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ANXIETY DOESN’T HAVE TO RUN THE SHOW.

Anxiety Treatment in Sierra Madre, CA

Services available virtually throughout California & Utah

It’s time to quiet the constant worry and tension so you can feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded in your day-to-day life. Anxiety can keep your mind racing and your body keyed up, even when you’re doing everything “right.”

Anxiety therapy focuses on helping you understand these patterns and learn practical ways to feel steadier, more present, and more in control.

Anxiety can show up in many ways, but it often feels like your mind and body won’t slow down, even when you want them to. If you’re wondering whether anxiety therapy could help, you may recognize yourself in some of the experiences below.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

You might benefit from anxiety therapy if…

Your mind feels stuck in racing thoughts or constant “what ifs.”

You feel tense, wired, or restless and have trouble relaxing.

Anxiety shows up physically, like tightness in your chest or trouble sleeping.

You overthink decisions and second-guess yourself.

Fear or worry leads you to avoid situations, conversations, or choices.

You want practical support to feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded.

Anxiety Therapy in Sierra Madre, CA can help!

What if you could go from:

⟡ Feeling stuck in overthinking → Feeling more confident in your decisions

⟡ Constant worry about the future → Trusting yourself to handle what comes

⟡ Physical tension and racing thoughts → Feeling calmer and more present

⟡ Avoiding situations because of anxiety → Showing up with greater ease

Step 1.

We start by getting curious about how anxiety shows up in your thoughts, body, and daily life, without judgment or pressure.

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Step 2.

Together, we notice patterns like overthinking, avoidance, or perfectionism and how they keep anxiety going.

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Step 3.

You’ll learn practical strategies to calm your mind and body, reduce anxiety, and feel more in control over time.

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MEET YOUR SIERRA MADRE ANXIETY THERAPIST

STEPHANIE HARIMOTO, LMFT

Hi, I’m Stephanie, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who helps adults navigate anxiety with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based support. Whether your anxiety Whether your anxiety is driven by overthinking, high expectations, or the pressure to hold it all together - you don’t have to carry it alone.

I’ve spent the past several years supporting people who feel stuck in overthinking, burnout, and self-doubt, even though they’re doing everything “right” on the outside.

Here’s why I’m passionate about this work: I know how anxiety can make it feel like you’re never doing enough, like you have to earn rest or prove your worth to feel okay. I believe you deserve more than just coping. You deserve to feel calm, grounded, and at home in your own life. I’m here to help you get there.

GET THE ANSWERS YOU NEED

Frequently Asked Questions:

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  • Anxiety can show up as racing thoughts, constant worry, irritability, trouble sleeping, or feeling like you can’t relax. It might also show up in your body like tightness in your chest, a pit in your stomach, or restlessness. If these patterns are interfering with your daily life, therapy can help.

  • Anxiety can stem from a mix of things: past experiences, family patterns, ongoing stress, perfectionism, or even unprocessed trauma. Sometimes it feels like it came out of nowhere. In therapy, we’ll work to understand the roots and help you find more peace in the present.

  • Yes! Therapy can give you practical tools to calm your nervous system, shift unhelpful thought patterns, and build long-term coping strategies. It’s about helping you feel more grounded, safe, and in control.

  • Absolutely. Many of my clients look “put together” on the outside but are overwhelmed, burned out, or anxious underneath. We’ll work to untangle the perfectionism, people-pleasing, and pressure that often fuel high-functioning anxiety. My hope is that you can learn to feel more at ease being your full self.

  • My fee for services is $225 per 50-minute session. I have a limited amount of sliding scale slots that will be prioritized for BIPOC or LGBTQIA+ clients. There is no guarantee that any of these will be available at the time you call. Please let me know if you need sliding scale fees during our call. If I cannot accommodate, I am happy to point you in a direction to meet your financial needs.

    *If you are a Utah resident, please reach out to me regarding therapy rates!

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    I am currently considered to be an out of network mental health provider.

    I am happy to provide you a superbill each month to give to your insurance. Please check with your insurance about your out of network mental health benefits - many of my clients are able to get reimbursement from their insurance.

    Why you should consider working with an “out of network” therapist:

    • No limitations on sessions. We can meet for as long as you need without having to worry if insurance will cut us off, or end coverage, which could abruptly end your care.

    • Allows me to offer you more flexible, personalized, and intentional care.

    • Helps me keep your information completely confidential, without needing to share diagnosis or notes with insurance companies.

    • Allows us to avoid surprise billing issues, which can lead to lapses in treatment.

    • Lets us focus on what’s best for you, not what insurance says is best for you!

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Other Services

THERAPY FOR RELIGIOUS TRAUMA

For anyone who’s felt the weight of religious expectations, shame, or fear, and is ready to untangle their beliefs and reconnect with their own inner wisdom.

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⟡ Process religious trauma and spiritual abuse
⟡ Support in redefining values and identity beyond harmful doctrine
⟡ Tools for setting boundaries and rebuilding trust in yourself
⟡ Compassionate, non-judgmental guidance at your pace

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THERAPY FOR TRAUMA & PTSD

For anyone who’s been carrying the weight of past trauma, whether it be emotional, relational, or systemic. Let’s help you to feel safe, grounded, and fully yourself again.

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⟡ Process trauma held in the body, mind, and nervous system
⟡ Explore and unlearn patterns rooted in survival, not self-trust
⟡ Build tools for emotional regulation, boundaries, and self-compassion
⟡ Receive steady, non-judgmental support at your pace

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LGBTQIA+ THERAPY

For LGBTQIA+ folks who are tired of feeling like they have to explain themselves or justify their experiences. Here, you don’t have to. Your story is honored, and your identity is valid.

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⟡ A safe space to explore your identity without judgment
⟡ Support navigating family, cultural, or religious pressures
⟡ Affirming care that centers your unique lived experiences
⟡ Tools for managing anxiety, shame, and relational dynamics

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EMDR Therapy

EMDR therapy services are grounded in the belief that your mind and body hold the wisdom to heal. I’m here to guide you in processing painful memories, calming your nervous system, and building self-trust along the way. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can reconnect with your sense of strength, clarity, and resilience.

READY TO START?

Let’s do it!

You’ve carried the weight for long enough. Let’s work together to help you find relief, safety, and self-compassion. Reach out to schedule a free consultation. Your healing is possible.