Photo of Sabine Starr in 92103, CA
Sabine Starr
ACC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Do you have free floating anxiety, feel alone and overwhelmed and/or important decisions to make? Do you desire to feel a strong belonging in your life? I can help you gain clarity and live a fulfilling life within your current situation and onward to your goals. Life will start to feel right again, as it should. My specialty is to find and offer what gets you results and empowers you.
Do you have free floating anxiety, feel alone and overwhelmed and/or important decisions to make? Do you desire to feel a strong belonging in your life? I can help you gain clarity and live a fulfilling life within your current situation and onward to your goals. Life will start to feel right again, as it should. My specialty is to find and offer what gets you results and empowers you.
(619) 373-1622 View (619) 373-1622
Photo of Shelley Davidescu, Marriage & Family Therapist in 92103, CA
Shelley Davidescu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
**VIDEO & IN PERSON SESSIONS AVAILABLE**Tossing and turning, can't sleep, worried all the time and so much change feels uncertain. Though I've never met you, I imagine how uncertain it feels to have so much change happening at once and your relationships under stress. Whether you're in a relationship or just ended one, you probably find yourself overthinking and feeling lonely and disconnected. Sometimes you just need to talk things out in a safe place with zero judgment with a strategy and a direction towards a solution.
**VIDEO & IN PERSON SESSIONS AVAILABLE**Tossing and turning, can't sleep, worried all the time and so much change feels uncertain. Though I've never met you, I imagine how uncertain it feels to have so much change happening at once and your relationships under stress. Whether you're in a relationship or just ended one, you probably find yourself overthinking and feeling lonely and disconnected. Sometimes you just need to talk things out in a safe place with zero judgment with a strategy and a direction towards a solution.
(619) 552-2506 View (619) 552-2506
Photo of Barbara Cox, Psychologist in 92103, CA
Barbara Cox
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
Is life feeling like a struggle? Let's work together to help you feel better than you have in a long time. We can work together to clear anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, work stress, uncover your strengths and purpose, enjoy your life again. If you feel stuck, afraid or down, we can work together to get you feeling calm and centered. I have specialties in treating anxiety disorders, as well as work stress and professional burnout. I enjoy working with many types of clients, + therapy to other therapists. Check out my book for women 'The Muse Process: Unleashing the Power of the Feminine'. I look forward to helping you!
Is life feeling like a struggle? Let's work together to help you feel better than you have in a long time. We can work together to clear anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, work stress, uncover your strengths and purpose, enjoy your life again. If you feel stuck, afraid or down, we can work together to get you feeling calm and centered. I have specialties in treating anxiety disorders, as well as work stress and professional burnout. I enjoy working with many types of clients, + therapy to other therapists. Check out my book for women 'The Muse Process: Unleashing the Power of the Feminine'. I look forward to helping you!
(510) 890-3327 View (510) 890-3327
Photo of Samuel A. Newman, Marriage & Family Therapist in 92103, CA
Samuel A. Newman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you need help recovering from a traumatic event? Do you often feel sad and low on energy? Are you searching for ways to be more emotionally stable and less shut down? For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues including substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, couples counseling, pre-martial counseling and more. In a highly personalized and collaborative treatment style, I help people understand the deeper reasons for why difficulties keep repeating over and over.
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you need help recovering from a traumatic event? Do you often feel sad and low on energy? Are you searching for ways to be more emotionally stable and less shut down? For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues including substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, couples counseling, pre-martial counseling and more. In a highly personalized and collaborative treatment style, I help people understand the deeper reasons for why difficulties keep repeating over and over.
(619) 320-4249 View (619) 320-4249
Photo of Harel Papikian, Psychologist in 92103, CA
Harel Papikian
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
I also welcome clients wishing to work through and resolve their struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual challenges, sexual orientation, stress, stage of life and more.
Hello, I am Dr. Harel, and I would like to commend you on your courage of taking the first step toward transformation and growth. Your acknowledgement of the need for change makes you into an excellent client. My clinical experiences shows that we are our own biggest obstacle on the path toward the life we truly want, whether it is deeply fulfilling relationships and marriages, satisfying and exciting careers, vibrant health, etc. The moment we totally commit to our own wellbeing with intention to do whatever it takes to live our best life, we have completed 50% of the journey. It is that simple.
I also welcome clients wishing to work through and resolve their struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual challenges, sexual orientation, stress, stage of life and more.
Hello, I am Dr. Harel, and I would like to commend you on your courage of taking the first step toward transformation and growth. Your acknowledgement of the need for change makes you into an excellent client. My clinical experiences shows that we are our own biggest obstacle on the path toward the life we truly want, whether it is deeply fulfilling relationships and marriages, satisfying and exciting careers, vibrant health, etc. The moment we totally commit to our own wellbeing with intention to do whatever it takes to live our best life, we have completed 50% of the journey. It is that simple.
(424) 625-3889 View (424) 625-3889
Photo of Esmeralda S Christensen, Marriage & Family Therapist in 92103, CA
Esmeralda S Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CCHT, RRT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
Are you stuck in an area of your life and don't know how to fix it? Need to improve the quality of your relationships, your career, and your mental health? It's amazing what life throws at you and how you adjust to cope. You get comfortable with these changes...even if they're unhealthy! I'm here to help you create the life and relationships you want and deserve. My treatment is short-term; Many issues are solved in as little as 4 sessions, instead of taking months or years. You'll feel better after your first session!
Are you stuck in an area of your life and don't know how to fix it? Need to improve the quality of your relationships, your career, and your mental health? It's amazing what life throws at you and how you adjust to cope. You get comfortable with these changes...even if they're unhealthy! I'm here to help you create the life and relationships you want and deserve. My treatment is short-term; Many issues are solved in as little as 4 sessions, instead of taking months or years. You'll feel better after your first session!
(619) 493-4433 View (619) 493-4433
Photo of Virgina (Ginny) Powell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 92103, CA
Virgina (Ginny) Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
After 30 years of practice, I remain excited about new clients, new treatment approaches, and the joy of a client leaving my office with a smile and thank-you. I believe in being in the moment, being present, creating true and authentic contact, and facilitating opportunities for my clients to develop deeper understandings and practical skills. I work with a wide range of human problems, and enjoy the diversity that my practice has deliberately maintained. I work in an eclectic manner. I think meditation, laughter and play, are great for what ails us.
After 30 years of practice, I remain excited about new clients, new treatment approaches, and the joy of a client leaving my office with a smile and thank-you. I believe in being in the moment, being present, creating true and authentic contact, and facilitating opportunities for my clients to develop deeper understandings and practical skills. I work with a wide range of human problems, and enjoy the diversity that my practice has deliberately maintained. I work in an eclectic manner. I think meditation, laughter and play, are great for what ails us.
(619) 377-8842 View (619) 377-8842
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.