Anxiety Therapists in 90408
Jessica La Rocca
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90408
I have over a decade of education, training and experience treating a variety of mental health issues and I am particularly passionate about helping struggling families learn to communicate better and understand the dysfunctional dynamics that lead to conflict, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and addiction.
My work as a therapist is to improve lives by energizing and empowering children, teenagers, and young adults to learn to love themselves and be the best they can be. I am dedicated to finding dynamic and creative ways to bring about inner healing while establishing a unique and genuine relationship with each client.
I have over a decade of education, training and experience treating a variety of mental health issues and I am particularly passionate about helping struggling families learn to communicate better and understand the dysfunctional dynamics that lead to conflict, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and addiction.
My work as a therapist is to improve lives by energizing and empowering children, teenagers, and young adults to learn to love themselves and be the best they can be. I am dedicated to finding dynamic and creative ways to bring about inner healing while establishing a unique and genuine relationship with each client.
It’s not easy being human, and given the additional uncertainty, unease, and stress these past few years, it sure hasn’t gotten any easier. So whether you're feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, stuck, lost, or are struggling in your relationships, including the one with yourself, looking for help makes a lot of sense. Mindset shifts, tools for coping, and emotional support are the heart of what therapy can provide, not to mention simply having a safe space to talk to someone about what you're going through.
It’s not easy being human, and given the additional uncertainty, unease, and stress these past few years, it sure hasn’t gotten any easier. So whether you're feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, stuck, lost, or are struggling in your relationships, including the one with yourself, looking for help makes a lot of sense. Mindset shifts, tools for coping, and emotional support are the heart of what therapy can provide, not to mention simply having a safe space to talk to someone about what you're going through.
Feeling "blue", anxious and too stressed? Relationship difficulties? As an experienced, trusted therapist, I am here to help. I can offer you both traditional "inside office" talk therapy and/or a unique "alternative" outdoors therapy- EQUINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY. Because horses are so attuned to their environment, they provide extremely accurate feedback or "mirrors" for our human feelings and relational dynamics. Horses facilitate "mindfulness" and help people to QUICKLY learn more about about themselves leading to substantial change and healing. I offer individual, couples, family, group therapy and/or EAP.
Feeling "blue", anxious and too stressed? Relationship difficulties? As an experienced, trusted therapist, I am here to help. I can offer you both traditional "inside office" talk therapy and/or a unique "alternative" outdoors therapy- EQUINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY. Because horses are so attuned to their environment, they provide extremely accurate feedback or "mirrors" for our human feelings and relational dynamics. Horses facilitate "mindfulness" and help people to QUICKLY learn more about about themselves leading to substantial change and healing. I offer individual, couples, family, group therapy and/or EAP.
Rachelle Cohen - Beverly Hills Therapy for Adults
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90408
The disease of "not good enough" infiltrates all aspects of our experience, robbing us of the joyful lives we deserve. We reject parts of ourselves we don’t like in an attempt to change but that usually does not work because self-acceptance, not rejection, is the key to growth and fulfillment. Only by accepting who we are today, can we become the person we want to be tomorrow. I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, and the queer community. I specialize in depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, harmful relationship patterns, and childhood relational trauma.
The disease of "not good enough" infiltrates all aspects of our experience, robbing us of the joyful lives we deserve. We reject parts of ourselves we don’t like in an attempt to change but that usually does not work because self-acceptance, not rejection, is the key to growth and fulfillment. Only by accepting who we are today, can we become the person we want to be tomorrow. I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, and the queer community. I specialize in depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, harmful relationship patterns, and childhood relational trauma.
Elena Cacace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90408 (Online Only)
My commitment is to provide a compassionate, genuine atmosphere, which is safe and encourages emotional growth and healing. This allows one to explore deep seeded beliefs, feelings, and natural responses while providing a pathway to embrace change. I’m dedicated to supporting a positive impact on the clients I serve. I’m passionate about working with children, youth, and families.
My commitment is to provide a compassionate, genuine atmosphere, which is safe and encourages emotional growth and healing. This allows one to explore deep seeded beliefs, feelings, and natural responses while providing a pathway to embrace change. I’m dedicated to supporting a positive impact on the clients I serve. I’m passionate about working with children, youth, and families.
Kevin Cisneros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90408 (Online Only)
Hi! I am Kevin Cisneros, a bilingual and bicultural trauma informed mental health therapist. I provide culturally-sensitive psychotherapy to BIPOC populations. The treatment modalities I use in my practice include Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Therapy (TF-CBT), and Motivation Interviewing (MI). I received my MSW degree from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, playing video games, and writing music.
Hi! I am Kevin Cisneros, a bilingual and bicultural trauma informed mental health therapist. I provide culturally-sensitive psychotherapy to BIPOC populations. The treatment modalities I use in my practice include Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Therapy (TF-CBT), and Motivation Interviewing (MI). I received my MSW degree from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, playing video games, and writing music.
As an LCSW I am dedicated to supporting my clients from all walks of life, especially those who feel alone and underrepresented. My clients have struggled with life transitions, school stress, work burnout, feelings of loss or grief, and questioning their identity. I have gone through my own journey with therapy, so I understand the feeling of sitting across from a stranger and being vulnerable. I am here to provide a comfortable and safe place for you to process your thoughts and develop healthy coping skills.
As an LCSW I am dedicated to supporting my clients from all walks of life, especially those who feel alone and underrepresented. My clients have struggled with life transitions, school stress, work burnout, feelings of loss or grief, and questioning their identity. I have gone through my own journey with therapy, so I understand the feeling of sitting across from a stranger and being vulnerable. I am here to provide a comfortable and safe place for you to process your thoughts and develop healthy coping skills.
In our busy lives, we often find ourselves saying, "that's good enough" or "I guess that'll do." These phrases can signify a pattern of merely getting by and settling for less. I believe that you deserve more than just "good enough" in your career, passions, relationships, and overall life. It's time to break free from going through the motions and start aiming higher. You don't have to settle for fine.
In our busy lives, we often find ourselves saying, "that's good enough" or "I guess that'll do." These phrases can signify a pattern of merely getting by and settling for less. I believe that you deserve more than just "good enough" in your career, passions, relationships, and overall life. It's time to break free from going through the motions and start aiming higher. You don't have to settle for fine.
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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.