Anxiety Therapists in South, Pasadena, CA

Do you feel anxious due to your work, family issues, low self-esteem, and relationship issues? I can especially help those with anxiety / panic attacks. I make it a priority to help clients with buried feelings who have trouble speaking on their emotions. Communicating emotionally is extremely important to promote well-rounded and mature adults. I will help you enhance your self-awareness around unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and build skills necessary to handle life more effectively and develop actionable steps to reach your goals.

Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. Maybe you're feeling anxious about a current situation, tired of being your own biggest critic, unmotivated to get things done, or maybe you are not quite sure what you're feeling, but you just feel off. Whatever is bringing you here today, know that I am committed to walking alongside you on your path towards healing. My goal is to support you in working through any obstacles that you are facing, from past and present circumstances, so that you can move onward in your life and into a joyful, empowered, and peaceful future.

When we think of art, we typically think of paintings, films, and music. But what about living life? Ancient Greek philosophers believed that living life is an art. They also thought that, with practice, we can learn to be better artists. I believe that to live well, to navigate the challenges and struggles of life in a way that is authentic to who we are and who we want to be, would be nothing short of creating a masterpiece. Just like there is no one right way to create art, there is no one right way to live life. I believe therapy is a collaborative process that aims to create art through the life we live.

I specialize in treating adolescents and adults with trauma, anxiety , depression, life transitions and addiction. I enjoy providing support to the LGBTQI+ community and practice an open-minded sex-positive approach to individuals and couples as they explore their sexuality. I understand the importance of working to establish a trusting relationship within the therapeutic process to promote openness and change. I work to empower individuals to embrace struggle and overcome future challenges.

Are you concerned about a child or adolescent that is struggling? Are they shutting down and sad? Worried or mad? Are they having trouble functioning at school or with friends? How about at home and with their family? Has something in their life changed? Maybe they need a little more support at this particular time... Therapy can help. I work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families.

I don't know what brings you, but I know that it can take a lot of courage to reach out for support. Therapy is a powerful statement to yourself that you, your relationship and your family matters. I have experience working with client's from diverse backgrounds and life stages. I am drawn to work with those looking to dismantle the effects of challenges that may stir depression, anxiety and PTSD symptoms, for example: abuse and neglect, addiction (of self or loved one), cancer diagnosis and treatment, intergenerational family patterns, shame, single incidence and complex trauma, and systems of oppression.

We all feel lost from time to time, but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been through my own therapy as a young adult when I was stuck in a bout of anxiety and panic attacks due to childhood trauma. Throughout my years of working with traumatized individuals, I learned first-hand about how childhood trauma can have a strong impact on adulthood. I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.

Has trauma, anxiety , or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.

We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety . My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.

Building Stronger Communities through Self Improvement. Culturally sensitive approach to improve positive thinking, and behaviors to reduce stress and anxiety . Strengthen self image and worth by reshaping how we think and how we view perceived challenges in our lives.

The first step to healing is the step you are taking now. Searching for the ‘right’ therapist can feel daunting. I believe the right match is so important to building the trust needed to have a successful therapeutic experience. I have been in practice since 2005 helping adults, adolescents and families.

Trauma, anxiety , and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.

Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety , depression, guilt, or low self-esteem? Do you find yourself avoiding social engagements or so preoccupied with excessive worrying? Finding ways to navigate these difficult feelings can help you get back on track. I use a psychodynamic approach and CBT that focuses on uncovering patterns of behavior and ways of relating to ourselves and others that are often outside of our awareness. I also consider how our past impacts who we are today. Through acceptance and empathy, we will establish a trusting therapeutic relationship and work together toward your personal growth and self-discovery.

Whether you need support through a challenging life transition, you hope to address recent and/or past trauma, or you'd like to understand yourself better, I will bring an engaged, empathic, non-judgmental attitude to our work together. I work with a trauma informed lens, and draw from various theories and approaches including but not limited to Psychodynamic, Attachment, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. I'm LGBTQIA+ and social justice allied, and have experience with & enjoy working with folks with different backgrounds from my own.

Synchronicity: what C.G. Jung understood as meaningful chance. Finding a therapist involves courage, commitment, and intention...and then synchronicity brings you to just the right therapist who can soulfully, heartfully accompany you as you find your way and discover purpose, joy, and meaning! I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years working with individuals, couples, and families from a range of cultural backgrounds, as well as with depression, anxiety , grief, loss, and work/life challenges/transitions. I am a seasoned therapist serving individuals' inner process, creative talents, and higher calling.

My area of focus is women, families and children who experience anxiety , depression, grief and loss, addiction, sexual abuse, chronic pain and disability and PTSD. I use Narrative Therapy where we will work together deconstructing a problematic story collected through the events of your life. Narrative Therapy will help re-author your story and practice externalization. Externalization which separates you from the problem, creates endless capabilities and empowerment for change.

My name is Nicole and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Florida and California. My goal as a therapist is to help you learn and figure out who you are through education and through building insight. I specialize in working with young and middle-aged adults struggling with identity, addiction, interpersonal relationships, personality disorders, attachment issues, depression and anxiety . I truly believe that each and every one of us has the strength to overcome any issue; sometimes we just need a little help.

I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety , and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.

Therapy is about finding the right fit with someone you trust. I recognize the importance of beginning where you are at through collaboration, empathy, and guided self-examination. If you are feeling stuck in your life or healing from old wounds, I will help you develop new coping skills, healthy boundaries, and turn insight into action. The most courageous moments provide the greatest growth. Collectively, we can add more tools to your toolbox. Through introspection, depth work, and a strong working relationship, I will listen to each important detail of your life story and build upon your strengths and abilities.

Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety , depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.