Anxiety Therapists in 92104
Alice Lim
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
My areas of specialty include intergenerational conflict, parent-child conflict, acculturation/assimilation challenges, anxiety, depression, and adjustment stressors (due to transitions, moves, and medical conditions).
I am a psychologist, licensed in NYS and CA, offering teletherapy to residents of both states. I am also a returned Peace Corps volunteer and aspire for cultural humility and sensitivity in my practice. My training background is in child, adolescent, and adult individual and group therapy, as well as in neuropsychology from teaching hospitals: Brown, Harvard, and NYU; I completed my postdoctoral training at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. I use an integrated approach to treatment, incorporating a range of evidence-based therapy and my broad training experience to meet the diversity of presentations of my clients.
My areas of specialty include intergenerational conflict, parent-child conflict, acculturation/assimilation challenges, anxiety, depression, and adjustment stressors (due to transitions, moves, and medical conditions).
I am a psychologist, licensed in NYS and CA, offering teletherapy to residents of both states. I am also a returned Peace Corps volunteer and aspire for cultural humility and sensitivity in my practice. My training background is in child, adolescent, and adult individual and group therapy, as well as in neuropsychology from teaching hospitals: Brown, Harvard, and NYU; I completed my postdoctoral training at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. I use an integrated approach to treatment, incorporating a range of evidence-based therapy and my broad training experience to meet the diversity of presentations of my clients.
Sydney Schulz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
Do you want to increase your self-awareness, improve how you manage your emotions, learn to be kinder to yourself, set boundaries with people in your life, understand your needs and practice better self-care? I am here to help you with that and more. I work with young and middle aged adults to who are functioning in their day to day life but perhaps feel anxious, lost, or unhappy, are dissatisfied with their relationships, or feel weighed down by their past. I want to help you move through barriers that keep you from living a more authentic and meaningful life.
Do you want to increase your self-awareness, improve how you manage your emotions, learn to be kinder to yourself, set boundaries with people in your life, understand your needs and practice better self-care? I am here to help you with that and more. I work with young and middle aged adults to who are functioning in their day to day life but perhaps feel anxious, lost, or unhappy, are dissatisfied with their relationships, or feel weighed down by their past. I want to help you move through barriers that keep you from living a more authentic and meaningful life.
Lauren VanPraag
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104
Is something in your life not working? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic pain? Are you stuck in a relationship that does not work or a job you don't like? I believe that therapy is a journey. I am here as your guide first in identifying what is keeping you stuck and then providing you the tools to move on. In so many ways we define who we are by our stories. And why not? They do contribute to who we are but often we can get so attached to them we can't move foward.
Is something in your life not working? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic pain? Are you stuck in a relationship that does not work or a job you don't like? I believe that therapy is a journey. I am here as your guide first in identifying what is keeping you stuck and then providing you the tools to move on. In so many ways we define who we are by our stories. And why not? They do contribute to who we are but often we can get so attached to them we can't move foward.
Cynthia Valentine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, grief and ADHD in adults, among other overlapping challenges.
Are you finding yourself chained to your emotions? Is life feeling super unclear and a out of balance? Taking care of your basic needs doesn't have to be a constant struggle. You don’t have to live with inconsistent results anymore. If you're looking for deeper meaning in your life, less overwhelm and more self-compassion, I can help. I provide real expertise and practical support. Learning how to develop calm, constructive confidence is not out of reach and therapy can give you the skills you need to live a life you're truly proud of.
I specialize in anxiety, grief and ADHD in adults, among other overlapping challenges.
Are you finding yourself chained to your emotions? Is life feeling super unclear and a out of balance? Taking care of your basic needs doesn't have to be a constant struggle. You don’t have to live with inconsistent results anymore. If you're looking for deeper meaning in your life, less overwhelm and more self-compassion, I can help. I provide real expertise and practical support. Learning how to develop calm, constructive confidence is not out of reach and therapy can give you the skills you need to live a life you're truly proud of.
Scarlett Aguilar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my primary focus is on providing a client-centered approach. I strongly believe that creating an empathetic environment is crucial for clients to feel genuinely understood and supported. With expertise in anxiety, trauma recovery, and relationship dynamics, I am dedicated to customizing therapy to cater to the unique needs and strengths of each individual. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), my practice involves a Client-Centered approach. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my primary focus is on providing a client-centered approach. I strongly believe that creating an empathetic environment is crucial for clients to feel genuinely understood and supported. With expertise in anxiety, trauma recovery, and relationship dynamics, I am dedicated to customizing therapy to cater to the unique needs and strengths of each individual. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), my practice involves a Client-Centered approach. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Patricia Cline
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
Although I can address a wide range of problems, my special interest and expertise focus on those who are struggling to manage anxiety, depression, grief/loss/abandonment issues, addictions and life transitions.
