Therapy — especially CBT — is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety. But it does not work for everyone right away, and for some people medication is a valuable part of the picture.
1. Anxiety is interfering with daily life
When anxiety stops you from working, maintaining relationships, or handling basic responsibilities, additional support including medication may be warranted.
2. You have tried therapy and hit a ceiling
When anxiety is so severe that it is hard to focus in sessions, or when progress has stalled despite months of consistent work, medication can help lower the baseline enough for therapy to take hold.
3. Physical symptoms are prominent
Racing heart, chest tightness, shortness of breath, chronic muscle tension — these physical manifestations can be exhausting and difficult to manage through therapy alone.
4. You are experiencing panic attacks
Frequent panic attacks are one of the clearest signals that medication discussion is appropriate. Several medications are proven effective for panic disorder.
5. Anxiety is consistently disrupting your sleep
Sleep disruption that is not responding to sleep hygiene or therapy is a strong signal to discuss a comprehensive treatment plan with a provider.
Our psychiatric providers can walk you through options without pressure. Meet the team or take the assessment to find your match.