Everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their life and for most people, anxiety can be easily moved past. However, for others, it is not that easy. For them, anxiety becomes a way of life that damages relationships and causes general havoc with everyday life. It can even become a serious mental health issue that is better addressed by a mental health professional.

Do you struggle with chronic nervousness? Do you feel anxious when you don’t think you have control over your circumstances? Do you feel overwhelmed all the time? If these things describe you, then you may need to be evaluated for an anxiety disorder.

Left untreated, anxiety issues can cause serious problems with both your mental and physical health. It can even affect your relationship with God. However, Christian counseling for anxiety can provide hope and help you along the path to healing. It can provide the tools you need to overcome your anxiety and live a life of health and peace.

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What are some symptoms of anxiety disorders?

Anxiety can exhibit many different symptoms and may not look the same from person to person. However, here is a list of the more common symptoms (not in any particular order).

  • Trouble with decision-making
  • Excessive worry or fear
  • Excessive sweating
  • Having uncontrollable thoughts
  • Becoming easily irritated
  • Unexplained racing heartbeat
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Constant tension
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Feelings of powerlessness
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Feelings of dread, or impending danger

Anyone may experience these symptoms once in a while, but if you find yourself experiencing them frequently or over a longer period of time, it may indicate that you need to get professional help to determine if you have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety issues seldom travel alone and can be accompanied by or lead to other problems like depression, substance abuse, or even suicidal thoughts, not to mention their physical impact.

The professional counselors at Carrolton Christian Counseling have been trained to diagnose and implement treatment for anxiety disorders in a way that is appropriate to your particular situation.

Anxiety disorders fall into several general categories that include (but are not limited to):

Social anxiety disorder. Social anxiety disorder is characterized by intense and frequently irrational anxiety that is sparked by social situations. Symptoms include a general fear of social situations due to a sense of being judged, fear of angering or offending others, and worry about embarrassment or humiliation brought on by the social situation.

Panic disorder. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that is characterized by intense, recurrent, and unexpected episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress. These may be brought on by some specific trigger, or by nothing at all.

Generalized anxiety disorder. Generalized anxiety disorder is a longer-term type of anxiety lasting six months or longer that interferes with daily functioning due to worry that is excessive, typically irrational, and uncontrollable.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder. OCD is a condition where a person experiences persistent and unwanted thoughts, or obsessions, which lead them to perform compulsive behaviors to control the obsessions.

Post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD is an anxiety disorder that is caused by trauma with which a person is unable to come to terms. Symptoms typically include nightmares, depression, a constant state of alertness, and painful memories of the trauma.

Counseling is an effective method for treating anxiety disorders. However, it is best when combined with principles from God’s Word (the Bible) and faith in Christ. Carrolton Christian Counseling confidently provides this type of integrated approach.

Christian counseling for anxiety will enable you to:

  • Pinpoint and learn about your anxiety
  • Discover what lies at the root of your anxiety
  • Find a path to healing through faith
  • Develop a suitable recovery plan
  • Decide whether medication is a good option for you
  • Build an arsenal of tools to help you gain control over negative thoughts, emotions, and behaviors
  • Learn how to develop solid relationships
  • Begin making better choices
  • Find support to help your recovery last

Several therapy options are available to help you deal with and overcome your anxiety:

  • Exposure therapy
  • Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Psychodynamic therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Eye movement reprocessing and desensitization (EMDR)

Reach Out for Help

The therapists at Carrolton Christian Counseling will come alongside you and work with you to develop the best plan for your situation. They want you to find healing and peace and will walk with you on your journey.

To learn more about Christian counseling for anxiety in the Carrolton, Texas area, or to schedule a risk-free initial appointment, please call us at (469) 333-6163. You can also browse our online counselor directory to find the right counselor for you.

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(469) 300-4248

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