Anxiety is a relatively common mental health concern that people may experience at various points. Certain life events, such as a new job, relationship, death, or birth can trigger a bout of anxiety. Other people have an anxiety disorder that clouds much of their day-to-day life. Counseling interventions for anxiety range depending on its severity.
Available Treatment Options
One of the most common approaches to therapy for anxiety is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), where therapists assist people in identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing coping mechanisms that promote healthier behaviors. Other approaches include Exposure Therapy, where a person and their therapist work toward decreasing the anxiety surrounding a specific situation or thing by slowly exposing them to it. Mindfulness and relaxation interventions also are helpful for anxiety.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Anxiety
Sharon Yazzie (Navajo) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Lic #86216). I consider myself to be "Urban Rez" and use American Indian Cultural Practices in my therapeutic work. For the past 16 years I've worked in the nonprofit sector, providing direct services as a therapist and substance abuse counselor at one of the largest urban Native organizations in Los Angeles. I have over 10 years...
Connecting to our potential for vibrant, and meaningful relationships is more important now than ever as we work to find creative ways to stay in touch while keeping a safe distance. From this place I make it my focus to understand the ways that our past and present circumstances keep us from accessing this potential. Pain, relational or otherwise, can build up over time, become truly...
Life is constantly presenting us with change. Just when we might feel like we know what the day will bring, there might be something around the corner that takes us by surprise; maybe even something that has been there that we didn't even notice before! With change, comes thoughts and feelings we might not be ready to have, such anxiety, sadness, and fear. Coping with these changes can be...
Are you depressed, self-harming, angry, having panic attacks and/or distressed from past or current abuse/trauma? Are you suffering a major loss, grieving or sometimes you may feel like you do not want to be here. You may have family or relationship issues, parent-child conflict or single-parenting. Or you may have "church-hurt" or other hurtful situations. Well, there is hope. Your path is uni...
I work with adults and adolescents who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety and depression, or who are adapting to life challenges. You may feel that you're missing the immediacy and vitality of your life because your energy is sinking into habits of overthinking, arguing with yourself, and struggling with your emotions. You think there might be an easier way, but you're not sure how to begin...
I am licensed psychologist with a strong background in cognitive-behavioral therapy specializing in children, adolescents, and their families. I believe in a collaborative process and view family involvement as an integral component. I prioritize cultural competence and seek to understand the unique worldview of my clients. I utilize evidence-based treatment and assessment approaches in my work...
I have been working with people since 1982, after graduating from University of Hartford in 1981. I obtained my Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University, in 1995. I have extensive experience in various milieus, including working in inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient alcoholism clinics, mental health agencies, as a contractor in several nursing facilities; group home clinician fo...
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with more than a decade of experience in individual, group, and family psychotherapy, as well as clinical psychiatric research. In my private psychotherapy practice, I work from a values-based and strengths-based empowerment model to help individuals who are facing difficult life transitions, challenging relationship issues, and emotional...
I enjoy working with clients of all ages experiencing a range of mental and behavioral health concerns, including anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, behavioral problems, relationship problems, grief and loss, and abuse. Especially during this time of uncertainty, I am here to help you find ways to cope, alleviate symptoms that get in the way, and experience healthy and more satisfying...
Life can be full of challenges and tribulations that can impact our well being and mental health. I believe our inherent resiliency and adaptability as human beings helps us overcome the many challenges that we face. A strength of therapy is the ability to allow a person to be their true self and to have their strengths and talents fully recognized. My work with clients is grounded in acceptanc...
Accepting new clients! Feeling anxious and depressed in the midst of the Coronavirus. You are not alone. I am a licensed mental health clinician with extensive experience working with clients who suffer a wide variety of clinical concerns including addiction, anxiety, depression and life transitions. One of my specialties is working with clients with dual diagnosis of substance abuse as well as...
Everyone struggles. Happiness, fear, joy, sadness, and anger are all part of the human experience. Sometimes, we need help navigating through life's trials. Finding healthy ways to express ourselves and communicate what we actually want and need is crucial to our overall well-being. As a mental health professional, I strive to create a safe, healthy environment where individuals, couples, and...
In life you are presented with two choices, “evolve or repeat.” Transformation and change is not always the easiest path. I believe it’s worth discovering, and I want to help you. I allow my creativity and kindness to be a part of my therapeutic practice and provide a non-judgmental and safe environment. I hope to empower clients and bring out their strengths during the therapeutic process! I...
I love DBT and I continue to be amazed at how it can help clients transform their lives. I strive to make groups and individual sessions fun and accessible. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, direct, compassionate, and trauma-informed. I meet clients where they are and help them define and build a life worth living. I believe we are all good people doing the best we can, but sometimes we...
I work with teens, and adults facing a range of mental health concerns from eating disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders and many other conditions. My treatment approach varies depending on the needs of the individual. While practicing modalities associated with traditional counseling methods, I am also an art therapist. I enjoy a holistic approach, paying...
