Santa Rosa Therapy and Counseling
Therapy for Anxiety, Overthinking, and Relationship Stress
Practical, results-focused psychotherapy that helps you respond differently in real-life situations, not just talk about them.
Angela Sitka, LMFT, Licensed Psychotherapist in Santa Rosa, CA
In-Person Therapy in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County &
Online Therapy in CA
This therapy isn’t just venting about your life, it’s a practical, action-oriented ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) for people who feel overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck.
I help people who:
Small things trigger big reactions, leaving you feeling irritable, on edge, or shut down
Your mind won’t slow down: overthinking, second-guessing, and difficulty trusting yourself
You struggle communicating with those you care about, and it makes you feel disconnected
What life could look like on the other side
Imagine feeling more confident in your relationships because you fundamentally trust yourself.
When difficult emotions, reactions, or self-doubt show up, you have the skills to respond in a way you feel proud of.
Instead of being overwhelmed by stress, emotional reactions, or self-doubt, you feel more grounded, clear-headed, and capable of handling life's challenges.
When your partner comes to you wanting to talk about something, instead of being overcome with your heart dropping and mind racing, you take a breath and know you can handle whatever comes up.
You communicate more openly, stay connected during difficult conversations, and have a stronger sense of who you are and how you want to show up in the world.
People start to notice more of your authentic self, and instead of feeling scared and wanting to hide, you allow yourself to be seen.
You feel so much more freedom in how you live your life.
The goal isn't to become a different person—it's to help you become more fully yourself.
Why This Approach Works
My clients come to me having already tried thinking their way out of anxiety, stress, and relationship struggles.
Maybe you relate. You might find yourself telling yourself:
“I just need to handle my stress better.”
“I don't want to make this a bigger deal than it needs to be.”
“I should be able to handle this on my own.”
So you push through. You stay busy. You try to think your way out of the problem.
You've probably spent a lot of time understanding why you're struggling.
But understanding the problem isn't always enough to change it.
ACT Therapy helps you build the skills to respond differently when difficult thoughts, emotions, and situations arise, so the changes you make in therapy actually show up in your everyday life.
Why Clients Choose Me
Here’s what working together actually looks like:
You don't have to know exactly what to say.
Many clients come to therapy worried they'll have no idea what to talk about. I guide the process so you're not left wondering what you're supposed to do in therapy.
From our first session, we'll identify what you'd like to change, create a plan together, and continue checking that our work is helping you move toward the life and relationships you want.
We Focus on Real-Life Change
“In just a few months, I gained more practical tools for managing anxiety than I did over years with other therapists.”
— Client
Together, we'll build practical skills, like navigating difficult emotions without shutting down, communicating more clearly in relationships, and responding differently when you catch yourself overthinking or second-guessing.
The goal is for what we do in therapy to actually show up in your everyday life.
Therapy Doesn't Have to Feel Awkward
Talking about personal struggles can feel vulnerable, especially if you've spent years trying to handle everything on your own.
My clients often tell me they feel relieved after their first session because they feel understood, accepted, and not judged.
Ready to Feel More Like Yourself Again?
You don't have to figure this out on your own.
Schedule a free consultation to ask questions, learn about my approach, and see if we're a good fit.
About Angela Sitka, Santa Rosa Therapist for Adults
Welcome, I’m Angela, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you respond differently in real-life situations, not just talk about them.
I help my clients:
Develop internal steadiness, even when things feel chaotic or overwhelming.
Untangle from spiraling thoughts and settle the emotional reactivity.
Communicate effectively even when you’re stressed, overwhelmed or upset.
Make decisions about your life and relationships with intention and ditch the overthinking, self-doubt, and self-criticism.
Find the Support That Fits What You're Going Through
Therapy for individuals who are passionate about their work but feel on-edge and disconnected in their personal lives.
Therapy for men who care deeply about the people in their lives but get distant, shut down, defensive, and stuck in their own heads in relationships.
Therapy for young adults in who feel anxious and struggle with self-esteem.
Therapy for people who overthink, overanalyze, and feel emotionally overwhelmed in relationships.
I know you have questions, concerns, and hesitations about starting therapy
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It’s the framework of how I help clients with their goals. It’s part therapy and part coaching in how I apply it in my practice.
This therapy that helps individuals stop struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings, and instead accept them, while committing to actions that improve their lives.
In Act therapy, we learn how to respond differently to difficult thoughts and feelings so you can lead your life with your values, not your worries, insecurities, and stressors.
It is skills-based and behavioral, meaning you start doing things right away and there are activities and reflections in between sessions to implement what you learn.
The goal in ACT therapy is psychological flexibility which helps:
Being proactive in dealing with your problems rather than reactive
Improving resiliency
Nurturing self-compassion.
Keeps you striving towards goals despite setbacks
Adapting your behaviors to align with personal values, even during stressful times
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I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California (LMFT #97770)
I have been a therapist for over 12 years and have been licensed for 9 years.
I have my Master’s of Arts (M.A.) Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and my Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology
Advanced training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and extensive clinical experience in medical, community, and academic settings.
I specialize in helping high-functioning individuals navigate complex relationship dynamics, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm with a clear, actionable approach.
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My model of therapy requires weekly therapy, 50-minute sessions once a week. Once we decide it’s a good fit for your goals (first 1-2 sessions are on trial basis), then we set aside a weekly consistent time for both of us to reserve to do the work together.
I offer both in-person therapy in Santa Rosa, CA in my office off of Mendocino or video/phone therapy.
While every person’s therapy duration is unique, my former clients who report they have fully met their therapy goals, on average, typically do so in about 25 sessions, or approximately a little under 6 months of weekly therapy.
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The type of ACT therapy I provide in my practice is a good fit if you’re someone who:
is thoughtful, self-aware, and maybe even “good at insight” but still stuck
has tried to think your way out of things, but it hasn’t fully worked
wants something practical, not just talking in circles or just venting
is open to trying a different way of relating to your inner experience
A lot of people I work with have spent years trying to:
control their thoughts
get rid of anxiety or their negative thoughts
“figure themselves out”
And they’re exhausted.
This work isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about helping you step out of that struggle, so you can actually live your life instead of constantly managing your mind.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a well-researched, evidence-based approach that has been shown in multiple clinical studies and meta-analyses to be effective across a wide range of concerns:
Anxiety Disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety disorder, panic disorders, OCD, and health anxiety)
Depression or feeling disconnected from life
Burnout and work-related stress
Feeling stuck, unmotivated, or “on autopilot”
Big reactions to small things (emotional reactivity)
Ongoing patterns like avoidance, procrastination, or self-doubt
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I love when people realize their lives have so many more options, freedoms and flexibility when they uncover and break the rules of how their brain tells them they need to live.
Doing therapy that just focuses only on symptom reduction (just minimizing symptoms as the main marker of success in therapy) can be a pretty low standard, and often short-lived.
In ACT, we’re aiming for something deeper: helping you build a fulfilling and meaningful life.
To me, that’s a much more worthwhile place to put our time and energy. And it’s so fun for me as a therapist to see clients have those “ah-ha” moments where a real shift happens.
What type of person do you want to be in your relationships? Angela Sitka, Licensed Therapist explains how therapy helps you show up in a way you can feel proud of.
In-person and remote therapy options in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County and California
My office is conveniently located near Downtown Santa Rosa. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – we’ve got you covered with online therapy in California.