FAQs About Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles, CA | Ligia Orellana LMFT
Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles, CA
The idea of starting therapy Los Angeles, CA for anxiety can feel uneasy especially if it is your first time. You begin wondering how it works and what to expect, especially if you are preparing for your consultation or first session. Below you will find a list of common questions, in hopes these will answer one of your own.
I support first-gen, BIPOC, and queer adults who wonder if there’s a different way to live beyond constant stress and self-pressure. You do not have to be ready. You can still feel cautious and unsure. But if you are open and willing to explore if there is a different way to live and feel less overwhelmed, I am here to help you in this journey. You do not have to do it alone.
Let’s help you feel more ready!
Determining if anxiety therapy in Los Angeles is right for you
If you are finding that your usual ways of coping—like distractions, avoidance, or pushing through—are leaving you more anxious and disconnected, you might benefit from anxiety therapy. Therapy can help you develop tools 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.
Learn more about what Anxiety can feel like for First Gen, BIPOC, and Queer adults.
Anxiety therapy treatments in Los Angeles
I work through an intersectional and trauma-informed lens, incorporating somatic and attachment-based practices. This means we pay attention to how your body holds stress and how past relational experiences shape the nervous system. Through therapy, you can learn tools to self-soothe, regulate your nervous system, and build secure connection within yourself and with others. Together, we’ll explore how your body responds to stress, how your mind makes sense of experiences, and how to cultivate safety even during emotional discomfort.
Learn more about how attachment is the missing piece to your healing.
Types of anxiety therapy in Los Angeles
I offer individual therapy for adults, supporting concerns around anxiety, people pleasing, healing from toxic relationships, and exploring gender or sexual identity. Each session is tailored to your needs, and on a case by case basis, we can include a partner, friend, or family member when relevant.
My approach is trauma-informed and attachment-based, incorporating somatic practices to help you notice how your body responds to stress, regulate your nervous system, and cultivate a greater sense of safety and connection. Together, we create a space where your unique story is honored and healing can unfold at your pace.
Frequency of anxiety therapy sessions in Los Angeles
Sessions are typically weekly to allow consistent support and the most compassionate timely progress. It allows for space to help build rapport, deepen your self awareness, and explore how your nervous system responds to stress and relational patterns.
Consistent sessions allow us to integrate more awareness around bodily reactions, practice regulations skills, and strengthen your sense of safety over time. Many clients find this frequency to help them feel more grounded, connected, and empowered as they carry out their daily life.
Duration of anxiety therapy in Los Angeles
Most clients who attend consistent weekly sessions reach their goals within about 6 months, though depending on your unique experience and goals can vary. Some clients continue longer to explore deeper layers of stress, relational patterns, or identity development.
Therapy is a collaborative journey, and the length of time reflects your individual pace and the complexity of what you’re navigating.
First anxiety therapy session in Los Angeles
In our first session together, we will dive into your presenting concerns, history of relationships, and personal goals for therapy.
In following sessions, we move toward deeper work, giving you the tools and insight to feel your emotions differently, learn and practice how to no longer fear your needs, stop second-guessing your worth, and build relationships that feel aligned with your truth.
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When anxiety therapy is not working in Los Angeles
Throughout our work together, progress in therapy is an ongoing conversation. This includes sending surveys, so you can share your wins, struggles, and concerns. This helps adjust your therapy plan we discussed in your first session, and ensures you will always have a voice in your treatment.
If at any point you ever feel you would like to begin your therapy journey with a different therapist, that is okay. Sometimes the best step is exploring other therapists or referral options that better for your needs. My goal is to always support your healing journey, whether with me or with another professional.
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I currently offer sessions Monday through Thursday, with limited evening and Sunday availability.
Since I provide virtual therapy for clients across California, scheduling can be flexible to accomodate work, school, or family commitments. My goal is to find a time that works so you will be able to receive consistent an supportive care.
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I provide online therapy for clients across California, and especially support those living in the Los Angeles, South Bay, and Long Beach area.
Telehealth makes it possible to receive the same quality of care from the comfort of your home.
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My session fee is $150 per session. Therapy is an investment in your wellbeing, and I aim to provide compassionate, high-quality care without the limitations that insurance-based treatment can sometimes bring.
For clients who are currently in college or graduate school, I offer a reduced rate: $120 for the first session and $100 for subsequent sessions.
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The best way to find out is by scheduling a free 15-minute consultation. It’s a chance to ask questions, get a feel for my approach, and see if it feels like a good fit. Finding the right therapist in Los Angeles can take time, I want you to feel comfortable and supported in making that choice.