Anxiety Therapy in Seattle
Sound like you?
On the outside, it may seem like you have everything under control—but inside, you feel disconnected and overwhelmed by anxiety. If you find yourself spiraling into worst-case scenarios or sensing that life shouldn’t feel this hard, anxiety therapy can help.
Find Lasting Relief with Anxiety Therapy in Washington.
you’re not alone in your struggle.
Anxiety can show up in many different ways — constant overthinking, physical tension, difficulty sleeping, irritability, or a persistent sense that something isn’t quite right. While anxiety is a normal human emotion, when it becomes chronic or overwhelming, it can significantly impact your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.
Often, the ways we try to manage anxiety — avoiding situations, overworking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or numbing — can provide short-term relief but reinforce the cycle over time. These strategies make sense, and they develop for a reason. But they rarely bring lasting calm.
If you’re looking for meaningful support for anxiety in Washington State, therapy can help you better understand your patterns, regulate your nervous system, and respond to stress in ways that feel more sustainable.
In my practice, I work with high-functioning professionals, neurodivergent individuals, and those who may appear “put together” on the outside while privately struggling with anxious thoughts, self-doubt, burnout, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Together, we create space to slow down, unpack what’s driving your anxiety, and build tools that align with how your brain and body actually work.
You don’t have to navigate anxiety alone. I offer a supportive, confidential virtual space for individuals across Washington State where you can show up fully — without masking, pressure, or judgment.
Healing doesn’t mean eliminating anxiety completely. It means learning how to relate to it differently so you can move toward a life that feels grounded, authentic, and fulfilling.
How I can help
Evidence-Based Anxiety Therapy in Washington
Many people discover that their anxiety is connected to specific areas of life — relationships, self-worth, decision-making, career demands, or family expectations. For others, anxiety feels more constant and generalized, like a persistent undercurrent of worry or tension that never fully turns off.
Our work together will be tailored to your unique experience. I take a humanistic and collaborative approach. I’m not here to pathologize you or rush to label you. Instead, we focus on understanding your patterns, your nervous system, and the context of your experiences so we can create practical, sustainable strategies that support real change.
In our work, I offer insight, compassionate feedback, and gentle challenges when helpful. We’ll identify blind spots or patterns that may be reinforcing anxiety, such as perfectionism, over-responsibility, masking, or people-pleasing. We may also explore your past experiences — not to stay stuck there, but to better understand how your story shapes your present reactions and relationships.
My goal is to help you feel more empowered, confident, and in control of your anxiety. Together, we’ll work toward building a present and future that feels more connected, regulated, and aligned with who you truly are.
You don’t have to navigate anxiety alone. Support is available.
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone.
Using a thoughtful, insight-oriented approach, I help you step back and see the bigger picture — how your past, relationships, values, and beliefs shape the way you respond to stress today. From there, we build clarity, self-trust, and confidence in your ability to move forward.
I provide a safe, nonjudgmental and confidential space where you can openly explore your emotions, examine limiting beliefs, and develop healthier, more compassionate ways of relating to yourself. Whether you are experiencing everyday stress, high-functioning anxiety, or deeper, persistent worry, anxiety therapy can help you feel more regulated, grounded, and aligned with who you truly are.
You deserve support that goes beyond quick coping tools — support that helps you create meaningful and lasting change.
Approach
Evidence-Based Anxiety Therapy in Washington.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, effective, research-based support is available. I offer evidence-based therapy for anxiety in Washington, combining person-centered approach with proven therapeutic techniques.
While our sessions will always be tailored to your unique experiences and goals, I draw from evidence-based modalities and approaches that have been scientifically shown to reduce anxiety symptoms and improve overall well-being. Together, we’ll explore how to apply these strategies in your daily life so you can feel more grounded, resilient, and in control.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
You’ll walk away with:
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Greater insight into the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that contribute to your anxiety.
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Practical, evidenced-based tools to help you manage your anxiety in the moment and long-term.
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A healthier relationship to anxiety and other difficult emotions. Less reactivity, more emotional flexibility.
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Increased confidence and a stronger sense of self—you’ll make decisions that align with your true self.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Step 1: Schedule a free 15-minute consult call.
Here’s what to expect during the consult call:
Briefly discuss what's bringing you to therapy
I'll ask about what you expect of me as your therapist
I’ll tell you a bit about myself and my approach as a therapist
You can ask me any questions I didn’t cover
Step 2: If we decide we are a good fit, we'll schedule your 50 minute intake appointment. I'll email you intake forms to complete online before that first session.
During your intake appointment, I'll ask questions to get to know you better, and provide more specific feedback about how I can help.
Step 3: From there, I typically meet with clients on a weekly or biweekly basis until you have reached your treatment goals.
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Individual therapy (50 min) $220
Parent/Family coaching (50 min) $220
Please note: I am an out-of-network provider which means I do not accept insurance. I provide superbills for clients who plan to request out-of-network reimbursement from their insurance company.
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I am an out-of-network provider which means I do not accept insurance. I am happy to provide you with a superbill, which you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. It is your responsibility to contact your insurance company to explore your out-of-network benefits.
You may want to ask your insurance provider about the following CPT codes:
90791 - Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation
90834 - Individual psychotherapy
90847 - Family psychotherapy without patient present
If you are not planning to use insurance, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act. Learn more about that here.
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It’s always a good idea to call the number on the back of your health insurance card for more information. Per request, I can email you a monthly superbill (detailed receipt) which you then submit to your insurance company. Your insurance company will then mail you a check with your reimbursement.
You can ask them the following questions:
Do I have out-of-network outpatient mental health coverage? Am I able to use these benefits for telehealth?
What is my out-of-network deductible?
How much of my deductible has been met this year?
Do I need a referral from an in-network provider to see someone out-of-network?
What percentage of outpatient psychotherapy sessions are covered per session?
How much will I be reimbursed for a 45 minute psychotherapy session (CPT code: 90834)?
How do I submit claim forms for reimbursement?
How long does it take for me to receive reimbursement?
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Yes! Please inquire about sliding scale fees and availability.
Contact us!
Tel: (253) 948-5870
Email: drraisa@nshoretherapy.com
Fill out the form below for any questions and inquires. We look forward to hearing from you!