Cannectd Anxiety CareTreatment for anxiety disorder
Last updated: November 2026
Treatment for anxiety disorder usually combines psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, with medication or other supports when needed.
Anxiety disorders treatment works best when it fits the person, not just the label. At Cannectd, care for generalized anxiety, panic, social anxiety and related concerns begins with a whole-person assessment, then draws on therapy, functional psychiatry and holistic modalities. A licensed clinician makes the diagnosis and helps choose the plan.
Anxiety disorders are usually treated with talk therapy, medication, or both, along with skills for managing stress. The specific mix depends on the disorder, how severe it is, and your history. Cannectd adds body-based, nutritional and plant medicine approaches inside the same plan.
| Disorder | What it is | U.S. adults affected (ADAA) | Typical treatment components |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) | Ongoing, hard-to-control worry about many areas of life | 6.8 million (3.1%) | Therapy such as CBT; medication when needed |
| Panic disorder (PD) | Repeated, unexpected panic attacks and fear of more attacks | 6 million (2.7%) | Therapy; medication when needed |
| Social anxiety disorder (SAD) | Intense fear of judgment in social or performance situations | 15 million (7.1%) | Therapy including gradual exposure; medication when needed |
| Agoraphobia | Fear and avoidance of places where escape or help may feel unavailable | Not listed in the supplied ADAA figures | Therapy that gradually rebuilds confidence; medication when needed |
Source: ADAA, "Anxiety Disorders - Facts & Statistics". ADAA also notes that of the adults with GAD, only 43.2% are receiving treatment.
Cannectd's Your Whole-Human Ecosystem Framework treats symptoms as meaningful communications and protective adaptations. Its assessment asks when a symptom began, what was happening in your life and body then, what purpose it served, and what keeps it going.
Therapists, EMDR specialists, a psychiatrist and functional physician, a board certified nurse practitioner, breathwork coaches and registered dietitians work under one framework, so different parts of anxiety are not treated in isolation.
Founder Shari B. Kaplan, LCSW, is an integrative mental health and trauma specialist. Cannectd therapists use trauma-informed therapy, EMDR, IFS and ego state work, which matters when anxiety is rooted in past experiences.
Cannectd lists generalized anxiety disorder among the conditions its ketamine-assisted therapy is indicated for, alongside therapy and functional psychiatry. Whether it fits you is a clinical decision.
A Neuro-Biopsychosocial assessment covers development, attachment, trauma, medical and mental health history, relationships and strengths.
The first of the Four R's, part of an individualized pathway out of survival mode.
Phases aimed at greater regulation and integration across mind, body and nervous system.
The final phase, focused on connection and alignment with Self.
Learn how these phases fit together on the framework page, or return to the main anxiety treatment guide.
Everyday anxiety usually passes when a stressful situation ends, while an anxiety disorder involves fear or worry that is persistent, out of proportion, and gets in the way of work, school, or relationships. A licensed clinician can assess which describes your experience. The American Psychiatric Association notes that anxiety disorders affect nearly 30 percent of adults at some point in their lives.
More in the FAQSocial anxiety disorder is an intense, ongoing fear of being watched, judged, or embarrassed in social or performance situations, often leading people to avoid them. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), it affects 15 million adults, or 7.1% of the U.S. population. Treatment usually centers on therapy, sometimes with medication, chosen together with a licensed clinician.
More in the FAQAgoraphobia is an anxiety disorder in which a person fears and avoids places where escape might feel hard or help might not be available, such as crowds, public transport, or being outside the home alone. It sometimes develops alongside panic attacks. A licensed clinician can diagnose it and discuss therapy-based options, including approaches that gradually rebuild confidence in feared situations.
More in the FAQSocial anxiety commonly begins in childhood or the teenage years, when peer judgment feels most intense, though it can start or continue at any age. Exact figures vary by study, so ask a clinician about your own situation. Cannectd's founder, Shari B. Kaplan, LCSW, created Can't Tell Foundation programs aimed especially at teens and young adults, including those from foster care.
More in the FAQShyness and introversion are often mistaken for social anxiety, though they usually do not involve intense fear or avoidance that disrupts life. Generalized anxiety, depression, trauma responses, and sensory overload can also look similar. Because the overlap is real, a thorough assessment matters, and Cannectd's intake looks at history, body, relationships, and environment together.
More in the FAQAnti-anxiety medication is generally considered when anxiety is severe, persistent, or not improving enough with therapy alone, and it should always be started, adjusted, and stopped with a prescriber. Timing depends on the specific medicine. In Cannectd's intensive outpatient program, functional psychiatry support includes medication if needed, as well as herbal and supplemental formulas.
More in the FAQContact Cannectd in Boca Raton or Miami to ask about treatment for anxiety disorder.