Therapy for Anxiety in New York City
Living with anxiety can feel like being stuck in an endless loop of "what ifs" — worried, exhausted, and unable to switch it off no matter how hard you try. You do not have to keep managing it alone. Our licensed therapists help you understand what is driving your anxiety and build the real, lasting skills to quiet it.
Anxiety Therapy — At a Glance
- ✓ CBT, DBT, ACT & psychodynamic approaches
- ✓ Progress tracked with GAD-7 & validated tools
- ✓ Same-week complimentary screening available
- ✓ In-person in Midtown Manhattan, NYC
- ✓ Telehealth across New York, New Jersey & Florida
- ✓ Aetna in-network; HSA & FSA accepted
- ✓ English, Español & हिंदी
Matched with a therapist within 1–5 days
Approximately 40 million Americans experience excessive anxiety each year — you are not alone
You Do Not Have to Keep Managing This Alone
Anxiety is one of the most common and most treatable mental health concerns — yet so many people spend years pushing through it, convinced it is just part of who they are. It is not. Excessive anxiety is a signal, not a personality trait, and therapy can help you understand and change it.
Our therapists provide personalized, evidence-based support to help you manage anxiety more effectively, build genuine coping skills, develop self-compassion, and return to the life you want to be living.
Therapy for anxiety can help you:- Manage the endless loop of worry and "what ifs"
- Build assertiveness and confidence in daily life
- Develop practical social and communication skills
- Break down overwhelming challenges into clear steps
- Regulate intense emotions without shutting down
- Build effective relaxation and grounding skills
Signs Your Anxiety May Benefit from Therapy
Anxiety is a normal human response — but when it becomes persistent, excessive, or hard to control, it is worth getting support. These are some of the most common signs.
Racing Thoughts
Your mind won't slow down — jumping from worry to worry, especially at night.
Persistent Worry
Excessive, hard-to-control worry that shows up even when things are objectively fine.
Sleep Problems
Difficulty falling or staying asleep because your mind is still running scenarios.
Panic Attacks
Sudden episodes of intense fear, rapid heartbeat, chest tightness, or dizziness.
Avoidance
Avoiding situations, places, or conversations to prevent triggering anxiety.
Irritability
Feeling on edge, snapping at people, or struggling to be patient in low-stakes situations.
Difficulty Focusing
Trouble concentrating at work or school because worry is always running in the background.
Muscle Tension
Chronic physical tension — tight neck, clenched jaw, headaches, or general body stiffness.
Anxiety Conditions We Treat
Anxiety takes many forms. Our therapists have deep experience treating the full spectrum of anxiety disorders — using approaches that are matched to your specific presentation, not a generic protocol.
If you are unsure whether your experience fits a specific diagnosis, that is something a therapist can help clarify during your first consultation. What matters most is that you are struggling — and that struggle is real and valid, regardless of what it is called.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Persistent, excessive worry about a wide range of everyday situations that is difficult to control and often accompanied by physical symptoms.
Social Anxiety Disorder
Intense fear of social situations, judgment, or embarrassment that interferes with work, relationships, and daily life.
Panic Disorder
Recurring, unexpected panic attacks with intense physical symptoms and persistent worry about future attacks or their consequences.
OCD
Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that feel impossible to stop, taking up significant time and causing marked distress.
Health Anxiety
Excessive worry about having or developing a serious illness, often accompanied by frequent checking and reassurance-seeking.
Performance & Work Anxiety
Anxiety tied to professional achievement, perfectionism, burnout, and the pressure of high-stakes roles or career transitions.
Seeking help for anxiety is never a sign of weakness — it is one of the most courageous things you can do
We track progress with validated tools like the GAD-7 — so you can see your improvement over time
Our Approach to Anxiety Therapy
We use the most effective, research-supported approaches for anxiety — and we tailor the combination to what each individual actually needs. No two anxiety presentations are alike, and your treatment should reflect that.
We also work closely with any other providers you may have — psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, or primary care doctors — so your care is coordinated, not siloed.
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CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Identifies and restructures the unhelpful thought patterns that fuel anxiety cycles — the most extensively researched approach for anxiety disorders.
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DBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Builds practical skills for tolerating distress and regulating overwhelming emotional responses without avoidance or shutdown.
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ACT
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Helps you act according to your values and live a full life — even when anxiety is present — rather than waiting until it disappears.
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PDT
Psychodynamic Therapy Builds deeper insight into the underlying origins of anxiety — exploring how past experiences, patterns, and relationships shape present worry.
Skills You Will Build in Anxiety Therapy
Therapy for anxiety is not just about feeling calmer — it is about developing real, practical abilities that improve every area of your life.
Assertiveness
Learn to communicate your needs clearly and confidently — helpful for negotiating at work, setting boundaries in relationships, and advocating for yourself without guilt.
Confidence
Identify burnout, silence self-doubt, and build the internal confidence to follow through on your career goals, academic commitments, and personal ambitions.
Social Skills
Enjoy social situations more freely — learning to tame intrusive thoughts, reduce social self-monitoring, and connect with others without the weight of constant self-judgment.
Problem-Solving
Break down overwhelming challenges into manageable, actionable steps — replacing anxious rumination with clear, practical decision-making.
Relaxation & Regulation
Build a toolkit of effective grounding, breathwork, and regulation strategies for managing overwhelming emotions and physical anxiety symptoms in the moment.
Self-Compassion
Shift the internal critic to something more workable — understanding your anxiety with curiosity rather than shame, so healing becomes sustainable rather than performative.
How It Works
Getting started with anxiety therapy is simple. We have removed every barrier between you and the support you deserve.
Book a Free 15-Minute Screening
Call us at 917-283-0738 or book online. A licensed therapist will speak with you to understand your anxiety, what triggers it, and how it is affecting your life right now.
Get Matched with the Right Therapist
We carefully match you with a therapist whose clinical expertise, style, and availability best fit your specific anxiety presentation and goals — typically within 1 to 5 business days.
Begin Your Sessions
Meet in person at our Midtown Manhattan office or via HIPAA-compliant secure video from anywhere in New York, New Jersey, or Florida. Sessions are 50 minutes, typically weekly, and tailored to your needs from day one.
Build a Life That Is Not Ruled by Anxiety
With the right tools and consistent support, clients experience meaningful, measurable improvement — not just reduced symptoms, but a fundamentally different relationship with their own minds.
15+ Licensed Clinicians
We are a group of licensed clinical psychologists, mental health counselors, and clinical social workers. For over a decade, we have helped early-career professionals in high-pressure roles, college and professional school students, new mothers, immigrants, and first-generation individuals manage anxiety and reclaim their lives.
Aetna In-Network · HSA & FSA
We are in-network with Aetna and Lyra Health (with select clinicians) and support out-of-network benefits. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are also accepted. Contact us to discuss your specific coverage.
In-Person & Telehealth
In-person sessions at 303 Fifth Avenue, Midtown Manhattan. Telehealth available across New York, New Jersey, and Florida via HIPAA-compliant secure video. Evening and weekend appointments available. We also coordinate with your psychiatrist or primary care provider as needed.
English, Español & हिंदी
Our diverse team of therapists offers anxiety therapy in English, Spanish, and Hindi. Cultural context and language are never an afterthought — they are central to understanding your anxiety and to the work we do together.
What Our Clients Say
Verified reviews from ZocDoc and Google — real words from real people who chose to work with our team.
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Ready to Stop Letting Anxiety Run Your Life?
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