Teletherapy for 91103
Melinda Vyvyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
IN-PERSON sessions in Pasadena available on Thursdays! Trauma-informed Therapy. Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of reactions, often feeling down about yourself? Is your past holding you back in ways that aren’t helping you thrive in the present? When our past experiences control us, our ability to choose our responses diminishes, impacting us emotionally and physically, often leading to feelings of depression, anxiety, and shame. These struggles can affect how we connect with others. But there’s hope. I view therapy as a collaborative and empathic journey that foster well-being on m a mental, physical and spiritual level.
IN-PERSON sessions in Pasadena available on Thursdays! Trauma-informed Therapy. Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of reactions, often feeling down about yourself? Is your past holding you back in ways that aren’t helping you thrive in the present? When our past experiences control us, our ability to choose our responses diminishes, impacting us emotionally and physically, often leading to feelings of depression, anxiety, and shame. These struggles can affect how we connect with others. But there’s hope. I view therapy as a collaborative and empathic journey that foster well-being on m a mental, physical and spiritual level.
Laura Ramirez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
Waking up confused and alone, you don’t understand why you can’t get out of this rut. Everyday tasks like laundry feel wholly overwhelming, and each day you slip deeper into isolation and despair. You no longer have the emotional energy to engage with the essential people in your life – and you have no idea why. Your anxiety is constant, and you feel out of control. Your finger hovers over the “delete” button on the dating app on your phone. It feels pointless anyway. You’re so unhappy with yourself right now you don’t even want to go outside. You want to get yourself together, but you’re not sure where to start.
Waking up confused and alone, you don’t understand why you can’t get out of this rut. Everyday tasks like laundry feel wholly overwhelming, and each day you slip deeper into isolation and despair. You no longer have the emotional energy to engage with the essential people in your life – and you have no idea why. Your anxiety is constant, and you feel out of control. Your finger hovers over the “delete” button on the dating app on your phone. It feels pointless anyway. You’re so unhappy with yourself right now you don’t even want to go outside. You want to get yourself together, but you’re not sure where to start.
Lulu Guadagnuolo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103 (Online Only)
Are you feeling confused or stuck in your relationships or just life in general? Are you unsure how to change your situation, or feel like nothing seems to make much difference? Taking the first step to making change can be scary and takes courage. I am so glad you are here. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story.
Are you feeling confused or stuck in your relationships or just life in general? Are you unsure how to change your situation, or feel like nothing seems to make much difference? Taking the first step to making change can be scary and takes courage. I am so glad you are here. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story.
Rosa L. Casquino-Trauma Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
Are you struggling to unlock your full potential due to past traumatic experiences? Whether you've endured trauma, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, or a complex divorce, I'm here to provide you with the support you need to heal. Trauma can impact us in numerous ways, making it challenging to navigate life's transitions, maintain healthy relationships, and balance work and personal life. If you're struggling to overcome the effects of trauma, I can help guide you towards emotional well-being and personal growth.
Are you struggling to unlock your full potential due to past traumatic experiences? Whether you've endured trauma, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, or a complex divorce, I'm here to provide you with the support you need to heal. Trauma can impact us in numerous ways, making it challenging to navigate life's transitions, maintain healthy relationships, and balance work and personal life. If you're struggling to overcome the effects of trauma, I can help guide you towards emotional well-being and personal growth.
Therapist ISH
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103 (Online Only)
Our experiences shape who we are. Our identities influence the way we perceive and interact with the world, and the way the world perceives and interacts with us. Navigating the world in my intersectional identity, I understand the importance of providing an intentional and affirming space for folx from marginalized communities. As such, I offer a holistic approach to therapy that addresses the unique needs and identities of my clients. I work with women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and veteran communities. I also work with individuals who have experienced some form of abuse, trauma, oppression, inequity, or violence.
Our experiences shape who we are. Our identities influence the way we perceive and interact with the world, and the way the world perceives and interacts with us. Navigating the world in my intersectional identity, I understand the importance of providing an intentional and affirming space for folx from marginalized communities. As such, I offer a holistic approach to therapy that addresses the unique needs and identities of my clients. I work with women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and veteran communities. I also work with individuals who have experienced some form of abuse, trauma, oppression, inequity, or violence.
