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If your mind won't slow down and your body is always braced for the worst, you're not alone—and it can get better. I help adults and young adults across California find steadier ground.
Anxiety has a way of convincing you it's keeping you safe. It scans for danger, rehearses worst-case scenarios, and keeps you a step ahead of every possible problem. The trouble is, it rarely turns off—so you end up exhausted, on edge, and disconnected from the present moment. Whether it shows up as racing thoughts, physical tension, panic, or a low constant hum of dread, anxiety is one of the most treatable things people bring to therapy.
Together we'll do two things at once: understand what's driving the anxiety underneath, and build practical skills you can use the moment it flares.
Signs therapy could help
- A mind that races or won't switch off
- Constant worry or anticipating the worst
- Physical tension, restlessness, or trouble sleeping
- Panic, racing heart, or feeling out of control
- Avoiding situations that trigger anxiety
- Overthinking decisions or seeking reassurance
- Feeling 'on' all the time and unable to relax
- Perfectionism or fear of letting people down
You don't need to be in crisis to deserve support. If a few of these resonate, that's reason enough to reach out.
How I help with anxiety
Quick fixes rarely hold, because anxiety usually has roots. So we work on both levels—relief now, and change that lasts.
Practical skills for right now
From CBT and DBT, you'll learn to recognize anxious thought patterns, interrupt spirals, and calm an activated nervous system. These are concrete, usable tools you can carry into daily life.
Understanding the roots
With an insight-oriented, psychodynamic lens, we explore where the anxiety learned to live—often in old experiences, relationships, or pressures—so we can resolve it at the source rather than just managing symptoms.
When anxiety and trauma overlap
Sometimes a body that's always on alert is responding to past experiences. When that's the case, EMDR and the Trauma Resiliency Model can help settle the nervous system at a deeper level.
Ready to talk it through?
Every relationship starts with a free, no-pressure consultation across California.
Request your consultationWhat people often ask
How quickly will I feel better?
Many people feel some relief early on, simply from understanding what's happening and learning a few tools. Lasting change tends to unfold over a few months of consistent work.
Do I need medication?
Therapy helps many people without medication, though for some it's a useful addition. I'm not a prescriber, but I'm glad to coordinate with your physician or a psychiatrist if you want to explore it.
Is online therapy effective for anxiety?
Yes. Research and experience both show telehealth works well for anxiety, and many clients find it easier to open up from a comfortable, familiar space.
What if it's panic attacks?
Panic is very responsive to treatment. We'll work on understanding what's happening in your body and building skills to ride out and reduce panic over time.
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If you're ready to feel more like yourself again, I'd be glad to help. Reach out for a free consultation.
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