Anxiety Therapists in Burbank, CA
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I use an integrative approach which may involve decreasing symptoms (anxiety, panic, or depression) by changing the specific thoughts and behaviors that serve to sustain such symptoms, improving relationships by developing new ways of connecting and communicating with others, and exploring early experiences that may have contributed to current concerns.
While many people come to me feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and defeated, seeking therapy for oneself is actually a sign of strength. It takes a lot to recognize a need for change and to take steps to follow through. In my practice I provide a comfortable, supportive atmosphere to explore alternative ways of living and coping with problems so that life can be more fulfilling and enjoyable. The opportunity to see individuals and families grow and feel better through the therapeutic process is the reason I love my work so much. In addition to providing therapy, I also conduct ADHD screenings and Bariatric surgery screenings.
I use an integrative approach which may involve decreasing symptoms (anxiety, panic, or depression) by changing the specific thoughts and behaviors that serve to sustain such symptoms, improving relationships by developing new ways of connecting and communicating with others, and exploring early experiences that may have contributed to current concerns.
While many people come to me feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and defeated, seeking therapy for oneself is actually a sign of strength. It takes a lot to recognize a need for change and to take steps to follow through. In my practice I provide a comfortable, supportive atmosphere to explore alternative ways of living and coping with problems so that life can be more fulfilling and enjoyable. The opportunity to see individuals and families grow and feel better through the therapeutic process is the reason I love my work so much. In addition to providing therapy, I also conduct ADHD screenings and Bariatric surgery screenings.
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Elisabeth Abbott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505 (Online Only)
Stress, self-consciousness, sadness, fear: they're part of being human. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your well-being, I can be a supportive ally on your way toward healing and balance. In working with clients facing anxiety or panic, traumatic experiences, depression, body image issues, or creative or relationship struggles, I provide insight, tools, and support. We'll explore your core beliefs, improve communication, boost your self-compassion, figure out what's holding you back, and brainstorm strategies.
Stress, self-consciousness, sadness, fear: they're part of being human. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your well-being, I can be a supportive ally on your way toward healing and balance. In working with clients facing anxiety or panic, traumatic experiences, depression, body image issues, or creative or relationship struggles, I provide insight, tools, and support. We'll explore your core beliefs, improve communication, boost your self-compassion, figure out what's holding you back, and brainstorm strategies.
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Jennifer Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505
Therapy gives us an opportunity to find and give voice to our authentic selves, achieving healing in the process. And as we heal, our relationships heal. I am passionate about working with couples, adults, and teens who have become stuck in unsatisfying relationships, destructive patterns, or their own individual pain. This "stuck-ness" can leave us feeling alone, misunderstood, anxious, and depressed. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space that is caring, challenging, and encouraging as we work together to develop new insights and create the personal and relational growth you are seeking.
Therapy gives us an opportunity to find and give voice to our authentic selves, achieving healing in the process. And as we heal, our relationships heal. I am passionate about working with couples, adults, and teens who have become stuck in unsatisfying relationships, destructive patterns, or their own individual pain. This "stuck-ness" can leave us feeling alone, misunderstood, anxious, and depressed. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space that is caring, challenging, and encouraging as we work together to develop new insights and create the personal and relational growth you are seeking.
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Blair Mcknight Reid
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, 120579
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91501
Will I ever catch up? Will I ever be good enough? Am I lovable at all? Sorting out life's struggles puts you in a place of fear, self-doubt, shame and isolation. You are not alone. I want to help you get unstuck. Empathy and compassion help to loosen the grip against self-criticism. Collaboratively we will discover and make meaning of the origin of these fears.
Will I ever catch up? Will I ever be good enough? Am I lovable at all? Sorting out life's struggles puts you in a place of fear, self-doubt, shame and isolation. You are not alone. I want to help you get unstuck. Empathy and compassion help to loosen the grip against self-criticism. Collaboratively we will discover and make meaning of the origin of these fears.
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Chad Schwartzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91506 (Online Only)
Humor has significant therapeutic benefits, such as lessening anxiety and promoting relaxation.
Are you having trouble with difficult people in your life? Do you want to rediscover yourself and your life's purpose? Are you looking for specific strategies to live a more balanced and fulfilling life? I can help. Together we'll explore your self-defeating behaviors, irrational thoughts and family dynamics. We will also concentrate on what makes you unique, resilient and hopeful. My approach to therapy is creative, lively and experiential. The awareness that will come with this journey of discovery, coupled with a genuine therapeutic relationship between us, will lead to long-term growth and healing.
Humor has significant therapeutic benefits, such as lessening anxiety and promoting relaxation.
