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Fear is an emotion that you feel when you believe you’re in a dangerous situation. On the other hand, a phobia is characterized by an irrational fear of a person, activity, animal, or object. Many people experience fears and phobias related to flying on an airplane, heights, snakes, or spiders.

If you’re dealing with either one of these issues and it negatively affects the quality of your life, it’s time to consider fear or phobia therapy. Whether you are located in downtown Walnut Creek, the suburbs of Walnut Creek, other nearby places such as Concord, Berkeley, 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 Fears and Phobias

Some of the most common signs and symptoms of fears and phobias include:

  • Sweating
  • Nausea
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Shaking
  • Stomach upset
  • Dizziness

If you experience any of the above signs, you should consider fear or phobia therapy. Read tips about irrational thoughts, fear, and anxiety in this article from licensed therapist Alexandra Lambeth.

It’s Time: Seek Phobia Treatment Today!

Fears and phobias have the potential to alienate you, isolate you, and restrict your ability to interact with others or in certain social situations. But you don’t have to let that happen. Mental Health Match can match you with a professional, licensed therapist who can help you change your feelings about your fear or phobia and move forward with your life. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

Walnut Creek, CA Fear and Phobia Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

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Help you live your one precious life with purpose and meaning, even when you are faced with big stressors, losses and pain (physical and emotional).

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I've been a psychologist for 20+ years. Prior to 2023, I worked in hospitals - providing care & training hundreds of young professionals to do the same. I am proud to report that the folks I trained are my biggest referral source. They trust me.

FOCUS AREAS:
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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Burnout
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Are you experiencing low mood, anxiety, women's issues, or are you impacted by past experiences? Do you need to chat about your current issues? Reach out for a consultation. Amber currently offers online telehealth services only.

Something to know about my approach is:

Amber integrates mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR interventions to to provide care for people who struggle with mood, relationship troubles, and trauma. Navigating struggles can be challenging and does not need to be done alone.

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Julie Lenhardt, LCSW
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Together we'll explore your hopes & challenges. We'll create treatment goals, explore approaches & techniques & discuss the expected length of therapy. I'm here to meet you exactly where you are & help you break away from stuck feelings & patterns.

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My approach to therapy is collaborative, results-focused, and customized. You can expect that I will take a thoughtfully tailored approach to your treatment based on a variety of evidence-based modalities. Your care will be as unique as your needs.

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Dr. Michelle Wambach
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Explore patterns of self-defeating thoughts-beliefs-actions to uncover their roots. Learn to set clear boundaries and respond in healthy ways. Improve your self-esteem to make better life choices. Manage anxiety to be more productive&engaged in life.


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Explore patterns of self-defeating thoughts-beliefs-actions to uncover their roots. Learn to set clear boundaries and respond in healthy ways. Improve your self-esteem to make better life choices. Manage anxiety to be more productive&engaged in life.

Something to know about my approach is:

With compassion and non-judgment we will focus on the problems that are important to you. Therapy is tailored for your needs using a holistic approach that takes into account mind, body, and spirit. This is a safe space to talk about what is hurting.

FOCUS AREAS:
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Ah Hyun "Ashley" Lee
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talk about your past, childhood experiences, and family dynamics that continue to bother you in your current relationships, work, and self. It's all connected. We will start to process what happened. Our goal is to no longer be disturbed by them.


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talk about your past, childhood experiences, and family dynamics that continue to bother you in your current relationships, work, and self. It's all connected. We will start to process what happened. Our goal is to no longer be disturbed by them.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and a Relational Therapist who talks a lot about emotions and core beliefs/narratives and asks you to notice sensations in your body when sharing your stories. It's scary to face/sit with them. I'm here as a safeguard.

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  • East Asian Cultural Issues
  • Family Trauma
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