Anxiety Therapy in Upper East Side NYC

If anxiety is interfering with your daily life, relationships, or work, effective treatment is available.

At East Side CBT, we provide structured, evidence-based anxiety therapy in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we help clients reduce symptoms, regain confidence, and build lasting coping skills.

Our office serves Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, Yorkville, and surrounding Manhattan neighborhoods.

How CBT Helps Treat Anxiety

CBT is considered the gold-standard treatment for anxiety disorders.

Through therapy, you will learn to:

  • Identify and challenge anxious thought patterns

  • Reduce avoidance behaviors

  • Gradually face feared situations

  • Develop long-term resilience

If you're searching for a CBT therapist in the Upper East Side, structured treatment can produce measurable improvement in weeks.

Types of Anxiety We Treat

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Excessive worry, overthinking, difficulty relaxing.

Social Anxiety

Fear of judgment, public speaking anxiety, avoidance of social situations.

Panic Disorder

Sudden panic attacks, fear of physical symptoms.

Health Anxiety

Preoccupation with illness or medical fears.

What to Expect in Anxiety Therapy

Treatment is active and collaborative.

Sessions may include:

  • Behavioral experiments

  • Exposure exercises

  • Thought restructuring

  • Skill-building between sessions

Many clients begin noticing improvement within 8–16 sessions.

Why Choose Anxiety Therapy in Upper East Side NYC?

Consistency matters in therapy.

Choosing a therapist in your neighborhood makes it easier to maintain regular sessions.

We provide in-person therapy in Manhattan and virtual sessions throughout New York State.

FAQs

How long does CBT take?

Many clients see improvement within 12–20 sessions, though this varies based on goals and severity.

Is CBT effective for anxiety?

Yes. CBT is considered the gold standard treatment for anxiety disorders.

Do you offer virtual therapy?

Yes, we offer telehealth for clients throughout New York State.

Schedule Anxiety Therapy in Upper East Side

If anxiety is limiting your life, support is available.

Contact East Side CBT today to schedule a consultation.

email: drjlamm@gmail.com (best contact)
phone: 646.801.5266

East Side CBT