Anxiety Therapist in Arlington
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? You're not alone—and help is here.
Are you feeling on edge, restless, or constantly tense? Struggling to concentrate or focus on anything other than your worries? When anxiety takes over, even the simplest tasks can feel impossible. It can leave you feeling paralyzed, disconnected, and far from the life you want to live.
At VDC-Counseling in Arlington, VA, we understand how consuming anxiety can be—and we’re here to help you find relief.
You don’t have to go through this alone.
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in the U.S., and yet, many people try to “get better” on their own. The pressure to feel better quickly and the stigma around seeking help can create a vicious cycle of self-doubt, fear, and increased anxiety.
But you deserve compassion, not pressure. It’s okay to take a step back and ask for support. It’s okay to give yourself a break.
Healing begins with connection.
Anxiety therapy can be life-changing. Research shows that therapy helps reduce anxiety symptoms and leads to lasting emotional wellness. At VDC-Counseling, we go beyond traditional approaches. We see every client as a unique individual, and our care reflects that.
Our warm, supportive, and compassionate therapists are here to build a trusting relationship with you—one where you feel safe, heard, and empowered.
Your life can feel lighter again.
Our anxiety specialists will work with you to understand what’s causing your current struggles. We’ll equip you with practical tools to manage your worries, regain control, and move toward the life you want. As therapy progresses, you’ll begin to notice meaningful changes—in your relationships, in your work, and most importantly, in how you feel each day.
You don’t have to stay stuck in fear. With the right support, you can begin to feel grounded, confident, and free.
Take the first step today. Reach out to VDC-Counseling—because you deserve to feel better.
What Is Anxiety? Understanding the Symptoms
Feeling anxious from time to time is a natural response to life’s challenges. It’s that flutter in your stomach before an exam or the nervous energy before making an important decision. But when anxiety becomes persistent, overwhelming, or begins to interfere with your daily life, it may be more than just stress—it could be an anxiety disorder.
At VDC-Counseling in Arlington, VA, we understand how anxiety can quietly take over your life. It can affect your thoughts, emotions, and even your physical health. The good news? You don’t have to face it alone.
When Does Anxiety Become a Problem?
Anxiety becomes a concern when it feels constant, unmanageable, or shows up even when there’s no clear reason. You may feel trapped in a cycle of worry and tension that makes it hard to enjoy life or function as you used to.
Our compassionate anxiety therapists are here to help. We’ll work with you to identify your unique symptoms, understand what’s driving them, and give you practical strategies you can use every day.
Emotional & Mental Symptoms of Anxiety
Persistent worry or fear
Feeling restless or “on edge”
Irritability
Racing thoughts or difficulty concentrating
A sense of dread or feeling overwhelmed
Physical Symptoms of Anxiety
Fatigue or low energy
Dizziness or lightheadedness
Heart palpitations
Muscle tension or unexplained aches
Headaches
Sleep disturbances (trouble falling or staying asleep)
Stomach discomfort or pain
Shortness of breath
Nausea
Panic attacks
Let’s Talk—Free 15-Minute Video Consultation
If you’re feeling unsure about where to start, we invite you to book a free 15-minute video consultation. This no-pressure conversation is a chance for you to connect with one of our anxiety therapists, ask questions, and see how we can support you.
👉 Schedule your free video consultation today
You deserve support that truly helps. Let VDC-Counseling be part of your healing journey.
Reach out—we’re ready when you are.
Anxiety disorders, which one?
There are several known and diagnosable anxiety disorders. These anxiety disorders include:
Specific phobia (airplane, closed spaces, spiders, dogs, cats, insects, etc.)
Panic disorder and agoraphobia (fear of being in situations from which there is no quick escape)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Social phobia
Separation Anxiety (fear of being separated from the people whom they are attached to)
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Generalized anxiety disorder, what causes it?
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a psychiatric disorder characterized by the presence of anxiety symptoms. Symptoms that are not related to a specific cause but are in fact "generalized". The state of anxiety is chronic even if it is alternated with moments of increased intensity also called anxiety attacks. Those suffering from GAD tend to be constantly alert and worry excessively. Without anxiety counseling, this causes a significant reduction in the quality of life over time.
As with many disorders, GAD is also referred to as a multifactorial genesis disorder. This means that psychological, biological, and environmental variables can cause the disorder. Often, the anxiety is related to environmental events such as a stressful situation, problems at work, relationships, and/or family issues. Sometimes, the origin of GAD is not always clear. The symptoms are not immediately referable to environmental stressors. In these situations, you don't know why you feel anxious, or what triggers this feeling. In such cases, anxiety is accompanied by the discomfort of not knowing why one always feels anxious.
Generalized anxiety disorder is often found along with other psychiatric disorders. In fact, it is common to find a correlation between GAD and depression or other mood disorders. A diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder can be made if a person does not meet the diagnostic criteria for a different anxiety disorder. GAD will not be a viable diagnosis if the anxiety symptoms can be attributed to another cause such as a physical disorder, neurological condition, or substance use disorder.
Will anxiety treatment in Arlington, VA help?
How does counseling help anxiety? Changes do not just happen in our life, it is time to care of your well-being. Taking action can help you to get the support you need to get through these difficult times. Actions such as calling a trusted and caring therapist. Our trusted therapist for anxiety at VDC-Counseling, LLC in Virginia will help you manage your anxiety symptoms. Starting with uncovering what triggers cause your psychological response, we have helped many of our clients to overcome anxiety. We can help you too. You will learn about your anxiety, its origins, and what causes it while building coping mechanisms, and creating solutions. With anxiety therapy, we will help you to feel at “ease” once again in your life.
Methods used in Anxiety Therapy.
Once anxiety is diagnosed, there are various methods that can be used in an attempt to treat the condition. Some of the most frequently offered treatments are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoanalytic therapy, medication, or a combination of them. CBT therapy helps to understand the problems and triggers. Allowing for better control of the condition and an understanding of the origin of the negative feelings. From there, with the help of an anxiety therapist, you can eliminate the anxiety symptoms. Psychoanalytic therapy, or talk therapy, works on the personality at a profound level. Helping to understand the reasons leading to the psychic symptoms that you are suffering from.
Research shows that therapy for anxiety and adopting a healthy lifestyle can have a positive impact on anxiety treatment. Some things that help create a healthy lifestyle include mindfulness, physical activity, and quality sleep. Combining these healthy practices with attending anxiety counseling is the first step to regaining a life without excessive worry and anxiety.
Ready to start anxiety treatment in Arlington, VA?
Discover how to find an anxiety therapist near me.
Are you anxious about therapy? You don’t have to bear the weight of anxiety alone. Whether treating your anxiety disorder in Arlington, VA or with our anxiety therapist in Alexandria, VA, we can help you. VDC-Counseling LLC in Virginia is dedicated to helping you build a joyful life through anxiety therapy. We are ready to work with you so you don’t have to keep living with excessive concerns. VDC-Counseling LLC in Arlington, Virginia provides online therapy for anxiety for the residents of Virginia and Maryland. To get started follow these easy steps:
Make an appointment with an anxiety disorder therapist.
Begin your healing and live your life to the fullest!
Other online therapy we offer in Virginia and Maryland.
We offer mental health services in Arlington VA. If you are seeking depression treatment, EMDR therapy, or trauma counseling then we have options for you. We also provide individual therapy to help with work-life balance, burnout and stress relief. Valeria D’Amato Caputi provides caring therapy in Italian and English. Our counseling services are available for the residents of Virginia and Maryland through tele therapy.
