Highly specific treatments for each of these anxiety disorders have been developed and have proven efficacy in well-controlled trials. Anxiety disorders are generally treated with forms of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), medications, or a combination of the two. Sometimes, other treatment approaches are used or incorporated as appropriate; All treatment choices are thoughtfully made to fit the needs of our individual clients. For children and adolescents, family-centered interventions or parent training are often key elements of treatment as well as CBT. For most anxiety disorders, CBT is currently considered the first line of treatment, and it is clear that CBT enhances long-term outcomes.
Disorders that we treat at the Anxiety and Stress Reduction Center of Seattle: