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Expert Anxiety Treatment

Anxiety Therapy in Silver Spring, Maryland

Evidence-based anxiety treatment using CBT, EMDR, and medication management. Compassionate care for adolescents, young adults, and individuals in Montgomery County.

Licensed PMHNP
Telehealth Available
Anxiety therapy session

Anxiety Disorders We Treat

Comprehensive anxiety treatment tailored to your specific needs

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Persistent worry and tension about everyday situations, affecting daily functioning and quality of life.

Social Anxiety

Intense fear of social situations, leading to avoidance of interactions and impacting relationships.

Panic Disorder

Sudden panic attacks with physical symptoms like racing heart, shortness of breath, and overwhelming fear.

Phobias

Specific, intense fears of objects or situations that interfere with normal activities.

OCD

Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that cause distress and consume significant time.

PTSD & Trauma

Anxiety stemming from traumatic experiences, including flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance.

Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches

Proven therapies that effectively reduce anxiety symptoms

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps you identify and change negative thought patterns that fuel anxiety. Through structured sessions, you'll learn practical coping strategies to manage anxious thoughts and behaviors.

  • Identify anxiety triggers
  • Challenge negative thinking patterns
  • Develop healthy coping mechanisms

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is particularly effective for anxiety related to trauma. This approach helps reprocess distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact.

  • Process traumatic memories
  • Reduce anxiety symptoms
  • Build emotional resilience

Medication Management

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Harriet Avedi can prescribe and monitor medications to help manage anxiety symptoms when appropriate.

  • Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
  • Personalized medication plans
  • Ongoing monitoring and adjustments

Holistic Approach

We address anxiety from multiple angles, incorporating lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, and mindfulness practices alongside traditional therapy.

  • Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
  • Lifestyle and nutrition guidance
  • Sleep hygiene and stress reduction

Who We Serve

Specialized anxiety treatment for all ages in Silver Spring and surrounding areas

Adolescents

Helping teens navigate school anxiety, social pressures, and emotional challenges

Young Adults

Supporting life transitions, career stress, and relationship anxiety

Adults

Managing work anxiety, family responsibilities, and life stressors

Insurance & Payment Options

Accepted Insurance

Aetna AmeriHealth BlueCross and BlueShield Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna and Evernorth Medicaid Medicare Optum UnitedHealthcare Wellpoint / Amerigroup

What you pay depends on your specific plan. We can verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Other Options

Free 15-minute consultation Sliding scale available Out-of-network benefits Pay out-of-pocket Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)

Serving Silver Spring & Montgomery County

Convenient location with in-person and telehealth options

Our Location

13421 Tamarack Road
Silver Spring, MD 20904

Hours
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Areas We Serve:

Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Wheaton, Bethesda, Rockville, Kensington, and surrounding Montgomery County communities

Start Your Journey to Relief

Take the first step toward managing your anxiety. Contact us today.

Or call us directly:

(301) 674-4122
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