Treatment for Anxiety Disorders in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Manhattan, Lehigh Valley, South Jersey, Delaware and Others. In-office and Virtual Psychiatrists for Medication Management and Therapy.
The Psychiatrists and Mental Health Providers at Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates offer Anxiety Disorder Treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, PTSD and other Psychiatric Conditions. We have several offices for face-to-face visits including in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Manhattan, South Jersey, Lehigh Valley, Delaware and Florida. We additionally offer Telemedicine appointments throughout the states that we serve, for Anxiety Disorder Treatment and Medication Management of Anxiety.
How is Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates Different?
- Appointments generally within 2-3 weeks.
- Expert providers who trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital, The University of Pennsylvania, Tufts Hospital, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and similar institutions.
- Many of our providers currently teach, or have taught, in Academia, and have been published in peer-reviewed Medical Journals.
- Thorough and Comprehensive Care; we treat a person in their entirety, not just a singular diagnosis.
- Coordination with a patient’s psychologists and medical providers.
- Reasonable Fees, with initial visits approximately $350 and typical follow-ups 175.
- 60 or 90-minute initial visits and 20-30 minute follow-ups.
Anxiety Disorders and Conditions Treated w/ Therapy and Medication Management at Rittenhouse
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Panic Disorder, with or without Agoraphobia
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Personality Vulnerabilities and Attachment Difficulties, resulting in Anxiety and Distress.
- Others – Call to Discuss your Unique Difficulties.
Definitions & General Information
What are Anxiety Disorders?
The term “Anxiety Disorder” refers to a group of treatable medical conditions that manifest with excessive fear or worry, resulting in distress beyond what is appropriate for the situation. They include Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attack Disorder (or panic disorder), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and others. There are several physicians, nurse practitioners and psychiatrists in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Manhattan, Delaware, South Jersey and the areas that we serve, specializing in evaluating, diagnosing and treating Anxiety Disorders. Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates offers both in-office and virtual Telehealth appointments for Anxiety Disorder Treatment.
Why should I see a Doctor, Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for my Anxiety Disorder?
Non-psychiatric medications, psychiatric medications, medical illnesses, caffeine, alcohol and substance use, physical activity and stressors can affect one’s level of anxiety or worry. Proper diagnosis and treatment of anxiety disorders requires a full medical and psychiatric workup (often including laboratory studies). Therapists and Psychologists are not trained in the medical workup and medical treatment of Anxiety Disorders. With that said, Anxiety Treatment with the assistance of a therapist or psychologist can be an integral part of a patient’s care. At Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Manhattan and throughout PA, NJ, NY, DE and FL, we can accommodate both services.
What types of treatment are available for Anxiety Disorders in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Manhattan, South Jersey and in my area?
The best psychiatric treatment should be tailored to the individual and can consist of behavioral modification, psychotherapy, psychiatric medication management or a combination of the above. A thorough evaluation by a physician or medical professional is recommended as mental health treatment may vary from changing a non-psychiatric medication that is causing elevated anxiety or panic (with coordination between providers) to adding a medication that targets symptoms directly. Therapy for life’s stressors and modification of behaviors (physical activity, diet, meditation, yoga, and substance use for example) should be thoroughly discussed and part of your treatment plan with your provider.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (particularly Exposure Therapy) is one of the most effective and studied forms of non-medication treatment for anxiety disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder [GAD], Obsessive Compulsive Disorder [OCD], Panic Attack Disorder and others). Patients may want to consider seeing a therapist or provider with specific training and certification in CBT. CBT can be in-office or via Telehealth appointments.
How Can I Find In-office & Virtual Psychiatric Treatment in my area for Anxiety (GAD, OCD, Panic)?
There are several options for finding a psychiatrist, psychiatric nurse practitioner, or psychotherapist who
treats anxiety disorders in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Manhattan, Delaware, South Jersey or wherever you reside. This process can seem overwhelming (particularly when struggling with symptoms of anxiety). However, finding a specialist for Anxiety Treatment is no different than finding a doctor who specializes in other areas of medicine. Talk to your doctor about psychiatrists in Pennsylvania or New Jersey who treat anxiety disorders or panic, call the departments of psychiatry at Philadelphia or Pittsburgh hospitals and teaching institutions and ask what physicians or doctors they recommend. Call your insurance carrier and ask about anxiety disorder treatment and specialists that accept your specific insurance or search the internet for the best psychiatrists who treat anxiety disorders. Remember to specify in search engines what you are looking for (and where). For example, searching for “doctors who treat anxiety” may give you a list of psychiatrists throughout the United States, while searching with phrases such as “Anxiety treatment in Philadelphia,” “Panic disorder treatment in Manhattan,” “Anxiety treatment near me” or “OCD treatment in Pittsburgh” will optimize your results to providers near you. If family or friends have seen local psychiatrists who specialize in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety, it may be reasonable to ask if they would recommend (or not recommend) a certain doctor, psychiatric nurse practitioner or psychiatrist in your specific location, for anxiety treatment and medication management.
See the “Resources” tab for additional information including hotlines, mental health associations (for both patients and family members) and other available National Resources. You can also click the “office location” link in the website menu, and click the office location closest to you, for more local psychiatric resources.
Patient Education about Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Disorder Treatment:
Visit our YouTube Channel for 100+ of informational videos about Anxiety Disorders, Therapy for Anxiety, Medications used to treat anxiety and other mental health topics.
Quick Links:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder vs. Depression
Antidepressants for Anxiety disorders
Side Effects of SSRI’s and SNRI’s
Vivid Dreams and SSRI’s and SNRI’s
Recommended texts
- Bourne, E. The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook (Fifth Edition). Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, 2010.
- Bourne, E., Garano, L. Coping With Anxiety: 10 Simple Ways to Relieve Anxiety, Fear and Worry. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, 2003.
- Greenberger, D., Padesky, C. Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel by Changing the Way You Think. New York, NY: The Guilford Press, 1995.
- Osborn, I. Tormenting Thoughts and Secret Rituals: The Hidden Epidemic of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. New York, NY: Dell Publishing, 1998.
Contact Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates to Schedule.
We have offices in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Lehigh Valley, on The Main Line, Manhattan, Wilmington, and Delray Beach, FL. In-office and Virtual Availability.
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