Stress therapists in Pacific Grove, California CA
Regina Lazarovich
Psychologist, PhD
Challenging life transitions can often bring up anxiety and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help. CBT is an evidence-based form of therapy that focuses on changing patterns of thinking (cognitions) and behaviors associated with stress and anxiety. CBT is supported by research and considered to be the “gold standard” treatment for anxiety disorders. Research indicates that over 60% of those who undergo CBT experience a significant improvement in anxiety symptoms in 12 - 20 sessions. The tools and skills learned during CBT last a lifetime.
I commonly teach CBT strategies such as relaxation skills, problem solving, assertiveness skills and cognitive restructuring, which means reframing unhelpful thoughts. If you feel that stress and anxiety are negatively impacting your life then you are worthy of help and I would be honored to be your guide towards greater freedom and ease.
12 Years Experience
Dr. Kelly Smith
Psychologist, Ph.D.
When you work in certain fields ongoing stress is a part of your job. However, sometimes when you go home it isn't so easy to just put that down. Families don't always understand why you are on guard, have difficulty turning off your brain, are irritable, angry, sad, or shut down emotionally. Sometimes those hard experiences that you see stick with you. At work they all get it, but you can't always be at work. It is possible to learn ways to better manage stress and let go of those memories so that when your loves ones need you, you can be present, loving, and connected. Don't let your job make your family a statistic.
14 Years Experience
Marge Michaelson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, ACSW, DSW
Stress is not necessarily negative as it leads to creation and problem solving. It can also lead to overwhelm, getting stuck or being immobilized even being non functional. Therapy can focus on the reasons for the stress both concrete, understood and not understood. In determining that, solutions can be formulated to address what is not working.
39 Years Experience
Lauree Berger Turman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW 22044
Stress is compounded these days with our isolation and fear of coronavirus. I help you learn deep breathing exercises, grounding exercises, and guide you to free your mind.
29 Years Experience
Philip Starkman
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
In my practice, I offer a compassionate and holistic approach to managing stress, recognizing it as a universal experience with unique personal impacts. By integrating techniques such as Mindfulness, the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Role-Playing. I also emphasize the importance of exercise and nutrition as key components of stress management. Regular physical activity and a balanced diet play crucial roles in reducing stress levels, improving mental health, and enhancing overall well-being. In addition, I recommend Tai Chi and Yoga as forms of relaxing meditation in movement. Mindfulness practices encourage a present-focused awareness and acceptance of stressful feelings without judgment, while EFT provides a method to lessen emotional distress. Through CBT, we work on identifying and challenging stress-inducing thought patterns, and IFS allows clients to explore and harmonize internal conflicts. Role-playing prepares individuals for stressful interactions or situations, equipping them with strategies to remain calm and collected. My role is to support you in uncovering the root causes of your stress and to empower you with effective coping mechanisms, fostering resilience and a sense of calm in the face of life’s challenges. Together, we aim to transform your relationship with stress, enhancing your overall well-being and quality of life.
53 Years Experience