Anxiety

What is anxiety?

Anxiety is a natural response to stress that develops when you experience perceived threats or challenges. It can be helpful in certain situations, particularly if you’re in danger or in an unsafe environment. Anxiety can help you stay alert and cautious when you need to be on guard. 

However, if excessive worry, fear, or dread persists even when there is no immediate threat, it may indicate an anxiety disorder. 

With personalized coping strategies, evidence-based treatments, and extensive experience working with frontline workers, the Front Line Therapy of Texas, LLC team provides effective support and guidance to help you regain control over your anxiety.

What causes anxiety?

Many factors can make anxiety worse or cause more persistent episodes.

Things that tend to trigger anxiety include:

• Sudden change or uncertainty
• Prolonged stress
• Financial strain
• Long hours at work or school
• Housing insecurity
• Caffeine or alcohol
• Social situations
• Lack of sleep

Understanding your anxiety triggers can help you manage your symptoms more effectively and improve your well-being.

Can anxiety cause physical and emotional symptoms?

Anxiety affects your whole body, causing a range of physical and emotional symptoms like:

• Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
• Sweating or clammy hands
• Trembling or shaking
• Shortness of breath 
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Muscle tension or stiffness
• Fatigue or weakness
• Restlessness or feeling on edge
• Difficulty concentrating 
• Irritability or mood swings
• Excessive worry
• Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• Hypervigilance
• Panic attacks (sudden and intense episodes of fear)
• Obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors
• Social withdrawal or isolation

The Front Line Therapy of Texas, LLC team works with you to calm these symptoms and keep anxiety from feeling all-consuming in your life.

What are the best ways to manage anxiety?

Front Line Therapy of Texas, LLC's team draws from their experiences to help you manage anxiety. Some effective therapeutic techniques the team may implement into your plan include:

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

CBT focuses on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and beliefs, teaching practical coping skills, and gradually exposing you to feared situations to reduce anxiety.

Critical incident stress management (CISM)

CISM provides structured support and interventions shortly after a critical incident to help you process emotions, reduce stress, and promote resilience. CISM may include individual or group debriefings, psychoeducation, and relaxation techniques to help you cope with anxiety.

Call Front Line Therapy of Texas, LLC today or schedule an appointment online to take the first step toward managing your anxiety.