Teen Anxiety Treatment NJ: Treating Fear of the Future

Teen Anxiety Treatment NJ

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health problems in the US. 1 in 10 teens struggle with an anxiety disorder (Anxiety and Depression Association of America). Fortunately, therapy can help teens to manage symptoms of anxiety. Learn more about anxiety and teen anxiety treatment NJ below.

What is anxiety?

“At its core, anxiety is simply the body’s reaction to stressful, dangerous, or unfamiliar situations.” –anxiety.org

Anxiety is identified by mental and physical distress. It occurs when we experience or are anticipating situations that we have been conditioned to fear or worry about.

While most people will experience anxiety in their lives, people with anxiety disorders experience this distress more frequently and at higher and more debilitating intensities. As a matter of fact, anxiety disorders can prevent individuals from being able to do typical things. One of the most common forms of anxiety is social anxiety.

Signs of Teen Anxiety

Symptoms of anxiety generally occur in anticipation of specific events that have not yet happened.

  • Excessive Worrying or Being Afraid
  • Extreme Stress or Restlessness
  • Becoming Flushed or Sweaty
  • Lack of Focus or Difficulty Sleeping
  • Nausea and Headaches
  • Persistent Negative Thoughts
  • Avoidance of Activities that Induce Above Reactions

Fight or Flight?

Anxiety is our body’s way of telling us that we are in danger. These instincts are natural. However, over time, they have changed in accordance with a change in our fears. For example, our bodies used to warn us about things that could kill us. Now, it warns us about negative experiences like rejection, failure, or sadness.

Part of overcoming feelings of anxiety is “fact-checking” these fears. Is rejection really a threat? How dangerous is failing this exam? Through fact-checking, uncomfortable and worrisome situations become less threatening. As a result, we will experience less anxiety or distress.

Blueprint Mental Health Teen Anxiety Treatment NJ

Blueprint Mental Health specializes in the use of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)  and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in teens. Both therapies are proven effective in the treatment of anxiety. We work with individuals and their families to help them regulate emotions and cope with stressors.

For more information, call 908-256- 6965 or e-mail info@blueprintmentalhealth.com.

 

CONTACT & MORE INFORMATION

Trusted Mental Health Counseling Across Central New Jersey

Blueprint Mental Health has earned a reputation as one of the most sought-after mental health practices in New Jersey. We provide the highest quality clinical care in a way that feels welcoming, personal, and anything but clinical. Our therapists offer individual and group counseling for children, teens, young adults, adulting adults, parents, couples, and families.

We offer both in-person sessions at our Somerville location and virtual therapy appointments statewide. For those seeking in-person care, we’re located within a 30-minute drive of many towns across Central and Northern New Jersey, including Chatham, Madison, Morristown, Princeton, Edison, Highland Park, North Brunswick, New Brunswick, Piscataway, South Plainfield, Clark, Cranford, Scotch Plains, Summit, Springfield, and more.

Comprehensive Therapy Services in Somerset County

We're proud to support clients from Bridgewater, Hillsborough, Bound Brook, Branchburg, Manville, Raritan, Somerset, Bedminster, Bernardsville, Far Hills, Peapack, and Martinsville. Our Somerset County location serves as a central hub for families and individuals seeking high-quality mental health support.

Individual and Family Counseling in Union County

Our in-person services are convenient for residents of Scotch Plains, Westfield, Summit, Springfield, Cranford, Clark, Garwood, Fanwood, New Providence, Mountainside, Rahway, Roselle Park, and Plainfield. We work with children, teens, and adults throughout Union County to address anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and more.

Therapy and Coaching Services in Middlesex County

We frequently work with individuals and families from Edison, New Brunswick, North Brunswick, Highland Park, Metuchen, Milltown, Piscataway, Dunellen, South Plainfield, Kendall Park, and Middlesex. Our clinicians provide accessible care for both short-term challenges and long-term growth.

Supportive Mental Health Care in Hunterdon County

Many of our clients travel from Clinton, Flemington, Readington Township, Lebanon, High Bridge, and Whitehouse Station for in-person support. We also offer virtual sessions for added flexibility throughout Hunterdon County and beyond.

Compassionate Therapy for Children, Teens, Adults, and Families

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, parenting challenges, or family conflict, Blueprint Mental Health offers compassionate and effective care tailored to your needs. Our young but experienced team of clinicians takes a proactive, relational approach that resonates with today’s children, teens, and adults.

We provide services including Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Parent Coaching, Couples Therapy, Trauma Treatment, OCD Therapy, Drop-In Consults, and more.

If you want to understand what sets us apart, explore Our Approach.

Phone: 908-256-6965
Email: clientrelations@blueprintmentalhealth.com

Blueprint Mental Health
73 West End Ave,
Somerville, NJ 08876 [Map]

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