Anxiety

Psychiatry and medication management located in Sioux Falls and Yankton, South Dakota. Telehealth available in Washington, Minnesota, Nebraska, Iowa, and Wisconsin

Anxiety is a natural and necessary part of life—it’s what triggers your body’s “fight or flight” response to keep you safe in dangerous situations. However, when feelings of fear and worry become overwhelming, persistent, and difficult to control, they may signal an anxiety disorder. The team at Peak Interactive Wellness offers compassionate, comprehensive care for a wide range of anxiety disorders, including:

Social anxiety disorder
Also called social phobia, this condition is centered on a deep fear of social situations. People with social anxiety often avoid gatherings, public speaking, or even everyday interactions due to intense worry about embarrassment or how others may perceive them.

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
GAD involves ongoing, excessive worry about everyday life—work, relationships, health, and more. For those with GAD, this anxiety often lasts for six months or longer and can feel like a constant undercurrent of unease that’s hard to shake.

Specific phobias
A specific phobia is an intense, irrational fear of a certain object or situation, such as flying, heights, or seeing blood. While many people feel uneasy about these things, phobias trigger an extreme fear response that can interfere with daily life.
Anxiety can show up in many different ways, and its symptoms often affect both the body and the mind. Common signs across various anxiety disorders may include:

  • Muscle tension or aches
  • A racing heartbeat
  • Rapid or shallow breathing
  • Feeling restless, on edge, or unable to relax
  • Trouble falling or staying asleep (insomnia)
  • Sweating or trembling
  • Persistent fatigue or weakness
  • Digestive issues, such as nausea or stomach discomfort
  • Irritability 

For some, anxiety can become so consuming that it’s hard to focus on daily responsibilities—whether it’s work, family, or even basic self-care—because so much mental energy is spent on specific fears or worries.
At Elevate Minds Psychiatry treatment for anxiety begins with a thorough and compassionate evaluation to understand how your symptoms are affecting your everyday life. From there, we design a personalized plan aimed at reducing anxiety, restoring balance, and helping you feel more in control.

Your care may include evidence-based coping strategies to manage anxious thoughts in the moment, stress-reduction techniques such as mindfulness or breathing exercises, and lifestyle adjustments like improving sleep routines, nutrition, and physical activity. We also incorporate holistic treatment options—such as neurofeedback, nutritional support, and targeted lab testing—to address underlying factors that may be contributing to your symptoms.

Medication may be included when appropriate, with careful attention to finding the right type and dosage for your unique needs. Our goal is to equip you with tools and resources that promote resilience, enhance well-being, and support long-term emotional health—whether you join us in person or through our secure telemedicine platform.




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