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Now accepting new patients across Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina

Anxiety Treatment at Cape Fear Psychiatry and Mental Health

Living with constant worry, racing thoughts, or panic is exhausting. You do not have to keep pushing through it alone. Our providers across Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina offer caring, thorough anxiety evaluation and treatment for the whole family.

Same-week appointments available. Most insurance accepted. All visits are private and by appointment.

No referral needed · Same-week availability · Private and by appointment · Most insurances accepted
Same-week appointments
Board-certified providers
Private -- by appointment only
Ages 6 and up
Advanced Diagnostics
Verified & Compliant
LegitScript Approved LegitScript Approved
HIPAA Compliant
State Licensed
Board Certified
4.9 Google Rating

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is more than just feeling nervous. It can show up as constant worry, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or avoiding things you used to enjoy. Across Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina, it is one of the most common things our patients come to us for -- and with the right treatment, most people feel significantly better. We are here to help you get there.

Anxiety Care across Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina

Living in paradise comes with its own challenges. We provide care that understands the unique pressures of island and coastal life.

What to Expect

Your evaluation is a real conversation about what anxiety looks like in YOUR life here in Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina. We take time to understand your triggers, your history, and your goals. Together we build a treatment plan - often starting with medication that can bring relief in weeks, not months. We stay with you through the process with regular check-ins.

Treatment Options for Anxiety

We work with you to find the right anxiety treatment approach for your life across Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina:

  • Personalized medication — Starting with what is most likely to help your specific type of anxiety
  • Careful adjustments — We take time to find the right dose -- no rushing
  • Whole-person care — Lifestyle strategies that complement your medication plan
  • Consistent check-ins — Regular follow-ups because we want to hear how you are really doing

Why Choose Cape Fear Psychiatry and Mental Health?

  • Providers across Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina who actually listen and take their time
  • Same-week appointments because waiting makes everything harder
  • We accept most insurance and work with you on costs
  • A practice that treats you like a person, not a number
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Anxiety Treatment in Wilmington

We provide anxiety treatment in Wilmington -- with offices and service areas across Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina.

We accept most insurance

25+ plans including Medicaid, Medicare and major commercial insurers

AetnaAetna Duke SelectAetna HMOBCBSCigna (also called Evernorth)United Healthcare / Optum Behavioral HealthAlliance Health Medicaid PlanStraight MedicaidTrillium Health Resources Medicaid PlanStraight MedicareMagellanAlliance Health Tailored Plan + 13 more

Anxiety FAQs

What are common signs of anxiety?
You might notice constant worry, trouble falling asleep, a racing heart, or feeling tense all the time. Many people in southeastern North Carolina experience these same things.
How do you treat anxiety?
We get to know you first, then prescribe medication that targets your specific symptoms. We want you to feel relief and get back to enjoying life near the coast.
How long does it take for anxiety medication to work?
Some medications bring quick relief, while others build up over 4 to 6 weeks. We check in with you regularly to make sure things are heading in the right direction.
Do I need a referral to be seen for anxiety?
No, you do not need one. Patients from Wilmington and the surrounding area can schedule with us directly.
Can anxiety get better with medication alone?
It absolutely can. The right medication makes a real difference for many people. We will make sure your treatment plan is working the way it should.

Before you go

We can see you this week.

Most people wait months for mental health care. We have same-week openings right now.

Book This Week

Or call (472) 210-8788

No referral needed · Most insurance accepted

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