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Rupa Puri Zimmermann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I treat anxiety, depression, and trauma.
When people enter a time in their life or a situation where they may feel down, worried, overwhelmed, or without many options, I believe therapy can shed light on new paths. Using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help people gain a sense of control by teaching them effective ways to communicate, regulate their emotions, and improve interpersonal relationships to bring about needed change. I work collaboratively with my clients and their families so they can improve their quality of life and thrive.
I treat anxiety, depression, and trauma.
When people enter a time in their life or a situation where they may feel down, worried, overwhelmed, or without many options, I believe therapy can shed light on new paths. Using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help people gain a sense of control by teaching them effective ways to communicate, regulate their emotions, and improve interpersonal relationships to bring about needed change. I work collaboratively with my clients and their families so they can improve their quality of life and thrive.
(925) 961-5340 View (925) 961-5340
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Dr. Simrin Dhillon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Some of my specialties include working with relationship and interpersonal concerns, feelings of anxiety and depression, self-doubt and insecurity, assertiveness training, parenting concerns, women’s issues, and life transitions.
Modern day life increasingly necessitates managing multiple roles and stressors, but it also has numerous ways to distract and numb ourselves. It’s easy to become disconnected from our relationships and ourselves, and lose sight of our values and goals. Engaging in therapy provides a unique opportunity to slow down, examine our emotional and behavioral patterns that may no longer be effective, and make more conscious choices about how to live. Clients often share how they feel truly heard and understood in our sessions, finding comfort in the personalized attention and feedback offered.
Some of my specialties include working with relationship and interpersonal concerns, feelings of anxiety and depression, self-doubt and insecurity, assertiveness training, parenting concerns, women’s issues, and life transitions.
Modern day life increasingly necessitates managing multiple roles and stressors, but it also has numerous ways to distract and numb ourselves. It’s easy to become disconnected from our relationships and ourselves, and lose sight of our values and goals. Engaging in therapy provides a unique opportunity to slow down, examine our emotional and behavioral patterns that may no longer be effective, and make more conscious choices about how to live. Clients often share how they feel truly heard and understood in our sessions, finding comfort in the personalized attention and feedback offered.
(510) 216-1573 View (510) 216-1573
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Remarkable Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
We have seen common trends with the families we have worked with and we use this information to help parents find solutions quickly to help their children and teens cope with change, depression, anxiety, and various addictions.
At some point, we all struggle to adjust to change and fail to respond to life’s challenges with our best effort. It’s normal to feel stuck. We at Remarkable Services (RS) believe people inherently have what it takes within themselves to adjust, change and heal. No matter if it’s a challenging work situation, a parenting struggle, a tough year of high school or college, we all know what it feels like to struggle. Parents and their children are not immune, in that over the course of the first 18 years of life there are bound to be countless transitions, developments, change and of course, points of contention. RS is here to help!
We have seen common trends with the families we have worked with and we use this information to help parents find solutions quickly to help their children and teens cope with change, depression, anxiety, and various addictions.
At some point, we all struggle to adjust to change and fail to respond to life’s challenges with our best effort. It’s normal to feel stuck. We at Remarkable Services (RS) believe people inherently have what it takes within themselves to adjust, change and heal. No matter if it’s a challenging work situation, a parenting struggle, a tough year of high school or college, we all know what it feels like to struggle. Parents and their children are not immune, in that over the course of the first 18 years of life there are bound to be countless transitions, developments, change and of course, points of contention. RS is here to help!
(925) 436-1725 View (925) 436-1725
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Vince Paul Brim
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, CMC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Embarking on the journey of psychological treatment is a very personal decision, and can cause its own anxiety.
Are you finding yourself caught in self defeating patterns? Are you anxious or depressed and don't know why? Maybe you are hard on yourself in ways you aren't to others. Or, do you find yourself overly critical of others? Do you wish you were happier, more at peace? We all try and want to live at our best, but many of us find ourselves pulled back into old patterns before we recognize our actions. We cope in many different ways or develop symptoms that are often self destructive. Why do we do this?
Embarking on the journey of psychological treatment is a very personal decision, and can cause its own anxiety.
