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Affordable, hassle-free video appointments for performance anxiety on your schedule. If medication is prescribed, prescriptions will be sent to your local pharmacy for same-day pickup.

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1. Pick a providerBrowse provider reviews, same-day time slots, and upfront prices as low as $37 before you book.
2. Meet with your providerDiscuss your performance anxiety symptoms during a face-to-face video call with your online doctor or clinician.
3. Get a prescriptionIf medication is prescribed, your provider will send your prescription to your preferred pharmacy for same-day pickup.
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About Performance anxiety treatment

Performance anxiety, often referred to as stage fright, is a type of anxiety disorder that can arise when you feel pressure to perform. Types of performance anxiety include:


  • Public speaking anxiety: One of the most prevalent forms of performance anxiety, linked to social anxiety disorder.
  • Sexual performance anxiety: Can result in erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation during sexual activity.
  • Academic or professional performance anxiety: Includes test-taking or work presentations.
  • Athletic performance anxiety: Common in competitive sports.

While it’s normal to feel anxiety in stressful situations from time to time, performance anxiety is persistent and severe. It can cause constant negative thoughts and physical symptoms such as a rapid heart rate, dry mouth, and shortness of breath. It can also lead you to avoid certain social situations altogether.

If performance anxiety is affecting your ability to function, talk to a doctor for medical advice. Mental health professionals typically recommend a combination of medication and therapy to address symptoms and causes of performance anxiety and can work with you to create a personalized treatment plan.

Below are potential performance anxiety treatment options that may be recommended or prescribed by your Sesame provider.
Beta-blockers like Inderal (propranolol) are one of the most commonly prescribed medications for performance anxiety. Beta-blockers help to reduce certain physical symptoms of anxiety - like flushing, shaking and sweating - by slowing your heart rate and lowering your blood pressure. Your provider may also prescribe medications for generalized anxiety disorder or specific health conditions (such as sexual dysfunction).
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) – a type of therapy that helps patients to reframe self-doubts and phobias – is widely recommended for performance anxiety. Talk therapy (also called psychotherapy) may also be suggested, as it can help patients to identify and challenge negative thoughts and underlying causes of anxiety, like low self-esteem or lack of self-confidence.
Research shows that deep breathing and relaxation techniques, physical activity, and even certain lifestyle adjustments (such as drinking less caffeine) can help ease jitters and other symptoms of performance anxiety.

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Have more questions about performance anxiety?

Beta-blockers (propranolol, atenolol) are commonly prescribed to treat short-term physical symptoms of performance anxiety, such as rapid heart rate, shaking and sweating.

Providers may also opt to prescribe selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as sertraline and paroxetine or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) like venlafaxine or duloxetine. These medications are often prescribed for generalized anxiety disorder and are used to reduce anxiety.

Yes. If deemed clinically appropriate, an online doctor or provider on Sesame can prescribe medication and other treatments for performance anxiety. Any prescriptions will be sent to a pharmacy of your choice for pickup.

Sesame also offers affordable medication management through Mental Health Rx, a $79 monthly subscription that includes prescriptions and refills for performance anxiety medication if appropriate, video visits & unlimited messaging.

People with performance anxiety tend to experience intense, persistent feelings of excessive worry and nervousness about performing in front of others.

Common symptoms of performance anxiety include:

  • Increased heart rate (palpitations)
  • Shortness of breath or hyperventilation
  • Dry mouth
  • Sweating (especially palms or armpits)
  • Trembling or shaking
  • Nausea or upset stomach
  • Lightheadedness or dizziness
  • Muscle tension or tightness
  • Cold hands or feet
  • Blushing or hot flashes

If left untreated, performance anxiety symptoms may actually get worse and may interfere with work or school performance, personal relationships, and other functions of daily life.

If you have concerns about performance anxiety, a provider on Sesame can help. During your telehealth visit, your provider will review your health history and can help determine if your symptoms are a result of performance anxiety. They can also recommend the best treatment options for you.

No, online health care providers on Sesame will not prescribe any medication listed as a controlled substance. This includes stimulant stimulant attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication (Adderall, Vyvanse), benzodiazepines (Ativan, Klonopin, Valium, Xanax) and opioids. Check out DEA.gov for a detailed list of medications that are listed as controlled substances.

No. Sesame does not accept insurance to keep prices low and transparent – the upfront price you see next to your provider’s name is the price you pay!

However, you can pay for your online visit using your Health Savings Account (HSA) card or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) card if you have one.

If you do have insurance and are prescribed medication during your appointment, your prescription may be covered depending on your plan.

You will also receive a prescription savings card from Sesame if medication is prescribed. The prescription savings card is often cheaper than a co-pay on your prescription, so we recommend comparing your insurance co-pay to the savings card price before filling your prescription.

Yes! Sesame is available to all patients regardless of insurance status. Simply browse Sesame providers, select a price and an appointment time slot that works for you, and get the care you need without hidden fees or surprise bills.

If medication is prescribed during your appointment, you will also receive a prescription discount card that you can show to your pharmacist when you pick up your medication for even more savings.

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