What type of therapy do I need for stress?
Thriveworks offers Stress management therapy, a type of therapy that helps people learn how to effectively manage and release their stress through the use of relaxation techniques, time-management practices, and mindfulness, among others. Relieving stress can greatly improve an individual’s mental health, as stress can detrimentally affect one’s emotional and physical well-being.
How does stress management therapy work?
Stress management therapy functions by identifying the source(s) of stress and the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that are tied to it, then addressing them and creating healthy strategies for dealing with stress on a long-term basis. Additionally, Stress management therapy also helps people discover what warning signs they have that can let them know that they are stressed so that they can be more proactive in managing it.
What is the most effective therapy for stress management?
The effectiveness of stress management therapy can vary from person to person, but some widely used and effective approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and relaxation techniques.
What are 5 stress management strategies?
Five stress management counseling strategies include:
- Deep breathing: Practice deep, slow breathing exercises to calm your body’s stress response.
- Exercise: Regular physical activity can help reduce stress and improve your overall well-being.
- Mindfulness meditation: Engage in mindfulness or meditation practices to stay present and reduce anxiety.
- Time management: Organize your tasks and priorities to minimize stress related to time pressures.
- Social support: Share your feelings and concerns with friends or a therapist for emotional support and problem-solving.
Should you go to therapy for stress?
Whether to seek therapy for stress depends on the severity and impact of the stress on your life. If stress is significantly affecting your well-being, relationships, or daily functioning, therapy can be a helpful option to learn coping strategies and gain support. It’s important to assess your own needs and consult a mental health professional for guidance on whether therapy is appropriate for your situation.
Does stress management help anxiety?
Yes, stress management counseling can help significantly reduce the amount of anxiety that you feel.
Is stress management therapy conducted in person or online?
Stress management treatment at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
How long does stress management therapy last?
For those with low amounts of anxiety and stress and simple goals, stress management therapy can be fewer than 12 sessions. However, for those with intense anxiety and more severe symptoms, therapy will likely last longer in order to effectively treat their stress and mitigate their symptoms.
Need more help deciding?
Thriveworks Toms River understands how tricky balancing stress is. On one hand, you can’t just drop everything and do whatever you want. Instead, we have to learn how to manage stress, not escape it. With the right tools, this is more than possible.
For more information or to schedule a virtual or in-person stress management session with Thriveworks Toms River, call 732-852-4977.
Stress Symptoms
The first thing to learn are the different symptoms of stress. Remember, everyone will manifest stress differently in their lives so this is not an exhaustive list.
- Constantly avoiding confrontation (initiating the “flight” response)
- Angry outbursts or aggressive behavior (initiating the “fight” response)
- chronic headaches
- joint pain
- upset stomach
- easily triggered anger
- irritability
- panic attacks
- feeling overwhelmed
- trouble sleeping and/or nightmares
- memory loss
- impulsive behavior
Remember that your stress levels are not reflective of your personal worth. You really do have a lot going on! You’re juggling a million things and it’s normal to feel stressed. Toms River stress management counselors are not here to judge you, we’re here to take the skills and value you already possess and put them to work for you.
What Does Stress Therapy Counseling Look Like?
Some tools we may teach and use during a counseling session with Toms River stress management include:
- Mindful and relaxation techniques to help in the moment for stress
- Create the time and space in your daily and weekly schedule to unwind
- Address any underlying issues
- Build a healthy lifestyle through the means of sleep, exercise, and nutrition
- Build a support system
- Learn how to recognize the symptoms of stress and stop it before it becomes overwhelming
- Replace negative, untrue thoughts with positive, true thoughts (a technique called cognitive behavior therapy)
Schedule Stress Management Counseling at Thriveworks in Toms River
Thriveworks Toms River stress management believes in a client-first mentality. This means that the center of every counseling session will always be you. You deserve to have the peace of mind and energy to chase your dreams again. Together, we can build a way there.
To schedule an appointment or talk to a counselor about stress therapy for you, call 732-852-4977.
