Anxiety Therapists in Financial District, San Francisco, CA
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Dana Andrews
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling with
anxiety
and/or depression and looking for support? Are old wounds surfacing from the past and affecting your current relationships? Experiencing PTSD symptoms due to trauma and needing help? From a holistic perspective, I offer a warm and compassionate space for you to share you story, process any feelings arising, and further guide you to identify and heal the wounds inside yourself that are holding you back. Providing personalized tools and exercises for you to feel well-resourced both inside and outside of session, we can work together to create a healing experience that works best for you and your needs.

Nicholas Sosebee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I aim to focus each session based on what each person needs. If you are looking to work on stress,
anxiety
, depression, impulse control, learning new coping skills, emotion regulation, mindfulness, and many other goals; I am happy to be here to help you. I have experience working with people who have many different symptoms and diagnoses. Whether you want to reconnect with Earth, learn new coping skills, or work on past trauma, I'm here to help you do the work.

Greg Bodin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Anxiety
is something you’ve struggled with for a long time. While you seem to be functioning OK on the outside, inside you’re dealing with feelings of dread, catastrophic thoughts that you can’t seem to stop, and constantly feeling like you need to plan for what could go wrong. The good news is that therapy can help you struggle less with
anxiety
. You and I will work together to help you relate to
anxiety
more effectively and focus on building a full and vital life.

Heidi Landgraf Breakthrough Neurotherapy
Counselor, LPCC, RSMT, RYT
Verified
Verified
I work in tandem with psychotherapy and neurofeedback to recover your true resilience. I can work in either modality alone, however the two together have a synergistic effect, producing quicker results. Neurofeedback assists in restoring optimal brain health, while psychotherapy can help you become aware of your thinking patterns, and assist you in creating better emotional balance. You can feel awake and deeply connected to the world and others around you again. Whether you are struggling with depression,
anxiety
, ADD, PTSD or other traumas, I can help free you from old blockages and restore your original, true nature.

William Gardner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you feeling like things aren't working out the way you want them to? Do you find that
anxiety
or depression are stopping you from your goals? I am a Stanford educated clinical psychologist. I provide brief, solution-focused interventions combined with an interactive and positive style in order to decrease
anxiety
and fear, improve your mood, and help you to make your life more effective and enjoyable. Incorporating a variety of cognitive behavioral techniques, we will work together to overcome the issues and challenges getting in the way of you living your life and achieving your goals.

Evie Talmus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
Verified
Most of us want the same thing: to be happy. If you are on this website, you are most likely experiencing some discomfort - mental, physical, emotional - and have realized this truth — that sometimes it's hard to go it alone. You may be facing tenacious challenges like loneliness, illness, ADHD,
anxiety
, loss, low self-esteem, less-than-satisfying relationships, body/food conflicts, procrastination and parenting issues. If so, having someone who knows the terrain makes for a more successful outcome.

Kylie Swaleh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with clients who deal with
anxiety
, depression, grief, family conflict, high stress, life transitions, relationship issues, and perfectionism.
I specialize in empowering clients to work on increasing their insightfulness and targeting attainable goals for their desired outcomes for counseling. My therapeutic style is down-to-earth, interpersonal, and experimental. I enjoy providing a safe environment for my clients to discuss strategies to help cope with their emotional obstacles so they can be better prepared to find effective solutions to their unique challenges. I specialize in utilizing modern and evidence-based interventions with my clients to help achieve their desires of personal growth by exploring nourishing opportunities in their environment.

Lilac Kenner
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in helping you make peace with your body, raising your self esteem, and alleviating
anxiety
/depression.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem and body image issues? Do you feel insecure and anxious more often than not? If so, I have been there, and I can help. You are not alone. Book a free 15 min consultation with me today! Therapy is one way to start your journey towards contentment and joy in your everyday life.

Jennifer Hopes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My commitment to you involves helping you reduce and/or manage the
anxiety
, depression, burnout, and relational distress. We will shed the layers of self-doubt, fend off the overwhelming and burdensome negativity that drags you down, and restore positive life balance to you and the people that matter most to you.

Diana Naranjo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical health psychologist with advanced training at Harvard Medical School and UCSF offering evidence-based treatments to alleviate distress and increase quality of life across the lifespan. I work in collaboration with adults, adolescents, and children on issues ranging from
anxiety
, depression, eating disorders, and ADHD, to medical issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, combining elements from Solution Focused Therapy, Relaxation Therapy, and ACT depending on particular client needs. I want LGBTQ clients to know that I have an affirming practice: I will support couples, families, and transgender people with the dignity and respect they deserve.

