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Andy Truong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
I am sensitive to issues with family and relationships.
Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.
I am sensitive to issues with family and relationships.
Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.
(626) 628-2643 View (626) 628-2643
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Kristin Quihuis, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
Thanks for clicking on my page! I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with a passion for helping clients find greater peace, purpose, and fulfillment in their lives. Using an evidence-based approach called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I work with individuals, couples, and families to overcome challenges and cultivate resilience.
Thanks for clicking on my page! I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with a passion for helping clients find greater peace, purpose, and fulfillment in their lives. Using an evidence-based approach called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I work with individuals, couples, and families to overcome challenges and cultivate resilience.
(323) 970-3271 View (323) 970-3271
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Alexander Loera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91105  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and have been practicing since 2015 out of Los Angeles, CA. I work with individual adults and young adults manage life transitions, relationship challenges, work stress, anxiety, and depression.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and have been practicing since 2015 out of Los Angeles, CA. I work with individual adults and young adults manage life transitions, relationship challenges, work stress, anxiety, and depression.
(323) 375-2898 View (323) 375-2898
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Dr. Desirée Hermosillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91106  (Online Only)
Hola, My name is Dr. Desirée Hermosillo. I am a Latino/a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 year's experience as a mental health therapist. I am also a registered Psychological Associate under a Licensed Psychologist. I practice under my LMFT at my group practice: Hermosillo Family Therapy, Inc. I started my career working with foster/adopted youth, adolescents, and families in residential and school based programs. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma (immigration/abuse), PTSD, ADHD, behavior issues, self-harm/SI, life transitions (work, school, identity, relationships) and grief and loss.
Hola, My name is Dr. Desirée Hermosillo. I am a Latino/a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 year's experience as a mental health therapist. I am also a registered Psychological Associate under a Licensed Psychologist. I practice under my LMFT at my group practice: Hermosillo Family Therapy, Inc. I started my career working with foster/adopted youth, adolescents, and families in residential and school based programs. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma (immigration/abuse), PTSD, ADHD, behavior issues, self-harm/SI, life transitions (work, school, identity, relationships) and grief and loss.
(626) 263-6843 View (626) 263-6843
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Norma Covarrubias
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91106  (Online Only)
Welcome! This is your first step towards self healing through talk therapy. As life get Busy, sometimes we need a space that is outside our family, friends, and community that can help bring fresh perspective and strategies to help bring a different outcomes with life struggles. As a trauma informed/first-generation therapist, I am honored to be a part of your journey of self-discovery. Providing support and working through intergenerational trauma that will enable empowerment in my clients to develop resilience and coping strategies that will promote healing is my main goal. Today is the day to create change!
Welcome! This is your first step towards self healing through talk therapy. As life get Busy, sometimes we need a space that is outside our family, friends, and community that can help bring fresh perspective and strategies to help bring a different outcomes with life struggles. As a trauma informed/first-generation therapist, I am honored to be a part of your journey of self-discovery. Providing support and working through intergenerational trauma that will enable empowerment in my clients to develop resilience and coping strategies that will promote healing is my main goal. Today is the day to create change!
(626) 238-0342 View (626) 238-0342
Judith D. Mendelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
l am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Ph.D. in psychology. l have more than twenty years experience working with individuals couples and families. l bring to my practice a real caring for my patients and a desire that working together we can resolve, alleviate or diminish the problems of daily life. l bring to my work my natural qualities of empathy, practicality, intuition, creativity and humor. My work is tailored to meet the needs of different people in different stages of their life. l bring attention to all dimensions of the healing and growth process - mind, heart, spirit, body and imagination.
l am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Ph.D. in psychology. l have more than twenty years experience working with individuals couples and families. l bring to my practice a real caring for my patients and a desire that working together we can resolve, alleviate or diminish the problems of daily life. l bring to my work my natural qualities of empathy, practicality, intuition, creativity and humor. My work is tailored to meet the needs of different people in different stages of their life. l bring attention to all dimensions of the healing and growth process - mind, heart, spirit, body and imagination.
