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We have anxious thoughts because the brain is wired for survival, and it is trying to keep us alive.
Anxiety
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a natural response to an actual or a perceived threat. When anxious people report difficulty relaxing, feelings of nervousness, excessive worry that is difficult to control, feelings of impending doom also known as catastrophic thoughts. Sometimes people develop panic symptoms which can involve intense fear often accompanied by physical sensations including a rapid heartbeat, changes in our breathing, sweating, dizziness and chest pain. People who have had panic attacks often describe the experience as feeling like they were on the outside of themselves looking in. After having one panic attack, it is not uncommon for people to worry often about having additional panic attacks.
Therapy can help prevent worsening symptoms. During therapy, clients can learn relaxation strategies and cognitive techniques such as reframing unhelpful thoughts to decrease the amount of time they spend ruminating about things they can't control. Learning to focus on things like gratitude, mindfulness, healthy living and relaxation strategies can help. Having a supportive person to talk to about your anxiety is incredibly helpful for most people. If you are looking for a therapist who understands anxiety and understands how to treat it, look no further. Best Life Therapy has several therapists who can assist you. Below are some additional resources that can be used to supplement your therapy. New clients can use the Contact Form or the Request an Appointment Button on our homepage to schedule with us. We have immediate openings and appointment times that are convenient for you!
Anxiety Workbook Recommendations
- "The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook" by Martha Davis, PhD, Elizabeth Robbins Eshelman, MSW and Mathew McKay, PhD
- "The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edmund J. Bourne
Book Recommendations
- "Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic and Worry" by Catherine M. Pittman
- "The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks you Into Expecting the Worst and What you Can Do About It" by David A. Carbonell, PhD
- "The Dare Response: The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks" by Barry McDonagh
- "Get out of Your Head: Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts" by Jennie Allen
- "The Stress Proof Brain: Master Your Emotional Responses to Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroplasticity" by Melanie Greenberg, PhD
- "Never Good Enough: How to Use Perfectionism to Your Advantage Without Letting it Ruin Your Life" by Monica Ramirez Basco, PhD
- Don't Believe Everything You Think: Why Your Thinking is the Beginning and End of Suffering" by Joseph Nguyen
- "be Calm: Proven Techniques to Stop Anxiety Now" by Jill Weber, PhD
- "Anxiety Relief for Teens: Essential CBT Skills and Self-Care Practices to Overcome Anxiety and Stress" by Regine Galanti PhD
- "Anxiety: Panicking About Panic: A powerful, self-help guide for those suffering from an Anxiety or Panic Disorder" by Joshua Fletcher
Anxiety Resources:
Insight Timer App offers thousands of guided meditations, relaxation music and courses to help improve our mod and decrease anxiety. Use the search bar within the app to find ones that work best for you. They do have a pro version that does cost but most of the tools are available for free. It is an app loved and used by most therapists!
https://medicine.umich.edu/sites/default/files/content/downloads/Relaxation-Skills-for-Anxiety.pdf