I as well have taken both Xanax and Ativan. I personally feel that the Ativan is better. I do not take it often. Only when I am having an attack coming. The biggest difference I felt in the two medications was that with Xanax, I woke up very groggy still not much calmer. Ativan I do not wake up groggy and I actually am relaxed.
I think you would benefit from trying it. IF you do not care for it than either ask to be put back on Xanax or a different one all together.
Good luck! Anxiety is frightening but you are on the right track it sounds.
Hi Sean
I am currently taking ATivan for severe anxiety while driving or even thinking about driving! It has worked wonderfully for me! Before I was taking it I would have panic attacks while driving which was not a very safe thing! Like sunflowert I also find that I wake up feeling fine in the morning! Best of luck to you! Let us know how you are doing!