Conditions We Treat
At Houston Anxiety and Wellness Center, we're experts in treating OCD and anxiety-related disorders. We customize our evidence-based approach to you (or your child's) specific needs rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. Explore the conditions we treat below.
Anxiety
Everyone experiences anxiety occasionally, but when it keeps you up at night, causes you to replay conversations endlessly, or triggers physical symptoms that make it hard to relax, it's time to seek professional help. With evidence-based treatment and the right therapist, anxiety is completely manageable.
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) goes far beyond picky eating—it's a real eating disorder involving extreme food selectivity, sensory sensitivities, or fears around eating that can seriously impact health, relationships, and quality of life. With specialized treatment using cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, and family-based approaches, you can expand your diet and find peace at the dinner table.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder goes far beyond normal appearance insecurities. It's a debilitating condition where persistent, intrusive thoughts about perceived flaws in appearance (often minor or invisible to others) drive repetitive behaviors like mirror checking, excessive grooming, and reassurance seeking. Without treatment, BDD can seriously impact work, relationships, and overall well-being. With evidence-based care like CBT and medication, recovery is absolutely possible.
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)
From hair pulling (trichotillomania) to skin picking (dermatillomania) to chronic nail biting, many people struggle with Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) every day. With the right help and evidence-based treatment, it is possible to regain control, redirect urges, and find relief from the cycle of shame.
Depression
Depression is a real medical condition that affects every aspect of your life from work and relationships to daily functioning and hope for the future. With evidence-based therapy using cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral activation, and mindfulness, you can rediscover joy, rebuild motivation, and create a life that feels meaningful again.
Eating Disorders
Whether it's anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder, disordered eating affects every aspect of your life. We understand the complex nature of eating disorders and use evidence-based treatments to get you started on the road to recovery.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder involves intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that can feel overwhelming and out of control. OCD is more common than you might think, and with specialized treatment from an OCD expert, it's possible to regain control and significantly reduce symptoms.
Orthorexia
Orthorexia is an unhealthy obsession with eating only "pure" or "healthy" foods that becomes rigid, anxiety-provoking, and socially isolating. With specialized treatment using cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, you can find balance between health consciousness and food flexibility, and reclaim true wellness.
Panic Disorder
Panic attacks feel terrifying and can happen seemingly out of nowhere. With evidence-based panic disorder treatment, you can learn new strategies to manage symptoms and get back to living a life where you no longer fear having a panic attack.
Phobias
While everyone experiences fear, a phobia is an intense, irrational fear that can severely limit your life. With professional guidance and proven techniques from a phobia therapist, you can learn to face your fears step-by-step and gradually expand your comfort zone.
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety is an intense fear of social situations driven by worry about being judged, rejected, or humiliated. Unlike shyness, it causes significant distress and interferes with your life. With evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, and social skills training, you can learn to feel confident in social situations and build the connections you want.
Ready to stop saying I can't do that?
Our Houston therapists help you find relief from your symptoms, feel understood and supported, follow a clear plan, and take back control of your life.
