7 Evidence-Based Strategies for Managing Anxiety (That Actually Work)

Anxiety affects millions of individuals across North Carolina. Whether you live in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Asheville, Wilmington, or rural counties, effective anxiety treatment options are available.

Professional Anxiety Treatment Options

Psychiatric Medication Management

• SSRIs and SNRIs
• Buspirone and beta-blockers
• Ongoing medication monitoring
• Same-day anxiety evaluations
• Telepsychiatry across North Carolina

Therapy & Counseling

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)
• EMDR for trauma-related anxiety
• Mindfulness-based anxiety treatment

Telepsychiatry in North Carolina

Telepsychiatry has expanded access to mental health care statewide, especially in rural counties with fewer providers. Secure virtual appointments allow patients to receive care from home.

Community Support Resources

• NAMI North Carolina support groups
• Local hospital behavioral health departments
• Faith-based counseling networks
• Employer Assistance Programs (EAPs)

Crisis Resources

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
• Crisis Text Line (Text HOME to 741741)
• NC Crisis Line: 1-800-662-7030
• Emergency: 911