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Tired of traditional talk therapy?

real therapy

  • Are you caught in a cycle of thinking patterns, repetitive behaviors and ineffective habits?  
  • Feeling stuck in your head no matter how hard you try to change?
  • Have you explored countless solutions, from traditional talk therapy and life coaches to self-help experts, only to find yourself back at square one?

It's time to consider an evidence-based perspective.

 

Start living, not just surviving

real change

  • Life shouldn’t feel like a constant battle with worries, fears, obsessions, and anxieties to just get through the day.
  • Imagine waking up each day not just to get by, but to fully embrace the possibilities that lie ahead.
  • We’re here to help you move from merely surviving to truly thriving. We will equip you with the skills and practical tools you need to face anxiety-based struggles with confidence.
  • You deserve a life that feels fulfilling and aligned with your values.

Therapy and coaching designed for you

all types of anxiety

  • At the East Bay Behavior Therapy Center we understand that anxiety comes in many forms, and each person’s experience is unique.
  • Anxiety may appear as constant overthinking, physical tension, fear of failure, difficulty making decisions, or even avoidance of things you care about. Whether it’s social anxiety, panic attacks, perfectionism, phobias, or generalized anxiety, we’re here to help you manage it in a way that aligns with your life and values.
  • No matter what anxiety looks like for you, our work together will be tailored to fit your unique needs.
  • Our focus isn’t just on helping you understand anxiety—it’s on equipping you with practical tools and strategies to manage it, so you can move forward in meaningful ways.

 

Where science meets real-life change

real skills

  • Our approach is rooted in evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a form of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
  • We don’t promise you quick fixes or abstract concepts.
  • Instead, we focus on teaching you actionable skills and strategies grounded in science, so you can take steps toward a more purposeful, fulfilling life. 

 

A practical, action-oriented approach

beyond talk therapy

  • Meaningful change comes from more than just talking about your challenges. Our approach is hands-on, experiential, and focused on taking real-world steps to help you manage anxiety and create the life you want.
  • We focus on building skills and strategies that empower you to navigate anxiety, face fears, and move forward with confidence.
  • It’s not just about understanding your struggles—it’s about learning how to work with them in ways that align with your values and goals.

We can we support you

our services

Individual Sessions

anxiety
chronic worry
fear of public speaking
indecision
obsessive compulsive disorder
overthinking problems
panic disorder
perfectionism
performance anxiety
procrastination
productivity anxiety
social anxiety
separation anxiety disorder
school refusal
specific phobias
stress
test anxiety
trauma and related conditions
emotion regulation problems

For ADults

Learn more about individual therapy for adults and how it works!

For parents

We love working with teens and children struggling with anxiety-based struggles!

ACT coaching program

act coaching

Our ACT coaching Program is exclusive for clients outside of California.

  • Are you an overthinker and overachiever?
  • Are you stuck with anxiety-based reactions?
  • Do you struggle to make a decision because you’re not sure?
  • Do you feel like an imposter despite everything you have accomplished?
  • Are you dealing with analysis - paralysis?

- exclusive only for clients outside of California - 

How to start working with us

get unstuck

Figure out what's really keep you stuck and struggling by having a comprehensive intake session.

We work with children, teens, and adults and do our best to get you back into your life!

 

Teen social, cognitive behavioral therapy, OCD therapy, ERP therapy, IOP, Intensive outpatient therapy
cognitive behavior therapy, OCD treatment, ERP therapy

Why our clients love working with us

testimonials

"Working with Patricia Zurita Ona has changed and saved my life. I have struggled off and on for years with sever anxiety disorder and OCD . I have been to therapy throughout the years and have found some helpful but nothing really got to the core of the problem. I often felt crazy and that my incredible fear and my phobias would remain with me thorough my life, I would not drive on the freeway, eat certain things and had constant catastrophic thinking, thus creating a lot of depression.

I needed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which I saw advertised on many therapists’ websites. When I would call most of them they said they offered it and specialized with Anxiety Disorder/ OCD which was not the case. I had felt alone, hopeless and frustrated for the past 9 years. Never feeling like I was getting the help I needed. It was not until I started meeting with Patricia that I actually started to feel better and feel as if I had control over my life and started to live again ...

