What is the main cause of anxiety?

Anxiety can be caused by stress, trauma, brain chemistry, or family history. Sometimes it develops slowly; other times, it shows up during major life changes. At Sandia Therapy and Wellness Center in Albuquerque, our anxiety therapists help you explore the root of your symptoms and find the care that works best for you.

What are 5 signs you have anxiety?

Here are five common signs of anxiety: Feeling nervous or tense Trouble sleeping or relaxing Racing thoughts or constant worry Avoiding people or situationsan Physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat or upset stomach If these signs disrupt your daily life, anxiety therapy or counseling can offer support.

Does anxiety ever go away?

Yes, anxiety can improve with the right mental health support. Some people may always feel a little anxious, but with therapy, self-care, and counseling, symptoms can become much more manageable.

Does anxiety get worse with age?

Anxiety doesn’t always get worse with age, but it can if it’s left untreated. Life changes, health challenges, or increased stress can make anxiety feel stronger. Therapy with a trained counselor can help you build coping skills at any stage of life.

Is anxiety a mental illness?

Yes, anxiety is a mental health condition that affects how you think, feel, and function. It’s one of the most common—and most treatable—conditions. Our therapists in Albuquerque offer compassionate anxiety therapy to help you feel more in control.

What happens if anxiety is left untreated?

Without care, anxiety may grow over time and affect your work, relationships, and physical health. Getting support from a licensed therapist can make a big difference. At Sandia Therapy and Wellness Center, we’re here to help you find peace and wellness.

What can trigger anxiety?

Triggers for anxiety can include stress, past trauma, health issues, or even caffeine. Sometimes the cause is clear, and other times it’s harder to pinpoint. Therapy helps you understand your anxiety and develop tools to feel calmer and supported.

Anxiety Therapy and Counseling in Albuquerque, NM

Sandia Therapy and Wellness Center helps you manage anxiety with calm, practical tools and a path toward feeling more like yourself.

Anxiety can make it hard to relax, focus, or feel present. Many people deal with racing thoughts or tension that disrupts work, sleep, and relationships. Our licensed therapists and counselors in Albuquerque use CBT and DBT to reduce symptoms and build lasting tools. We’ll help you better understand your patterns and take small, steady steps toward calm and confidence.

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What the Experts Say About Anxiety

NIH Anxiety

Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. Many people worry about things such as health, money, or family problems. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. For people with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time. The symptoms can interfere with daily activities such as job performance, schoolwork, and relationships.

There are several types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and various phobia-related disorders.

Click here to learn more on the NIH website.

SAMHSA Anxiety

Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life. You might feel anxious when faced with a problem at work, before taking a test, or before making an important decision. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. For a person with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time. The symptoms can interfere with daily activities such as job performance, schoolwork, and relationships.

Click here to learn more on the SAMHSA website.

CDC Depression & Anxiety

Occasional worry is a normal part of life.

Many people worry about things such as health, money, or family problems. But usually, the worry goes away.

When worry lasts for 6 months or longer, even in the absence of life changes and interferes with daily activities, such as job performance, schoolwork, and relationships, it may be an anxiety disorder.

If you’re worrying a lot and the worrying becomes hard to control, you should get help from a professional. This is especially true if you also have any of the physical symptoms below.

Symptoms of anxiety include:

Feeling restless, agitated, or on edge
Getting tired easily
Having trouble concentrating
Feeling irritable
Experiencing muscle tension or knots
Trouble sleeping, including falling or staying asleep

If you have several of these symptoms more days than not for at least 6 months and you have a hard time controlling your worry, you should talk to a health care provider.

Click here to learn more on the CDC website.

Understanding Anxiety: Common Questions and Answers

Wondering what causes anxiety or how therapy can help? These questions and answers can help you better understand anxiety and how support from a therapist in Albuquerque can lead to lasting relief.

What is the main cause of anxiety?
Anxiety can be caused by stress, trauma, brain chemistry, or family history. Sometimes it develops slowly; other times, it shows up during major life changes. At Sandia Therapy and Wellness Center in Albuquerque, our anxiety therapists help you explore the root of your symptoms and find the care that works best for you.
What are 5 signs you have anxiety?
Here are five common signs of anxiety:

Feeling nervous or tense

Trouble sleeping or relaxing

Racing thoughts or constant worry

Avoiding people or situationsan

Physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat or upset stomach

If these signs disrupt your daily life, anxiety therapy or counseling can offer support.
Does anxiety ever go away?
Yes, anxiety can improve with the right mental health support. Some people may always feel a little anxious, but with therapy, self-care, and counseling, symptoms can become much more manageable.
Does anxiety get worse with age?
Anxiety doesn’t always get worse with age, but it can if it’s left untreated. Life changes, health challenges, or increased stress can make anxiety feel stronger. Therapy with a trained counselor can help you build coping skills at any stage of life.
Is anxiety a mental illness?
Yes, anxiety is a mental health condition that affects how you think, feel, and function. It’s one of the most common—and most treatable—conditions. Our therapists in Albuquerque offer compassionate anxiety therapy to help you feel more in control.
What happens if anxiety is left untreated?
Without care, anxiety may grow over time and affect your work, relationships, and physical health. Getting support from a licensed therapist can make a big difference. At Sandia Therapy and Wellness Center, we’re here to help you find peace and wellness.
What can trigger anxiety?
Triggers for anxiety can include stress, past trauma, health issues, or even caffeine. Sometimes the cause is clear, and other times it’s harder to pinpoint. Therapy helps you understand your anxiety and develop tools to feel calmer and supported.

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