Anxiety Therapists in Tujunga, CA
My primary experience is working with adolescents and parents with a wide range of concerns ranging from Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief/loss, and more.
It may have taken you a long time to start this search for a therapist. This is a first big step for many–one that took courage and self-love. Life can be really rough and sometimes the judgement of our families, society, and culture gets in the way of taking care of our mental health. Free yourself from self-doubt and from racing thoughts that may take over your daily activities and affect your relationships.
My primary experience is working with adolescents and parents with a wide range of concerns ranging from Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief/loss, and more.
It may have taken you a long time to start this search for a therapist. This is a first big step for many–one that took courage and self-love. Life can be really rough and sometimes the judgement of our families, society, and culture gets in the way of taking care of our mental health. Free yourself from self-doubt and from racing thoughts that may take over your daily activities and affect your relationships.
Is your child/teen suffering from emotional pain? Are you feeling hopeless and frustrated with your child’s constant worrying, lack of motivation, social skills, struggles at school and difficulties with communication? Are you running out of ideas of what to say and do because disciplining, consequences and removing privileges are not getting you the results you want? Through effective clinical practices, your child can learn to turn their struggles to victories, fears into power, hopelessness to aspirations, and their dreams to plans!
Is your child/teen suffering from emotional pain? Are you feeling hopeless and frustrated with your child’s constant worrying, lack of motivation, social skills, struggles at school and difficulties with communication? Are you running out of ideas of what to say and do because disciplining, consequences and removing privileges are not getting you the results you want? Through effective clinical practices, your child can learn to turn their struggles to victories, fears into power, hopelessness to aspirations, and their dreams to plans!
Elisabeth S Sadler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tujunga, CA 91042
Are you looking for answers? Did you know that you have all the answers; all you need is within your grasp if you know where to look and how to access them. ANGER, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, or SUBSTANCE ABUSE destroy the spirit of the person as well as their relationships. Finding your true authentic self requires only the repetition of new and productive behaviors for change. Call me and we can start today!
Are you looking for answers? Did you know that you have all the answers; all you need is within your grasp if you know where to look and how to access them. ANGER, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, or SUBSTANCE ABUSE destroy the spirit of the person as well as their relationships. Finding your true authentic self requires only the repetition of new and productive behaviors for change. Call me and we can start today!
Joe Girillo, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tujunga, CA 91042
I've worked in County mental health since 1999, in acute psychiatric care since 2004, 7 years at Las Encinas Hospital Pasadena and 7 more at Adventist Health Glendale. This work has included treating patients with mood disorders, psychosis, active suicidality and chemical dependency to name a few. I spent the 5 years previous to my hospital work in community mental health, serving homeless teens in Hollywood, incarcerated adolescents at Central Juvenile Hall & underserved communities thru middle school & in-home therapy in Central & East L.A., where I counseled teens in trouble, young adults, and blended family couples.
I've worked in County mental health since 1999, in acute psychiatric care since 2004, 7 years at Las Encinas Hospital Pasadena and 7 more at Adventist Health Glendale. This work has included treating patients with mood disorders, psychosis, active suicidality and chemical dependency to name a few. I spent the 5 years previous to my hospital work in community mental health, serving homeless teens in Hollywood, incarcerated adolescents at Central Juvenile Hall & underserved communities thru middle school & in-home therapy in Central & East L.A., where I counseled teens in trouble, young adults, and blended family couples.
The psychotherapeutic relationship is a place for you to experience being accepted, and deeply understood. Good therapy helps foster healthier relationships, life fulfillment, and self-acceptance. I have been in practice as both a Psychologist and Marriage Family Therapist for 25 years, and have extensive clinical experience, using many modalities and treating diverse populations. I am also a trained hypnotherapist. One of my specialties is working with people who are highly sensitive, intuitive, and creative. If this describes you, then you know the unique challenges of being a sensitive person living in a high-stimulus world.
The psychotherapeutic relationship is a place for you to experience being accepted, and deeply understood. Good therapy helps foster healthier relationships, life fulfillment, and self-acceptance. I have been in practice as both a Psychologist and Marriage Family Therapist for 25 years, and have extensive clinical experience, using many modalities and treating diverse populations. I am also a trained hypnotherapist. One of my specialties is working with people who are highly sensitive, intuitive, and creative. If this describes you, then you know the unique challenges of being a sensitive person living in a high-stimulus world.
