Overview
Anxiety disorders respond well to treatment. Therapy — especially cognitive behavioral therapy — is first-line for many people, with medication added or used alone depending on severity and preference. Care can be delivered in person or by telehealth.
Common symptoms
- • Constant worry
- • Restlessness
- • Racing heart or chest tightness
- • Trouble sleeping
- • Difficulty concentrating
When to seek care
- • Worry that interferes with work, school or relationships
- • Panic attacks
- • Thoughts of self-harm — call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) right away
Specialists who treat anxiety
Providers accepting patients
See allDr. Rodrigo Pablo Roman
Psychiatry
Sunrise, FL
Dr. Sarah Claudia Bennett Jr
Psychiatry
Pembroke Pines, FL
Dr. Bobby Bruno Otero
Psychiatry
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dr. Johnny Javier Quinones
Psychiatry
Cape Coral, FL
Dr. Steven Reed
Psychiatry
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dr. Bianca Richardson
Psychiatry
St. Petersburg, FL
Dr. Juan Benjamin Campbell
Psychiatry
Lakeland, FL
Dr. David Hall
Psychiatry
Miami, FL
Frequently asked questions
- Psychiatrist or psychologist?
- Psychiatrists are physicians who can prescribe medication. Psychologists and licensed therapists provide talk therapy. Many people see both.
- Is telehealth effective for anxiety?
- Yes — therapy delivered by video is widely used and many providers in this directory offer telehealth visits.
This page is general health education, not medical advice, and does not create a patient relationship. Talk with a licensed clinician about your situation. In an emergency, call 911.