Anxiety Disorder Treatment in North Carolina
Expert anxiety treatment for generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, and phobias. Same-day appointments available with board-certified psychiatric providers specializing in evidence-based anxiety treatment and medication management.
Understanding Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions in the United States, affecting 40 million adults annually. While anxiety is a normal response to stress, anxiety disorders involve excessive fear or worry that interferes with daily activities and relationships.
Our North Carolina practice specializes in comprehensive anxiety treatment, including FDA-approved medications like Zoloft (sertraline), Lexapro (escitalopram), Xanax (alprazolam), and Ativan (lorazepam), combined with evidence-based therapy approaches.
Key Anxiety Facts:
- • 18.1% of adults experience anxiety disorders annually
- • Women are twice as likely to have anxiety disorders
- • Average age of onset is 11 years old
- • Highly treatable with therapy and/or medication
- • Early treatment prevents symptom worsening
Anxiety Statistics
- • 40 million adults affected annually
- • Only 36.9% receive treatment
- • Treatment response rate: 70-90%
- • $42 billion annual economic cost
- • Often co-occurs with depression
Physical Symptoms
- • Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
- • Shortness of breath or hyperventilation
- • Sweating or hot flashes
- • Trembling or shaking
- • Muscle tension or aches
- • Dizziness or lightheadedness
- • Nausea or stomach problems
- • Headaches or migraines
Mental/Emotional Symptoms
- • Excessive worry or fear
- • Racing or intrusive thoughts
- • Difficulty concentrating
- • Feeling restless or on edge
- • Irritability or mood changes
- • Sleep disturbances
- • Avoidance of situations
- • Fear of losing control
Ready to Overcome Your Anxiety?
Same-day anxiety evaluations available. Board-certified providers specializing in evidence-based anxiety treatment throughout North Carolina.
Same-Day Appointments
Quick access to anxiety evaluation and treatment
All FDA-Approved Medications
Zoloft, Lexapro, Xanax, Ativan, and more
Evidence-Based Therapy
CBT, exposure therapy, and coping strategies