Anxiety Treatment
- Home
- Anxiety
Our Mental Health Treatment
Anxiety Treatment in San Diego
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges faced by individuals today, yet it often remains untreated. While occasional worry is a natural part of life, persistent and overwhelming anxiety can interfere with various aspects of daily living, including work, relationships, physical health, and overall happiness.
At Encore Mental Health, we offer specialized and compassionate residential anxiety treatment just outside San Diego, in the tranquil hills of Escondido, California. Our program is designed to help individuals gain control over their anxiety, understand its root causes, and learn effective tools for long-term relief.
Whether you are struggling with racing thoughts, panic attacks, social fears, or constant worry, you don’t have to face it alone. We are here to help you heal—calmly, safely, and with the personalized care you deserve.
Learn More
Understanding Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural stress response. In short bursts, it can even be helpful—alerting us to danger or helping us focus under pressure. But when anxiety becomes persistent, intense, or disconnected from actual threats, it can begin to take over your life.
You may feel anxious all the time, even without knowing why. You might experience physical symptoms like a racing heart, trouble sleeping, or digestive issues. Over time, untreated anxiety can lead to emotional exhaustion, difficulty functioning, and a reduced quality of life.
Recover With Us
Signs You May Be Struggling with Anxiety
Everyone experiences anxiety differently, but some common signs include:
- Constant worry that feels uncontrollable
- Feeling “on edge” or unable to relax
- Panic attacks—sudden episodes of intense fear with physical symptoms like shortness of breath, chest tightness, dizziness, or shaking
- Avoiding people or places that trigger anxious feelings
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Restlessness or trouble sleeping
- A sense of impending doom or catastrophizing future events
- Physical symptoms like headaches, stomachaches, or muscle tension
If these symptoms are disrupting your daily life, relationships, or work, it may be time to seek professional treatment.
What We Treat
Types of Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety comes in many forms. At Encore Mental Health, we treat a wide range of anxiety-related disorders, including:
People with GAD experience chronic, excessive worry about everyday issues—health, finances, work, family—even when there’s little reason to be concerned. This worry is hard to control and often leads to fatigue, muscle tension, and sleep disturbances.
This condition involves repeated panic attacks—sudden surges of fear and discomfort that peak within minutes. Panic attacks often come with physical symptoms like chest pain, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and a fear of dying or losing control. Individuals may begin to avoid situations where they fear an attack might occur.
Also known as social phobia, this disorder involves intense fear of being judged, embarrassed, or rejected in social situations. Even everyday interactions like speaking in a meeting, attending a party, or eating in public can trigger distress.
While not traditionally grouped under anxiety, OCD is driven by anxiety-producing obsessions (intrusive thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors meant to reduce distress). These patterns can be time-consuming and interfere with daily life.
Phobias are intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations—such as flying, heights, animals, or medical procedures. These fears often lead to avoidance behavior that can limit a person’s lifestyle.
Learn more
How Anxiety Impacts Your Life
Anxiety doesn’t just live in your mind—it affects your entire life. When left untreated, anxiety disorders can lead to:
- Strained relationships due to irritability, withdrawal, or fear of judgment
- Decreased job performance or difficulty maintaining employment
- Sleep disruption, which can worsen physical and emotional health
- Substance use as a way to self-medicate or numb anxious thoughts
- Social isolation and avoidance behaviors
- Lowered self-esteem and feelings of hopelessness
Over time, chronic anxiety can also take a toll on your physical health, increasing your risk of heart problems, high blood pressure, digestive issues, and immune system dysfunction.
But with the right care and environment, anxiety is highly treatable—and you can reclaim a calmer, more fulfilling life.
Our Program
Why Residential Treatment?
Many individuals start their healing journey with outpatient therapy—but for those with persistent, debilitating, or treatment-resistant anxiety, a residential program can offer the stability and depth of care that’s often needed.
At Encore Mental Health, our residential anxiety treatment program near San Diego provides:
- A structured, supportive environment free from daily stressors
- 24/7 access to professional support, especially during moments of panic or high anxiety
- A chance to pause and reset, stepping away from triggering environments
- A personalized blend of individual therapy, group therapy, and holistic wellness practices
- Daily routines that help re-establish emotional and physical balance
Our Escondido location offers the perfect backdrop for healing, with calming natural surroundings, cozy accommodations, and wellness amenities like a pool, sauna, and chef-prepared meals.
About Our Program
How Encore Mental Health Treats Anxiety
Our approach at Encore is integrative and person-centered, meaning we treat the whole person—not just the symptoms. We use a blend of evidence-based therapies, compassionate care, and lifestyle support to help you build lasting tools for anxiety management.
Each resident receives regular one-on-one sessions with a licensed therapist. Depending on your needs, we may use:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps you identify and reframe anxious thought patterns
- Exposure Therapy: Gradual and safe exposure to feared situations to reduce avoidance
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): Combines mindfulness practices with cognitive techniques
- Trauma-Informed Therapy: For those whose anxiety is rooted in past traumatic experiences
Therapists help you explore the causes of your anxiety, build healthy coping mechanisms, and develop confidence in managing symptoms independently.
Daily group sessions create space for connection and peer support, helping reduce isolation and normalize the experience of anxiety. Group therapy topics include:
- Coping with social anxiety
- Reducing panic and fear
- Managing stress and overwhelm
- Mindfulness and grounding techniques
- Communication and boundary setting
- Building emotional resilience
All groups are facilitated by licensed professionals who foster a safe, supportive environment.
We believe healing happens on every level—mind, body, and spirit. Our program also includes:
- Chef-prepared meals that nourish and stabilize mood
- Pet-friendly accommodations for those who benefit from the emotional support of animals
- Opportunities for recreation and relaxation through our sauna, pool, and outdoor spaces
- Meditation and mindfulness practices to support nervous system regulation
Anxiety Treatment in San Diego
Begin Your Healing at Encore
If you’re living with anxiety in San Diego or the surrounding area, you don’t have to keep struggling alone. At Encore Mental Health, we offer a peaceful and professional residential anxiety treatment program that gives you the time, space, and support needed for real recovery.
Whether you’re dealing with panic attacks, chronic worry, social fear, or anxiety rooted in trauma, we’re here to help you regain calm, confidence, and control.
Contact Us
Get Started Today
Fill our of form and one of our representatives will get back to you shortly.
Our Location
Elfin Forest, California
Phone Number
(442) 261-5394
info@encorewellness.com
We Accept Most Major Insurances
Get help with treatment costs with our expanded insurance coverage.
Reach Out Today