Anxiety is a common and natural response to stress, but when it begins to interfere with your daily life, relationships, or personal goals, professional support can make a meaningful difference. It may show up as constant worry, racing thoughts, sleep issues, or even physical symptoms like fatigue, muscle tension, or digestive problems. Everyone experiences anxiety differently, and its triggers can be both internal and external.

At Serene Self, we provide professional, client-focused counseling for anxiety that respects both emotional and physical well-being. We offer virtual counseling sessions for those residing in Lake Oswego, Oregon, with the option for in-person appointments when preferred. Flexible scheduling options, including evenings and Saturdays, make it easier to fit mental health care into your life.

Why Choose Counseling for Anxiety?

Seeking counseling for anxiety is a personal decision, and it can be an important step toward reclaiming your peace of mind. Anxiety symptoms can make even daily tasks feel overwhelming, but with professional support, it is possible to reduce distress, build resilience, and feel more in control.

Counseling provides a structured, nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts, behaviors, and patterns. It also teaches you tools and strategies to cope with stress, reduce fear, and respond to life’s challenges with greater confidence.

Clients who engage in anxiety therapy often report:

• Improved Emotional Regulation: They develop better control over emotional reactions and learn to respond more calmly in overwhelming situations.
• Better Sleep: By addressing racing thoughts and nighttime anxiety, therapy often leads to more restful, uninterrupted sleep patterns.
• Reduced Physical Symptoms of Anxiety: Common symptoms like tension headaches, chest tightness, and digestive discomfort tend to decrease as coping improves.
• More Satisfying Relationships: Clients often feel more present, communicative, and less reactive in their personal and professional relationships.
• Greater Clarity and Decision-Making: Mental fog and indecisiveness decrease as anxiety subsides, making it easier to make thoughtful, intentional choices.
• Increased Sense of Purpose and Calm: With improved emotional stability, individuals often reconnect with their goals and values, fostering a deeper sense of fulfillment and peace.

About Serene Self

Founded in 2012, our team was established to provide authentic and effective mental health support in today’s fast-paced and often disconnected world. Led by Mamta Bhargava, MSC, LPC, CCH, our team takes a holistic view of healing: one that considers the full picture of your life and wellbeing, including both mind and body.

Mamta’s approach to therapy is based on her years of training in evidence-based practices, as well as her deep understanding of the emotional challenges that come with modern living. She works with clients to help reduce anxiety and reconnect with a sense of balance, calm, and resilience.

Therapeutic Excellence That Nurtures Healing

Mamta Bhargava is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) certified by the State of Arizona and a Certified Classical Homeopath (CCH) through the Council of Homeopathic Certification.

She specializes in a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including:

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Supports emotional balance and strengthens relationship skills through structured techniques that improve how people respond to stress and conflict.
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Promotes present-moment awareness and acceptance of thoughts and feelings while helping people take meaningful action aligned with personal values.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Addresses anxiety by identifying and reshaping thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress, offering practical strategies for behavioral change.
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Uses guided eye movements and structured phases to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and ease symptoms linked to emotional disturbances.
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Helps individuals and couples understand emotional triggers and build secure connections, emphasizing the importance of empathy and attachment in healing.

Mamta earned her Master of Science in Counseling from the University of Phoenix in 2008. She also completed an intensive 1-year residency training in DBT and ACT at Phoenix Interfaith and holds certification in EMDR therapy.

She is an active member of the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) and volunteers with the Arizona EMDR Trauma Response and Recovery Network (AzTRN).

Our Approach to Anxiety Counseling

Our anxiety counseling is personalized, evidence-based, and paced according to your needs. Sessions aren’t rushed as each one is shaped around your goals, emotional state, and preferred rhythm for growth.

Anxiety shows up in different ways for different people. That’s why Mamta Bhargava uses an integrative model, meeting you where you are and guiding you toward lasting change. Therapy may include a mix of approaches:

• DBT helps regulate emotions and build healthier responses.
• ACT encourages mindfulness and acceptance while focusing on values.
• CBT helps shift anxious thoughts into more helpful perspectives.
• EMDR may be introduced if trauma is part of your experience, offering a safe way to process difficult memories.

Alongside technique, our team provides a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for reflection. Rather than pushing for "fixes," therapy encourages self-awareness, coping tools, and emotional growth. The goal is greater confidence, clarity, and inner peace.

Clients also have the option to include homeopathic consultation, addressing physical symptoms of anxiety holistically. This whole-person approach supports deeper, long-term wellness.

Your First Steps Toward Anxiety Relief

Starting your anxiety therapy is simple and supportive. Our process is designed with comfort and privacy in mind.

Step one is reaching out through our contact form or by calling 480-252-2860. You can request virtual or in-person sessions and choose scheduling options, including evenings and Saturdays.

Your first session includes an intake assessment where our team learns about your concerns, goals, and symptoms. We will discuss tools and approaches that may be helpful. You’re welcome to ask questions and share preferences throughout.

Sessions last 50 minutes and follow a regular schedule. Progress is shaped by your readiness, not pressure. Therapy explores thoughts, emotions, and patterns, while building the skills to manage stress and respond with resilience.

If you’re dealing with chronic anxiety, panic, social fears, or daily stress, our team offers a safe space to begin healing.

Virtual and In-Person Counseling Options

Our team specializes in virtual counseling, allowing clients to attend sessions from the comfort and privacy of their own homes. Online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions and offers added convenience for those with busy schedules, limited mobility, or transportation challenges.

While virtual therapy is the primary format, in-person sessions can also be arranged when appropriate. This flexible model ensures that your care is accessible and aligned with your needs.

Evenings and Weekend Appointments

Mental health support should work with your life, not against it. That’s why we offer evening and Saturday appointments for clients in Lake Oswego and nearby communities. These flexible scheduling options make it easier for professionals, parents, and busy individuals to prioritize their mental wellness without sacrificing other responsibilities.