Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in Beverly, NJ.

Anxiety and stress are probably the most common issues that all of us deal with. Jobs, school, money, illnesses, relationships, unmet expectations, and even genetics can effect how and how much stress and anxiety we can feel. Learning to put these day to day events into perspective and learning techniques to decrease stress and anxiety can greatly improve our sense of happiness and quality of life.

While we all live with some degree of anxiety and stress in our lives, there are times when the anxiety and stress levels overwhelm us and our usual ways of coping no longer work. When overwhelmed by stress an anxiety, it is not uncommon to shut down, engage in poor decision making or partake in destructive escape routes. I help clients gain perspective, problem-solve, and find ways to increase support during times of extreme stress, anxiety, loss and disappointment. Clients with whom I work with on issues of anxiety and stress report feeling more hopeful, more capable, reassured and better able to tackle life's challenges and disappointments.

Anxiety and stress coping deficits can be exausting and cause great distress in people's lives. Additionally, what most people typically do to cope with such anxiety (avoidance techniques) can often lead to further anxiety and greater overall suffering. Utilizing the techniques shown to be effective in the CBT literature, we can work together to move through the anxiety issues and get back to a world that is bigger, more meaningful, and much more peaceful.

Are you tired of feeling anxious? Is stress ruining your life? I utilize various techniques to help you achieve your goal. Among them are cognitive therapy, hypnotherapy, creative visualization and role play. I have been able to assist clients in successfully manage their anxiety and stress, so they can have a more productive life and find happiness.

When anxiety takes hold, it can be easy to fall into a cycle of avoidance. This means avoiding situations or activities that make us feel anxious, in the hopes of reducing our anxiety levels. While this might provide some temporary relief, in the long run it can actually make things worse. Avoidance can reinforce our anxiety, making us feel even more afraid and uncertain about the things we’re avoiding. Over time, this can lead to a decrease in overall life satisfaction and quality of life, as we limit our experiences and miss out on opportunities for growth and enjoyment. Breaking the cycle of avoidance is an important step in managing anxiety, and therapy for anxiety can be a helpful tool.

Society demands a lot from you. Maybe you often feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and like your brain won't slow down. The inner critic can get loud with the 'what ifs' and worst case scenarios. Thinking positive thoughts isn't usually enough to help your brain and nervous system feel calm and safe. In my work with clients, we focus on strategies that reach the body, brain, and nervous system functioning to create peace, safety, and balance.

When we feel a loss of control, it can be scary and disabling. In my practice, I incorporate traditional talk therapy with mindfulness based therapy and yoga practices. Yoga and meditative exercises can help a person regain a sense of control over their thoughts, emotions, and physical body. Being centered within can help significantly reduce anxiety and symptoms created by stress. Take some time for self care and relaxation. I can help you feel more in control of your daily life, rather than feeling as though anxiety has taken control over you.

Stress and anxiety are part of life. However, at times anxiety and stress can become overwhelming and debilitating. Together with my clients we will start to uncover how thoughts can lead to anxiety. Through this awareness, the courage to face fears begins. Techniques and strategies to managing stress and anxiety will further support my clients' alleviation of symptoms.

My philosophy of therapy and change is that change comes from within. As a therapist, I ask a great deal in asking an individual to change, as change is an incredibly difficult task for everyone. The journey of change requires both the client and myself to work collaboratively throughout this journey. It is for this reason that the rapport between the client and myself is critical. I aim to provide all my clients with the space to explore their underlying feelings, thoughts, and behaviors so that they can engage in change.

The key to understanding anxiety and stress, is to recognize that they typically caused by self-defeating, habitual ways of perceiving and reacting to situations. Some forms of anxiety can be considered diagnosable problems such as generalized anxiety, phobias, and panic attacks and may require the help of a professional to effectively address them. However, for everyday forms of stress the answer lies in realizing they are not the enemy, but only survival reactions which we can learn to manage skillfully through methods such as relaxation exercises, time management, and cognitive-behavioral approaches you can learn from books, videos and counselors who specialize in this area.

I see this as the "common cold" of mental health issues that every client struggles with on some level. I help clients look at possible past and current factors that may be creating or maintaining the stress and anxiety. If the anxiety/stress is coming from past or current traumatic experiences, EMDR therapy helps clients re-process them to come to a more adaptive view that aids healing. I teach relaxation, deep breathing, and meditation practices to be used at home to decrease the impact of stress and anxiety on a client's life. Finally, I help clients identify and rid themselves of unhealthy relationships that may be creating or maintaining the anxiety.

