At Sereno Therapy, we acknowledge the debilitating impact of panic attacks on individuals' lives. These sudden episodes of intense fear or apprehension typically occur without warning, often leading to physical and emotional distress.
Panic attacks may coexist with other conditions such as Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or they can manifest independently. However, effective treatment options exist to assist individuals in managing and overcoming panic attacks.
Common Symptoms of Panic Attacks
Panic attacks can manifest through a range of distressing symptoms, including:
- Sudden Feelings of Intense Fear or Anxiety: Individuals experiencing a panic attack may feel an overwhelming sense of fear or impending doom, often without a clear trigger.
- Rapid Heartbeat: A noticeable increase in heart rate is a common symptom of panic attacks, often accompanied by chest pain or discomfort.
- Shortness of Breath or Hyperventilation: Panic attacks can cause breathing difficulties, leading to feelings of suffocation or a sense of being unable to catch one's breath.
- Trembling or Shaking: Physical tremors or shaking may occur during a panic attack, affecting the hands, legs, or entire body.
- Sweating or Chills: Excessive sweating or sudden chills are common physiological responses to panic attacks, even in the absence of physical exertion or extreme temperatures.
- Feeling Dizzy or Lightheaded: Individuals may experience dizziness or light headedness during a panic attack, sometimes leading to a sensation of faintness.
- Chest Pain or Discomfort: Chest pain or tightness is a frequent symptom of panic attacks, often mistaken for a heart attack or other serious medical condition.
- Nausea or Abdominal Discomfort: Digestive disturbances such as nausea, stomach pain, or abdominal cramping can occur during panic attacks.
Our Approach to Treatment
At Sereno Therapy, we provide evidence-based treatments to assist individuals in effectively managing and overcoming panic attacks. We will assess whether these are standalone issues or part of a larger difficulty and adjust our approach accordingly.
Our team of highly experienced therapists specializes in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviours contributing to panic attacks.
Through structured therapy sessions, our therapists empower clients to develop effective coping strategies and regain control over their anxiety.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR focuses on processing traumatic memories linked to pain attacks, therefore reducing their emotional impact, alleviating symptoms of panic attacks. Using guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, clients can reprocess distressing memories and find relief from their symptoms.
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