Anxiety Therapists in La Canada, CA

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Shauna McManus
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
Waitlist for new clients
An ideal client match would be an adult requesting support with anxiety, mood symptoms, family/relationship issues, life transition difficulties, identity struggles and faith-based/spirituality concerns.
My work is my passion and I consider it a privilege to provide mental health support to my clients. Through my experiences working at UCLA, Caltech, Fuller and Pepperdine universities, I have gained a rich understanding of emerging adulthood and life transitions. I offer individual and group therapy (telehealth/in-person) through my private practice in Pasadena, CA.
An ideal client match would be an adult requesting support with anxiety, mood symptoms, family/relationship issues, life transition difficulties, identity struggles and faith-based/spirituality concerns.
My work is my passion and I consider it a privilege to provide mental health support to my clients. Through my experiences working at UCLA, Caltech, Fuller and Pepperdine universities, I have gained a rich understanding of emerging adulthood and life transitions. I offer individual and group therapy (telehealth/in-person) through my private practice in Pasadena, CA.
(424) 260-6411 View (424) 260-6411
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Vanessa Greco
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
My goal is to help adults, teens, families and couples to find inner happiness. I provide psychotherapy using cognitive behavioral skills to provide my clients with the right tools for change. I specialize in anxiety disorders, menopause issues, teen challenges, grief and loss. Life balance is what is the most important goal for me to help my clients achieve. My therapeutic philosophy centers on empowering clients to unlock their true potential through exploring and working through how life has shaped you. Let's heal old wounds and find healthy change.
My goal is to help adults, teens, families and couples to find inner happiness. I provide psychotherapy using cognitive behavioral skills to provide my clients with the right tools for change. I specialize in anxiety disorders, menopause issues, teen challenges, grief and loss. Life balance is what is the most important goal for me to help my clients achieve. My therapeutic philosophy centers on empowering clients to unlock their true potential through exploring and working through how life has shaped you. Let's heal old wounds and find healthy change.
(951) 566-4587 View (951) 566-4587
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PsychE Therapy Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
PsychE Therapy Inc. was created by Dr. Elleni Koulos to promote overall wellness and healing, with a focus on treating the whole person. We value and emphasize the connection between Mind, Body, Soul, Spirit and Heart. Each of us face challenges on our unique journey through life, at times resulting in feelings of depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and body image issues. PsychE Therapy Inc. will work with you and your family to provide support and to develop a specialized treatment plan to meet your specific needs. This may include traditional talk therapy, art, music and other therapeutic interventions.
PsychE Therapy Inc. was created by Dr. Elleni Koulos to promote overall wellness and healing, with a focus on treating the whole person. We value and emphasize the connection between Mind, Body, Soul, Spirit and Heart. Each of us face challenges on our unique journey through life, at times resulting in feelings of depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and body image issues. PsychE Therapy Inc. will work with you and your family to provide support and to develop a specialized treatment plan to meet your specific needs. This may include traditional talk therapy, art, music and other therapeutic interventions.
(818) 790-0418 View (818) 790-0418
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Michael Obarski
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011  (Online Only)
I work with people struggling with a variety of specific issues including: life transitions; relationship enhancement; work problems; and codependency; as well as depression and anxiety related problems including phobias, anger, panic, and stress related physiological problems (dermatologic, gastrointestinal, rheumatologic, and cardiac).
My approach to therapy is focused on facilitating change in both perception and behavior leading to enhanced quality of life. The process is focused both historically (looking at early developmental experience) and in the moment (current perceptions, fears, and values that shape our current behavior). I find we each view the world in a unique way related specifically to our own developmental experiences and that view shapes what we expect from ourselves and others. It affects the decisions we make, and the direction our life takes, sometimes without us being fully aware of this powerful influencing force.