Cymone N. Damon Sams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
In my therapeutic practice, I integrate the depths of existential and humanistic therapies with a keen focus on the intricacies of racial issues, identity exploration, and the transformative potential of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. My approach is underpinned by a commitment to understanding and nurturing the complex web of human connections, guided by attachment-based theory. This perspective enables me to support clients in exploring and healing relational patterns that have been shaped by early attachments and life experiences, fostering healthier and more fulfilling interpersonal relationships.
In my therapeutic practice, I integrate the depths of existential and humanistic therapies with a keen focus on the intricacies of racial issues, identity exploration, and the transformative potential of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. My approach is underpinned by a commitment to understanding and nurturing the complex web of human connections, guided by attachment-based theory. This perspective enables me to support clients in exploring and healing relational patterns that have been shaped by early attachments and life experiences, fostering healthier and more fulfilling interpersonal relationships.
Jackie Benavente
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91103
I'm a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over twenty years of experience in the mental health and addiction field. I work with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in addiction, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues/lack of motivation, trauma and family and couple's therapy.
I'm a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over twenty years of experience in the mental health and addiction field. I work with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in addiction, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues/lack of motivation, trauma and family and couple's therapy.
Naj Alikhan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91103
You’ve always considered yourself someone who works well under pressure. Stress was never an obstacle – in fact, it motivated you to be better. You were unstoppable and could handle any challenge that came your way. But lately, something has changed. Now, you find yourself unable to shrug off concerns like you have in the past. You lay in bed at night, restless, mind racing. You’re tired and unfocused at work, making mistakes you’ve never made before. You’ve long sacrificed your personal relationships in favor of professional advancement. But now you’re wondering what any of that was for. You know something has to change, but how?
You’ve always considered yourself someone who works well under pressure. Stress was never an obstacle – in fact, it motivated you to be better. You were unstoppable and could handle any challenge that came your way. But lately, something has changed. Now, you find yourself unable to shrug off concerns like you have in the past. You lay in bed at night, restless, mind racing. You’re tired and unfocused at work, making mistakes you’ve never made before. You’ve long sacrificed your personal relationships in favor of professional advancement. But now you’re wondering what any of that was for. You know something has to change, but how?
Jonathan Damiani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
Author and psychologist Alice Miller once wrote, “Consciously experiencing our legitimate emotions is liberating. Repressed emotion can be resolved as soon as it is felt, understood, and recognized as legitimate.” Dr. Miller’s words capture my work as a psychotherapist. It is my hope to help my patients legitimately experience their complex emotional worlds in order to cultivate a rich and meaningful life. Although this is no easy task, I offer my partnership on this journey toward relief and healing, both internally and interpersonally.
Author and psychologist Alice Miller once wrote, “Consciously experiencing our legitimate emotions is liberating. Repressed emotion can be resolved as soon as it is felt, understood, and recognized as legitimate.” Dr. Miller’s words capture my work as a psychotherapist. It is my hope to help my patients legitimately experience their complex emotional worlds in order to cultivate a rich and meaningful life. Although this is no easy task, I offer my partnership on this journey toward relief and healing, both internally and interpersonally.
Rebecca Doppelt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
Trauma. Betrayal. Anxiety. Relationships. Discernment. These are my areas of focus. Whether you are an adult seeking to heal childhood wounds or you are facing an overwhelming challenge in present day, we can collaborate on a path forward. Change is possible and I will be in your corner every step of the way.
Trauma. Betrayal. Anxiety. Relationships. Discernment. These are my areas of focus. Whether you are an adult seeking to heal childhood wounds or you are facing an overwhelming challenge in present day, we can collaborate on a path forward. Change is possible and I will be in your corner every step of the way.
Ruth Fong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91103
I am passionate about helping women to truly thrive and find meaning in life. Being a woman is hard and often comes with many expectations. There’s pressure to have a successful career and healthy relationships, to be a good mom, to look put together, to be physically/emotionally healthy... Many of the women I work with find themselves feeling stressed and overwhelmed to the point that their physical and mental health may suffer. Maybe this sounds like you. You want to look inward, find healing and regain a sense of control. You want to develop tools to manage your mental load and move out of survival mode. You want to hope again.
