Anxiety treatment in Miami Florida

Santana Mental Health Services provides comprehensive anxiety evaluations and individualized treatment plans for adolescents and adults. Our providers use evidence-based psychotherapy and medication management, the two approaches with the strongest clinical support, to help patients reduce symptoms, regain functioning, and improve quality of life. Care is available both in-office and through secure telehealth services.

Understanding Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorders often begin in childhood or adolescence (median age of onset is 11 years) and tend to follow a chronic course if left untreated. They frequently co-occur with depression, substance use disorders, and medical conditions including cardiovascular disease, chronic pain, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)

Chronic, hard-to-control worry about everyday matters such as health, finances, or family, often accompanied by muscle tension, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. GAD affects roughly 6% of adults over a lifetime.

Social anxiety disorder

Intense fear of social or performance situations driven by worry about being judged or embarrassed. This is the most common anxiety disorder, with a lifetime prevalence of approximately 13%.

Panic disorder

Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks — sudden surges of intense fear with physical symptoms like a racing heart, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and dizziness. Lifetime prevalence is approximately 5%.

Specific phobias and agoraphobia

Marked fear of specific objects, situations, or open/crowded spaces that leads to avoidance behavior.

When to Seek an Evaluation

Consider scheduling an evaluation if anxiety symptoms are persistent and interfere with your ability to function at work, in relationships, or in daily activities. Common signs include:

Persistent, hard-to-control worry or racing thoughts
Avoidance of situations, places, or social interactions due to fear
Irritability, restlessness, or difficulty concentrating
Sleep disturbance, trouble falling or staying asleep
Physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, chest tightness, shortness of breath, dizziness, or excessive sweating
Sudden episodes of intense fear (panic attacks)

Currently Serving

In-person psychiatric services available in the Miami area. Telehealth availability may vary based on clinical needs, insurance and appointment type.

5901 SW 74TH ST STE 211
SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143

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(786) 228-6892

What Patients Are Saying

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Santana’s for years, and she is truly one of a kind. From the beginning. First through Citrus Health and now through her own practice. She has always gone above and beyond to check in and make sure I’m doing okay. She’s incredibly attentive, compassionate, and has been more on top of managing my medications and overall health than I’ve been myself at times. Dr. Santana genuinely cares about her patients’ well-being, and I’m so grateful to have her support through every stage of my mental health journey. I can’t recommend her enough.

— Susette
Dr. Mailyn Santana is the only one who has helped us with our little girl. She is a ray of sunshine, someone who truly cares about her patients and their improvement. My family is very happy to be with her and grateful for how she has helped us see real results. 10 out of 10. The clinic staff are also wonderful girls. ❤️

— Sandry
I had a very positive experience with Santana Mental Health. Dr. Santana was incredibly professional, attentive, and made me feel comfortable throughout the process. Her approach was both compassionate and effective. I truly appreciate the care and support I received and would highly recommend this practice to anyone seeking mental health services.

— Rosalina