Anxiety Therapists in Sawtelle, Los Angeles, CA
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Alyson DiRocco
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I specialize in treating bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, and
anxiety
.
Connecting with the right therapist can be challenging. As a clinician, I strive to empower clients to make meaningful changes, while also helping them hold self-compassion in the process. I ground my work in evidence-based therapies, and use an in-depth case conceptualization to understand how problems are getting in the way of the life my clients want to lead.
Teyhou Smyth
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My work is focused on developing emotional intelligence and resilience, strengthening professional and personal identity, avoiding performance
anxiety
and fatigue, coping with high expectations, stress management, avoiding corporate burnout, understanding one’s own gender and cultural identity, depression &
anxiety
, life transitions and relationship issues.
I place a high value on personal development and wellness allowing for the achievement of one’s full potential and focuses on areas of stress management, corporate burnout and achieving better work/life balance for high functioning professionals who lead busy lifestyles and want to live a more fulfilling life. I enjoy working with the LGBTQIA population and have a familiarity with LGBT specific issues gained from my clinical experience at the LGBT Center for many years.
Sue Brekka
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Is your kid struggling with
anxiety
or a low mood? Are you going through a major life change that you see coming out in your kid's behavior? I work with kids and their parents to help them learn growth-supporting ways to handle life's emotional ups and downs.
Do you feel like you are stuck in a pattern of behaviors and thoughts that aren't working for you? Are you using food, alcohol, drugs, sex, hoarding, or other compulsive behaviors to avoid negative feelings? Do you fall into a pit of despair or hopelessness that you are afraid others may not understand? Do you have trouble making or keeping friendships, relationships, jobs? I will work with you to figure out how you developed certain coping mechanisms, and help you to release self-blame and perfectionism.
Julie Michaelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Patients who come to seek treatment from me are often looking for help with depression,
anxiety
, self esteem and relationship struggles that have been either life long or situational. I work with patients who are interested in the safety and trust of a therapy relationship that offers in-depth exploration of emotional and relational issues, gaining insight into the underlying causes of symptoms and patterns, developing a better relationship to self and others, ultimately establishing greater satisfaction and peace in going through the world.
Brett Marroquin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Finding the right therapist can be overwhelming. You may have been in emotional pain for a while, feeling dragged down by fear,
anxiety
, hurt, or shame. Or it’s come on all of a sudden, and you feel like you just can’t get back on solid ground. Whether you are seeking help for
anxiety
, relationship issues, or other emotional challenges, or a couple seeking help during a difficult time in your relationship, I'm here to help. I use the latest scientifically-supported and evidence-based treatments, all in the context of a caring therapist-client relationship, to help you live the life you want. I see both individuals and couples.
Alexa Aversano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about the treatment of trauma, addiction,
anxiety
, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, and offer LGBTQ+ affirmative, culturally sensitive therapy to adults, adolescents, and families.
I am an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist who values authenticity, balance, and connection. My therapeutic approach is warm, compassionate, and sensible while providing a safe, inclusive, client-centered, and collaborative environment for clients to explore, grow, and communicate. I support clients in exploring their behavior, thoughts, and emotions, in an effort to live a life that honors their core values and most authentic, genuine selves. I believe there is no "one size fits all” approach to therapy and meeting clients where they are at in their process.
Abagail Waight
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MS
Verified
Verified
I work with teens and adolescents with kids who are are struggling with a variety of mental health issues while trying to find themselves in this complex world. Many of my teen/adolescent clients struggle with issues of
anxiety
, depression, trauma, ODD, OCD, school
anxiety
, experimenting with pot and alcohol use, conflict with their families, self esteem issues, social
anxiety
, anger management and sexual identity issues. We talk about what's going on in their lives and I help them with DBT and CBT techniques to manage triggers so they don't act on these intense emotions to create an even more difficult situation or crisis.
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Euna Oh For Individual And Couple Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have experience dealing with a range of concerns including depression,
anxiety
, interpersonal skills, relationship concerns, personality issues, multiculturalism, sexual orientation, trauma, and cultural adjustment.
We all have emotional needs to feel understood, accepted, and validated by others. But, seeking support may be more challenging to some of us because of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds, language differences, religious reasons, or other minority status. I went through similar challenges and I have a great passion toward working with people who feel isolated, misunderstood, and disenfranchised . My heart especially goes out to immigrants, racial and ethnic minorities, and international students, although I enjoy working with anyone who has the courage to seek help.
Not accepting new clients
Grace Choi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treating Depressive disorders,
Anxiety
disorders, Post Traumatic Stress disorders, Relationship/Marital issues, Grief & Loss, and Stress Management.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist in private practice. In the clamor of everyday life and stresses, I offer a supportive environment to reflect and contemplate, to explore and resolve life's demands and challenges. I offer a place to attend to old wounds, traumas, and disappointments, and a place to rebuild and restore. A place to examine relationships of all kinds, and a place to strengthen and repair them. A place to heal from grief and loss. And a safe haven to explore and affirm identity, self worth, diversity, and sexual orientation.
Rebecca Stein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have extensive training in
anxiety
, pain management, work burnout, ADHD, and relational grief/loss.
