Conditions · Anxiety
Help for anxiety and burnout.
Anxiety is your body's alarm system stuck in the on position. It shows up as constant worry, tension, trouble sleeping, and a mind that will not switch off, and it often runs alongside burnout. Anxiety is one of the most treatable conditions in psychiatry. Dr. McDade treats it by secure video across Texas and California, for ages 12 to 70.
The signs
What anxiety feels like.
Anxiety is more than feeling stressed. It is a steady hum of worry and physical tension that does not switch off, even when things are fine. You might notice some of these signs.
- Constant worry you cannot turn off
- Feeling on edge or restless
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- A racing heart or tight chest
- Trouble concentrating
- Irritability or a short fuse
- Feeling tired but wired
- Dreading the day before it starts
- Muscle tension, headaches, or stomach trouble
- Pulling back from people or things you enjoy
If this sounds familiar, you are far from alone. Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in the United States, and the National Institute of Mental Health reports that nearly one in three adults will have an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives.
Anxiety and burnout
When anxiety and burnout run together.
Burnout and anxiety often show up together. Burnout comes from long stretches of stress with no real recovery, usually from work or caregiving. It drains you, makes you cynical or numb, and leaves you running on empty. Anxiety is often what sits underneath, keeping your body on alert even when you are exhausted.
You can be high-functioning and still be struggling. You can hold things together at work and fall apart at home. Being capable does not mean you are fine, and it does not mean you have to keep pushing through on your own.
Treatment
How a psychiatrist treats anxiety.
Treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis. Dr. McDade takes the time to understand what is driving your anxiety, whether that is burnout, a life change, another condition, or something physical. From there, she builds a plan with you. That usually means evidence-based medication management, and a referral to therapy when that will help. Many people feel meaningfully better with the right plan and steady follow-up.
“Anxiety is not a character flaw or a lack of willpower. It is a treatable medical condition, and you do not have to push through it alone.”
Care with Dr. McDade
What your care looks like.
Your first visit is unhurried, and runs 60 to 90 minutes. You talk through your history, your symptoms, and your goals. You leave with a clear diagnosis and a plan you understand.
Follow-up visits keep your care on track as life changes. All of it happens by secure video, so you can get help from a private, familiar space. Meet Dr. McDade.
Questions, answered
Anxiety FAQ.
Is anxiety the same as burnout?
No, but they overlap. Burnout comes from long-term stress without recovery. Anxiety is a medical condition that keeps your body on alert. They often happen together, and both can improve with the right care.
Can anxiety be treated with medication?
Yes. Evidence-based medication can lower the intensity of anxiety so it is easier to manage. Dr. McDade builds the plan around you and follows up to keep it working.
Do I need therapy or medication for anxiety?
It depends on you. Some people do well with medication, some with therapy, and many with both. Dr. McDade talks through what fits your situation, and can refer you to therapy when that helps.
Can you treat anxiety online?
Yes. Anxiety is well suited to telepsychiatry. You get the same careful evaluation and evidence-based treatment by secure video, across Texas and California.
What if my anxiety comes with depression?
That is common. Anxiety and depression often occur together, and Dr. McDade treats both. Your plan will address what you are actually dealing with.
How soon will I feel better?
Everyone responds differently, so there is no set timeline. Dr. McDade adjusts your plan at follow-up visits to keep moving you toward feeling better.
If anxiety is getting in the way of your sleep, your work, your relationships, or your peace of mind, it is worth talking with a psychiatrist. You do not have to wait until it is unbearable. Health & Harmony Psychiatry does not provide emergency care. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988, or call 911.
Begin when you are ready
You do not have to push through it alone.
Book a private first visit with Dr. McDade, or reach our team with a question. Care is available by secure video across Texas and California.