I am a licensed psychotherapist focused on working with adults and elders (65+). I work with clients to help them be better able to manage life's challenges, increase self esteem and improve communication skills. In my work, I favor a holistic approach, where all aspects of the person - mental, emotional, behavioral, physical - are addressed, and I employ a blend of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and mindfulness methods, to enable people to learn to shift their thinking, change their behavior, and live in the present with a more balanced life, and a deeper sense of well being.
Although I can address a wide range of problems, my special interest and expertise focus on those who are struggling to manage anxiety, depression, grief/loss/abandonment issues, addictions and life transitions.
I am a licensed psychotherapist focused on working with adults and elders (65+). I work with clients to help them be better able to manage life's challenges, increase self esteem and improve communication skills. In my work, I favor a holistic approach, where all aspects of the person - mental, emotional, behavioral, physical - are addressed, and I employ a blend of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and mindfulness methods, to enable people to learn to shift their thinking, change their behavior, and live in the present with a more balanced life, and a deeper sense of well being.
Gauri Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104
Hi, my name is Gauri Sanchez and I'm a License Marriage and Family Therapist. I'm passionate about supporting my clients through the journey of life, healing and transformation. I believe in collaboratively working with clients to enhance their self-understanding, self-love and self-empowerment. I am experienced with working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, life challenges/transitions, relationship problems, victims of crimes and grief.
Hi, my name is Gauri Sanchez and I'm a License Marriage and Family Therapist. I'm passionate about supporting my clients through the journey of life, healing and transformation. I believe in collaboratively working with clients to enhance their self-understanding, self-love and self-empowerment. I am experienced with working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, life challenges/transitions, relationship problems, victims of crimes and grief.
Dr. Lynn Northrop
Psychologist, PhD, CP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104
Anxiety, grief, chronic illness, depression, trauma, injustice & change can narrow our lives. They can cause us to lose joy, purpose & meaning. Dr. Northrop helps people grow, rebuild, & find their best life, even in the context of difficult experiences & emotions. She is committed to evidence-based treatment guided by values of authenticity, kindness, social justice, creativity, curiosity, collaboration, flexibility, and patience. She has a special love for working with creatives – musicians, artists, actors. She is a staunch ally of the LGBTQI+ community. She has a passion for being a therapist for other therapists.
Anxiety, grief, chronic illness, depression, trauma, injustice & change can narrow our lives. They can cause us to lose joy, purpose & meaning. Dr. Northrop helps people grow, rebuild, & find their best life, even in the context of difficult experiences & emotions. She is committed to evidence-based treatment guided by values of authenticity, kindness, social justice, creativity, curiosity, collaboration, flexibility, and patience. She has a special love for working with creatives – musicians, artists, actors. She is a staunch ally of the LGBTQI+ community. She has a passion for being a therapist for other therapists.
Jenny Margalit Seneor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
Our lives are full of complex challenges—communicating in relationships, juggling jobs and finances, and finding meaning and purpose in our lives. I believe the right therapeutic relationship can help us love ourselves more fully, improve intimacy with our loved ones, and heal past traumas; a safe and supportive space allows us to become more grounded in who we are and who we are working to be. Here’s a little more about me: I am a first generation American, queer person with experience working with adults, children, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, and suicidal feelings.
Our lives are full of complex challenges—communicating in relationships, juggling jobs and finances, and finding meaning and purpose in our lives. I believe the right therapeutic relationship can help us love ourselves more fully, improve intimacy with our loved ones, and heal past traumas; a safe and supportive space allows us to become more grounded in who we are and who we are working to be. Here’s a little more about me: I am a first generation American, queer person with experience working with adults, children, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, and suicidal feelings.
Heather Fuller- Emdr And Brainspotting Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety and overwhelm? Does this sound familiar? You keep putting everyone else's needs before your own. You're always pushing yourself to your limits and holding yourself to a high standard. You overthink things and are tired. It doesn't have to be like this. I work with intuitive and deeply feeling women to help you reclaim your peace, find the confidence to ask for what you want, and stop feeling guilty for having wants and needs. If you are looking to grow, heal, and experience lasting change, I can help.
