Anxiety Treatment in NYC

Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek psychiatric care, and for good reason—when anxiety becomes overwhelming, it can interfere with work, relationships, and quality of life. At Grove Street Psychiatry, I provide comprehensive treatment for anxiety disorders, helping you develop the tools to manage worry and reclaim your sense of calm.

Understanding Anxiety

Everyone experiences anxiety sometimes, but anxiety disorders involve excessive worry or fear that persists and interferes with daily functioning. Anxiety can show up as constant worry about the future, panic attacks, avoidance of social situations, or specific phobias.

Common experiences include:

• Persistent, uncontrollable worry about multiple areas of life

• Physical symptoms like racing heart, shortness of breath, or muscle tension

• Panic attacks with intense fear and physical discomfort

• Avoidance of situations that trigger anxiety

• Difficulty sleeping due to racing thoughts

• Feeling on edge or easily startled

• Exhaustion from constant vigilance and worry

My Approach to Anxiety Treatment

Anxiety is highly treatable, and most people find significant relief with the right combination of strategies. I take a comprehensive approach:

Thorough Evaluation: We'll explore your anxiety symptoms, what triggers them, and how they're affecting your life. I'll also assess for specific anxiety disorders like generalized anxiety, panic disorder, or social anxiety.

Medication Management: When appropriate, medication can help reduce anxiety symptoms and make it easier to engage in therapy and daily life. I'll work with you to find an approach that feels right for you.

Skills Development: Managing anxiety involves learning to tolerate uncertainty, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and gradually face feared situations. I'll help you understand your anxiety patterns and build practical coping skills.

Therapy Collaboration: While I primarily provide medication management, I often work alongside therapists who specialize in evidence-based treatments like CBT or exposure therapy, which are particularly effective for anxiety.

What to Expect

Treatment begins with an initial evaluation where we'll discuss your anxiety symptoms, when they occur, and what you've tried so far. Together, we'll develop a treatment plan that might include medication, practical strategies for managing symptoms, and therapy referrals when helpful.

Many people notice improvement within a few weeks of starting treatment. Recovery from anxiety isn't about eliminating all worry—it's about building your capacity to manage it without letting it control your life.

Who I Work With

I specialize in working with young adults experiencing anxiety in the context of major life transitions, work pressure, relationship stress, or perfectionism. Whether your anxiety is new or longstanding, effective treatment can help you feel more grounded and in control.

Getting Started

If anxiety is interfering with your life, you don't have to manage it alone. With appropriate treatment and support, you can learn to navigate worry and uncertainty with more confidence.