Anxiety Therapists in Seattle, WA
I work with high functioning adults who are ready to get to the root of their struggles with anxiety and depression.
I apply attachment theory, the precepts of neuroscience, the tools of EMDR & third wave CBT to a psychotherapy that helps clients reduce the long-term impacts of adverse childhood events & trauma. We can efficiently reduce your reactivity to triggers and begin to change the habits or patterns of thought and behavior that are negatively impacting your life.
I work with high functioning adults who are ready to get to the root of their struggles with anxiety and depression.
I apply attachment theory, the precepts of neuroscience, the tools of EMDR & third wave CBT to a psychotherapy that helps clients reduce the long-term impacts of adverse childhood events & trauma. We can efficiently reduce your reactivity to triggers and begin to change the habits or patterns of thought and behavior that are negatively impacting your life.
I help teens and young adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety and depression and are tired of trying to figure things out on their own.
I specialize in helping teens and young adults manage anxiety and depression by teaching emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and how to challenge negative thought patterns. Together, we build practical skills so clients feel more grounded, in control, and able to navigate life with greater confidence and clarity.
I help teens and young adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety and depression and are tired of trying to figure things out on their own.
I specialize in helping teens and young adults manage anxiety and depression by teaching emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and how to challenge negative thought patterns. Together, we build practical skills so clients feel more grounded, in control, and able to navigate life with greater confidence and clarity.
I work with adolescents and adults around issues of identity development, life transition, interpersonal and complex trauma, developmental and behavioral challenges, learning disorders, and mood disorders (including anxiety and depression).
Note: I am currently able to accept clients for ketamine assisted therapy only. I am unable to accept new therapy clients and do not keep a waiting list.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist providing therapy in West Seattle. I believe that our work should be collaborative and will consider your strengths and preferences to tailor therapy to meet your needs. My style is informed by a relational orientation with the integration of evidenced-based strategies, including trauma-informed, feminist, internal family systems and mindfulness. By being adaptive, I can support you in making changes that can lead to a more satisfying life.
I work with adolescents and adults around issues of identity development, life transition, interpersonal and complex trauma, developmental and behavioral challenges, learning disorders, and mood disorders (including anxiety and depression).
Note: I am currently able to accept clients for ketamine assisted therapy only. I am unable to accept new therapy clients and do not keep a waiting list.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist providing therapy in West Seattle. I believe that our work should be collaborative and will consider your strengths and preferences to tailor therapy to meet your needs. My style is informed by a relational orientation with the integration of evidenced-based strategies, including trauma-informed, feminist, internal family systems and mindfulness. By being adaptive, I can support you in making changes that can lead to a more satisfying life.
Unfortunately, not all of us were raised in ways that makes it easy to make those connections, leaving us feeling distant, numb, anxious, confused, or frustrated.
I provide therapy that demystifies the process for my clients. Therapy isn’t about mind-reading or magic. It’s about uncovering your true self through radical honesty, learning and practicing life-skills that you can take into your everyday life, and making deep and lasting connections with the people in it.
Unfortunately, not all of us were raised in ways that makes it easy to make those connections, leaving us feeling distant, numb, anxious, confused, or frustrated.
I provide therapy that demystifies the process for my clients. Therapy isn’t about mind-reading or magic. It’s about uncovering your true self through radical honesty, learning and practicing life-skills that you can take into your everyday life, and making deep and lasting connections with the people in it.
Whatever your traumas, losses, and fears have been, there are ways to work through and let go of the past, enjoy the present, and create hope for the future.
Life is short. To have a better life we do well by not procrastinating any further! Let's bring our positive qualities forward, make better choices, and steadily eliminate dysfunctional beliefs. Let's change unhelpful patterns and behaviors. Research shows that positive change is possible, regardless of environmental factors, heredity, and trauma.
Whatever your traumas, losses, and fears have been, there are ways to work through and let go of the past, enjoy the present, and create hope for the future.
Life is short. To have a better life we do well by not procrastinating any further! Let's bring our positive qualities forward, make better choices, and steadily eliminate dysfunctional beliefs. Let's change unhelpful patterns and behaviors. Research shows that positive change is possible, regardless of environmental factors, heredity, and trauma.
I help individual clients who feel stuck or dissatisfied with some aspect of their life increase self-awareness and self-compassion and decrease unwanted symptoms such as anxiety, depression and negative thoughts
I am committed to providing each client with a safe, comfortable place where you can feel free to explore even the most challenging emotions and experiences. My sessions often include a healthy dose of both honesty and humor. I strive to stay open, curious and willing to learn. I believe in social, racial, economic and environmental justice.
I help individual clients who feel stuck or dissatisfied with some aspect of their life increase self-awareness and self-compassion and decrease unwanted symptoms such as anxiety, depression and negative thoughts
I am committed to providing each client with a safe, comfortable place where you can feel free to explore even the most challenging emotions and experiences. My sessions often include a healthy dose of both honesty and humor. I strive to stay open, curious and willing to learn. I believe in social, racial, economic and environmental justice.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in providing evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and trauma, relationship issues for adolescents and adults.
