When anxiety feels constant— racing thoughts, tension in your body, or a sense that you can’t fully relax— it can take a toll on every part of life. Many people come to us feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in patterns they recognize but can’t seem to change. They may also notice anxiety overlapping with low mood or ongoing stress, making daily responsibilities feel heavier than they should.
At Brain Wellness Institute, we offer anxiety therapy grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy and delivered with care, curiosity, and respect. We work with children, teens, adults, and older adults through in-person sessions in Santa Monica as well as secure online therapy. If you’ve been searching for anxiety therapy in Santa Monica CA that feels thoughtful, collaborative, and genuinely supportive, we’re here to help.
This service may be a good fit if you’re experiencing:
We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences and work across the full lifespan.
People often reach out when they notice patterns like:
We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences and work across the full lifespan. Including high-functioning adults with anxiety.
Our anxiety therapy focuses on understanding both present-day symptoms and the underlying emotional and cognitive patterns that sustain them. Anxiety Treatment in Santa Monica is collaborative and tailored to your goals, history, and pace.
Approaches used at our practice include:
When helpful, therapy may be informed by psychological or neuropsychological assessment, ensuring care is thoughtful and individualized.
Your first session focuses on understanding what brings you in, your personal and treatment history, and what you hope to gain from therapy. If you are seeking treatment for anxiety in Santa Monica, we will explore your symptoms, stressors, and goals in depth. Together, we begin developing a plan that feels realistic, supportive, and responsive to your needs.
Ongoing sessions typically include:
Sessions are usually weekly or biweekly. We offer both in-person anxiety counseling in Santa Monica and telehealth appointments, allowing for flexibility and continuity of care. Visits for anxiety therapy are also available at our Orange County office.
While each person’s process is unique, anxiety therapy can support you in:
We believe that every person has the capacity to change deeply rooted patterns when they feel supported and understood.
Q: Do you accept insurance?
A: Yes. We are in-network with many commercial insurance plans, Medicare, and others. You can review a list of accepted plans on our website, and our office can also help verify your coverage before scheduling.
Q: Is online anxiety therapy effective?
A: For many people, telehealth is just as effective as in-person therapy for anxiety. We’ll help you decide which format fits you best.
Q: How soon might I notice changes?
A: Some clients notice shifts within the first few sessions, though meaningful change develops over time and through continued work.
Q: Who will I be working with?
A: Our group practice includes licensed clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists, advanced doctoral trainees, and therapists with diverse training and experience, working collaboratively within evidence-based care.
Some people who seek anxiety therapy also notice overlapping challenges, such as attention difficulties, emotional overwhelm, or grief connected to life transitions. If that resonates, you may also find it helpful to explore our ADHD therapy for adults in Santa Monica, CA, or grief therapy in Santa Monica, CA.
If anxiety has been taking up too much space in your life, support is available—and you don’t have to figure this out alone.
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You can also learn more about our team or explore psychotherapy services to better understand our approach.
