Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in Elmendorf, TX.

Part of life seems to have evolved to experience increased stress that oftentimes leads to anxiety. COVID was and still is a difficult situation with our differing health issues and risks. We have learned and found techniques that help reinforce your strengths and help you deal with the anxiety that can be produced. You are not alone in this process, call us for help.

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point, but for some the anxiety is so frequent or intense that it interferes with their lives or even triggers panic attacks. I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help my clients get a sense of control over their own anxiety. We collaborate to learn skills to reduce the frequency or intensity of the anxious feelings, to tolerate the anxiety when it does occur so they can still function through it, and to practice habits that reduce stress and improve general mental health.

Anxiety and stress make it impossible for you to think through immediate issues let alone work through complex interpersonal conflict and trauma. I work with my clients on mindful approaches to anxiety. It's important to utilize skills that help us relax our bodies so that our minds can come back online and work through the actual problems we face.

Life can be stressful and overwhelming at times. Counselors can help you live a happier more fulfilling life by providing tools, support, coping and problem solving skills in a nonjudgmental and caring environment. I would like to assist you in a safe and therapeutic environment. I am licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors. I am trained in numerous therapeutic approaches. In a counseling session we will explore emotional and cognitive barriers, past and present relationships, and collaboratively devise therapy goals.

We hold our anxiety and stress in our body. We feel tension, gut problems, hot flashes, disrupted sleep and more. I work with anxiety and stress by helping individuals learn and develop tools to re-regulate their nervous system. When we have a coherent and fluid nervous system, we can do difficult things without feeling paralyzed by overwhelming fear.

Everyone feels anxiety at some point in their lives but when it starts to interfere with your life, counseling can help. Although anxiety can feel debilitating, it is treatable. People with anxiety don’t always share the same symptoms, they vary from person to person. Therapy will help you to reclaim your life and function in a chronically stressful world.

From feeling the pre-presentation jitters to getting butterflies before a big date, anxiety is something that all of us will experience from time to time. But when anxiety levels escalate to the point of panic or begin adversely impacting your daily functioning, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and confused. We specialize in all types of anxiety and can help you feel in control and at peace in your life.

Anxiety is supposed to be an ally. It is a primal emotional experience that is supposed to help you avoid danger. It forecasts a potential future, but in the modern world, that future may not exist. The dirty trick of anxiety is often the worrying about worrying about worrying about worrying about worry. Stopping the cycle through increased understanding of the biological systems involved in anxiety and learning how to change the bodies reactions begins the process of turning anxiety back into an ally instead of an enemy you have to fight.

Lake Austin Psychotherapy offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorder as well as EMDR (Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing) to accelerate symptom relief from anxiety, stress and panic disorder. Somatic Experiencing is also incorporated to promote mind-body connections and autonomic regulation for heightened nervous system response.

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.

We recognize the profound impact that anxiety can have on your life. Our clinicians offer a supportive and compassionate space to help you navigate through the challenges of anxiety. Through personalized treatment approaches, we work collaboratively to explore the root causes of your anxiety, identify triggers, and develop practical coping strategies. Whether you're experiencing panic attacks, social anxiety, or generalized anxiety disorder, we're here to provide you with the tools and support needed to regain control of your life. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards finding peace, resilience, and a renewed sense of calm.