Anxiety Treatment

Anxiety and stress are common experiences, but when these feelings become overwhelming and persistent, they can significantly impact your quality of life. Anxiety is the most prevalent mental health condition in Australia, affecting approximately one in four individuals. Recognising the signs and seeking support can help you to manage your symptoms and condition.

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety encompasses a range of feelings, including nervousness, fear, and apprehension. While occasional anxiety is normal, persistent feelings can negatively affect your everyday life, relationships, and overall wellbeing.

Common Symptoms of Anxiety

The symptoms of anxiety can vary from person to person but often include:

• Excessive Worry or Fear: Constantly feeling worried about various aspects of life.
• Restlessness: A feeling of being on edge or unable to relax.
• Irritability: Increased frustration and mood swings.
• Fatigue: Persistent tiredness, even after rest.
• Difficulty Concentrating: Struggling to focus on tasks or make decisions.
• Muscle Tension: Physical discomfort resulting from prolonged stress.
• Sleep Disturbances: Problems falling asleep, staying asleep, or sleeping too much.
• Panic Attacks: Intense episodes of fear that may involve physical symptoms.

Effective Treatment Options

At Ramsay Mental Health, we offer a variety of effective treatment strategies tailored to your specific needs. Treatment options can include:

• Psychiatric Interventions: Comprehensive assessments and medication management.
• Psychological Therapies: Evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), to help you develop coping skills.
• Support Groups: Community support to connect with other people facing similar challenges.
• Lifestyle Changes: Strategies to help you adopt and maintain healthy habits that can assist in alleviating anxiety.

Our Comprehensive Services

Ramsay Mental Health provides a broad range of psychiatry and psychology treatment services specifically designed for managing anxiety, including:

• Inpatient Programs: Our inpatient programs offer intensive support for individuals experiencing severe anxiety.
• Day Programs: Our day programs provide structured treatment options that allow you to receive care while continuing your everyday life.
• Outpatient Consultations: Our outpatient consultations are delivered by our accredited psychiatrists, who can provide expert diagnosis, ongoing treatment, and connect you with higher levels of care when appropriate.
• Neurostimulation Services: Advanced treatment options aimed at alleviating severe and/or treatment-resistant anxiety symptoms.
• Psychology Services: Through Ramsay Psychology, we provide individual therapy sessions with psychologists who specialise in anxiety. This is ideal for people who believe they would benefit from one-on-one support outside of a hospital setting.

Which Clinics Offer Anxiety Programs?

At Ramsay Mental Health, all of our mental health clinics and Ramsay Psychology clinics across Australia offer dedicated anxiety services and in-clinic programs.

Additional Support

In addition to anxiety management, Ramsay Mental Health offers specialised support across a broad range of areas, including:

• Depression: Treatment options for those struggling with depressive disorders.
• Youth and Young Adult Mental Health: Tailored programs for younger people experiencing mental health challenges.
• Substance Misuse and Addiction: Comprehensive care for individuals struggling with substance-related issues.
• Eating Disorders: Compassionate, multidisciplinary treatment programs to support people on their journey to recovery.