by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Anxiety, Therapy for creatives
You know the moment. Right before it matters, your body tightens. Your heart races. Your hands sweat. A quiet voice asks, “what if I mess this up?” It shows up when something important is on the line. A presentation. A performance. An important moment. The pressure...
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Anxiety, Trauma
The Deeper Roots of Imposter Syndrome: Uncovering the Early Imprints That Shape Self-Doubt Have you ever achieved something meaningful, yet still felt like you didn’t truly deserve it? Do you find yourself wondering when others will discover you’re not as capable,...
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Anxiety, EMDR
If you live with panic attacks, you may feel trapped in a cycle you can’t think your way out of. One moment you’re fine – the next, your body is flooded with fear, as if danger is happening right now. EMDR therapy offers a different path. Instead of talking...
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Anxiety, EMDR
When anxiety becomes woven into your daily life, it’s not just worry – it’s a constant internal pressure. A tightness in your chest. A tension in your body. A feeling that you can’t fully settle into yourself or be present in your experiences. Over time, anxiety...
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Anxiety
Do you ever feel like you’re holding it all together on the outside – but inside, it’s a different story? Mayrobe you’re a driven, successful professional in Los Angeles, constantly pushing forward, yet lying awake at 3 AM with racing thoughts, or...
