Expert Anxiety Treatment for Children, Teens, and Adults
ABOUT US
Specialized Anxiety Treatment
Welcome to The Anxiety Treatment Center of Greenwich, founded by Jill Vaughan Tesei and Maryellen Pachler Kennell. We provide expert diagnosis and evidence-based treatment for anxiety disorders in children, adolescents, and adults—helping individuals and families move forward with clarity and confidence.
Understanding Anxiety
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition, affecting both youth and adults. Among children and adolescents, it impacts 1 in 8 and can lead to irritability, sleeplessness, restlessness, or physical symptoms like headaches and stomachaches. Left untreated, anxiety can interfere with school, relationships, and daily life.
Why Early Intervention Matters
Untreated anxiety can lead to additional disorders such as depression, substance use, and other anxiety-related conditions. It often co-occurs with challenges like ADHD, eating disorders, and mood disorders. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to breaking this cycle.
Treatment Efficacy & Effectiveness
The good news: anxiety is highly treatable. Research shows therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) have a 70–80% success rate, with many individuals no longer meeting criteria for an anxiety disorder after treatment. We specialize in treating Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety, Separation Anxiety, Specific Phobias, OCD, Trichotillomania, and tic disorders. Using proven methods like CBT, exposure therapy, parent guidance, and virtual reality therapy, we help children, adolescents, and adults find lasting relief and resilience.
Proud NeuroStar TMS Provider
NeuroStar is a non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment that uses Targeted Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to help improve symptoms of depression and other mental health conditions. It offers a drug-free alternative for individuals seeking a new path to relief.