I work with people struggling with a variety of specific issues including: life transitions; relationship enhancement; work problems; and codependency; as well as depression and anxiety related problems including phobias, anger, panic, and stress related physiological problems (dermatologic, gastrointestinal, rheumatologic, and cardiac).
My approach to therapy is focused on facilitating change in both perception and behavior leading to enhanced quality of life. The process is focused both historically (looking at early developmental experience) and in the moment (current perceptions, fears, and values that shape our current behavior). I find we each view the world in a unique way related specifically to our own developmental experiences and that view shapes what we expect from ourselves and others. It affects the decisions we make, and the direction our life takes, sometimes without us being fully aware of this powerful influencing force.
(626) 385-8982 View (626) 385-8982
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Kay Simmeth - Simmeth Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
Are anxiety and stress holding you back from enjoying life? Together, we can identify and challenge unproductive thoughts and emotions, guiding you toward greater well-being and confidence. As an EMDR Consultant certified in EMDR, Havening, and various body therapies that incorporate Nervous System Regulation, I’ve found these approaches effective in helping clients reduce anxiety, enhance their sense of self, and move forward with confidence. For those seeking a holistic mind-body approach, we also integrate Metabolic Mental Health per the research of Dr.'s Georgia Ede and Chris Palmer.
Are anxiety and stress holding you back from enjoying life? Together, we can identify and challenge unproductive thoughts and emotions, guiding you toward greater well-being and confidence. As an EMDR Consultant certified in EMDR, Havening, and various body therapies that incorporate Nervous System Regulation, I’ve found these approaches effective in helping clients reduce anxiety, enhance their sense of self, and move forward with confidence. For those seeking a holistic mind-body approach, we also integrate Metabolic Mental Health per the research of Dr.'s Georgia Ede and Chris Palmer.
(818) 963-9085 View (818) 963-9085
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Victoria Gutierrez-Kovner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
I have experience working with trauma, adoption, depression and anxiety.
Do you want to make changes in your life? Do you want to make healthy choices that will enable you to reach your full potential? Psychotherapy provides a healing relationship - a second chance at discovering our capacity to grow, to love, to reflect and to change how we react to the world around us. Through the connection of the therapeutic relationship, one is able to transform patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Today you are one step closer to creating positive changes in your life. It would be an honor and a privilege to join you on this journey!
I have experience working with trauma, adoption, depression and anxiety.
Do you want to make changes in your life? Do you want to make healthy choices that will enable you to reach your full potential? Psychotherapy provides a healing relationship - a second chance at discovering our capacity to grow, to love, to reflect and to change how we react to the world around us. Through the connection of the therapeutic relationship, one is able to transform patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Today you are one step closer to creating positive changes in your life. It would be an honor and a privilege to join you on this journey!
(626) 658-3372 View (626) 658-3372
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Amoret Kaufman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
Using CBT, EMDR, and other tools, we'll manage anxiety, family conflicts, trauma/PTSD, attention/ADHD, school issues, career challenges, identity, sexuality, intimacy, co-dependence, and juggling multiple roles/priorities.
Whether it's ADHD, anxiety, or "old stuff" from the past, you want the feelings and thoughts to stop interrupting your (or your family's) life. Often, it's our ability to see things from a different perspective that allows us to start healing, re-connecting, and making the changes we want, to enjoy greater academic and professional success, freedom from painful memories, and stronger emotional health.
Using CBT, EMDR, and other tools, we'll manage anxiety, family conflicts, trauma/PTSD, attention/ADHD, school issues, career challenges, identity, sexuality, intimacy, co-dependence, and juggling multiple roles/priorities.
Whether it's ADHD, anxiety, or "old stuff" from the past, you want the feelings and thoughts to stop interrupting your (or your family's) life. Often, it's our ability to see things from a different perspective that allows us to start healing, re-connecting, and making the changes we want, to enjoy greater academic and professional success, freedom from painful memories, and stronger emotional health.
