Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health concerns for Americans. Anxiety often has an onset in childhood or adolescence. While anxiety disorders impact women more than men, they are prevalent across all demographics.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified stress, the leading contributor to anxiety, as the most consequential health epidemic of the 21st century. Stress and anxiety have become so commonplace that the severity of their impact on well-being is often overlooked. However, chronic stress and anxiety can have significant implications for our physical and mental health.
At Gulf Breeze Recovery, situated along Florida’s panhandle coast,1 we understand the danger of chronic stress and untreated anxiety. Our holistic anxiety treatment center provides a retreat from the stresses of daily life, and we offer the guidance and support needed to manage stress to reduce and manage anxiety symptoms.
Call 833.551.2304 to learn how our holistic anxiety treatment can help you or a loved one.
What Is Holistic Anxiety Treatment in Florida?
The term “holistic” is often associated with a particular lifestyle. However, in addiction and mental health treatment, holistic refers to how a person’s well-being is impacted by the psychological, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social components of their lives.
Holistic anxiety treatment involves addressing anxiety from multiple angles. Rather than focusing solely on the symptoms of anxiety, a holistic approach considers the underlying factors contributing to stress and the individual’s overall well-being.
Depending on the specific program, components of holistic therapy in a treatment center may include:
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Exercise
- Nutrition
- Stress management techniques
- Sleep hygiene
- Individual counseling
- Group therapy
- Herbal supplements and remedies
- Acupuncture or acupressure
- Massage therapy
- Recreational therapy
Holistic anxiety treatment incorporates lifestyle changes such as eliminating reliance on drugs or alcohol, learning to set boundaries, practicing time management, and adhering to a daily routine. Clients work with trained healthcare professionals to develop a personalized holistic treatment plan tailored to their needs, circumstances, and goals.
Signs You May Benefit from a Holistic Therapy Treatment Center
There are several types of anxiety disorders, and they impact everyone differently. While everyone experiences stress and anxiety from time to time, when they become chronic and begin to affect daily functioning, help is needed.
Anxiety can impact your thinking, feelings, behavior, and your physical health. Common signs that you may benefit from a holistic anxiety treatment program may include:
- An inability to relax or quiet your mind
- Feeling overwhelmed or as if you are losing control
- Racing thoughts and constant worry
- Changes in appetite, including under-eating or overeating
- Poor quality of sleep
- Increased use of drugs, alcohol, or nicotine
- Being easily frustrated, agitated, and moody
- Low energy and fatigue
- Forgetfulness, disorganization, or inability to focus
- Procrastinating or avoiding responsibilities
- Frequent headaches, stomachaches, colds, and infections
For many people with severe anxiety disorders, the signs and symptoms can be obvious, significantly, as they worsen over time. Still, individuals with high-functioning anxiety are often viewed positively in our society. They usually appear to have everything “together” but are internally suffering and relying on maladaptive coping mechanisms, particularly drug and alcohol abuse.
Call Gulf Breeze Recovery for a Holistic Anxiety Treatment Program
At Gulf Breeze Recovery, we understand the dangers of untreated anxiety, including its role in contributing to substance use disorders. Through our holistic anxiety treatment program, we provide integrated care utilizing a combination of holistic and evidence-based therapies. Our unique waterfront location on a private part of the Santa Rosa Sound in Florida lends itself beautifully to reflection and healing.
Stress is an unavoidable part of life, but when stress and anxiety interfere with your functioning, it is time to seek professional help. Call Gulf Breeze Recovery at 833.551.2304 or complete our online form to discover the benefits of holistic anxiety treatment.
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