Therapies for Anxiety

Therapies and Treatments:

• The commenters mentioned a variety of therapies and treatments for anxiety, including:
  • Exercise and Movement: Helpful for managing anxiety.
  • Magnesium: Mentioned as a sanity-saver.
  • Meditation: Daily practice for 20 minutes.
  • L-Theanine & Mg2+ Citrate: Combined for effective anxiety relief.
  • Cold Showers and Ice Baths: Recommended for anxiety management.
  • Gaba, Taurine, NAC: Mentioned as potentially helpful supplements.
  • CBD: Noted for its calming effects.
  • Whole Food Diet: Suggested for anxiety management.
  • CBD Full Spectrum Oil Tincture: Mentioned as beneficial for anxiety.
  • Wim Hof Breathing Technique and Cold Plunge: Recommended practices.
  • Magnolia Bark: Works similarly to Xanax for anxiety.
  • L Theanine, GABA, Magnesium, Vit D, Fish Oil: Recommended supplements for mental health.
  • Ashwagandha and L Theanine: Hands down favorites for anxiety.
  • Probiotics, Sam-e, Increased Protein: Suggested for mental health.
• CBT vs. EMDR: Mentioned that CBT might not be effective for trauma, suggesting EMDR instead.

Supplements and Herbal Remedies:

• Various supplements and herbal remedies were mentioned, including:
  • Lemon Balm: Regarded as amazing for anxiety.
  • Valerian Root Extract, Magnolia Bark, Kava: Noted as effective anxiolytic herbs.
  • Passionflower, Scullcap, Scullcap, L-Theanine & Taurine combo: Highlighted for anxiety relief.
  • Ashwagandha, Theanine Serene, Collagen: Supportive for mental health.
  • GABA at Night, Magnesium Glycinate, Zinc: Mentioned as part of daily anxiety relief regimen.
  • 5mg Lithium Orotate: Effective for anxiety without negative side effects.
  • Methlyated B Vitamins + TMG: Recommended supplement combo.

Career Suggestions for Social Anxiety:

• Comments included recommendations for social-anxiety-friendly jobs like:
  • Remote Software Developer: Noted as suitable for socially anxious individuals.
  • Stockroom Jobs, Overnight Shifts, Warehouse Jobs: Suggested for minimal social interaction.
  • Remote Medical Coding and Billing: Recommended for working from home.
  • Commercial Cleaning: Highlighted as less stressful than residential cleaning.
  • Part-Time Jobs with Limited Social Interaction: Such as jewelry store sales.
  • Trucking: Recommended for those who enjoy long drives with less interaction.

Therapist Recommendations and Centers:

• Various therapy resources were shared, such as:
  • Psychology Today Directory: Provides options for therapists.
  • Therapists Offering Sliding Scale: For affordable therapy.
  • Memphis Therapy Centers: Including Alliance, Appleseeds, and Experiential Healing.
  • Mental Health Clinics: Such as Christ Community and Church Health in Memphis.
  • Agape: Offering sliding scale services for therapy.
  • EMDR for Trauma: Recommended for PTSD and trauma, if CBT is not helpful.

General Tips for Anxiety Management:

• Additional general recommendations:
  • Healthy Lifestyle Changes: Emphasized for anxiety management.
  • Sifting Through Different Therapists: To find the right fit.
  • Psychoanalysis vs. Occupational Therapy: Suggestions for active vs. reflective therapy approaches.

Let me know if you need more detailed information on any specific therapy or treatment!