Rui is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in the treatment of trauma, developmental and attachment trauma, dissociative disorders and reactions to other stressful events in teens and adults. Rui is a certified somatic therapist combining Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, as well as Attachment-Focused Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Rui's approach is holistic (mind-body-spirit), non-violent, mindfulness-based, and attachment-based, as well as based on Interpersonal Neurobiology which is also the foundation of Rui's parenting consultation and coaching practice.
Rui is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in the treatment of trauma, developmental and attachment trauma, dissociative disorders and reactions to other stressful events in teens and adults. Rui is a certified somatic therapist combining Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, as well as Attachment-Focused Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Rui's approach is holistic (mind-body-spirit), non-violent, mindfulness-based, and attachment-based, as well as based on Interpersonal Neurobiology which is also the foundation of Rui's parenting consultation and coaching practice.
Navigating motherhood and everything it comes with can often feel overwhelming. From balancing the needs of both you and your child at the same time to exploring the person you are becoming. Having a safe space to process your transformation into motherhood, the challenges, and the joys serves to support you in connecting to yourself, your purpose, and your authenticity. Sometimes there are feelings of sadness, overwhelm, or just plain feeling like you aren't "good enough". We have all been there! I come from a place of compassion and understanding, ready to explore what parenthood is, to heal, and to grow.
Navigating motherhood and everything it comes with can often feel overwhelming. From balancing the needs of both you and your child at the same time to exploring the person you are becoming. Having a safe space to process your transformation into motherhood, the challenges, and the joys serves to support you in connecting to yourself, your purpose, and your authenticity. Sometimes there are feelings of sadness, overwhelm, or just plain feeling like you aren't "good enough". We have all been there! I come from a place of compassion and understanding, ready to explore what parenthood is, to heal, and to grow.
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Stephenie H Lievense
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Crescenta, CA 91214
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.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on working together with my clients to find a path where they can better navigate through life. I believe the key to successful and effective therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My goal is to provide you with a safe and trusted space where we can explore your feelings and thoughts in a judgement free environment. It is my hope to help you find skills and coping tools to relieve your anxiety, stress and pain so you can grow and develop.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on working together with my clients to find a path where they can better navigate through life. I believe the key to successful and effective therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My goal is to provide you with a safe and trusted space where we can explore your feelings and thoughts in a judgement free environment. It is my hope to help you find skills and coping tools to relieve your anxiety, stress and pain so you can grow and develop.
Some of the child/parenting issues I help with are: anxiety, depression, grief/loss, attachment difficulties, ADHD, OCD, trichotillomania, separation, tantrums, sleep, and sibling rivalry.
When adults and children alike build an understanding of their emotional worlds, they are better equipped to cope with life’s challenges. As your therapist, I will provide an empathic relationship in which we will explore the unique experiences and emotions, both past and present, that bring you to therapy today. Young clients may not yet be able to name their feelings, or have an awareness of what triggers challenging behaviors. Through Play Therapy, I will support your child to process feelings, increase emotional vocabulary, and develop positive coping skills. With older children, I often employ evidence-based CBT/Mindfulness.
Some of the child/parenting issues I help with are: anxiety, depression, grief/loss, attachment difficulties, ADHD, OCD, trichotillomania, separation, tantrums, sleep, and sibling rivalry.
When adults and children alike build an understanding of their emotional worlds, they are better equipped to cope with life’s challenges. As your therapist, I will provide an empathic relationship in which we will explore the unique experiences and emotions, both past and present, that bring you to therapy today. Young clients may not yet be able to name their feelings, or have an awareness of what triggers challenging behaviors. Through Play Therapy, I will support your child to process feelings, increase emotional vocabulary, and develop positive coping skills. With older children, I often employ evidence-based CBT/Mindfulness.
