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Anxiety Therapy in Pasadena, CA
Virtual Services throughout Pasadena, California & Utah
“Anxiety doesn’t always look like panic. It often feels like constant overthinking, exhaustion, and pressure to hold everything together.”
How Therapy Helps with Anxiety
→ Identify thoughts that fuel fear, worry, and self-doubt
→ Challenge beliefs that no longer serve you
→ Gently face fears and triggers with support
→ Address perfectionism and people-pleasing patterns
→ Build healthy boundaries
→ Develop coping tools that reduce stress
Together, we work toward helping you live with more ease and confidence, rather than letting anxiety take the lead.
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Anxiety in Children & Teens in Pasadena, CA
Virtual Services throughout Pasadena, California & Utah
Anxiety in children and teens often looks very different from anxiety in adults. It can be confusing and heartbreaking to watch your child struggle without fully understanding why.
You may notice your child becoming more withdrawn, irritable, avoidant, or overwhelmed. Activities they once loved may no longer interest them. Meltdowns, shutdowns, or unexpected behavior changes may leave you feeling unsure how to help.
Anxiety in Adults
You may appear high-functioning on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed.
Common Symptoms:
Restlessness
→ Irritability or agitation
→ Chronic fatigue
→ Difficulty concentrating
→ Muscle tension
→ Trouble sleeping
→ Avoidance behaviors
→ Panic attacks
→ Intrusive or irrational fears
Stress from work, relationships, parenting, life transitions, or ongoing uncertainty can intensify anxiety. You may feel stuck,even if you’ve tried coping strategies on your own.
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Meet your Pasadena Anxiety Therapist
Hi, I’m Jennifer, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I support children, families, adults, and couples who are dealing with anxiety and how it can quietly (or not so quietly) impact your thoughts, your body, and how you move through your day. My work is rooted in compassion, directness, and evidence-based approaches, because anxiety shows up differently for everyone, and your care should reflect that.
Over the years, I’ve worked with people who feel caught in loops of overthinking, self-doubt, and pressure to keep it all together. From the outside, it can seem like you’re functioning just fine, but internally it can feel overwhelming, draining, and hard to slow down.
I care deeply about this work because I’ve seen how anxiety can convince you that you’re not doing enough, that you’re somehow behind, or that you have to earn your right to rest. I don’t believe that’s how you’re meant to live. You deserve to feel grounded, to trust yourself, and to experience a sense of ease in your life. I’m here to help you build that.
JENNIFER STREHLE LMFT
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Therapy is a space just for you, where you don’t have to have everything figured out or know exactly what to say. Sessions move at your pace and are shaped around what you’re dealing with right now.
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We’ll talk about what feels stressful, overwhelming, or confusing in your life. That might include school, work, relationships, family, anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling stuck.
When words are hard to find, we can slow things down and use grounding tools or body-based awareness to help you understand what’s going on inside.
You’ll learn practical skills to manage stress and anxiety, regulate emotions, and feel more steady day-to-day. Therapy can also help you explore identity, build confidence, set boundaries, and make decisions that feel right for you, not just what others expect.
If family tension or pressure is part of what you’re dealing with, therapy can help you navigate communication, independence, and boundaries while still staying connected.
Most importantly, therapy is a place where you can be honest, supported, and understood. You’re in a season of growth, and therapy offers support as you figure things out.
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CALIFORNIA CLIENTS:
Individual therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $220
Mini-session (30 minutes) @ $110
Couple Therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $275
Family Therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $275
Sliding Scale Option
A limited number of sliding scale spots may be available ($150–$200) for those who qualify. Please indicate interest during your consult. -
Yes, I take Cigna, Aetna and Optum health insurance through. If you’re unsure about your coverage, I’m happy to support you in checking.
Superbills can also be provided for other insurance companies, that I am Out of Network. so you can use out of network benefits.
Why? I know that paying out-of-pocket can feel overwhelming. I’m happy, to help, to provide a monthly statement (a “Superbill”) that you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. I am happy to assist you through Thrizer
Cash Pay:
Some individuals want their Story Rewritten without insurance restrictions.
Why? Because real healing takes time, and your story is unique. Therapy isn’t about following a script or meeting quotas, it’s about creating a space where you feel seen and understood. Staying independent allows me to tailor our work to what you truly need, without being restricted by session limits or standardized treatments. This means we can go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you. This allows us to focus solely on your well-being without the constraints imposed by insurance requirements. Rest assured, our priority is to ensure that you receive the highest level of care and support throughout your therapeutic journey.
If the fee feels like a stretch, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I offer sliding-scale options because I believe therapy should be accessible. If you feel like we’d be a good fit, we can find a way to make it work. You're not alone in this—I’m here to support you every step of the way.
As a general rule, call your insurance company prior to our first session in order to verify out-of-network reimbursement and coverage by asking the following:Does my plan include out-of-network, outpatient mental health coverage?
If so, what percentage of the fee do you reimburse for therapy with a licensed LMFT?
Do I have an annual deductible and has it been met?
Is there a limit to the number of sessions my plan covers per calendar year?
How do I submit claims?
Some carriers have been authorizing Telehealth during the COVID pandemic but intend to eventually drop this coverage. Clients must contact their plan administrator to verify that their PPO plan covers outpatient mental health via telehealth with an out-of-network provider.
Utah Clients
Please contact me directly.
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I am licensed to practice in California and Utah. Since I practice remotely, if you are going to college anywhere in the states of California or Utah we can continue to work together online. If you are going to college out of state, I can provide you with a list of referrals if needed.
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No problem, we provide virtual services throughout California and the following cities:
Arcadia
Monrovia
South Pasadena
San Gabriel Valley
Sierra Madre