Anxiety Therapists in Solana Beach, CA
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Janice Graham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
You can find relief and discover more joy working collaboratively in a supportive and interactive approach. If you are looking for a therapist with extensive experience working with couples and individuals dealing with
anxiety
depression and stress reach out. If you’re struggling with relationships issues you can learn to communicate more effectively and assess what issues are creating the problems or blocks. I also enjoy working with families and helping them process old patterns and creating healthy new ones. My approach is based on a a combination of positive psychology and mindfulness for lasting change.
Not accepting new clients
Paula Comm
Counselor, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Paula and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I have extensive experience in management, executive coaching, addictions, co-dependency, family systems, organizational development,
anxiety
disorders and mood disorders. In order for change to occur, I believe its important to build a trusting relationship that offers support, empathy and validation for past experiences and feelings.
Farah Samarrai
Counselor, LPCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in diagnoses such as
anxiety
, depression, bipolar, and OCD.
I enjoy working with clients and couples who find themselves at a crossroads between keeping things the way they have been or doing the work in therapy to process, learn, and grow. If you find yourself struggling with transition, new responsibilities, inner self doubt, uncertainty about the future, communication and relationship skills, or obsessive and intrusive thoughts, I'd love to work with you! My main objective is always to help clients reach their personal goals by using a combination of empathizing, challenging, and providing psychoeducational tools that can be used between sessions.
Vanessa Sanchez-Argiropoulos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Sometimes reflecting on the choices made in your life can bring up inner
fears
resulting in difficulties with changing the way you are. It can lead to pulling away from others or even sacrificing your needs. Sometimes these unhelpful beliefs can be overwhelming, leading to indecisiveness, lack of motivation, or disappointment in yourself. You may start to feel guilt, shame, and even hopelessness. Sometimes it's because you never learned to be kind to yourself or that your needs do matter, resulting in taking care of everyone else's needs while ignoring your own.
Connie Glenn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Using an intuitive, strengths-based approach, I guide my clients on their journey of healing and thriving as they manage stress,
anxiety
, trauma, and/or addictions. I work with adults and children to help calm their nervous systems, turn down distress and
anxiety
, release the pain and trauma from past experiences, and let go of behaviors they no longer wish to engage in. As a certified EMDR therapist I can help individuals recover from traumatic experiences or relationships, whether recent or from the past, and find the tools to live their best lives today.
Not accepting new clients
Tina Xiong Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I believe the therapeutic relationship is a collaboration in which individuals are the experts in their lives, and therapy is a tool to support the transformation they are hoping for. My areas of expertise are working with young adults and adults struggling with trauma,
anxiety
, relationship, self-esteem, addiction, and depressive symptoms. My practice of style is creating a safe and empathic space for individuals to explore their life's problems, transitions, dynamics, and barriers. My goal is to help individuals feel more connected to themselves and create awareness of living their best lives.
PsyNamic Counseling and Psychological Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Working with me, I’ll help you come up with a roadmap to reduce the debilitating stress and
anxiety
that has been negatively impacting your life for far too long.
Hi I'm Troy, I'm President and Lead Clinician of PsyNamic Counseling Services and a Private Practice owner since 2014. I have been a leader in mental health industry as well as the community, and have helped people from all walks of life improve their situations and increase their overall sense of wellbeing. I really love helping people identify purpose and create a clear and simple way to reach their goals, for the betterment of themselves and those around them.
Jonathan R Stein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
School curriculum doesn't teach us how to be happy or to cope with life's stressors. Often times people turn to unhealthy coping skills, or fall into the same old pattern. One of the bravest things you can do is to admit you don't have all the answers, and ask for help. You don't have to settle for a mundane life filled with
anxiety
, frustration, and sadness. When you could be growing and thriving. If you are reading this than chances are you or a loved one are ready to make a change.
Not accepting new clients
Katrina Sesline
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you or your loved one navigating a serious medical illness? Are you looking for support navigating the many stressors of treatment, grief, or loss? Managing a serious illness or losing a loved one can bring about feelings of fear,
anxiety
, depression, grief, and trauma.
Emily Leon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have experience helping clients with
Anxiety
, Depression, Trauma, ADHD, Anger Management, Loss and Grief, Self-Esteem, Relational Difficulties, Family Conflict, and Parenting Challenges.
Anxious? Angry? Sad? Easily triggered? Discover and build your tools needed to deal with daily and post-trauma stressors. Become more resilient when confronted with life's difficulties. Reduce or eliminate distorted thoughts or harmful behaviors that interfere with you being your true and authentic self. Therapy along with treatment models Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Child Parent Psychotherapy can help you find more meaning in your relationships, become more productive with your work, create a space for self-care, and find enjoyment in your life with those you love.
