Therapists in Sierra Madre, CA
Susan Merletti
Counselor, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Have you ever felt that words were not enough? You've tried talking, but it doesn't seem to work, at least not for very long. You find yourself wondering what you can do to feel better. Coping with stress, living with uncertainty and meeting the challenges of everyday life are often difficult to describe in words alone. Imagine what it would feel like to enjoy the process of self-discovery, personal growth and understanding. Your creative process can become your road to emotional wellbeing - a safe and gratifying way to explore difficult experiences and emotions such as fear, sadness, frustration, and anxiety.
Have you ever felt that words were not enough? You've tried talking, but it doesn't seem to work, at least not for very long. You find yourself wondering what you can do to feel better. Coping with stress, living with uncertainty and meeting the challenges of everyday life are often difficult to describe in words alone. Imagine what it would feel like to enjoy the process of self-discovery, personal growth and understanding. Your creative process can become your road to emotional wellbeing - a safe and gratifying way to explore difficult experiences and emotions such as fear, sadness, frustration, and anxiety.
Annie Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
It is my desire to provide a place of compassion and safety for individual adults, couples, children, and adolescents as they explore themselves and challenges in their life. Whether you are experiencing a loss, struggling with depression or anxiety, or facing changes in your family life or career, I will join with you to help you meet the goals you have to improve your life and relationships.
It is my desire to provide a place of compassion and safety for individual adults, couples, children, and adolescents as they explore themselves and challenges in their life. Whether you are experiencing a loss, struggling with depression or anxiety, or facing changes in your family life or career, I will join with you to help you meet the goals you have to improve your life and relationships.
Aleta Klein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024 (Online Only)
Today you are one step closer to where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. I provide insight oriented, caring and compassionate client focused therapy. I specialize in Christian Spiritual Development, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, EMDR, Grief, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Skills As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Today you are one step closer to where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. I provide insight oriented, caring and compassionate client focused therapy. I specialize in Christian Spiritual Development, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, EMDR, Grief, Relationship Issues, and Parenting Skills As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Teresa Yunker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024 (Online Only)
I believe in therapeutic conversation; I am not the 'expert' on your life; you are that expert. My expertise lies in facilitating dialogue that looks at the obstacles currently blocking your preferred vision for your current and future self. My ultimate quarry is change: not just the hoped for differences you may want from your partner, your job, your family, but the changes from within that you must incorporate. The old adage really is true: you can only change yourself. Truly effective therapy happens when you are honestly ready to tackle the person in the mirror.
I believe in therapeutic conversation; I am not the 'expert' on your life; you are that expert. My expertise lies in facilitating dialogue that looks at the obstacles currently blocking your preferred vision for your current and future self. My ultimate quarry is change: not just the hoped for differences you may want from your partner, your job, your family, but the changes from within that you must incorporate. The old adage really is true: you can only change yourself. Truly effective therapy happens when you are honestly ready to tackle the person in the mirror.
Shelia Sutton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, CDWF
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Does this describe you: "I'm running on empty and living a frazzled life. I feel like I'm in survival mode." The process of exploring your inner life (the unresolved traumas, as well as the resiliency that has helped you survive) creates opportunities for you to heal. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). As Viktor Frankl wrote, "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." We can rewire our brains and reprocess our past traumas using EMDR. I am currently providing EMDR via Zoom. Yes, this is possible, and it works.
Does this describe you: "I'm running on empty and living a frazzled life. I feel like I'm in survival mode." The process of exploring your inner life (the unresolved traumas, as well as the resiliency that has helped you survive) creates opportunities for you to heal. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). As Viktor Frankl wrote, "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." We can rewire our brains and reprocess our past traumas using EMDR. I am currently providing EMDR via Zoom. Yes, this is possible, and it works.
Kelsey Sima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Waitlist for new clients
Often when faced with pain we seek out quick fixes to give us relief only to have the pain return. I want to help you find lasting relief by understanding where your pain is originating. I help people make sense of unexplainable anxiety, depression, and unwanted behaviors to create the life and relationships they want. I am passionate about helping people become more emotionally, relationally, and spiritually whole through the nurturing environment that is therapy.
