Anxiety therapists in San Diego, CA
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Anxiety
Hailey Williford
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in working with anxiety and specific phobias including but not limited to: handling uncertainty, social anxiety, people-pleasing behaviors, setting boundaries, managing anxious thoughts, managing relationships, identifying needs, etc.
3 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Diandra Medina, MFT & Associates
Marriage and Family Therapist, Masters
Anxiety can show itself in various ways, some are more obvious than others, our approach to addressing anxiety is providing somatic/body based interventions aimed at supporting the nervous system in calming down.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92101
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Jessica Dominguez
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I support people with everything from anxiety to panic, and especially love helping others regain mastery of areas in their life that may have been taken over by anxiety.
15 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Anxiety and phobias are a common reason for seeking therapy. We can collaborate on an approach that rattles your most distressing symptoms first. These often coincide with mood issues, life transitions/circumstance, and/or relationship stressors that we can address as needed.
13 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Claire Babbitt, LMFT, JD
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, J.D.
When a patient presents with anxiety and fears, my approach is compassionate and with empathy. No matter what the fear, even if irrational to some, it is important to spend time to support the patient, and try to get possible clarity on any underlying conflict and current situational stress. Empathy and time with the patient is crucial, making sure the patient and therapist discuss patient's issues. Positive goals and solutions may provide relief in the short term, with the long term goal being reduction of fear and anxiety, with understanding of cause and steps toward solution.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92127
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Patricia Fahmy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Anxiety can feel exhausting, especially when it begins to affect your relationships, confidence, and sense of emotional security. You may find yourself overthinking conversations, worrying about how others feel about you, seeking reassurance, struggling with trust, fearing rejection, feeling overwhelmed by conflict, or pulling away when vulnerability feels uncomfortable. While these patterns can be frustrating, they often make sense in the context of past experiences and the ways you've learned to protect yourself. I help clients understand the deeper roots of their anxiety, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthier, more secure ways of relating to themselves and others.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Azmaira Maker, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience and received my Ph.D. from University of Michigan in both the child and adult tracks. At Aspiring Families, our therapists utilize an integrated, evidence-based bio-psycho-social approach to effectively address a wide spectrum of anxiety disorders. We offer cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, expressive arts therapy, exposure therapy, and neurofeedback for anxiety disorders. This comprehensive method ensures that treatment considers not just symptoms but the interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to anxiety. Our team-based approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of adults, children, teens, college students, and families.
28 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92130
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Whole Wellness Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Whole wellness therapy has a huge focus on what being human means. Anxiety and fear are a beautiful part of our emotional ecosystem that help protect us from harm. However, there are several times our mind and body can trick us into believing we are in danger of harm, when we may be perfectly safe. We call this "being stuck in survival mode." We are not meant to stay stuck in this mode. It is not a suitable place to regulate our emotions. Our therapists have had expert level training in implimenting coping mechanisms to help get us out of this mode, and even more importantly, finding out how we got in that mode in the first place. It's essential to find the root of the fear, in order to face it and conquor it, or we will only come to fear our own mind and our own body.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92108
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Laura Fleming
Pre-Licensed Professional, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Anxiety can feel insurmountable. If you're experiencing anxiety I want to offer you hope that there is so much we can do together to help you feel more grounded, sturdy and confident. In our work we look at how anxiety is impacting your life and relationships, its patterns, and explore what might be the root of your worry. We'll try a combination of interventions designed to help you become more mindful of your anxiety and strategies to notice your thoughts and feelings rather than control them/push it away. I'm with you every step of the way so you don't have to hold everything you are navigating by yourself.
2 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Bridgit Serrano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
I help clients process the underlying triggers driving the anxiety so it becomes more manageable and less intrusive. You deserve to know calm. I also specialize in postpartum and pregnancy anxiety.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I work with anxiety and fear through a trauma-informed, body-aware approach rooted in Compassionate Inquiry®. Rather than treating anxiety as something to eliminate, we explore it as a meaningful signal shaped by past experiences, nervous system patterns, and unmet emotional needs. Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, hypervigilant, or stuck in cycles of worry or self-doubt. Together, we build awareness, regulation, and understanding, helping clients relate to anxiety with compassion and develop greater safety, clarity, and trust in themselves.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92104
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Stephanie Sandoval - COLLECTIVE SPACE THERAPY
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
It's okay to not be okay. We are living in a world with so many unknowns and uncertainty. With extensive training and experience working in a Los Angeles-based group practice, my specializations include expertise in anxiety and phobias. I offer a 15 min free consultation, feel free to reach out to see if we're a good fit!
