Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in Wylie, TX.

Anxiety and stress happen when you are faced with a problem in which your tried and true coping mechanisms don't work. Remember, even positive things can lead to stress because it requires you to change and adapt to the situation. I offer counseling tailored to your needs that will help you identify your stressors and learn how to overcome them. You can not avoid stress but you can ensure that you deal with it effectively and quickly.

While anxiety and stress are very common, it does not make them any the less debilitating to your life. Our brain's natural built in resources meant to protect us often end up back firing in times where the amount of stress and anxiety is simply not needed, however turning this process off can be difficult to do without the support of trained counselor by your side. Through learning tools, techniques, and lifestyle changes to manage and re train our responses, it is fully possible to reduce anxiety levels and the stress that comes along. Anxiety and Panic Attacks can really prevent you from living life to its fullest and I am eager to meet you where you are at to kickstart your healing.

Dr. Underwood & Associates are training in the treatment of anxiety disorders that range from adjustment issues to Post Traumatic Stress. Through the use of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), EMDR, CBT, & HRV-Biofeedback, clients can enjoy life again by utilizing healthier coping skills that focus on minimizing the use of medications. Underwood Counseling & Consultation PLLC focuses on the use of integrated wellness approach such as therapy, fitness, nutrition, & acupuncture.

I practice psychotherapy specializing in working with adolescents & adults in the treatment of anxiety, anxiety disorders, and trauma. This includes Generalized Anxiety Disorder, perfectionistic thinking, panic attacks, social anxiety, & anxiety caused by past traumas. Anxiety is often experienced together with depression, stress, significant life changes, relationship issues, chronic medical illness or pain, or a desire to improve your quality of life.

The goal of therapy is to stop the behaviors that have had devastating effects on you and those around you and to create more of what you do want in your life; healthy relationships, meaningful time with family and friends, increased productivity at work, feeling comfortable in your own skin, and sustained peace of mind. We help provide a safe environment without judgement to allow healing to begin.

A multifaceted treatment approach for anxiety and stress in counseling involves combining the cognitive restructuring of CBT, the mindfulness practices of MBSR, the tangible tools of relaxation techniques, the systematic exposure of Exposure Therapy, and the forward-focused strength-building of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Tailoring these approaches to individual needs creates a comprehensive and effective strategy for alleviating anxiety and stress, empowering clients to foster lasting well-being.

Do you find yourself worrying about the uncertainty of tomorrow? Do you feel as though you have too much to deal with? I can help you learn about the basis of your feelings and create ways of going through your life more at ease by learning to better ways to manage your stress. Together we will work on improving your self-esteem in social settings, being content with situations that seem out of your control, and managing your stress with relaxation in a calm and relaxed setting. Call or e-mail today to see how I can help you better manage your stress and anxiety. For more information about my services, please visit my website at http://vantagepointdallascounseling.com

As a high-achieving man, anxiety and stress comes with the territory. And you wouldn’t be where you are today in life unless you’ve handled it pretty well until now. But most successful men find that anxiety eventually impacts them. Whether it’s slowly been eating at you for years, or you’ve just experienced your first panic attack, you’re not going crazy. There are solutions, and this can get better. I help men learn practical stress-management techniques, but I don’t stop there. I also help them identify the root causes of their stress and anxiety, and use research-proven EMDR therapy to systematically target them. The results are measurable, evidenced by deeper calm and clarity of mind.