Holistic and Integrative Treatment for Anxiety Disorders in Chelmsford, MA

Anxiety

The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that about 5.7% of American adults are likely to suffer anxiety disorders at some point in life. Anxiety disorder makes you vulnerable to fear, worry, and panic, limiting your ability to enjoy life and stronger relationship ties. Greater Lowell Psychiatric Associates, LLC, features board-certified anxiety experts like Ronal P. Winfield, MD, and advanced equipment for treating anxiety. Dr. Winfield offers specialized treatment and management of anxiety in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, through holistic and integrative approaches targeting individual symptoms and differences.

What is an Anxiety Disorder?

Anxiety disorder is a mental health illness that delivers persistent feelings of overwhelming apprehension, fear, and nervousness that may be difficult to control.

Anxiety disorders differ from one patient to the next. The most common types of anxiety disorders include:

  • Specific phobias/fear of a situation, object, or animal.
  • Panic disorder: Panic and terror attacks that cause physical symptoms
  • Social anxiety disorder: Devastating self-consciousness in your social activities
  • Generalized anxiety disorder: excessive anxiety without a perceptible cause

An anxiety disorder can interfere with your work, daily activities, physical health, and interpersonal relationships. If you’re battling overwhelming anxiety, visit a certified mental health professional for a conclusive evaluation.

Symptoms of Anxiety

Each anxiety disorder delivers slightly different symptoms. Data collected from previous interactions with anxiety disorder patients point out the following as symptoms of anxiety:

  • Restlessness
  • Irritability
  • Digestive problems
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Shortness of breath
  • Increased heart rate
  • Trouble remaining calm
  • Sweating, weakness, or trembling
  • Excessive nervousness, fear, and constant worry

Additionally, they house a compassionate team with a long experience in treating all types of anxiety disorders.

Treatment for Anxiety

Your expert at the facility reviews your health history and performs a comprehensive evaluation to determine the best way forward. Your examination may comprise conclusive lab tests aiming to identify your anxiety disorder’s root cause.

After completing your evaluation, the expert drafts a fully personalized treatment plan targeting the underlying symptoms. Your doctor decides on an affordable treatment plan targeting root causes of your anxiety disorder which may include:

Ø Exposure therapy

Ø Cognitive-behavioral therapy

Ø Counseling/psychotherapy

Ø Nutritional and lifestyle adjustments

Ø Antidepressant/anti-anxiety medication

Greater Lowell Psychiatric Associates’ specialized treatment hastens your recovery from anxiety and the ability to enjoy physical activities and social interactions.

Other Services offered

Greater Lowell Psychiatric Associates also specialize in:

ü Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)

ü Psychotherapy and counseling

ü Medication management

ü Depression

ü ADD/ADHD

ü Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

ü Insomnia

ü Pharmacogenetic testing

ü Psychotherapy

ü Psychiatry

Bottom Line

Without the appropriate care, anxiety may result in phobias, panic, and improved self-consciousness. Greater Lowell Psychiatry Associates houses a team of certified experts equipped to help manage anxiety through a holistic and integrative approach. If you have signs of anxiety in Massachusetts, contact Greater Lowell Psychiatric Associates, LLC, to book an appointment.

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