Anxiety Treatments in Florida, New York, & Massachusetts | Evidence-Based Care for All Anxiety Disorders
Expert Treatment for GAD, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, OCD & Phobias
Living with anxiety can feel overwhelming, the constant worry, racing thoughts, physical tension, panic attacks, or avoidance behaviors that limit your life. Whether you're experiencing generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, OCD, specific phobias, or a combination of anxiety conditions, effective treatment is available. At Palm Beach Psychiatry, Dr. Nader provides comprehensive, evidence-based anxiety treatment that addresses the root causes of your symptoms and helps you regain control, confidence, and peace of mind. We are licensed to see patients through tele-psychiatry in the states of Florida, New York, and Massachusetts.
Anxiety disorders are among the most common and treatable mental health conditions, yet many people suffer for years without seeking help or receiving inadequate treatment. Dr. Nader specializes in accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment for all types of anxiety disorders, combining the latest psychiatric medications, therapeutic interventions, and holistic strategies to help you achieve lasting relief.
Understanding Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety becomes a clinical disorder when worry, fear, or anxiety symptoms are excessive, persistent, difficult to control, and significantly interfere with your daily functioning, relationships, work, or quality of life. While occasional anxiety is a normal human experience, anxiety disorders involve chronic, intense symptoms that don't match the actual level of threat or danger.
Common Types of Anxiety Disorders We Treat
Persistent, excessive worry about multiple areas of life (work, health, finances, relationships) accompanied by physical symptoms like muscle tension, restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and sleep problems. People with GAD often describe feeling "on edge" most of the time and struggle to control their worries even when they recognize they're disproportionate.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Social Anxiety Disorder
Intense fear of social situations where you might be judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others, leading to avoidance of social interactions, public speaking, eating in front of others, or being the center of attention. Social anxiety causes significant distress and can severely limit career opportunities, relationships, and life enjoyment.
Specific Phobias
Intense, irrational fear of specific objects or situations (heights, flying, needles, blood, animals, enclosed spaces) that leads to avoidance behavior and causes distress or functional impairment when the feared stimulus is encountered or anticipated.
Agoraphobia
Fear and avoidance of situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable if panic-like symptoms occur, such as public transportation, open spaces, crowds, or being outside the home alone.
Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, sudden surges of intense fear that peak within minutes and include symptoms like racing heart, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, trembling, sweating, numbness, and feelings of losing control or dying. Panic disorder also involves persistent worry about having more panic attacks and avoidance of situations where attacks have occurred.
Panic Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Intrusive, unwanted thoughts that cause significant anxiety, coupled with repetitive behaviors or mental rituals (compulsions) performed to reduce anxiety or prevent feared outcomes. Common themes include contamination fears, perfectionism, intrusive violent or sexual thoughts, and need for symmetry or order.
Health Anxiety (Illness Anxiety Disorder)
Excessive preoccupation with having or acquiring a serious illness, despite minimal or no symptoms, accompanied by high levels of health-related anxiety and excessive health-related behaviors like checking body for signs of illness or avoiding medical care.
Recognizing Anxiety Symptoms
When to Seek Treatment
Anxiety manifests in psychological, physical, and behavioral symptoms.
You may benefit from professional anxiety treatment if you experience
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Excessive worry or rumination that's difficult to control
Constant sense of dread or anticipating the worst
Racing thoughts or mind going blank
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Irritability or feeling on edge
Fear of losing control or "going crazy"
Intrusive, unwanted thoughts or images
Hypervigilance or scanning for threats
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Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
Chest tightness or pain
Shortness of breath or feeling smothered
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or faintness
Trembling or shaking
Sweating or chills
Nausea or stomach problems
Muscle tension or aches
Fatigue or exhaustion
Insomnia or restless sleep
Headaches
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Avoiding situations that trigger anxiety
Reassurance-seeking from others
Procrastination or difficulty completing tasks
Difficulty leaving home or trying new things
Compulsive behaviors or rituals
Substance use to cope with anxiety
Declining social invitations or opportunities
Difficulty maintaining work or school performance
Why Choose Palm Beach Psychiatry for Anxiety Treatment?
Specialized Expertise
Dr. Nader is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience treating all types of anxiety disorders, from generalized anxiety to complex, treatment-resistant cases.
Personalized Treatment Plans
We recognize that no two patients are alike. Your treatment plan is tailored to your specific anxiety disorder, symptom severity, co-occurring conditions, preferences, and lifestyle.
Evidence-Based Care
All treatment recommendations are based on current psychiatric research and clinical guidelines, ensuring you receive the most effective, proven interventions.
Collaborative Approach
Dr. Nader values your input and involves you in treatment decisions. Your preferences, concerns, and treatment goals guide the care you receive.
Comprehensive Care
We address not just your anxiety symptoms but also contributing factors like sleep problems, substance use, relationship stress, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Convenient Access
With secure tele-psychiatry available throughout Florida, New York, and Massachusetts, accessing anxiety treatment is convenient and flexible.
Take the First Step Toward Freedom from Anxiety
Living with constant worry, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, or overwhelming fear doesn't have to be your reality. Effective anxiety treatment can help you regain control, rebuild confidence, and return to the activities and relationships you've been avoiding. Dr. Nader's compassionate, evidence-based approach provides the expert care you need to overcome anxiety and reclaim your life.
Palm Beach Psychiatry provides anxiety treatment to patients throughout all of Florida, New York, and Massachusetts, including Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, North Palm Beach, Juno Beach, and surrounding communities.
Common Questions About Anxiety Treatment
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Many patients notice improvement within 4-6 weeks of starting medication, with continued improvement over 2-3 months. The duration of treatment varies, some people need medication for several months to a year, while others with chronic anxiety benefit from longer-term management.
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SSRIs and SNRIs (the most commonly prescribed anxiety medications) are not habit-forming and don't cause dependence. Benzodiazepines can lead to physical dependence with long-term daily use, which is why Dr. Nader prescribes them carefully and typically for short-term or intermittent use.
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Some people experience complete resolution of anxiety with treatment and remain well after discontinuing medication, especially if anxiety developed in response to specific stressors. Others have chronic anxiety that requires ongoing management. Either way, effective treatment can help you live a full, productive life.
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While medication alone can be effective for anxiety, research shows that combining medication with therapy (particularly CBT) provides the best long-term outcomes for most anxiety disorders. Dr. Nader can refer you to skilled therapists and coordinate your care.
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If first-line treatments don't provide adequate relief, Dr. Nader has extensive experience with alternative medications, combination strategies, and treatment augmentation approaches. Treatment-resistant anxiety can be challenging, but multiple options are available.
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Chronic, untreated anxiety can contribute to various health issues including cardiovascular problems, digestive issues, weakened immune function, chronic pain, and increased risk of substance abuse. Treating anxiety benefits both your mental and physical health.
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Yes. Research shows telepsychiatry is equally effective as in-person treatment for anxiety disorders. Virtual appointments provide convenient access to care while maintaining the same quality of treatment, and many patients find the comfort of home reduces their anxiety during appointments.