Anxiety Treatment San Jose
You don’t have to live with anxiety anymore. Therapy can help you take back control of your life and become a happy person.
Some worry is necessary. It’s even instinctive. If we never worried, we wouldn’t be able to plan for the future or predict dangerous situations. Worry can also be a coping strategy. When we worry, we feel that we have control over an unpredictable situation. By focusing on what can go wrong, we protect ourselves against shock or disappointment. Or at least, that’s what we tell ourselves!
But the line between both is very thin and we often tend to cross it. How many times do you catch yourself worrying about things you can’t control or can’t change? I’m sure that your answer would be “more than I want to”.
About 90% of the things we worry about never actually happen. It’s easy to get stuck in a state of hypervigilance. This drains your energy, interferes with your relationships, and makes it hard to focus at work.
Life transitions, like marriage, the birth of a child, starting a new job, or a bereavement, can make anxiety worse. Some of us have chronic anxiety. We might not be able to pinpoint any particular cause but still suffer overwhelming worry every day.
Anxiety treatment service will help you get back control over your brain. You’ll learn healthy behaviors and coping mechanisms so you can stop the overwhelming negative thoughts.
Remember that you are not alone in your struggle. According to the World Health Organization, 7.7% of American women and 2.6% of men have some kind of anxiety disorder. You probably know someone else with the same problem, even if they don’t confide in you.
Most of the people feel ashamed sharing that they experience anxiety. They worry that they might come across as weak or as a “drama queen”.
In my work as a therapist, I combine a holistic approach with evidence-based best practices. I target the biological, social, psychological, and spiritual causes of anxiety and intervene in each of these areas. I believe this is the best approach for anxiety. You need to feel mindful and whole in order to run away from the anxiety.
My first aim will be to fully understand your life and goals while building a relationship based on trust. We will then work together to find ways to overcome your anxiety using modalities including CBT, Rogerian, solution-focused therapy, and exposure therapy. Every person is different and I tailor treatment to suit each client, considering their personality, strengths, and limitations.
Many clients I work with say they feel “more peaceful,” “hopeful” and “calm” when leaving my office. This is the most important indication that your treatment is working.
Of course, you need to do some hard work as well. Nothing happens overnight and mental health is certainly not one of the expectations. You need to learn and overcome negative behaviors and patterns that are leading you to have negative thoughts.
Anxiety is considered easier to treat than other disorders, such as depression or bipolar disorder. I create a safe space for you to talk about your fears, and how your anxiety is impacting your life. We’ll work together to create a plan to cope with, manage, and lessen (and hopefully get rid of) your anxiety. You’ll learn how to take hold of it, instead of letting it take hold of you.
To get the most from therapy, you need to find someone with the right education and experience. You need someone who will make you feel safe and supported. Someone who can understand your struggles without a slight of judgment.
Let me introduce myself. My name is Lia Huynh, and I’ve been a therapist for over 17 years. I’m also a professor and professional speaker.
I wanted to become a therapist after going through some trying times as an adolescent. I was so fortunate to have older, wiser people around to support and empower me. They gave me space to process my feelings. I saw the healing power of counseling for myself as I gained precious clarity and direction. Needless to say that I felt inspired and decided to dedicate my life to helping people overcome similar struggles to mine.
As a high school peer counselor, I got a taste of what it was like to help others. I was hooked! Since then, it’s been my mission to help others move towards hope and healing.
Over 25 years later, my passion for helping others continues to fuel my work. I have been in professional practice for over 17 years. During that time, I have helped hundreds of people make their lives happier, more balanced, and more purposeful.
I create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where you can feel comfortable sharing those feelings and thoughts that you may find hard to talk about with other people. I’ll give you coping techniques that are based on clinical research and proven to work for most clients with anxiety. Therapy doesn’t have to be a joyless process. I believe in the power of warmth and humor alongside evidence-based practice.
My priority is to make you feel comfortable
It’s hard to call up a complete stranger and open up about all the things that you try to keep hidden from the world. I realize how difficult this is. You have my empathy and my absolute respect.
My office is a safe space. You can talk about anything – all your fears, worries, and anxieties – without any judgment. I will never tell you to “get over it,” or that “it’s all in your mind.” We will work together, gently, at your pace, to move you closer to your goals. I understand that every person has his own struggles and needs to go through his own journey. I’ll never inflict my beliefs regarding a situation or the way you’re healing.
I have personal experience with anxiety
I struggled with panic disorder and anxiety for many years before I sought treatment. I also had two severe cases of postpartum anxiety and depression after giving birth to my daughters.
I understand the feelings that come with having anxiety, and the stigma and isolation. I also understand what it takes to get better, and how great it feels to have the problem under control.
Having professional experience and being in your shoes makes me the best choice for you!
I learned from the very best
For my undergrad degree, I studied at UCLA under some of the most prominent researchers in the field. I then went on to study at SFSU for my two master’s degrees, again working with some of the best clinicians in counseling.
That was over 17 years ago and, since then, I have had the opportunity to work in a myriad of settings with many populations. I’ve worked with a diverse range of clients, from convicted murderers to heads of big companies.
It’s normal to have concerns and doubts about therapy. They are still a lot of stigmas when it comes to mental health treatment. Let me address some of the most common questions.
“What if therapy doesn’t work?”
Therapy does entail a degree of risk. You need to dedicate time, money, emotion, and effort to get the most from the process. It is natural to feel apprehensive. However, if you do not act, it’s likely nothing will change. Sometimes, just deciding to get help is the biggest step toward recovery and healing.