Hi there! My name is Yesenia Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Los Angeles, CA. Fortunately, through the use of telehealth, I am able to work with people throughout the state and Texas as I'm also licensed there. My approach to therapy is holistic as I don't believe that one singular approach works for everyone. The majority of my focus has been working with people with anxiety, depression, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and stress. Typically, my personality and approach tend to align with older teens and young adults.
Hi there! My name is Yesenia Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Los Angeles, CA. Fortunately, through the use of telehealth, I am able to work with people throughout the state and Texas as I'm also licensed there. My approach to therapy is holistic as I don't believe that one singular approach works for everyone. The majority of my focus has been working with people with anxiety, depression, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and stress. Typically, my personality and approach tend to align with older teens and young adults.
Hi There, I'm Dr. Deborah Villanueva, a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health doctor based in Long Beach, California. I provide telehealth services to clients throughout the state and specialize in assisting adolescents and adults with anxiety, stress, life transitions, body-image issues, and other women-related concerns. My therapeutic approach involves utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focus. My ultimate focus and dedication are centered around supporting my clients in making progress toward living a fulfilling life.
Hi There, I'm Dr. Deborah Villanueva, a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health doctor based in Long Beach, California. I provide telehealth services to clients throughout the state and specialize in assisting adolescents and adults with anxiety, stress, life transitions, body-image issues, and other women-related concerns. My therapeutic approach involves utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focus. My ultimate focus and dedication are centered around supporting my clients in making progress toward living a fulfilling life.
I typically work with clients facing a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, complex relationship dynamics, social relationships, social anxiety, and the effects of medical trauma.
Hi there! I'm Lynzie Genel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with License 116340, and I'm excited to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth with you. Welcome to a safe, supportive space where you're free to be your authentic self, to explore, and to transform. My client focus centers on individuals who may have had involvement with the child welfare system and high school students, drawing from my background in the child welfare system and current role as a high school social worker.
I typically work with clients facing a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, complex relationship dynamics, social relationships, social anxiety, and the effects of medical trauma.
Hi there! I'm Lynzie Genel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with License 116340, and I'm excited to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth with you. Welcome to a safe, supportive space where you're free to be your authentic self, to explore, and to transform. My client focus centers on individuals who may have had involvement with the child welfare system and high school students, drawing from my background in the child welfare system and current role as a high school social worker.
Given Guidance Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91214
Many people often experience feelings of being misunderstood or isolated in difficult situations where their loved ones are unable to help them navigate their emotional responses. My approach to therapy is to hear you, to understand your perspective, and to provide a supportive environment for authentic self-expression. I enjoy assisting clients with growth and discovery of new pathways to healing. Whether you are experiencing difficulty with depression, anxiety, communication, trauma, relationships, identity, or growth, I will be able to assist you in processing your experiences by providing guidance toward finding your balance.
Many people often experience feelings of being misunderstood or isolated in difficult situations where their loved ones are unable to help them navigate their emotional responses. My approach to therapy is to hear you, to understand your perspective, and to provide a supportive environment for authentic self-expression. I enjoy assisting clients with growth and discovery of new pathways to healing. Whether you are experiencing difficulty with depression, anxiety, communication, trauma, relationships, identity, or growth, I will be able to assist you in processing your experiences by providing guidance toward finding your balance.
I specialize in helping clients pursue healthy relationships, including: couples work, resolving effects of early trauma, especially CPTS (complex post-traumatic stress), setting boundaries and communicating needs, repairing or deepening partner connection, finding a partner, workplace conflict / career or creative blocks, recognizing & grappling with systemic oppression & intergenerational trauma, increasing social skills/coping with social anxiety.
I specialize in helping clients pursue healthy relationships, including: couples work, resolving effects of early trauma, especially CPTS (complex post-traumatic stress), setting boundaries and communicating needs, repairing or deepening partner connection, finding a partner, workplace conflict / career or creative blocks, recognizing & grappling with systemic oppression & intergenerational trauma, increasing social skills/coping with social anxiety.
