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Anxiety Treatment in Los Angeles 

Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles (KCLA) offers adult anxiety treatment through psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and coordination of therapy. We help people with persistent worry, panic attacks, social anxiety, and anxiety alongside depression understand their options and build a plan for daily life.

Medication and anxiety-focused therapy are established treatments. We may consider IV ketamine selectively; TMS and Spravato serve different roles depending on the diagnosis. You do not need to choose a treatment before contacting us.

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Your free phone consultation is with a care coordinator about appointments, fit, and payment. Clinical evaluation and treatment are separate services.
Adults 18+
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California Telehealth Psychiatry

Is KCLA a good fit for your anxiety care?

An evaluation may help if worry, panic, avoidance, or physical anxiety is interfering with work, relationships, sleep, or independence. We also see adults seeking a medication review, transferring psychiatric care, or considering another option after treatment has not helped enough. KCLA provides scheduled outpatient care. If you are looking only for weekly CBT or exposure therapy, ask about current availability and referral options.

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Compare anxiety treatment options

These options serve different needs. Their order is not a treatment sequence.

Option Role in anxiety care Main consideration
Medication Established treatment for several anxiety disorders. Choice and monitoring depend on the diagnosis and health history.
IV Ketamine Selected adults with persistent symptoms, sometimes alongside depression. Off-label for anxiety.
TMS Most clearly applicable to qualifying major depression with anxiety symptoms. KCLA's MagVenture anxious-depression clearance is not a clearance for primary anxiety disorders.
Spravato A separate qualifying adult depression diagnosis. Not approved for anxiety alone.
Therapy CBT and exposure-based care matched to the anxiety disorder. KCLA offers support within psychiatric care and coordination with outside therapists.

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Anxiety treatment options at KCLA

Medication Management for Anxiety

A psychiatric evaluation reviews your symptoms, prior care, medical history, and goals. SSRIs and SNRIs are common options for several anxiety disorders; other medications may be appropriate for specific needs. Benefits often develop over several weeks. Follow-up reviews response, side effects, and interactions. Benzodiazepines require particular caution because of dependence, sedation, and withdrawal risks. Do not stop prescribed medication abruptly.1

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IV Ketamine for Anxiety

IV ketamine for anxiety is off-label, meaning it is not an FDA-approved use. Studies and experience show strong potential benefits. KCLA may consider it after medical and psychiatric review, particularly when depression also needs treatment.2 Infusions require in-person monitoring and a ride home. Your KCLA clinician explains the recommended course, alternatives, and driving restrictions.

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TMS for Anxiety

Transcranial magnetic stimulation uses magnetic pulses without anesthesia. MagVenture has a specific FDA-cleared indication for adults with major depressive disorder, including associated anxiety symptoms, after insufficient improvement with prior antidepressant treatment in the current episode. This does not establish clearance for generalized anxiety, panic disorder, or social anxiety alone.3 Treatment involves repeated clinic visits. We review the applicable protocol, schedule, and coverage before treatment.

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Spravato for Anxiety

Spravato is esketamine nasal spray approved for specific adult depression indications, not anxiety alone. It requires treatment in a REMS-certified setting and at least two hours of monitoring. You'll need a ride home; you must wait until the next day, after restful sleep, before driving.4

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Therapy and coordinated care

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure-based methods help people change anxiety-related thinking, avoidance, and behavior. The approach should match the disorder. KCLA psychiatric visits may include supportive psychotherapy; structured CBT or exposure therapy may require an outside specialist. We can coordinate care with your permission.1

When anxiety treatment has not helped enough

Persistent symptoms call for a review of the diagnosis, prior medication dose and duration, therapy approach, sleep, side effects, and medical or substance-related contributors. A better-matched medication or therapy plan may help. An advanced treatment requires its own assessment; persistent anxiety alone does not establish eligibility for TMS or Spravato.

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Insurance Accepted & Payment Options

KCLA accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare, for TMS, Spravato, and Psychiatric Care. Some plans may also cover IV Ketamine. Coverage varies by plan, provider, and treatment. Our team can verify your benefits and explain estimated out-of-pocket costs before you begin.

Self-pay financing options include up to 24 months interest-free, subject to eligibility and financing terms.

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Understanding anxiety disorders

 

An anxiety disorder involves persistent fear, worry, or avoidance that interferes with daily life. Common forms include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, and agoraphobia. Genetics, life experiences, stress, and health factors can contribute.1,5

Symptoms may include racing thoughts, muscle tension, poor sleep, nausea, sweating, a fast heartbeat, and difficulty concentrating. Anxiety can occur with depression, ADHD, substance use, or medical conditions. OCD and PTSD are separate diagnoses with their own treatment approaches.

