Therapy in California for Anxiety, Worry, and Overthinking
Less Spinning, More Living
Between work, home, and everything in between, life can feel like one long mental to-do list. Maybe your mind races at night, sleep slips away, or worry lingers no matter what you do. You replay conversations, second-guess decisions, or brace for what might go wrong—leaving you anxious, distracted, and emotionally drained.
Over time, even relationships start to feel strained. Irritability, impatience, or pulling away from loved ones can creep in. And when you finally have downtime, you’re either too restless to relax or too distracted to enjoy it.
Therapy is your time to pause, reflect, and reset so you can feel more grounded and more like yourself again.
Available online throughout California or in-person with restorative walk-and-talk sessions in Santa Clara.
Releasing the Pressure to Be Perfect
Do you hold yourself to impossibly high standards, always pushing to do more, do better, or get it “just right”? Maybe you double-check your work, rehearse conversations, or work long hours trying to avoid mistakes. Even with all that effort, the nagging voice of “not enough” never seems to rest.
In therapy, you’ll learn how to quiet the inner critic, ease the pressure to perform, and make space for rest, balance, and confidence.
Untangling from Overthinking
Maybe your mind never stops scanning for what could go wrong. You plan for worst-case scenarios, run through endless “what-ifs,” or get stuck replaying the past. Even when things are fine, the worry lingers, keeping you from being present.
Together, we’ll loosen those thought loops so your mind feels calmer, your body more at ease, and your attention free for what matters to you most.
Facing Fear and Avoidance with Support
For some, anxiety shows up as a racing heart, tight chest, or knot in the stomach. You might avoid certain places, situations, or opportunities, not because you want to, but because fear holds you back. Over time, this can shrink your world.
Therapy offers a safe, supportive place to face fears gradually, rebuild confidence, and step back into the parts of life you’ve been missing.
Finding Balance When You’re Always Giving
If you’re the one everyone relies on—whether as a caregiver, helping professional, or the friend who’s always “on”—it can feel impossible to prioritize yourself. You might say “yes” when you want to say “no,” replay conversations to make sure you didn’t upset someone, or feel guilty any time you take space for yourself.
Let’s create space for your needs, so caring for yourself feels just as natural and just as important as caring for others.
You Don’t Have To Do This On Your Own
Therapy is a place to set down some of the weight you’ve been carrying and discover new ways forward.
Our work together will be collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I’ll walk alongside you and offer guidance so you can move toward the changes you want most.
In our sessions you’ll:
Step out from what’s keeping you stuck
Reconnect with what truly matters to you
Learn practical strategies for lasting change
Here are some of the common challenges I help with:
Anxiety, chronic worry, and overthinking
Perfectionism and self-criticism
Fear of mistakes or being judged
Difficulty setting boundaries and putting yourself first
Burnout and emotional exhaustion
Irritability, withdrawal, or tension in relationships
Trouble sleeping or racing thoughts at night
Adjusting to big life changes or uncertainty
With the right support, you can feel calmer, clearer, and more connected to yourself and those around you.
⋮ Common Questions About Therapy
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Therapy is completely individually-focused, which means everyone will get something different from it. Your current life circumstances, your history of experiences, and your insights and perspectives will shape your unique sessions.
Therapy can address specific needs in the short term or be a regular practice for ongoing personal growth. In either case, therapy isn’t meant to be a quick fix or a passive activity where you are told what to do; it’s a participatory process, so the more you engage, the more you’ll benefit. Ultimately, it’s about applying what you learn to your daily life.
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Open to all California residents, online sessions, also called telehealth therapy, allow us to connect through secure video conferencing. Online sessions can be just as effective as in-person sessions, offering a convenient way to receive support and care from the comfort of your own home or any private space where you feel safe. All you need is a device with a camera and microphone (like a computer, tablet, or smartphone) and a stable internet connection.
For Bay Area residents craving a break from screens, consider the option of walk-and-talk therapy sessions.
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Individual therapy sessions typically last 50 minutes.
The number of sessions varies depending on your needs and goals. Some people find that a few sessions are sufficient, while others benefit from longer-term therapy. We will regularly review your progress and adjust as needed.
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The cost for an individual session is $210. If finances are a challenge, we can discuss options to make therapy affordable.
If you have out-of-network insurance benefits, I can provide you with a superbill (a detailed receipt of your therapy sessions) to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Contact your provider to find out if out-of-network benefits are included in your health coverage.