Anxiety Therapy | Hanson Counseling

Anxiety THERAPY

Overcome Anxiety and Take Control of Your Life

Anxiety is a normal part of life, but when it becomes excessive and interferes with your daily life and relationships, it's time to seek additional support. You may feel like your worries are above and beyond what others experience, and that's okay. I am here to help you overcome anxiety and take control of your life.

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Understanding and Managing Excessive Worry

One of the first steps in managing anxiety is recognizing and changing negative thought patterns. Your thoughts can fuel your anxiety, but with awareness and intentional changes, you can reduce your symptoms and feel calmer. I will work with you to identify these unhelpful thoughts and teach you techniques to change them. Managing anxiety also involves learning coping skills. These techniques can help you take control of your worry and prevent your fears from ruling your life. Through our sessions, I will teach you how to effectively manage your anxiety and regain control of your thoughts and emotions.

Facing Your Fears

Managing anxiety also involves learning coping skills. These techniques can help you take control of your worry and prevent your fears from ruling your life. Through our sessions, I will teach you how to effectively manage your anxiety and regain control of your thoughts and emotions.

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What To Expect in Anxiety Therapy

Recognition of Your Unique Challenges: You will begin by acknowledging that your level of stress and worry is not typical and that it’s reasonable to seek help. Your therapist understands that what you are going through is not simply a matter of "worrying too much."

Identification of Negative Thought Patterns: You'll explore how certain unhelpful thought patterns may contribute to your anxiety. Gaining awareness of these can empower you to initiate positive change.

Development of Coping Skills: Learn practical techniques to manage and mitigate your anxiety. These skills will help you regain control over your fears and worries.

Confrontation of Fears: Together with your therapist, you'll gradually face the fears that have been influencing your life in a controlled and safe environment.

Enhancement of Self-Esteem: Through mastery of thoughts and emotions, you'll build confidence and improve your sense of self-efficacy, positively impacting all areas of your life.

Improvement and Progress: With the tools and skills gleaned from therapy, you can expect improvements in managing anxiety, leading to enriched daily experiences and relationships.

How to Prepare for Your First Session

Self-Reflection: Think deeply about the effects of anxiety on your life and identify the challenges you wish to address.

Goal Setting: Consider your objectives for therapy and articulate the specific changes you desire.

Personal History: Be prepared to share your mental health history, including any previous therapy experiences and outcomes.

Medication Review: List current medications and their impacts, as this can influence therapy.

Questions and Concerns: Write down any inquiries or points of clarification you wish to discuss with your therapist.

Open-Mindedness: Come with a readiness to engage openly and collaboratively with the therapy process.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Don't let your inner struggles hold you back any longer. Anxiety therapy is a healthy and productive way to work through your issues and find inner peace. Contact us today at 817-992-1509 for a free consultation and take the first step towards a happier and healthier you.