Therapists in Pasadena, CA

I specialize in helping people who are socially attuned to others' needs to the point that they may lose themselves. Working together, my clients build confidence & a stronger sense of self that helps them negotiate conflicting roles and identities. This can involve processing sadness and frustration, which unlocks new sources of connection, happiness, & focus in their personal and work lives. In my time at Caltech, I worked with high achievers navigating complex expectations. As we assess values & sources of joy, my clients develop a stronger understanding of what fulfills them, & where and with whom they want to devote their time.

With over 20 years of experience, I work best with 3 types of people:

Depression. Anxiety. Failing relationships. Trauma. Those words may look intense on the page, but if you are experiencing any of these conditions yourself, you know exactly how devastating they can be for your life, your relationships, and your happiness. If you recognize yourself in any of those words, I want you to know that you're not alone in these struggles…and talking to a therapist can help.

In my private practice, I treat issues of anxiety and panic, past trauma, and sexual dysfunction. While our past can sometimes weigh down our present, my clients and I work together to address, process, and move through issues that might hold them back. Identifying emotions, connecting them to the body, and developing resources to endure the more difficult experiences of life is a primary focus of our collaborative work.

Chris Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2016. He studied at UC Berkeley - School of Social Welfare. Chris's hope for every client that he serves is to provide a space that includes compassion, empathy, and inclusivity. He is proud to have a clinical mindset that is non-judgmental and open to all walks of life. As someone who lived overseas, Chris understands the struggles of transitioning to a new country which brought about feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression.

As a clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of specialized training and experience, I am dedicated to providing effective and research-based approaches to treatment with genuine compassion, empathy, and care. It is my goal to help empower you to change your life by using treatment and assessment techniques designed for both common life stressors and complex mental health conditions. It is my belief that creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment is essential for my client's growth and I work hard to provide an environment with which my clients feel safe to challenge themselves and grow.

When I think about what brings you here, I imagine there's something in your life causing you pain or overwhelm. I have found, both personally and professionally, that often when we're experiencing big emotions, we're sitting with them alone. It takes a great deal of courage to reach out and ask for help, and it's an honor and privilege for me to come alongside you as you seek to feel and heal.

As a therapist, I see myself guiding people on their life path by overcoming such obstacles as depression, anxiety, fear, self-limiting beliefs, and helping them to experience instead the beauty and warmth of their inner rainbow, of claiming joy as their birthright. I love working especially with women at a major transition in their lives: whether from young adulthood to womanhood, from motherhood to 'empty nest' and, ultimately, menopause; women in quest for healthy relationships and a greater meaning in their lives. Spiritual growth, creativity, finding one's purpose - are important issues for everybody to be able to live life to its fullest. I weave my work with a variety of therapeutic approaches including Holistic Healing, Dreamwork and Art Therapy. I'll be happy to discuss any needs you might have to see which modality - group or/and individual therapy - would be the best for you.

Are you struggling with anxiety? Are you struggling with low self-esteem? I am Martha Beatty and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and relationships. I believe in treating clients from a compassionate, sensitive, and nonjudgmental perspective. If this resonates with you please reach out to me for a free 15-minute consultation.

I believe that therapy is a truly personal experience. The decision to seek support is a courageous one. As your therapist, I feel the privilege of being allowed into your life in a way that you may have not allowed others to be. My approach is customized to each of my clients because each one of us is on our own personal journey. My treatments are rooted in psychodynamic, humanistic, and family systems theories. Based on your individual goals and needs, I may integrate mindfulness-based interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or trauma focused therapy. I am an EMDR trained therapist and current member of EMDRIA.

Pema Chodron states that the "essence of life is that it's challenging." I believe that with the right support, your difficult life experiences and challenges, whatever they may be or however they stemmed, can be overcome with time. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples through these challenging experiences. I bring empathic energy, intuition, careful consideration, humor, and challenge to the process of converting difficulty into growth. My work is driven by philosophies and therapies based in trauma-informed care, neurobiology, attachment theory, nonviolent communication, Emotion Focused Therapy, Buddhism, and EMDR.

As a registered art therapist (ATR) and aspiring play therapist, I currently work primarily with child and teenage clients. Through assisting my clients in processing their feelings and experiences from a strength based, person centered approach.

Navigating personal struggles often leaves us feeling alone, anxious, and disconnected. This experience can become even more intense when dealing with issues such as eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, bipolar disorder, and co-occurring conditions. I specialize in helping individuals navigate these challenges. Collaborating with psychiatrists, doctors, and dietitians, we form a holistic support team, going beyond traditional methods for comprehensive healing. We aim to equip you with tools for emotional, physical, and mental wellness, enabling lasting growth and resilience.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grappling with relationship challenges, or triggered by past traumas? You're not alone. I focus in providing a safe & supportive environment for individuals seeking to navigate these experiences. My ideal client is someone who recognizes the need for a safe space to process their feelings and develop coping skills. Whether you're struggling with panic attacks, communication issues in your relationships, I'm here to help.

Hello! I am a first generation Asian-American clinician with 8 years of experience working with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and ethnic groups. It's important to be able to process your thoughts and feelings in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space. Exploring childhood histories and upbringings are an important part of understanding the patterns that make you who you are today. Finding effective coping skills, strategies, and techniques will become important tools to help you achieve your goals in therapy. We will collaborate so that you can manifest an emotionally balanced version of yourself!

Dr. Young Ok Kim enjoys helping those facing diverse challenges such as: anxiety and depression, trauma (including growing up in an abusive family), self-esteem, attachment issues, struggles with loss and grief, relationship and family conflict, and spiritual struggles related to mental health. Particularly, she has a special heart for 1.5 and 2nd generation Asians and their parents who face difficulties related to the unique generational differences stemming from language and cultural barriers. She provides therapy in both English and Korean and she is licensed in California and Illinois.

You’re not a big fan of yourself. You are your own worst critic and get in your own way. Relationships feel unbalanced and you give a lot more than you get back. Boundaries…what boundaries? You wake up feeling unfulfilled, uninspired, less than. You’re totally exhausted from feeling this way. Whether it's people pleasing, perfectionism, looking to the outside to fill the inside, feeling unloveable; it's all about building the relationship you have with yourself, which is the foundation for everything. This is my superpower as a therapist. I will help you realize your value, appreciate your uniqueness and become a fan of yourself.

Asking for help is not always easy. Whether you are trying to navigate a difficult relationship, deepen an existing one, or if you find yourself in a place where you feel "stuck", we can work to equip you with tools to help your particular situation. The majority of my clients say therapy helped them increase their self-awareness and communication skills, reduce stress, have less anxiety, and have an increased ability to deal emotions. I specialize in work with individuals and couples around anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I also specialize in group therapy and currently have openings my Thursday evening group at 6pm.

Are you struggling with anxiety or stress related to love addiction or love avoidance? Do painful relational patterns keep your relationships stuck and unsatisfying? Do you feel that you are constantly striving for "better" and "more" in most aspects of your life, but often feel unworthy or not enough, even when you get what you want? These are all examples of patterns that arise when we are missed at important stages in our early development, When we were kids we had to adapt to our family system, but often these adaptations become stuck points in our adult life.