Anxiety Therapists in Thousand Oaks, CA

T Joshua Tan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self?
I am here to assist you. By utilizing CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative therapy, We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate the extreme emotions, restore broken relationships, and discover your other potentials. I will walk with you and help you soar again.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self?
I am here to assist you. By utilizing CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative therapy, We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate the extreme emotions, restore broken relationships, and discover your other potentials. I will walk with you and help you soar again.
(805) 243-1260 View (805) 243-1260
Yalda Hasara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I create a safe and calm environment for exploring ideas, questions, and feelings while bringing compassion, sensitivity, and expertise in a wide range of areas such as grief, depression, and anxiety.
Our journey begins with my understanding of your story, strengths, and expectations in a non-judgmental way. I use a variety of treatment modalities based on your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy interventions, mindfulness interventions, and strengths-based approaches.
I create a safe and calm environment for exploring ideas, questions, and feelings while bringing compassion, sensitivity, and expertise in a wide range of areas such as grief, depression, and anxiety.
Our journey begins with my understanding of your story, strengths, and expectations in a non-judgmental way. I use a variety of treatment modalities based on your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy interventions, mindfulness interventions, and strengths-based approaches.
(818) 938-2208 View (818) 938-2208
Margot H Parker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
I believe that effective therapy is a collaborative process between client and therapist and that my job is to hold the space for my clients to explore the fears and anxieties that impede their growth and sense of well being.
Human beings are social animals. We want to belong. Our brains are wired to connect with others. Social isolation, dissatisfying relationships, out-of-control emotions that drive others away create intense emotional suffering. I help clients grapple with how their problems interfere with their ability to connect with others.
I believe that effective therapy is a collaborative process between client and therapist and that my job is to hold the space for my clients to explore the fears and anxieties that impede their growth and sense of well being.
Human beings are social animals. We want to belong. Our brains are wired to connect with others. Social isolation, dissatisfying relationships, out-of-control emotions that drive others away create intense emotional suffering. I help clients grapple with how their problems interfere with their ability to connect with others.
(805) 335-8293 View (805) 335-8293
Maria Teresa Caliva
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Life can feel overwhelming at times—whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply navigating the challenges of daily life.
I work with adults and have extensive experience supporting individuals and families through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. I also have a passion for working with neurodivergent clients, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply navigating the challenges of daily life.
I work with adults and have extensive experience supporting individuals and families through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. I also have a passion for working with neurodivergent clients, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
(805) 600-8736 View (805) 600-8736
Shanna Willner
Counselor, MA, LPCC, SEP, PMP
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
I work with pts/d and trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and attachment interruption.
I am trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing (I'm a SEP), Breathwork, Meditation, and Project Management. I work with anxiety, PTS/D, chronic pain, medical trauma, abuse, and illness including insomnia, migraine, and body system issues. I also focus on life transition, transformation, habit change, and aspirational goals.
I work with pts/d and trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and attachment interruption.
I am trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing (I'm a SEP), Breathwork, Meditation, and Project Management. I work with anxiety, PTS/D, chronic pain, medical trauma, abuse, and illness including insomnia, migraine, and body system issues. I also focus on life transition, transformation, habit change, and aspirational goals.
(424) 206-6738 View (424) 206-6738
Dr. Jennifer Gamarra
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Jenn Gamarra, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with teens and adults who are struggling with mood, anxiety, stress, and trauma-related issues.
In our first sessions, I will gather information to get a clear, tailored treatment plan. In therapy sessions, I utilize evidence-based treatments to help you manage and overcome your challenges, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness practices, and skills from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Jenn Gamarra, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with teens and adults who are struggling with mood, anxiety, stress, and trauma-related issues.
In our first sessions, I will gather information to get a clear, tailored treatment plan. In therapy sessions, I utilize evidence-based treatments to help you manage and overcome your challenges, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness practices, and skills from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
(805) 303-2611 View (805) 303-2611
Kandice Marshall-Cunanan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I specialize in working with individuals affected by trauma, depression, anxiety, and spectrum-related challenges, integrating methods like EMDR, Brainspotting, and T-CBT to support tailored treatment plans that address each client's unique needs.
I typically work with children, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma, are on the autism spectrum, or face ongoing challenges with anxiety and depression. Many of my clients struggle with complex trauma, often rooted in early experiences, and may feel stuck due to overwhelming emotions or patterns they find difficult to change.
