Counseling for Anxiety Salem Oregon Can Count On
Anxiety disorder is a type of mental disorder. It happens to be highly treatable, but not everyone gets the help they need. Approximately 40 million Americans suffer from anxiety in this country. This disorder takes many forms, such as depression, panic disorders, social anxiety disorders, phobias and generalized anxiety disorders. Despite the type you suffer from, take comfort in knowing that help is out there. Counselor James Gibb, MA, LCPC, NCC specializes in treating chronic mental illness, personality disorders, and a variety of anxiety and depression disorders. While you may feel anxious every once in a while, an anxiety disorder goes a bit deeper. This can result when those feelings of anxiety start to prevent you from carrying on with your normal life. Make that first step for help. James Gibb can provide counseling for anxiety Salem Oregon can count on.
A Look at Anxiety
Doctors don’t know exactly what causes anxiety. It could vary by person, resulting from any number of things such as faulty circuits in the brain or environmental stress. Anxiety disorders can also run in families. More research is being done every year to find out why. While there are many different types of anxiety disorders, each with its own symptoms, there are some general symptoms that all anxiety disorders share. They include:
- Panic, fear, uneasiness
- Problems sleeping
- Depression
- Cold, sweaty, numb or tingling hands or feet
- Shortness of breath
- Inability to stay calm and still
- Heart palpitations
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Tense muscles
Anxiety often manifests itself in physical symptoms, which may prompt you to visit your primary care physician. However, if your doctor can’t find a physical cause for your distress, he or she may refer you to a therapist for anxiety treatment. A combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and medication may be right for you.
Contact James Gibb Counseling
If you suspect you suffer from anxiety in Salem but are unsure of where to go, contact counselor James Gibb at 309-716-3874 or email info@jamesgibb.com. Online counseling is available for Portland Oregon, Salem Oregon, Central Illinois and nation wide.