Are you struggling with anxiety and overwhelm? Does this sound familiar? You keep putting everyone else's needs before your own. You're always pushing yourself to your limits and holding yourself to a high standard. You overthink things and are tired. It doesn't have to be like this. I work with intuitive and deeply feeling women to help you reclaim your peace, find the confidence to ask for what you want, and stop feeling guilty for having wants and needs. If you are looking to grow, heal, and experience lasting change, I can help.
Ariel Fletcher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
My areas of specialization include: depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and trauma.
In our work together, my essential goal is that you feel heard, respected, and understood. I find that one of the most important predictors of effective therapy starts with the relationship between client and therapist. I consider my role as your therapist an honor. I aim to create a comfortable, inviting, and safe space for you to share, and for us to work collectively. I feel your voice is just as, if not more, valuable than mine. With over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, I am confident that working collaboratively, you will find our time together beneficial.
My areas of specialization include: depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and trauma.
In our work together, my essential goal is that you feel heard, respected, and understood. I find that one of the most important predictors of effective therapy starts with the relationship between client and therapist. I consider my role as your therapist an honor. I aim to create a comfortable, inviting, and safe space for you to share, and for us to work collectively. I feel your voice is just as, if not more, valuable than mine. With over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, I am confident that working collaboratively, you will find our time together beneficial.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
I'm accepting new telehealth clients. Do you struggle with anxiety, trauma, or depression? My approach focuses on processing painful emotions through psychotherapy and mind/body exercises. Through a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing I help you learn skills to respond to life's challenges instead of reacting from emotion. This combination helps to improve well-being and balance the nervous system. I provide a safe, supportive space from which you can express yourself, and explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I'm accepting new telehealth clients. Do you struggle with anxiety, trauma, or depression? My approach focuses on processing painful emotions through psychotherapy and mind/body exercises. Through a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing I help you learn skills to respond to life's challenges instead of reacting from emotion. This combination helps to improve well-being and balance the nervous system. I provide a safe, supportive space from which you can express yourself, and explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Dr. Michelle Barahman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104
I specialize in working with people who experience intense emotions like anxiety, sadness, or anger in response to life changes or adjustments. If you're looking for a psychologist who incorporates evidence-based practices while flexibly tailoring treatment to meet your unique problems and background, you've come to the right place! Whether you want to stop worrying or feel more confident, we'll consider how your inner emotional world interacts with the greater cultural context surrounding you. Let's meet if you're open to changing your thoughts, habits and perspective- or simply want someone to understand your point of view!
I specialize in working with people who experience intense emotions like anxiety, sadness, or anger in response to life changes or adjustments. If you're looking for a psychologist who incorporates evidence-based practices while flexibly tailoring treatment to meet your unique problems and background, you've come to the right place! Whether you want to stop worrying or feel more confident, we'll consider how your inner emotional world interacts with the greater cultural context surrounding you. Let's meet if you're open to changing your thoughts, habits and perspective- or simply want someone to understand your point of view!
Megan Dougherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
I provide an empowering environment where adolescents and young adults can find their path while navigating life’s challenges. Together we will explore your values, identify your strengths, face your fears, and increase your confidence.
I provide an empowering environment where adolescents and young adults can find their path while navigating life’s challenges. Together we will explore your values, identify your strengths, face your fears, and increase your confidence.
Inner Knowing Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself overthinking and feeling anxious? Do you tend to doubt yourself? Living life in a constant state of worry can impact our quality of life, our relationships, our physical health, and our self-confidence. Exploring helpful coping skills and strategies to combat anxiety is a great place to begin, and you do not need to struggle on your own! Therapy can be a grounding place of support so that you can get back to feeling more grounded and centered.
Do you find yourself overthinking and feeling anxious? Do you tend to doubt yourself? Living life in a constant state of worry can impact our quality of life, our relationships, our physical health, and our self-confidence. Exploring helpful coping skills and strategies to combat anxiety is a great place to begin, and you do not need to struggle on your own! Therapy can be a grounding place of support so that you can get back to feeling more grounded and centered.
Keley Heckman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
She specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger and perfectionism.
Are you exhausted from being hyper-independent, a perfectionist, workaholic, and feeling like you can’t rely on anyone else? I work with high achievers who are battling feelings of inadequacy, anxiety and overthinking. I use EMDR and IFS approaches to help you address anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationship issues. Are you ready to take control of your life, uncover self-love, live authentically and find balance? As a survivor of the Las Vegas shooting I know first hand what it takes to heal through unthinkable events. Trauma does not need to be a life sentence and healing is absolutely possible.
She specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger and perfectionism.
