Our practice treats the full spectrum of anxiety disorders affecting individuals in our community:
We prioritize evidence-based therapy as the cornerstone of effective anxiety treatment. Cognitive-behavioral approaches teach you to recognize and modify the thought patterns that fuel anxiety, while exposure-based techniques help you gradually face feared situations without avoidance.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps you identify anxious thinking patterns and replace them with more balanced perspectives. Our anxiety therapists in Santa Monica also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to build psychological flexibility and reduce avoidance.
Psychopharmacology provides additional support when anxiety symptoms significantly impair functioning. SSRIs, SNRIs or other agents can reduce physiological arousal and intrusive worry. Our anxiety psychiatrists in Santa Monica select medications carefully based on your specific presentation.
For individuals with treatment-resistant anxiety, IV ketamine therapy and SPRAVATO™ (esketamine) offer rapid symptom relief. These interventions target different neural pathways than traditional medications.
Dr. Cohen and the team at Principium bring extensive training in anxiety disorders to the Los Angeles area. Dr. Cohen holds academic appointments as a clinical associate professor at both Weill Cornell Medical College and Columbia University, and his expertise has been recognized by The New York Times and The Washington Post.
Here are common questions about anxiety treatment in Santa Monica.
Consider seeking help when anxiety interferes with work, relationships or daily activities, when physical symptoms become frequent or when avoidance limits your life choices. Professional treatment becomes especially important if anxiety triggers panic attacks or escalating worry patterns.
Stress typically relates to specific external pressures and resolves when the stressor passes. Anxiety disorders involve persistent, excessive worry that continues even when circumstances don’t warrant it. The worry feels uncontrollable and significantly impacts your functioning.
Many individuals notice initial improvement within three to six weeks of starting therapy or medication. CBT skills often begin to reduce symptoms as you practice them between sessions. Medication typically takes four to six weeks to reach full effectiveness.
Relief from persistent anxiety is within reach. Contact us for more information or book an appointment to discuss how we can help you move forward.