I specialize in working with individuals affected by trauma, depression, anxiety, and spectrum-related challenges, integrating methods like EMDR, Brainspotting, and T-CBT to support tailored treatment plans that address each client's unique needs.
I typically work with children, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma, are on the autism spectrum, or face ongoing challenges with anxiety and depression. Many of my clients struggle with complex trauma, often rooted in early experiences, and may feel stuck due to overwhelming emotions or patterns they find difficult to change.
(510) 513-0947 View (510) 513-0947
Aimee Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
You may feel overwhelmed, powerless, hopeless, depressed or anxious or experience panic attacks.
I believe in the connection between the body, mind, spirit and emotions, Using traditional talk therapy (CBT) and somatic tools like EMDR and mindfulness, I can help you to release the past, reclaim your natural resilience, joy, vitality and confidence, and potentially improve your physical health. It takes courage to take reach out and seek support.
You may feel overwhelmed, powerless, hopeless, depressed or anxious or experience panic attacks.
I believe in the connection between the body, mind, spirit and emotions, Using traditional talk therapy (CBT) and somatic tools like EMDR and mindfulness, I can help you to release the past, reclaim your natural resilience, joy, vitality and confidence, and potentially improve your physical health. It takes courage to take reach out and seek support.
(805) 926-6457 View (805) 926-6457
Shelly Marie Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I believe that life challenges, such as relationship issues, communication problems, anxiety, and depression can be managed and overcome.
I offer cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and family systems approach to my clients. With CBT, I work with individuals to identify and explore core beliefs about self, others and the world, including thoughts, feelings, and behaviors for the purpose of change and growth. With family systems, I counsel the family as a unit.
I believe that life challenges, such as relationship issues, communication problems, anxiety, and depression can be managed and overcome.
I offer cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and family systems approach to my clients. With CBT, I work with individuals to identify and explore core beliefs about self, others and the world, including thoughts, feelings, and behaviors for the purpose of change and growth. With family systems, I counsel the family as a unit.
(480) 896-5200 View (480) 896-5200
Alison Forster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in helping adults who struggle with anxiety that feels persistent, exhausting, and hard to control.
In our work together, we go beyond just managing symptoms. We look at what's driving the anxiety underneath-so you can feel calmer, more grounded, and more confident in how you show up in your life and relationships. If you're tired of feeling this way, and ready for a shift, I'd be glad to connect.
I specialize in helping adults who struggle with anxiety that feels persistent, exhausting, and hard to control.
In our work together, we go beyond just managing symptoms. We look at what's driving the anxiety underneath-so you can feel calmer, more grounded, and more confident in how you show up in your life and relationships. If you're tired of feeling this way, and ready for a shift, I'd be glad to connect.
(805) 920-8738 View (805) 920-8738
Creative Family Therapy Inc, BrainSpot Certified
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, BSP
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Release anxiety, depression, stress, and traumas through Neurologically based healing techniques, that quickly restore you to explore your potential.
Experienced with combining Cognitive Behavioral, Psychosocial, Developmental, Meditation, Art, Guided Imagery, Somatic, Dream, Solution Focused, SpiritualPrayer, and BrainSpotting... Release creative solutions for healing... bring joy, love, and purpose into your life...
Release anxiety, depression, stress, and traumas through Neurologically based healing techniques, that quickly restore you to explore your potential.
Experienced with combining Cognitive Behavioral, Psychosocial, Developmental, Meditation, Art, Guided Imagery, Somatic, Dream, Solution Focused, SpiritualPrayer, and BrainSpotting... Release creative solutions for healing... bring joy, love, and purpose into your life...
(805) 301-5227 View (805) 301-5227
Kaili Farhat
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
I work with children, teens, and adults as they navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
My approach is integrative and collaborative, blending evidence-based practices with genuine human connection. I am trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore emotions, build on strengths, and grow at their own pace.
I work with children, teens, and adults as they navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
My approach is integrative and collaborative, blending evidence-based practices with genuine human connection. I am trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore emotions, build on strengths, and grow at their own pace.
(820) 800-1831 View (820) 800-1831
Shushan Khachatryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I provide treatment & symptom relief for Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Trauma, OCD, Addiction, Anger, Grief, Infertility, Chronic Illness, Unemployment, & other life challenges that are holding you back from living the life you deserve.
I provide a caring, safe & professional environment for my patients where everything is kept confidential.
