Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in Miami Lakes, FL.

I work with clients to externalize anxiety and stress; then to deconstruct their preferred view of themselves. As therapy progressed clients develop understanding regarding causes, signs and symptoms and explore techniques in managing anxiety and stress. When possible family members may be recommended to join the session to assist the client in assessing his/her stories in arriving at desired changes.

Anxiety can be paralyzing for some people. It is important to find a therapist that has experience with anxiety and has used empirically based treatments that are effective. A form of CBT which is exposure therapy may help reduce fears from anxiety response. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is another form of CBT which has shown its effectiveness in treating this disorder. Some common factors of anxiety include frequent fatigue, avoidance of anxiety provoking stimulus, restlessness, irritbaility, difficulty focusing and concentration, sleep problems and muscle tension. Children may also experience anxiety and it may be portrayed differently than adults.

Do you suffer from anxiety, panic or stress? Some of your symptoms might be emotional: depressed, weepy or edgy and short tempered. Physical: neck pain,shoulder, back, TMJ, constant headaches or stomach aches. What about Behavioral Symptoms; over eating, drinking, shopping, doing drugs, gambling or video addiction? Cognitions ( thoughts); feeling overwhelmed, confused, not able to make decisions, no mind clarity, lost and helpless at times.We will help you learn to stop worrying and deal with your stressors in a healthy way so you can start living again.

To help you combat anxiety issues, I use a combination of therapies tailored to your needs and strengths, including Cognitive- Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused, Adlerian, and Existential. We will work together to make the changes needed in thoughts and behaviors as you relearn new ways to cope with life. We will also take a deep dive into your lifestyle, sleep patterns, dietary habits and exercise routine. We’ll determine if we can make reasonable adjustments that will lessen your anxiety naturally and holistically.