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What is an Anxiety Test?

Most people worry, but for those with an anxiety disorder, worries are chronic and lead to symptoms like exhaustion, nausea, and trouble sleeping.

Types of anxiety disorders include Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Social Anxiety (SAD) and Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

An anxiety screening in Ireland helps detect early signs of conditions such as generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, or OCD. For a real-life example, see this patient’s story about overcoming severe anxiety and how assessment guided their treatment.

Our anxiety test and OCD assessment Ireland service is conducted by experienced psychologists and involves a comprehensive evaluation to understand your symptoms and create a personalised treatment plan.

What are common signs of an anxiety disorder?

A person with an anxiety disorder might have

  • persistent, excessive or unrealistic worries (generalised anxiety disorder)
  • compulsions and obsessions which they can’t control (obsessive-compulsive disorder)
  • intense excessive worry about social situations (social anxiety disorder)
  • panic attacks (panic disorder)
  • intense, irrational fear of everyday objects and situations (specific phobia)

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic psychotherapy are highly effective in treating anxiety disorders. By learning about the vicious cycle of anxiety, root causes and challenging unhelpful beliefs and behaviours, you can gradually master your fears, grow your confidence and regain your functioning through psychotherapy.

An anxiety disorder or OCD assessment conducted in Ireland by our senior psychologists involves 

 

  • A comprehensive anxiety test to understand the nature and extent of your symptoms.
  • A 2–4 week assessment process, beginning with a minimum 50-minute clinical interview, where the psychologist explores your history, current concerns, and the impact of anxiety on daily life.
  • Use of recognised psychometric questionnaires and gold-standard rating scales to assess the severity of symptoms and identify specific anxiety disorders such as generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, or social anxiety disorder.
  • A personalised treatment plan tailored to your needs, helping you gain clarity and access to the right support.

The full anxiety disorder/ OCD assessment costs €900.

 

We offer flexible payment options designed to suit your budget and lifestyle — including a Book Now, Pay Later option with Klarna, so you don’t have to delay essential care.

For personalised payment options, please contact our office directly.

We also accept all major health insurers in Ireland, including Irish Life Health, Laya Healthcare, and Vhi Insurance.

If you are concerned about your anxiety, schedule an anxiety test or OCD assessment today. Our experienced psychologists will help identify the nature of your symptoms and guide you toward regaining control of your mental well-being.

Still unsure if anxiety screening or an OCD test is for you? Get a free booking consultation to learn more.

What's different about BetterCare?


Our Irish team includes experts like psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists who work collaboratively where needed to help you make positive changes in your life.

Referrals within the BetterCare™ team are seamless, efficient and quick, should further therapeutic intervention be needed or recommended.

Get started with BetterCare™

Check out our availability and book the date and time that works for you. 

Unsure of the service best suited to your needs? Contact us now to discuss your next steps on a Free 15 minute Booking Consultation.

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a brief questionnaire by email. This helps us determine whether our anxiety / OCD test is the right fit for your needs. If it turns out that a different service would be more suitable, we’ll offer you a full refund or credit.

FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

An anxiety disorder / OCD assessment can seem daunting. Below are some frequently asked questions we receive which may be useful ahead of the first appointment.

It can be hard to know if you are experiencing everyday anxiety or an anxiety disorder. Here are some key signs it might be more serious:

- It disrupts your daily life and well-being
- You can’t control it
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It may last a long time
- It’s stronger than the situation calls for, or happens without a clear cause

If this sounds familiar, it’s important to know that an anxiety disorder is a diagnosable medical condition. That means it’s not your fault, and there are professionals and tools that can help you manage anxiety and improve your quality of life.

Yes, anxiety disorders can develop at any age, though they are less common in older adults. However, life changes like loss, health issues, isolation, or financial worries can increase the risk. Research shows Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is the most common anxiety in older adults, especially women.

There are many different types of anxiety disorders, including:

- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Social anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
- Specific phobias
- Separation anxiety disorder
- Agoraphobia

Most anxiety disorders are considered long-term conditions which can be treated and recovered from. People’s experiences vary, so whilst some may experience bouts of symptoms short-term, others can experience years living with the condition. 

It’s important to remember that it’s possible to live a full life with an anxiety disorder. There are many treatment and support options available, including talking therapies, lifestyle strategies, and other evidence-based approaches

We know that cost should never be a barrier to care.

That’s why we offer flexible payment options designed to fit your budget and lifestyle — including a Book Now, Pay Later option with Klarna, so you don’t have to put off getting the support you need.

If you’d like a personalised payment option, simply get in touch with our team and we’ll be happy to arrange it for you.