I provide treatment & symptom relief for Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Trauma, OCD, Addiction, Anger, Grief, Infertility, Chronic Illness, Unemployment, & other life challenges that are holding you back from living the life you deserve.
I provide a caring, safe & professional environment for my patients where everything is kept confidential.
(818) 926-3030 View (818) 926-3030
Arsineh Takhmasian
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
I specialize in helping clients manage depression, anxiety, and self-doubt while guiding them toward greater self-awareness and empowerment.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Walden University. I use evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and personalized coping strategies. My goal is to help clients explore emotions, confront fears, and build skills that promote lasting emotional wellness and balance.
I specialize in helping clients manage depression, anxiety, and self-doubt while guiding them toward greater self-awareness and empowerment.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Walden University. I use evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and personalized coping strategies. My goal is to help clients explore emotions, confront fears, and build skills that promote lasting emotional wellness and balance.
(820) 348-2294 View (820) 348-2294
Edna Wosoughian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
I work with adults, teens, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, adoption, and major life transitions.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I draw from Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic, Attachment Theory, Family Systems Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients gain insight, build coping tools, and move toward meaningful change.
I work with adults, teens, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, adoption, and major life transitions.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I draw from Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic, Attachment Theory, Family Systems Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients gain insight, build coping tools, and move toward meaningful change.
(805) 978-4468 View (805) 978-4468
Roshon Vercher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself?
I’m an integrative practitioner with over ten years of experience that utilizes a variety of approaches to help and support my clients to develop insights and cope with issues related to their lives.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself?
I’m an integrative practitioner with over ten years of experience that utilizes a variety of approaches to help and support my clients to develop insights and cope with issues related to their lives.
(209) 225-9487 View (209) 225-9487
Counseling Conejo Valley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for healing, addressing issues like postpartum mood disorders, adverse childhood experiences, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship dynamics.
I specialize in trauma treatment using Brainspotting, an innovative approach that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. My family systems perspective helps illuminate how past experiences shape your current relationships, empowering you to create healthier connections.
I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for healing, addressing issues like postpartum mood disorders, adverse childhood experiences, depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship dynamics.
I specialize in trauma treatment using Brainspotting, an innovative approach that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. My family systems perspective helps illuminate how past experiences shape your current relationships, empowering you to create healthier connections.
(805) 603-4872 View (805) 603-4872
Sydney Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
My background provides a foundation to help clients with issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem concerns, relationship issues, stress, and burnout, as well as other concerns.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I focus on creating a compassionate and supportive approach to all my work with clients. By emphasizing empathy as the core of my practice, I help create a therapeutic alliance that empowers clients to gain insight, develop coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change.
My background provides a foundation to help clients with issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem concerns, relationship issues, stress, and burnout, as well as other concerns.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I focus on creating a compassionate and supportive approach to all my work with clients. By emphasizing empathy as the core of my practice, I help create a therapeutic alliance that empowers clients to gain insight, develop coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change.
(213) 526-1352 View (213) 526-1352
Kaidi Liu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
15 Endorsed
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
If you're anxious or struggle with unresolved traumatic or adverse experiences, or have a hard time with relationships, you've found the right page.
I am passionate about helping adults and teens with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and relationship difficulties through an integrated approach in therapy, incorporating attachment-based therapy and structured, standard-procedure Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
If you're anxious or struggle with unresolved traumatic or adverse experiences, or have a hard time with relationships, you've found the right page.
I am passionate about helping adults and teens with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and relationship difficulties through an integrated approach in therapy, incorporating attachment-based therapy and structured, standard-procedure Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
(805) 301-1829 View (805) 301-1829
Alison Forster
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I specialize in helping individuals who might be experiencing significant levels of anxiety, depression, unresolved past traumas, or relationship challenges that leave them feeling overwhelmed.
As a dedicated therapist, my passion is helping my clients learn effective coping skills to reduce symptoms and feel better quickly. I utilize Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MB-CBT) which is an approach that combines traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques with mindfulness practices.
I specialize in helping individuals who might be experiencing significant levels of anxiety, depression, unresolved past traumas, or relationship challenges that leave them feeling overwhelmed.
As a dedicated therapist, my passion is helping my clients learn effective coping skills to reduce symptoms and feel better quickly. I utilize Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MB-CBT) which is an approach that combines traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques with mindfulness practices.
(747) 236-6950 View (747) 236-6950

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Anxiety Therapists
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.

What are the most common types of treatment 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.

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.