Waitlist for new clients
Linda S. Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LPCC, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with depression,
anxiety
, addiction and/or low self-esteem? Do you long to be in a healthy, committed relationship but don't know how? With 20+ years' experience, I offer inspired, compassionate counseling for women, men, and children that will assist you with identifying and overcoming barriers to your well-being. I use an integrative approach tailored to your specific goals. For individuals, I offer expertise in healing the issues of adult children of alcoholics, adult children of narcissistic parents, abuse, depression,
anxiety
, addiction, codependency, and coping with mental illness in a family member.
Not accepting new clients
Caroline Ewan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with a wide range of topics such as stress management, couples issues,
anxiety
and depression.
Life moves fast and sometime we can’t keep up. Sometimes we don’t feel like we can talk to others for fear of judgment. Do you feel overwhelmed? Do you withdraw and shut down when you are struggling? Do you have thoughts come at you a mile a minute? Do those same thoughts take off into uncharted territory? It’s not uncommon, and you don’t have to feel that way forever. You might not have the tools to sort out or process these emotions. Maybe you know some skills, and are unsure how to or when to use them. These are just a few reasons why people seek therapy and I provide a supportive, non-judgmental and encouraging environment.
Not accepting new clients
Duaa Kheirieh
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Hi there, I'm Dr. Duaa. In a world of so much uncertainty, I want to guide you in finding the best direction for you. My goal is to provide individual treatment plans tailored to your needs. I have specialized in various therapy modalities including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Psychodynamic work. With over 5 years of experience, I am passionate in using evidence-based techniques to help with building healthy relationships, managing everyday stressors, and dealing with cycles of
anxiety
and depression.
Sylvia Camfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Over the years I have provided and continue to provide care for people suffering from depression,
anxiety
, trauma, relationship discord, PTSD and insomnia.
Welcome to my profile. I am a LCSW and have been providing Mental Health counseling for nearly 24 years. My years of experience include working at a birthing and trauma hospital as well as the Veterans Health Administration. I am here to help You be as healthy as you can be. I offer client centered treatment to help you enhance your quality of life.
Not accepting new clients
Jaqueline Kiefer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am especially helpful working with clients struggling with life transitions, depression,
anxiety
, and relationship problems.
I work collaboratively with clients to help you identify and pursue your goals, improve the quality of your relationships, and achieve a greater sense of life satisfaction. I provide a safe and supportive atmosphere to discuss whatever you wish. My style is interactive, and I offer guidance and direction, and use humor when appropriate. My approach often focuses on how past experiences affect the choices we make and who we are in our current life. We will work together to understand your strengths, limitations and any obstacles that prevent you from being fully satisfied in your life.
Ed Lowery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in two areas: (1) Reducing
anxiety
and depression in adults and children; (2) Reducing problem behaviors in children and teens. I have received advanced training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and use this training with many of my patients to gain a more in-depth understanding of issues that have lingered in a painful manner for many years.
Camille Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
I have both personal and professional experience with but not limited to
Anxiety
and
Panic
Disorders, Grief/Loss and Chronic Pain.
Hello, My name is Camille Carter and I have been supporting and guiding others as a Clinician for 21 years. Seeking therapy is the best gift you can give to yourself and to those around you. Together we create goals, develop ways to better manage day to day life, relationships and stressors. Therapy is a journey towards healing, growing and creating a life with more peace, joy and contentment.
Melissa Brody
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I'm passionate about helping trauma survivors, adolescents and young adults struggling with their identity, depression,
anxiety
, self-esteem, and life transitions. I help those who want to feel more secure in their identity, learn coping skills, and develop healthier more fulfilling relationships with others. Utilizing a collaborative approach, we will explore how to discover a life worth living by identifying your values and understanding how the brain impacts thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Through mindfulness and other evidence based strategies, I teach how to develop self-compassion and tolerate difficult emotions.
Adena Hassan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hi! I'm Adena. I focus on
anxiety
and related disorders, shame, and family conflict including refining parenting skills. About treating
anxiety
: Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or constantly worrying? Can't seem to stay happy with all the stress in your life getting in the way? I'm here to help. I'm here to get your life back on track and feeling more fulfilled than ever before. I address
anxiety
and other related disorders, like OCD and specific phobias, getting right at the root of the problem and helping you tackle the barriers they put in your way.
Not accepting new clients
Jennifer Ochoa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience with working with youth and young adults managing depression,
anxiety
, and various life stressors.
Hi, I am Jennifer. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and do not know where to start? Well, you are looking in the right place.
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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.