Often when faced with pain we seek out quick fixes to give us relief only to have the pain return. I want to help you find lasting relief by understanding where your pain is originating. I help people make sense of unexplainable anxiety, depression, and unwanted behaviors to create the life and relationships they want. I am passionate about helping people become more emotionally, relationally, and spiritually whole through the nurturing environment that is therapy.
Chris Tickner
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
We all want to feel better from time to time. We get stuck, sad, scared, alone. And right now during these uncertain times, many of us are struggling. Well, there is good news! The field of psychology, through research in neuroscience, has uncovered new powerful and effective ways that really work to build our resilience, improve our lives and relationships, and help us feel more connected and alive. I want to help you experience all of that. You just need to reach out, which is hard. I promise you though, if you take that step, you will feel better.
We all want to feel better from time to time. We get stuck, sad, scared, alone. And right now during these uncertain times, many of us are struggling. Well, there is good news! The field of psychology, through research in neuroscience, has uncovered new powerful and effective ways that really work to build our resilience, improve our lives and relationships, and help us feel more connected and alive. I want to help you experience all of that. You just need to reach out, which is hard. I promise you though, if you take that step, you will feel better.
Paulina Izzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. Maybe you're feeling anxious about a current situation, tired of being your own biggest critic, unmotivated to get things done, or maybe you are not quite sure what you're feeling, but you just feel off. Whatever is bringing you here today, know that I am committed to walking alongside you on your path towards healing. My goal is to support you in working through any obstacles that you are facing, from past and present circumstances, so that you can move onward in your life and into a joyful, empowered, and peaceful future.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. Maybe you're feeling anxious about a current situation, tired of being your own biggest critic, unmotivated to get things done, or maybe you are not quite sure what you're feeling, but you just feel off. Whatever is bringing you here today, know that I am committed to walking alongside you on your path towards healing. My goal is to support you in working through any obstacles that you are facing, from past and present circumstances, so that you can move onward in your life and into a joyful, empowered, and peaceful future.
Damon Bass
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
You feel alone, angry, and ashamed. Although you experience profound isolation and dissatisfaction with your life, you tell yourself this is just the way life is supposed to be. This couldn’t be further from the truth. I work with men who are feeling lonely, unhappy, or hopeless. Our work together addresses these issues so that you can be alive and free. Together, we can create a space without judgment or shame where healing can occur. In this space I’ll help you to become the next version of yourself.
You feel alone, angry, and ashamed. Although you experience profound isolation and dissatisfaction with your life, you tell yourself this is just the way life is supposed to be. This couldn’t be further from the truth. I work with men who are feeling lonely, unhappy, or hopeless. Our work together addresses these issues so that you can be alive and free. Together, we can create a space without judgment or shame where healing can occur. In this space I’ll help you to become the next version of yourself.
Ryan G Witherspoon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
My clients are sophisticated, insightful, and curious about themselves and others. Yet they may have found themselves feeling chronically depressed, anxious, or lost in life, and they might struggle with long-term patterns in their lives and relationships that they just can’t seem to change. Perhaps they have struggled with trauma or other experiences, thoughts, and feelings they fear nobody would understand. I enjoy working with people who desire not just new insights into their mind, but also a new way of experiencing themselves and others.
My clients are sophisticated, insightful, and curious about themselves and others. Yet they may have found themselves feeling chronically depressed, anxious, or lost in life, and they might struggle with long-term patterns in their lives and relationships that they just can’t seem to change. Perhaps they have struggled with trauma or other experiences, thoughts, and feelings they fear nobody would understand. I enjoy working with people who desire not just new insights into their mind, but also a new way of experiencing themselves and others.
