Anxiety Therapist Serving Santa Monica, El Segundo CA

An anxiety therapist works closely with the individual to understand the specific ways anxiety shows up in daily life. This can mean identifying patterns of avoidance, racing thoughts, physical tension, or sudden emotional surges that interfere with work, sleep, or relationships. Using structured, evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure and response prevention, the therapist supports the patient in learning new responses to anxious thoughts and gradually building tolerance to discomfort. Over time, individuals become better equipped to interrupt cycles that once felt automatic. In addition to skills training and insight-building, therapy often includes work around life context, including exploring past experiences, ongoing stressors, and unspoken expectations that may be feeding the anxiety beneath the surface. The specialists at Dr. Flanigan Landeros OCD & Psychological Services tailor each plan based on the person’s background and needs, not just the symptoms. That means therapy is just as much about understanding the context behind the worry as it is about teaching how to manage it.

Therapy can help with anxiety in a number of ways, in addition to symptom relief, it builds a foundation for understanding what’s fueling the anxiety and how to disrupt its hold over time. Many individuals begin therapy feeling stuck in cycles of overthinking, panic, or avoidance, unsure how to step out of patterns that no longer serve them. Through targeted interventions like CBT and mindfulness-based strategies, patients can learn to separate thoughts from facts, face feared situations in manageable steps, and begin responding with more confidence and clarity. Emotional regulation, boundary-setting, and self-compassion are often built into the work as well, especially when anxiety is tied to perfectionism, unresolved grief, or chronic stress. Progress might come in subtle changes in the early stages and might lead to a better night’s sleep, a calmer morning routine, and more, but those changes compound. At Dr. Flanigan Landeros OCD & Psychological Services, therapy for anxiety is designed to reduce distress and help the individual reconnect with what matters most.

How often an individual should see an anxiety therapist varies; however, in the early stages of treatment, most individuals attend weekly sessions to establish consistency and build momentum. This regular rhythm allows for deeper exploration while also creating space to practice new techniques in real time. For those navigating more intense symptoms or working through multiple areas of anxiety, such as social fears combined with panic or obsessive thinking, sticking to a weekly schedule can provide steady structure while things begin to shift. As progress builds and symptoms become more manageable, the session frequency may gradually scale back. Some patients find that biweekly appointments are enough to maintain gains and keep therapy moving forward without feeling overwhelmed. The specialist at Dr. Flanigan Landeros OCD & Psychological Services works with each person to set a pace that reflects their goals, capacity, and life demands, and telehealth sessions can make consistency even more feasible for those with full schedules or limited transportation.

Costs for anxiety therapy vary depending on the structure of care, but the clinic offers a range of accessible options. Dr. Flanigan Landeros OCD & Psychological Services is in-network with several major insurance providers, which can help reduce out-of-pocket fees for those with coverage. Self-pay rates are also available, with flexible treatment packages outlined clearly on the clinic’s website for those without insurance or who prefer to pay privately. These packages help individuals plan and avoid surprises. For many, telehealth has helped make care more affordable by cutting down on travel time and allowing for greater scheduling flexibility. Whether meeting remotely or in person, therapy remains the same high-quality, evidence-based approach. The clinic understands that finances are part of the treatment equation, so cost transparency and adaptable payment structures are built into the model. That way, more individuals can start and continue care without unnecessary obstacles. Therapy costs typically range from $350 to $3000, depending on the duration and complexity of the treatment.

Anxiety therapy is available at Dr. Flanigan Landeros OCD & Psychological Services. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 400 Continental Blvd FL 6, Suite A El Segundo, CA 90245. We serve patients from El Segundo CA, Santa Monica CA, Inglewood CA, Gardena CA, Torrance CA, Hawthorne CA, Culver City CA, Westmont CA, West Los Angeles CA and surrounding areas.