Panic disorder and anxiety disorder treatment in Manhattan, NY – Dr. Amanda Itzkoff
Is your daily life interrupted by moments of extreme panic or anxiety? Do you find yourself holding back or worrying about the next panic attack or distracting compulsion?
A variety of anxiety disorders and panic disorders can contribute to disruptive feelings of unease or worry. Moments of extreme fear or concern can prevent you from freely enjoying life. Constant obsessions and nagging compulsions are exhausting and can hinder daily productivity and success in school or work. Social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder are common conditions in both teens and adults.
You may find it difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of your fears or compulsions, despite the overwhelming nature of the feelings. Dr. Amanda Itzkoff specializes in the diagnosis and supportive treatment of all panic and anxiety conditions, including associated feelings of depression.
Panic Attacks
Panic attacks bring a sudden wave of extreme worry or fear, as well as physical symptoms of dizziness, nausea, sweating, and a pounding heart. The panic attack usually subsides as suddenly as it occurs, but can leave a sense of worry about when the next wave will come. Dr. Itzkoff provides compassionate, constructive therapy for managing and preventing panic attack symptoms. Psychotherapy and anxiety medication can ease fears of recurrence and provide effective means for controlling chronic fears and worries.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Dr. Itzkoff provides psychotherapy and obsessive compulsive disorder treatment to help patients focus on new behavior patterns and strategies for redirecting obsessive habits or coping behaviors. Many patients benefit from OCD medication combined with therapy to help manage the obsessive thoughts, anxiety, and compulsive behaviors associated with OCD.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
As an expert in trauma-related illness, Dr. Itzkoff provides personalized support for adolescents and adults experiencing the ongoing anxiety and panic symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
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