Anxiety Areas of Focus
- Specific Phobias (flying, skiing, heights, animals)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Agoraphobia
- Panic Disorder
- Separation Anxiety
- Selective Mutism
- School Refusal Focused Due to Anxiety
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Welcome to the Anxiety Program at the Johnson Depression Center where our providers are equipped with the best tools to help people overcome anxiety.
Anxiety may be one of the most crippling experiences; however with effective, evidenced-based treatment, people do get better and these gains can last a lifetime. While our providers may vary in their approaches, they understand that the core of effective treatment involves elements of exposure.
Common Comorbid Areas of Focus
- OCD
- PTSD
- Tics/Tourettes
- Sound Sensitivity (Misophonia)
- Stress Habits (skin picking, hair pulling, nail biting, etc.)
- Attention Related Difficulties
Our Approaches to Help Anxiety
- Individual Therapy
- Weekly Anxiety Groups
- Anxiety Skill Acquisition Group: 6 week anxiety group focused on helping those develop the tools and learn ways to break avoidance patterns around anxiety. Typically offered at night after work for all to attend.
- Anxiety Support Group: Offered for those who have completed the skill group and want ongoing support around their anxiety.
- Boot Camps
- Intensive group workshops for people who do not have the time to commit to weekly therapy.
- Virtual Reality
- Computer assisted technology to help overcome fears such as flying, public speaking, heights, etc.
Who We Serve
Our Anxiety Program also focuses on and serves all ages, and providers teach effective skills in developmentally appropriate ways. For younger ages, typically parent involvement is a key part of the process with parents learning side by side with their children.
Anxiety Training Resources
The Anxiety Program is also dedicated to teaching best principles around anxiety treatment to different communities. This can take the form of community talks or specialized trainings. Past talks have been held in a variety of venues including schools, medical centers, police departments, pediatric offices and primary care clinics. Specialized anxiety trainings are held at the Johnson Depression Center for community professionals. To host or attend a training, see the CU Community Engagement Services site.
Previous Community Talks:
"Identification and Treatment Options for Anxiety Disorders" by Scott Cypers, PhD
"Stress to Success" by Scott Cypers, PhD