Anxiety

What Is Anxiety Therapy?

Anxiety is a natural response to stress, but when worry or tension becomes constant, it can interfere with daily life, relationships, and well-being. For some, anxiety feels like racing thoughts or difficulty relaxing. For others, it shows up as irritability, fatigue, or physical symptoms such as headaches, chest tightness, or restlessness.

At Botaitis Therapy Group, we help clients understand and manage anxiety with compassion and evidence-based tools. Therapy provides a space to explore triggers, regulate emotions, and regain a sense of calm and control.

How Does Anxiety Differ Among Individuals?

Women and Men: Anxiety can appear differently across genders. Women often experience internalized symptoms such as rumination, perfectionism, or emotional overwhelm. Men may show irritability, avoidance, or physical tension instead of worry.

Teens and Adults: Teens may feel anxiety around school, social acceptance, or identity. Adults often experience it through career demands, relationships, or life transitions. Regardless of age or background, therapy helps identify patterns and teach practical coping strategies for lasting relief.

How Does BTG Approach Therapy for Anxiety?

Evidence-Based Treatment: BTG therapists use proven methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and grounding techniques to reduce anxious thoughts and improve emotional balance.

Personalized Coping Strategies: We help clients understand how anxiety shows up in their body and mind, teaching regulation skills that fit their lifestyle. We provide interventions and tools that meet with our client’s specific needs.

Holistic Focus: Therapy explores underlying stressors, self-talk, and emotional triggers to build long-term resilience rather than short-term fixes.

Supportive Collaboration: When appropriate, we coordinate with primary care providers or psychiatrists to ensure integrated care, especially for clients managing panic attacks or chronic stress.

FAQs About Therapy for Anxiety

  • Stress is a normal reaction to external pressure, while anxiety continues even when the stressor is gone. Therapy can help you recognize the difference and develop tools to manage both effectively.

  • Panic attacks are sudden surges of intense fear or discomfort that can feel overwhelming. Therapy helps clients identify triggers, understand the body’s stress response, and use grounding techniques to regain calm.

  • Yes. Therapy provides structure and consistency, helping you understand why certain strategies work or do not. Together, we create tools that are sustainable and personalized.

  • Yes. Many clients find that online therapy provides a comfortable and accessible space to manage anxiety. BTG offers secure virtual sessions throughout California.

Meet Our Therapists Who Specialize in Therapy for Anxiety

Mary Glennan, AMFT
Liz Heitmann, AMFT
Natalie Reina, AMFT

Schedule a Consultation

If you’re ready to explore therapy for anxiety, we’re here to help. Our therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based care in Santa Barbara and online across California. Call us at 805-636-9890 or schedule your consultation to take the first step in your journey.

Related Readings:

Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Symptoms, Management, and Treatment

The Truth About High-Functioning Anxiety: Why It’s Often Missed In Women, Men, and High-Achievers