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"I didn't realize how consuming my anxiety was on my thoughts and my life. I was so critical of myself it was exhausting. I am grateful to be free of all that pressure now"
Anxiety Relief
Helpful Facts
Most Common Challenges
If you or somebody you know has an anxiety disorder it’s important to know...
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It is the most common mental illness in the United States.
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It affects more than 40 million adults or about 13% of the entire population.
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Anxiety is highly treatable, but only 1/3 of those who suffer from anxiety ever seek therapy.
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Whether you know someone who is affected or you personally suffer from anxiety – know that nearly one if every five Americans is going through the same thing.
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People often measure their success by their moods; whether they "feel" better or not. However this is a common pitfall because moods change just as naturally as the sun and the moon set.
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Measure your success in your behaviors, specifically implementing behaviors that promote productive
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Anxiety is fueled by your fears, understanding those fears and strategically challenging them is the key to long term relief​
Feel less anxious and be more confident
Angie approaches anxiety with holistic treatment that focuses on building your inner strength and utilizing several effective techniques.
Common symptoms of anxiety disorder:
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Excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation)
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Feeling anxious more days than not for at least 6 months, about a number of events
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Difficulty controlling worry
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Restlessness or feeling on edge
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Being easily fatigued
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Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
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Muscle tension
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Sleep disturbance
You've Got to Break Some Eggs
When I'm faced with difficult decisions, I'm reminded of what a good friend would often say... "You've got to break an egg to make a cake". Which means that it's not always going to be easy and there will sometimes be a mess but you'll enjoy the result if you keep working at it.
Therapy is that same way. You might find that you really enjoy the person you become after a couple of sessions. Perhaps you've forgotten the person that you truly are and therapy is the opportunity for the real you to emerge.
Common Anxiety Diagnosis (DSM-5)
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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Specific Phobia
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Social Phobia
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Panic Attack Disorder
The Experts
Tatiana Meisenheimer, LMHC
Valerie Rojas, RMHCI
Holly Cummings, RMHCI
Rachel Sobiech, LCSW