Narine Jallatyan (Sister Dhammadinna)
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
La Crescenta, CA 91214 (Online Only)
I approach therapy with the spirit of recognizing the primary human need to find meaning and purpose in life’s situations and experiences, especially those that are painful. So, whether you are experiencing suffering that is the result of anger, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, trauma, or relational distress, my focus (given my training and experience through the years) will be to give you the tools to reduce your suffering and for you to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
I approach therapy with the spirit of recognizing the primary human need to find meaning and purpose in life’s situations and experiences, especially those that are painful. So, whether you are experiencing suffering that is the result of anger, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, trauma, or relational distress, my focus (given my training and experience through the years) will be to give you the tools to reduce your suffering and for you to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
It takes great courage to start processing our pain and feelings, and denying ourselves of this process can lead to trouble (anxiety attacks, physical illnesses due to stress).
All too often we set our feelings aside, thinking we will deal with them later. That's what I did for years. In my early 20's after a near death experience & a massive panic attack my personal journey of healing & growth started. Since, I have been working on my healing, mindset, undoing-behaviors, re-writing my narrative in order to live a happier, productive and purposeful life. Since 2003, I have been operating my empathic coaching practice, & supporting my clients to their right path. If we don't deal with our feelings & past we end up storing them in our minds & bodies, and this is when anxiety & other health issues arise.
It takes great courage to start processing our pain and feelings, and denying ourselves of this process can lead to trouble (anxiety attacks, physical illnesses due to stress).
All too often we set our feelings aside, thinking we will deal with them later. That's what I did for years. In my early 20's after a near death experience & a massive panic attack my personal journey of healing & growth started. Since, I have been working on my healing, mindset, undoing-behaviors, re-writing my narrative in order to live a happier, productive and purposeful life. Since 2003, I have been operating my empathic coaching practice, & supporting my clients to their right path. If we don't deal with our feelings & past we end up storing them in our minds & bodies, and this is when anxiety & other health issues arise.
I am available and ready to support you to manage your anxiety, panic attacks with my specialized hypnotherapy techniques.
On a daily basis we are faced with the choice to embrace our truth or to just live in autopilot blending into a routine of existence. That was me many years ago. Totally stuck, dissatisfied, angry, anxious and unhappy. I knew I had to take responsibility of my own wellbeing. There was a missing link between my day to day reality and the truth of who I was. Over the past 3 decades I have been using the same techniques that got me out of my stuck states to support my clients to live a life of choice and be fulfilled and happy.
I am available and ready to support you to manage your anxiety, panic attacks with my specialized hypnotherapy techniques.
On a daily basis we are faced with the choice to embrace our truth or to just live in autopilot blending into a routine of existence. That was me many years ago. Totally stuck, dissatisfied, angry, anxious and unhappy. I knew I had to take responsibility of my own wellbeing. There was a missing link between my day to day reality and the truth of who I was. Over the past 3 decades I have been using the same techniques that got me out of my stuck states to support my clients to live a life of choice and be fulfilled and happy.
Welcome, my name is Karen Aparcana and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I believe that all humans are capable of making positive changes in their lives and I would love to be a part of your process. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. I work with individuals to navigate depression, anxiety, and issues relating to past traumas. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. My priority is to create a safe space for clients, and I do so by maintaining unconditional positive regard for my clients.
Welcome, my name is Karen Aparcana and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I believe that all humans are capable of making positive changes in their lives and I would love to be a part of your process. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. I work with individuals to navigate depression, anxiety, and issues relating to past traumas. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. My priority is to create a safe space for clients, and I do so by maintaining unconditional positive regard for my clients.
Judith A Verduzco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA
Verified Verified
La Crescenta, CA 91214 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Judith (Judy). I’m a bilingual mental health psychotherapist and founder of Monarchs Therapy, a virtual mental health therapy practice in California. I specialize in treating trauma-related disorders (everything from acute stress to complex PTSD) as well as anxiety, depression, and grief/loss. My other specialties include issues related to personal growth, life transitions, and interpersonal/ relationship conflict.
Hello! My name is Judith (Judy). I’m a bilingual mental health psychotherapist and founder of Monarchs Therapy, a virtual mental health therapy practice in California. I specialize in treating trauma-related disorders (everything from acute stress to complex PTSD) as well as anxiety, depression, and grief/loss. My other specialties include issues related to personal growth, life transitions, and interpersonal/ relationship conflict.
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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.