Therapists in 33138
Ailyn Payan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33138
Bilingual Psychologist Accepting New Clients. Coping with anxiety, depression, and stress can feel overwhelming, causing you to feel stuck in your day-to-day activities and hindering your pursuit of personal and career objectives. I help individuals of all ages, from children to adults, identify triggers and implement practical approaches to overcome obstacles, fostering increased joy in their daily lives. Additionally, I guide parents in managing their children's emotional well-being and behavioral issues. FREE 15-minute phone consultation. In-person & Telehealth therapy is available.
Bilingual Psychologist Accepting New Clients. Coping with anxiety, depression, and stress can feel overwhelming, causing you to feel stuck in your day-to-day activities and hindering your pursuit of personal and career objectives. I help individuals of all ages, from children to adults, identify triggers and implement practical approaches to overcome obstacles, fostering increased joy in their daily lives. Additionally, I guide parents in managing their children's emotional well-being and behavioral issues. FREE 15-minute phone consultation. In-person & Telehealth therapy is available.
Richard Taborga
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33138
I am an experienced doctor of psychology and licensed psychotherapist, who specializes in treating individuals across the life span, couples, and families experiencing a wide-range of difficulties. My passionate, friendly and patient approach is aimed at developing a therapeutic relationship with my clients that will inspire hope, help them recognize their strengths and develop the insight and skills to navigate life's challenges. With an understanding and appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual, I recognize that no single approach is right for everyone and strive to integrate various therapeutic orientations and interventions in understanding and helping clients.
I am an experienced doctor of psychology and licensed psychotherapist, who specializes in treating individuals across the life span, couples, and families experiencing a wide-range of difficulties. My passionate, friendly and patient approach is aimed at developing a therapeutic relationship with my clients that will inspire hope, help them recognize their strengths and develop the insight and skills to navigate life's challenges. With an understanding and appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual, I recognize that no single approach is right for everyone and strive to integrate various therapeutic orientations and interventions in understanding and helping clients.
Isabel Gonzalez
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami Shores, FL 33138
Dr. Isabel Gonzalez is a bilingual (English-Spanish) pediatric neuropsychologist, licensed as a clinical psychologist, mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology and Child Psychology from Albizu University in Miami, Florida. Dr. Gonzalez completed her internship and a two-year fellowship in Bilingual Pediatric Neuropsychology at Children’s Hospital Colorado, ranked as one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the U.S. Dr. Gonzalez’s clinical experience has been based on internationally recognized hospitals in the United States.
Dr. Isabel Gonzalez is a bilingual (English-Spanish) pediatric neuropsychologist, licensed as a clinical psychologist, mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology and Child Psychology from Albizu University in Miami, Florida. Dr. Gonzalez completed her internship and a two-year fellowship in Bilingual Pediatric Neuropsychology at Children’s Hospital Colorado, ranked as one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the U.S. Dr. Gonzalez’s clinical experience has been based on internationally recognized hospitals in the United States.
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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.