(818) 794-1025 View (818) 794-1025
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Sonia Kazandjian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91012
Are you dragging through each day in a repetitive and mind-numbing cycle? Have you traded merely surviving instead of thriving? Are you depressed, anxious, and wondering if life has more to offer? If so, therapy can help you achieve a more satisfying relationship and more rewarding work. I would be pleased to assist you on your journey to discover your full potential.
Are you dragging through each day in a repetitive and mind-numbing cycle? Have you traded merely surviving instead of thriving? Are you depressed, anxious, and wondering if life has more to offer? If so, therapy can help you achieve a more satisfying relationship and more rewarding work. I would be pleased to assist you on your journey to discover your full potential.
(818) 862-3841 View (818) 862-3841
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Stephenie H Lievense
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
I have had advanced training in couples counseling, marriage enrichment, parenting, intimacy issues and anxiety.
Is your relationship trapped in a pattern of anger, resentment and withdrawal? Are you tired of feeling like your worst version of yourself within your most precious relationship? There is a way out. Working together, we will uncover early painful experiences and the resulting coping behaviors that cause destruction in your relationships with others and with yourself. My hope is that our time together will restore you both to your best selves, allowing you and your partner come back to one another - not in the old way, but in a new way that offers long term connection and safety together.
I have had advanced training in couples counseling, marriage enrichment, parenting, intimacy issues and anxiety.
Is your relationship trapped in a pattern of anger, resentment and withdrawal? Are you tired of feeling like your worst version of yourself within your most precious relationship? There is a way out. Working together, we will uncover early painful experiences and the resulting coping behaviors that cause destruction in your relationships with others and with yourself. My hope is that our time together will restore you both to your best selves, allowing you and your partner come back to one another - not in the old way, but in a new way that offers long term connection and safety together.
(626) 465-7960 View (626) 465-7960
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Lilli Rouleau
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011  (Online Only)
I work with kids and grownups who are looking to be heard and understood. I provide support by listening with empathy, teaching skills to help manage anxiety/depression, and finding solutions to complex social situations.
I work with kids and grownups who are looking to be heard and understood. I provide support by listening with empathy, teaching skills to help manage anxiety/depression, and finding solutions to complex social situations.
(626) 765-3190 View (626) 765-3190
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David Lorentzen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
I am an experienced psychologist specializing in the treatment of adults, children, teens, and families. With adults, I help with life transitions, improve relationships with loved ones, overcome worries, sadness, and destructive habits, and build confidence. I am up-to-date with the research in treating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, and adult ADD. With children, I help with ADHD, behavior problems, self-esteem issues, coping with major life transitions, and fighting within the family. If your child acts-out, seems distractible, or needs someone to talk to during difficult times, I can help.
I am an experienced psychologist specializing in the treatment of adults, children, teens, and families. With adults, I help with life transitions, improve relationships with loved ones, overcome worries, sadness, and destructive habits, and build confidence. I am up-to-date with the research in treating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, and adult ADD. With children, I help with ADHD, behavior problems, self-esteem issues, coping with major life transitions, and fighting within the family. If your child acts-out, seems distractible, or needs someone to talk to during difficult times, I can help.
(818) 523-4628 View (818) 523-4628
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Curtis Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, DMin, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
The most fascinating and important part of my job as a therapist is how to have a really good conversation. It may sound too simple, but it cuts to the heart of what to expect from therapy. Through good conversation, you experience connection and understanding. When we are understood, difficult feelings change with resulting freedoms to engage life. Trained both as a Marriage and Family therapist and a psychoanalyst, I work with complex relationship issues, divorce and blended families, depression, anxiety, addictions, men's issues, and sexual trauma recovery, and integration of psychology and faith/spirituality.
The most fascinating and important part of my job as a therapist is how to have a really good conversation. It may sound too simple, but it cuts to the heart of what to expect from therapy. Through good conversation, you experience connection and understanding. When we are understood, difficult feelings change with resulting freedoms to engage life. Trained both as a Marriage and Family therapist and a psychoanalyst, I work with complex relationship issues, divorce and blended families, depression, anxiety, addictions, men's issues, and sexual trauma recovery, and integration of psychology and faith/spirituality.
