Anxiety can feel heavy—but you don’t have to carry it alone. At Mellow Therapy, our in-person anxiety therapy sessions in Culver City are designed to meet you where you are, helping you find calm, clarity, and momentum to move forward.
Our Approach to Anxiety Therapy
Recognizing Anxiety Symptoms
Symptoms of anxiety disorders can include:
- Excessive worry or fear
- Restlessness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability
- Muscle tension
- Sleep disturbances
Anxiety disorders can also cause physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, sweating, and shaking.
Anxiety Treatment
Fortunately, there are effective treatments available for anxiety disorders. At Mellow, we use evidence-based psychotherapy modalities such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help individuals manage their anxiety symptoms and improve their quality of life.
Anxiety therapy can help treat:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Social Anxiety
- Panic Disorder
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Anxiety Therapy FAQs
Is anxiety the same as stress?
No, they are distinct experiences. Stress typically stems from external factors, such as financial pressures, relationships, or work-related issues. In contrast, anxiety is more internal in nature.
When gripped by anxiety, we grapple with a lingering sense of unease or trepidation, and our concerns may not align with conventional anxiety triggers. While stress tends to dissipate once the challenging situation is resolved, anxiety can persist unabated.
Where does anxiety come from?
A multitude of factors can serve as triggers for anxiety, including:
- Stress: While distinct from anxiety, stressful situations can be catalysts for anxious feelings.
- Trauma: Individuals who have undergone trauma are more prone to experiencing anxiety.
- Family History: An increased likelihood of anxiety exists if it runs in your family.
What's the typical duration of anxiety therapy?
Recent research indicates that, on average, about half of all patients require between 15 to 20 sessions to navigate their path toward recovery, as gauged by self-reported symptom measures.
The duration of therapy is contingent upon the individual and can be influenced by the severity of their anxiety. For some, anxiety treatment becomes an enduring pillar in their lives, offering ongoing benefits without a set endpoint. Alternatively, a few months may suffice for others.
Our suggestion remains steadfast: continue attending anxiety therapy as long as it proves beneficial to you.
How do I know if anxiety therapy is working?
There are discernible signs that therapy is making a positive impact on alleviating your anxiety, including:
- Diminished Intensity or Frequency of Anxious Feelings: You might observe a reduction in the intensity or frequency of anxiety in situations that once provoked high levels of stress or panic. Over time, you may discover an enhanced ability to manage and navigate anxiety with greater ease.
- Enhanced Control Over Thoughts: In therapy, you acquire techniques to recognize and challenge negative thoughts. If you find yourself gaining more control over your thoughts, effectively mitigating the impact of anxious thinking, then therapy is proving effective.
- Identification and Management of Triggers: Your therapist aids in identifying the triggers of your anxiety, offering strategies to effectively manage these catalysts.
- Increased Confidence in Coping Abilities: Through therapeutic interventions, you may develop coping strategies and tools that bolster your confidence in managing anxiety. Witnessing an improved ability to handle challenging situations signifies tangible progress in your therapeutic journey.