11 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92103
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Corina Bair
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
It feels like we all have anxiety at this point, right? So let's get down to it. I have years of experience working with teens, young and middle-aged adults in overcoming the symptoms of anxiety - whether that is due to social, personal, work, every day life, or just something you've always had. Assisting my clients with building insight and understanding into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors is an essential part of my therapy practice, and provide evidence-based practice tools that you can use outside of therapy as well. ~~~ Just to make it clear: BLM. Protect the dolls. FDT. Free Palestine & Sudan. F the patriarchy/capitalism. Sex + Body Positive. ~~~
I am passionate about providing a safe, compassionate, and welcoming space where you can be open about your worries so we can work through them together. Click that contact button and we can schedule a free consultation call today!
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Dr. Jen Bachtold
Psychologist, Ph.D., Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor-II (CADC-II), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Specialist in Anger Management
As a licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety and fear management, I offer compassionate and effective support to individuals struggling with anxiety disorders, phobias, and everyday fears. My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Vince Heyman
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Anxiety can feel like it’s running your life, pulling you into spiraling thoughts, keeping your body stuck in fear, and leaving you emotionally drained or numb. Over time, it can start to take the joy and connection out of relationships, hobbies, and everyday life, leaving you wondering if things will ever ease.
In therapy with me, you’ll learn how anxiety works, gain practical ways to find calm, and build genuine self-acceptance so the pressure can begin to lift. Together, we’ll explore the beliefs and past experiences driving your fears, helping you move toward a life that feels lighter, steadier, and more enjoyable.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92102
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Heather Marriatori
Psychologist, PhD
Worrying all the time, constantly feeling like the worst is yet to come, doubting yourself and feeling helpless…Regardless of how you describe your anxiety, there’s no reason you should have to suffer through it any longer. Drop me a line and let’s talk about how to get you feeling confident and in control.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92108
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Hayden Dover
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT, CST
Anxiety often organizes itself around responsibility, uncertainty, pressure, relationship patterns, and choices that feel difficult to make. My approach looks at the whole experience: thoughts, emotions, body signals, habits, and the larger questions of how you want to live. I use somatic awareness, practical tools, existential-humanistic therapy, and positive psychology to help clients develop more grounded and flexible ways of responding.
22 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92116
Online in San Diego, CA
Anxiety
Ross Kellogg, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Anxiety is fear that has gotten out of control and may even be taking away some of your freedom. I will support you with an eclectic approach tailored to you to address your concerns, decrease your anxiety symptoms, and to give you the freedom of not having to avoid triggers in your daily life.
12 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Mary Mallinson Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Anxiety often shows up as overthinking, worry, or a constant sense of unease. I help clients understand the root causes of anxiety, develop tools for nervous system regulation, and create a greater sense of calm, clarity, and control.
5 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
Anxiety
Dr. Eric van der Voort
Psychologist, PsyD, CST
Anxiety is a normal and adaptive emotion we all experience from time to time. However, persistent generalized worry should not be written off as part of a healthy human experience. Problematic anxiety can affect your work and school performance, prevent you from connecting with loved ones, have you imagining all the awful “what-if” scenarios, and leave you second-guessing yourself. Anxiety can also make you irritable, disrupt your sleep, and even take a physical toll on you over time. Physical symptoms, such as a racing heart, sweaty palms, or tightness in the chest are common. At its worst, some people experience debilitating panic attacks.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, the good news is that it can be treated with evidence-based therapies. Imagine going to that social event, your job, or school, and not being consumed with fear or apprehension. What if you could be comfortable in your own skin? I’d say that’s a “what if” scenario worth thinking about.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA (Online Only)
San Diego's identity as a major military and biotech hub creates dual demand for therapists specializing in veteran trauma and PTSD on one hand, and the high-functioning anxiety and burnout of the life sciences industry on the other. The city's large active-duty population at Naval Base San Diego and Camp Pendleton means therapists with military specialty training are consistently sought after, and many practices are specifically oriented toward service members and their families. San Diego's border location and large Latino population drive demand for bilingual therapists and culturally affirming care for immigrant and mixed-status families. Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health provide institutional mental health anchors across the county.
Anxiety therapists in San Diego, CA Statistics
Anxiety therapists in San Diego, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Psychodynamic Therapy (40%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 28% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 59% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 26% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 24% | Asian |