It is limited but I have openings at this point.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in providing evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and trauma, relationship issues for adolescents and adults.
It is limited but I have openings at this point.
I am passionate about accompanying clients in a process of self-exploration that supports them in facing what feels most challenging, whether that is related to sex/sexuality, intimacy/relationships, anxiety, trauma, stress, a life transition, or just generally feeling stuck.
I place a lot of emphasis on building a therapeutic relationship with clients that allows for genuine self-expression. Once we decide on the direction of our work, I will invite you into reflection and action, offering tools and resources along the way to assist you in practicing more supportive and sustainable ways of relating to self and others.
I am passionate about accompanying clients in a process of self-exploration that supports them in facing what feels most challenging, whether that is related to sex/sexuality, intimacy/relationships, anxiety, trauma, stress, a life transition, or just generally feeling stuck.
I place a lot of emphasis on building a therapeutic relationship with clients that allows for genuine self-expression. Once we decide on the direction of our work, I will invite you into reflection and action, offering tools and resources along the way to assist you in practicing more supportive and sustainable ways of relating to self and others.
Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or compulsive behaviors can feel overwhelming—like they’ve taken over and won’t let go.
I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, and related disorders (e.g. hair pulling, skin picking), providing scientific and evidence-based treatments that are considered gold standard such as CBT, ERP, and ACT. I believe in a collaborative, client-centered approach, where we work together to tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals.
Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or compulsive behaviors can feel overwhelming—like they’ve taken over and won’t let go.
I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, and related disorders (e.g. hair pulling, skin picking), providing scientific and evidence-based treatments that are considered gold standard such as CBT, ERP, and ACT. I believe in a collaborative, client-centered approach, where we work together to tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, especially when we’re navigating significant changes, evolving identities, or adapting to new environments and relationships. These transitions can feel isolating and overwhelming, causing us to lose touch with who we are. But in these moments, there is also potential for healing and growth. I specialize in supporting those facing such transitions, including third culture kids (TCKs), adult TCKs, military families, international adoptees, college students, immigrants, and individuals navigating cross-cultural experiences.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, especially when we’re navigating significant changes, evolving identities, or adapting to new environments and relationships. These transitions can feel isolating and overwhelming, causing us to lose touch with who we are. But in these moments, there is also potential for healing and growth. I specialize in supporting those facing such transitions, including third culture kids (TCKs), adult TCKs, military families, international adoptees, college students, immigrants, and individuals navigating cross-cultural experiences.
I support people in navigating anxieties, chronic health diagnoses, finding wellness, and deepening connection and joy. I support emerging professionals in building their career and in creating paths for their future. I have extensive experience working with individuals whose lives’ are impacted by drug dependency, use, and abuse of loved ones and working with people who have chronic or lifelong medical conditions such as HIV, Alzheimer’s or who are supporting others with such diagnoses.
I support people in navigating anxieties, chronic health diagnoses, finding wellness, and deepening connection and joy. I support emerging professionals in building their career and in creating paths for their future. I have extensive experience working with individuals whose lives’ are impacted by drug dependency, use, and abuse of loved ones and working with people who have chronic or lifelong medical conditions such as HIV, Alzheimer’s or who are supporting others with such diagnoses.
Anxiety often hides in plain sight.
Even the most talkative child may not have the words to accurately and effectively communicate his/her/their emotions, experiences and needs. This can make a child feel frustrated, sad and misunderstood. As a result, some children may express themselves through aggressive behavior, impulsivity and defiance. Other children might direct their feelings inward and withdraw from social activities, become fearful or experience hopelessness and loneliness. Both externalizing and internalizing behaviors may lead to trouble concentrating, academic difficulties, somatic concerns (stomach aches and headaches) or changes in sleeping or eating.
Anxiety often hides in plain sight.
Even the most talkative child may not have the words to accurately and effectively communicate his/her/their emotions, experiences and needs. This can make a child feel frustrated, sad and misunderstood. As a result, some children may express themselves through aggressive behavior, impulsivity and defiance. Other children might direct their feelings inward and withdraw from social activities, become fearful or experience hopelessness and loneliness. Both externalizing and internalizing behaviors may lead to trouble concentrating, academic difficulties, somatic concerns (stomach aches and headaches) or changes in sleeping or eating.
I'm an anxiety, relationship, and addiction specialist.
Have you been struggling with the same problems, thoughts, or feelings for weeks, months, or even years and can't seem to get them under control? Are your intimate, social, and work relationships being affected by reoccurring problems and thoughts? It's very frustrating when your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are not in line with your values and who you want to be. You know that if you could just learn to let go of the past and focus on the present, then your life and relationships will improve, but you just don't know how. Is there hope?
I'm an anxiety, relationship, and addiction specialist.
Have you been struggling with the same problems, thoughts, or feelings for weeks, months, or even years and can't seem to get them under control? Are your intimate, social, and work relationships being affected by reoccurring problems and thoughts? It's very frustrating when your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are not in line with your values and who you want to be. You know that if you could just learn to let go of the past and focus on the present, then your life and relationships will improve, but you just don't know how. Is there hope?
