Panic disorder treatment in Bellevue, WAFeel safe in your own body again.

Panic attacks feel frightening but are not dangerous in themselves. Because symptoms can resemble heart or breathing problems, it’s important to rule out medical causes, especially the first time. We coordinate with your primary care provider when needed.

“Anxiety attack” isn’t a medical term. A panic attack is a sudden, intense surge of fear that peaks within minutes. Anxiety tends to build more gradually and last longer. Both are treatable.

The most effective treatments are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and certain long-term medications, often combined. We provide evaluation and medication management and coordinate with therapists.

Not always. Some people do well with therapy alone, while others benefit from medication too. We’ll talk through the options and decide together.

Many people become free of panic attacks or have them rarely after treatment. Learning how panic works and practicing new responses can greatly reduce its hold on your life.

Most panic attacks last about 5 to 20 minutes, with symptoms peaking within about 10 minutes, though you may feel tired or on edge for a while afterward. If an attack feels different from usual or doesn’t ease, seek medical care.

The first psychiatric evaluation takes about 60 minutes. Follow-up visits take about 30 minutes, in person in Bellevue or by telehealth.

Please bring a photo ID, your insurance card and a list of current medications. If you’ve had earlier evaluations, heart or other medical tests for your symptoms, or treatment for panic, those records help too.

Yes. Evaluations and follow-up visits are available by secure telehealth anywhere in Washington State, as well as in person at our Bellevue office.

We’re in-network with most major insurance plans, including Medicare, and self-pay is available. Before your first visit, our team verifies your coverage.