A careful approach to sedatives
Benzodiazepines can calm acute anxiety but carry risks of dependence and are generally not a good long-term plan. If you already take one, we review it with you rather than stopping it suddenly.
Not sure where to start? Book a psychiatric evaluation in Chester, learn about telehealth psychiatry or contact our team.
Anxiety care for Chester residents
For families commuting to Derry, Manchester and Massachusetts, anxiety often looks like a racing mind at night, tension before work or school, or avoiding things that used to feel easy. Students at Pinkerton Academy and their parents are welcome, and video visits make it easier to start when leaving home feels hard.
Living in Chester
Chester is a rural town of farms, orchards and wooded back roads between Derry and Raymond. High school students typically attend Pinkerton Academy in Derry, and many parents commute along Route 102 or I-93, so video follow-ups save a lot of driving.
About sedatives
Benzodiazepines can calm acute anxiety, but they carry risks of dependence and are generally not a good long-term plan. If you already take one, we will review it with you rather than stopping it abruptly.
Getting care from Chester
From Chester, our Salem office is about 25 minutes by car. Many Chester patients use secure video for follow-ups and come to Salem when an in-person visit adds something.
Frequently asked questions
Can I be seen by video?
Yes, when you are in New Hampshire during the visit.
Are anxiety medications addictive?
First-line options such as SSRIs are not habit-forming. Some sedatives can be, so we use them cautiously.
Do you treat anxiety in children?
Yes, our child and adolescent psychiatrists treat anxiety in children from age 4.
How far is the office from Chester?
Our Salem office is about 25 minutes from Chester. Telehealth is also available when you are in New Hampshire.
Related services
- Depression Treatment in Chester, NH
- OCD Psychiatrist in Chester, NH
- Anxiety Treatment in Nashua, NH
- Anxiety Treatment in Salem, NH
Book an appointment
Call 603-600-8330 or use our contact form. Office: 215 South Broadway, Unit 129, Salem, NH 03079.
If you or someone you care about is in immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. PsychNashua does not provide emergency care.