Are you finding yourself caught in self defeating patterns? Are you anxious or depressed and don't know why? Maybe you are hard on yourself in ways you aren't to others. Or, do you find yourself overly critical of others? Do you wish you were happier, more at peace? We all try and want to live at our best, but many of us find ourselves pulled back into old patterns before we recognize our actions. We cope in many different ways or develop symptoms that are often self destructive. Why do we do this?
(925) 528-0299 View (925) 528-0299
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Wendy Reiser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Where do you start? If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, self esteem or communication challenges, reach out for a 20 minute consultation at no charge to see if I would be a good fit.
Navigating life challenges can be overwhelming at times. Loss, too little nuturing, and unresolved wounds can leave us feeling depressed, anxious and searching for answers. Therapy can help us make sense of these and bring us back to our authentic self. By providing a nuturing and collaborative environment we can create change together!
Where do you start? If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, self esteem or communication challenges, reach out for a 20 minute consultation at no charge to see if I would be a good fit.
Navigating life challenges can be overwhelming at times. Loss, too little nuturing, and unresolved wounds can leave us feeling depressed, anxious and searching for answers. Therapy can help us make sense of these and bring us back to our authentic self. By providing a nuturing and collaborative environment we can create change together!
(925) 885-6790 View (925) 885-6790
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Natalie Guerra-Crowe
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596  (Online Only)
I primarily work with teens, young adults & adults to treat anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, overall self-esteem, and much more.
Therapy can be a helpful and beautiful transforming tool. My primary goal is to create a space for you to feel safe to share whatever you need in our sessions. You are the expert in your story, and together, we will work hard to find solutions and peace. I specialize in working with teens and young adults but have clients of all ages. I also specialize in body repetitive disorders like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), ADHD, OCD, and anxiety. Seeing all clients residing in CA via telehealth only.
I primarily work with teens, young adults & adults to treat anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, overall self-esteem, and much more.
Therapy can be a helpful and beautiful transforming tool. My primary goal is to create a space for you to feel safe to share whatever you need in our sessions. You are the expert in your story, and together, we will work hard to find solutions and peace. I specialize in working with teens and young adults but have clients of all ages. I also specialize in body repetitive disorders like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), ADHD, OCD, and anxiety. Seeing all clients residing in CA via telehealth only.
(805) 600-3902 View (805) 600-3902
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Rochelle Trejo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, divorce, woman's issues (pms, menopause, etc.
My approach to therapy begins with the understanding of each person's unique story. With understanding your goals, I will collaborate with you to create the life you want while providing support, insight, encouragment, and the tools you need to get started. I strive to provide an atmosphere where you feel safe to come as your most authentic self in order to address life's challenges.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, divorce, woman's issues (pms, menopause, etc.
My approach to therapy begins with the understanding of each person's unique story. With understanding your goals, I will collaborate with you to create the life you want while providing support, insight, encouragment, and the tools you need to get started. I strive to provide an atmosphere where you feel safe to come as your most authentic self in order to address life's challenges.
(925) 968-4921 View (925) 968-4921
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Amanda Kuzio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
You take on the feelings of others and are often overwhelmed by what’s going on around you. You may be fed up with constantly wondering if you’re doing enough or feeling like you have to make everyone around you happy all the time. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure, you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to stop the old stories of anxiety and worry and step into a lighter way of being. You’re ready to go beyond talk therapy and integrate more spirituality and energy into your healing. Most of all, you’re ready to live a life attuned to your true self.
You take on the feelings of others and are often overwhelmed by what’s going on around you. You may be fed up with constantly wondering if you’re doing enough or feeling like you have to make everyone around you happy all the time. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure, you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to stop the old stories of anxiety and worry and step into a lighter way of being. You’re ready to go beyond talk therapy and integrate more spirituality and energy into your healing. Most of all, you’re ready to live a life attuned to your true self.
(925) 633-6198 View (925) 633-6198
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Diana Cheryl Methfessel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I can help you with a variety of issues such as anxiety; depression/grief; addiction/ substance abuse exploration; family support with the addiction process.