Jhoana Sarabia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Jhoana Sarabia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. Whether a client is facing
anxiety
, depression, experiencing grief and loss, or has substance abuse issues, Jhoana offers a judgement free environment for people of all ages, genders, cultures, and social backgrounds to explore their concerns. She specializes in helping members of the Latinx community, and has extensive cultural and linguistic knowledge.
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Jane Skoyen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I’m Dr. Jane Skoyen, a licensed psychologist in California and New York. I specialize in the treatment of
anxiety
disorders, and assist with life transitions, stress reduction, and management of physical illness. I work with intelligent, proactive, and curious people who have found themselves stuck. Most of my clients are juggling many stressors of living in a competitive world and weathering the pandemic. They are looking for ways to reduce challenging symptoms, assert themselves, increase self-care practices, and find more joy in their lives.

Anica Leon-Weil
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I use a holistic and varied approach drawing from many modalities along with a backdrop of trauma focused, racial and social justice informed, compassionate, and self-determination based care. I have experience working with folks across the lifespan and have particular specialization and interest in regards to relational issues including polyamory/open relationships, as well as work stress, self esteem, boundary setting, life transitions, sexuality, substance use, trauma, depression,
anxiety
, & perinatal/postpartum.

Michelle Foy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English), Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has extensive experience working with children and adults of all ages in various settings. I have a unique background in physical therapy which influences my specialty in neurobiological and Cognitive Behavioral approaches. I teach practical skills to manage
anxiety
and
panic
in a brief number of sessions. I also understand how trauma shapes lives and living at our best requires challenging traumas we have experienced.

Ellen Suski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Ellen Suski, I go by Elly. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have been working in the mental health field for almost 9 years and providing therapy for about 5 years. I have experience working with individuals with depression,
anxiety
, and ADHD as well as concerns around interpersonal relationships and stress management (related to work, school, family, and friends). My approach to therapy includes allowing the client to guide the direction of each session. I choose this approach as I do not like my clients to feel forced to speak on a topic or area in their life that they aren’t comfortable with yet.

Efrén F. Hilera
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified
Verified
I am well-trained & have extensive experience with evidence-based treatments, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), exposure treatment for
anxiety
, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), motivational interviewing, MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy) & DBT (Dialectic-Behavioral Therapy).
I am an empowerment and transformational coach who works with individuals, couples, companies and organizations who are committed to living life in a powerful, meaningful and fulfilling way! I am passionate about working with and developing effective leaders, transforming work cultures, creating more engagement in teams, and helping individuals and organizations achieve their goals and dreams. If you feel inspired by what you read, please contact me so that we can explore if we should work together and discuss how I can bring value to your life and/or organization.

Nathan Villarante
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have a background in crisis counseling in a hospital setting as well as with working professionals in the community for several years, working with individuals experiencing
anxiety
, depression, substance use issues, chronic stress/burnout, relationship issues, and trauma.
Do you find yourself uncontrollably spiraling with your thoughts at the most inconvenient times? Does it feel like you are completely at the mercy of overwhelming emotions due to a difficult situation? There is an inherent amount of pain and difficulty that comes with life: a strained relationship, a stressful job, or the loss of a loved one for instance. Our work together will involve reducing the impact and influence these difficult experiences are holding over you while learning how to hold steady in the midst of an emotional storm.

Denise Vite
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in women's mental health, prenatal and postpartum depression and
anxiety
and relationship issues.
I believe that we all have a deep longing to feel heard and understood. Having the right therapist to guide you through the vulnerable process of sharing your story is an important step to finding the path to healing. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and centered on meeting your individual needs. Building a strong therapeutic alliance between therapist and client tends to facilitate greater change for a person. It is important to me to continually assess our fit and make sure I support you in a way that is helping you make positive changes in your life.

Melissa Spina-Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have experience supporting people with a variety of concerns including
anxiety
, depression, trauma, substance use, grief and loss, identity concerns, and relationship concerns.
I’m so glad you found my page! Although difficult at times, therapy is a rewarding journey. I am a client centered, strength-based therapist. I want to collaborate with you within your own value system and worldview. Together we will highlight your strengths and resources.

John Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I treat depression,
anxiety
, couple conflicts, motivation issues, and career issues. I hope to help you get from getting by to getting well, to get from mere coping to full on thriving.
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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.