Therapy for Panic Attacks 

A panic attack can strike unexpectedly. Your heart starts pounding, your chest feels constricted, you find it hard to breathe, and it seems as though something terrible is about to happen.

 

You may think, "I will stop breathing, my heart will stop beating, I’m dying, or I’m losing control." All these are very common fears that people experience when having a panic attack.   

It’s terrifying, but it’s crucial to understand: these feelings aren't harmful, and a panic attack cannot kill you. They’re simply your body’s fight-or-flight response kicking in too strongly, even though you are actually safe.  

 

How therapy for panic attacks can help you:​

• You will learn how panic works, what brings it on and how you can catch it early before it evolves in a full-blown panic attack.

• You will learn that your fears related to panic are not signs that something bad will happen, but your anxiety response. 

• Your therapist will help you disprove in action your fears and see for yourself that nothing bad will happen. 

• You will gradually start facing situations that you have been avoiding due to the panic attacks, with the constant support of your therapist.  

• ​You will regain confidence in doing things alone and not worry about having another panic attack. 

• You will learn how to manage your anxiety so you will not experience any more panic attacks.​