In the modern world, stress and anxiety are two of the most frequent issues a person has to deal with. These issues, be it due to daily stress and worrying, can take a toll on a person’s overall health, relationships, and his or her quality of life. You don’t have to deal with anxiety or stress on your own. We offer personalized treatment plans to help you regain control of emotions and your life.
We address anxiety and stress using a whole-person approach in our clinic.
These conditions may be triggered by work demands, personal relationships, finances, previously experienced trauma, or even health concerns. Symptom onset may be gradual and, at times, there is no clear underlying reason.
If anxiety or stress is impacting daily activities, one’s personal life, social interactions, work, or physical health in the form of chest pain, breathing difficulties, or recurrent headaches, then professional help may be needed. In such cases, a psychiatrist is the right professional to contact, as they can evaluate and recommend the necessary treatment.
The unpredictability of the duration of treatment is case specific. Some may require longer term therapy, while others may respond to treatment sooner. Improvement is the main aim, and the amount of time needed to attain that depends on the complexity of the specific case.
For some people, anxiety or stress does not require medication. Usually, the first line of treatment is therapy combined with some changes in lifestyle. In cases of severe symptoms, Dr. Sandhu may suggest medication for symptom relief. Medication is more effective when combined with therapy.
Like with any medication, anxiety and stress disorders medications have their side effects, albeit milder ones. Drowsiness, dizziness, and changes in appetite are common. Dr. Sandhu will be watching your progress closely and if there are side effects, will make changes to the medication to reduce them.
After learning effective problem-solving strategies, stress coping strategies, and lifestyle changes, the risk of anxiety or stress decreases significantly. Regular exercise, adequate sleep, and strong relationships with friends and family are important for long-term mental wellness.
We have online consultations for people who may have trouble coming in, so yes, you can receive treatment online. To make an appointment, you can call or email. Your session will be conducted from the comfort of your home.