Panic Disorder

They’re very real and very scary!

They overwhelm your body.

Your heart rate increases, sometimes with nausea… and often with a feeling of “derealization” that’s hard to explain.

These attacks are so dreadful that people often describe them as “I thought I was dying!”

Even when you find out…

… you didn’t have a heart attack; it’s hardly a huge relief.

Because the attack was painful… and you were helpless against it. Now, you have to worry about something over which you have no control popping up at any time!

Even if you’re aware of the possibility and consult your physician for help, the anxiety that comes with knowing you could have another can sap the joy out of life.

It seems like there are no good options.

You could “wait” for the panic attacks to “go away.” But biding your time in anxious anticipation is hardly a recipe for peace.

Or you might resolve to get rid of the panic. But that usually means making your life “safer” and “more predictable,” which means making your life smaller and more limited.

So, what do you do??

Therapy takes a different approach.

In therapy, we don’t prioritize getting rid of your panic attacks. Instead, we focus on creating a life worth living.

That means we’ll create a blueprint for your life based on connection, growth, and contribution instead of FEAR.

Certainty is the enemy of peace. When control and predictability are our top priorities, we tend to suffer because life is filled with change. If we’re unwilling or unable to be flexible, the winds of life break us. Palm trees have to bend to the ground during storms. But they don’t break and return to standing tall after the storm.

By developing goals aligned with your values, you’ll be able to engage in life again, even while experiencing uncomfortable or dreadful feelings. Like the palm tree, you’ll have the resilience to weather the storm and return to your upright position once those feelings pass.

I have good news for you!

Once you take these steps toward a more creative, meaningful life that feels good to you, panic attacks tend to dissipate on their own.

Now that you know there’s a solution…

I’ve helped hundreds of people find relief from panic disorder, and I can help you, too.

Let’s create some space for your anxiety, raise your tolerance for uncomfortable feelings, and craft a life full of meaningful experiences aligned with who you are.

Fear might be holding you back, but facing it and reaching out for help is your crucial first step.

It’s time to free yourself from the limits panic attacks have put on your life.

Call me at (510) 605-0688 for a free 15-minute consultation. I look forward to meeting you!