Anxiety Therapists in Hacienda Heights, CA
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Diego Fuentes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Diego Fuentes and I am an LCSW. I have been providing therapy for 16 years and love working with alcohol/substance use, behavioral change, depression, anxiety, mood de-escalation and goal setting strategies. Part of the journey includes implementing positive self talk, validation, healing and working to achieve healthier boundaries. I contribute to a healthy setting by providing a safe and judgment free setting to explore and process your feelings, thoughts and behaviors. If you would like to have a brief chat before making your decision, please reach out with a text and we’ll set up a convenient time to talk.
Hi! My name is Diego Fuentes and I am an LCSW. I have been providing therapy for 16 years and love working with alcohol/substance use, behavioral change, depression, anxiety, mood de-escalation and goal setting strategies. Part of the journey includes implementing positive self talk, validation, healing and working to achieve healthier boundaries. I contribute to a healthy setting by providing a safe and judgment free setting to explore and process your feelings, thoughts and behaviors. If you would like to have a brief chat before making your decision, please reach out with a text and we’ll set up a convenient time to talk.
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Confidence and Clarity
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 (Online Only)
We have a diverse team of therapists at Confidence and Clarity. We address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, family discord, low self-esteem, couples conflict, domestic violence, ADHD, and mood disorders. Our virtual mental health therapy is available to individuals ages 9+, couples, and families. We offer flexible session times starting as early as 7 AM, along with evening and weekend availability to accommodate your schedule. Our mission is to provide inclusive mental health services that inspire hope, promote individual strengths, and contribute to positive well-being."
We have a diverse team of therapists at Confidence and Clarity. We address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, family discord, low self-esteem, couples conflict, domestic violence, ADHD, and mood disorders. Our virtual mental health therapy is available to individuals ages 9+, couples, and families. We offer flexible session times starting as early as 7 AM, along with evening and weekend availability to accommodate your schedule. Our mission is to provide inclusive mental health services that inspire hope, promote individual strengths, and contribute to positive well-being."
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Christina Ching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping clients who struggle with complex trauma (childhood, intergenerational, intimate partner violence), identity exploration, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and grief and loss.
Navigating therapy can often feel intimidating and confusing. Taking up space and speaking your truth is challenging, especially when problems and experiences that may be distressing or painful are involved. But this process isn’t one that has to be tackled alone nor are you meant to. My approach is empowering and encouraging, and I strive to provide a warm, safe, and judgment-free space that allows us to collaboratively uncover your inherent strengths and build the life you envision for yourself.
I specialize in helping clients who struggle with complex trauma (childhood, intergenerational, intimate partner violence), identity exploration, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and grief and loss.
Navigating therapy can often feel intimidating and confusing. Taking up space and speaking your truth is challenging, especially when problems and experiences that may be distressing or painful are involved. But this process isn’t one that has to be tackled alone nor are you meant to. My approach is empowering and encouraging, and I strive to provide a warm, safe, and judgment-free space that allows us to collaboratively uncover your inherent strengths and build the life you envision for yourself.
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I'm a licensed MFT in practice since 2008. I am fully trained in EMDR; I obtained EFT Externship certification for couple therapy; I also received DBT and CBT training for anxiety at BECK Institute. I'm familiar with intercultural issues affecting mental health. I have treated individuals and couples from many different backgrounds. I'm fluent in Taiwanese, Mandarin, and English.
I'm a licensed MFT in practice since 2008. I am fully trained in EMDR; I obtained EFT Externship certification for couple therapy; I also received DBT and CBT training for anxiety at BECK Institute. I'm familiar with intercultural issues affecting mental health. I have treated individuals and couples from many different backgrounds. I'm fluent in Taiwanese, Mandarin, and English.
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Audrey E. Seaton-Bacon
Psychologist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
I work with adolescents, adults, individual, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relational and or spiritual concerns, as well as those seeking personal growth.
