Anxiety Therapy in Eugene & Springfield, Oregon
You don't have to white-knuckle your way through life. Anxiety is one of the most treatable mental health conditions — and the right therapist can make all the difference.
Understanding the Challenge
Anxiety is more than just worry. It's racing thoughts that won't stop, a tight chest before meetings, avoiding phone calls, or lying awake at 3 AM catastrophizing about tomorrow. If anxiety is running your life, therapy can help you regain control — not by eliminating anxiety entirely, but by fundamentally changing your relationship with it.
How We Work Together
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Learn to defuse from anxious thoughts, get present, and take action aligned with your values — even when anxiety shows up.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identify and restructure automatic negative thought patterns that fuel your anxiety cycle.
Somatic & Body-Based Approaches
Anxiety lives in the body. We use breathwork, grounding, and somatic tracking to help your nervous system regulate.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Explore the protective "parts" of you that drive anxious behavior, and build a relationship with them from a place of curiosity.
This May Be Right for You If You're Experiencing
Eric Richers, LPC, CADC III
Licensed Professional Counselor · Eugene & Springfield, Oregon
I bring genuine compassion and evidence-based skill to every session. With advanced training in trauma, addiction, and LGBTQ+ affirming care, I create a space where you can explore what's hard, build resilience, and move toward the life you want. Currently accepting new clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does therapy help with anxiety?
Therapy gives you concrete tools to manage anxious thoughts and physical symptoms. Through approaches like ACT and CBT, you'll learn to recognize anxiety patterns, reduce avoidance behaviors, and build resilience. Most clients notice significant improvement within 8-12 sessions.
Do I need medication for anxiety, or is therapy enough?
Many people find significant relief through therapy alone. Research shows CBT and ACT are as effective as medication for many anxiety disorders — and the skills you learn last a lifetime. That said, some clients benefit from a combination of therapy and medication. We work collaboratively with prescribers when needed.
What insurance do you accept for anxiety therapy?
We accept Trillium OHP (Medicaid, $0 cost), Aetna, PacificSource Commercial, Providence, and Regence BlueCross. Private pay rates are $160/session.
Insurance & Rates
Ready to Take the First Step?
Book a free consultation or schedule your first session online. Currently accepting new clients in Eugene, Springfield, and statewide via telehealth.
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