Anxiety Therapists in Burbank, CA

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.

“Telehealth Provider” Taking steps to engage in individual or couples therapy can invoke a multitude of emotions. Identifying a therapist right for you is as important as the journey you are seeking to embark on. Telehealth Therapy provides the same level of treatment and care as you’d otherwise receive in-person within your private space and without the need to travel to your therapist. In this challenging time, I’m here to provide the emotional, compassionate support you need. Licensed for over 23-years as a bilingual (Eng/Spa) Marriage Family Therapist, I have specialized in working in the treatment of infidelity, grief, loss,

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I have been successful helping many people cope with painful emotions and achieve personal growth. My goal is to equip you with tools to use your strengths to thrive in life. If you have experienced a loss, been diagnosed with a medical condition, or have had a difficult life transition, it can be very scary asking for help. But when you take that first step, I assure you it will be rewarding.

Are you feeling depressed, alone, or anxious? Are you struggling with an addiction? Are you tired of fighting with your partner? Do you want to heal after a break-up or divorce? Do you want to stop attracting the same partners in your life and start dating consciously? If you answered YES to any of these questions, chances are you feel frustrated, confused, and alone. The good news is that solutions do exist for you. I have helped many individuals, couples and families reach higher ground with an action-oriented approach to healing.

Living life on life's terms can be challenging. If you are overwhelmed by stress, find yourself repeating dysfunctional patterns in your personal life, reliving past hurts or experiencing difficulty navigating life transitions, therapy can provide relief. Relationship problems, anxiety, depression, and physical ailments are all common symptoms signaling that it may be time to address possible underlying issues which can cause emotional and mental pain. The experience of psychotherapy should be illuminating, validating and empowering. Choosing the right therapist is key.

My goals as a therapist are to help you develop the insight and tools needed to achieve symptom relief and create a life that is more meaningful and fulfilling in the long-term. With nearly 25 years experience and exceptional credentials, my approach is warm, compassionate, practical, and collaborative. Therapy with me includes both understanding how your history may be informing the challenges bringing you to treatment (the "why?"), and learning skills (the "what now?") to improve your situation. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, the trauma resiliency model, mindfulness based stress reduction and psychodynamic theory.

I'm truly honored to meet you. As a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), my passion lies in supporting individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, pain management, and grief. With a foundation in Psychology, a Master's in Social Work (MSW), and certification as an End-of-life Doula, I bring a unique blend of expertise and compassion to our work together.

When people come to therapy, it's as if they are saying, "I really don't want to walk home by myself". There are few opportunities to spend one day per week, dedicated to you (or your family perhaps)...accompanied by someone who is empathetic, non-judgmental, and has reserved a safe space for you to release, explore, & process your thoughts, feelings, fears, reactions, progress, and triumphs, all "without guilt".

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.

I have the caring nature and problem solving skills that can support you in coping with a variety of situations. Over the years working in healthcare I have handled the many needs of a diverse group of patients (children and adults) and their families. I care about my clients and utilizing a solution focused approach, empower them to overcome obstacles.

Do you frequently get frustrated, feel overwhelmed, can’t concentrate? Do you have irregular sleep patterns, excessively worry, get anxious, and are often consumed by what others may think of you. These feelings, thoughts, and emotions can turn your life upside down and I am here to help you work on processing your thoughts, manage mood, not feel powerless, and focus on putting yourself first in a judgement free setting. "How You Gonna Win If You Ain't Right Within?" -Lauryn Hill (Singer-Songwriter).

Do you find that you are quick to judge yourself harshly or your life decisions? Is your day filled with circumstances or fears that you haven’t found a way to change? Ever ask why? Do you imagine your life with less anxious stress, more honest relationships, a stronger knowing of what’s right for you and how to achieve that? I offer therapeutic counseling using traditional and non-traditional interventions, actively bring concepts from yoga, mindfulness/meditation into sessions in an environment of support, safety and discovery where life skills, thought patterns and emotional states can be regulated, processed, and enhanced.

Are you where you want to be in life? Feeling depressed, anxious, burnt-out, confused, overwhelmed or un-supported regarding your career, love life, family life or financial situation? Making a life or career transition and are unsure how to move forward or how to get exactly what you want? Feeling like you need an objective outsider to share with - who could help to guide or be a gauge for what's going on in your life? Or maybe you just want to explore how you could achieve more in life. Then, you may be the perfect candidate for therapy.

Do you hold deep pain that feels too overwhelming to face on your own? "If I open the lid on this, it will consume me." It might be so intense that you haven't been able to work through it in a manageable way. You may also experience sensory processing issues, executive dysfunction, dissociation, a trauma history, anxiety, difficulty managing anger, relationship distress, and more. I'm here to help you find out how to step into underlying pain in a manageable way. Because you deserve to feel relief from this exhaustion. And you'll probably laugh along the way, since I can be sassy and life can be absurd.

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.

Whatever it is that's bringing you to therapy, whether it be anxiety, depression, intimacy issues or sexual difficulties, struggling with relationships or self esteem, therapy can help. I utilize a variety of methods including mindfulness of emotions and Focusing to help you feel more at home with yourself and more comfortable in your own skin. I am a sex positive, LGBTQ+ affirmative, kink friendly therapist. Everyone is welcome.

Deeply committed to personal growth myself, I know how hard it can be sometimes, how trapped we can feel when we find ourselves repeating painful patterns, unable to learn and grow from our life experiences or make the changes we need... That’s why I will provide you with a safe and supportive environment, a compassionate atmosphere free of judgment and shame as we explore and sort through what has brought you to this challenging turning point in your life… Everything you need to create a meaningful, fulfilling life is within you.

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.

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.