Panic Disorder
Specialized panic disorder therapy and medication management designed to reduce the frequency and intensity of panic attacks so you can regain confidence and well-being.
Book an Appointment Call UsUnderstanding Panic Disorder
Panic disorder is an anxiety condition characterized by sudden and repeated episodes of intense fear or discomfort, known as panic attacks.
While panic attacks can be frightening, effective panic disorder treatment can help reduce their frequency and intensity. With proper care, individuals can regain confidence and improve their quality of life.
At Health & Psychiatry, Dinar Sajan, MD, and her experienced providers specialize in the diagnosis and treatment for panic disorder. Through compassionate care and evidence-based approaches, they create personalized treatment plans to help patients reduce anxiety and restore balance.
The Four Main Patterns of
Panic Disorder
Panic disorder can manifest in different ways, though all involve sudden episodes of intense fear or discomfort.
Unexpected (Uncued) Panic Attacks
Occur suddenly without any clear trigger or warning, making them particularly distressing and unpredictable.
Situationally Bound (Cued) Panic Attacks
Happen almost every time a person is exposed to a specific situation or trigger.
Situationally Predisposed Panic Attacks
Occur more frequently in certain situations, but not every time.
Nocturnal Panic Attacks
Occur while a person is asleep, often waking them suddenly with intense fear and physical symptoms, leading to disrupted sleep and heightened anxiety about going to bed.
What You Might Experience During a Panic Attack
Panic attacks cause intense physical symptoms that can feel overwhelming and may mimic a medical emergency.
These sensations often come on suddenly, which is why many people seek immediate help before realizing the episodes are anxiety-related. Common symptoms include:
Physical Sensations
- Chest pain or tightness
- Trouble breathing or feeling smothered
- Rapid or pounding heartbeat
- Lightheadedness or dizziness
- Trembling or shaking
Emotional and Cognitive Symptoms
- Intense fear or sense of impending doom
- Feeling detached from reality
- Fear of losing control or "going crazy"
- Fear of dying
Take Control of Panic Attacks
Before They Control You
Our proven panic disorder treatment approach combines therapy and medication management to help you break free from the cycle of fear.
Schedule Panic Disorder TreatmentOur Proven Approach to
Panic Disorder Treatment
Your panic disorder psychiatrist will work closely with you to find the right medication, dosage, and duration based on your symptoms and treatment response.
Initial Psychiatric Evaluation
Dr. Dinar Sajan and her team conduct an initial psychiatric evaluation to identify the biological, psychological, and social factors that trigger a panic attack. Using this information, they create a personalized panic disorder treatment plan tailored to your specific symptoms and needs.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
The gold standard for panic disorder therapy, CBT helps you understand the root causes of panic attacks and teaches practical coping strategies to reduce their frequency and intensity.
Exposure Therapy
Gradual, controlled exposure to feared situations helps desensitize you to triggers and builds confidence in managing anxiety responses.
Panic-Focused Psychotherapy
Specialized talk therapy addresses the thoughts and behaviors that perpetuate panic disorder, helping you develop healthier patterns and responses.
Medication for Panic Disorder
When appropriate, panic disorder medication management can provide significant symptom relief and help restore emotional balance.
Anti-Anxiety Medications
Fast-acting medications can help manage acute symptoms and provide relief during particularly challenging periods.
Antidepressant Medications
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other antidepressants are often prescribed for long-term panic disorder management, helping to reduce the frequency and severity of attacks.
Why Choose Health & Psychiatry
Same day and late evening appointments
No referral required
Emergency visit availability
Wide range of insurance plans accepted
Convenient locations throughout Florida
Telepsychiatry:
Expert Care From Anywhere
Access expert personality disorder therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own home through secure, HIPAA-compliant video appointments.
You can meet with one of our licensed providers, including our experienced Panic Disorder psychiatrist, using your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Benefits of Telepsychiatry for Panic Disorder Treatment:
- Receive care from the comfort of your home
- Eliminate travel time and transportation barriers
- Flexible scheduling around work and family commitments
- Maintain continuity of care even when traveling
- Access to the same expert providers and personalized treatment
What to Bring
1. Driver's License
2. Insurance ID Card
3. Prescription Bottles
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Frequently Asked Questions
Early diagnosis and proper panic disorder treatment can help reduce symptoms, prevent complications, and improve overall quality of life.
• Breathing Exercise: Take slow, deep breaths—in through your nose for four counts, hold for four counts, out through your mouth for six counts.
• Cognitive Reframing: Remind yourself that the experience is frightening but not dangerous, and it will pass.
• 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique: Focus on five things you can see, four you can touch, three you can hear, two you can smell, and one you can taste.
• Create Physical Comfort: Move to a quiet place, drink water, and give yourself time to recover.
These techniques help during a panic attack, but comprehensive panic disorder therapy teaches long-term strategies to reduce frequency.
• Generalized anxiety is ongoing worry or nervousness triggered by everyday situations.
• Panic disorder involves sudden, unexpected episodes of intense fear (panic attacks) with severe physical symptoms such as chest pain, rapid heartbeat, or shortness of breath.