Anxiety Archives - Michael G. Quirke, MFT

EMDR For Anxiety: How Does It Help Provide Relief?

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-20T04:54:54+00:00

Anxiety feels awful- doesn't it? Your stomach tightens into a bit of a knot and you don't know why. Your jaw clenches and your breath constricts. Sometimes you think there is nothing that is going to help- you will never be that calm, cool and collected person. If this sounds like you, EMDR for anxiety might just be the thing that will help you. Although anxiety makes you suffer, there is good news. We know more about treating anxiety than perhaps any other psychological problem. EMDR For Anxiety Helps In These 3 Ways: 1. EMDR Strengthens Anxiety Coping Skills You remember [...]

EMDR For Anxiety: How Does It Help Provide Relief?Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-20T04:54:54+00:00

3 Important Tips From An Anxiety Therapist

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-09T02:30:47+00:00

As an anxiety therapist, I began helping clients over 20 years ago. During that time, I've seen a number of women and men make full recoveries. Sadly, I've also seen people struggle to get better. Today, a friend asked me for advice. He wanted to know what he should look for in his search to find someone to help with his anxiety. Although he is an experienced therapy client, he has never gotten the relief he's sought. Here the advice I gave him over coffee... Tip # 1 -Work With An Anxiety Therapist Who Is Integrative. Why does this matter? Because [...]

3 Important Tips From An Anxiety TherapistMichael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-09T02:30:47+00:00

How Anxiety in Senior Citizens Manifests Differently – Signs & Symptoms

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-05T04:54:37+00:00

It’s well known that the population in many countries, including the United States, is getting older. With advancing age often come various physical and mental issues, which can cause an elderly person to become anxious. As the population ages, then, there is a greater chance that more people will suffer from anxiety. In contrast to younger adults, though, anxiety in senior citizens presents its own set of problems. It's important understanding the signs and symptoms of the condition in the elderly and how they may manifest. With a proper diagnosis, it’s possible for senior citizens to get treatment for their anxiety [...]

How Anxiety in Senior Citizens Manifests Differently – Signs & SymptomsMichael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-05T04:54:37+00:00

ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression—Often Related Conditions in Adults and Teens

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-01-29T00:09:26+00:00

It’s hard having to face going to work or school every day. You never seem to be able to pay attention or stay on task. The work you do turn in is considered sloppy, incomplete, or just not good enough. You can feel your peers, supervisors, or teachers judging you. They are sending the message that you already know: you must be stupid. What other reason could there be? You try to cope as best you can, but this only causes more stress in your life. As you can see from this scenario, it’s not hard to make the connection between ADHD, anxiety, [...]

ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression—Often Related Conditions in Adults and TeensMichael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-01-29T00:09:26+00:00

Neurofeedback For Anxiety- 3 Examples of How Neurofeedback Can Transform Anxiety

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-04T02:49:54+00:00

Neurofeedback For Anxiety- It Might Be The Most Effective Approach For You. Have you been hearing a lot about neurofeedback lately? There has been a lot of buzz about neurofeedback. News sites publish articles about neurofeedback therapy being used to treat PTSD and aid recovery for soldiers with Traumatic Brain Injury. TV segments show stories about the relief that clients have gained from their ADHD and depression symptoms, Even Dr. Phil regularly sends his guests for neurofeedback treatment. Although neurofeedback (EEG brainwave biofeedback) has been around for decades, it's recently caught a lot of attention in Silicon Valley as a [...]

Neurofeedback For Anxiety- 3 Examples of How Neurofeedback Can Transform AnxietyMichael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-02-04T02:49:54+00:00

Anxiety Treatment: Essential and Commonly Ignored Components

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-01-28T23:58:15+00:00

You’ve decided to get help and get anxiety treatment. That’s great! Anxiety Treatment- It'll Help You With Reducing Anxiety Symptoms and Improving the Quality of Your Life. However, there are several components that are essential for treating anxiety, and reducing anxiety symptoms, that often are ignored. Not addressing these issues actually makes it more difficult for you to receive treatment and to find relief from anxiety. By educating yourself about these components, you can make sure that you cover “all your bases.” 1. How Anxiety Works in Your Brain and Nervous System One issue that is often [...]

Anxiety Treatment: Essential and Commonly Ignored ComponentsMichael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-01-28T23:58:15+00:00

Overcoming Social Anxiety: Is It Possible? – 4 Vital Keys

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-01-28T23:50:03+00:00

You know that you have social anxiety but are skeptical as to whether overcoming it is even possible. That’s understandable You may have tried before and it didn’t work. In fact, reading self-help books, participating in anxiety therapy, and trying to keep things under control were dead ends. You just didn’t see the change that you wanted and continued to feel anxious in social situations Now your social anxiety is getting in the way with living your life, and you know it. So, what do you do? The truth is that, despite your initial failure, overcoming social anxiety is possible. However, you [...]

Overcoming Social Anxiety: Is It Possible? – 4 Vital KeysMichael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2019-01-28T23:50:03+00:00

Managing OCD Symptoms in Adults: 6 Practical Tips

Michael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2018-11-30T17:00:50+00:00

You know why you wash your hands all the time or do your little rituals. It's one of the OCD symptoms in adults. It’s not that you like to do them, but you feel compelled to do so. OCD Symptoms In Adults Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms in adults can be exhausting and make it really hard to get through the day. And even though you know the symptoms are the result of anxiety, it’s still hard to keep yourself from following through with the compulsions. Here are six practical tips that you can use for managing your OCD symptoms. [...]

Managing OCD Symptoms in Adults: 6 Practical TipsMichael G. Quirke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist2018-11-30T17:00:50+00:00