
Scott R. Garrels
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
131 N El Molino Ave, Ste 220, Pasadena, CA 91101
Let's Connect (626) 513-8085

As a clinical psychologist with 15 years of practice, I use my training and experience to provide guidance to people struggling with a variety of relational, emotional, and behavioral concerns. Trained in psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy, I provide both short-term problem-focused treatment as well as more long-term intensive therapy, depending on your needs.
My approach integrates the vital benefits of understanding the past with a focus on changing the present in practical, active ways. I believe in the enormous benefit of relating one's life story to a trained listener who can offer a new perspective within a safe, compassionate, and professional relationship.
I place great value on the initial consultation, which is free and without obligation, as a chance to get to know one another and help to determine the best approach for you.
Call or Email Scott R. Garrels now for a free 15 minute consultation - (626) 513-8085
Let's Connect (626) 513-8085

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, CheckInsurance
- Aetna
- Humana
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- Out of Network

Scott R. Garrels
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (626) 513-8085
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of California / PSY21050 Scott R. Garrels
- In Practice for 21 years
- Attended Fuller Graduate School of Psychology , Ph.D., Graduated 2004
- Licensed by State of California / PSY21050
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Relational