Therapy for Anxiety
Healing from Anxiety Starts with Believing Change Is Possible
Anxiety Therapy in Walnut Creek & Remotely in California
Anxiety is something many people experience, yet it’s often surrounded by silence or misunderstanding. Whether it shows up as a general feeling of restlessness, panic attacks, or social anxiety, it can interfere with your ability to feel connected, present, and confident in everyday life. If you frequently feel on edge, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns of overthinking, therapy can offer the guidance and space you need to heal and reconnect with yourself.
As a licensed anxiety therapist, I offer a warm, collaborative environment where we slow things down and explore what’s happening beneath the surface. Our work will focus on uncovering what’s fueling your anxiety, helping you build trust in your responses, and empowering you with tools for lasting change. Whether you’re seeking anxiety therapy in Walnut Creek or looking for the flexibility of online anxiety treatment, I tailor each session to meet you where you are.
What Is Therapy—and How Can It Help?
Therapy for anxiety offers a dedicated space to explore your inner world and make sense of your anxiety without judgment or pressure. Anxiety often stems from deeper layers of experience—maybe early life stress, trauma, perfectionism, or a deep fear of losing control. By understanding these root causes, therapy helps you shift how you respond to stress and begin relating to yourself from a place of compassion instead of criticism.
In our sessions, I draw from evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and somatic practices while keeping our work grounded in your lived experience. These approaches can help you challenge anxious thinking, regulate your emotions, and tune into what your body needs to feel safe.
Among the many therapists for anxiety out there, my approach is unique in combining depth and practicality. You’ll have space to feel, question, and reflect, but you’ll also leave sessions with tools you can apply to real-life situations—tools that gradually help reduce anxiety’s grip on your life.
Understanding the Nervous System’s Role
Anxiety doesn’t live only in your thoughts—it’s also held in the body. That racing heart, tight chest, or feeling of urgency is a sign your nervous system is stuck in a heightened state of alert. One of the most supportive aspects of working with a therapist who specializes in anxiety, like myself, is learning to recognize these physical signals and restore a sense of internal safety.
In therapy, we’ll bring attention to how your body responds to stress and develop strategies for calming your system in the moment. This may include breathwork, grounding, or simply noticing and naming sensations. When your body begins to feel safe, your mind tends to follow.
This somatic approach is especially useful for teens and young adults who may struggle to name their emotions but feel them deeply. If you're searching for the best anxiety therapist for yourself or your child, I use age-appropriate, evidence-based strategies that support long-term change.
Therapy That Fits Into Your Life
Sometimes the biggest obstacle to getting help is logistics. Whether you’re a busy student, working professional, or simply prefer the privacy of your own space, I offer online therapy to make care more accessible. I also offer in-person sessions at my office in Walnut Creek.
Virtual sessions are secure, personalized, and as effective as in-person therapy. Whether we meet online or in my Walnut Creek office, the heart of the work remains the same: a meaningful relationship and support that meets you where you are.
Online anxiety treatment is also ideal for those navigating social anxiety, allowing you to start in a comfortable environment and gradually build confidence in facing the outside world.
What to Expect in Our Work Together
If you’ve never been to therapy, it’s normal to wonder what it will feel like. In our first sessions, we’ll take time to understand your story—what brings you here, what you’re hoping for, and what kind of support feels helpful. You’ll never be rushed or expected to share more than you’re ready for.
Therapists who specialize in anxiety often talk about patterns, and for good reason. Anxiety has a way of looping us into “what if” thinking, overanalyzing, or avoiding the very things that could bring relief. Together, we’ll gently interrupt those patterns and explore new ways of responding to stress with clarity instead of panic.
Therapy isn’t about perfection or instant transformation. But over time, with care and consistency, many people find that anxiety no longer takes the lead. You’ll build emotional tools, deepen your self-understanding, and reconnect with parts of yourself that anxiety may have overshadowed.
Rediscovering Your Strengths
One of anxiety’s most painful effects is how it distorts your sense of self. It can convince you that you’re fragile, incapable, or not doing enough. In therapy, we work to reconnect with the parts of you that are strong, resourceful, and resilient—because they’ve been there all along.
Working with an experienced therapist for social anxiety or general anxiety can help you reframe your experience: anxiety isn’t a flaw, it’s a message. Together, we’ll explore what that message might be telling you—and how to respond to it with more kindness and courage.
If you're exploring therapists for anxiety in the area, I’d be honored to support you. Whether you're just starting to consider therapy or looking for a new approach, you deserve support that feels both real and empowering.