Understanding anxiety is the first step in getting the care you need.

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What is anxiety?

40 million Americans have anxiety, so know that you’re not alone.

It’s normal to have anxious days. However, when those days turn into longer periods of time, and your anxiety is persistent, seemingly uncontrollable, overwhelming, and interferes with daily activities–you may have an anxiety disorder. But don’t worry, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions in the U.S., affecting 40 million Americans, and they are highly treatable.

Brittney S.

I have struggled with anxiety for several years. I didn’t think anything would help and was ashamed and to busy to take the time to speak to a doctor in person. The doctor was judgement-free, simply listened, and explained the options. About a month in and I can feel a total difference I feel the old me coming back, and am able to handle my anxiety much better. I have found that instead of my anxiety controlling me I am now the one in control.

The signs & symptoms of anxiety.

Anxiety is more than feeling nervous or overthinking situations. It’s a complex mental health condition that can affect people in distinct ways. For some it can feel like sudden, intense spikes of panic. For others, it can feel like an all-consuming, underlying sense of worry or dread.

The key symptoms of anxiety include:

Excessive worry about not just one, but many issues, individuals, or events
Difficulty in controlling the feelings of worry, often without control in shifting from one topic to another

At least 3 additional symptoms:

General restlessness
Fatigue or the feeling of being easily tired
Difficulty concentrating
Insomnia
Irritability
Muscle aches or soreness
Feelings of panic, dread, or ‘impending doom’

Anxiety comes in many forms.

Anxiety can manifest in many forms, requiring a personalized treatment approach. Understanding the type of anxiety you are experiencing can help you get the care that is right for you.

Common forms of anxiety include:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Panic Disorder
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Acute stress disorder
Social anxiety
Phobia
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

The connection between anxiety & depression.

Anxiety and depression often go hand-in-hand, creating a self-sustaining negative cycle. In fact, it is estimated that 60% of people with anxiety also suffer from depression, and vice versa.

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If you are experiencing signs & symptoms of anxiety, taking a free online evaluation is a good first step in getting the care you need.

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Diagnosing anxiety.

Seeking help is the first step.

Anxiety is diagnosed by a psychiatric provider looking for the presence of signs and symptoms associated with anxiety, including the mix and severity of symptoms, context, duration, and life impact. The provider will also want to know about your medical history and family history, as well as current medications you are taking.

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Anxiety Medication Online.

Medication can be an effective part of a treatment plan to help you feel better. There is absolutely no shame in taking medication for anxiety.

The right antidepressant makes all the difference.

Because there are many forms of anxiety and each individual is unique, getting the best result requires matching each person to the right medication, then fine-tuning treatment based on individual response. At Brightside, we pinpoint your FDA-approved match by leveraging your data points and decades of clinical research.

To get the best results, it’s important to measure progress during treatment–this is known as measurement-based care. This allows you and your Provider to make informed decisions for any adjustment in your treatment. It’s common to adjust your medication when first starting antidepressants to make sure its right for you.

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Commonly prescribed anxiety medications.

Medications commonly prescribed as a first line of treatment for anxiety include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitors (NDRIs).
Full list of medications we prescribe:

Amitriptyline / Elavil

Fluvoxamine / Luvox

Aripiprazole / Abilify

Gabapentin / Neurontin

Benztropine / Cogentin

Hydroxyzine / Vistaril

Bupropion / Wellbutrin

Lamotrigine / Lamictal

Buspirone / Buspar

Mirtazapine / Remeron

Citalopram / Celexa

Nortriptyline / Pamelor

Clomipramine / Anafranil

Paroxetine / Paxil

Clonidine / Catapres

Propranolol / Inderal

Divalproex / Depakote

Quetiapine / Seroquel

Doxepin / Silenor

Sertraline / Zoloft

Duloxetine / Cymbalta

Topiramate / Topamax

DXM/BUP / Auvelity

Trazodone / Desyrel

Escitalopram / Lexapro

Venlafaxine / Effexor

Fluoxetine / Prozac

Ziprasidone / Geodon

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Therapy for anxiety.

Therapy can give you the structure and support to help get through difficult issues, including space to reflect, process challenges, and build skills.

Therapy can help you:

Understand how your thoughts and behaviors contribute to your symptoms and learn ways to change them
Identify and understand how past or current events may have led to the development of unhelpful patterns of thought or behavior that can be maintaining your distress
Develop skills to cope with intense emotions that may be interfering with your ability to live life the way you want
Develop healthy relationship and communication skills
Increase confidence in your ability to handle challenging situations

At Brightside, we use only evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you build skills to more effectively help you break the negative cycles of anxiety.

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Self-care for anxiety.

A comprehensive approach to care leads to better outcomes. By practicing daily healthy habits and self-care, you can reduce your symptoms of anxiety.

These small steps lead to big improvement:

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Get quality anxiety treatment from the comfort of home.

Plans starting as low as
$95 / month.

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Whether you choose Psychiatry, Therapy, or both, our memberships include expert online care designed to help you feel better, faster.

Get access to:

Unlimited messaging with your providers
Video consultations with your psychiatric provider
4 video sessions with your therapist each month
Interactive, skill-building therapy lessons
Regular Progress Tracking

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We accept insurance

We offer affordable care for everyone and accept most major insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid.

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Start feeling better in 3 simple steps.

Step 1

Fill out our free mental health assessment.

Start with a clinically-proven set of questions to shed light on how you’re feeling. We’ll help you understand your symptoms, then recommend the best treatment plan for you–including Psychiatry, Therapy, or both.