online anxiety therapy in Hermosa Beach+all of ca
A Brighter Side of Therapy
Shining a light on the language of your nervous system.
Therapy for anxious over-thinkers, perfectionists, and people pleasers who are ready to understand themselves, not constantly fix themselves.
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You’re successful on paper, but inside you feel tense, exhausted, or dissatisfied.
You’re great in an emergency or a crisis, but struggle to slow down when things are actually okay.
You’ve achieved things you once dreamed of, and you’re wondering why it doesn’t feel better.
You feel things more deeply than people around you, and you’ve been called “the sensitive one”.
If you come from a family with high expectations, asking for support might feel undeserved.
Your mind never really shuts off. You’re always planning, optimizing, or replaying conversations.
Therapy is an act of illumination.
I can assure you that no matter what you bring into therapy, there is nothing broken about you. In our work together, we’ll explore the roots of your anxiety and how it developed over time to try to protect you, especially in a world that often feel unsafe. We’ll learn to listen to these feelings in a new way so that you can respond with clarity and confidence.
My practice is rooted in the belief that healing is not just personal, it’s also political. We’ll honor the ways your mind and body have adapted to navigate intergenerational trauma and chronic stress. This work is guided by a commitment to social justice, where your full identity is seen, valued, and centered. You’ll build a deeper understanding that your body and mind aren’t working against you, they’re trying to survive. And now, we’ll give them the safety they need to thrive.
Emotions and sensations are your body’s way of communicating with you. They tell you about your needs, your boundaries, and how you're responding to what's happening in your life. Instead of labeling them as 'good' or 'bad,' we’ll work on seeing them as messages, each one offering valuable information about what’s going on inside you.
How I Can Help
How it Works
What you need now is ease. I’m here to help you simplify the process as you begin your journey.
1
Get in touch.
Fill out the form on my contact page letting me know you’re interested in getting started! From there we’ll schedule a free 20-minute call to answer all of your questions and set up our first appointment.
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Begin your journey.
Fill out the intake paperwork. I will send you a secure link to access your client portal to complete the forms.
You will have 24/7 access to the client portal to book or cancel appointments.
3
Rediscover yourself.
You’ll receive an appointment link before every session. Make yourself a cup of tea, get comfortable, and click the link to the virtual waiting room. We’ll meet weekly to start. This helps us build momentum and a strong foundation.
Testimonials
“To live well is to learn how to gently go into the places that scare you, and to come back carrying stories of light”
-Pema Chodron
Ready to get started?
I’m here to walk you through the process - It’s easier than you think! We’ll schedule a 20 minute phone call to make sure we’re a good fit, you’ll fill out your intake forms, and we’ll start meeting weekly!
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