Anxiety Therapy in Brea & Online Across CA + AZ
Anxiety doesn’t always look like panic attacks or constant fear. For many adults, it shows up more quietly — as overthinking, pressure to perform, difficulty resting, or a persistent feeling of being on edge, even when life looks “fine” from the outside.
I offer anxiety therapy in Brea, California and online throughout California and Arizona for adults who want more than surface-level coping strategies. My approach is somatic and insight-oriented, which means we pay attention not only to your thoughts, but also to your nervous system, patterns, and lived experience.
When Anxiety Feels Constant — Even Though Life Looks “Fine”
You’re doing well on paper — managing your career, relationships, and responsibilities — but internally you feel overwhelmed, tense, and emotionally exhausted.
You might notice that:
Your mind is always “on,” even when you’re tired
Rest feels unproductive or uncomfortable
You feel responsible for managing everything and everyone
Anxiety spikes during transitions, conflict, or uncertainty
You appear calm outwardly but feel activated inside
This kind of anxiety can be confusing, especially if you’re doing okay from the outside.
How Anxiety Often Shows Up For High-Functioning Adults
Anxiety isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience. In therapy, we’ll explore how it uniquely shows up for you. Some common patterns of high-functioning anxiety include:
Perfectionism and self-criticism, where nothing ever feels “enough”
People-pleasing or over-functioning, often at the expense of your own needs
Feeling wired but tired, with difficulty slowing down or sleeping deeply
Physical tension, tightness, shallow breathing, or chronic stress symptoms
Panic or overwhelm, especially when things feel out of control
Difficulty tolerating uncertainty, conflict, or emotional vulnerability
These patterns usually don’t come out of nowhere. They’re often developed as a way to stay safe, succeed, or maintain connection earlier in life — even if they no longer serve you now.
Why Anxiety Isn’t Just In Your Head
Anxiety is not simply a thinking problem. It’s a whole-body experience shaped by your nervous system, inner narrative, and past experiences.
When anxiety becomes chronic, your body stays in a high state of alert — scanning for threat, bracing for impact, or anticipating the other “shoe to drop.” Even when your rational mind knows you’re safe, your body may not have gotten the message yet.
This is why insight alone doesn’t always create lasting change. Understanding why you’re anxious can be helpful, but regulation, safety, and increased capacity are what allow your system to soften over time.
My approach to anxiety Treatment
How Somatic and Insight-Oriented Therapy Helps Anxiety
My work integrates somatic therapy with relational and insight-oriented approaches. This means we explore your internal world with curiosity and compassion, while also working with the body and nervous system.
In anxiety therapy, this may look like:
Learning to notice how anxiety shows up physically and emotionally
Building awareness without forcing yourself to “relax” and “be calm”
Gently expanding your capacity for rest, uncertainty, and emotional presence
Understanding the origins of your anxiety patterns without pathologizing them
Supporting your system in moving out of chronic survival mode
Rather than pushing coping skills or quick fixes, we focus on creating enough internal safety for change to unfold naturally.
Therapy with me is collaborative, paced, and responsive to your needs. Sessions aren’t about fixing you or telling you what to do. Instead, we work together to understand what your anxiety is communicating and what support your system actually needs.
You can expect:
A calm, attuned space where nothing is “too much”
A balance of insight, nervous system awareness, and relational work
Flexibility — some sessions may feel reflective, others more grounding
Respect for your boundaries, timing, and readiness for change
Progress in anxiety therapy often happens gradually. Over time, clients tend to feel more regulated, more connected to themselves, and less driven by internal pressure or fear.
What Anxiety Therapy Looks Like In My Practice
Is Somatic & Insight-Oriented Therapy for Anxiety a Good Fit for Me?
My approach may be a good fit if you:
Feel chronically stressed, overwhelmed, or internally tense
Identify as high-functioning but emotionally exhausted
Struggle with perfectionism, overwhelm, or burnout
Want deeper, root-oriented work rather than only coping tools
Are open to a somatic, relational approach to therapy
I work with adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and patterns rooted in past experiences.
My approach may not be a good fit if you’re looking for:
A strictly skills-based or short-term coaching approach
A highly directive, solution-only therapy model
Immediate symptom elimination without space to explore underlying patterns
A preference for fast answers or reassurance rather than a slower, exploratory process
If you’re unsure, a consultation can help us determine whether my therapeutic approach aligns with what you’re seeking.
Imagine A Life That’s Not Driven By Anxiety, Where…
Slowing down feels natural, and resting doesn’t make you feel any less productive
You feel more comfortable not knowing the outcome of any given situation, with less pressure to constantly be “on” or in control
Letting go of unrealistic expectations becomes easier, and you no longer feel like you have to carry the weight of doing it all
You’re more present in the moment and tuned into what you need—not just what you think you should be doing
Your inner voice feels more like a steady companion than a relentless critic
Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety Therapy
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Yes. Somatic therapy can be very effective for anxiety because it works directly with the nervous system rather than focusing only on thoughts or behaviors. Anxiety often involves patterns of tension, hypervigilance, or overwhelm that the body holds onto, even when we intellectually understand what’s happening. By increasing awareness and regulation in the body, many clients experience a deeper sense of safety and relief over time.
You can learn more about my approach to Somatic Therapy here.
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The length of anxiety therapy can vary depending on what you’re hoping to work through, your history, and how anxiety shows up in your body and daily life. Some people begin to notice shifts within a few months, especially as they build awareness and regulation skills. For others, therapy becomes a longer-term space to understand deeper patterns related to stress, perfectionism, or relational dynamics.
Rather than following a rigid timeline, I focus on pacing therapy in a way that feels supportive and sustainable. Progress often looks like increased capacity, less internal pressure, and a greater sense of agency over time.
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Yes. Many of the clients I work with experience what’s often referred to as high-functioning anxiety. On the outside, they may appear capable, organized, or successful, while internally feeling tense, overwhelmed, or constantly “on.”
High-functioning anxiety often involves patterns like over-responsibility, perfectionism, or difficulty slowing down. In therapy, we explore how these patterns developed and what they’ve helped you survive, while also creating space for more ease and self-connection. The goal isn’t to take away what works, but to help you live with less internal strain and more flexibility.
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Yes. I offer online anxiety therapy for adults located anywhere in California and Arizona. Telehealth sessions provide the same relational, somatic, and insight-oriented care as in-person sessions, while allowing you to attend therapy from your own space. Many clients appreciate the flexibility and consistency that online therapy offers, especially during busy or transitional periods.
It’s Possible To Feel More Steady & At Ease
If you’re seeking anxiety therapy that honors both your inner experience and your nervous system, I invite you to schedule a free consultation. We can talk about what’s been coming up for you and whether working together feels like a good fit.
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Anxiety Therapy in Brea, CA
I offer in-person anxiety therapy in Brea, California, as well as online therapy across California and Arizona. Telehealth allows you to engage in meaningful, effective therapy from the comfort of your own space while still receiving relational, depth-oriented care.
265 S Randolph Ave, Brea, CA 92821
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