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Mind Space Therapy and Hypnosis: MSTH
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, LAADC, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
I have experience with adults & adolescents struggling with trauma, drug & alcohol use, addiction & dependency, as well as other major life issues. I enjoy assisting individuals traverse the obstacles that accompany the process of recovery or trauma related issues. The individual is a whole person & therefore the needs of service are holistic & focus on all aspects of the individual to create a treatment experience where not only the substance use is addressed but the underlying reasons for the substance abuse and other life challenges; these must all be addressed together for effective, long lasting and sustainable recovery.
I have experience with adults & adolescents struggling with trauma, drug & alcohol use, addiction & dependency, as well as other major life issues. I enjoy assisting individuals traverse the obstacles that accompany the process of recovery or trauma related issues. The individual is a whole person & therefore the needs of service are holistic & focus on all aspects of the individual to create a treatment experience where not only the substance use is addressed but the underlying reasons for the substance abuse and other life challenges; these must all be addressed together for effective, long lasting and sustainable recovery.
(626) 888-8114 View (626) 888-8114
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SherrWay Solutions, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
SherrWay Solutions, LCSW is where one can find solutions the sure way... Your Way!
SherrWay Solutions, LCSW is where one can find solutions the sure way... Your Way!
(323) 553-4071 View (323) 553-4071
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Catherine Ridder
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Thoughts, feelings and actions are all energetically connected. Conscious insight into all three of these is essential for changing patterns that no longer serve you. I provide support, tools and insight to help you find the resources within yourself and your life to help you deal with loss/grief, shift relationship patterns, heal personal struggles, and alleviate depression and anxiety. A good therapeutic connection can provide a different experience and perspective, and help you heal and thrive in your life. You do not need to be a prisoner of your past. You can transform your present and create your future.
Thoughts, feelings and actions are all energetically connected. Conscious insight into all three of these is essential for changing patterns that no longer serve you. I provide support, tools and insight to help you find the resources within yourself and your life to help you deal with loss/grief, shift relationship patterns, heal personal struggles, and alleviate depression and anxiety. A good therapeutic connection can provide a different experience and perspective, and help you heal and thrive in your life. You do not need to be a prisoner of your past. You can transform your present and create your future.
(626) 581-6946 View (626) 581-6946
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Dr. Timothy Devitt, Sexual Recovery Coach
PhD, CST, CACDIII
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
As a Board Certified Sex Therapist and an Internationally Certified Addiction Counselor, I help people who suffer from problematic sexual behavior. Pornography and PIED, excessive masturbation, sexting, hook-up apps, infidelity, anonymous sex and prostitution are some of the typical behaviors that can become compulsive and difficult to control. If you want to stop a behavior, but find you can't, I can help you. If you repeatedly break promises to yourself or to your partner, I can help you. If you want to stop holding secrets and leading a double life, I can help.
As a Board Certified Sex Therapist and an Internationally Certified Addiction Counselor, I help people who suffer from problematic sexual behavior. Pornography and PIED, excessive masturbation, sexting, hook-up apps, infidelity, anonymous sex and prostitution are some of the typical behaviors that can become compulsive and difficult to control. If you want to stop a behavior, but find you can't, I can help you. If you repeatedly break promises to yourself or to your partner, I can help you. If you want to stop holding secrets and leading a double life, I can help.
(310) 651-7552 View (310) 651-7552
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Kristen Herman Rivers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCHt
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that nobody should be resigned to a lifetime of suffering from anxiety, unresolved trauma, feeling lost, stuck, disconnected from your partner, or like your emotions are out of control. This strife can keep you from living a fulfilling life. I have seen so many clients become tremendously empowered, less emotionally reactive, and confident in their decision-making once they have a greater understanding of themselves, their histories, and their strengths. I'm passionate about helping you gain clarity, as once these changes are taking place, my clients begin enjoying more satisfying relationships with loved ones.
I believe that nobody should be resigned to a lifetime of suffering from anxiety, unresolved trauma, feeling lost, stuck, disconnected from your partner, or like your emotions are out of control. This strife can keep you from living a fulfilling life. I have seen so many clients become tremendously empowered, less emotionally reactive, and confident in their decision-making once they have a greater understanding of themselves, their histories, and their strengths. I'm passionate about helping you gain clarity, as once these changes are taking place, my clients begin enjoying more satisfying relationships with loved ones.
(626) 513-0473 View (626) 513-0473
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Melissa J Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Are you looking for ways to help your family m or yourself find zest and build strength for facing life's challenges? Is your family challenged by stress during COVID-19? I and the Institute therapy team work with children, teens, young women, families and gender-expansive youth to build resilience during challenging times like these. Individual, family, and group therapy are provided with fee and payment options to meet varied needs. As CEO and founder, I offer consultation and training to educators, medical and mental health professionals. Our website is full of resources to support social and emotional growth for our times.
Are you looking for ways to help your family m or yourself find zest and build strength for facing life's challenges? Is your family challenged by stress during COVID-19? I and the Institute therapy team work with children, teens, young women, families and gender-expansive youth to build resilience during challenging times like these. Individual, family, and group therapy are provided with fee and payment options to meet varied needs. As CEO and founder, I offer consultation and training to educators, medical and mental health professionals. Our website is full of resources to support social and emotional growth for our times.
(626) 782-5928 x108 View (626) 782-5928 x108
