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Anxiety Therapy In Duluth, GA
You handle everything. You just can’t turn your mind off.
Is the anxiety that pushed you to succeed now keeping you from enjoying the life you’ve built?
Anxiety rarely stays in one part of your life. Your stress and irritability are straining your relationship with your partner. You can't stay focused and productive at work. Your friendships are suffering, because you keep turning down invitations rather than facing how anxious a group makes you feel. And you can't fully enjoy things you used to love, because part of you is always bracing for what could go wrong.
ANXIETY CAN LOOK DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE. YOU MIGHT BE EXPERIENCING…
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You might be:
Consumed with worry about SO.MANY.THINGS. that you can't turn off no matter how hard you try
Exhausted from sleepless nights spent (of course) worrying
Irritable in your relationships because you feel like there is so much you need to control
Unfocused at work because your mind is always somewhere else
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You might be:
Experiencing intrusive, upsetting thoughts or images of the worst things you can imagine, popping into your head again and again
Doing things to get rid of them, like mental rituals (replaying events in your head, mentally reviewing, or counting) or physical rituals (hand washing, doing things in a certain order, or seeking reassurance), but the relief only lasts a moment
Spending so much time on the thoughts or the rituals that your relationships, work, or school are suffering
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You might be:
Having repeated panic attacks - when the physical sensations of anxiety become overwhelming (a racing heart, trouble breathing, sweating, shaking, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, and feeling terrified that something is seriously wrong with you)
Dreading the next attack and what might happen if you have one
Avoiding certain situations or activities because you believe they could bring one on
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You might be:
Feeling intense fear in situations where you think others may be judging or watching you (like meetings, presentations, parties, even a casual chat)
Believing others can see how anxious you are (due to blushing, shaking, sweating, or a trembling voice)
Avoiding these situations whenever possible, or getting through them with dread
How Therapy For Anxiety Works
Imagine a life where you can sleep through the night without racing thoughts, feel calmer in your body, and stop second-guessing your decisions. You can also get back to the people and places you've been avoiding, be fully present with your partner and friends, and enjoy the things you love without bracing for the worst. Anxiety is not something we can ever fully turn off, but we can learn how to not let it take over our lives.
We will start with gaining insight into what's driving your anxiety: where it began, and the patterns in your relationships and behavior that helped create it and keep it going. Once you understand that, we'll move into making real changes in how you respond to it, so you can feel confident managing your anxiety. All along the way, I'll provide active feedback and practical tools tailored to you.
WHAT WE’LL DO TOGETHER
During our sessions, you will:
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Before solving a problem, it is important to understand where it started and how it developed. When it comes to anxiety therapy, often this involves understanding when your anxiety started, what types of things trigger your anxiety, and also what types of beliefs you have developed over time that may be maintaining your anxiety.
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You are probably most interested in how you can start to feel better and less anxious. We will spend a lot of time in therapy focusing on how you can manage feelings of anxiety when they come up, as well as how you can handle anxiety-provoking situations, such as social situations or stressful conversations. We’ll then work on putting these new skills into practice.
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When you have anxiety, affects more than just you. Your partner, family, and friends are all impacted by it. That’s why we will focus on how you can improve your relationships including working on communication skills, boundary setting, and how to manage having strong emotions within relationships.
Therapy for anxiety can help you
Recognize your triggers and what keeps your anxiety going
Calm your body and quiet your thoughts in the moment
Get through a wave of panic without it ruining your day
Handle stressful conversations and social situations with more ease
Say what you need in your relationships without anxiety taking over
Trust your ability to get through difficult moments
Find freedom from anxiety.
Common questions about anxiety therapy
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You definitely still could have anxiety. Many of my clients are high-achieving and appear to have it all together on the outside, while feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or on edge on the inside. Anxiety doesn't require you to be falling apart—it can look like racing thoughts, difficulty relaxing, or constant worry, even while you're still managing to get everything done.
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Not at all. My approach goes beyond just talking—I'll give you active feedback throughout our sessions and practical tools you can use in your daily life, not just insight into what's going on.
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That depends on your individual situation. Therapy alone is enough for many people, while others benefit from combining therapy with medication. I don't prescribe medication myself, but I'm happy to talk through whether medication might be right for you and coordinate with a prescriber if needed.
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That depends. Most people notice progress and a decrease in their symptoms within the first 5-8 sessions or so. This leads to some people being able to decrease sessions or stop therapy after a few months. Other people prefer to have support over a longer period of time. I will check in with you regularly about your progress and how you feel about the frequency of our sessions.
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Yes. Anxiety often shows up in relationships as irritability, difficulty being present, worrying about what others are thinking about you, or feeling disconnected from the people closest to you. In therapy, we'll work on both managing your anxiety and strengthening your relationships along the way.
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Physical symptoms like panic attacks, muscle tension, GI distress, and headaches, are all common experiences of anxiety. Therapy can help you understand what's triggering these physical symptoms and how to cope with them in an effective way which will either decrease the frequency of them or make them disappear.
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I bring both personal and professional experience to my work with anxiety. Having experienced anxiety myself, I understand how exhausting it can be to live with persistent worry, overthinking, feelings of panic, and the feeling that it’s difficult to turn your mind off. I also understand that anxiety can affect far more than how you feel in the moment—it can influence your relationships, your ability to set boundaries, your decisions, and how much you can enjoy life.
I’ve been helping clients navigate anxiety since 2004, and I know that anxiety doesn’t look the same for everyone. My approach is thoughtful, compassionate, and tailored to you as an individual. In addition to focusing on managing symptoms, I help you understand the patterns that keep you feeling stuck so you can develop new ways of responding to anxiety. This will lead to anxiety having less control over your life. If this sounds appealing to you, we may be a good fit. You can schedule a free consultation to speak with me and learn more.
Begin therapy for anxiety in Duluth, GA
You don’t have to live with the constant feelings of worry and dread. Counseling can help free you from your fears and reduce your tension. As an anxiety therapist, I specialize in anxiety treatment. To start your therapy journey, follow these simple steps:
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book consultation
Book a free, 15 minute video consultation with me to talk more about what you are looking for from therapy and to ask me any questions you have for me about the process.
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schedule your session
Schedule your first therapy session to begin the process of overcoming your anxiety.
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Other services available from Ginny Kington, Psy.D.
Anxiety therapy isn’t the only mental health service I provide. Oftentimes, if you are struggling with anxiety, it is related to going through a struggling with burnout at work or dealing with a chronic illness. Therapeutic services are available in both of these areas, as well as in the area of people pleasing.
I am able to provide these services in my office in Duluth, Georgia or online in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Washington DC, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
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