Are you exhausted from being hyper-independent, a perfectionist, workaholic, and feeling like you can’t rely on anyone else? I work with high achievers who are battling feelings of inadequacy, anxiety and overthinking. I use EMDR and IFS approaches to help you address anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationship issues. Are you ready to take control of your life, uncover self-love, live authentically and find balance? As a survivor of the Las Vegas shooting I know first hand what it takes to heal through unthinkable events. Trauma does not need to be a life sentence and healing is absolutely possible.
Dana Terrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104
I serve people who are anxious, depressed, overwhelmed. They see it affects their ability to attain personal, business or relationship goals. It's hard to access their talents and strengths. I enjoy helping you find enhanced well-being and success in the direction you seek. My dual specialties in Bowen and EMDR Therapies help with inner stresses as well as relationship stresses. I find it a joy and privilege to watch my clients grow towards health through these amazing approaches. I look forward to learning what you want to accomplish through our work together at my comfortable office in North Park.
I serve people who are anxious, depressed, overwhelmed. They see it affects their ability to attain personal, business or relationship goals. It's hard to access their talents and strengths. I enjoy helping you find enhanced well-being and success in the direction you seek. My dual specialties in Bowen and EMDR Therapies help with inner stresses as well as relationship stresses. I find it a joy and privilege to watch my clients grow towards health through these amazing approaches. I look forward to learning what you want to accomplish through our work together at my comfortable office in North Park.
Sara Tafeen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychologist who works with older adolescents and adults seeking psychotherapy for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, life transitions, relational problems, and stress.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. Deciding to reach out for support is a challenging but important step toward creating a life of meaning, satisfaction, and joy. Therapy is a place to express and unpack complicated feelings and negative thoughts and to practice new ways of relating and responding to yourself and others. Following treatment with me, clients typically report understanding themselves more fully, increased self-compassion and empathy, and richer, healthier communication with peers and loved ones. I care deeply about my clients and will be an active participant in helping you to create desired change.
I am a licensed psychologist who works with older adolescents and adults seeking psychotherapy for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, life transitions, relational problems, and stress.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. Deciding to reach out for support is a challenging but important step toward creating a life of meaning, satisfaction, and joy. Therapy is a place to express and unpack complicated feelings and negative thoughts and to practice new ways of relating and responding to yourself and others. Following treatment with me, clients typically report understanding themselves more fully, increased self-compassion and empathy, and richer, healthier communication with peers and loved ones. I care deeply about my clients and will be an active participant in helping you to create desired change.
Relationship Anxiety And Trauma Repair Katie Miles
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104
I work with individuals and couples, specializing in addressing relationship health, trauma and repair, as well as anxiety and mood disorders.
As your therapist, I know the relationship between us matters the most for the work we do together. You want presence, connection, a real human- that's what I provide! I show up for couples who are looking to build more confidence in their ability to talk about the "hard things", become masters at handling conflict, & see each other with more grace, humor and positivity. I work with individuals who want to feel less anxious socially and relationally, and learn to express their thoughts and feelings with self-assurance, make decision out of care instead of fear, and have compassion for themselves, even when they make a misstep.
I work with individuals and couples, specializing in addressing relationship health, trauma and repair, as well as anxiety and mood disorders.
As your therapist, I know the relationship between us matters the most for the work we do together. You want presence, connection, a real human- that's what I provide! I show up for couples who are looking to build more confidence in their ability to talk about the "hard things", become masters at handling conflict, & see each other with more grace, humor and positivity. I work with individuals who want to feel less anxious socially and relationally, and learn to express their thoughts and feelings with self-assurance, make decision out of care instead of fear, and have compassion for themselves, even when they make a misstep.
Tania Zargari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104
I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family or work issues.
Hello! My name is Tania Zargari, LCSW. In my practice, I like to offer a safe, warm, and judgement-free environment for my clients to feel comfortable to open up and be vulnerable. In the first few sessions of treatment, I like to identify the presenting issues and goals for therapy to make therapy organized and beneficial for my clients. My areas of expertise include Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Relationship issues, Borderline Personality Disorder, life transitions and etc. In treatment, I like to use Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, and Solution Focused therapy. I hope to make this a transformative and life-changing experience for you!
I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family or work issues.
Hello! My name is Tania Zargari, LCSW. In my practice, I like to offer a safe, warm, and judgement-free environment for my clients to feel comfortable to open up and be vulnerable. In the first few sessions of treatment, I like to identify the presenting issues and goals for therapy to make therapy organized and beneficial for my clients. My areas of expertise include Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Relationship issues, Borderline Personality Disorder, life transitions and etc. In treatment, I like to use Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, and Solution Focused therapy. I hope to make this a transformative and life-changing experience for you!
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.