Chronic Pain Therapists in Pasadena, CA

We all have a better life in mind for ourselves. But when we face big problems and significant pain and stress, it’s hard to imagine a fulfilling life beyond that. That can lead to hopelessness. But the fact is no one needs to do this alone. I believe that every person deserves to live an incredible story and I'm here to help. I know how scary it can be to tackle the big problems in life. For that reason, I offer a warm and safe space to treat depression, anxiety, panic, and phobias using my specialization in health psychology and chronic pain conditions.

Are you having the same argument over and over? Struggling with communication, boundaries, doubts, or infidelity? Does intimacy feel awkward, embarrassing, or boring? Are you or your loved ones repeating behaviors or relationships and wishing you could break the cycle? Sometimes, we get stuck, and change can feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is to listen, help you understand root causes of your difficulties, break unwanted patterns, and teach you practical tools to help change your life. If you have the sense you're not reaching your potential for health, happiness, or success, it may be time to move toward a change.

I have had over 25 years of experience helping people deal with anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences. Creating a safe, trusting relationship is the basis of productive therapy and healing. I am an empathetic listener who uses a variety of approaches to help people reach their goals.

I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, clinical psychologist. My clinical work has focused on providing holistic mental health care, taking into account cultural, family dynamics, spiritual, social-economic, and medical factors that contribute to mental health conditions. Life's journey was never meant to be traveled alone. Our experiences, life's highs and lows, are best lived in communion with others.

Does it seem like distance has been growing between you and your loved ones? Are you feeling the impact of your anger, anxiety, or chronic pain on your every day life? Often, we keep thinking about what troubles us without making any progress towards what we can actually do. Figuring out what to do next can be a stressful and overwhelming process. No matter where you are in life right now, I'm here to walk with you through your journey and help you overcome the obstacles that are holding you back. I am dedicated to fostering a safe environment and providing opportunities to achieve a better quality of life.

As your therapist, I am committed to offering a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental partnership where we can join to understand what is causing your current suffering. If you are looking for a safe and collaborative space to achieve your goals and move forward, I can help. I specialize in the treatment of chronic pain and anxiety in adults and young adults. I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, Nevada, and Arizona. I also offer coaching services nationally and internationally.

I believe that, at the unconscious level, each of us has a deep understanding of what our unique purpose is (i.e. a true sense of Self). However, through conditioning, life circumstances, cultural/societal expectations, and many other variables, there has grown a great disconnect between the way we are and who we truly want to be. In a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, I will help you navigate through this process of deeper self-understanding and reconnection in order to live a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.

Are you tired of being told your thoughts are the problem? Have you been labeled as "too sensitive?" If you are looking to heal the body which holds our pain and trauma and become more empowered to understand your own nervous system, then we may be a good fit. I work with womxn and non-binary clients who experience chronic pain , chronic illness , anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, social justice, and feminist therapist. Clients I work with come in when experiencing life transition, relationship stress, new health diagnoses, career changes, increased pain , or family-of-origin pain .

When you're hurting emotionally - sad, anxious, overstressed, or experiencing pain or loss in a relationship - you want help from someone who is competent, kind, and trustworthy. It is my commitment to provide a safe and supportive place for you to freely share your struggles, challenges, needs, and desires. I work actively and collaboratively to help you develop and use your strengths and resources to successfully face the important problems in your life. My ultimate goal through this process is to support you in discovering new levels of emotional freedom that allow you to live well and love well.

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 and trauma. My practice also includes the option of "walking and talking" outdoors. I am also influenced by IFS / IFIO, self compassion, feminist, and polyvagal approaches. I look forward to hearing from you so we can connect more deeply with the past, attain future goals and address barriers in the way of wholeness and a coherent self.

If you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety, sadness or relationship problems, I'm here to help. I offer a calm, safe and collaborative therapeutic experience to assist you in finding real solutions that you can start using now. I can help you better understand the challenges you face, while working with you to identify and implement resources and proven methods that you can start using to move your life and relationships in positive directions.

My style of treatment is collaborative and goal-oriented. With a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach, I will help you to help reduce your distress and symptoms and build your coping skills. As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, I offer evidence-based treatments that are monitored and evaluated throughout the course of treatment. My primary focus and expertise applies cognitive-behavioral treatments to the following: Depression * Anxiety * Insomnia * Stress Management * Chronic headaches and migraines * Coping with chronic health and pain conditions * Smoking Cessation * Weight Management

Anxiety, panic, and sleep problems can make you feel like you're going crazy. Your mind and body just won't cooperate. These experiences can grow over time until you feel out of control or not like yourself anymore. Whether it's racing thoughts, nonstop worry, physical symptoms like heart racing, shortness of breath or stomach issues, I can help. I specialize in working with adults struggling with anxiety (panic attacks, worry loops, feeling stuck) and chronic health conditions (insomnia, chronic pain , binge eating). My approach is evidence based, short-term therapy from a compassionate and authentic stance.

Even the strongest and most successful people have moments of confusion, hurt, and loss. You may find yourself thinking "I never thought I would end up here." Despite overcoming so many obstacles in the past, you're now faced with a situation that seems overwhelming. How do you regain your footing and begin to heal?

Do past traumas trigger you? Are you suffering with a chronic disease (e.g., pain , fibromyalgia , diabetes, obesity)? And are any of these health issues making you feel chronically stressed and/or depressed? Do you think you have ADHD because you can’t focus and feel so overwhelmed? If so, therapy can help. When trauma occurs, our minds often create a defense like avoidance to protect us from danger. While avoiding trauma is adaptive at first, over time, suppressing our emotions leads to our bodies rebelling which manifests as physical illnesses such as migraines, panic attacks, obesity, diabetes, etc.

Are you in emotional pain ? Overwhelmed, ruminating, insecure, or stuck in self-loathing and surviving instead of thriving in your relationships, work life, and creativity? Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, addiction issues, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD or depression affecting your relationships and success? Would you like to instead heal from past wounds to live a more authentic, purposeful, and joyful life through deeper connection? I believe I can help you access your own internal resources to safely heal and regain trust in yourself through depth work and a holistic approach.

I'm a trauma-informed therapist specializing in mood disorders, somatic challenges, and relational distress. Overwhelm is our current cultural standard of functioning. It's hard to slow down, but you are in emotional, and perhaps, physical pain . Something needs to shift. Work with me to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, and strained relationships that have you in painful patterns. Privilege your own wellbeing to grow, change, and clarify how you want to engage life and others. Your well-being is a worthy goal in life.

My area of focus is women, families and children who experience anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, sexual abuse, chronic pain and disability and PTSD. I use Narrative Therapy where we will work together deconstructing a problematic story collected through the events of your life. Narrative Therapy will help re-author your story and practice externalization. Externalization which separates you from the problem, creates endless capabilities and empowerment for change.

Many of you will experience dramatic and sometimes shocking changes in your or your loved one's health, relationships or careers. I have over 19 years of experience helping people and their families cope with a wide variety of chronic and terminal illness , relationship changes, adjustment, grief and loss. Using your strengths, I will help you work through these difficult changes to help you adjust to their impact on you and your loved ones.