Brainspotting Therapists in Pasadena, CA

Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.

Are you concerned about a child or adolescent that is struggling? Are they shutting down and sad? Worried or mad? Are they having trouble functioning at school or with friends? How about at home and with their family? Has something in their life changed? Maybe they need a little more support at this particular time... Therapy can help. I work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families.

You can heal from TRAUMA. If you are living with traumatic events from your past, ranging from sexual abuse, incest, rape, humiliation, violence, and attachment wounds, therapy could be a safe space to address these injuries. Through a collaborative approach and taking into account the mind & body, we join our clients on a journey of exploration, growth, and healing. Our trauma specialists can assist you in reconnecting with yourself and your body, feel grounded, and helping you manage your life more smoothly.

The first step to healing is the step you are taking now. Searching for the ‘right’ therapist can feel daunting. I believe the right match is so important to building the trust needed to have a successful therapeutic experience. I have been in practice since 2005 helping adults, adolescents and families.

Therapy is a powerful catalyst for transformation where our innate capacity to heal and grow is brought to light. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can talk openly about your hopes and fears without any concern of judgment. I actively engage with you and provide feedback. A good portion of our work together will be about restoring extreme or wounded parts by looking at patterns, behaviors, and any adverse events that have shaped your life. Together we will access and heal these parts. I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma.

Hello. My name is Iihae (pronounced E-heh). I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and I have been in this field for over 27 years. I have worked with clients of all ages and from all walks of life. My special interest is in working with trauma. I have extensive training in various therapeutic modalities including Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Brainspotting , Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM).

Everyone has challenging times and hurts in their life they want to move past. Many need someone to accompany them to move through these times. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is key to helping people overcome trauma, grief, and disappointments to move toward the goals you want in your life. I have over 25 years of experience with children, youth and families who have experienced trauma, conflict, behavioral challenges, and life transitions including moving toward independence, exploring sexuality, and managing disabilities. I have seen the healing and growth that happen. Give yourself the chance.

Welcome! Deciding to begin individual therapy can be confusing, intimidating and plain frightening. It takes courage to make that first step. If you are reading this, there is a good chance you have come to a place in your life where things have been more difficult to manage and you are not feeling like yourself. Perhaps you are adjusting to new life changes or were confronted with a traumatic life event. We go through life and face challenges every day and we all have found ways to manage our obstacles; however, sometimes life throws too much at us and we realize that our old ways of managing our stressors are not enough.

I don't know what brings you, but I know that it can take a lot of courage to reach out for support. Therapy is a powerful statement to yourself that you, your relationship and your family matters. I have experience working with client's from diverse backgrounds and life stages. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and perinatal mental health. I work with individuals and couples dealing with the effects of abuse and neglect, addiction (of self or loved one), cancer diagnosis and treatment, breaking intergenerational family patterns, shame, single incidence and complex trauma, and systems of oppression.

Throughout our life journey we face many challenges. Sometimes we develop old wounds from the past that do not let us live the life we deserve. Those old wounds we call traumatic events. Traumatic events can develop from our childhood experiences, past relationships, employment, near death experiences or the death of a loved one. Traumatic events can continue to affect us in our daily life from experiencing nightmares to repeatedly viewing an unsettling image in our mind.

I work with all adults, and I have extensive training in working with couples. You can create a satisfying relationship regardless of your childhood, past injuries, or current circumstances. A new relationship requires new strategies and tools that can be learned. They are proven strategies that will help you maximize shared happiness and minimize distress. Your problems are opportunities. Even a crisis can be the motivation to learn the right tools to succeed. You can heal and learn and make dramatic positive shifts in your relationship.

Life is complex and it can lead you to feel unbalanced, or disconnected from yourself and others. Do you find yourself questioning your self-worth or having difficulty creating healthy boundaries? Maybe you’re experiencing anxiety or depression, or processing difficult life events and changes. I understand that life can present its share of challenges due to the systems, communities, and families we live in and come from. I'm passionate about creating supportive and liberating spaces for individuals and I strive to create a space of understanding and safety for people of color, and women during pregnancy and their mothering journey.

I specialize in couples therapy and supporting women. In my work with women I help create space where you can freely give yourself permission to be where you are and offer love and kindness to yourself. I will support you to step into a place of deeper authenticity and strength. Old patterns of thinking or ways of viewing the world may no longer be serving you but you can choose to hold space for what serves and say no thank you to what does not. In my couples work I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I also offer Brainspotting for both individuals and couples.

Most people need help at various times in their lives navigating difficult experiences. My approach is collaborative, action-oriented and positive with individuals and couples. When relevant, I incorporate somatic (body) approaches, including EMDR and brainspotting modalities to working with anxiety, phobias, trauma and other issues. My practice also includes the option of "walking and talking" outdoors. I am influenced by IFS / IFIO (parts work), self-compassion, feminist, and polyvagal approaches. I help clients connect more deeply with the past and address barriers to well-being in the present.

Is anxiety or stress keeping you from living your life? Are you tired of trying to manage on your own? We can work together to help you identify and challenge unproductive thoughts and emotions as you move toward well-being and confidence. Certified in EMDR, Brainspotting and Havening, as well as being an EMDR Consultant, I have found these therapies to be highly effective in helping my clients overcome their challenges of trauma as well as decreasing anxiety, reducing stress, and increasing self-esteem. I provide a safe environment where you can discuss life's issues without judgment.

Are you feeling stuck in your life, like you are going nowhere fast, but don’t know why? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting can help you break free from old patterns that no longer serve you keep you stuck. I specialize in both approaches, and they work fast, so you can get back to enjoying your life. These approaches can help you resolve traumas, move you past performance anxiety (e.g., in sports or the arts), and help with depression, anxiety and other issues that impact your quality of life.

Counseling is a team effort. As the client, you are the expert on your life and history. We work with you to understand what you want and need in order to help you overcome life's roadblocks-large and small-that inhibit feelings of well-being, confidence and success. We provide a supportive environment where you can feel safe to discuss life's issues without judgment. Each person's situation is unique, and when you first call we will discuss what your needs are. The initial 15 minute phone consultation is free of charge. From there we will set up an in-office appointment.