Understanding Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions, yet it’s often misunderstood. It’s more than just feeling stressed or worried — anxiety disorders involve persistent, excessive fear or worry that interferes with daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.
At MindMED Behavioral Health, we believe anxiety is a human experience, not a personal failure. It’s a treatable condition, and with the right care, most people experience significant relief.
Types of Anxiety We Treat
Dr. Fredes provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for the full spectrum of anxiety disorders:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) — Persistent worry about everyday matters that feels difficult to control
- Panic Disorder — Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and fear of future episodes
- Social Anxiety Disorder — Intense fear of social situations and being judged by others
- Health Anxiety — Excessive worry about having or developing a serious medical condition
- Phobias — Intense, irrational fear of specific situations or objects
- Separation Anxiety — Excessive fear of being apart from attachment figures (yes, adults experience this too)
Our Approach to Treating Anxiety
We take an integrative approach that goes beyond simply prescribing medication. Dr. Fredes conducts a thorough initial evaluation (60–90 minutes) to understand your full picture — symptoms, medical history, lifestyle factors, and personal goals.
Medication Management
- Evidence-based medication options (SSRIs, SNRIs, and alternatives)
- Careful titration with regular follow-up
- Monitoring for side effects and efficacy
- Lab work when clinically indicated
- Collaborative decision-making about your treatment
Integrative Care
- Sleep optimization strategies
- Nutritional factors that influence anxiety
- Exercise and lifestyle recommendations
- Supplement guidance when appropriate
- Coordination with your therapist or other providers
Important note: MindMED provides psychiatric medication management, not standalone therapy. We offer integrated psychotherapy when it complements your medication management. If you’re looking for therapy alone, we can recommend excellent therapists in the Southlake area.
Insurance & Pricing
We accept major insurance plans to make quality psychiatric care accessible:
✓ Aetna
✓ BCBSTX
✓ Cigna
✓ Oscar Health
✓ United Healthcare
For patients without insurance coverage, we offer self-pay options with transparent pricing. We also provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. View full pricing details →
Why Choose MindMED for Anxiety Treatment?
- Board-certified psychiatrist — Dr. Fredes trained at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Integrative approach — We treat the whole person, not just symptoms
- Unhurried appointments — Your initial evaluation is 60-90 minutes
- Bilingual care — Services available in English and Spanish
- In-person and telehealth — Convenient options for patients across Texas, New York, and Virginia
- Insurance accepted — Aetna, BCBSTX, Cigna, Oscar, and United Healthcare