Anxiety Therapist in Los Angeles, CA — Supporting First-Gen, Queer & BIPOC Adults
Overcome Anxiety, People-Pleasing, & Relational Pain
and find the space to feel grounded and connected
As a Therapist for anxiety therapy in Los Angeles and across California I help Queer and BIPOC First-Gen adults move from emotional fatigue to clarity, grounded confidence, and deeper self-trust.
Therapy for First-Gen, BIPOC & Queer Communities
Healing Relationship Pain & People-Pleasing
You have always felt the safest following the norm, blending in, and staying in the background. Judgement and criticism have been consistent companions in your life, and with them came fear, anxiety, overwhelm, guilt and shame.
Underneath the exterior mask of following cultural and societal pressures and expectations, you long to live authentically and show up as your true self. But the fear of people leaving has been holding you back. This fear that has led you to bottling up your emotions, having your boundaries tested and crossed, and leaving you feeling disconnected and stuck.
What once felt protective now is beginning to feel heavy, maybe it always has. Feelings of resentment, guilt, and the belief that you’re “not enough” keep showing up. You are not alone in this experience.
Life can sometimes be overwhelming, especially when balancing personal, cultural, and societal pressures. Whether it's family expectations, systemic stressors, or the the weight of people-pleasing, it can all factor into how anxiety shows up. As an anxiety therapist in Los Angles, CA, I work with first-gen, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ adults to break free from these cycles. Together, we create a safe space to process emotions safely, set boundaries, and reconnect with you are at your core —and finally feel you can rest.
Have you been told not to take up space, and are now feeling emotionally burnt out? Learn more
Do you walk on eggshells in your relationships, avoiding hard conversations to keep the peace? Explore how therapy can help
Why Work with an Anxiety Therapist in Los Angeles, CA —Building Healthier Relationships with Yourself and Others
Trusted by first-gen and queer clients across Los Angeles with over 8 years of experience in providing anxiety therapy throughout California for adults navigating anxiety, toxic relationships, people-pleasing, and identity stress.
Hi ! My name is Ligia (she/her/ella), and I specialize in helping Anxious First Gen & Queer adults who always had to “Hold It Together.”
Finding the right therapist is an essential part of your healing journey. As a therapist based in Los Angeles and providing anxiety therapy across California, I know how vital it is to work with someone who not only understands anxiety but also respects your cultural background, identities, and lived experiences.
Whether you’re a first-generation, part of the BIPOC community, or navigating life as a Queer individual, finding a therapist who aligns with your values can make all the difference. When you feel seen and affirmed in the therapy space, it opens the door to deeper healing, stronger boundaries, and more authentic relationships.
In our work together, I support adults in
Reconnect With Themselves And In Relationships
Healing from people-pleasing patterns
Processing toxic relationship dynamics
Navigating anxiety with compassion
Affirming and celebrating LGBTQIA+ identities
I recognize how hard it is to open up to someone new and not know if this person will listen to you and hold a safe space for you — when no one has done that for you. Starting therapy can feel scary and anxiety provoking,which is why I meet you exactly where you are. There is no pushing, just compassionate care from our first consultation call through every step of the process. Together, we will define your goals looks like and move toward them at a pace that feels right for you.
If you're looking for a therapist who understands the nuances of your identity, I encourage you to learn more about me. There, I share why I am passionate about my work in supporting first gen adults who always have had to “hold it together” and how I provide a supportive space to unpack guilt, boundary struggles, and self-doubt, so you can reconnect with your authentic self and live more unapologetically.
How I Help as a Cultural Affirming Therapist for Anxiety Therapy in Los Angeles, CA
As a Latinx First Gen therapist, I bring both clinical experience and personal understanding to the therapy room. I understand how complicated it can feel to carry the weight of cultural, societal, and family expectations — especially for BIPOC or Queer adults who have been taught to hide parts of themselves in order to belong or keep the peace.
Anxiety therapy in Los Angeles supports Queer, BIPOC, and First-Gen adults virtually across California. Those who have been shaped by survival and systemic pressure. Together, we create a space to breathe, pause, feel, and reconnect with emotional safety. To help you live with more compassion and self-trust.
I focus in our work together in therapy on building Awareness and practicing Nervous System Regulation. We work together in learning how to slow down, notice patterns that keep you feeling stuck, and learn practical ways to calm your mind and body — uniquely for you. Through understanding your anxiety and incorporating embodiment, we can get to a place where you can begin moving towards relationships and choices that feel authentic.
Together we may
Identify emotional patterns rooted in early attachment wounds.
Practice grounding techniques to manage anxiety
Explore new ways of relating that feel authentic and sustainable.
Reframe old beliefs that no longer serve them.
Cultivate self-compassion and emotional safety.
Reclaim Your Voice with a Therapist for Anxiety Therapy in Los Angeles, CA
If you are struggling with anxiety and seeking support in Los Angeles, because you’re ready to begin to feel more empowered in your relationships and heal through moving away from guilt and shame, not because others change, but because you do. I’m here to provide a compassionate and culturally-informed space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Ready to begin therapy with a therapist who understands the complexity of being first-gen, BIPOC, or queer? You are not alone. Together, we will help you feel more connected with yourself and in relationships with others.
I’d invite you to Connect with me today and Book Your Free 15 Minute Consultation or Call Me Today at 323-493-6644.
FAQs about Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles, CA
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Clients come to me when the ‘toughing it out,’ ‘holding it together,’ and the staying busy to cope is no longer working for them.
The feeling on edge, the countless thoughts that are hard to stop, and the sleepless nights when the mind won’t quiet — are not going away.
Thoughts around wishing people would listen to you and fill your cup as you fill theirs?
or yearning to feel seen but it feels scary
and you do not know where or how to start
Click here to learn more about anxiety attached to being first gen.
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My practice acknowledges that no two clients have the same story, even if they share similar identities. Meaning I recognize how each of our past events (whether relational, cultural, or systemic) shape our nervous system (your behaviors, feelings, and responses).
I work through an intersectional and trauma-informed lens, helping you learn to self-soothe, develop resilience, and rebuild trust—within yourself and with others.
Together, we’ll explore how your body responds to stress, how your mind makes sense of your experiences, and how you can cultivate safety, even during emotional discomfort.
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As a therapist in Los Angeles CA for Anxiety in First Gen & Queer adults. It isn’t about getting rid of your emotions—it’s about giving you the tools and insight to feel them differently.
I share with my clients that my goal in therapy is for them to be able to have the emotional strength they cultivate in therapy to support them long after our sessions together.
To no longer fear your needs.
To stop second-guessing your worth.
To build relationships that feel aligned with your truth.
Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles isn’t just about solving problems, it’s about emotional growth and changing your relationship to Anxiety.