Do you work from home, home school your children, care for a homebound relative or are just too busy traveling to work to schedule therapy appointments across town? Are you someone who works late evenings or works a “night shift” schedule and cannot see a therapist under the normal operative hours that most therapists offer? My private practice offers a solution to your dilemma. I only provide secure video therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. I provide services to adults, couples, and families based in California only.
I can help you with a variety of issues such as anxiety; depression/grief; addiction/ substance abuse exploration; family support with the addiction process.
Do you work from home, home school your children, care for a homebound relative or are just too busy traveling to work to schedule therapy appointments across town? Are you someone who works late evenings or works a “night shift” schedule and cannot see a therapist under the normal operative hours that most therapists offer? My private practice offers a solution to your dilemma. I only provide secure video therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. I provide services to adults, couples, and families based in California only.
(415) 234-7791 View (415) 234-7791
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Jamie Edwards
MS, LEP
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Welcome! Is your child, teen, or young adult struggling with emotional issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, mood disorder, ADHD/executive dysfunction, neurodiversity, etc.) and/or school/educational issues (e.g. learning differences, poor academic performance, behavior issues, school avoidance, etc.)? I specialize in providing counseling, neurotherapy/neurofeedback (also known as "brain training"), and evaluations to youth experiencing learning, social or emotional difficulties. I partner with families in developing goals so your child can succeed and develop a positive self-concept.
Welcome! Is your child, teen, or young adult struggling with emotional issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, mood disorder, ADHD/executive dysfunction, neurodiversity, etc.) and/or school/educational issues (e.g. learning differences, poor academic performance, behavior issues, school avoidance, etc.)? I specialize in providing counseling, neurotherapy/neurofeedback (also known as "brain training"), and evaluations to youth experiencing learning, social or emotional difficulties. I partner with families in developing goals so your child can succeed and develop a positive self-concept.
(925) 291-5293 View (925) 291-5293
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Anita Bardsley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596  (Online Only)
I offer an in-depth, multidisciplinary approach to therapy which is rooted in the relational and psychodynamic traditions, focusing on the dynamics of relationships (both with yourself and others) and how unconscious thoughts, behaviors, and emotions can create symptoms such as depression, anxiety and low self-esteem.
Being human is complex and messy, filled with unexpected and challenging twists and turns. Such twists and turns can sometimes contribute to feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, sadness, depression, or other intense emotion. As a clinician, I am dedicated to helping you navigate the intricate landscape of your inner world to help relieve you of these intense emotions. Embracing the full spectrum of our human experience—including the messy and uncomfortable parts—is essential for true growth and healing.
I offer an in-depth, multidisciplinary approach to therapy which is rooted in the relational and psychodynamic traditions, focusing on the dynamics of relationships (both with yourself and others) and how unconscious thoughts, behaviors, and emotions can create symptoms such as depression, anxiety and low self-esteem.
Being human is complex and messy, filled with unexpected and challenging twists and turns. Such twists and turns can sometimes contribute to feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, sadness, depression, or other intense emotion. As a clinician, I am dedicated to helping you navigate the intricate landscape of your inner world to help relieve you of these intense emotions. Embracing the full spectrum of our human experience—including the messy and uncomfortable parts—is essential for true growth and healing.
(925) 526-7528 View (925) 526-7528
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Eric Anders
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
My approach to therapy is consistently client-centered and always focused on empathy and creating lasting change. As a psychoanalyst, I work in an in-depth way that tries to take seriously what might be happening outside of awareness. The people I work with range from those suffering from anxiety, depression, and trauma to those who come in simply for relationship issues or greater self-understanding and growth. As a student/teacher of relational psychoanalysis and attachment theory, I have extensive experience working with people who struggle to maintain lasting and healthy love relationships.
My approach to therapy is consistently client-centered and always focused on empathy and creating lasting change. As a psychoanalyst, I work in an in-depth way that tries to take seriously what might be happening outside of awareness. The people I work with range from those suffering from anxiety, depression, and trauma to those who come in simply for relationship issues or greater self-understanding and growth. As a student/teacher of relational psychoanalysis and attachment theory, I have extensive experience working with people who struggle to maintain lasting and healthy love relationships.
(925) 236-0501 View (925) 236-0501
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Leslie Hemedes
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I also have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, and reproductive-related mood disorders.
