Anxiety is characterized by symptoms of heart-racing, excessive worrying, shortness of breath, chest pain, heart palpitations, and more. The physical symptoms of anxiety may feel alarming, and in cases of severe anxiety, panic attacks may occur. If you are trying to learn more about your symptoms of anxiety and whether or not you may be struggling with anxiety, take our quiz below, or read more here.
If you are currently struggling with feelings of anxiety, and would like the help of a mental health care provider, you can call our AMFM Mental Health Treatment admissions line at any time of day for support. AMFM has over a decade of experience providing psychotherapy, support groups, resources and personalized treatment plans to individuals living with anxiety.
AMFM is here to help you or your loved one take the next steps towards an improved mental well-being.
Residential mental health facilities are designed to offer mental health resources, structure, and treatment plans to those struggling with a variety of mental health conditions in a live-in environment. Because these are inpatient behavioral health programs, they offer a more holistic and hands-on, in-person treatment approach with 24/7 access to health care and personalized treatment plans. Our Residential Facilities have qualified clinicians on staff, to provide medication management, therapeutic programming, and the highest level of care.
Intensive Outpatient Mental Health Treatment is a form of treatment designed to help those with mental health conditions through a combination of group and individual therapy. Qualified mental health professionals lead clients through behavioral health programming, providing personalized treatment plans, evidence-based treatment, and psychoeducation resources. IOP programs provide comprehensive mental health treatment and thorough access to health care, but at a more flexible schedule. AMFM Mental Health Treatment offers intensive outpatient programs with both in-person and virtual treatment options to meet your unique needs.
PHP is a form of mental health treatment designed to help those struggling with mental health issues through a combination of group and individual therapy, to improve well-being. Qualified mental health professionals lead clients through behavioral health programming, providing personalized treatment plans, evidence-based programs, and psychoeducation resources. PHP programs provide comprehensive mental health treatment and thorough access to health care, but at a more flexible schedule.
Unlike inpatient residential treatment, the partial hospitalization program option only takes place during the day, allowing clients to return home at night and on the weekends, with less disruption to daily life. This level of care may be helpful for those continuing studies or work in the evenings or on the weekends. AMFM Mental Health Treatment offers both in-person and virtual treatment options to meet your unique needs.
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Anxiety can affect individuals differently, which often requires individual treatment. There are a variety of anxiety treatment options that can be used to address the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of this condition. Some of the most common approaches used in anxiety counseling sessions include:
Individual therapy takes place in a one on one setting with a licensed professional, usually consisting of a combination of dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapies, in which a person can talk through his or her individual struggles. Individual therapy and mental health care is one of the most crucial steps for those facing mental health challenges.
Group therapy sessions can be used to help provide structured times to help you understand that you are not alone in your struggles, that your peers are also walking through these challenges, while also providing guidance, suggestions and communications from psychologists with specialized backgrounds. These groups can span a variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to art therapy, somatic therapy, and narrative therapy.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy that’s focused on restructuring and reprogramming maladaptive and negative thought processes. Psychologists are trained to help you change your cognitive and emotional processes in order to outgrow coping mechanisms that may no longer be serving you.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is most commonly referred to as “talk therapy,” and is designed to help process emotions. Qualified professionals offer psychological therapy to move forward with healthy ways of engaging in interpersonal relationships and alleviating physical and emotional distress.
EMDR Therapy is a renowned method of reprocessing most often used in trauma therapy. By activating the prefrontal cortex through a series of bilateral stimulation, qualified professionals can lead you through traumatic events, helping you to alleviate the distress symptomized by trauma.
AMFM Mental Health Treatment provides comprehensive psychiatric care, along with traditional therapeutic modalities. Anxiety is often treated with antidepressants or benzodiazepines for panic attacks, as prescribed by a health care professional. Our on-staff clinicians are equipped to design personalized treatment plans for your continued success. In combination with psychotherapy, psychiatric care is handled safely, to help you or your loved one overcome mental health challenges.
Anxiety symptoms can be deeply uncomfortable, and it makes sense to need relaxation techniques in the moment. If you’re looking for mental health treatment to help with anxiety management, don’t hesitate to reach out today.
There are a variety of breathing techniques and deep breathing exercises that are helpful when your anxiety symptoms feel overwhelming or out of control. One simple deep breathing exercise is to use a count to five as you breathe in, hold it for four counts, then release it for five counts, and repeat until you begin to feel yourself relax.
Physical stimulation can help you to jump start your body out of the fight-or-flight physical response of anxiety. Taking a cold shower, splashing your face with cold water, tasting sour candy, going for a run (and other types of physical activity) are all ways to trick your body into remembering that it is in a safe place.
Wellness activities like yoga, journaling, making playlists, art therapy and more can help build the mind-body connection through a more holistic healing process.
If you are in need of immediate emotional help, national mental health crisis response helplines offer confidential assistance regardless of where you are. These hotlines are staffed by professionals ready to provide 24/7 mental health assistance. They provide critical support and resources, ensuring you can access help whenever you need it, no matter your location.
If you’re seeking mental health support, consider reaching out to AMFM Mental Health Treatment. Our team has a 24/7 call center ready to provide the help you need. Contact us today to learn more about our nearby emotional crisis intervention programs and mental health crisis services, and begin your path to better days. Additionally, our team can connect you with the national suicide prevention lifeline if necessary.
If you’re in need of immediate support, the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is here for you. Call 988 or text the crisis text line at 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor who can provide help and support. The suicide prevention and crisis hotline is available 24 hours a day via phone call or text, in English and Spanish. The federally-mandated crisis number 988 was made available in 2022 to all landline and cell phone users at no charge. Visit 988lifeline.org for more information.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a national helpline with support services available via text, phone call, or online chat. The NAMI Helpline is a confidential support line that is available Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM ET, and is free of cost. If you are looking to find help, don’t hesitate to reach out.
If you’re dealing with ongoing worry, feeling on edge, trouble relaxing, irritability, restlessness, or physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or palpitations, anxiety could be playing a role. Our self-assessments can help you better understand what you’re experiencing and whether it may be time to reach out for extra support.
The GAD-7 is a short, widely used self-report questionnaire that screens for anxiety symptoms and helps estimate severity based on how often symptoms have occurred over the last two weeks. It can also help flag symptoms that may overlap with concerns like panic, social anxiety, PTSD, or other anxiety-related challenges.
The Beck Anxiety Index is another screening tool that uses a 21-question format to evaluate levels of anxiety. It’s designed to help you identify patterns in your symptoms and better understand how anxiety may be affecting your day-to-day life.
Not necessarily. Online anxiety tests are screening tools, not a diagnosis. A higher score can be a sign that your symptoms deserve professional attention—especially if anxiety is interfering with sleep, relationships, work/school, or your ability to feel safe and steady day to day. We can help you talk through results and determine the most appropriate next steps.
If anxiety feels intense, persistent, or is disrupting your ability to function, professional care can help—especially if you’re experiencing panic attacks, overwhelming physical symptoms, or difficulty coping. We offer multiple levels of support, including residential/inpatient treatment, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), along with psychotherapy and psychiatric care such as medication management when clinically appropriate. If you need immediate emotional support, you can also call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at any time.
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