Male patient struggling with anxiety at a mental health clinic in Lanham, MD

Anxiety Treatment in Lanham, MD

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges affecting people today, impacting daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. While some anxiety is normal, excessive worry and fear can become overwhelming and debilitating.

Access Health Services provides professional support and evidence-based treatments to help individuals manage anxiety and regain control of their lives.

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety manifests in various forms and can affect both mental and physical health. Common symptoms and types include:

  • Persistent worry about everyday situations.
  • Panic attacks and sudden onset of fear.
  • Social anxiety and fear of judgment.
  • Physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat and sweating.
  • Sleep disturbances and insomnia.
  • Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank.
  • Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
  • Phobias and specific fears.
  • Health anxiety and hypochondria.

When left untreated, anxiety can lead to depression, isolation, physical health problems, and significant impairment in work and social functioning.

A patient receiving anxiety treatment during a therapy session in a Lanham, MD.
A man smiling and relaxed after an anxiety treatment session in a Lanham, MD.

Who Can Benefit from Anxiety Treatment?

Our anxiety support services are beneficial for individuals experiencing:

  • Overwhelming worry about daily life
  • Panic attacks or anxiety attacks
  • Social anxiety and avoidance behaviors
  • Work-related stress and anxiety
  • Test anxiety and academic stress
  • Health-related anxiety
  • Phobias and specific fears
  • Post-traumatic stress and anxiety
  • Performance anxiety

How Access Health Services Helps Manage Anxiety

Anxiety FAQ

How long does anxiety therapy typically take to see results?

Many clients begin to notice improvements within 8-12 weeks, though individual experiences vary based on anxiety severity and type.

Does insurance cover anxiety treatment?

Most insurance plans provide mental health services, including anxiety treatment. Contact Access Health Services or your insurance provider for specific coverage details.

What happens in an anxiety therapy session?

Sessions typically include discussing current challenges, learning coping techniques, practicing anxiety management strategies, and developing long-term management plans.

How do I start anxiety treatment at Access Health Services?

Please contact the clinic to schedule an initial consultation with Asongtia Ntongawah to discuss your anxiety concerns and develop a personalized treatment plan.

What can I do between sessions to manage anxiety?

Practice learned coping techniques, maintain an anxiety journal, use breathing exercises, and follow your personalized anxiety management plan.