Find Worry Therapists & Counselors in Santa Barbara, CA.

 

We all worry from time to time, but when your worries linger and begin to interfere with the quality of your life, it’s time to get help.

If you’re a chronic worrier, you may not be able to imagine a life without excessive worry. But with ongoing therapy, you can learn how to stop worrying about things you can't control so you can become a happier person overall.

Whether you are located in downtown Santa Barbara, the suburbs of Santa Barbara, other nearby places such as Ventura, Lompoc, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Symptoms of Worry

When considering whether you should seek help for worry, it’s essential to know the symptoms to look out for. Here are some of the most common symptoms of worry:

  • A nagging feeling that something bad is going to happen.
  • Lack of concentration.
  • Feeling hot or sweating.
  • An increased heart rate.
  • The inability to switch off negative thoughts.

If any of these symptoms apply to you, it’s wise to get professional help. The sooner you do, the quicker you can learn how to stop worrying. Since worrying often involves getting trapped in thoughts, you may be interested to read licensed therapist Mara Fisher’s advice about how to stop overthinking your life.

How to Stop Worrying and Regain Your Happiness

A worry therapist will not only teach you how to stop worrying, but they’ll craft a unique plan to target your specific triggers and any underlying mental issues you may have. And with Mental Health Match, finding a qualified therapist is easy! Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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that my overall style is to use gentle encouragement mixed with psycho education and person centered tailoring to meet your unique and specific needs.

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Look at patterns that happen in your relationships, find out what activates you and learn different coping skills, stop the negative patterns and learn new ways to relate.

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We accept you where you are but also want to teach skills to the couples we see so that you take what you learn and can change your relationship outside of the office.

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I want to work with you on what lies underneath. Symptoms and behaviors didn't appear in a vacuum but were developed over a long period of time and within the structure of who you are, what you believe, and what you aspire to become.


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I want to work with you on what lies underneath. Symptoms and behaviors didn't appear in a vacuum but were developed over a long period of time and within the structure of who you are, what you believe, and what you aspire to become.

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I believe that learning to laugh at ourselves is one of the greatest skills we can acquire. We often harshly judge ourselves and others needlessly ultimately causing us grief, pain and loneliness

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Examine and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs. Identify the root causes of your pain and anxiety. Explore ways to manage and cope with life's internal and external stressors. And get you on a path back toward healing and fulfillment.

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My therapeutic values and approach are rooted in compassion, non-judgment, humor, insight and client empowerment, with particular interest in looking at how the systems in which we live affect us.

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I’ll support you to uncover the patterns of your unhelpful beliefs, underlying emotions, and how you relate with people. We’ll work together to identify your underlying needs and learn to practically live in more fulfilling and meaningful ways

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I take an approach that is holistic. strength-based, trauma-informed, justice-oriented, and person-centered while focusing on building self-awareness, gaining skills (positive self-talk, boundaries, assertive communication), and healing past hurts.

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