Welcome. Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed? Do you have trouble expressing your needs? Do you put a lot of pressure on yourself, and feel anxious about not meeting your expectations? Do you feel uncertain about how to manage feelings of distress? I am a psychologist that can help guide you toward relief. I aim to help individuals understand their concerns, strengths, and help them identify the tools necessary to manage distress, push through challenges, and understand how to become the best version of themselves.
I also have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, and reproductive-related mood disorders.
Welcome. Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed? Do you have trouble expressing your needs? Do you put a lot of pressure on yourself, and feel anxious about not meeting your expectations? Do you feel uncertain about how to manage feelings of distress? I am a psychologist that can help guide you toward relief. I aim to help individuals understand their concerns, strengths, and help them identify the tools necessary to manage distress, push through challenges, and understand how to become the best version of themselves.
(925) 807-7184 View (925) 807-7184
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Katie Sharpe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Somatic
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Be gentle, you are doing the best you can. If you could snap your fingers and stop the anxious thoughts and worries you would, right? I understand the fear of being trapped in your negative experiences and how helpless that can feel without loving support. The truth is life is as challenging as it is remarkable and respecting how trauma, stress, neglect, or illness are showing up in your body and experience is paramount to healing. Trauma can show up as patterns of protection that keep us stuck in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, hopelessness, and fear. And keep us from enjoying secure and loving relationships with others.
Be gentle, you are doing the best you can. If you could snap your fingers and stop the anxious thoughts and worries you would, right? I understand the fear of being trapped in your negative experiences and how helpless that can feel without loving support. The truth is life is as challenging as it is remarkable and respecting how trauma, stress, neglect, or illness are showing up in your body and experience is paramount to healing. Trauma can show up as patterns of protection that keep us stuck in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, hopelessness, and fear. And keep us from enjoying secure and loving relationships with others.
(925) 239-4926 View (925) 239-4926
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Lacy Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Couples/Relationship Counseling. LGBTQ, Poly, & Kink friendly. Clients that like my style seek therapy mostly for anxiety or depression that comes from the feeling that life lacks purpose, feels stuck, or stale; especially during times of heartache, misunderstanding, break-ups, or even death. Many useful moments, crucial moments, can arise at the end of something - unresolved past hurts, spiritual dilemmas, a sudden urgency and passion for figuring out "why we're here" - understanding them and integrating them is what I offer. Closing the old stuff up well means new, exciting beginnings are possible...often in the same relationship!
Couples/Relationship Counseling. LGBTQ, Poly, & Kink friendly. Clients that like my style seek therapy mostly for anxiety or depression that comes from the feeling that life lacks purpose, feels stuck, or stale; especially during times of heartache, misunderstanding, break-ups, or even death. Many useful moments, crucial moments, can arise at the end of something - unresolved past hurts, spiritual dilemmas, a sudden urgency and passion for figuring out "why we're here" - understanding them and integrating them is what I offer. Closing the old stuff up well means new, exciting beginnings are possible...often in the same relationship!
(510) 379-7124 View (510) 379-7124
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Kristina Holloway
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Whether you're grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship issues, together we'll identify and clarify your wants, needs, and goals, then determine any barriers to your goals and the necessary steps to overcome them.
We all experience challenges in life. At times, these can seem beyond our ability to handle. I would like to offer you my support. I welcome individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and orientations into the therapeutic journey.
Whether you're grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship issues, together we'll identify and clarify your wants, needs, and goals, then determine any barriers to your goals and the necessary steps to overcome them.
We all experience challenges in life. At times, these can seem beyond our ability to handle. I would like to offer you my support. I welcome individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and orientations into the therapeutic journey.
(925) 492-7266 View (925) 492-7266
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Misha Henning
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic and gestalt modalities, guided imagery, mindfulness, art therapy and works with grief, depression, anxiety, loss, shame, self-esteem issues, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, stress management, emotional dysregulation, self-empowerment, abandonment issues, and relationship struggles.
Working with diverse population I have fostered a therapeutic relationship with my clients with the lens of Client Centered approach through empathic listening, and providing a compassionate safe space to process the unresolved trauma, which became the essential predictor of their success. I believe in empowering my clients to discover their strengths through mirroring unconditional positive regard, allowing clients to explore their vulnerability to understand themselves better.