No matter what you are facing, the experience of being seen, heard, and understood are just as important as the skills you learn to navigate times of anxiety, depression, feeling lost, confused, needing to recover from trauma, or just plain overwhelmed. In working through these painful places, people experience me as being present with them in it; as caring, and compassionate, while jointly working to identify and address the individual or relational issues contributing to their current difficulty. It is a privilege to journey with you as you reclaim your authentic self, your power, and reestablished personal and relational health.
I work with adolescents, adults, individual, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relational and or spiritual concerns, as well as those seeking personal growth.
No matter what you are facing, the experience of being seen, heard, and understood are just as important as the skills you learn to navigate times of anxiety, depression, feeling lost, confused, needing to recover from trauma, or just plain overwhelmed. In working through these painful places, people experience me as being present with them in it; as caring, and compassionate, while jointly working to identify and address the individual or relational issues contributing to their current difficulty. It is a privilege to journey with you as you reclaim your authentic self, your power, and reestablished personal and relational health.
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DTang Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Life is full of challenges that can be joyful, and sometimes filled with sorrow. Therapy can be a very useful process in facing our challenges one step at a time. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services for Young Adults, Adults, and Seniors ranging from depression, anxiety, chronic pain, grief, relationship issues and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.
Life is full of challenges that can be joyful, and sometimes filled with sorrow. Therapy can be a very useful process in facing our challenges one step at a time. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services for Young Adults, Adults, and Seniors ranging from depression, anxiety, chronic pain, grief, relationship issues and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.
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Patricia Mendez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
I use these models to treat depression, anxiety and couple's conflict.
Find the support you need to move past the challenges that hold you back. You don't have to feel "stuck", instead learn to set goals to pursue a happy-balanced life. I work with teens, adults, families and couples. I enjoy working with college students interested in learning how to manage stress and am conveniently located near Whittier College. Discover new ways to communicate with those around you and give yourself the opportunity to experience life differently.
I use these models to treat depression, anxiety and couple's conflict.
Find the support you need to move past the challenges that hold you back. You don't have to feel "stuck", instead learn to set goals to pursue a happy-balanced life. I work with teens, adults, families and couples. I enjoy working with college students interested in learning how to manage stress and am conveniently located near Whittier College. Discover new ways to communicate with those around you and give yourself the opportunity to experience life differently.
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Holding Hope Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Leslie Lopez, a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety and depression. I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges and find healing and growth. With over 9 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of helping countless individuals and couples with issues such as complex trauma, relational problems, self-worth, emotional dysregulation, mood disorders, phobias, and severe anxiety.
Hello, I’m Leslie Lopez, a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety and depression. I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges and find healing and growth. With over 9 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of helping countless individuals and couples with issues such as complex trauma, relational problems, self-worth, emotional dysregulation, mood disorders, phobias, and severe anxiety.
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Cynthia Peña-Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Waitlist for new clients
Are you wanting to improve your relationship with yourself, your family, friends, and/or romantic partner? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, unresolved grief, or trauma? Through therapy we can work towards healing, while identifying underlying thoughts and patterns in order to achieve long term progress. Gaining insight about our own internal "blue print" can afford us the ability to make changes that can potentially change the direction of our lives. I take a very eclectic approach, as I utilize interventions from various theoretical approaches, in order to tailor therapy to each particular client.
Are you wanting to improve your relationship with yourself, your family, friends, and/or romantic partner? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, unresolved grief, or trauma? Through therapy we can work towards healing, while identifying underlying thoughts and patterns in order to achieve long term progress. Gaining insight about our own internal "blue print" can afford us the ability to make changes that can potentially change the direction of our lives. I take a very eclectic approach, as I utilize interventions from various theoretical approaches, in order to tailor therapy to each particular client.
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Derik Lu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 (Online Only)
Feeling depressed and worried most of the time, stressed out, angry, and having distressing memories. Don't let these problems stop you from living a meaningful life. You are NOT alone and I am here to SUPPORT you. Therapy is a personal journey which can lead to changes in life perspectives and experiences. You can make choices that fit your values as you know more of events and yourself. It can be achieved through the process of bringing the subconsciousness to the conscious. Together with the evidence-based practices, you will learn to identify inner conflicts and develop strategies to cope with difficulty emotions and thoughts.
