Anxiety Therapy for Teens & Adults in Pasadena, CA.
You don’t have to live with the constant noise in your head. Practical, evidence-based tools to reclaim your calm.
Is Anxiety Running Your Life?
Anxiety is more than just "stress." It’s a physical and mental loop that feels impossible to turn off. Whether you are a high-achieving professional or the parent of a worried teenager, you might recognize these signs:
The "What-If" Spiral: Your brain instantly jumps to the worst-case scenario, no matter how unlikely it is.
Physical Symptoms: Tight chest, racing heart, stomach issues, or difficulty sleeping because you can't "power down."
Avoidance: You (or your teen) have started skipping social events, classes, or opportunities just to avoid the feeling of dread.
Perfectionism: You feel like you have to be perfect, or everything will fall apart.
We Don't Just "Talk" About Anxiety. We Treat It.
At Huntington Psychological Services, we treat anxiety as a mechanism that has gone into overdrive, not a personality flaw. We work with Adolescents (12+) and Adults using active, research-backed methods.
We primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the gold standard for anxiety treatment. We help you:
Identify Triggers: Pinpoint exactly what sets off your alarm system.
Challenge Thoughts: Learn to catch the "lies" your anxiety tells you ("Everyone is judging me," "I'm going to fail").
Regulate Your Body: Practical skills to lower your heart rate and stop a panic attack in its tracks.
Specialized Treatment For:
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Generalized Anxiety (GAD)
Chronic worry about everything (health, money, family) that you can't turn off.
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Social Anxiety
Intense fear of judgment, public speaking, or "being awkward" in social settings.
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Panic Attacks
Sudden episodes of terror, racing heart, or feeling like you can't breathe.
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Perfectionism & Performance
The crushing pressure to succeed at school (Teens) or work (Adults).
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Phobias
Specific fears (driving, flying, needles) that limit your freedom.
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OCD Tendencies
Intrusive thoughts and the compulsive need to "fix" or check things to feel safe.
Tailored Care for Every Stage
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For Teens
Adolescence is a "perfect storm" for anxiety. We help teens navigate academic pressure, social media comparison, and college prep stress without shutting down. We give them a safe space to vent—and tools to cope.
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For Adults
You are juggling a career, relationships, and maybe parenting. It’s exhausting. We help high-functioning adults learn to set boundaries, quiet the inner critic, and find balance without dropping the ball.
FAQs
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The goal isn't to never feel anxious again (anxiety is a natural human emotion!). The goal is to stop it from controlling you. You will learn to manage it so it fades into the background.
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We are therapists, so we provide "talk therapy" (psychotherapy). However, we work closely with local psychiatrists and can provide referrals if we think medication would support your therapy.
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Currently, we focus exclusively on Teens (12+) and Adults. Pediatric anxiety often requires different play-based and parent-based approaches. We are happy to refer you to child specialists in Pasadena.
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CBT for anxiety is often shorter-term than other therapies. Many patients feel a significant reduction in symptoms within 12-20 sessions.
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Yes. We know you are busy. While there is value to in-person sessions, we offer secure video therapy that you can do from home.
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We are an out-of-network provider. This allows us to prioritize your privacy and care quality over insurance restrictions. We can provide a "Superbill" for you to submit to your PPO plan for potential reimbursement.
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Your first step is to book a 15-minute complimentary consultation call with a member of our care team. You can schedule your call directly using this link. During this call, we will listen to your needs, answer your questions, and determine if our therapy approach is the right fit for you.
Meet our team
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Dr. Allen Sung
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Dr. Gianna Rinaldi
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Nikka Pisigan-Camarena
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Maurisa Chong
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Remi Hisataka
“The confidence and peace of mind this process gave us is priceless. I can't say enough good things about their work and absolutely recommend them.”
— JESSICA P
Your next step starts here.
Imagine Waking Up Without the Dread.
It is possible. Let’s build your toolkit together. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if our team is the right fit for you.