HELP FOR ANXIETY
Approximately 500,000 Australians experience panic disorder each year.
The good news is anxiety is treatable.
Effective, Evidence-Based Therapy to Reduce Anxiety & Regain Control
Are you struggling with anxiety, overthinking, or panic attacks? You’re not alone. Millions of Australians experience stress, worry, and anxiety disorders every year. The good news? Anxiety is highly treatable, and with the right support, you can feel calmer, more in control, and ready to enjoy life again.
At Mindworx Psychology, our experienced anxiety psychologists provide evidence-based therapy to help you reduce anxiety, manage panic, and break free from overthinking. Whether you’ve been dealing with anxiety for years or it’s something new, we offer personalised treatment to help you feel better fast.
Help For Anxiety
We know that all adults experience anxiety. Whether it’s meeting new people, or standing on a stage to talk, some social anxiety is common. Some anxiety is normal and can help us to perform at our best. But when fears, stress, panic, phobias or worries take over, it’s time to take stock. Anxiety can get in the way of life. If the symptoms of panic, ruminating, getting stuck on the same worry seem to be:
- there most days,
- begin to interfere with your life
- cause problems with your sleep, or
- stop you getting on with things
Then it may be time to think about getting professional help. Anxiety treatments with Psychologists can bring significant change.
Do I Need Anxiety Treatment?
While everyone’s experience is unique, anxiety often brings a mix of physical, psychological, and behavioural symptoms. Physically, anxiety may cause panic attacks, a racing heart, hot and cold flushes, sweating, shortness of breath, shaking hands, or a tightness in the chest. Many people feel restless, on edge, or emotionally overwhelmed, sometimes to the point of tears.
For lots of adults, they cope with their worries by avoiding or distracting themselves. But sometimes the strategies we have used stop working. Sometimes our fears increase, sometimes the challenges facing us outstrip the skills we currently have. At times like these, working with a Psychologist to overcome fears, to learn new ways of managing that racing heart, and to calm the mind can be a game changer. Anxiety treatment can bring significantly change.
If you are ready for change, we are ready to provide help for anxiety, and to assist you beat anxiety, panic and worries.
I didn’t realise how much anxiety was affecting me until I started making changes
It’s reassuring to know that I don’t have to face this alone.
I understand my triggers better now, and I feel more prepared to handle them.
CBT helped me feel more like myself again.
Small changes have made a bigger difference than I expected.
I still have tough days, but I don’t feel stuck in them anymore.
I didn’t realize how much anxiety was affecting my daily life until I started addressing it.
Understanding how my mind and body react to stress has helped me respond differently.
Adult Anxiety Treatment – The good news is that anxiety is treatable
“Don’t worry, be happy.” – says the song, but is it really that easy?
The bad news is that millions of Australians suffer from anxiety disorders, such as generalised anxiety, social anxiety, or panic. Phobias, trauma-based anxiety, health fears, performance worries, obsessions, compulsions (OCD) – at our practice we see every type of anxiety. The good news is that anxiety typically responds really well to anxiety.
At Mindworx Psychology, we use science-backed anxiety treatments to help you feel better. CBT is often referred to as a “first line treatment” for many anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and specific phobias. Our CBT approach can incorporate elements of mindfulness therapy, narrative therapy, solution focused therapies, and motivational strategies to help you achieve your goals.
We know one size doesn’t fit all, so we create a personalised therapy plan based on your unique needs and goals.Our team has training in a wide range of different therapeutic approaches and strategies, and we will work with you to find the most helpful solutions.
The good news is that symptoms can reduce with successful treatment, and many people with anxiety find day to day life significantly improved following treatment.
Do I have adult anxiety?
Research tells us that anxiety affects about 14% of adult Australians in any year. It can affect anyone, men, women, young adults and older adults. Left untreated, anxiety can lead to low mood and have a big impact on your daily life.
Anxiety can start in childhood. And it can also onset in the teenage years. For others it onsets or worsens later in life. We know that the earlier you begin treatment, the better.
At Mindworx Psychology we have worked with adult clients who have lived with severe anxiety for most of their life to make incredible change. We love early intervention for child anxiety, seeing children of all ages – from pre-schoolers refusing to separate from their mothers, to adolescents and young adults who no longer want to mix with their peers due to social anxiety. And we adore seeing the transformations that can occur with late intervention too. Sometimes, for whatever reason, early intervention is not possible – but the great news is that neuroplasticity and new learning is possible at every age. For many of our clients, realising they too suffer from anxiety happens when they bring their child for treatment!