Feeling depressed and worried most of the time, stressed out, angry, and having distressing memories. Don't let these problems stop you from living a meaningful life. You are NOT alone and I am here to SUPPORT you. Therapy is a personal journey which can lead to changes in life perspectives and experiences. You can make choices that fit your values as you know more of events and yourself. It can be achieved through the process of bringing the subconsciousness to the conscious. Together with the evidence-based practices, you will learn to identify inner conflicts and develop strategies to cope with difficulty emotions and thoughts.
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Cesar Rauda Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, and trauma.
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS in CA for in person and online and in Florida online ONLY. The process of finding the right therapist can be challenging and stressful. Finding the right therapist for you means finding a therapist who you can connect with, feel safe with, and who understands you. My hope is to make this process as easy as possible. I will offer you support in improving your mental health by collaborating with you towards achieving healthier & fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, and trauma.
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS in CA for in person and online and in Florida online ONLY. The process of finding the right therapist can be challenging and stressful. Finding the right therapist for you means finding a therapist who you can connect with, feel safe with, and who understands you. My hope is to make this process as easy as possible. I will offer you support in improving your mental health by collaborating with you towards achieving healthier & fulfilling relationships.
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Travis Michael Mead
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
I have been a licensed psychotherapist for 43 years and have developed a number of specialties over the years. These include the treatment of traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin issues, dissociative disorders, mind/body issues, eating disorders, stress management, coping skills training and relaxation training. Besides Cognitive Therapy, I utilize EMDR, hypnosis and Alpha-Stim in my therapeutic work with clients. I also do "parts work", as in Internal Family Systems and Ericksonian Psychotherapy. I do in-person sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays. I do Telehealth sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays.
I have been a licensed psychotherapist for 43 years and have developed a number of specialties over the years. These include the treatment of traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin issues, dissociative disorders, mind/body issues, eating disorders, stress management, coping skills training and relaxation training. Besides Cognitive Therapy, I utilize EMDR, hypnosis and Alpha-Stim in my therapeutic work with clients. I also do "parts work", as in Internal Family Systems and Ericksonian Psychotherapy. I do in-person sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays. I do Telehealth sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays.
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Jonathan Hsu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
I have experience working with children, individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in therapy, Christian counseling, and pastoral counseling. With children, the focus of my experience have been play therapy and sand tray therapy, focusing on children with emotional and behavioral problems like ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, bipolar, self-mutilation/cutting, and anxiety disorder. I also have experience in working with individuals with depression, mood disorders, and anxiety, particularly with men's issues and addiction. In working with families and couples, I've focused on improving communications, creating better understanding for each other, and improving intimacy.
I have experience working with children, individuals, couples, families, and adolescents in therapy, Christian counseling, and pastoral counseling. With children, the focus of my experience have been play therapy and sand tray therapy, focusing on children with emotional and behavioral problems like ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, bipolar, self-mutilation/cutting, and anxiety disorder. I also have experience in working with individuals with depression, mood disorders, and anxiety, particularly with men's issues and addiction. In working with families and couples, I've focused on improving communications, creating better understanding for each other, and improving intimacy.
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Monica Perez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Welcome! I'm passionate about fostering genuine connections and guiding individuals and couples toward holistic healing and growth. My therapeutic approach is centered around authenticity, collaboration, and a client-focused mindset. I’ve supported individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship and family issues, identity exploration, and self-esteem concerns.
Welcome! I'm passionate about fostering genuine connections and guiding individuals and couples toward holistic healing and growth. My therapeutic approach is centered around authenticity, collaboration, and a client-focused mindset. I’ve supported individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship and family issues, identity exploration, and self-esteem concerns.
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Dr. Maria del Carmen Gutierrez
Psychological Associate, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
I help clients with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, parenting, personality disorders, PTSD, recent immigrants, adjustment, domestic violence and childhood trauma.
