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Treatment of anxiety disorders

Fear is an important and natural emotion, just like joy, anger or sadness, for example. It manifests itself both in behavior (flight, avoidance, freezing, etc.) and on a physical level (palpitations, sweating, trembling, etc.) and mental level ("I'm having a heart attack", "I'm fainting", "I'm losing control").

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Treatments & therapies

At the JUVENIS Medical Center, competent psychotherapists are on hand to help you treat a panic disorder. Our range of therapies includes the following fields:

Anxiety disorders

When do we speak of anxiety disorders?

Anxiety can have both psychological and physical (e.g. hyperthyroidism) causes. It warns us of dangers (e.g. in road traffic or when climbing mountains) and thus makes an important contribution to our survival. However, if anxiety exceeds a sensible level, it brings us more disadvantages than advantages. Anxiety is a symptom of many psychological problems (e.g. depression, compulsions, personality disorders).

One speaks of an anxiety disorder when

  • Fears occur too frequently or last too long

  • Fears occur inappropriately/unnecessarily and more strongly than necessary

  • the fears are accompanied by a feeling of loss of control

  • Fears cause severe suffering

  • Fears cause us to avoid certain situations and thus lead to restrictions in life - both professionally and privately

Possible causes and developmental conditions of anxiety disorders

  • Increased stress levels associated with (sudden or prolonged) overload

  • Negative experiences in the past

  • Learning from a model (e.g.: The mother already suffered from anxiety disorders and showed pronounced avoidance behavior)

  • Hereditary disposition

  • Lack of learning experience (certain behaviors could not be learned, e.g. speaking in front of others)

Please contact JUVENIS by phone at +43 1 236 3020by e-mail to empfang@juvenismed.at or via the contact formto make an appointment for a consultation or treatment.

How common are anxiety disorders?

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental disorders - in the course of a lifetime, around 14 out of 100 people suffer from an anxiety disorder.

What anxiety disorders are there?

Consequences of untreated anxiety disorders

  • Depression

  • Drug and alcohol abuse

  • Social withdrawal

  • Physical illnesses (e.g. high blood pressure, headaches)

Treatment methods as a medical specialist and psychotherapist

Specialized, disorder-specific, client-centered treatment of anxiety – MedR. Dr. Jutta Leth

Anxiety is initially an important and vital reaction that helps us to recognize and classify danger. The fear response activates blood pressure, heart rate and breathing via the body's own stress system so that we can react to a threatening situation by attacking or fleeing. However, if this physiological reaction occurs without any external cause, it is referred to as an anxiety or panic disorder.

In which diseases does anxiety play a major role?

  • Depression

  • Generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder

  • post-traumatic stress disorders

  • Phobias (agoraphobia, social phobias)

  • Obsessive-compulsive disorders

  • schizophrenic disorders

  • Personality development disorders

OA Dr. Jutta Leth

Please contact JUVENIS by phone at +43 1 236 3020by e-mail to empfang@juvenismed.at or via the contact formto make an appointment for a consultation or treatment.

Costs

Treatment Price
1 therapy session (50 minutes) for the treatment of disorder-specific client-centered anxiety € 200

In disorder-centered client-centered psychotherapy, a frequency of 1 session per week is usual.

The costs of "clinical-psychological treatment" are not reimbursed by the health insurance company. Some private supplementary insurances often cover part of the costs - however, patients should ask their supplementary insurer about this.

It is also possible to deduct clinical-psychological treatment from tax as an extraordinary burden.

Treatment methods of behavioral therapy

Treatment methods in behavioral therapy (abbreviation: VT) - Hilde Winkler and Dorothea Bertram

In order to rule out physical causes (e.g. hyperthyroidism, other hormonal disorders, heart defects) for the development of the anxiety disorder, a medical examination is strongly recommended before any psychotherapy.

Each treatment is preceded by a comprehensive diagnosis. In addition, an individual explanatory model is created, which provides insight into the development of the disorder. This includes pre-existing risk factors (e.g. increased anxiety) as well as triggers (e.g. job loss, separation, death) and maintaining factors (avoidance of feared situations, tranquilizers, high basic tension, pathological personality structure) of the illness, which are given special consideration during treatment.

  • Therapeutic relationship: The relationship between client and psychotherapist is an important factor in treatment. The therapist provides support in coping and tries to maintain a balance between change and stabilization.

  • Relaxation techniques: Learning relaxation methods (e.g. progressive muscle relaxation, abdominal breathing, autogenic training) and their regular - daily (!) - use by the patient is an integral part of anxiety treatment.

Hilde Winkler at JUVENIS
Dorothea Bertram at JUVENIS

  • Psychoeducation: The patient receives information about the respective anxiety disorder: symptoms, meaning and consequences of avoidance/security behavior, anxiety cycle, factors maintaining the disorder, etc.

  • Exposure: The patient is confronted with the anxiety-inducing situation - either in the imagination (in sensu) or with the real situation (in vivo). The patient should experience that the fears are unpleasant but not dangerous and that the feared consequence usually does not occur. Through such corrective experiences, the patient re-evaluates the original trigger of the fear.

  • Cognitive techniques: Negative thoughts, catastrophic thoughts, negative evaluations and interpretations of the feared situation are identified and "restructured" using cognitive (cognition = thought) techniques.

  • Depending on the individual problem (e.g. personality disorder, alcohol abuse), other psychotherapeutic methods may be used in specific cases.

Please contact JUVENIS by phone at +43 1 236 3020by e-mail to empfang@juvenismed.at or via the contact formto make an appointment for a consultation or treatment.

