Anxiety Therapy in Michigan
Clinically reviewed by the Michigan Sleep Center clinical team · August 2026
Anxiety can make it hard to relax, concentrate or sleep. Our licensed Michigan clinicians help you understand what keeps it going and learn practical ways to manage worry and panic.
How anxiety shows up
Anxiety may involve constant worry, physical tension, irritability or avoiding situations that feel overwhelming. You might prepare repeatedly for meetings or replay conversations afterward. You do not need to know exactly why you feel this way before seeking help.
For some people, anxiety is most noticeable at bedtime. Worry makes it harder to fall asleep, and a poor night can make the next day feel more difficult. When both problems are present, we can combine anxiety care with insomnia treatment.
How we treat it
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps you examine anxious predictions and gradually face situations you have been avoiding. Depending on your needs, your clinician may also use mindfulness, motivational interviewing or solution-focused therapy.
You and your clinician set goals that matter to you, such as speaking up at work, returning to social activities or spending less time worrying at bedtime. Sessions include skills to practice between appointments, and you review what is helping as treatment progresses.
Meet our Michigan clinicians
Our team includes licensed clinicians who treat anxiety, stress and related sleep problems. Their profiles describe their experience and approach to care. See the full team.
Stacey Gedeon
PsyD, CBT-I, Sleep Clinician
Specialities: Insomnia, Anxiety, Burnout, Executive Coaching, Life transitions
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational interviewing, Solution-focused
Dr. Gedeon specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and has extensive experience helping patients develop healthy sleep habits. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual's unique sleep needs.
Jennifer Susan
LPC, CBT-I, Insomnia Specialist
Specialities: Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness
Jennifer Susan offers a safe, supportive space for clients feeling overwhelmed or struggling to cope with life's challenges, including the effects of divorce, job loss, loss of a loved one, or past trauma. She creates a client-centered environment that is empathetic, nonjudgmental, and focused on each person's individual needs, helping clients work through anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges. As part of her practice, Jennifer has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), equipping her to support clients whose sleep difficulties are connected to these broader emotional struggles. She works collaboratively with clients to build a personalized plan addressing their specific goals, guiding them toward healing, balance, and a stronger, healthier sense of well-being.
Joy Montgomery
LPC, CBT-I, Insomnia specialist
Specialities: Insomnia, Anxiety, Substance abuse, Anger
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness
Joy Montgomery is a therapist who uses a warm, strength-based approach rooted in empathy to help clients struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship challenges. She creates a supportive space where clients feel seen and heard as they work to untangle the patterns and barriers keeping them from living fully. Joy has completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), equipping her to help clients overcome sleep difficulties that often fuel anxiety, low mood, and daily stress. She guides clients through intentional, tailored steps toward greater clarity, confidence, and resilience.
Anxiety Therapy FAQs
Do you treat anxiety on its own, or only alongside insomnia?
Yes, we treat anxiety even if you do not have a sleep problem. Our Michigan clinicians also help with depression, burnout and life transitions. When anxiety and insomnia occur together, we can address both in treatment.
Is anxiety therapy covered by insurance in Michigan?
Usually, yes. Therapy for anxiety is standard outpatient behavioral health care, and the Michigan plans we work with include Aetna, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage, Cigna / Evernorth, Federal Employee Program, Medicare, Priority Health, UnitedHealthcare / Optum, UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage and Veterans Affairs Community Care Network. Call us if you are unsure — we will verify your benefits before you commit to anything.
How long does anxiety therapy take?
The length of treatment depends on your symptoms and goals. Work on a specific concern, such as panic at work or health-related worry, often takes eight to twelve sessions. Longer-standing difficulties may need more time. Your clinician will discuss a timeline and review your progress with you.
Is online anxiety therapy effective?
Controlled studies of cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety have found comparable results for telehealth and in-person treatment. Video appointments also make it easier to attend without a commute.
Why is my anxiety so much worse at night?
At night, fewer distractions can make worries more noticeable. Concern about getting enough sleep can add to the anxiety. Therapy helps you respond differently to these thoughts, and insomnia treatment can help when sleep problems persist.
Get help with anxiety
Most appointments are by video with a Michigan-licensed clinician. Limited in-person appointments are also available; confirm availability when booking.
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