Diagnosis considers symptom patterns, duration, impact, medications, and medical history. Questionnaires can help, but do not replace a clinical evaluation. New chest pain, fainting, or severe breathing difficulty needs urgent medical assessment; do not assume it is anxiety.

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What to expect at KCLA

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Talk with a treatment coordinator

Discuss appointment options, location, and insurance or self-pay needs.

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Complete an evaluation

A psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner reviews your history and recommends appropriate next steps.

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Review the plan and costs

Understand the treatment, time commitment, alternatives, and estimated responsibility before proceeding.

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Track progress

Follow-up considers symptom measures, side effects, and changes in daily functioning.

Why choose KCLA for anxiety care

KCLA has served Los Angeles since 2014. You can receive psychiatric and interventional services within one practice, with monitored infusion care and coordination with your existing clinicians. Treatment decisions take your prior experience and preferences into account. Meet the KCLA care team.

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Your KCLA Providers
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Kathleen Lopez, MD

Psychiatrist, Double Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Kathleen Lopez, MD

Kathleen Lopez, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult psychiatry as well as child and adolescent psychiatry at Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a pre-medical focus from Pacific Union College and her medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. She completed her adult psychiatry residency at the University of California, Riverside, and a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at UCLA, where she also served as Administrative Chief.


Dr. Lopez is deeply passionate about expanding access to high-quality mental health care, with a special focus on neurodiverse youth and adults. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is committed to providing inclusive, compassionate care that supports individuals and families in meaningful and culturally responsive ways.


She was drawn to Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles for its collaborative culture and shared commitment to patient-centered care. Outside the clinic, Dr. Lopez enjoys crocheting, weight lifting, camping, and growing her home library. She also has a background in vocal music and continues to hold a lifelong love for music.

Pascal Stirnimann, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Pascal Stirnimann, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Doctor of Nursing Practice, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified

Pascal Stirnimann, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Pascal Strinimann is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Miami and both a Master of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice from Columbia University. He specializes in treating mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and impulse control disorders across the lifespan.


Pascal has experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, including training at a women’s shelter in New York City. His clinical background supports a comprehensive and compassionate approach to psychiatric evaluation and treatment.


He takes a holistic, family-informed approach and works closely with clients through shared decision-making to develop personalized treatment plans that support emotional health, functional improvement, and long-term wellness.  Outside the clinic, Pascal enjoys spending time outdoors biking, running, or hiking, or indoors cooking and catching up on movies and TV.

Appointments and payment

Visit KCLA at 6801 Park Terrace, Suite 525, Los Angeles, CA 90045, in Playa District. Patient care hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific. Psychiatry may be available by telehealth while you are physically in California; IV ketamine, TMS, and Spravato require clinic visits.

KCLA accepts most health insurance, which usually covers psychiatry, depending on the plan, clinician, and service. TMS or Spravato generally requires a separate qualifying diagnosis and authorization. IV ketamine for anxiety is commonly self-pay. Benefits checks and estimates do not guarantee payment.

Self-pay psychiatry is $400 for a 60-minute evaluation and $200 for a 30-minute follow-up.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I see an anxiety psychiatrist at KCLA?

Yes, subject to availability. Appointments may be with a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner. Tell the coordinator if you specifically prefer a physician psychiatrist.

Can I start without a diagnosis?

Yes. An evaluation can help clarify whether symptoms reflect an anxiety disorder or another concern. You do not need to select a medication or procedure first.

Is ketamine or TMS the best treatment for anxiety?

No single treatment works best for everyone. CBT and medication are established options. Ketamine for anxiety is off-label with limited evidence; KCLA's cleared TMS indication for anxiety symptoms applies to qualifying major depression. 1,3

Can I transfer my medication management?

You can request an evaluation and share prior records. Whether to continue any specific medication depends on the new clinician's assessment and is not guaranteed.

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Discuss your next step

Tell us whether you need a first evaluation, a medication review, or help after prior care has not worked well enough. We will help identify the appropriate appointment.

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Urgent help: KCLA is not an emergency service. Call 911 for immediate danger or a medical emergency. For suicidal or emotional crisis support in the United States, call or text 988. This page is educational; diagnosis, eligibility, and treatment require individual clinical evaluation. Results vary.

 

Medical sources

1 NIMH guidance on generalized anxiety disorder
2Taylor and colleagues, randomized ketamine trial for social anxiety
3 MagVenture FDA clearances
4 Spravato prescribing information
5 NIMH overview of anxiety disorders
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