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Anxiety & Stress

Finding calm in the midst of life's daily pressures.

Overview

Anxiety can look like racing thoughts, restlessness, avoidance, or a body that never quite settles. Our clinicians help you understand what's driving the pattern and build practical tools to steady your nervous system.

We draw on evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness so change is grounded, not just insightful.

Who it's for

  • Adults navigating chronic worry, panic, or burnout
  • Teens and young adults facing academic or social pressure
  • Professionals whose stress is spilling into sleep, health, or relationships

How sessions work

  1. 150-minute weekly sessions in Wyoming or via secure telehealth
  2. 2Collaborative goal setting in the first two visits
  3. 3Skills practice between sessions to build lasting change

Who we work with

Anxiety & Stress care at Parkview is tailored to the person in the room. Explore how this work looks for each group we serve.

The people behind the work

Meet the Therapists Who Treat Anxiety & Stress

Ready to take the next step?

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if what I'm feeling is anxiety or just normal stress?
Stress usually has an identifiable trigger and eases once the situation passes. Anxiety tends to linger, show up without a clear cause, and feel disproportionate to what's actually happening. If worry is disrupting your sleep, making it hard to focus, tightening your chest or stomach on ordinary days, or pulling you out of situations you used to enjoy, that's a signal it's worth addressing. You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy — many of our clients come in because life is technically fine and they still feel wound up all the time.
Will I have to take medication if I come in for anxiety?
No. Therapy alone helps most people with anxiety, and many clients never need medication. If we think a medication consultation might speed up your progress — especially with panic attacks or persistent, high-baseline anxiety — we'll talk with you about it and can coordinate a referral to a psychiatrist or your primary care provider. The decision is always yours, and we'll work with whatever combination feels right for your body and your values.
How long before I actually feel better?
Most clients notice something shifting within four to six sessions — sleeping a little easier, catching a spiral before it takes over, feeling less braced against the day. Deeper change (fewer panic attacks, less avoidance, a quieter baseline) usually takes three to six months of consistent work. If you've been anxious for years, expect a longer runway. We check in on your progress out loud, so you're not guessing whether therapy is working.
I've tried breathing exercises and they don't work — is therapy really different?
Yes, because we're not just handing you techniques and hoping they stick. We look at what your anxiety is actually doing — the situations it's protecting you from, the beliefs feeding it, the physical patterns keeping your nervous system on high alert — and build a plan from there. Breathing exercises are a small piece; the bigger work is understanding your specific anxiety and shifting the patterns underneath it. That's why generic tips from the internet often fall flat.
Can therapy help with panic attacks specifically?
Yes, and this is one of the areas where evidence-based therapy is remarkably effective. We use CBT and exposure-based techniques that teach your nervous system that the sensations of a panic attack aren't dangerous, even when they feel that way. Most clients see a noticeable drop in the frequency and intensity of attacks within a couple of months. If you've been avoiding places or activities because of panic, we'll rebuild that ground with you at a pace you can tolerate.

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