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Therapy for Anxiety

In-person therapy in West Los Angeles and online therapy throughout California

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Understanding the Roots of Your Anxiety

The experience of intense anxiety & stress is not just an inconvenience, it is often a signal that something deeper is seeking attention. Perhaps you feel overwhelmed by the weight of expectations, or are navigating demanding life transitions and professional pressures. This tension, whether a persistent current of worry or the sudden spike of panic, can leave you feeling perpetually mentally drained and disconnected from your own sense of self.

Many clients arrive describing a sense of being constantly "on edge," unable to quiet a restless mind, or struggling with difficulty concentrating. Anxiety is rarely a simple, surface-level issue; it is often the emotional expression of unacknowledged conflicts, desires, and relationship patterns that are active below the surface of conscious thought.

Located in West Los Angeles, my practice offers a thoughtful, open space to explore these struggles and gently uncover their deeper, unconscious roots.

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Common Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety

Anxiety can take many forms, and can be both obvious and subtle. You may notice:

  • Racing thoughts - persistent worry about things you can’t control

  • Restlessness, muscle tension, shakiness, or tingling sensations

  • Sleep disruption - trouble falling or staying asleep when stressed

  • Mental and physical fatigue; feeling mentally exhausted or drained

  • Difficulty concentrating, indecision, perfectionism, self-criticism

  • Panic-like episodes - shortness of breath, lightheadedness, or dread

My Approach to Working with Anxiety

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Anxiety often feels like a buildup of tension in both mind and body, a signal that something in the present stirs echoes of earlier feelings of helplessness. Together, we can make sense of what underlies that tension and begin to untangle the patterns that keep it in place, allowing for greater ease, clarity, and confidence in daily life.

In our sessions, we will:

  • Slow down and notice: Track the moments when anxiety spikes; what preceded it in thought, feeling, and body.

  • Find the thread: Link present triggers to earlier patterns so the symptom becomes understandable, not random.

  • Strengthen choice: As patterns become clear, you gain room to respond differently, at school, at work, and in relationships.

The Impact of Anxiety on Daily Life

  • School & Work: Procrastination, performance dips, stress that lingers after hours

  • Relationships: Reassurance-seeking, fear of conflict, or withdrawing to cope

  • Decision-Making: Overthinking and difficulty trusting your judgment

  • Body & Sleep: Headaches, stomach upset, and restless nights that compound stress

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. We’ll make the patterns visible, loosen their grip, and help you regain a steadier rhythm day to day.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Anxiety

  • By exploring how anxiety forms around earlier experiences and current relationships, we address both symptom relief and its roots. As the underlying meanings become speakable, the symptom often loosens.

  • Yes, heightened arousal can produce physical symptoms. While fainting during a panic episode is uncommon, lightheadedness can occur. Therapy can help reduce the frequency and intensity of these sensations.

  • We’ll address racing thoughts, nighttime worry loops, and the pressures that keep your system activated. Alongside deeper work, we’ll establish simple, consistent sleep supports.

  • Yes, sessions are offered in person in West LA and virtually across California.