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Kerri Simon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by major life changes? Whether you're a new mom navigating the early days of motherhood, a seasoned mom adjusting to new phases of parenthood, or grappling with the changes your body and mind are going through, you're not alone. I’m here to offer support and guidance during these transformative periods.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by major life changes? Whether you're a new mom navigating the early days of motherhood, a seasoned mom adjusting to new phases of parenthood, or grappling with the changes your body and mind are going through, you're not alone. I’m here to offer support and guidance during these transformative periods.
(310) 928-9305 View (310) 928-9305
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Institute for Girls' Development
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Looking for growth, skills, connection and empowerment during challenging times? Our compassionate and expert Institute team is dedicated to empowering girls, women, families, and gender expansive individuals through strength-based services. We offer therapy (individual, group and family), assessment, community education, and professional training. Our caring, experienced, and creative therapists work from various approaches to best meet the unique needs of our clients and their families. Our skill-building workshops and groups inspire children and teens to use their voices and build resilience and leadership.
Looking for growth, skills, connection and empowerment during challenging times? Our compassionate and expert Institute team is dedicated to empowering girls, women, families, and gender expansive individuals through strength-based services. We offer therapy (individual, group and family), assessment, community education, and professional training. Our caring, experienced, and creative therapists work from various approaches to best meet the unique needs of our clients and their families. Our skill-building workshops and groups inspire children and teens to use their voices and build resilience and leadership.
(626) 714-2906 x108 View (626) 714-2906 x108
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Ann Simonds
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
I believe most of our difficulties as humans stem from early life events including feeling neglected, unheard and unseen. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties adjusting to life events including recent birth trauma, traumatic events, loss and past childhood developmental trauma. My training includes EMDR, Ego State Therapy, and Attachment informed therapy. I use visual imagery, and mind body approaches.
I believe most of our difficulties as humans stem from early life events including feeling neglected, unheard and unseen. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties adjusting to life events including recent birth trauma, traumatic events, loss and past childhood developmental trauma. My training includes EMDR, Ego State Therapy, and Attachment informed therapy. I use visual imagery, and mind body approaches.
(760) 891-5220 View (760) 891-5220
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Aspire Therapy Center
Psychologist, PSY
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
"I don't know what to feel!" The past few weeks have left us all with an overwhelming sense of uncertainty and confusion. The isolation and societal anxiety are a recipe for profoundly undermining our health and well-being; not just physically, but mentally as well. Many of our clients at Aspire are trying to find their new normal amidst sweeping changes to their daily lives. Finding a space to clear your head, feel heard, and create a plan for sustaining balance is a small, but vital, step for staying strong and resilient. Let us help with finding a path through the fog and to reclaim life.
"I don't know what to feel!" The past few weeks have left us all with an overwhelming sense of uncertainty and confusion. The isolation and societal anxiety are a recipe for profoundly undermining our health and well-being; not just physically, but mentally as well. Many of our clients at Aspire are trying to find their new normal amidst sweeping changes to their daily lives. Finding a space to clear your head, feel heard, and create a plan for sustaining balance is a small, but vital, step for staying strong and resilient. Let us help with finding a path through the fog and to reclaim life.
(323) 518-1164 View (323) 518-1164
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Mervin Maier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
We all need strong, healthy relationships for our personal, social, emotional growth and development. At times the pathway to building strong relationships can be perplexing and bewildering. My therapeutic approach provides a supportive, safe harbor that is both collaborative and non-judgmental. I will help families, couples, and individuals build robust, satisfying lives and deeply meaningful relationships.
We all need strong, healthy relationships for our personal, social, emotional growth and development. At times the pathway to building strong relationships can be perplexing and bewildering. My therapeutic approach provides a supportive, safe harbor that is both collaborative and non-judgmental. I will help families, couples, and individuals build robust, satisfying lives and deeply meaningful relationships.
(707) 271-9323 View (707) 271-9323
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Dr. Olga Zabora Best Selling Author In Five Countries
Psychologist, PsyD, CHT, EMDR, NLP, TT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
I combine an integrative model with a holistic view of the person to aid in healing and transformation. Integrative Psychotherapy uses insight-oriented modalities in conjunction with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnosis, Mindfulness, Biofeedback, Guided Imagery, Neuro Linguistic Programming, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), EMDR for trauma processing, and dream analysis using Jungian approach. All of these techniques facilitate unique experiences and allow me to tailor therapy sessions for each individual patient. You will be reminded in my therapy room that : "You are as unique as your fingerprint." (M. Erickson)
I combine an integrative model with a holistic view of the person to aid in healing and transformation. Integrative Psychotherapy uses insight-oriented modalities in conjunction with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnosis, Mindfulness, Biofeedback, Guided Imagery, Neuro Linguistic Programming, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), EMDR for trauma processing, and dream analysis using Jungian approach. All of these techniques facilitate unique experiences and allow me to tailor therapy sessions for each individual patient. You will be reminded in my therapy room that : "You are as unique as your fingerprint." (M. Erickson)
(424) 622-8532 View (424) 622-8532
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Michael Argumaniz Hardin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
(346) 545-4560 View (346) 545-4560
HypnoTherapy

How does hypnotherapy work?

Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a movie, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behavior change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognizing a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.

Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?

Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.

Can everyone be hypnotized?

The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotized. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotized may not respond to the technique because of their skepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.

Does hypnotherapy work?

Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviors like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.