950 S Cherry St suite 1675, Denver, CO 80246
I’ll help you tackle the monstrous beast known as anxiety. As an anxiety therapist in Denver, I’ve helped treat hundreds if not thousands of people. I know some of the very best techniques known to that will help you live the life you know is possible. Even a short 30-minute consultation can help. I encourage you to reach out and get the help you deserve today.
Hi, I’m Carl, an anxiety counselor in Colorado. I am not an in-network insurance provider. You can see my here to see my rates.
"In many studies, CBT has been demonstrated to be as effective, or more effective than, other forms of psychological therapy or psychiatric medications" --APA.org
Oftentimes, people who come in for anxiety therapy aren’t even aware of all the horrible thoughts that enter into their imagination. They entertain them without even realizing it. What cognitive behavior therapy does is help you identify these thoughts and address them logically.
Not just count backwards from 10 when your mad techniques, but somatic relaxation techniques, grounding exercises, and problem-solving strategies that help calm down your nervous system and breathe.
But who can help us identify these anxious thoughts? Sometimes, even our closest friends aren’t able to help us in this regard. That’s where a trained anxiety therapist can truly shine. They’re trained to reveal the subconscious, automatic thoughts that overwhelm us.
Having someone set personal goals and help us keep us accountable to those goals is half of therapy. It’s important that you have someone who understands the inner-workings of your mind and can help you navigate anxious thoughts with great assurance.
MBSR teaches clients to stay present and engaged in the moment, reducing the tendency to ruminate on past or future worries. It is effective because it promotes a calm, non-judgmental awareness of thoughts and feelings.
This method gradually exposes clients to the sources of their anxiety in a controlled manner, helping them build tolerance and reduce avoidance behaviors. It is effective because it desensitizes clients to anxiety triggers over time.
You may be experiencing anxiety due to a specific stressor or life change, such as moving, divorce, or job loss. Interventions, in these cases, may focus on improving coping strategies and providing support during your adjustment period.
The most misunderstood aspect of anxiety is that it is simply a matter of “worrying too much” or that individuals can simply “snap out of it.” Anxiety disorders are complex and often involve a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. They require proper treatment and understanding rather than dismissal or oversimplification.
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Example: A client with social anxiety disorder who initially struggled with public places due to social fears was able to go into public locations like stores after several months of CBT and exposure therapy. They reported improved self-esteem and more positive social interactions.
Example: A client with generalized anxiety disorder learned to manage their worry through mindfulness and relaxation techniques. They reported feeling more in control of their thoughts and more successful in stopping rumination episodes.
Example: A client with adjustment disorder, who was struggling with the stress of a recent job loss, benefited from supportive therapy and problem-solving techniques. They were able to develop a new career plan and improve their overall mood and outlook on life.
People experience anxiety for a variety of reasons, including genetic predisposition, brain chemistry, personality, and life experiences. It is a natural response to stress and can be triggered by a wide range of factors such as trauma, major life changes, chronic stress, or an underlying medical condition. Anxiety serves an evolutionary purpose by preparing individuals to deal with potential threats, but it becomes problematic when it is excessive or disproportionate to the situation.
If you’re experiencing a lot of anxious thoughts and it’s getting in the way of everyday life, I highly encourage you to reach out. Even an initial consultation can help give you some insight into what may be going on, coping strategies. I set short, medium, and longterm goals with every one of my clients.
Anxiety is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but it doesn't get you very far.
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Please note that we do not accept insurance at this time. Anxiety therapy sessions are $180/hr.
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