(626) 593-9837 View (626) 593-9837
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Heather R Halpern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I have helped more than 5,500 clients in the last 30 years. I am dedicated to helping men, women, couples, children, and families achieve greater well-being and success. I am gentle, focused, and direct in helping people successfully resolve: Signs or Symptoms of Depression or Anxiety, Life stressors such as Family and Work Problems, Grief, Loss, Marital Distress or Divorce, Parenting, Child and Adolescent Issues, Health Related Adjustment Issues, Post Traumatic Stress.
In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I have helped more than 5,500 clients in the last 30 years. I am dedicated to helping men, women, couples, children, and families achieve greater well-being and success. I am gentle, focused, and direct in helping people successfully resolve: Signs or Symptoms of Depression or Anxiety, Life stressors such as Family and Work Problems, Grief, Loss, Marital Distress or Divorce, Parenting, Child and Adolescent Issues, Health Related Adjustment Issues, Post Traumatic Stress.
(626) 935-9961 View (626) 935-9961
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Glenda Corstorphine
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
I help people understand the triggers that lead to anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I enjoy working with people who are open to looking at themselves in new and different ways. I help clients explore how their issues develop and how to make healthy choices toward change. I believe we are all influenced by our most important relationships and in therapy I help clients figure out how past relational patterns are being repeated right now. When we can understand that, we can create new relationship possibilities that work better. I enjoy working with graduate students and professionals in the community. I love helping clients who are involved in the arts (musicians, actors, painters, dancers).
I help people understand the triggers that lead to anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I enjoy working with people who are open to looking at themselves in new and different ways. I help clients explore how their issues develop and how to make healthy choices toward change. I believe we are all influenced by our most important relationships and in therapy I help clients figure out how past relational patterns are being repeated right now. When we can understand that, we can create new relationship possibilities that work better. I enjoy working with graduate students and professionals in the community. I love helping clients who are involved in the arts (musicians, actors, painters, dancers).
(626) 594-9178 View (626) 594-9178
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Britney Holthouser
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
I specialize in neurodiversity (including Autism, giftedness, ADHD), anxiety, & personal growth.
I will call you back same day to help you find the right fit! Animating Principle & my second location, Animating Principle's Workshop, are leading the way in modernized therapy & coaching with individualized services. I am accessible, & offer a one-of-a-kind experience in a uniquely-designed space. Therapy & coaching approaches are completely tailored to each individual. I work with all ages on a variety of mental health and personal growth topics in Montrose. For more information, visit www.animating-principle.com. I offer boutique therapy & coaching. I also offer ADHD and Autism assessments.
I specialize in neurodiversity (including Autism, giftedness, ADHD), anxiety, & personal growth.
I will call you back same day to help you find the right fit! Animating Principle & my second location, Animating Principle's Workshop, are leading the way in modernized therapy & coaching with individualized services. I am accessible, & offer a one-of-a-kind experience in a uniquely-designed space. Therapy & coaching approaches are completely tailored to each individual. I work with all ages on a variety of mental health and personal growth topics in Montrose. For more information, visit www.animating-principle.com. I offer boutique therapy & coaching. I also offer ADHD and Autism assessments.
(818) 593-0651 View (818) 593-0651
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Ida S. Karayan
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, CBT
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
During this extraordinary time of increased stress and uncertainty many of us are overwhelmed; facing pain, fear and anxiety as never before. I am an expert in working with clients to confront these challenges. I customize therapeutic methods and help clients develop strategies to overcome individual issues and achieve a balanced approach to life under any circumstances. After 20 years I am still constantly researching, and employ both old and new approaches with my clients. Client relationships are built on a foundation of trust and understanding, and I ensure a safe and professional environment, in-person or through telehealth.
