Anxiety Disorders

When you receive a clinical diagnosis for an anxiety disorder from a mental health treatment professional, it can be a relief.

Finally, someone understands you. Finally, someone listened and took what you have to say seriously. They understand your anxiety is more than daily worries you can easily let go. You found a compassionate provider who knows the thoughts and feelings you have are associated with a mental health disorder. They understand anxiety disorders limit a person’s ability to live life fully.

And finally, you begin to believe that treatment and support from a qualified therapist or counselor can help you learn practical skills to manage your symptoms, reduce the amount of disruption they cause in your day, and get back to living the life you choose, rather than one dominated by the symptoms of anxiety.

Evidence-Based Treatment for Anxiety Works

At Crownview Psychiatric Institute, we know there are several types of anxiety disorders, all with one thing in common:

“Persistent, excessive fear or worry in situations that are not threatening.”

We also know that for a person with a clinical anxiety disorder, the excessive fear or worry can prevent you from participating in many of the essential responsibilities of adult life. When your symptoms appear, they can stop you in your tracks, derail your plans, and lead to serious, real-world consequences at school, work, or in relationships.

We know that’s not the life you want.

Our compassionate staff of experienced clinicians takes the time to learn who you are and what you want out of treatment. Following the principles established the Unified Protocol for treating emotional disorders, we help you:

  1. Understand the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
  2. Develop the ability to tolerate challenging situations.
  3. Learn and practice practical strategies and skills to counter maladaptive patterns associated with anxiety and anxiety disorders.

Evidence shows that the most effective treatment for anxiety involves a combination of psychotherapy, medication, education, innovative new techniques, and adjunct/complementary services.

Anxiety Treatment: Therapeutic Approaches at Crownview

Once we understand who you are, help you identify your goals, strengths, and challenge areas, we designs a treatment plan to meet your individual needs. Your customized plan for anxiety will include, but will not be limited to, the following therapeutic techniques and approaches:

Psychotherapy:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT)
  • Dialectical behavior therapy(DBT)
  • Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT)
  • Eye movement desensitization & reprocessing (EMDR) therapy
  • Prolonged exposure (PE) therapy
  • Cognitive remediation therapy (CRT)
  • Acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT)

Medication:

  • Anxiolytics, if needed.

Education:

  • The science behind anxiety and anxiety treatment
  • The science of trauma
  • Nutrition for overall health and mood
  • Relationships dynamics/family dynamics
  • Communication skills workshops

Adjunct Therapies:

Complementary/Expressive Therapies:

  • Music therapy
  • Wellness groups
  • Meditation and breathwork
  • Yoga
  • Mindfulness
  • Singing bowls

With the help of your treatment peers, therapists, and counselors, you can learn how to apply what you learn in treatment to improve functioning in daily life. At Crownview, we create an atmosphere of compassion and connection, characterized by a commitment to building a supportive, nurturing community dedicated to healing and growth.

But how do you know what level of care you need?

Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Inpatient Residential Treatment: How to Decide

The level of care you need depends on several factors. In collaboration with your Crownview treatment team, you’ll identify the following:

  1. The intensity of your symptoms.
  2. The frequency and duration of your symptoms.
  3. The level of disruption they cause in your daily life.

These factors – as well as your treatment history and practical logistical considerations – will help you decide on the appropriate level of care. For instance, if your symptoms are intense and disruptive, and you’ve tried outpatient therapy, or intensive outpatient therapy, you may need to step up to a more immersive level of care, such as partial hospitalization treatment or inpatient residential treatment.

When emotional symptoms of anxiety like persistent fear of daily situations, restlessness, pessimism, and irritability combine with physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, insomnia, and nausea to make your life completely unmanageable, spending time in immersive, residential inpatient treatment, away from the ongoing pressures of daily life, may be exactly what you need to find balance and get back on track.

At Crownview Psychiatric Institute, we’ll meet you where you are, help you develop the skills you need to manage your symptoms, and empower you to reach your destination: living a full and productive life on your own terms.

Learn More Today

To learn more about our programs and services, or to learn more details about we can help you or a loved one, please contact us today.

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