What adult anxiety looks like
- Adults experiencing social anxiety that may get in the way of going to parties, social events or making friendships.
- High functioning adults who, even so, experience panic attacks that get in the way of going to shopping centres or concerts.
- Business executives who feel sick at the thought of presenting or speaking up in a meeting.
- Mums and Dads who dread the school run and having to navigate other parents.
- Grandparents who miss out on special events because they are anxious.
- Parents who find it hard to let their child attend school camps.
- Young adults who worry about world events.
- People who worry about real (and also psychosomatic) health complaints.
- Cancer survivors with health anxiety.
- People who can’t use elevators due to phobias.
- People who can’t go on holiday overseas due to fears of flying.
- People who avoid parks because of dog phobias.
- People who avoid health checks due to needle or blood phobias, or fears of scans.
The one common theme is that anxiety gets in the way of life. Whatever type of anxiety you are experiencing – it’s never too early to start treatment – and it’s never too late to begin. If you feel like anxiety is getting in your way, you can get help.
What caused my anxiety ?
Anxiety isn’t a sign of weakness – it’s a natural response when your brain perceives a threat. But sometimes, the brain overreacts, making everyday situations feel overwhelming.
Research indicates that anxiety isn’t caused by a single factor but by a combination of things. Common causes of anxiety include:
- Genetics – Anxiety can run in families. Even so, having a parent or close relative with anxiety or another mental health condition doesn’t mean you’ll automatically develop anxiety too.
- Stressful life events – Work pressure, relationship problems, or health concerns.
- Personality traits – Some people are naturally more prone to anxiety.
- Past trauma – Difficult or distressing experiences.
- Physical health issues – Thyroid conditions, gut health, or hormonal changes.
What is making me anxious?
Stressful events can be a trigger for anxiety. Stressful events can include a range of experiences, including:
- family and relationship problems
- emotional shock following stressful or traumatic events
- redundancy or job change
- changes in living arrangements
- pregnancy and birth
- verbal, sexual, physical or emotional abuse or trauma
- death or loss of a loved one
The good news is anxiety is treatable.
We do know that everyone is unique – and ultimately, it’s often a combination of factors that contributes to developing an anxiety condition. Sometimes it can be impossible to identify the cause of anxiety, and sometimes it can be impossible to change difficult circumstances.
It’s important to seek advice and support, including a thorough assessment by your GP to rule out any underlying physical conditions which can mimic anxiety (e.g. overactive thyroid), or may be contributing.
Treating Anxiety, Worries and Fears
We offer individual and group treatment options.
During your treatment our psychologists will explore the causes of your anxiety, teach you to recognise and gain control over your symptoms, and find helpful ways of reducing and managing anxious thoughts and behaviours. Our anxiety treatments are tailored specifically to your needs, to help you beat anxiety.
Anxiety affects children, adolescents and adults. We offer evidence based therapies, including the “Cool Kids”, “Cool Little Kids” and “Chilled” programs.
If you, or someone you care about suffers from anxiety, call us now for a confidential discussion about how therapy can help.
Diagnosing and Treating Anxiety
Years of research have helped psychologists categorise different types of anxiety, allowing us to better understand symptoms and develop effective treatments. During your initial sessions, we assess which patterns of anxiety you may be experiencing to tailor a treatment plan that best suits your needs.
Anxiety disorders can take many forms, including:
We know that people with high levels of anxiety are often having a very difficult time. We hope you are doing okay. It’s important to remember that people can recover from anxiety.
Whatever shape your anxiety takes, it is likely it may:
If you or a loved one has anxiety, It’s important to be compassionate, and to seek help – remember that people can recover from anxiety.
Our Location
Suite 206, 10 Century Circuit, Norwest Central, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2155
Fees & Insurance
You do not need a GP referral to book an appointment at Mindworx Psychology.
Medicare Rebates are available if you have a valid referral from a GP, Psychiatrist or Paediatrician.
Your Private Health Fund may offer cover for Psychology Services – you can check this directly with your fund.