(323) 483-4410 View (323) 483-4410
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Matthew Herrera
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Associate Therapist (136003) supervised by Matthew J. Rohr, M.S., LMFT51186 based in Pasadena, California. Prior to joining Matt Rohr & Associates, I was at U.S. Vets: "Outside the Wire" where I worked with various veterans and veteran students struggling with severe mental illnesses including Bipolar, Borderline Personality, Major Depressive, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Gestalt, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Associate Therapist (136003) supervised by Matthew J. Rohr, M.S., LMFT51186 based in Pasadena, California. Prior to joining Matt Rohr & Associates, I was at U.S. Vets: "Outside the Wire" where I worked with various veterans and veteran students struggling with severe mental illnesses including Bipolar, Borderline Personality, Major Depressive, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Gestalt, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
(323) 849-3953 View (323) 849-3953
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BrightView Behavioral Health Services
MA , BCBA
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
BrightView is a clinician & family owned provider dedicated to the ethical and effective practice of Applied Behavioral Analysis for children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. BrightView believes in establishing a personal connection to each family, and is committed to the advancement of each and every client. At BrightView, families will experience the delivery of individualized, high quality care, & a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about the work we do, and do so with expertise, integrity, and consistency.
BrightView is a clinician & family owned provider dedicated to the ethical and effective practice of Applied Behavioral Analysis for children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. BrightView believes in establishing a personal connection to each family, and is committed to the advancement of each and every client. At BrightView, families will experience the delivery of individualized, high quality care, & a commitment to excellence. We are passionate about the work we do, and do so with expertise, integrity, and consistency.
(626) 314-5871 View (626) 314-5871
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Nicole Woolf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
I appreciate working with a wide and diverse range of individuals that include unsafe upbringings, family/relationship issues, and anger issues.
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
I appreciate working with a wide and diverse range of individuals that include unsafe upbringings, family/relationship issues, and anger issues.
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
(626) 314-7858 View (626) 314-7858
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Zoe Wick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
Depending on the needs and goals of my clients, I use EMDR, parts work integrating Internal Family Systems and EMDR, Attachment Theory, Family Systems, ACT and CBT.
Are you experiencing after-effects of traumatic events, navigating a transition, or wanting to live more authentically? My approach is to help you build upon your strengths, develop strategies to manage immediate challenges, and heal the root causes of struggles you are having. We may start with skills to calm your nervous system when you have anxiety or trauma symptoms, or with education to gain insight into your experiences. We may work on strengthening your relationships and support system. As we process underlying issues, my hope is that you start to experience a sense of greater agency, self-worth and authenticity.
Depending on the needs and goals of my clients, I use EMDR, parts work integrating Internal Family Systems and EMDR, Attachment Theory, Family Systems, ACT and CBT.
Are you experiencing after-effects of traumatic events, navigating a transition, or wanting to live more authentically? My approach is to help you build upon your strengths, develop strategies to manage immediate challenges, and heal the root causes of struggles you are having. We may start with skills to calm your nervous system when you have anxiety or trauma symptoms, or with education to gain insight into your experiences. We may work on strengthening your relationships and support system. As we process underlying issues, my hope is that you start to experience a sense of greater agency, self-worth and authenticity.
(310) 362-5249 View (310) 362-5249
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Jessica Stephanie Liza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
My passion is helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, changes in life/ adjusting to life changes, postpartum depression/anxiety, grief/bereavement, family relationships, caregiver stress and/or are dealing with a medical condition ( End Stage Renal Disease or Cancer). If you are experiencing any of these issues, I am here to provide you with the support and guidance through the use of Evidence Base Practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused, Social Skills and Faith Based techniques. If you are looking for a bilingual Spanish and English empathetic therapist I am here for you!
My passion is helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, changes in life/ adjusting to life changes, postpartum depression/anxiety, grief/bereavement, family relationships, caregiver stress and/or are dealing with a medical condition ( End Stage Renal Disease or Cancer). If you are experiencing any of these issues, I am here to provide you with the support and guidance through the use of Evidence Base Practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused, Social Skills and Faith Based techniques. If you are looking for a bilingual Spanish and English empathetic therapist I am here for you!