In my 17 years of practice, I have seen many people feel better and manage their anxiety through therapy. I use evidence-based techniques that really work. They can change your life.
“Isn’t therapy just for weak people who can’t help themselves?”
Nothing could be further from the truth.
My clients are some of the bravest people I have ever met. It takes courage to decide it’s time to change. It takes even more courage to call someone you don’t know, and share all your fears with this person. That doesn’t sound “weak” to me!
So many people walk into my office nervous and shaking, but leave therapy as different people. I don’t take the credit – it’s all down to the courage of my clients, who allow themselves to grow and change. Seeking therapy is a sign of strength.
“Therapy is expensive and time consuming. Is it worth the investment?”
Therapy could be one of the smartest investments you’ll ever make. Like anything we value, whether it be our education, our health, or our stock portfolio, we have to allocate time and money to see gains.
Isn’t your mental health and well-being worth the investment? What would you be able to do with your life if you weren’t anxious anymore?
“I don’t want to open up to a stranger. Can therapy work for me?”
In my office, I work to help you feel comfortable with me and the therapy process in general. Questions and comments are always welcome. My office is a no-judgment zone. No issues are ever minimized or put down. This is your life and your experience, and I consider it a privilege to work with you.
The one advantage I often hear from clients about opening up to a therapist is that our conversations are confidential. (There are only a few exceptions, like disclosures around homicide, suicide, and abuse.)
My clients appreciate that I am unbiased and removed from their personal situation. There’s no drama, no gossip. Anything said in the therapy room, stays in the therapy room. And that’s a fact.
Are you ready to feel calmer, clearer and confident? Contact me today for an initial consultation! Anxiety Treatment San Jose
This was the best experience I’ve had with therapy. Lia gave me great advice on how to handle my panic attacks. It was helpful to get information that other doctors never gave me. I liked being able to work on overcoming the anxiety without being medicated. She was always very kind and listened to what I needed to talk about.”
— Client
I suffered from emotional hardship after my breakup. I lost my self confidence, and was doubtful of my self-value. That’s the time when I sought out Lia’s help. Lia helped me through giving me support and positive encouragement when I needed them the most. I am very thankful that God has given me help through Lia so that I can find my joy and peace again!
— Client
I was struggling with a long period of anxiety and depression as a result the break-up. Lia was able to help me understand my part in the cycle of behavior and showed me how to extract myself from the situation and move on with my life. She gave me tools to help focus on my wellbeing and stop events from the past influencing my future. Lia seemed to listen actively and carefully to what I was saying and was able to understand what I was expressing sometimes even before I fully understood it myself. I appreciated that her office was comfortable, clean and quiet. I found it very easy to relax and say what needed to be said.
— Client
Lia’s calm demeanor was nice–nothing felt forced or hurried. Also for every story I’d share there was always a comment–felt listened to and had engagement. I also enjoyed the good laughs that would come up during conversations. Lia helped me by helping me deal with my fears and feelings and initially overcoming the hardship of struggling with a mental illness. Lia is a great listener with comments that are reflective and engaging.
— Client
Lia let me know if was okay to have my feelings and where they were coming from. It makes more sense now. I have grown as a person. Thank you, Lia.
— Client
I was dealing with depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Lia listened to the issues that I was facing. She would provide support through feedback as well as help me come up with coping strategies to deal with things. She was always very positive and friendly and made me feel like I was not crazy, that I am simply a human being going through a lot.
— Client
It was helpful for me to be able to talk through issues. I learned that a willingness to compromise on issues with your significant other is important. I also got to work through my feelings about work/career.
— Client
My boyfriend was dealing with a form of depression and it was putting a strain on our relationship. Lia helped me realize that depression doesn’t have to be a deal breaker for someone you really love. You can work through differences and make things work if you want to put the effort in. I had a lot of insightful sessions with her.
— Client
I felt like Lia really cared and was willing to help. Counseling felt like a safe place where I didn’t feel judged and I could talk honestly about my feelings without worrying what the other person thinks of me. My goal for therapy was to get out of feeling stuck especially with my career and also to gain self confidence. I became more open to new experiences, people, and adventures as a result of therapy. Lia helped me step by step through the interview process and I was able to get a new job. She kept pushing me every week and encouraging me to keep trying.
— Client
“Lia is good at finding out what the situation is, in a gentle and non-intrusive way. Within the first session, she is able to build a strong rapport, and able to pinpoint the problems my family is having. Her ideas and suggestions towards the problems are innovative and give me insight about my relationship. I can’t thank her enough and appreciate all her efforts!”
— Client
“I had an excellent experience with Lia. She is very caring, kind and sensitive to what ever your problem you have. I learned about myself that being considerate and kind is not a form of weakness. I also learned to just be myself. She did an excellent job tending to my problems, and for that I would like to extend my gratitude. Thank you, Lia! “
— Client
“Lia is professional without being intimidating, kind, incisive, and very complimentary. I find her very helpful, and not at all someone to be afraid of. Her service is caring, professional, not overly concerned with the dogma of any school of thought.”
— Client
“With Lia, I felt the openness to speak whatever I was feeling and she helped me to cope with the grieving process and work through it. She is very professional and polite. I was impressed by her website as well as prompt responses to my emails and calls.”
— Client
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Lia Huynh, MS, LMFT
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Lia Huynh, LMFT
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Lia Huynh, MS, LMFT