Anxiety Therapists in Culver City, CA
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Ken Seman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, SAP
Verified
Verified
Many of my clients suffer from
anxiety
, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse and relationship conflicts.
It is my experience after practicing over 24 years that it is not so much what you think that is important rather it is how you feel. We are motivated by our feelings. A thought is usually not sufficient to initiate lasting change unless it is connected to a feeling. Psychotherapy is usually sought when the individual is in crisis and feels overwhelmed. When an individual is overwhelmed it is like being overloaded with more hurt then can be lived with. The therapist is a catalyst to help the individual integrate their feelings and thoughts and to live in the present.
Not accepting new clients
Louise Kerr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you wearing out those who care about you? Are you tired of "going it alone?" I'm here to help. I've spent years helping people work through difficult issues, improve relationships and feel better about themselves. My specialties include stress, grief,
anxiety
, depression, trauma, problem anger, chronic pain.
Samantha Lin Lewis
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I specialize in trauma recovery, relationship issues,
anxiety
, and depression.
My approach is grounded in the belief that each person has the innate capacity to heal, grow, and access inner resources to change. My role as your therapist is to create a safe space for your healing and change to unfold, and to help you address barriers that prevent you from living life fully. I have witnessed that when we experience growth and healing, we are able to engage in life more authentically, experiencing more joy and less suffering.
Grace E. Hazeltine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I help adults, adolescents, and couples deal with
anxiety
, loss, conflicted relationships, troubled self-esteem, identity confusion, emotional dysregulation, trauma, tendency to self-harm, and disordered eating.
I think therapeutic relationships work best when there is a foundation of emotional safety and a balance of active engagement and moments to rest and take in. As a therapist I find that so often our earliest relationships teach us what we can or cannot seek help for, what is okay or not okay to feel, and how we can or cannot depend on others. These experiences leave an invisible imprint on our lives that can play out indirectly, leaving their origins obscured. One of the ways insight is helpful is that it makes us aware of this imprint, allowing us to have agency in moments where we might otherwise behave in old, unhelpful ways.
Brandy Dunn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy,
anxiety
, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Peak Brain Institute
PhD
Peak Brain is an evidence-based peak performance center and gym for the brain (ages 4+). We do neurofeedback or biofeedback on brainwaves, which is exercise for the brain that can create new long-lasting resources for better focus, sleep, productivity, response to stress, creativity, word-finding, mood, and less
anxiety
, impulsivity, rumination, migraine headaches, seizures, as well as recovery from alcohol abuse, traumatic stress, concussions, etc. We offer remote services which can be done in the comfort of your home, or can begin in person in Los Angeles, Costa Mesa, St. Louis, and New York City. Shift happens - get yours!
Anne Rakoff Kressel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in
anxiety
, depression, and family/relationship issues.
You may be seeking therapy for many reasons, and it can be overwhelming to begin the process of therapy. As your therapist, I will engage you in becoming comfortable with exploring your inner self. My work with you is aimed at increasing your awareness of processes that lead to suffering and ultimately increasing your enjoyment and satisfaction in life. We will explore what is working for you and where you get stuck, how you relate to others and yourself, and your coping mechanisms, which all affect how you're feeling on a daily basis. Learning to understand and flow with your emotions will probably be a focus in our work together.
Susan Kaufman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
In addition to providing parenting support, I work with individuals encountering a variety of life challenges such as
anxiety
, relational issues, work stress, loneliness and depression. I also work with couples looking to repair ruptures, rekindle connection, improve communication and/or work on parenting issues. I have a background in meditation and mindfulness. It informs my practice and I often use it as modality to assist clients whether working with
anxiety
or parenting or other relational issues.
Not accepting new clients
ReNina Dee Minter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you a helping professional on the verge of burnout? Are you a woman seeking to live beyond stress,
anxiety
, depression, or past trauma? Are you a young adult struggling emotionally? Do not continue to suffer.
FULL--- NOT Accepting new Clients/Patients --- California residents- Video/Telehealth only --------------------------------------------ReNina Minter is a psychotherapist who specializes in helping clients end the cycle of unwanted behavior patterns. She works collaboratively with clients who are ready to increase self awareness, reduce symptoms, and manage emotions. She provides a safe space to process emotions and learn the tools to grow.
Angel Kahane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with a variety of presenting issues, including but not limited to: depression,
anxiety
, life transitions/adjustments, sexual orientation, chronic illness, trauma/abuse, early childhood disorders, creative artist challenges, and relationships.
I provide my clients with a safe and professional environment in which to explore areas of concern, difficulty, and strength. It is my belief that there are times in life when we feel stuck, or are experiencing suffering, and need support in order to move through and/or change patterns that are no longer of use. Sometimes it is necessary to access guidance from a professional outside of the current situation in order to assist in gaining perspective. Through this collaboration, it is possible to gain insight and awareness that allows one to move forward with awareness and options.
