in-person in los angeles & online across california
Therapy for high functioning adults in Los Angeles navigating anxiety, people-pleasing, and self-loss.
Life feels harder than it needs to right now.
From the outside, your life may even look full or successful. But underneath it all, something still feels off. You may find yourself caught between overthinking every decision, worrying about disappointing others, struggling in relationships that leave you feeling unseen or unfulfilled, and wondering why life still doesn't feel the way you hoped it would. Somewhere along the way, you've lost touch with yourself.
You might recognize some of this in yourself:
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Even when nothing is wrong, your mind keeps searching for the next problem to solve, prevent, or prepare for.
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You often find yourself managing, anticipating, or worrying about how everyone else is doing while putting your own needs aside.
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Mistakes feel unusually high stakes, and it's hard to shake the feeling that you should be doing more or doing better.
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Asking for what you want can feel uncomfortable, selfish, or like you're somehow letting someone down.
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You've spent so much time focusing on what others need or expect that it can be difficult to hear your own voice.
I’m Stephanie.
There is a way to live that feels more like you— and we’ll find it.
As a Los Angeles therapist, I help adults navigate anxiety, chronic overthinking, people-pleasing, relationship challenges, and identity struggles. I'm here to help you understand the patterns that have shaped you, strengthen your trust in yourself, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been pushed aside.
Over time, you may notice yourself spending less energy overthinking, seeking certainty, or looking to other people for reassurance, and more energy moving toward what matters most to you. Many people find they feel more confident in their decisions, more connected to themselves, and more able to create a life that reflects their values rather than outside pressures.
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Feel less consumed by overthinking, self-doubt, and the need for certainty. Together, we'll work toward greater self-trust, more confidence in your decisions, and the ability to move through life without constantly second-guessing yourself.
Click here to learn more about how I work with anxiety and chronic overthinking.
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Learn how to stay connected to others without losing yourself in the process. Together, we'll help you trust your own needs, feel less responsible for everyone else's feelings, and build relationships that feel more balanced, authentic, and fulfilling.
Click here to learn more about people-pleasing and relational patterns.
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Reconnect with yourself, clarify what matters most to you, and build a life that feels aligned with your values rather than other people's expectations. This work often includes exploring identity, cultural expectations, and the process of becoming more fully yourself.
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How it works
Reaching out can feel like a big step. I keep this part simple.
Click this link to schedule a 15-minute free consultation.
After you submit your form, I will reach out to you within 48 hours to schedule a consultation. During our call, you'll have the chance to share a little about what's bringing you to therapy, ask any questions you have, and get a sense of what it might be like to work together. It's simply a chance to talk and see whether it feels like a good fit.
If we decide to move forward, we'll schedule your first session and begin exploring the patterns you're tired of repeating, the questions you've been carrying, and what kind of life you want to create moving forward.