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Anxiety, Stress & Trauma

Counseling for Children, Teens, Adults Dealing with Anxiety & Stress

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Anxiety and stress can hold you or your loved one back from enjoying the fullest life possible.  Today’s world is full of stressors which can leave one feeling overwhelmed and plagued with uncertainty.  Anxiety can make it difficult to be your best self. 

 

For students, navigating the multiple demands of the school or college environment can be difficult.  Social pressures and academic expectations can take a toll on the strongest kids. If a child has social problems, performance pressure or family stress, this can cause them to act out in ways their peers, teachers or adult caregivers may not understand.

Our professionals work with individuals of all ages -- from early childhood through later adulthood -- to guide you through these difficult times and equip you with tools you can use to reach your personal goals.   

 

When working with children, parents are included jointly in the plan in order to transfer newly developed skills to the real-world setting.  We collaborate with teachers, social workers, parents, and your child or teen to find ways to address or minimize the triggers which may cause underlying anxiety and stress. By finding the right solution for your child, and putting it in place together, the child will have a better overall experience at school, at home, and in the community.

Our therapists provide support for Individuals of All Ages who are struggling with:

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  • Acute (immediate) stressors

  • Adverse life events

  • Assault or violence

  • Generalized anxiety and obsessive worry

  • Grief and Loss

  • Exposure to violence, abuse, and other traumatic events

  • Job Loss

  • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

  • Panic attacks

  • Phobias

  • Post-traumatic stress (PTSD)

  • Social anxiety

  • Workplace (vicarious) trauma in first responders

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Support is available for Children and Teens experiencing anxiety related to or co-occurring with:

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  • Autistic spectrum disorders

  • Academic stress

  • ADHD

  • Athletic performance

  • Blended families

  • College

  • Divorce or separation

  • Fear of the dark

  • School anxiety, avoidance and/or refusal

  • Selective Mutism

  • Sensory sensitivities

  • Separation anxiety

  • Social problems, bullying

  • Test anxiety

Our experienced therapists use research-based approaches to address anxiety in individuals across the life span. 

The clinical team at Konick & Associates has expertise in a wide range of approaches that are considered the gold standard for addressing stress and treating anxiety related disorders.   We are committed to helping clients identify their triggers for stress, understand the cognitive (mind) and physiological (body) features of anxiety, and learn effective strategies to manage their symptoms in order to lead a more fulfilled and balanced life.

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Some of the approaches we use in anxiety treatment include:

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  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Buddhist Psychology approaches

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)

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  • Exposure Therapy

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

  • Mindfulness

  • Positive Parenting & Parent Coaching

The therapists at Konick & Associates can help you to overcome anxiety as an obstacle in your life.  We blend empathetic understanding with a goal-focused approach, empowering you to be an active member in your path to success! 

 

If you would like to speak to someone about how to better manage anxiety or stress in yourself or a loved one, please contact Konick & Associates today.

Click to view our feature on How Are Teens Really Doing on Dana Being Dana, NCTV-17

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Click to view our educational webinar on Understanding Your Child's Anxiety and What to Do About It.

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Click to view our Blogs on anxiety in school, first responders, performance anxiety, and early childhood.

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