Los Angeles Anxiety Therapist

BIPOC and LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy

Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles - Begin your healing journey

You are starting to feel exhausted by having your life defined by fear, overwhelm, guilt, and shame.

You have always followed the norm to not stand out. You feel safe when you are in the background and blending in. Judgement and criticism have always been a part of your life. There has not been a time where you have not felt fear, anxiety, overwhelm, guilt, and shame. You are struggling to live a life of authenticity- who you are at your core, but the fear of people leaving stops you. This fear that has caused you to have your boundaries tested and crossed- leading you to bottle up your emotions for self-preservation. You think to yourself how these fears have kept you safe.

You start to struggle with feelings of resentment and guilt. You can not push away thoughts around not being enough. You can not explain the crying spells, sleepless nights, and difficulty concentrating.

You begin to question how normal can this uneasy feeling be if you are struggling to keep up with your day to day. This internal battle telling you to ease everyone else’s pain over your own is starting to feel heavier. You are exhausted and want to begin to live your life without second guessing, fears, and stress. You want to honor the different parts of you that are yearning for validation, empathy, and understanding. You do not want to hide, avoid, nor pretend anymore.

Get in touch with a Los Angeles Anxiety Therapist

When it comes to therapy, finding the right therapist is essential to your healing journey. As someone who specializes in anxiety therapy in Los Angeles, I know how vital it is to work with someone who not only understands anxiety but also respects your unique experiences. Whether you’re a first-generation BIPOC or part of the Queer community, finding a therapist who aligns with your values can make all the difference.

Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles, Ca

Ligia Orellana LMFT, Anxiety Therapist in Los Angeles and California

Hi ! My name is Ligia, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist.

I help First Gen BIPOC and Queer Folx live authentically and unapologetically.

As a Latinx therapist myself, I bring a cultural sensitivity to my work that allows me to connect with clients in a deeper way. I understand the challenges that can arise from cultural expectations, family dynamics, and generational trauma, and I tailor my approach to meet you where you are.

I work together with first Gen BIPOC and Queer folx, who want to explore and understand imbalances in their life. Specifically how fear, guilt, and shame has contributed to their individual anxiety to then feeling as if it has overtaken their lives.

I specialize in working with individuals for their own internal growth and relational growth. People who are looking to understand their emotions, struggle less with people pleasing, toxic relationships, and explore their gender/sexual identity.

In our work together, we invest time into identification of the common thread(s) around how your anxiety shows up for you. If there are connection(s) from childhood to adulthood we can dig deeper into, and what leads to the resurfacing of anxiety - that feels inconvenient. Let’s face it - being in anxiety spirals and rabbit holes are not the way we want to spend our days. Overall, the goal is to expand the understanding of your story as an individual- beliefs, values, and relationships that have shaped you.

At the end of our time together; my clients graduate from therapy feeling more confident in making authentic and affirming choices, gain control of their symptoms, and struggle less with worried thoughts around their relationship within themselves and with others. Most importantly - they are able to heal and move away from feelings of guilt and shame.

If you're looking for a therapist who understands the nuances of your identity, I encourage you to read more about myself: Latinx Therapist Counseling Los Angeles.

Anxiety Therapy in Los Angeles - Let’s work together to reclaim your time back from anxious thoughts.

If you are struggling with anxiety and seeking support in Los Angeles, I’m here to provide a compassionate and culturally-informed space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. I offer Anxiety Therapy in Los Angeles and California with a focus on Identity Development and Relational Growth through embracing your unique story and experiences.

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you’re balancing personal, cultural, and societal challenges. Whether it's family pressures, the weight of expectations, or the daily grind of navigating systemic stressors, anxiety can take a toll. I specialize in helping individuals like you manage their anxiety in a way that respects your cultural background. I help you understand your emotions, struggle less with people pleasing, toxic relationships, and explore your gender/sexual identity.

I believe therapy should be an inclusive and empowering experience for everyone, especially those from marginalized communities. You don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re ready to dive into a full therapy session or just need some initial guidance, I offer both in-depth sessions and a free 15-minute consultation to help you take the first step toward healing.

If you're ready to embark on this journey, connect with me today and book a session or call me at 323-493-6644 for a consultation for anxiety therapy in Los Angeles. Let's work together to reclaim your peace and well-being!

FAQs - Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles, CA

  • As an Anxiety therapist Los Angeles, I specialize in helping clients who are dealing with everything from generalized anxiety to specific forms of anxiety related to toxic relationships, people-pleasing, or emotional vulnerability. Understanding your anxiety—what triggers it, how it shows up, and how it impacts your life—is a huge part of the healing process.

  • Short answer — It depends on different factors. Every client is different in how they progress in therapy. 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. Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about emotional growth.

  • I work through an intersectional lens, which means that I take into account how factors like culture, race, gender, and sexuality can affect your anxiety and overall mental health. My work often combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Attachment Theory along with a deeper exploration of how the past impacts the present.

  • Do you catch yourself 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?

    Questions like these are your indicators around needing Anxiety Therapy Los Angeles, Ca. You wouldn’t be reading this page wondering what if? What if I invested in myself - for once.

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Anxiety Therapist in Los Angeles

Affirmative BIPOC & Queer Adult Care

Anxiety therapy los angeles, Ca

Finding the right Anxiety Los Angeles, Ca Therapist to build that human connection can be hard!

I know it can feel like a big step to call a therapist for the 1st time or the tenth, but I’ll make it easy. We’ll spend 15-minutes on the phone and I’ll let you know how or if I can help. If I am not the right person, I’ll do my best to get you to the right person. Call me at 323-493-6644.