ANXIETY TREATMENT

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Condition overview

Understanding Anxiety

Anxiety is more than occasional worry—it's a persistent condition that can affect every aspect of your life. Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) involves excessive worry about everyday situations, often accompanied by physical symptoms. The good news is that anxiety is highly treatable with the right support.

40M

Americans experience anxiety disorders each year

80%

Of people improve with proper treatment

4-6 weeks

When most people start feeling better

Therapy

Work with a licensed therapist using CBT and other evidence-based approaches to identify triggers and develop coping strategies.

Medication

When appropriate, our psychiatrists can prescribe medications to help manage anxiety symptoms while you build long-term skills.

Personalized Care

Your treatment plan is customized to your specific anxiety patterns, triggers, and goals—and adjusted as you progress.

Ongoing Support

Regular check-ins, progress tracking, and 24/7 messaging with your care team keep you supported throughout your journey.

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OUR APPROACH

How We Treat Anxiety

Our comprehensive approach combines proven treatments tailored to your needs:

Excessive worry
Restlessness
Physical symptoms
Sleep problems

Difficulty concentrating
Muscle tension

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Here’s how it works

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You're not imagining it

“I haven’t felt this great in years. The providers at Brightside ensured that I was on the correct medications to treat my anxiety and depression.”
“Brightside is gold. My provider is caring, engaging and truly wants help. He has helped me get back to normal sleep, which I’m super grateful for.”
“No one has ever made me feel as safe and comfortable as Brightside. Amazing program that makes psychiatry and therapy incredibly easy.”

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What's on your mind?

If your question isn't answered below, view our full list of FAQs here.

Anxiety disorders result from a combination of factors including genetics, brain chemistry, personality, and life events. Stressful or traumatic experiences can trigger anxiety, especially in people who may be predisposed. Unlike normal worry, anxiety disorders persist and can worsen over time without treatment.

Everyone worries sometimes, but anxiety disorders involve excessive, persistent worry that's difficult to control and interferes with daily life. If your worry is disproportionate to actual circumstances, lasts for months, and affects your work, relationships, or daily activities, you may have an anxiety disorder.

Most people notice improvement within 4-6 weeks of starting treatment. However, building lasting skills to manage anxiety typically takes several months of consistent therapy. Your care team will work with you to determine the right treatment timeline based on your specific situation.

Yes, therapy alone—particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—is highly effective for many people with anxiety. However, some people benefit from combining therapy with medication, especially for moderate to severe anxiety. Your treatment plan will be tailored to your preferences and needs.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the gold standard for anxiety treatment. It helps you identify and change anxious thought patterns. Exposure therapy gradually helps you face feared situations. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches mindfulness and values-based action.

SSRIs and SNRIs, the most commonly prescribed medications for anxiety, are not addictive. Benzodiazepines can be habit-forming with long-term use, so they're typically prescribed for short-term relief. Your psychiatrist will discuss the risks and benefits of any medication and monitor you closely.

Yes, research shows that online therapy is just as effective as in-person treatment for anxiety disorders. Many people find that receiving care from home actually reduces anxiety about attending appointments. Brightside offers video sessions plus ongoing messaging support.

While some anxiety is a normal part of life, the goal of treatment is to reduce anxiety to manageable levels and give you tools to handle it effectively. Many people experience significant relief and learn to live full lives without anxiety controlling them. Some may need ongoing maintenance, while others find lasting improvement.