Do you find yourself completely avoiding or “numbing out” because things seem so overwhelming? Do you find yourself so “revved up” to do things, to only later find yourself completely burned out? Do you feel like you can’t enjoy life because there is a constant pressure to do things and “do them right?” I help YOU manage these heavy feelings, learn coping strategies, and begin discovering “what’s right with you.” I have empowered many clients at UCLA Medicine, The Pain Psychology Center, and The Relational Center feel in order to truly heal. I am a Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP).
Antonia Hickey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I work with adults with depression,
anxiety
, bipolar dx, trauma hx, and adjustment issues.
I believe that therapy is an individual, unique, and empowered process for each client that allows them to recognize their inner strengths and workings. Each client has their own answers that they are searching for and struggles they are trying to overcome in their daily life. During the process of therapy, I strive to help clients develop an increased sense of autonomy and purpose in order to create movement toward these answers. In succession, I help clients develop healthy ways of coping with stressors, as life is inevitably filled with difficulties and obstacles.
Liana Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
When we are exposed to trauma at an early age, it can seriously impact how we feel about ourselves and our relationships with others. Trauma can also profoundly affect whether we feel this is a safe world and can contribute to depression,
anxiety
, and relational/familial issues. My practice is from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective with a non-judgmental framework. I aim to understand clients’ internal responses and to provide more options for emotional regulation and problem-solving.
Anna Solomon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have found EMDR to be an especially powerful therapy, effective in healing PTSD/trauma, and helpful in addressing
anxiety
, depression, addictions, phobias, present or future
fears
, and distressing life experiences.
My passion is in helping my clients see themselves as innately whole, healthy, and resilient. I work in partnership with my clients to identify their goals and together we collaborate to work toward these goals. I am an EMDR certified therapist and I provide IFS-informed EMDR therapy in addition to other talk therapy modalities.
Waitlist for new clients
Wesley Du
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Imagine finally having a voice in this world and being free from shame, anger, depression and
anxiety
.
Therapy can be Fun, Exciting, and Inspiring (With hopefully some bits of humor if possible. I get back to everyone within 12 hours.) You're hesitant since it's your first time in therapy; perhaps you have given up hope. You feel empty, hopeless, and depressed. Every day is a struggle due to
anxiety
, depression, and low self-esteem. Maybe you have past family trauma that hasn't been resolved. Maybe there are cultural confines that have made you feel shackled, lost, and voiceless. I help people who are dealing with depression and
anxiety
have a new experience by exploring other possibilities to cope.
Waitlist for new clients
Elda Mandi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with adults and elderly individuals that experience
anxiety
, grief, career burnout, relationship and intergenerational conflicts.
My clients tell me that I am an active listener, observant, non-judgmental and a trustworthy therapist. My approaches reflect warmth, acceptance and empathy. I can help you find your strengths and use them to challenge negative beliefs that trigger
anxiety
, frustration, negative self-views and lack of motivation. My goal is to help you discover your potential and live life to the fullest. If you are looking for someone that sets the therapy agenda with you, you most probably have found a match.
Andrew Harrison Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about helping clients address the challenges they face with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and mindfulness practices.
Anxiety
, depression, past traumas, lack of community acceptance, and difficult environmental and situational factors may’ve brought you to a place of feeling unwell or stuck. Time-tested therapy techniques may be just what you need to address these difficulties and move forward. I have worked with a diverse assortment of clients who've faced a variety of concerns, including career difficulties, LGBT-related matters, abuse, grief, severe persistent mental illness, and relationship issues.
Angela L. Mull
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Through a mindfulness and psychodynamic approach I connect with clients who suffer and need support with
anxiety
, depression,and those who have recently experienced and survived a traumatic encounter.
Life does not come with an instruction manual. I believe that sometimes we just need a safe place where we can share and be heard until we're able to assemble our thoughts and put the pieces together. I provide a client centered environment, offering empathy, a non-judgmental, reassuring hopeful atmosphere. I work together with my clients to support and establish their goals so that they will ultimately discover and develop their inner strengths.
Waitlist for new clients
Elizabeth Weinberger, PhD, MPH
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is challenging enough without being hampered by painful or unpleasant thoughts, feelings or memories. I have been in private practice since 1990, helping people overcome the emotional obstacles that prevent them from living full and satisfying lives. These obstacles include: low self-esteem, difficulty relating to others, relationship problems, unresolved grief, immobilizing
anxiety
, unresolved issues from childhood, maladaptive ways of coping with stress etc.. I see adults only and do not do couple's therapy. When contacting me, please briefly state what you need help with, and, your insurance, if planning to use it.
Sterling Walker
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Throughout our lives, we all have experienced feelings of depression,
anxiety
, and anger. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of
anxiety
and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
Spectrum Psych | Los Angeles
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
We help children, adolescents, and adults improve their ability to regulate their emotions, target
anxiety
and depression, increase flexibility, bolster executive functioning, improve friendships and social relationships, and build independent living skills. Treatment is always individualized to target specific goals based on unique needs. We also offer individualized parent management training to teach parents strategies to improve their child's ability to follow directions and decrease challenging behaviors using positive behavioral supports and appropriate consequences. Additionally, we offer comprehensive diagnostic evaluations!
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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.