At our Teen Treatment Center in Los Angeles, we believe that gaining a better understanding of your condition is important so that you can manage it better. For example, did you know that anxiety in teens often come in three different types? These are:
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General Anxiety Disorder
Excessive and exaggerated worry about everyday life that it disrupts a teenager’s daily living and ability to complete tasks. Read more » -
Panic Disorder
Characterized by panic attacks that are associated with chest pain, shortness of breath, upset stomach, dizziness, and increased heart rate. Read more » -
Social Anxiety Disorder
A teenager with Social Anxiety Disorder has intense fears about social humiliation which leads them to avoid joining conversations and socialization. Read more » -
Specific Phobias
Everyone has something that makes them fearful or anxious. However, someone with a phobia has specific events, objects, or places that cause a strong, irrational fear that often leads to panic. In order to avoid panicking, people with specific phobias will do everything to avoid their triggers. Read more » -
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
A mental health problem that may develop after an individual witnesses or experiences a traumatic event such as combat, a natural disaster, sexual assault, or a car accident. Read more » -
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
We are qualified to evaluate and treat teens between the ages of 12-17 who have OCD. We have trained mental health professionals who understand this disorder and can provide the necessary therapies required. Read more » -
Depression
Depression (also known as clinical depression) is a serious mental illness that is characterized by a persistent feeling of worthlessness and sadness. Read more »
Services and Programs for Teen Anxiety Therapy
Now that you have a better understanding of the different types of anxiety, you should also educate yourself about the treatment options available for you. While your treatment will be determined by a mental health professional, it is still important for you to gain a better understanding of it as well. At Teen Anxiety, we offer the following services and programs for teen anxiety therapy:
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely-used therapy options in treating anxiety disorders. During CBT, negative thoughts and cognitions, and your response to certain situations will be determined to see how they trigger and contribute to anxiety. Essentially, the premise of CBT is that one’s thoughts – not external events – are the ones that affect how you feel. Read more » -
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an innovative psychotherapeutic technique used in treating anxiety disorders. This therapeutic method has two main objectives: (a) accepting that certain feelings, thoughts, and situations cannot be controlled, and (b) committing oneself to living life according to their goals and values. Read more » -
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an acceptance-based behavior therapy. During DBT, symptoms of anxiety are treated; however, an emphasis on accepting experiences as they are now is also important. For example, an individual undergoing DBT has to accept that everything is as it should be, but at the same time, they can do better to create a positive change in their lives. Read more » -
Individualized Psychotherapy
Individualized Psychotherapy provides clients with the opportunity to closely work one-on-one with a qualified mental health professional. Sessions are conducted in a safe, secure, and private environment where the client can freely talk about their concerns, behaviors, and feelings. Read more » -
Holistic Therapies
We offer Holistic Therapies that caters to the individual’s overall mental and behavioral needs. With our holistic therapy, we do not just treat an individual’s symptoms for anxiety. Instead, we also delve deeper into their thoughts, behaviors, and reactions to help them gain a better grasp of their condition so that they can manage it better. Read more » -
Group Therapy
Therapy sessions can be conducted in groups. Teenagers can bring in their family or friends, and group sessions can also entail a therapy session that includes the other members in the facility. Group Therapy is conducted in a safe and private environment, where the people involved can freely talk about their feelings without fear of being judged by other members of the group. Read more » -
Medication
Medication is typically prescribed in combination with anxiety therapies. It is useful in easing the symptoms of anxiety, and it is generally considered effective and safe. After carefully examining the condition and needs of the teens, our mental health professionals can prescribe the appropriate medications for their condition. Medications can be prescribed on a short-term or long-term basis, depending on the teens’ conditions, severity of symptoms, and other factors. Read more »
At Teen Anxiety, we’ll help you cope with the anxiety that you are feeling. First, we do the necessary evaluations and assessment to diagnose what type of anxiety you are suffering from. From there, we can identify the right treatment program for you. Do not worry as we respect the confidentiality of this situation and will work closely with you for your optimal benefit and recovery.
Anxiety is something you can let go of. With our help and with the support of your family and friends, you can do it! Call us at 888-248-1278 or Set An Appointment to get started with Teen Anxiety Treatment in Los Angeles, California.