Are you having trouble with difficult people in your life? Do you want to rediscover yourself and your life's purpose? Are you looking for specific strategies to live a more balanced and fulfilling life? I can help. Together we'll explore your self-defeating behaviors, irrational thoughts and family dynamics. We will also concentrate on what makes you unique, resilient and hopeful. My approach to therapy is creative, lively and experiential. The awareness that will come with this journey of discovery, coupled with a genuine therapeutic relationship between us, will lead to long-term growth and healing.
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Christiana Bueno
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505 (Online Only)
My integrative approaches includes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment-based, and parts work for trauma/PTSD, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar disorders, and anger management.
Perhaps you are down, stressed, struggling with triggers from traumatic memories, unsure about the future of a relationship, trying to adjust to a new chapter of your life, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to live. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer the support you need in a safe and non-judgmental manner. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging the adoption of new perspectives and reactions.
My integrative approaches includes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment-based, and parts work for trauma/PTSD, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar disorders, and anger management.
Perhaps you are down, stressed, struggling with triggers from traumatic memories, unsure about the future of a relationship, trying to adjust to a new chapter of your life, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to live. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer the support you need in a safe and non-judgmental manner. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging the adoption of new perspectives and reactions.
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Thomasine Shepard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burbank, CA 91504 (Online Only)
You never imagined starting a family would be this way. You're overwhelmed, tired, and the loneliness is unbearable. Pregnancy, miscarriage, and becoming a new parent can leave you (or your partner) feeling depressed, anxious, and hopeless. Many women who are pregnant or a new parent suffer in silence; feeling like they can't tell anyone about what they're going though. Anxiety and depression do not have to control your life. I'm here to help and give you the tools you need to survive.
You never imagined starting a family would be this way. You're overwhelmed, tired, and the loneliness is unbearable. Pregnancy, miscarriage, and becoming a new parent can leave you (or your partner) feeling depressed, anxious, and hopeless. Many women who are pregnant or a new parent suffer in silence; feeling like they can't tell anyone about what they're going though. Anxiety and depression do not have to control your life. I'm here to help and give you the tools you need to survive.
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At the Rowan Center for Behavioral Medicine, we help people reach their full potential by transforming their healthcare experience. We use evidence-based psychological practices and partner with other health professionals for seamless and integrated care. Our clinical psychologists provide therapy for concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress-management, relationship problems, and phase-of-life issues. In addition, we specialize in health and rehabilitation psychology, providing assistance to patients with medical illnesses and disabilities and sensorimotor psychotherapy, providing trauma-informed, somatic, “body-based” therapy.
At the Rowan Center for Behavioral Medicine, we help people reach their full potential by transforming their healthcare experience. We use evidence-based psychological practices and partner with other health professionals for seamless and integrated care. Our clinical psychologists provide therapy for concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress-management, relationship problems, and phase-of-life issues. In addition, we specialize in health and rehabilitation psychology, providing assistance to patients with medical illnesses and disabilities and sensorimotor psychotherapy, providing trauma-informed, somatic, “body-based” therapy.
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Philip Ruddy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burbank, CA 91502 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or someone you love struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, career pressures, or emotional blocks? Navigating the roller coaster ride of life can be a challenge. Having the right tools can be transformative, and therapy is a wonderful way to practice self care, and learn those tools. As a CA licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping highly creative professionals ( writers, directors, producers, animators, musicians, comedians, and performers in Film, TV and New Media) reduce stress, transcend limiting beliefs, and bring about positive change in their life and relationships.
Are you or someone you love struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, career pressures, or emotional blocks? Navigating the roller coaster ride of life can be a challenge. Having the right tools can be transformative, and therapy is a wonderful way to practice self care, and learn those tools. As a CA licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping highly creative professionals ( writers, directors, producers, animators, musicians, comedians, and performers in Film, TV and New Media) reduce stress, transcend limiting beliefs, and bring about positive change in their life and relationships.
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Jillian Cubbison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505 (Online Only)
I have 10+ years of experience supporting adults with ADHD, depression, and anxiety and those having difficulty navigating life's challenges.
Are you ready for a change but not sure where to start? I meet my clients where they are and my goal is to cultivate hope and motivation for change. I approach sessions with a "come-as-you-are" mentality and we'll work together to make real progress towards your best self.
I have 10+ years of experience supporting adults with ADHD, depression, and anxiety and those having difficulty navigating life's challenges.
Are you ready for a change but not sure where to start? I meet my clients where they are and my goal is to cultivate hope and motivation for change. I approach sessions with a "come-as-you-are" mentality and we'll work together to make real progress towards your best self.