Would you like to have a better relationship with yourself and with your body? I take a depth-oriented approach to helping you resolve early trauma, release shame, and develop a more secure way of relating to yourself and to others. The more deeply you understand yourself, the more you will be empowered to make healthier choices and live more present in the moment. I believe it is possible to connect to the joy in your life. As we work together in therapy, I will help you connect with your emotions, so they stop affecting your body, behavior, and relationships.
I help clients with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, parenting, personality disorders, PTSD, recent immigrants, adjustment, domestic violence and childhood trauma.
Would you like to have a better relationship with yourself and with your body? I take a depth-oriented approach to helping you resolve early trauma, release shame, and develop a more secure way of relating to yourself and to others. The more deeply you understand yourself, the more you will be empowered to make healthier choices and live more present in the moment. I believe it is possible to connect to the joy in your life. As we work together in therapy, I will help you connect with your emotions, so they stop affecting your body, behavior, and relationships.
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Maribel Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC, Hablo, Espanol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
(**Hablo español) Making the decision to begin therapy is not an easy task. With your best interest in mind, I strive to provide a trusting, safe, and supportive environment. Whether your concerns include depression, anxiety, adjustment, relationship, or family issues, or you would like to work on enhancing your strengths, personal or career-related, or improving your self-esteem, we can work collaboratively in setting goals that can help you.
(**Hablo español) Making the decision to begin therapy is not an easy task. With your best interest in mind, I strive to provide a trusting, safe, and supportive environment. Whether your concerns include depression, anxiety, adjustment, relationship, or family issues, or you would like to work on enhancing your strengths, personal or career-related, or improving your self-esteem, we can work collaboratively in setting goals that can help you.
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Specializing in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. How can we talk about what matters, if talking is too painful? Mindfulness-based movement and expression therapy can help first regulate and calm the nervous system before diving into the analytical work. This makes the process not only more comfortable for you but also more effective. I understand the importance of listening to your own experience first, you already know the answers, I’m just here to guide you to them.
Specializing in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. How can we talk about what matters, if talking is too painful? Mindfulness-based movement and expression therapy can help first regulate and calm the nervous system before diving into the analytical work. This makes the process not only more comfortable for you but also more effective. I understand the importance of listening to your own experience first, you already know the answers, I’m just here to guide you to them.
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Elaine Kindle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Is your life overwhelming, out-of-control? Are you unmotivated; defeated? Has your self-esteem tanked? Have you lost passion for work...or for life? Are you burned-out? Do you keep trying to succeed but feel you're going nowhere? Have friends said "just get over it" ... something happened to you in the past ...but you just can't seem to shake if off? Change is possible.
Is your life overwhelming, out-of-control? Are you unmotivated; defeated? Has your self-esteem tanked? Have you lost passion for work...or for life? Are you burned-out? Do you keep trying to succeed but feel you're going nowhere? Have friends said "just get over it" ... something happened to you in the past ...but you just can't seem to shake if off? Change is possible.
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White Star Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 (Online Only)
I believe that mental health care should be a priority for everyone. Choosing to receive services in the mental health care field is just as normal as visiting your doctor. I have experience working with families, veterans, as well as those suffering from substance abuse and addiction. I look forward to working with you on your mental health journey.
I believe that mental health care should be a priority for everyone. Choosing to receive services in the mental health care field is just as normal as visiting your doctor. I have experience working with families, veterans, as well as those suffering from substance abuse and addiction. I look forward to working with you on your mental health journey.
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I'm Cassandra, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I've worked with people struggling with relationship issues, women's issues, infertility, marital/pre-marital issues, spirituality, and more. My ideal client is someone who is struggling with knowing what to do next. They are likely overwhelmed but are also tired of inaction and are trying to find a way out of the mess. My top modalities are CBT, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based therapy. I also like to practice faith-based counseling but that is something that a client would have to request.
I'm Cassandra, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I've worked with people struggling with relationship issues, women's issues, infertility, marital/pre-marital issues, spirituality, and more. My ideal client is someone who is struggling with knowing what to do next. They are likely overwhelmed but are also tired of inaction and are trying to find a way out of the mess. My top modalities are CBT, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based therapy. I also like to practice faith-based counseling but that is something that a client would have to request.
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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.