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic and gestalt modalities, guided imagery, mindfulness, art therapy and works with grief, depression, anxiety, loss, shame, self-esteem issues, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, stress management, emotional dysregulation, self-empowerment, abandonment issues, and relationship struggles.
Working with diverse population I have fostered a therapeutic relationship with my clients with the lens of Client Centered approach through empathic listening, and providing a compassionate safe space to process the unresolved trauma, which became the essential predictor of their success. I believe in empowering my clients to discover their strengths through mirroring unconditional positive regard, allowing clients to explore their vulnerability to understand themselves better.
(925) 709-5275 View (925) 709-5275
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Elizabeth M Domingos-Shepard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596  (Online Only)
My specialty is addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues/adult attachment issues and trauma.
Welcome! Therapy can be a safe place to explore your fears and worries, and also a place where you can learn new coping strategies, while finding hope and healing. Many of us have wounds from the past and often, new traumas can trigger those wounds to re-emerge. However, living the life you deserve is possible. I believe in the power of the human spirit and that it moves us towards healing. In therapy, you can find your way back to our path or create a new one. I see clients only via teletherapy.
My specialty is addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues/adult attachment issues and trauma.
Welcome! Therapy can be a safe place to explore your fears and worries, and also a place where you can learn new coping strategies, while finding hope and healing. Many of us have wounds from the past and often, new traumas can trigger those wounds to re-emerge. However, living the life you deserve is possible. I believe in the power of the human spirit and that it moves us towards healing. In therapy, you can find your way back to our path or create a new one. I see clients only via teletherapy.
(714) 710-1821 View (714) 710-1821
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Danielle Nicole Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
When we get started, you can learn the coping skills you need to feel better, set healthy boundaries and communicate positively with the people you love, reduce anxiety and depression, heal from trauma, and find relief and empowerment.
Therapy can help you optimize your life. The clients I work with begin therapy when they notice they are overwhelmed, overworked, worried about the future, and living with the pain of the past. It is exhausting carrying the weight of a less than ideal childhood, dealing with anxiety and depression, feeling unsure of yourself, and trying to create a life that feels right. It’s easy to feel lost and stuck. Therapy is an excellent way to get a handle on life and learn how to prioritize yourself in a world that teaches you to put yourself last, but doesn’t pick you up when you’ve given everything you have to give.
When we get started, you can learn the coping skills you need to feel better, set healthy boundaries and communicate positively with the people you love, reduce anxiety and depression, heal from trauma, and find relief and empowerment.
Therapy can help you optimize your life. The clients I work with begin therapy when they notice they are overwhelmed, overworked, worried about the future, and living with the pain of the past. It is exhausting carrying the weight of a less than ideal childhood, dealing with anxiety and depression, feeling unsure of yourself, and trying to create a life that feels right. It’s easy to feel lost and stuck. Therapy is an excellent way to get a handle on life and learn how to prioritize yourself in a world that teaches you to put yourself last, but doesn’t pick you up when you’ve given everything you have to give.
(916) 884-2762 View (916) 884-2762
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Natasa Nordman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
For over 15 years I have worked with families, adults, & youth treating survivors of intergenerational trauma, anxiety, depression & stress.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, traumas that are single incident events such as car accidents, surgeries or that have occurred throughout ones childhood where they are experiencing physical or emotional symptoms now as a result. I love working with individuals who are looking on ways to feel supported to increase their own self worth in all areas of their life. My style is relational and collaborative and I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I can help support in creating change around what works best for you - I pride myself on meeting patients where they are comfortable.
For over 15 years I have worked with families, adults, & youth treating survivors of intergenerational trauma, anxiety, depression & stress.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, traumas that are single incident events such as car accidents, surgeries or that have occurred throughout ones childhood where they are experiencing physical or emotional symptoms now as a result. I love working with individuals who are looking on ways to feel supported to increase their own self worth in all areas of their life. My style is relational and collaborative and I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I can help support in creating change around what works best for you - I pride myself on meeting patients where they are comfortable.
(925) 854-4473 View (925) 854-4473
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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.