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Amy Karman Trauma Specialist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505 (Online Only)
Sick of feeling triggered all the time? Need support knowing how to handle difficult situations and relationships that are complex? Do you want to feel better more of the time? More ALIVE? Ready to do the work it takes to heal and learn how to deal with life well? I help people organize their minds and emotions, and to get out of depression and anxiety. I will teach you how to slow down, ground your body, release stuck trauma stress and learn new coping mechanisms such as how to set healthy boundaries. I am the right fit for you if you’re sick of struggling. Let's work at your pace and make a unique plan to help you get unstuck.
Sick of feeling triggered all the time? Need support knowing how to handle difficult situations and relationships that are complex? Do you want to feel better more of the time? More ALIVE? Ready to do the work it takes to heal and learn how to deal with life well? I help people organize their minds and emotions, and to get out of depression and anxiety. I will teach you how to slow down, ground your body, release stuck trauma stress and learn new coping mechanisms such as how to set healthy boundaries. I am the right fit for you if you’re sick of struggling. Let's work at your pace and make a unique plan to help you get unstuck.
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Christine Harvell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91502 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you beat yourself up a lot? Even though you try your best and give your all, do you still feel not good enough, like an impostor? I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, isolation, communication, identity, family, and low self-esteem.
Do you beat yourself up a lot? Even though you try your best and give your all, do you still feel not good enough, like an impostor? I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, isolation, communication, identity, family, and low self-esteem.
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Puja Therapy and Yoga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505
Do you tend to overthink & feel preoccupied with worry? Have days when you feel emotionally exhausted or lack energy to follow through? Do you feel disconnected from your body? You might be interested in learning how therapy & yoga work together to bring relief from your daily stressors. Talk therapy is useful to bring awareness and make meaningful connections between the past the present. Yoga is an embodied approach allowing you to discover more about how stress impacts your body. When combined together, you can learn skills to help take control of your thoughts & experience a sense of calm in your mind & body.
Do you tend to overthink & feel preoccupied with worry? Have days when you feel emotionally exhausted or lack energy to follow through? Do you feel disconnected from your body? You might be interested in learning how therapy & yoga work together to bring relief from your daily stressors. Talk therapy is useful to bring awareness and make meaningful connections between the past the present. Yoga is an embodied approach allowing you to discover more about how stress impacts your body. When combined together, you can learn skills to help take control of your thoughts & experience a sense of calm in your mind & body.
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Depression, anxiety, loss, and change can leave us feeling disconnected, confused. It seems to me that we're all trying to be connected in ways that support our intentions and goals. Sometimes those connections - to our Self, our partners, our family and friends - get muddy or lost. I see therapy as a safe place to explore unfamiliar, at times uncomfortable, territory in order to reach for greater understanding and connection to Self and others. My approach is humanistic/existential with an emphasis on depth and transpersonal psychology.
Depression, anxiety, loss, and change can leave us feeling disconnected, confused. It seems to me that we're all trying to be connected in ways that support our intentions and goals. Sometimes those connections - to our Self, our partners, our family and friends - get muddy or lost. I see therapy as a safe place to explore unfamiliar, at times uncomfortable, territory in order to reach for greater understanding and connection to Self and others. My approach is humanistic/existential with an emphasis on depth and transpersonal psychology.
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Therapy for COMEDIANS dealing with anxiety and depression. Being a comedian isn't easy. While your friends are getting married, having children and buying mansions back home, you’re schlepping yourself to open mic nights and chasing your dream, well at least before the pandemic. You’re emotionally vulnerable on stage and worry about going viral for the wrong reasons. It’s hard to share these fears with others. Comics get it but they’re too busy doing shtick rather than listening to you. And if you’re a female comic, it's worse because you’re mostly surrounded by male comics and battling lame societal stereotypes. I can help.
Therapy for COMEDIANS dealing with anxiety and depression. Being a comedian isn't easy. While your friends are getting married, having children and buying mansions back home, you’re schlepping yourself to open mic nights and chasing your dream, well at least before the pandemic. You’re emotionally vulnerable on stage and worry about going viral for the wrong reasons. It’s hard to share these fears with others. Comics get it but they’re too busy doing shtick rather than listening to you. And if you’re a female comic, it's worse because you’re mostly surrounded by male comics and battling lame societal stereotypes. I can help.
