Anxiety Disorders · Miami
Panic attacks can feel terrifying — but panic disorder is highly treatable. Our board-certified psychiatrists help adults regain control, in person in Miami and virtually across Florida.
Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks — sudden surges of intense fear that peak within minutes and are often accompanied by powerful physical symptoms. Many people fear they are having a heart attack or losing control. Over time, the fear of having another attack can lead to avoidance that shrinks daily life.
The good news is that panic disorder responds very well to treatment. At Elevate Psychiatry, our psychiatrists combine accurate diagnosis with proven therapies to reduce the frequency and intensity of attacks and help you feel like yourself again.
If these feel familiar, a confidential evaluation can help you understand what's happening and what to do next.
A pounding or accelerated heartbeat, sometimes with chest pain or tightness.
Feeling unable to breathe or like you are choking.
Lightheadedness, faintness, or feeling unsteady.
Shaking, chills, hot flashes, or sweating.
An overwhelming sense of dread, or fear of dying or 'going crazy.'
Avoiding places or situations where past attacks occurred.
Effective panic treatment usually combines therapy and, when appropriate, medication — tailored to how panic affects your life.
A careful evaluation to confirm panic disorder and rule out other medical or psychiatric causes.
When helpful, SSRIs and other evidence-based medications reduce the frequency and intensity of panic attacks.
Cognitive behavioral strategies that retrain the panic response and rebuild confidence in daily life.
Panic attacks are frightening but not physically dangerous. Because symptoms can mimic a heart attack, a medical and psychiatric evaluation is important to confirm the cause.
Panic disorder is highly treatable. With the right combination of therapy and, when needed, medication, most adults experience significant or complete relief.
Not always. Some adults do well with therapy alone, while others benefit from medication. Your psychiatrist will recommend a plan based on your symptoms and goals.
Yes. We offer secure telepsychiatry to adults across Florida, including diagnosis, medication management, and follow-up care.
Many adults notice meaningful improvement within a few weeks of starting treatment, though timelines vary by person and approach.
Elevate Psychiatry partners with most major insurance plans to make quality psychiatric care accessible across Florida. Contact us to verify your specific coverage.
You don't have to navigate this alone. Connect with a board-certified psychiatrist in Miami — in person or virtually across Florida.
This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Elevate Psychiatry provides care to adults 18 and older. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or 911.
