Anxiety Treatment in Delaware
Anxiety DisordersLiving with an anxiety disorder can make daily life feel overwhelming and isolating. Our mental health treatment program offers structured, evidence based care in a private, supportive setting. Clients work with compassionate clinicians who help them understand their symptoms, build coping skills, and regain a sense of stability.
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Our anxiety treatment programs offer three levels of care that help people understand their symptoms, respond to anxious thoughts more effectively, and build lasting coping skills. Medication management is also available for those who may benefit from additional support during treatment and in daily life.
The Brandywine Center provides comprehensive mental health treatment in the Wilmington area. Contact us today to get started.
What is an Anxiety Disorder?
Anxiety disorders are conditions that cause persistent fear, worry, or physical tension that interferes with daily life. These symptoms can affect work, relationships, and a person’s overall sense of wellbeing. Mental health professionals use the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) to determine whether someone meets the criteria for an anxiety disorder and to guide treatment recommendations.
Normal Anxiety vs Problematic Anxiety
Feeling anxious from time to time is a normal part of life. Many people experience temporary anxiety before a test, while waiting for medical results, or when starting something new. In these situations, the anxiety usually fades once the stressor passes.
Problematic anxiety is different. The worry or fear continues even when circumstances change or when the person tries to avoid triggers. This ongoing distress can make it difficult to function and may be a sign of an anxiety disorder
Types of Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety can show up in different ways, and each type has its own symptoms and challenges. A mental health professional can provide a clear diagnosis and recommend a treatment plan that fits the individual’s needs. Structured care helps people understand their symptoms and learn healthier ways to respond to anxiety.
Common types of anxiety disorders include:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Ongoing worry or tension most days, even when there is no clear reason for the anxiety.
- Panic Disorder: Repeated panic attacks that may be triggered by stress or may seem to appear without warning.
- Social Anxiety Disorder: Intense fear or discomfort in social situations, often leading to avoidance.
- Specific Phobias: Strong fear of a particular object, place, or situation that leads to avoidance or distress.
Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders can affect both emotional and physical wellbeing. Common signs that someone may need professional support include:
• Persistent or overwhelming anxiety
• Worry that appears suddenly or without a clear cause
• Difficulty sleeping
• Panic attacks
• Trouble functioning at work or school
• Physical symptoms such as headaches, nausea, or body aches
• Avoiding situations that may trigger anxiety
• Using alcohol or drugs to cope
• Withdrawing from friends or family
Causes and Risk Factors for Anxiety Disorders
There is no single cause of an anxiety disorder. Instead, several factors can increase a person’s risk. Genetics may play a role, especially when anxiety or related conditions run in the family.
Many people also develop anxiety after experiencing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) such as abuse, neglect, or chronic stress. These events can make it harder to feel safe or trust others later in life.
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The Brandywine Center provides compassionate, evidence based mental health treatment for anxiety disorders in Wilmington, Delaware.
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How Clinicians Diagnose Anxiety Disorders
When someone is concerned they may have an anxiety disorder, the first step is meeting with a licensed mental health professional. During this evaluation, the clinician asks about current symptoms, how long they’ve been present, and how they affect daily life. This assessment helps determine whether the person meets the diagnostic criteria for an anxiety disorder and guides the creation of a personalized treatment plan.
Evidence Based Treatment for Anxiety Disorders
Effective anxiety treatment combines therapy, skill‑building, and, when appropriate, medication management. Our anxiety treatment programs in Wilmington use proven therapeutic approaches that help individuals understand their symptoms, reduce distress, and build healthier coping strategies. Medication may also be recommended to support symptom relief and make it easier to participate fully in treatment.
Therapies commonly used to treat anxiety disorders include:
When It’s Time to Seek Professional Support
Anxiety becomes a concern when it starts to interfere with daily functioning. This may look like difficulty focusing at work or school, withdrawing from social activities, or avoiding responsibilities because the anxiety feels too overwhelming. Some people find it hard to leave home or maintain routines that once felt manageable.
Even mild anxiety can improve with the right support, so it’s important to take symptoms seriously. Reaching out to a licensed mental health provider can help you understand what you’re experiencing and begin the process of healing.
Begin Anxiety Treatment at The Brandywine Center
If anxiety has been weighing on you for far too long, you don’t have to manage it alone. The Brandywine Center offers flexible outpatient care with three levels of support, from a few weekly sessions to full‑day programming. Our compassionate clinicians help you understand your symptoms, build practical coping skills, and feel more grounded in daily life.
Contact us today to talk about what you’ve been experiencing and explore treatment options. You deserve care that helps you feel steadier, supported, and ready to move forward.
Anxiety FAQs
What's The Difference Between Anxiety Attacks and Panic Attacks?
Anxiety attacks and panic attacks are not the same thing. Anxiety attacks usually last longer than panic attacks. Anxiety attacks have a specific trigger, while panic attacks can have a trigger or come out of nowhere. As well, panic attacks are typically accompanied by physical symptoms.
Anxiety Statistics in the United States
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorder in the U.S. affecting approximately one out of five adults. They also affect about one out of three adolescents aged 13 to 18.