Anxiety therapists in Manhattan Beach, California CA
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Anxiety or Fears
Natasha Vandamme
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
Life is full of uncertainties, it is human and understandable to feel anxious. But anxiety can become so overwhelming. You are more than your anxiety, though. Therapy can be a place to unfold your emotional truth and nurture your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you. Together we will create a space to connect with your emotions and gently explore the ways you learned to protect yourself. We will honor your feelings, explore how your experiences have shaped you, and discover what empowers you to trust and care for yourself more deeply.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety or Fears
Charlie Taylor
Therapist, MHA, LCSW
Many types of problems create anxiety, such as loss, grief, lack of romance in a relationship, lack of career and or relationship fulfillment, and so forth. Each problem is treated based on the symptoms presenting in therapy, with various types of treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, family systems theory, emotions focused couples therapy, mindfulness and acceptance therapy techniques. These types of problems can occur with individuals, couples and teens and all are treated according to current standards.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety or Fears
Dorit Saberi-Thrive Psychological Services
Psychologist, Ph.D, Diplomate-Academy of Cognitive Therapy; Trainer- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD- CTSA
Cognitive Behavior Therapy with exposure focus
24 Years Experience
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California (Online Only)
Anxiety or Fears
Jaclyn Epstein-Calvert
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
Anxiety can show up in many ways—racing thoughts, difficulty relaxing, irritability, sleep challenges, or feeling constantly “on edge.” In therapy, we explore both the emotional and nervous system patterns that contribute to anxiety, helping clients better understand why their mind and body respond the way they do.
My approach integrates relational therapy, attachment-based work, and neuroscience-informed strategies to support emotional regulation and resilience. Together, we work to identify underlying stressors, develop practical coping tools, and create healthier patterns that allow clients to feel more grounded, confident, and present in their daily lives. Therapy provides a supportive space to slow down, gain clarity, and build the skills needed to navigate anxiety with greater ease.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety or Fears
Sadaf Mayet
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Through a supportive and exploratory approach, I help individuals with anxiety by uncovering the root causes and guiding them toward healthier coping strategies to regain a sense of calm and control.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety or Fears
Alan Hanft
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Possibly the most common of all psychiatric conditions, anxiety can cause great suffering, morbidity. Working together we can carefully explore a variety of interventions to assist you with the pain, struggles you are having with anxiety.
34 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Anxiety or Fears
Rachel Thomasian
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, overthinking, and performance pressure. Treatment focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns, reducing avoidance behaviors, and strengthening coping skills that support emotional regulation and nervous system balance.
Through evidence-based strategies, clients learn how to manage anxious thoughts, tolerate uncertainty, and respond to challenges with greater clarity and self-trust.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety or Fears
Dr. Vicki D. Coleman (Dr. Vicki), The Coleman Group PLLC & The Anger Doctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, CCMHC, QMHP, MAC, DAC, SAP, CAMF, BCC, HS-BCP
Identify the antecedents of fear and anxiety.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety or Fears
Daniel Slavin
Marriage and Family Therapist
I help clients understand and work with anxiety rather than fight against it. Together we explore what drives anxious thoughts and reactions, and develop ways to feel calmer, more grounded, and more confident in daily life and relationships.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety or Fears
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When Anxiety Takes Over
Life can feel overwhelming when your mind never seems to rest. If you’re constantly worried, tense, or replaying conversations in your head, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to keep living that way. I specialize in helping women whose lives look “fine” on the outside but feel anything but calm on the inside. You may find yourself overthinking every decision, doubting your worth, or feeling frozen when it’s time to speak up or say no. You might notice that your fears — of judgment, rejection, or failure — keep you from showing up fully in your work, relationships, or daily life.
If you relate to this, I can help you learn how to quiet the mental noise and create more space for peace, confidence, and genuine connection. Using a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT, I’ll guide you through practical tools that help you understand and retrain the patterns that fuel anxiety. Together, we’ll uncover what triggers your fears, and build emotional skills so you can respond to stress with clarity instead of panic. My clients often describe the process as “life-changing” — because it helps them feel capable, grounded, and free.
I BELIEVE:
Anxiety isn’t a weakness — it’s your mind trying to protect you. We’ll teach it new ways to help instead of harm.
Mixed feelings are normal. You can want change and fear it at the same time.
Relationships are worth the effort. When you communicate with honesty and compassion, fear loses its grip.
You deserve to feel at ease in your own skin — confident, calm, and clear about what matters most.
Healing doesn’t have to be heavy. A little humor and humanity go a long way.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Anxiety therapists in Manhattan Beach, California Statistics
Anxiety therapists in Manhattan Beach, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (42%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 28% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 56% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 26% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 24% | Christian |