Is It Anxiety? Signs, When to Get Help & FAQs

Common signs

Generalized anxiety

The NIMH lists signs such as feeling restless or on edge, tiring easily, trouble concentrating, irritability, muscle tension and other unexplained aches, difficulty controlling worry, and sleep problems, lasting most days for months.

Panic

Panic attacks are sudden periods of intense fear that can bring a pounding heart, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, and a sense of doom or losing control. Panic disorder involves repeated attacks and persistent worry about having more.

Social anxiety

Intense, persistent fear of being watched and judged, in meetings, phone calls, eating in front of others, often leading people to avoid situations they’d otherwise want to be part of.

When it’s time to get help

Anxiety is affecting your work, relationships, sleep or health.
You’re avoiding more and more to keep it manageable.
You’re relying on alcohol or other substances to take the edge off.
You’ve tried to handle it alone and it keeps coming back.

See a doctor for new physical symptoms. Chest pain, a racing heart or breathlessness can have medical causes. Get checked by a medical provider, urgently if symptoms are severe, rather than assuming it’s anxiety.

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org (opens in a new tab). In an emergency, call 911. Therapy referrals are not an emergency service.

Is Achieve Growth Therapy a good fit?

From its public website, the practice may suit you if you are an adult in Florida who wants practical, goal-oriented therapy, are comfortable with video sessions, and relate to its focus on professionals and high-achievers. It may be less suitable if you want in-person sessions in Boca Raton, need care for a child, or need intensive or crisis-level support, in those cases, ask the practice or use the local resources on the get-started page.

Common questions

Do I need a diagnosis to start therapy?

No. Achieve Growth Therapy states that you don’t need a formal diagnosis, if anxiety is affecting your life, that’s reason enough to reach out.

Is online anxiety therapy effective?

CBT and related therapies are routinely delivered by video, and NIMH notes psychotherapy can be provided in person or virtually. Many people find it easier to be consistent when there’s no commute. If video feels uncomfortable, mention it, that discomfort can itself be something to work on.

Can I have sessions from work or while travelling?

Anywhere private works, as long as you’re physically in Florida at the time of the session; licensing is state-based. See the Florida Department of Health telehealth FAQs (opens in a new tab).

Does insurance cover anxiety therapy?

Often, yes. Achieve Growth Therapy lists the insurance plans it is in network with, and self-pay and HSA/FSA options, on its own website. Plans change, so confirm your coverage with the practice before starting.

What’s the difference between stress and anxiety?

Stress is usually a reaction to a specific pressure and eases when it passes. Anxiety tends to persist even without a clear trigger, or out of proportion to it. Both are worth addressing if they’re wearing you down.

Will this site keep any of my information?

No, there are no forms or trackers here. See the privacy page.

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Is it anxiety? Signs, when to get help, and common questions