Anxious? Audrey Jung is a Therapist for Anxiety in Chandler, AZ – Currently Accepting New Clients

Anxiety Treatment for Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, and More

My name is Audrey Jung. I’m a licensed therapist in Chandler, AZ who specializes in anxiety treatment, offering both in-person therapy and teletherapy throughout the Phoenix area, as well as the rest of Arizona and California.

One of the reasons I chose to focus on anxiety is because I know it’s a burden that too many people carry alone – one that holds you back from living the life you want and achieving the goals that matter to you. But I also know that things can get better. There are highly effective, science-backed strategies that can help you manage anxiety not just today, but in the months and years to come.

I encourage you to reach out today. Let’s start a conversation and begin the process of helping you overcome anxiety and take back control of your life.

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I assure you, we have all been there before.  Reaching out for help is difficult, but it can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.

Together we will take the time you need to become comfortable with the counseling process, so you can explore the issues that have brought you to my office.  We will untangle, we will confront, we will learn, we will practice, and you will grow.

Anxiety does not have to impact your life. If you’re looking for a therapist in Chandler or anywhere in Arizona or California, please reach out today.

About Audrey Jung, LPC/LPCC/NCC

I have been practicing therapy for more than 30 years, including training new clinicians through my work with PsychFusion. I served as President of the International Society for Mental Health Online at a time when teletherapy was emerging, helping shape the future of online mental health care.

I partner with professional sports entities and am listed in the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee’s Mental Health Directory, working with athletes who face unique performance and mental health challenges.

My academic credentials include a master’s degree from Gallaudet University, and I communicate in American Sign Language fluently, allowing me to serve Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients throughout Arizona and California.

In-Person and Teletherapy Available Throughout Arizona and California

I offer therapy both in person at my Chandler office and remotely via secure teletherapy for clients throughout Arizona and California. Teletherapy provides the same quality of care as in-person sessions, with the added convenience of attending from wherever you feel most comfortable.

Many clients find that teletherapy works particularly well for anxiety treatment – you can attend sessions from home, which can feel less intimidating than coming to an office, especially if you’re dealing with social anxiety or agoraphobia.

What Types of Anxiety Do I Treat?

Anxiety shows up in different ways for different people. Some experience constant worry that never seems to shut off. Others have intense panic attacks that come out of nowhere. Some avoid social situations because the fear of judgment feels overwhelming. And for many, anxiety manifests as physical symptoms – racing heart, tight chest, nausea, or feeling like something terrible is about to happen even when there’s no real danger.

I work with clients experiencing all forms of anxiety, including:

• Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – Persistent worry about multiple areas of life (work, relationships, health, finances) that feels difficult or impossible to control. You may find yourself constantly anticipating the worst, feeling on edge, or struggling to relax even when things are going well.
• Social Anxiety – Intense fear of social situations, being judged by others, or embarrassing yourself in public. This can make it difficult to attend gatherings, speak up at work, form new relationships, or do everyday things like ordering food or making phone calls.
• Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks – Sudden episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, or feeling like you’re losing control or dying. Many people with panic disorder develop a fear of having another panic attack, which can lead to avoidance of places or situations where attacks have occurred.
• Health Anxiety (Hypochondria) – Excessive worry about having or developing a serious illness, often accompanied by frequent checking of your body for symptoms, repeated doctor visits, or reassurance-seeking. Even when medical tests come back normal, the anxiety persists.
• Performance Anxiety – Fear related to performing in front of others, whether that’s giving presentations, taking tests, competing in sports, or being evaluated at work. This type of anxiety can interfere with your ability to demonstrate your actual skills and abilities.
• Phobias – Intense, irrational fear of specific objects or situations (flying, heights, needles, animals, enclosed spaces, etc.) that leads to avoidance and can limit your daily life.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – Intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that create anxiety, along with repetitive behaviors or mental rituals (compulsions) performed to reduce that anxiety. OCD can be time-consuming and exhausting, interfering with work, relationships, and quality of life.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) – Anxiety that develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, avoidance of reminders, and feeling constantly on edge.

No matter what form your anxiety takes, therapy can help you understand it, manage it, and reduce its impact on your life.

The Link Between Anxiety and Daily Functioning

Anxiety doesn’t just affect how you feel – it affects what you do. It influences your decisions, limits your choices, and can keep you from living the life you want.

You might find that anxiety causes you to:

• Avoid situations that trigger fear or discomfort – Turning down invitations, missing opportunities at work, or staying away from places or activities you used to enjoy.
• Overanalyze and overthink – Spending hours ruminating about past conversations, potential future problems, or worst-case scenarios.
• Seek constant reassurance – Repeatedly asking others if things are okay, checking and rechecking your work, or needing validation to feel safe.
• Experience physical symptoms – Headaches, stomach problems, muscle tension, fatigue, or difficulty sleeping caused by chronic stress and worry.
• Feel overwhelmed by daily tasks – Simple decisions feel impossible, everyday responsibilities feel like too much, and you’re constantly exhausted from the mental effort of managing anxiety.
• Struggle in relationships – Anxiety can create conflict with partners, make it difficult to trust others, or cause you to withdraw from people you care about.

The good news is that anxiety is one of the most treatable mental health conditions. With the right tools and support, you can learn to manage anxiety effectively and stop letting it control your life.

How I Treat Anxiety

I use evidence-based approaches that have been proven effective for anxiety treatment, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – CBT helps you identify and challenge the thought patterns that fuel anxiety. You’ll learn to recognize when your thoughts are distorted or unhelpful, and develop more balanced, realistic ways of thinking. CBT also includes behavioral strategies like gradual exposure to feared situations, which helps reduce avoidance and build confidence.
• Exposure Therapy – For specific phobias, social anxiety, and OCD, exposure therapy involves gradually facing feared situations in a safe, controlled way. This helps your brain learn that the feared outcome is unlikely to happen, and that even if discomfort arises, you can handle it.
• Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques – Learning to stay present rather than getting lost in worry about the future. Mindfulness practices can help you observe anxious thoughts without getting caught up in them, and relaxation techniques can reduce physical symptoms of anxiety.
• Problem-Solving and Coping Skills – Developing practical strategies for managing stressful situations, making decisions, and handling uncertainty without spiraling into anxiety.
• Panic Management Strategies – For clients experiencing panic attacks, I teach specific techniques to reduce the frequency and intensity of attacks, and to manage them more effectively when they do occur.

Therapy isn’t about eliminating anxiety entirely – it’s about learning to respond to it differently, so it no longer controls your decisions, limits your life, or keeps you from the experiences and relationships you want.

Anxiety Does Not Have to Control Your Life

If you’re struggling with anxiety – whether it’s generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, phobias, or worry that feels constant and uncontrollable – therapy can help. You don’t have to keep living with the physical discomfort, the racing thoughts, the avoidance, or the feeling that something terrible is always about to happen.

With the right support and strategies, you can learn to manage anxiety effectively, make decisions with confidence, and live the life you want without anxiety holding you back.

If you’re ready to start addressing your anxiety, or if you’re still on the fence and have questions about whether therapy is right for you, reach out today. Let’s have a conversation about how I can help you move forward.

Anxiety treatment is available in Chandler, throughout the Phoenix area, and remotely throughout Arizona and California. Contact me today to schedule your first appointment.