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Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Grace Pendleton

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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23822 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 201, Valencia, CA 91355
Let's Connect (661) 215-8323
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Are you overwhelmed? Feeling anxious, stressed, or unable to stay present? Do you take on too much or have trouble saying no? Are you or your loved ones repeating behaviors or relationships and wishing you could break the cycle? Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. And even when we know the cause, change can still feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment, help you understand the root causes of your difficulties, and teach you practical tools to help change your life. I will also be honest with you.
Together, we can explore who you are in a deep way and build customized goals. I'm qualified to help with many challenges; however, I specialize in anxiety, trauma, grief, attachment, relationships, and LGBTQ+ related issues. I also enjoy helping clients increase self esteem, form healthy boundaries, cope with life transitions, and navigate spirituality.
I work using trauma-informed, psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, relational, IFS, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, somatic, narrative, and attachment-based therapeutic techniques. I currently practice in person and over video as an LMFT at Caring Connected in Valencia and have 8+ years of experience across community mental health, non-profit, and school-based settings.
Call or Grace Pendleton now for a free 15 minute consultation - (661) 215-8323

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Caring Connected - Valencia, CA

23822 Valencia Boulevard

Suite 201

Valencia, CA 91355 map

(661) 215-8323

Caring Connected - Pasadena, CA

299 North Euclid Avenue

Suite 530

Pasadena, CA 91101 map

I offer IN-PERSON and VIDEO sessions and have morning, afternoon, and evening availability.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues 
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (661) 215-8323
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Caring Connected - Valencia, CA

23822 Valencia Boulevard

Suite 201

Valencia, CA 91355 map

(661) 215-8323

Caring Connected - Pasadena, CA

299 North Euclid Avenue

Suite 530

Pasadena, CA 91101 map

I offer IN-PERSON and VIDEO sessions and have morning, afternoon, and evening availability.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues 
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I'm an out-of-network provider, but many of my clients with Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Empire, Magellan, MultiPlan, Optum, & UnitedHealthcare UHC/UBH plans get between 50-100 percent reimbursement. HSA & FSA cards can also be used to cover the cost of sessions at 100 percent.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323
"
I'm an out-of-network provider, but many of my clients with Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Empire, Magellan, MultiPlan, Optum, & UnitedHealthcare UHC/UBH plans get between 50-100 percent reimbursement. HSA & FSA cards can also be used to cover the cost of sessions at 100 percent.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT119604 Grace Pendleton
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended California State University Northridge, MS in Counseling with emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from UCLA-DMH Public Mental Health Partnership Dialectal Behavioral Therapy / 2020
  • Certificate from Medical University of South Carolina Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / 2015
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I am trained in DBT, Trauma-Informed CBT, and I'm working towards certification in Internal Family Systems (IFS). I employ a relational, psychoanalytic/dynamic, bottom-up, trauma informed approach & can also incorporate mindfulness and spirituality into my practice if that is something you desire.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323
"
I am trained in DBT, Trauma-Informed CBT, and I'm working towards certification in Internal Family Systems (IFS). I employ a relational, psychoanalytic/dynamic, bottom-up, trauma informed approach & can also incorporate mindfulness and spirituality into my practice if that is something you desire.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Boundaries
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Intimacy & Vulnerability
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Veterans
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Many of my clients come in saying, "I more or less understand what my issues are, but I struggle when it comes to actually changing my behavior." If this sounds like you, we may be a good fit as I have a focus on practicality and helping to answer the, "what now?" question that often comes after awareness is reached. My style is characterized by warmth, practicality, fairness, and compassion.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323
"
Many of my clients come in saying, "I more or less understand what my issues are, but I struggle when it comes to actually changing my behavior." If this sounds like you, we may be a good fit as I have a focus on practicality and helping to answer the, "what now?" question that often comes after awareness is reached. My style is characterized by warmth, practicality, fairness, and compassion.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I am trained in many modalities but most often employ Trauma-Informed, Attachment-based, Relational, Somatic, Analytic, & Psychodynamic approaches. I enjoy taking proper time to get to know you and your story deeply, while also making sure to teach practical tools up front. That way, you are provided with some immediate relief while we work towards understanding more complex patterns and systems.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323
"
I am trained in many modalities but most often employ Trauma-Informed, Attachment-based, Relational, Somatic, Analytic, & Psychodynamic approaches. I enjoy taking proper time to get to know you and your story deeply, while also making sure to teach practical tools up front. That way, you are provided with some immediate relief while we work towards understanding more complex patterns and systems.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (661) 215-8323

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Caring Connected - Valencia, CA

23822 Valencia Boulevard

Suite 201

Valencia, CA 91355

(661) 215-8323

Additional Location

Caring Connected - Pasadena, CA

299 North Euclid Avenue

Suite 530

Pasadena, CA 91101

(661) 215-8323
"
I offer IN-PERSON and VIDEO sessions and have morning, afternoon, and evening availability.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (661) 215-8323
"
I offer IN-PERSON and VIDEO sessions and have morning, afternoon, and evening availability.
Photo of Grace Pendleton, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Grace Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (661) 215-8323