Panic Disorder
What is Panic Disorder?
Panic Disorder is a debilitating condition in which an individual experiences episodes of extremely acute anxiety that can come on suddenly and seemingly without warning. Panic attacks ccan be mistaken for medical emergencies and can send sufferers to the hospital fearing a heart attack or other major medical event. Panic Attacks can leave sufferers feeling nervous, worried about when and where they may experience another attack, frightened of the physical sensations a panic attack brings with it, and compelled to avoid situations in which another attack may occur. Panic Disorder can be accompanied by agoraphobia as well, and can leave individuals feeling frightened of open spaces or environments in which they feel trapped, such as lines, airplanes, freeways, bridges, and parking lots. Panic Disorder can be extremely limiting to one’s life and functioning, yet is a treatable condition that can improve tremendously, allowing you to once again live your life with confidence.
Treatment For Panic Disorder
Panic Disorder is a highly treatable condition despite the intense fear and disruption it can create in one’s life. Many people who struggle with Panic Disorder find themselves working extremely hard to suppress and overcontrol their physical symptoms, avoid triggering places and situations, and construct elaborate plans to escape their feelings of anxiety, only to find their symptoms worsen and generalize to other aspects of their lives. Effective and skillful treatment for this condition includes elements of psychoeducation to help you understand the components of a panic attack and the cycle of Panic Disorder, understanding the role of avoidance in maintaining panic attacks, overcoming fear of the physical symptoms of panic attacks, and facing feared scenarios with courage and support.
What We Offer
Free 20 Minute Consultation
Please contact us to schedule your free 20 minute consultation to help clarify your therapeutic needs, discuss treatment options, and start taking steps towards your best self and brightest future.
Individual Therapy
Meet your therapist one or more times weekly to assess your therapeutic needs, formulate a game plan to create change, work together to make meaningful and evident progress, and develop lifelong skills to navigate life gracefully and courageously. Home visits and community-based exposure sessions are available.
Epiphany Center for OCD and PTSD is a private pay, out of network provider. We will gladly provide you with a superbill and accept HSA and Flex Spending Account cards.
Cancellation policy: If you cancel your appointment with fewer than 24 hours notice, you will be assessed a full session fee.
