Anxiety Treatment in Spain for Expats & Tourists
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera, MD
Licensed Physician No. 484814280 · Official Medical College of Bizkaia (Spain)
Confidential video consultations with an English-speaking GP.
Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera
Licence No. 484814280 · Urgent, non-emergency care
Common Symptoms
Living or travelling abroad can make anxiety worse. New places, feeling alone, a new language and a broken routine all add up. Anxiety may bring:
- Persistent worry
- Restlessness or feeling on edge
- Racing thoughts
- Panic symptoms
- Trouble focusing
- Tense muscles
- Poor sleep
- Avoiding things you normally do
Anxiety is real and it can be treated. In a private visit we look at how it shows up, how strong it is and what in your body may feed it. We also talk about medicine options and whether talking therapy would help.
You don't have to figure this out alone
Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera is an independent, bilingual GP licensed in Spain. Book a 15-minute video consultation in English or Spanish for €50, with a private electronic prescription issued under Spanish law when clinically appropriate.
How We Treat It
The doctor may ask about your symptoms and how long you have had them. He also asks how you cope day to day, your sleep, alcohol and drug use, your medicines and your physical health. He checks for low mood, signs of bipolar disorder and any risk to your safety. Treatment may include:
- Referral for talking therapy
- Step-by-step self-help advice
- Daily habits that help you get better
- Medicine that is not a controlled drug, where clinically appropriate
Treatment is planned for you as a person. Medicine should not take the place of the right talking therapy. Benzodiazepines and other controlled anxiety drugs are not prescribed by video. If you may need them, you are referred to in-person care.
Clinical Evaluation & Evidence-Based Protocol for Anxiety Treatment
During a telemedicine consultation with Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera (licensed medical practitioner No. 484814280 at the Official Medical College of Bizkaia), clinical evaluation adheres strictly to evidence-based medical (EBM) standards. The doctor conducts a thorough history, evaluating symptom duration, aggravating factors, prior treatments, and drug allergies to establish an accurate differential diagnosis.
Private Electronic Prescriptions (Receta Médica) Issued Under Spanish Law
When clinically indicated, Dr. Yelamo issues a private electronic prescription (Receta Médica Electrónica Privada) under Spanish law. The digital prescription contains a secure QR verification code accepted at all 22,000+ registered community pharmacies across Spain for immediate medication dispensing.
Itemized Invoices for Travel & Private Health Insurance Reimbursement
After your consultation, you receive an official medical report and an itemized invoice. The invoice shows Dr. Yelamo's licence details and tax ID. You can send it to your travel or private health insurer (such as Bupa, Allianz, Cigna, AXA or a US travel policy) to claim the cost back.
Preparing for Your Online Medical Consultation
Before your appointment, note when your symptoms started and any medicines you have already tried. Have your allergies and your usual prescriptions to hand. For a skin, rash or eye problem, sit in a well-lit room so the doctor can see it clearly.
Clinical Follow-Up & When In-Person Urgencias Are Necessary
Video care works well for common infections, mild sudden symptoms, skin rashes and repeat prescriptions. Some warning signs need emergency care in person: severe shortness of breath, a high fever you cannot bring down, chest pain or a stiff neck. If you have any of them, call 112 in Spain straight away.
When to Seek Immediate In-Person Care
Seek urgent medical attention if you have:
- Thoughts of suicide or self-harm
- Being unable to look after yourself
- Severe agitation, confusion, or seeing or hearing things that are not there
- Suspected mania
- Chest pain, fainting, or being very short of breath
- Panic symptoms that could be a medical emergency
Frequently asked questions
Can anxiety be treated online in Spain?
Yes, in many cases care can start online. This is only when there is no urgent risk to your safety and no medical emergency.
Will I automatically receive medication?
No. Treatment depends on what is wrong, how bad it is, what you prefer and what you have tried before. It also depends on the risks and on whether you need talking therapy. Benzodiazepines (such as lorazepam, diazepam or alprazolam) are never prescribed online.
What if I am having suicidal thoughts?
Get emergency help in person straight away: call 112. Do not wait for an online visit.
Online consultations are for urgent, non-emergency care. In a medical emergency call 112 immediately or go to your nearest emergency department.
Every day · 07:30–20:30One named doctor, from first call to follow-up
Book a secure 15-minute video consultation with Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera for €50. Appointments every day, 07:30–20:30 (Spain time). For urgent, non-emergency care; in an emergency, call 112.
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