Treatment methods of behavioral therapy

Treatment methods in behavioral therapy (abbreviation: VT) - Hilde Winkler and Dorothea Bertram

In order to rule out physical causes (e.g. hyperthyroidism, other hormonal disorders, heart defects) for the development of the anxiety disorder, a medical examination is strongly recommended before any psychotherapy.

Each treatment is preceded by a comprehensive diagnosis. In addition, an individual explanatory model is created, which provides insight into the development of the disorder. This includes pre-existing risk factors (e.g. increased anxiety) as well as triggers (e.g. job loss, separation, death) and maintaining factors (avoidance of feared situations, tranquilizers, high basic tension, pathological personality structure) of the illness, which are given special consideration during treatment.

Hilde Winkler at JUVENIS
Dorothea Bertram at JUVENIS

  • Therapeutic relationship: The relationship between client and psychotherapist is an important factor in treatment. The therapist provides support in coping and tries to maintain a balance between change and stabilization.

  • Relaxation techniques: Learning relaxation methods (e.g. progressive muscle relaxation, abdominal breathing, autogenic training) and their regular - daily (!) - use by the patient is an integral part of anxiety treatment.

  • Psychoeducation: The patient receives information about the respective anxiety disorder: symptoms, meaning and consequences of avoidance/security behavior, anxiety cycle, factors maintaining the disorder, etc.

  • Exposure: The patient is confronted with the anxiety-inducing situation - either in the imagination (in sensu) or with the real situation (in vivo). The patient should experience that the fears are unpleasant but not dangerous and that the feared consequence usually does not occur. Through such corrective experiences, the patient re-evaluates the original trigger of the fear.

  • Cognitive techniques: Negative thoughts, catastrophic thoughts, negative evaluations and interpretations of the feared situation are identified and "restructured" using cognitive (cognition = thought) techniques.

  • Depending on the individual problem (e.g. personality disorder, alcohol abuse), other psychotherapeutic methods may be used in specific cases.

Please contact JUVENIS by phone at +43 1 236 3020by e-mail to empfang@juvenismed.at or via the contact formto make an appointment for a consultation or treatment.

Costs

Treatment Price
1 therapy session (50 minutes) for behavioral therapy of anxiety disorders for new patients € 130
1 therapy session (50 minutes) for behavioral therapy of anxiety disorders for existing patients € 120

In behavioral therapy, a frequency of 1 session per week is common.

A partial refund of the costs via your health insurance is possible if you have a mental disorder that qualifies as an illness. Some private supplementary insurance policies often cover part of the costs—however, patients should check with their supplementary insurance provider.

It is also possible to deduct clinical-psychological treatment from tax as an extraordinary burden.

FAQs

Anxiety disorders are mental health conditions characterized by excessive or persistent anxiety reactions that can significantly interfere with daily life. The anxiety is often disproportionate to the actual situation.

The most common forms include:

  • generalized anxiety disorder

  • Panic disorder

  • social anxiety disorder

  • specific phobias (e.g., fear of flying)

  • Agoraphobia

Common symptoms include:

  • persistent worries or feelings of anxiety

  • Heart palpitations, shortness of breath, or dizziness

  • inner restlessness and tension

  • Sleep disorders

  • avoidance behavior

Symptoms can manifest themselves both physically and psychologically.

The causes are usually a combination of various factors, including:

  • genetic predisposition

  • stressful life events

  • chronic stress

  • neurobiological factors

Treatment is tailored to each individual and may include:

  • psychotherapy sessions

  • Behavioral therapy

  • Relaxation and Coping Strategies

  • medication, if necessary

The goal is to reduce anxiety and regain the ability to cope better with daily life.

The process begins with a thorough evaluation and medical history review. Based on this, a personalized treatment plan is developed that is tailored to your needs.

In many cases, anxiety disorders are highly treatable. With the right therapy, symptoms can be significantly reduced or completely overcome.

The duration depends on the severity of the condition. In many cases, treatment lasts several weeks to several months.

Helpful steps include:

  • regular exercise

  • Relaxation exercises (e.g., breathing techniques)

  • Stress reduction

  • structured daily routine

  • Seeking professional help early on

If feelings of anxiety interfere with your daily life, occur regularly, or become more intense, you should seek medical or therapeutic help as soon as possible.

Psychotherapeutic interventions generally have few side effects. When it comes to medication, potential side effects are discussed on an individual basis.

The cost depends on the scope of the therapy and the number of sessions. A therapy session (50 minutes) with MedR. Dr. Jutta Leth costs €200. A therapy session (50 minutes) with Mag. Hilde Winkler or Mag. Dorothea Bertram costs €130 for new patients and €120 for existing patients.

You can get the exact prices during a personal consultation.

Depending on the type of treatment, your health insurance may cover some or all of the costs.

At JUVENIS, you will be cared for by experienced medical specialists and therapists. Through personalized treatment plans, modern treatment methods, and compassionate support, we strive to achieve a lasting improvement in your quality of life.

We have answered the most frequently asked questions about anxiety disorders here. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us atempfang@juvenismed.at or by phone at +43 1 236 3020.

Team

Surgeon Dr. Jutta Leth

Dr. med. Jutta Leth

Specialist in psychiatry & psychotherapeutic medicine, client-centered psychotherapist
Curriculum vitae
Hilde Winkler

Hilde Winkler

Psychotherapist (behavioral therapy), clinical and health psychologist, occupational psychologist
Curriculum vitae

Dorothea Bertram

Clinical and health psychologist, psychotherapist (behavioral therapy)
Curriculum vitae

Responsible for the content of this page: Dr. med. Jutta Leth, Hilde Winkler & Dorothea Bertram