Everyone experiences some worries. In fact, anxiety is a normal part of daily functioning and can actually be helpful in many areas of our lives. Anxiety disorders occur when anxiety becomes overwhelming and limits one’s ability to engage in daily life as they may want or need. Dr. Zakarin specializes in the treatment of anxiety and related disorders in children, teens, emerging adults, and adults. Her patients can expect to receive expert therapeutic services.

Treatment is based on cognitive-behavioral principles and involves several key components, including teaching patients and families about the causes, consequences, and maintaining factors associated with anxiety and related problems. Patients will then learn how to manage these symptoms, cope with challenging situations, and build skills to improve daily functioning and overall quality of life.

Dr. Zakarin uses a collaborative approach with her clients to help them reach their short- and long-term goals. Within each therapy session, she helps individuals to identify and target the problematic thoughts, behavior patterns, and emotions that are keeping them stuck or unhappy.