I am passionate about helping women to truly thrive and find meaning in life. Being a woman is hard and often comes with many expectations. There’s pressure to have a successful career and healthy relationships, to be a good mom, to look put together, to be physically/emotionally healthy... Many of the women I work with find themselves feeling stressed and overwhelmed to the point that their physical and mental health may suffer. Maybe this sounds like you. You want to look inward, find healing and regain a sense of control. You want to develop tools to manage your mental load and move out of survival mode. You want to hope again.
Jeremy Treat
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
If you're seeking help for your relationship with your partner, considering making a long-term commitment, struggling to reignite the "spark" you once had, or feeling desperate to stop the constant arguments, I would like to help you get your relationship back on the right track! Many couples wait too long to seek out professional relationship help, and suffer the pain and sadness of being out-of-sync with their partner for far too long. Unfortunately, when the commitment level has bottomed out, relationships often pass the point of no return and simply cannot be salvaged. Don't wait until it's too late!
If you're seeking help for your relationship with your partner, considering making a long-term commitment, struggling to reignite the "spark" you once had, or feeling desperate to stop the constant arguments, I would like to help you get your relationship back on the right track! Many couples wait too long to seek out professional relationship help, and suffer the pain and sadness of being out-of-sync with their partner for far too long. Unfortunately, when the commitment level has bottomed out, relationships often pass the point of no return and simply cannot be salvaged. Don't wait until it's too late!
Dr. Briana Hedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
You've gotten by for a long time surviving on praise for your accomplishments. But now that feels hollow and you secretly believe that if anyone really knew you, they wouldn't be so impressed. In fact, sometimes you're terrified that they're going to find out that they were wrong about you all along. You were just the ultimate faker. This is no imposter syndrome, you tell yourself, because you really are the worst. You want to stop going through the motions of your life, but you don't know how to change without letting people down.
You've gotten by for a long time surviving on praise for your accomplishments. But now that feels hollow and you secretly believe that if anyone really knew you, they wouldn't be so impressed. In fact, sometimes you're terrified that they're going to find out that they were wrong about you all along. You were just the ultimate faker. This is no imposter syndrome, you tell yourself, because you really are the worst. You want to stop going through the motions of your life, but you don't know how to change without letting people down.
Jennifer L. Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience helping people who have depression and anxiety, people living with HIV, and trauma survivors. I also work with people who are dealing with long covid and who are struggling with the pandemic and how it continues to impact our lives. I have been a practicing psychotherapist for 16 years and I like what I do. I keep my practice small and am happy to provide referrals when I am booked. I hold a queer-affirming and trans-affirming collaborative space.
I have extensive experience helping people who have depression and anxiety, people living with HIV, and trauma survivors. I also work with people who are dealing with long covid and who are struggling with the pandemic and how it continues to impact our lives. I have been a practicing psychotherapist for 16 years and I like what I do. I keep my practice small and am happy to provide referrals when I am booked. I hold a queer-affirming and trans-affirming collaborative space.
Bree Erin Herzog
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
Language & words matter. We define ourselves & our worldview with our words. How do we talk to ourselves? Who or what does our inner-critic or inner-saboteur sound like? Sometimes the layers of “shoulds” in life make us feel trapped, but therapy can offer space to help untangle & deconstruct the “shoulds” to see where they are coming from. The story/stories we choose to tell ourselves & others - that we take to be true - are not always true, or may be distracting us from other possible truths. Noticing & highlighting less visible narratives that align with our truest values can open up new portals & even preferred ways of being.
Language & words matter. We define ourselves & our worldview with our words. How do we talk to ourselves? Who or what does our inner-critic or inner-saboteur sound like? Sometimes the layers of “shoulds” in life make us feel trapped, but therapy can offer space to help untangle & deconstruct the “shoulds” to see where they are coming from. The story/stories we choose to tell ourselves & others - that we take to be true - are not always true, or may be distracting us from other possible truths. Noticing & highlighting less visible narratives that align with our truest values can open up new portals & even preferred ways of being.