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Marirose Occhiogrosso
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505
Struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety and trauma is difficult. The desire to have sustainable coping is there, but you need support. You wish to cope better, to feel emotionally free from obsessions and compulsions. You would like to increase self-compassion and joyfulness. You may not be sure if you have disordered eating but you've developed disrupted relationships to food and your body. If you have a willingness to consider new perspectives and to receive active support, to collaborate, and take small positive actions, let's get started on your healing and recovery.
Struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety and trauma is difficult. The desire to have sustainable coping is there, but you need support. You wish to cope better, to feel emotionally free from obsessions and compulsions. You would like to increase self-compassion and joyfulness. You may not be sure if you have disordered eating but you've developed disrupted relationships to food and your body. If you have a willingness to consider new perspectives and to receive active support, to collaborate, and take small positive actions, let's get started on your healing and recovery.
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I've worked with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, and grief among other areas.
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and have been working in mental health since 2017. If you are looking for a Therapist who is Compassionate and Knowledgeable, please keep reading. Many Therapists feel the need to curate their ideal client, but I am confident I can help you regardless of your background. My extensive experience has introduced me to clients with wonderfully diverse backgrounds, who have trusted me with their most vulnerable moments in life. When you work with me, you can rest assured that you are in the hands of an Experienced and Capable Therapist.
I've worked with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, and grief among other areas.
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and have been working in mental health since 2017. If you are looking for a Therapist who is Compassionate and Knowledgeable, please keep reading. Many Therapists feel the need to curate their ideal client, but I am confident I can help you regardless of your background. My extensive experience has introduced me to clients with wonderfully diverse backgrounds, who have trusted me with their most vulnerable moments in life. When you work with me, you can rest assured that you are in the hands of an Experienced and Capable Therapist.
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Bill Leavitt Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91502
My specialty is working with people who are stressed, anxious, depressed, and hitting a rough patch – grasping for answers and help. My emphasis is on stress management, anger management, (PTSD), life transitions (divorce, empty nest, retirement), conflict resolution, coping skills, panic attacks, self-esteem development, work and career issues. I specialize in helping people in the entertainment, music & gaming industries. My 20+ years in corporate America gives me a unique insight into dealing with the struggles in that realm as well as 12 years in the USMC.
My specialty is working with people who are stressed, anxious, depressed, and hitting a rough patch – grasping for answers and help. My emphasis is on stress management, anger management, (PTSD), life transitions (divorce, empty nest, retirement), conflict resolution, coping skills, panic attacks, self-esteem development, work and career issues. I specialize in helping people in the entertainment, music & gaming industries. My 20+ years in corporate America gives me a unique insight into dealing with the struggles in that realm as well as 12 years in the USMC.
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With a Masters of Counseling Psychology and over twelve years of experience in outpatient, home-based, residential, and military settings, I have treated clients with with depression, anxiety, trauma and most major mental illnesses.
To change or not to change? One of the most frustratingly human experiences in life is wanting to change for the better only to find yourself repeating the same ineffective patterns and mistakes. This is where counseling can come into play. By understanding your own motivations and the internal barriers getting in the way of change, you can develop new strategies to know yourself better and develop tools to handle the challenges and stressors of life. My practice is strength-based, client-centered, motivational, and grounded in cognitive behavioral ideas.
With a Masters of Counseling Psychology and over twelve years of experience in outpatient, home-based, residential, and military settings, I have treated clients with with depression, anxiety, trauma and most major mental illnesses.
To change or not to change? One of the most frustratingly human experiences in life is wanting to change for the better only to find yourself repeating the same ineffective patterns and mistakes. This is where counseling can come into play. By understanding your own motivations and the internal barriers getting in the way of change, you can develop new strategies to know yourself better and develop tools to handle the challenges and stressors of life. My practice is strength-based, client-centered, motivational, and grounded in cognitive behavioral ideas.
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Michelle Seely
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505
Waitlist for new clients
When we suffer from feelings related to grief or loss, from unsatisfying relationships in the past or present, or from wishing to have more joy in our lives--therapy can be a powerful step toward healing and relief. Having a safe place and a compassionate person with whom to share our grief, our critical or frightening thoughts, and our longings can help enormously. I work in a relational, supportive, and collaborative way to help people move from anxiety, trauma, depression and problems with relationships to a place of increased trust, safety, and satisfaction.
When we suffer from feelings related to grief or loss, from unsatisfying relationships in the past or present, or from wishing to have more joy in our lives--therapy can be a powerful step toward healing and relief. Having a safe place and a compassionate person with whom to share our grief, our critical or frightening thoughts, and our longings can help enormously. I work in a relational, supportive, and collaborative way to help people move from anxiety, trauma, depression and problems with relationships to a place of increased trust, safety, and satisfaction.
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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.