Compassionate, evidence-based anxiety therapy for children, teens, and young adults at our Venice, FL office. Christine Murawski, M.A., LMHC provides specialized treatment to help young people overcome anxiety and build resilience. Our Venice location at 200 Capri Isles Blvd serves families throughout South Sarasota County and northern Charlotte County.
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health challenges facing children and adolescents in Venice and surrounding communities. Many families in South Venice, Venice Gardens, Plantation, Laurel, Nokomis, and Englewood see their children struggle with persistent worry, avoidance behaviors, and physical symptoms that interfere with daily life.
Unlike typical childhood fears, clinical anxiety is persistent, disproportionate to the situation, and significantly impacts a young person’s ability to participate in school, friendships, and family activities. At our Venice office, we see children as young as 3 and work with teens and young adults up to age 25.
Our Venice therapist uses evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, and play-based interventions tailored to each child developmental stage and specific anxiety presentation.
Parents in Venice and the surrounding area often wonder whether their child anxiety warrants professional help. Some key signs to watch for include excessive worry about school performance or social situations, reluctance or refusal to attend school, frequent stomachaches or headaches without medical cause, difficulty sleeping or nightmares, avoidance of age-appropriate activities, and meltdowns or irritability triggered by changes in routine.
If your child anxiety is limiting their participation in everyday activities or causing significant distress for your family, our Venice office can help. Early intervention is key the sooner anxiety is addressed, the better the long-term outcomes.
At Therapy SRQ Venice location, we provide specialized treatment for the full range of anxiety-related conditions in children, teens, and young adults. These include Generalized Anxiety Disorder (F41.1), Social Anxiety Disorder (F40.10), Separation Anxiety Disorder (F93.0), Specific Phobias (F40.2), Selective Mutism (F94.0), and Panic Disorder (F41.0).
Each child receives a comprehensive assessment to determine the specific nature of their anxiety and develop a targeted treatment plan. We work closely with parents and, when appropriate, coordinate with schools and pediatricians in the Venice area to ensure consistent support.
How do I know if my child needs anxiety therapy?
If your child worry or fear is persistent, out of proportion to the situation, and interfering with school, friendships, or family life, professional support may help. Common indicators include avoidance of activities they used to enjoy, frequent physical complaints like stomachaches, sleep difficulties, and meltdowns over routine changes. Our Venice therapist offers a thorough assessment to determine whether therapy would benefit your child.
What types of anxiety therapy do you offer at your Venice office?
At our Venice FL location, we primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is considered the gold standard for treating childhood anxiety. Depending on your child age and needs, we may also incorporate play therapy techniques, gradual exposure exercises, mindfulness strategies, and parent coaching.
How long does anxiety therapy take for children?
The duration varies based on the severity and type of anxiety, but most children show meaningful improvement within 12 to 20 weekly sessions. Some children with milder anxiety may improve more quickly, while those with multiple anxiety disorders may benefit from longer treatment.
Do you work with schools in the Venice area?
Yes, with parental consent, we collaborate with teachers, school counselors, and administrators at Venice-area schools to ensure consistent support for your child. This may include sharing strategies for managing anxiety in the classroom or providing documentation for accommodations.
Help your child overcome anxiety with compassionate, evidence-based therapy at our Venice, FL office. Therapy SRQ serves families in Venice, South Venice, Venice Gardens, Nokomis, Osprey, Englewood, North Port, Warm Mineral Springs, and the wider South County area.