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Anxiety & Depression Support for College Students
Struggling with test anxiety, social anxiety, or depression? You're not alone. Get evidence-based treatment that works. Same-day appointments available for NC college students.
Types of Anxiety We Treat
Test Anxiety
Panic before exams, racing thoughts during tests, mind going blank. We help you perform at your best when it matters most.
Social Anxiety
Fear of class presentations, avoiding social events, difficulty making friends. Learn to feel comfortable in social situations.
Generalized Anxiety
Constant worry about grades, future, relationships. Difficulty relaxing or sleeping. We can help you find peace.
Panic Attacks
Sudden intense fear, racing heart, difficulty breathing. Learn to manage and prevent panic attacks.
Performance Anxiety
Anxiety about presentations, interviews, or athletic performance. Develop confidence and coping strategies.
Academic Stress
Overwhelmed by coursework, deadlines, and expectations. Learn healthy stress management techniques.
Signs of Depression in College Students
Depression in college often looks different than in adults. It's not just sadness—it can show up as irritability, lack of motivation, or physical symptoms.
- Loss of interest - Activities you used to enjoy feel pointless
- Sleep problems - Sleeping too much or can't fall asleep
- Low energy - Everything feels exhausting, even small tasks
- Difficulty concentrating - Can't focus on lectures or reading
- Isolation - Withdrawing from friends and social activities
- Hopelessness - Feeling like things won't get better
Treatment Options That Work
Medication Management
SSRIs and SNRIs can significantly reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. We start low, adjust carefully, and monitor closely.
- Lexapro, Zoloft, Prozac for anxiety/depression
- Buspar, Hydroxyzine for anxiety
- Wellbutrin for depression with low energy
Coping Strategies
Medication works best combined with practical strategies you can use daily to manage symptoms.
- Breathing exercises for panic attacks
- Sleep hygiene for better rest
- Stress management techniques
You Don't Have to Struggle Alone
Nearly 1 in 3 college students experience significant anxiety or depression. Treatment works—most students feel significantly better within 4-6 weeks.
Serving students at UNC Chapel Hill, Duke, NC State, UNC Charlotte, Wake Forest, ECU, Appalachian State, and all NC universities.
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