Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders Explained: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Open Arms Clinical Team, LCSW, LCPC, PMHNPJuly 5, 20261 min read
Anxiety becomes a disorder when it is out of proportion, persistent, and interferes with daily life.
Common anxiety disorders
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
- Social anxiety disorder
- Specific phobias
- PTSD (sometimes grouped separately)
Evidence based treatment
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure work, mindfulness based approaches, and, when appropriate, medication. Skill building through PRP can help when anxiety interferes with daily functioning.
Common questions
Is medication necessary for anxiety?
Not always. Many clients respond to therapy alone; others benefit most from a combination.