Tyler Grant Daly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MAE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
Whatever your unique experience is that brought you to seek therapy, I know it has taken multiple attempts and a whole lot of courage. We all desire to be seen and affirmed in our journey to uncover our authentic self(s). It may feel as if there just isn't enough room to allow your whole self to show up, and this creates anxiety and/or depression. Regardless if we are aware of the negative external messages we get, some still seem to find their way into our internal world, and it takes work, support, and self-compassion to confront those messages.
Whatever your unique experience is that brought you to seek therapy, I know it has taken multiple attempts and a whole lot of courage. We all desire to be seen and affirmed in our journey to uncover our authentic self(s). It may feel as if there just isn't enough room to allow your whole self to show up, and this creates anxiety and/or depression. Regardless if we are aware of the negative external messages we get, some still seem to find their way into our internal world, and it takes work, support, and self-compassion to confront those messages.
Laura L. Filip, LCSW & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, Emdr
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
I am a child & family specialist. I worked many years in residential treatment working with severely emotionally disturbed children & their families. I work with parents to help them handle their child's behavioral issues. I also have extensive experience working with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, stress & mental health issues. I am EMDR CERTIFIED by EMDRIA. I am LGBTQIA2+. I am a certified grief recovery specialist. I have experience treating substance abuse issues. I have extensive experience providing therapy to medical & nursing students due to my experience in medical social work.
I am a child & family specialist. I worked many years in residential treatment working with severely emotionally disturbed children & their families. I work with parents to help them handle their child's behavioral issues. I also have extensive experience working with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, stress & mental health issues. I am EMDR CERTIFIED by EMDRIA. I am LGBTQIA2+. I am a certified grief recovery specialist. I have experience treating substance abuse issues. I have extensive experience providing therapy to medical & nursing students due to my experience in medical social work.
Max Bird-Ridnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91103
I recognize the time and resources you are investing and I am committed to achieving your goals as quickly as possible. I use a technique called Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy. If you are serious about change, whatever the issue, please do not hesitate to contact me.
I recognize the time and resources you are investing and I am committed to achieving your goals as quickly as possible. I use a technique called Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy. If you are serious about change, whatever the issue, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Christine Triano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, a relationship problem, or emotional pain from a past experience? Maybe you are looking for help with the challenges of parenting your teenager or seeking help for an adolescent who is struggling. I also know the toll of failing relationships and how important it is to find the right support when it feels like your world is falling apart. Maybe you are ready for change, but struggling to take that first step. I help people navigate life’s transitions, address recurring challenges and build better relationships with themselves — and others.
Are you struggling with anxiety, a relationship problem, or emotional pain from a past experience? Maybe you are looking for help with the challenges of parenting your teenager or seeking help for an adolescent who is struggling. I also know the toll of failing relationships and how important it is to find the right support when it feels like your world is falling apart. Maybe you are ready for change, but struggling to take that first step. I help people navigate life’s transitions, address recurring challenges and build better relationships with themselves — and others.
Jonathan Grayson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91103
Anxiety disorders affect nearly 1 in 5 Americans. The Grayson LA Center for the Treatment of Anxiety & OCD (LAOCD is here to help sufferers regain control of their lives. Our philosophy is to treat every sufferer as an individual. After an initial evaluation, therapy is customized to the client's needs. LAOCD is nationally recognized for providing cutting edge, state of the art CBT to sufferers. LAOCD is dedicated to helping anxiety sufferers through therapy, public education, community service and research. Our staff regularly presents at national conferences to educate clinicians and the public. Because sufferers need it, we offer free support groups.
Anxiety disorders affect nearly 1 in 5 Americans. The Grayson LA Center for the Treatment of Anxiety & OCD (LAOCD is here to help sufferers regain control of their lives. Our philosophy is to treat every sufferer as an individual. After an initial evaluation, therapy is customized to the client's needs. LAOCD is nationally recognized for providing cutting edge, state of the art CBT to sufferers. LAOCD is dedicated to helping anxiety sufferers through therapy, public education, community service and research. Our staff regularly presents at national conferences to educate clinicians and the public. Because sufferers need it, we offer free support groups.
