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Treatment that's available.Where do you go for panic attack treatment? Some sources are obvious, such as a Psychiatrist or mental health clinic. However, there are other places to seek help, or you can create one! Treatment can be traditional or not-so-traditional. (Such as learning to breathe properly - see BreathMinder.) I have found some internet sites that offer excellent self-help programs such as The Linden Method (make sure you try programs that offer money back guarantee or a free trial or both.) And I found some other helpful things I right in my own neighborhood - I'll explain. . . .
If your employer has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP,) you should check it out. The EAP is usually an employee benefit free of charge for the employee as well as all immediate family members. The EAP will refer you to a trained counselor or therapist for consultation – many programs offer a half dozen or so visits per year at no charge to you. It is important to know that an EAP is confidential – the employer is not allowed to know why a person sought help from the EAP. You already own one of the most effective treatments! (Your lungs) Breathing correctly is an important and effective treatment. According to renowned health specialist, Dr. Andrew Weil, Breathing is so important, there is a little breathing reminder device designed specifically for people with anxiety called The BreathMinder. When you remember to breathe correctly, measureable health benefits can result immediately according to almost every study done on the subject.
Often a Church or Temple in your area will provide counseling assistance if asked. Many such organizations have a crisis hotline 24/7 where you can find someone to talk to when things get overwhelming. There is a terrific hotline for adults and a separate one for teens by telephone or by internet you should check out if you or a friend could benefit from that. This hotline has been in continuous operation round the clock since 1968! In addition to any internal resources a hotline may have, they can also refer you to outside help. Often, these outside resources are a low cost provider or one who will help you on a “sliding scale” based on your ability to pay. Or you can create your own source of help! Yes, why not start your own support group? There are many people who have anxiety attack symptoms, but you'd never know it. Generally, people are reluctant to talk about it or they don’t know why they feel the way they do. And many of these panic and anxiety sufferers would like to join a group, but don’t have any nearby resources. (Remember that many persons who suffer are house-bound and do not venture too far from home.) It is not difficult to start your own Support Group. In my case, I tried lots of things, but the most helpful was the support group and having other panic attack sufferers to call on when I needed somebody. Helpful tools. . . .
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