Margaret N Woodward
Psychologist, PsyD, RN, CNS
Verified
Verified
I work with clients mainly using a cognitive behavioral perspective but I also do interpersonal therapy and E.M.D.R. I help my clients work towards the goal of resolving their problems and improving their lives in a meaningful way. Many of my clients suffer from depression and
anxiety
. I enjoy working with clients needing to cope with grief, loss, and life transitions. I help them to regain their stability and reach a more optimum state of mental health.
Janis Rosenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
During the pandemic, I am offering tele therapy sessions for new clients to deal with juggling family and work. I have helped many professionals with negotiation skills and difficult bosses. In 30 years as a psychologist, I've actively helped individuals and couples learn tools to create confidence, change negative thinking, and create healthy relationships. My areas of expertise include
anxiety
, depression, couples communication and work issues. I practice EMDR which accelerates your ability to get unstuck from negative beliefs, phobias, and traumatic memories.
Scott L Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Clients bring a variety of issues such as depression,
anxiety
, grief, work/career stress, profound discontentment (existential angst), and relationship difficulties.
Psychologically speaking, why do we do what we do? Where are we coming from . . . what are we moving toward . . . and how are we proceeding? Do our impulses, our actions or reactions, our habits, our thoughts, judgments, interpretations, or even our intentions support or lead to what we imagine to be our "happiness?"
I work with individuals, couples, and families in short- and long-term psychotherapy. Some clients prefer brief "solution-focused" therapy to help them with specific short-term issues, while others want to work more deeply toward longer-lasting growth and transformation.
Adriana Eversole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I treat a broad range of disorders including
anxiety
, depression, bipolar, behavioral concerns, and others.
In times of struggle or uncertainty, having the support and trust in someone you can talk to is an invaluable experience. In my practice, I aim to help clients identify and break free from their limiting beliefs and unhealthy patterns so they can live an authentic and fulfilling life. My experience as a licensed psychotherapist has led me to understand the value of mutual trust and a collaborative, client-centered approach. I provide a compassionate and empathetic atmosphere where we will work together to form a unique treatment plan to address your specific goals in coming to therapy.
Louisa Lombard
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LCPC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Are you a Highly Sensitive woman noticing that overwhelm is impacting you? You may be experiencing
anxiety
, big life changes, or navigating the heaviness of grief. Maybe you are longing to build more friendships and community in your life. Or you’re feeling alone and like you are failing in your roles at work or as a mother. As sensitive women, we tend take on the weight of the world and feel it so deeply. It can leave you utterly exhausted. You long for another way that feels more sustainable, yet caring and looking out for others is a huge part of who you are. You didn’t expect life to feel this way and you are ready for change.
Madeline Elia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide a warm, collaborative space for clients to uncover and re-frame unhelpful beliefs, develop skills to cope with
anxiety
and depression, and set helpful boundaries with those around them.
Hi! I’m Madeline. I specialize in helping adults make meaning out of challenges and loss, navigate transitions, and deepen their relationships with others. Most of us encounter some form of trauma or loss in our lives, whether it be the death of a loved one or the shift in a role or relationship. These challenges can impact our mood, our sense of self, and our relationship with the world around us.
Katie A. Copeland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Many of my clients have suffered from loss, trauma,
anxiety
, depression, relationship and work-related distress or are going through major life transitions.
We all have untapped resilience. As a therapist my goal is to help unblock the powerful resources that lie within you so you can live a happier, healthier life. Growth is possible for any human being at any stage of life. We are all life-long learners and therapy can be a great resource to build insight and develop coping skills that allow you to overcome the challenges you are currently facing, as well as future life stressors that may come your way. I take an active stance in therapy to work collaboratively with my clients, using modern and integrative interventions. A bit of humor helps too.
Marlene V Jaffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Engaging in psychotherapy is a positive step toward realizing a satisfying life. Through a safe, trusting, confidential relationship with an experienced therapist, the process helps you find relief and feel better. Psychotherapy can provide relief from ongoing, unwelcome feelings such as: sadness, loneliness,
anxiety
, depression, confusion, fear or anger. Whoever you are, happiness, joy and ease are not elusive. Begin the practice of experiencing relationship to self and others from a place of curiosity, integration, regulation and clarity.
Steve LeSieur
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I work with adults, teens, relationships, and families in the following areas: trauma, communication, grief, sexuality,
anxiety
, creativity, depression, and career.
Online sessions only at this time. I see therapy a kind of "care-filled" container to hold and shape whatever process is needed to move towards the change you seek. Think of me as a compassionate and curious traveling companion for this leg of your journey. We all have natural drives to adapt, learn, and grow, but sometimes we get stuck and lose touch. I intend our therapy to be a safe AND brave space where we show up first, for YOU, so you can re-balance yourself in your relationships and in your life. Ask me about ketamine-assisted therapy (KAP).
Counseling Services, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, MFT, PsyD
2 Endorsed
2 Endorsed
We offer Individual, Child, Couple, and Family psychotherapy treatment for
anxiety
, depression, stress, trauma, as well as many other mental and emotional challenges.
At LA Peace of Mind Counseling Services, we guide people to light and empower themselves to heal. We help people who seek trust and freedom to be expressive, address life challenges, and barriers that interfere with growth and achieving life's goals.
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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.