(424) 262-2524 View (424) 262-2524
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Alex Tipton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
I also provide couples and family therapy, offering a safe and non-judgmental space for you and your partner or loved ones to communicate and restore your meaningful connection.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
I also provide couples and family therapy, offering a safe and non-judgmental space for you and your partner or loved ones to communicate and restore your meaningful connection.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
(626) 213-0734 View (626) 213-0734
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Kacey Truong
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
(626) 314-7183 View (626) 314-7183
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Linda Rivadeneyra
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South, Pasadena, CA 91106
HeIlo! Welcome! Are you ready to work on your issues with the support of an experienced, compassionate therapist? Let’s meet to get acquainted with one another and discuss your issues and goals, and to help heal and grow. Some of the issues my clients experience are Depression, Anxiety, Relationship issues, ADHD, and Trauma. I work with clients who have dysfunctional family backgrounds, have survived various types of abuse, and are struggling with dealing with family members or others, and with recovering from their childhoods. I also work with clients who have a “difficult” parent/parent with a personality disorder.
HeIlo! Welcome! Are you ready to work on your issues with the support of an experienced, compassionate therapist? Let’s meet to get acquainted with one another and discuss your issues and goals, and to help heal and grow. Some of the issues my clients experience are Depression, Anxiety, Relationship issues, ADHD, and Trauma. I work with clients who have dysfunctional family backgrounds, have survived various types of abuse, and are struggling with dealing with family members or others, and with recovering from their childhoods. I also work with clients who have a “difficult” parent/parent with a personality disorder.
(661) 469-4808 View (661) 469-4808
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Melissa Satram
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
I also specialized in multicultural issues and diversity issues such as identity issues, life transitions, and family issues.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
I also specialized in multicultural issues and diversity issues such as identity issues, life transitions, and family issues.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
(626) 316-6182 View (626) 316-6182
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Leona Esmaeily
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
Do you feel anxious due to your work, family issues, low self-esteem, and relationship issues? I can especially help those with anxiety/panic attacks. I make it a priority to help clients with buried feelings who have trouble speaking on their emotions. Communicating emotionally is extremely important to promote well-rounded and mature adults. I will help you enhance your self-awareness around unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and build skills necessary to handle life more effectively and develop actionable steps to reach your goals.
Do you feel anxious due to your work, family issues, low self-esteem, and relationship issues? I can especially help those with anxiety/panic attacks. I make it a priority to help clients with buried feelings who have trouble speaking on their emotions. Communicating emotionally is extremely important to promote well-rounded and mature adults. I will help you enhance your self-awareness around unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and build skills necessary to handle life more effectively and develop actionable steps to reach your goals.
(626) 658-3544 View (626) 658-3544
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Jamie Stern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
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 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.
(626) 317-9711 View (626) 317-9711
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Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
(626) 714-2449 View (626) 714-2449
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Janel Scholtz
Licensed Professional Counselor, SEP, EMDR
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
I am EMDR trained, Internal Family Systems trained (IFS) and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
Welcome! I am accepting new clients. I offer in person therapy in San Marcos, Texas. I offer online therapy for individuals and couples living in California. I am passionate about helping people live a full life, where they are not just surviving but thriving. How we interpret our experiences can cause us to become panicked, anxious, fearful, angry, depressed, numb or alone.
I am EMDR trained, Internal Family Systems trained (IFS) and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
Welcome! I am accepting new clients. I offer in person therapy in San Marcos, Texas. I offer online therapy for individuals and couples living in California. I am passionate about helping people live a full life, where they are not just surviving but thriving. How we interpret our experiences can cause us to become panicked, anxious, fearful, angry, depressed, numb or alone.
(858) 264-3065 View (858) 264-3065
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Vera Meyerkova Gisis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South, Pasadena, CA 91101
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relational conflict, family dynamics, immigration issues, PTSD, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders/developmental delays in children and adults.
Recognizing that the challenges in our daily lives are complex, I offer individuals and families an array of services to address their unique needs. I offer a compassionate, soft, empathic and individually tailored therapeutic approach when working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. My mission is to provide a safe environment in order to achieve the most optimal results. I strive to help each individual/s to cultivate and expand a deep sense of meaning and resiliency in their personal journey.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relational conflict, family dynamics, immigration issues, PTSD, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders/developmental delays in children and adults.
Recognizing that the challenges in our daily lives are complex, I offer individuals and families an array of services to address their unique needs. I offer a compassionate, soft, empathic and individually tailored therapeutic approach when working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. My mission is to provide a safe environment in order to achieve the most optimal results. I strive to help each individual/s to cultivate and expand a deep sense of meaning and resiliency in their personal journey.
(747) 281-4252 View (747) 281-4252

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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.