“Patricia and her team have completely changed my life! I cannot express my gratitude enough.

She helped me craft values and goals I wanted to have in my relationships, and walked me through each step of how to get there. Her methods are simple, manageable, and make sense when you are upset. I’ve been to therapists who have told me to take deep breaths, visualize calming colors, rip paper, go for a walk or scream in to a pillow when im angry. But in the moment, when im soooo angry, none of these world work. I would forget to do them, or I would already be so angry, that they were ineffective to help me calm down. Patricia’s methods are not only EXTREMELY effective, but they are easy to do, they make sense in the moment, and they bring about radical change when you apply them ...

 

“I do not know how it reflects on my credibility should I happen to brag about being a seasoned vet when it comes to therapists and mental wellness pursuits. Regardless, I am. And on top of that, I also happen to be a health care practitioner myself. This means, for the purposes of a review, that when I walk into a new Doctor’s office, there is an additional dimension of critiquing for me to process. I would never willingly put myself under the guidance and care of a Doctor who did not 1) Impress me as a capable and honest caregiver and 2) Impress me as a professional colleague.

– Empathy
– Knowledge
– Professionalism
– Respect

I think that these are the basic bulletpoints that strike me when I consider why I think so highly of Patricia. Dr. Zurita takes NOTHING more seriously than the pursuit of her profession. Except possibly you, the patient.

Some therapists really care.

Other therapists are extremely knowledgeable.

Very few therapists are both. Patricia Zurita Ona is one of those very few.”

What sets our work apart?

uniqueness

Reinforce behavioral change
You will develop and maintain new patterns of thinking and acting that align with your values.

Break unhelpful habits
You will learn to identify and reshape habits that no longer serve you, replacing them with values-based behaviors

Align your actions with your values
You will discover how to take purposeful actions that reflect your values and guide you to live a more fulfilling life, even when it feels impossible.

Build skills backed by research 
You will learn evidence-based skills to handle anxiety-based reactions with confidence.

Move beyond avoidance
You can overcome avoidance-behaviors situations and start taking meaningful steps toward the life you’ve been longing for.

Learn to Detach from Unhelpful Thoughts
You'll practice skills to acknowledge negative thoughts without letting them control your actions.

Face your fears compassionately
You will practice research-backed skills to confront avoidance behaviors and ineffective safety behaviors at your own pace. 

Achieve lasting results
You will gain skills that are not just effective in the moment but also designed for long-term anxiety management and emotional well-being.

Stay Grounded and Present
You will cultivate skills to help you feel centered, even during overthinking or anxious moments.

Enhance Emotional Flexibility
You'll become better at navigating life's ups and downs, maintaining emotional balance and perspective during tough times.

Overcome Procrastination with Purpose
You'll discover strategies to tackle tasks head-on, transforming hesitation into productive action.

Master Decision Agility
You'll learn how to make confident, values-driven decisions quickly, even in the face of uncertainty.

Intensive Outpatient Program

reset program

Our intensive program will teach you all skills you need to get unstuck from worries, fears, anxieties, and obsessions and get back into your life.

You can learn cutting-edge skills 1-1, in a personalized program, with a flexible schedule, and under the care of expert hands.

About us

team

Caitlyn Lambert-Holmes

Caitlyn Lambert-Holmes

Therapist

Patricia Zurita Ona

Patricia Zurita Ona

Therapist

Julia Price

Julia Price

Therapist

Emma Joshu

Emma Joshu

Intake Coordinator

Eunice Tiglao

Eunice Tiglao

Administrative Assistant

Online courses

Home-study programs

You can learn actionable, compassionate and research-based skills from the comfort of your own home and at your pace.

Each online class includes high-quality videos, worksheets, and audio-recorded exercises.

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925.956.4636
intakes@eastbaybehaviortherapycenter.com

Address
45 Quail Court, Suite 204
Walnut Creek, Ca 94596

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