Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety Treatment in Long Beach

Also known as: Anxiety Disorders

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Key takeaways

Anxiety disorders are common and highly treatable medical conditions.
The core sign is persistent, excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life.
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management help most people regain calm.
Seek help when worry is hard to control or affects sleep, work, or relationships.

What anxiety feels like

Anxiety is more than ordinary stress. It is persistent, excessive worry or fear that can interfere with sleep, focus, and daily life. Physical symptoms like a racing heart or restlessness are common.

How psychiatric care helps

A psychiatric evaluation clarifies what is happening, and medication management can meaningfully reduce symptoms. We can also coordinate therapy referrals when that would help.

If you are worried about a child or teen, our child and teen mental health page explains who they would see and how to start.

Anxiety care in Long Beach and greater Los Angeles

We treat anxiety in person at our Long Beach office and by secure telehealth across greater Los Angeles and all of California. Same-week appointments are often available.

Sources: NIMH: Anxiety Disorders, Mayo Clinic: Anxiety Disorders.

Signs & symptoms

Persistent or excessive worry
Restlessness or feeling on edge
Racing heart, shortness of breath
Trouble sleeping or concentrating

Causes & risk factors

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions in the United States and can begin in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood.

Causes

A combination of genetic, biological, and environmental factors
Differences in the brain's stress and fear responses
Stressful or traumatic life experiences

Risk factors

Family history of anxiety or other mental health conditions
Ongoing stress, trauma, or major life changes
Certain physical health conditions, such as thyroid problems
Being naturally more sensitive to stress (temperament)

Possible complications

Trouble with sleep, work, or relationships
Depression or other co-occurring conditions
Avoiding work, school, or social situations

How it's diagnosed

Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
Validated screening tools (e.g., GAD-7)
Medical work-up to rule out other causes

Treatment options

Service	What it's for
Medication Management	Careful selection, monitoring, and adjustment of psychiatric medications to maximize benefit and minimize side effects.
Psychiatric Evaluation	A thorough first assessment to understand your history and symptoms and build an accurate diagnosis and plan.

Visiting our office

Anxiety comes in different forms, and part of a first visit is sorting out which one fits what you are living with. If the appointment itself makes you nervous, say so at the start, because that is useful to know too. You can come to the Long Beach office or join by secure video.

Our office: 3646 Long Beach Blvd # 205, Long Beach, CA 90807
Hours: Mon–Fri · 8 AM–6 PM (Pacific)
Phone: (818) 286-3862

Directions and more about our office are on the Psychiatrist in Long Beach page.

Prevention

Early treatment of symptoms
Stress management and strong social support
Ongoing follow-up and medication management when needed

When to seek help

If symptoms persist, worsen, or interfere with daily life, a psychiatric evaluation can help. If you have thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 now. It is free and open 24/7. In an emergency, call 911.

Frequently asked questions

Is anxiety treatable without therapy?

Yes. Psychiatric evaluation and medication management are effective on their own, and we can coordinate therapy referrals when helpful.

When should I seek help for anxiety?

When worry is persistent, hard to control, or interferes with work, sleep, or relationships, a psychiatric evaluation can help.

Where can I get anxiety treatment in Long Beach or Los Angeles?

Breakthrough Mental Health treats anxiety in person at our Long Beach, CA office and by secure telehealth across greater Los Angeles and all of California.

Providers who treat this

Irine Achuamang, MSN, PMHNP-BC

We see patients in person at our Long Beach office. Telehealth available across California, with new locations coming to Northern California. See every area we serve.

Coming from a nearby area?

Every in-person visit is at our one office in Long Beach.

Sources

Anxiety Disorders, NIMH

Medically reviewed by Irine Achuamang, MSN, PMHNP-BC. Last reviewed October 21, 2026.

This page is for general information and is not a substitute for professional care. In crisis? Call or text 988.

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