Kalisha Boykin, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – Persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life (work, health, relationships, etc.) for at least 6 months. – Often accompanied by restlessness, fatigue, muscle tension, and difficulty concentrating. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) – Re-experiencing trauma through flashbacks, nightmares, hyperarousal, and avoidance. Panic Disorder – Recurrent unexpected panic attacks (sudden periods of intense fear or discomfort). – Ongoing worry about having more attacks or changing behavior to avoid them. Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia) – Fear of social or performance situations where one may be judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others. Separation Anxiety Disorder – Excessive fear or anxiety about being away from attachment figures (more commonly diagnosed in children, but can occur in adults). Selective Mutism – Consistent failure to speak in certain social situations (like school) despite speaking in others (like at home). Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – Presence of obsessions (intrusive thoughts) andor compulsions (repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing distress). Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) – Preoccupation with perceived flaws in physical appearance. Hoarding Disorder – Persistent difficulty discarding possessions, regardless of actual value. Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder) – Recurrent pulling out of one’s own hair. Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) – Similar to PTSD but with symptoms lasting less than one month. Adjustment Disorders (with anxiety subtype) – Emotional or behavioral symptoms in response to identifiable stressors, causing marked distress or impairment.