Anxiety Therapy in Colorado
Anxiety can feel like a constant, unwelcome companion. It’s the racing heart in the middle of the night, the endless loop of ‘what if’ thoughts, and the dread that keeps you from living your life fully. We want you to know that what you’re feeling is real, and you don’t have to live this way. There is a path to finding calm and regaining control.
The Horrifying Reality
The thing about anxiety and panic is that a certain amount of it is normal, like the moment you lock your keys in the car (panic), or the worry you feel before an important job interview (anxiety). This is why only 34% out of 40 million adult Americans that have anxiety disorder actually get treatment.
When to Get Help for Anxiety
You may be blaming yourself for being weak, or others may be telling you to “pull yourself together.” However, when feelings of anxiety and panic escalate into attacks so sudden and intense that you’re unable to think or move, or when these feelings persist or occur so frequently that the fear of them becomes a trigger, you may be dealing with an anxiety disorder.
How Ignite’s Therapy Approach Provides Relief
Anxiety is not just in your head, it lives in your body. That’s why our treatment goes beyond just talk therapy. We use a “whole person” approach with evidence-based tools designed to calm both your mind and your nervous system:
- Retraining the Brain: We use powerful modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you identify, challenge, and change the thought patterns that trigger anxiety.
- Healing on a Biological Level: Our methods work to move anxiety-arousing memories out of the brain’s “fear factory” (the amygdala) and into a place where they are less disruptive, effectively reducing the fear response.
- Holistic Wellness: We know that long-term relief involves more than just therapy sessions. We’ll explore the roles that proper diet, exercise, relaxation techniques, and mindfulness can play in building your resilience to anxiety.
It’s also important to note that some physical conditions (like heart or thyroid issues) can mimic anxiety symptoms. We are here to help you sort things out and encourage a holistic view of your health.
Understanding the Biomechanics of Panic & Anxiety
As you probably already know, anxiety and panic have a very real, biological basis. You may feel as though you’re having a heart attack, with chest tightening and rapid pulse. You may have trouble breathing and swallowing. Your body kicks into “fight or flight” mode, sending adrenaline through your body creating sweating palms, dizziness, tingling in your extremities.
But this is actually good news. Physical symptoms show us where the problem is coming from and how best to treat it. Panic and anxiety symptoms originate from the amygdala, that section of the brain responsible for creating the fear response and also storing fearful memories. The amazing amygdala excels at forming new fearful memories after only a few repetitions. This is essential to survival and great if you’re from the Stone Age! Most of us are seldom running away from woolly mammoths, but may feel as though catastrophe is just around the corner.
Ruling Out Other Physical Conditions
It’s important to note that there are physical conditions that can mimic panic and anxiety disorder symptoms: heart conditions, thyroid conditions, low blood sugar, too much caffeine, or withdrawal from drugs and alcohol. You may also be experiencing a combination of concerns, such as depression and trauma. Don’t worry! We are here to help you sort things out.
Partners in Finding Your Inner Calm
Our team understands the weight of “what-if” thoughts and physical dread. Experts in CBT and nervous system regulation, our providers help you retrain your brain for peace. We’ll match you with a dedicated professional who can guide you toward lasting calm and control.
Why It's Important to Get Help
Even though most panic attacks subside in 10-30 minutes, the physical repercussions of unleashing stress hormones in the body can lead to chronic conditions such as a weakened immune system, elevated blood pressure and cholesterol, acid reflux, elevated blood sugar and low sex drive. Left untreated, these can lead to heart attack and stroke. Of course, all of this takes away from your mental and emotional wellbeing. Now is the best time to get help
Conveniently Located in Denver Metro
We are committed to making anxiety treatment more accessible. You can meet with our expert therapists at our conveniently located offices in Denver and Boulder counties.
Situated just off US-36, our Westminster office provides care to clients in Westminster, Broomfield, Arvada, Northglenn, and nearby North Metro Denver communities.
Our Denver office is positioned to serve clients throughout Southeast Denver, Greenwood Village, Centennial, and the surrounding South Metro communities.
Our Longmont office is conveniently located to serve individuals and families across Longmont, Niwot, Frederick, Firestone, and neighboring Boulder County communities.
Ready to Find Your Calm?
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Taking the first step to get help is a courageous decision. We invite you to schedule a free, confidential phone consultation to learn more about how our approach can help you.