Women Survivors of Domestic Violence
Comprised of adult women survivors of abusive relationships (physical and psychological). Use of Integrated Narrative, Mindfulness, and CBT approach.
Hosted by John Michael Duffey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAcc, ABD, DMHA, NCC, CCBT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Phenix City, AL 36867
Comprised of adult women survivors of abusive relationships (physical and psychological). Use of Integrated Narrative, Mindfulness, and CBT approach.
Essentially You Counseling & Consulting Services
Hosted by Ebone Newton
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
Insight Therapeutic Services LLC
Insight Therapeutic Services, LLC is a group of 7 Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers, each with certifications in a variety of specialty areas serving children and adults. Our team strives to match the needs of your family ...
Hosted by Insight Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35243
Insight Therapeutic Services, LLC is a group of 7 Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers, each with certifications in a variety of specialty areas serving children and adults. Our team strives to match the needs of your family ...
Bass Assertive Solutions & Support, LLC
Hosted by Bass Assertive Solutions & Support, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Homewood, AL 35209
Survivors of Combat and Combat Trauma
Active duty military and veterans, male and female, work together with professional guidance to learn ways to cope with PTSD and adjust to post-war life. Person-centered, narrative therapy integrated with mindfulness and Cognitive theory approach.
Hosted by John Michael Duffey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAcc, ABD, DMHA, NCC, CCBT, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Phenix City, AL 36867
Active duty military and veterans, male and female, work together with professional guidance to learn ways to cope with PTSD and adjust to post-war life. Person-centered, narrative therapy integrated with mindfulness and Cognitive theory approach.
Insight Equine Therapy
Insight Equine Therapy has two locations, one in Greystone Area off of Hwy 41 and another in Montevallo. We offer individual equine therapy sessions for child/adolescent/adult patients as well as therapeutic riding lessons. Equine therapy involves an individual therapist, a ...
Hosted by Insight Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35243
Insight Equine Therapy has two locations, one in Greystone Area off of Hwy 41 and another in Montevallo. We offer individual equine therapy sessions for child/adolescent/adult patients as well as therapeutic riding lessons. Equine therapy involves an individual therapist, a ...
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Anxiety Support Groups
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.