When the worry won't quiet down.

Anxiety exists on a spectrum. If worry, tension, or avoidance are consistently affecting your work, sleep, or relationships, a professional evaluation can help clarify what is happening and what might help. A diagnosis requires a thorough clinical assessment. Not a self-quiz.

A clinician is appropriate when anxiety is moderate to severe, when therapy alone has not been sufficient, or when you want to explore whether medication could help. Psychiatric clinicians specialize in the medical management of anxiety, including medication selection, dosing, and monitoring.

Common first-line medications for anxiety include SSRIs (such as sertraline and escitalopram) and SNRIs (such as venlafaxine and duloxetine). Your clinician will recommend a medication based on your specific presentation, medical history, and treatment goals.

Most people begin to notice improvement within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment. Medication typically reaches full effect within 6-12 weeks. Treatment duration varies. Some people benefit from short-term medication during a difficult period, while others find that ongoing maintenance supports their quality of life.

Yes. Research shows equivalent outcomes to in-person care for medication management. Feel August provides all appointments via secure video from anywhere in California.

After your initial evaluation, you and your clinician will agree on a treatment plan. Follow-up appointments are typically scheduled within 2-4 weeks initially, then monthly as your condition stabilizes. Your GAD-7 score is tracked at every visit.