Should I see a psychiatrist or a therapist for anxiety?

It depends on how much anxiety affects your life. A therapist helps you build coping skills through talk therapy. A psychiatrist diagnoses anxiety and can prescribe and adjust medication. Many people do best with both, and Dr. Bowarshi coordinates with your therapist.

How long does anxiety medication take to work?

Many common anxiety medications take several weeks to reach their full effect. Dr. Bowarshi schedules follow-up visits during that time to check your progress and adjust the plan if needed.

Will I have to take medication forever?

Not necessarily. Some people take medication for a set period while they build skills in therapy, and others benefit from longer treatment. Dr. Bowarshi reviews this with you at each follow-up, and you are part of every decision.

Can anxiety and depression be treated at the same time?

Yes. They often occur together, and one plan can address both. Dr. Bowarshi focuses his practice on depression and anxiety in adults.

Where will I see Dr. Bowarshi?

Appointments take place in person at our office at 26843 Tanic Dr, Suite 101, in Wesley Chapel.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, and a list of your current medications and doses. Notes on past treatments and what did or did not help are useful too.

Psychiatrist for Anxiety in Wesley Chapel, FL

Q: Is TMS used for anxiety?

TMS is FDA-cleared for depression, and some TMS systems are also cleared to reduce anxiety symptoms that occur with depression. Dr. Bowarshi can tell you whether it fits your situation.

What you get

Now welcoming new adult patients in Wesley Chapel. Call (813) 867-2378 or request a call back below. Our team will call you during office hours to schedule your evaluation, check your insurance, and answer your questions.

In-person anxiety evaluation and diagnosis with a medical doctor
Medication management tailored to anxiety, with regular follow-up
Coordination with your therapist or counselor

When to see a psychiatrist for anxiety

Some worry is a normal part of life. It becomes a medical problem when it lasts for weeks, feels hard to control, and starts shaping your choices. About 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. has an anxiety disorder in a given year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. It may be time to see a psychiatrist if you notice:

Worry that is hard to control and shows up most days
Panic attacks with a racing heart, shortness of breath, or dizziness
Trouble falling or staying asleep because your mind will not slow down
Avoiding work tasks, driving, social events, or crowded places
Muscle tension, headaches, or stomach problems with no clear medical cause
Anxiety medication from your primary care doctor that has not helped enough

Care from a board-certified MD at every visit

At our office you see Dr. Bowarshi himself, from your first evaluation to every follow-up. He trained in both internal medicine and psychiatry, with more than ten years of clinical experience focused on depression and anxiety. His internal medicine training helps when anxiety comes with physical symptoms like a racing heart, stomach problems, or poor sleep.

See a psychiatrist, not a rotating provider. Book your first visit with Dr. Bowarshi.

Anxiety conditions Dr. Bowarshi treats

Generalized anxiety: constant worry about work, health, money, or family that is hard to switch off. Treatment lowers that baseline so everyday decisions feel manageable again.
Panic attacks and panic disorder: sudden waves of fear with a pounding heart, chest tightness, or shortness of breath. Treatment reduces how often attacks happen and the fear of the next one.
Social anxiety: intense worry about being judged that makes meetings, phone calls, or social events hard to face. A clear plan helps you return to the situations you have been avoiding.
Anxiety with depression: anxiety and low mood often show up together, and each can make the other harder to treat.

Psychiatrist-led anxiety treatment

1. A full psychiatric evaluation: Dr. Bowarshi reviews your symptoms, sleep, health history, current medications, and what you have already tried. Some medical conditions, such as thyroid problems, can look like anxiety, so he considers those too.
2. A clear diagnosis and plan: you get a plain-language explanation of what is going on and the options available. You decide together which path to start with.
3. Medication management: when medication is the right fit, Dr. Bowarshi prescribes it, tracks benefits and side effects, and adjusts the plan at each follow-up.
4. Therapy coordination: many people do best when medication is combined with talk therapy. If you already have a therapist, Dr. Bowarshi coordinates with them. If you do not, our team can help you find one.

When anxiety treatment has not worked

Many adults with anxiety improve with the right medication and therapy. When anxiety comes with depression and several medications have not helped, Dr. Bowarshi can discuss two advanced options offered in the same practice.

TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas linked to mood. It is FDA-cleared for depression, and some TMS systems are also cleared to reduce anxiety symptoms that occur with depression.

Spravato® is an FDA-approved nasal spray for adults with treatment-resistant depression, given under supervision in our REMS-certified office.

Insurance accepted

Dr. Bowarshi accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare, Tricare, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, and Humana. Our team checks your coverage before your first visit, so you know what to expect. Not sure about your plan? Call (813) 867-2378 and we will check your coverage.

Serving Wesley Chapel and North Tampa

Our Tanic Drive office serves adults across Wesley Chapel, including Seven Oaks, Meadow Pointe, Union Park, and Chapel Pines, plus Lutz, Land O' Lakes, Zephyrhills, and New Tampa communities like Tampa Palms and Hunters Green.

26843 Tanic Dr, Suite 101, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544. Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

Wesley Chapel
Lutz
Land O' Lakes
Zephyrhills
Quail Hollow
New Tampa
Tampa Palms
Pebble Creek
Cross Creek
Union Park
Lexington Oaks
Hunters Green
Heritage Isles
Live Oak Preserve
Oakstead
Seven Oaks
Saddlebrook
Chapel Pines
Meadow Pointe

Book an anxiety appointment in Wesley Chapel

Call (813) 867-2378 or request a call back below. Our team will call you during office hours to schedule your evaluation, check your insurance, and answer your questions.

This office does not provide emergency or crisis care. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 at any time, or call 911.