I help older teens and adults with ADHD, anxiety, and autism reduce overwhelm, build routines that actually stick, and feel more in control of daily life.
I offer structured, practical therapy focused on understanding how your brain works, reducing overwhelm, and building systems that support attention, decision-making, and follow-through. My approach is collaborative, focused, and goal-oriented rather than open-ended.
I help older teens and adults with ADHD, anxiety, and autism reduce overwhelm, build routines that actually stick, and feel more in control of daily life.
I offer structured, practical therapy focused on understanding how your brain works, reducing overwhelm, and building systems that support attention, decision-making, and follow-through. My approach is collaborative, focused, and goal-oriented rather than open-ended.
If you're an adult or teen in Washington state suffering from OCD, I would love to hear from you! I specialize in treating OCD, and I am especially skilled in treating “rumination as a compulsion”—mental compulsions that are not visible to anyone else. I offer Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), all of which are scientifically effective in treating OCD. I-CBT has been described as profound and a “game-changer.” This compassionate and effective psychotherapy has been changing lives in Canada and Europe for over 20 years.
If you're an adult or teen in Washington state suffering from OCD, I would love to hear from you! I specialize in treating OCD, and I am especially skilled in treating “rumination as a compulsion”—mental compulsions that are not visible to anyone else. I offer Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), all of which are scientifically effective in treating OCD. I-CBT has been described as profound and a “game-changer.” This compassionate and effective psychotherapy has been changing lives in Canada and Europe for over 20 years.
Accepting new clients now. Honoring what makes us human guides my approach to counseling. I am passionate about co-creating spaces for openness and authenticity to support my clients in learning and healing. I see counseling as a collaborative relationship which constantly evolves throughout our time together. Through moments of conversation, silence, humor, and playfulness, we will explore what fosters meaningful growth for you.
Accepting new clients now. Honoring what makes us human guides my approach to counseling. I am passionate about co-creating spaces for openness and authenticity to support my clients in learning and healing. I see counseling as a collaborative relationship which constantly evolves throughout our time together. Through moments of conversation, silence, humor, and playfulness, we will explore what fosters meaningful growth for you.
As a therapist that works with couples and individuals, with a focus on intimacy and sexuality, I often work with people seeking deeper and more nourishing connections in their relationships and lives. Connection requires the courage to move into vulnerability and honesty to live one's truth about what they really need from their relationships. This is where I can help! I serve as a guide for individuals and couples in stepping into their own lives, to ask for what they need and to be present in and for their relationships.
As a therapist that works with couples and individuals, with a focus on intimacy and sexuality, I often work with people seeking deeper and more nourishing connections in their relationships and lives. Connection requires the courage to move into vulnerability and honesty to live one's truth about what they really need from their relationships. This is where I can help! I serve as a guide for individuals and couples in stepping into their own lives, to ask for what they need and to be present in and for their relationships.
Managing the effects of constant worry impacts various aspects of your life including work performance, academic achievement, social relationships, and overall quality of life.
Learning practical techniques to lessen your symptoms is essential. Lifestyle factors such as sleep, exercise and stress management can play a significant role in your symptoms. Clients often reach out to us to seek guidance in adopting healthy habits that support better mental health and reduce symptoms that get in the way of daily life.
Managing the effects of constant worry impacts various aspects of your life including work performance, academic achievement, social relationships, and overall quality of life.
Learning practical techniques to lessen your symptoms is essential. Lifestyle factors such as sleep, exercise and stress management can play a significant role in your symptoms. Clients often reach out to us to seek guidance in adopting healthy habits that support better mental health and reduce symptoms that get in the way of daily life.
Tracey Alta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LICSW
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
Waitlist for new clients
I love my work. I love to hear people’s stories about what makes them feel alive and what inspires them. I love helping people to feel more connected to their environment and trusting of themselves in the process. What fascinates me about the healing process in psychotherapy is reflecting upon the vulnerable, groundless mystery of the human journey and the endless revelations of the unguarded heart. The focus of my work is on the unique story and experience of each individual. My approach can differ in some ways from standard talk therapy.
I love my work. I love to hear people’s stories about what makes them feel alive and what inspires them. I love helping people to feel more connected to their environment and trusting of themselves in the process. What fascinates me about the healing process in psychotherapy is reflecting upon the vulnerable, groundless mystery of the human journey and the endless revelations of the unguarded heart. The focus of my work is on the unique story and experience of each individual. My approach can differ in some ways from standard talk therapy.
I work with individuals who are noticing a change in themselves through life transition, relationship loss, grief symptoms, feeling sadness 'when everything seems fine.' I work with clients who are experiencing long established triggers and grief symptoms through gentleness, safety, and respect for defenses. I have faith in the natural tendency of humans to grow toward healing and integration of mind, body, and spirit.
I work with individuals who are noticing a change in themselves through life transition, relationship loss, grief symptoms, feeling sadness 'when everything seems fine.' I work with clients who are experiencing long established triggers and grief symptoms through gentleness, safety, and respect for defenses. I have faith in the natural tendency of humans to grow toward healing and integration of mind, body, and spirit.
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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.