Online anxiety treatment

When to call

When virtual anxiety treatment can help

Care by video can help if one or more of these describes how anxiety affects your daily life.

• 01

  You call, or send the form

  You tell admissions what is happening and whether you think virtual anxiety treatment might fit.

• 02

  We check your benefits

  With your permission, we contact your insurer and find out what your plan covers.

• 03

  You hear what it means

  Admissions explains your deductible, your copay and which level of care your plan supports, in plain terms.

• 04

  You decide

  If you want to go ahead, admissions walks you through what happens next.

• What are anxiety disorders?

  Anxiety disorders are mental health conditions in which fear or worry is excessive, out of proportion to the situation, and hard to control. They include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder and phobias.

• What are common anxiety symptoms?

  Anxiety symptoms include constant feelings of worry, restlessness, muscle tension, sleep problems and trouble concentrating. Panic attacks can add a rapid heart rate, shortness of breath or chest pain, and chest pain always needs a medical check first.

• How is anxiety diagnosed online?

  A licensed clinician asks about your symptoms, how long they have lasted and how they affect your daily life, along with your medical history. A doctor may also check for thyroid problems or heart disease, which can cause similar symptoms, before a diagnosis is made.

• Are anxiety and depression treated together?

  Yes. Anxiety and depression often occur together, and one treatment plan can address both, along with any mood disorder the assessment finds.

• Can an online doctor prescribe a benzodiazepine?

  A psychiatrist may or may not recommend medication after an evaluation. Online care at Enhance is not a way to request a specific drug, including a benzodiazepine.

• What if I cannot control the anxiety anymore?

  Call admissions and tell them you can no longer get through the day, or call or text 988 if you may harm yourself. A routine video appointment is not the right help during a crisis, so go to the nearest emergency room if you are in danger.

• Is online therapy as effective as being there in person?

  For many people who are safe at home, CBT by video is real treatment, and online therapy uses the same methods as in-person care. It does not work equally well for everyone, and no study can promise how it will work for you.

• When is in-person anxiety treatment a better choice?

  In-person care is a better choice if you cannot stay safe, have no private place at home, or find it hard to focus on a screen. It can also help when avoidance keeps you at home and practicing going out is part of the work.

• Do I need to live in California?

  Yes. Virtual care at Enhance is for people who live in California, because your therapist must be licensed where you live. Admissions confirms this before your first session.

• Does insurance cover virtual anxiety treatment?

  Many insurance plans cover mental health care by video, but benefits vary from plan to plan. Admissions checks your insurance and tells you what you would pay, and coverage is not guaranteed.

• What technology and privacy setup do I need?

  You need a phone, tablet or computer with a camera, a steady internet connection, and a room where no one can overhear you. Sessions are confidential, so choose a time when you can talk freely.

• How do I start treatment with Enhance?

  Call admissions or send the form, and say that you live in California and would like care by video. Admissions checks your insurance and then walks you through setting up your first appointment with a therapist.

• Can I switch between virtual and in-person anxiety treatment in Tustin?

  Yes. If video stops being the right fit, admissions can arrange in-person sessions at our Tustin office instead. Your therapist can talk through the change with you first.

• What can I do between sessions?

  Your therapist may give you practice between sessions, such as slow breathing exercises, writing down worries, or facing one avoided task. These coping strategies support therapy, and they do not replace it.