During this extraordinary time of increased stress and uncertainty many of us are overwhelmed; facing pain, fear and anxiety as never before. I am an expert in working with clients to confront these challenges. I customize therapeutic methods and help clients develop strategies to overcome individual issues and achieve a balanced approach to life under any circumstances. After 20 years I am still constantly researching, and employ both old and new approaches with my clients. Client relationships are built on a foundation of trust and understanding, and I ensure a safe and professional environment, in-person or through telehealth.
(818) 243-9070 View (818) 243-9070
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Ryan A Howes
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011  (Online Only)
Many of my clients focus on relationship issues, depression, anxiety, anger, personal growth, sexuality, infidelity, fitness and sports performance, spirituality, wellness, prevention, and creativity.
You know something isn't working in your life, and you want to figure out what's holding you back. Not a temporary band-aid, you want to get to the root of the problem. I work with adults and couples who want to live life to the fullest - but find obstacles in their thoughts, feelings, relationships, or experiences in their past. Together we'll confront these obstacles at your pace, without judgment.
Many of my clients focus on relationship issues, depression, anxiety, anger, personal growth, sexuality, infidelity, fitness and sports performance, spirituality, wellness, prevention, and creativity.
You know something isn't working in your life, and you want to figure out what's holding you back. Not a temporary band-aid, you want to get to the root of the problem. I work with adults and couples who want to live life to the fullest - but find obstacles in their thoughts, feelings, relationships, or experiences in their past. Together we'll confront these obstacles at your pace, without judgment.
(626) 429-0321 View (626) 429-0321
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Sue Jeong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, ThM, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
Have you ever been lost in a dark forest? You may have felt helpless, out of control, very scared, or confused. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, depression, and grief. If so you need someone to hold your hand and walk with you until you get home safely. When you are going through very painful suffering, your brokenness can lead you to discover how your childhood wound might affect your self-esteem and your relationships.
Have you ever been lost in a dark forest? You may have felt helpless, out of control, very scared, or confused. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, depression, and grief. If so you need someone to hold your hand and walk with you until you get home safely. When you are going through very painful suffering, your brokenness can lead you to discover how your childhood wound might affect your self-esteem and your relationships.
(626) 773-8716 View (626) 773-8716
Luann Martenson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
La Canada, CA 91011
My practice provides a unique blend of therapy and coaching. I specialize in helping individuals realize their full potential. This usually means giving people the boost they need to get from where they are to where they want to be. I help people manage transitions, anxiety, depression, adult attention deficit disorder, work place concerns, relationship issues, and look at factors that promote balance both professional and personal needs. My effectiveness in coaching developed as the result of first-hand executive-level experience where I have coached both executives and managers.
My practice provides a unique blend of therapy and coaching. I specialize in helping individuals realize their full potential. This usually means giving people the boost they need to get from where they are to where they want to be. I help people manage transitions, anxiety, depression, adult attention deficit disorder, work place concerns, relationship issues, and look at factors that promote balance both professional and personal needs. My effectiveness in coaching developed as the result of first-hand executive-level experience where I have coached both executives and managers.
(626) 869-8917 View (626) 869-8917
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Brett Veltman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
La Canada, CA 91011
Relationships can be tough. But they can also be a source of great connection and joy. Are you struggling in your most important relationships? Or having conflicting feelings about the people in your life? Maybe you're feeling anxious or depressed? Or struggling to understand the changes taking place with your child or adolescent? Whatever struggle you're facing, you don't need face them on your own.
Relationships can be tough. But they can also be a source of great connection and joy. Are you struggling in your most important relationships? Or having conflicting feelings about the people in your life? Maybe you're feeling anxious or depressed? Or struggling to understand the changes taking place with your child or adolescent? Whatever struggle you're facing, you don't need face them on your own.
(626) 263-7528 View (626) 263-7528
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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.