Anxiety Behaviors Clinic (ABC)
If you child has an anxiety disorder, you know how difficult it can be for them to go to school, play with friends or engage with the world.
Children and adolescents with primary anxiety disorders can turn to the Anxiety Behaviors Clinic (ABC) at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for evaluation, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication management so they can return to activities and routines.
Our expert psychologists also provide behavioral treatment for difficulties that frequently accompany anxiety disorders, such as sleep problems, selective eating and tic disorders. The emphasis is on providing evidence-based treatments that involve and engage the whole family.
How we serve you
Our goal is to help your child ages 4 to 18 learn ways to manage their anxiety disorder so they can reach their full potential.
Conditions we treat
We diagnose and treat all ages of children with these anxiety disorders:
- Generalized anxiety disorder
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) - Panic disorder
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Phobias - Social anxiety disorder
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Separation anxiety disorder
Meet your team
The psychologists in the ABC specialize in therapies proven to help children and adolescents overcome anxieties that are holding them back from fully participating in life.
Our locations
We see children at the Main Hospital and our Center for Advanced Behavioral Healthcare on the third floor at 4601 Market St., in Philadelphia.
Anxiety Behaviors Clinic resources
We have created resources to help you find answers to your questions about anxiety disorders and treatment so you can feel confident with the care you are providing your child.