Treatment Help for Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorders and depression are treatable. Many people experience meaningful symptom relief and improvement in their quality of life with professional care. However, treatment success varies. Some people respond to treatment after a few weeks or months while others may take longer. If people have more than one anxiety disorder or if they suffer from other co-existing conditions, treatment may take longer. An experienced provider will conduct a comprehensive assessment before discussing an individualized treatment plan.  

Types of Therapy

Anxiety disorders and depression are treatable. Many people experience meaningful symptom relief and improvement in their quality of life with professional care. However, treatment success varies. Some people respond to treatment after a few weeks or months while others may take longer. If people have more than one anxiety disorder or if they suffer from other co-existing conditions, treatment may take longer. An experienced provider will conduct a comprehensive assessment before discussing an individualized treatment plan.  

• Learn more about the different types of therapy for anxiety disorders and depression
• Download our Therapy Options Guide infographic.

Approaches To Treatment

Although there are many forms of treatment, several approaches have proven to be effective in addressing anxiety disorders and depression. You can read more about the different approaches here:

• Medication
• Residential Treatment
• Complementary and Integrative Health
• ADAA's Find Your Therapist Directory

Getting Professional Help

Finding the right health care professional is important:

• How to choose a mental health care professional
• Download our "Important Questions for Your Therapist and Insurance Carrier" infographic.
• Find an ADAA member therapist or other mental health treatment provider near you
• SAMSHA Behavioral Health Treatment Locator
• Find an insurance plan
• Learn about Telemental Health

Types of Mental Health Care Professionals

Mental health care professionals include psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, counselors, and social workers. 

• Learn about their approaches and how to distinguish them.

Concerned About Cost?

• Learn about low-cost treatment options
• ADAA Member Expert: Practical advice for obtaining quality mental health care when money is tight