STRATEGIES FOR CHANGE Dr. Marty has developed his own approach to help folks deal with stress and anxiety which combines short term therapy, EFT, EMDR, short term insight and behavior therapy. When appropriate hypnosis can also be used. Dr. Marty believes that different people need different approaches. If you are going to see a counselor, therapist or psychologist ask how many approaches they use. I believe one size does not fit all. To get more information go to drmartytashman.com. or call (732)246-8484

At SYTI Counseling, we understand that anxiety and stress can be all-consuming, affecting every facet of your life from work to relationships. Our approach aims to give you the tools to not just manage these symptoms but to thrive in spite of them. Through our sessions, you'll learn to identify triggers, reframe negative thought patterns, and build a personalized coping strategy. We focus on holistic well-being, empowering you to embrace challenges with resilience and equanimity. Our ultimate goal is to help you live a balanced life, unburdened by the weight of unchecked stress and anxiety.

Got Stress? Get Creative! My favorite daily practice is to smile when I feel one of those feelings (stressed, upset, overwhelmed, anxious…) I immediately feel better and am able to respond effectively to what is in front of me (like car going too slow when I’m in a hurry or someone being rude/ unthoughtful/difficult). I learned this during my training over the years in performance and improv… learning to creatively respond to what’s coming at me/being offered by the world with acceptance and openness. And, as a therapist I have seen how creatively responding verses automatically reacting out of anger, fear, stress, frustration, etc can help clients as well as me. In the....

Anxiety can feel overwhelming and frightening. Therapy can be a helpful tool in learning effective coping skills. My goal is to help you explore, form, and utilize adaptive coping mechanisms for when you are feeling worried or anxious. I use a number of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, we will build a toolbox for coping with these types of feelings.

Successfully treating anxiety and stress is often illusive. Don't forget - stress and anxiety are not the same thing - kind of like thunder and lightening not being the same thing. It is possible to feel stress without feeling anxious. But, when anxiety flares up, stress is always waiting in the wings. We know that anxiety is a fear-based emotion. Genetics gone awry is to blame. Getting relief from stress is often easier than getting relief from anxiety. Stress can be managed to some extent, but anxiety is innate. We are born with it. Not great news I'm afraid, but there are therapies that can help overly-anxious people find relief. Medication is often the treatment of choice.

While most treatment approaches for anxiety and stress are effective on the surface, they don’t treat the real problem. Mantras, deep breathing, and rational dialogues about your fear being irrational rarely work---for most people don’t believe it or you! Imagine if you can trick the brain into changing without you telling your conscious mind that you are changing it? Problem with anxiety and stress is that the brain in this state knows you want to change it and it resists. Contact Kevin@kevinfleminphd.com for the ultimate stress and anxiety solution that will literally change your brain's autonomic nervous system patterns while you sit on your butt. 877-606-6161.

Anxiety and stress are overwhelming and can make people feel like their life is out of control. As a therapist specializing in anxiety and stress, I use effective tools to help you reduce stress and anxiety as quickly as possible so you can get relief fast. The goals is not just to get you coping with stress and anxiety, but actually reducing anxiety and stress so that you feel peaceful, happy, and in tune with life again.

I will show you how you make yourself anxious about the things you find threatening and challenging. Anxiety and stress are largely self-created by the beliefs we tacitly hold about adversity or potential adversity. I will show you your self-defeating beliefs and teach you how to think so you feel sensible concern and do what you can do to avoid danger and threats. I will show you how to philosophically accept what cannot be avoided and thereby minimize the stress you feel about what cannot be changed or avoided. Using the power of your own ability to think in a self-helping way I will help you to change your feelings of anxiety.

Anxiety can be paralyzing and our thoughts and fears can feel like they are running the show, but it doesn't have to be that way. With coping skills and a sense of security, managing anxious thoughts is possible. With techniques such as thought stopping and reframing, we can begin to argue and win the battle against anxiety. With support and a deeper understanding anxiety can be successfully managed.

We have come a long way since the days of running from a tiger in the forest...or have we? Though our modern lives are far removed from that ancient experience, our bodies are not! Understanding how the survival system of our minds and body play out in modern day life is key to understanding how to manage stress and anxiety. I work with clients to learn how to develop skills and insights that move them from surviving to thriving and effectively increase their capacity to enjoy life!