily.

Living with anxiety can be really difficult. However, it doesn’t have to stay that way forever. If you’re experiencing anxiety symptoms and feel like you could benefit from working with a mental health professional, consider reaching out to our office. We’d love to assist you.

Types of Anxiety Disorders

As you probably gathered from the different situations above, there are many different types of anxiety that someone may experience. Sometimes it’s because of a specific phobia, other times there’s no clear-cut reason. In order to benefit the most from treatment for anxiety, it’s essential that you know what form you’re experiencing.

Symptoms and signs of anxiety may include changes in appetite, excessive sweating, feelings of doom, restlessness, excessive worry, shortness of breath, insomnia, hypersomnia, irritability, and fatigue.

The anxiety therapists at our office are trained in diagnosing types of anxiety and offering treatment plans based on your situation. You could be experiencing any number of anxiety conditions, including:

  1. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A type of anxiety disorder that is caused by a previous traumatic event. Those who have PTSD suffer from anxiety brought on by triggers (objects or situations) that remind them of their trauma.
  2. Social Anxiety Disorder: People experience social anxiety due to fear of becoming embarrassed or rejected in social situations. This can include going to public events, presenting during a meeting, or simply making a phone call to someone new.
  3. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): This is the most common form of anxiety and presents itself in many different ways. People with this type of anxiety experience symptoms for many different reasons including worrying about responsibilities, making sure their family members are okay, and just dealing with general negative thoughts.
  4. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): This disorder is characterized by having obsessive thoughts and compulsions that greatly affect daily living. This can present through obsessively cleaning, hoarding, constantly checking on things, and obsessive thoughts that could be harmful to yourself or others
  5. Panic Disorder: Panic Disorder is a type of anxiety that induces panic attacks. This can be brought on by fear or can randomly happen when you’re least expecting it. Panic attacks typically last about 10 minutes and have symptoms of chest pain, hot flashes, feeling dizzy, inability to breathe normally, and feelings of choking.

Treatment for Depression and Anxiety 

The hardest part about getting help is deciding to ask for it. But once you do, you’ll slowly realize that living the successful life you’ve always wanted is possible. Treating disorders like anxiety can be a complex process. To tackle them, your therapist will first assess your thoughts and feelings to create a custom treatment plan based on your needs. Then, they’ll utilize a variety of methods and techniques to help you learn how to cope, manage, and overcome your challenging emotions. 

Talk-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, relaxation techniques, and management techniques are types of therapies that could be used to reduce anxiety. Lifestyle interventions, such as improved nutrition and exercise can also be recommended. In instances where you might be a good fit for a medication, your therapist will work closely with your primary care doctor or psychiatrist to ensure the correct medication is administered for your needs.

Through therapy, you can achieve things like: 

  • Effective coping mechanisms 
  • Better communication skills 
  • Understanding how to identify your stressors 
  • Reduced symptoms through management techniques 
  • Greater overall quality of life

Work With an Anxiety Therapist at Thriveworks Counseling in Memphis, TN

To get started, give our office a call. One of our scheduling specialists will work with you to find an appointment time that best suits you. We offer our clients comprehensive care and added benefits such as online counseling options, no waitlist, evening and weekend appointments in addition to our regular daytime hours, flexible cancellations, and next-day appointments. 

Our goal is to help you overcome the challenges you face. We want you to succeed. Let’s work together on your mental health journey.

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 Memphis therapists and counselors accept 22 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee | BCBS

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Medicare Advantage

  • Caresource

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

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Self-pay costs at Memphis
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

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I have had a good experience with my counselor and she has offered some good suggestions and tips. She listens well and asks appropriate questions.
Read more I have had a good experience with my counselor and she has offered some good suggestions and tips. She listens well and asks appropriate questions.
Karl Feb 2024
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i would recommend thriveworks to anyone that needs therapy
Teresa Feb 2024
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Im very blessed that Thrive Works has helped me tremendously. The caring and professional staff makes a difference.
Read more Im very blessed that Thrive Works has helped me tremendously. The caring and professional staff makes a difference.
William Jan 2024
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Whitney is a fantastic counselor!!! She’s compassionate, genuine, personable … everything a counselor should be and so much more!!!! I highly recommend her. She’s the best!
Read more Whitney is a fantastic counselor!!! She’s compassionate, genuine, personable … everything a counselor should be and so much more!!!! I highly recommend her. She’s the best!
Memphis Sep 2022
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Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling Memphis is located at 254 Court Ave Suite 110, Memphis, TN 38103, at the intersection of N. 4th Street.

Phone number

(901) 499-3155

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