Theresa Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Searching for a therapist is a vulnerable decision. Often, we don’t know what causes feelings of anxiety, sadness, anger, & disconnection from our lives & our loved ones. My therapeutic style is grounded in process-based therapy, with a focus on creating an emotionally safe environment to decrease internal shame & explore life concerns & struggles. I assist with identifying maladaptive patterns & internal strengths to sustain meaningful change. Each person’s experience is unique & includes nuances that deserve great emotional care, collaboration, & respect.
Searching for a therapist is a vulnerable decision. Often, we don’t know what causes feelings of anxiety, sadness, anger, & disconnection from our lives & our loved ones. My therapeutic style is grounded in process-based therapy, with a focus on creating an emotionally safe environment to decrease internal shame & explore life concerns & struggles. I assist with identifying maladaptive patterns & internal strengths to sustain meaningful change. Each person’s experience is unique & includes nuances that deserve great emotional care, collaboration, & respect.
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Sandra Perrotta-Lutcher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Interested in short-term, solution-focused therapy that will enhance a positive state of mind and increase emotional and spiritual growth, health and well-being? If so, call me. You can develop the self awareness necessary to have a more peaceful and joyful life. I will guide you through this process with the use of positive interventions that will allow for optimal health, resilience and stress reduction. Clients report that, through my insight, guidance and humor, they are leading happier, more enriching lives. I offer a non-judgmental, safe, interactive and, of course, confidential environment. Call for a consultation.
Interested in short-term, solution-focused therapy that will enhance a positive state of mind and increase emotional and spiritual growth, health and well-being? If so, call me. You can develop the self awareness necessary to have a more peaceful and joyful life. I will guide you through this process with the use of positive interventions that will allow for optimal health, resilience and stress reduction. Clients report that, through my insight, guidance and humor, they are leading happier, more enriching lives. I offer a non-judgmental, safe, interactive and, of course, confidential environment. Call for a consultation.
Cyla Fisk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
I’m passionate about helping women transform their lives. Supporting them on their path to growth and healing. Being a woman in today’s modern world is hard. There’s pressure to have a healthy relationship, successful career, to be a good parent, and to be physically and emotionally healthy. High expectations of us take a toll on our minds and our bodies. Many women I work with talk about losing themselves and feeling frustratingly stuck. You want to feel grounded and confident. You need time to look inward and heal. You’re ready to develop a pathway forward, one where you feel hopeful and in control. You're in the right place.
I’m passionate about helping women transform their lives. Supporting them on their path to growth and healing. Being a woman in today’s modern world is hard. There’s pressure to have a healthy relationship, successful career, to be a good parent, and to be physically and emotionally healthy. High expectations of us take a toll on our minds and our bodies. Many women I work with talk about losing themselves and feeling frustratingly stuck. You want to feel grounded and confident. You need time to look inward and heal. You’re ready to develop a pathway forward, one where you feel hopeful and in control. You're in the right place.
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Shir Shanun
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Arcadia, CA 91007
Also trauma, rape, abuse and sexual abuse, domestic violence, harm to self and others.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new understanding and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More about me at https://www.Shir Shanun psyd.com
Also trauma, rape, abuse and sexual abuse, domestic violence, harm to self and others.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new understanding and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More about me at https://www.Shir Shanun psyd.com
Soultenders, Inc.
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, MFTI
Not Verified Not Verified
Arcadia, CA 91006
The licensed providers in our network can help with: Adolescents , Anxiety , Child , Codependency , Depression , Divorce , Domestic Violence , Family Conflict , Infidelity , Marital and Premarital Parenting Pregnancy , Prenatal , Postpartum , Self Esteem , Sexual Abuse , Stress , Trauma , and PTSD , EMDR, and many more.
The licensed providers in our network can help with: Adolescents , Anxiety , Child , Codependency , Depression , Divorce , Domestic Violence , Family Conflict , Infidelity , Marital and Premarital Parenting Pregnancy , Prenatal , Postpartum , Self Esteem , Sexual Abuse , Stress , Trauma , and PTSD , EMDR, and many more.
Micaela Flores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91107
My specialties include sexual abuse, childhood trauma, marriage crisis, relational problems, life transitions, children, trauma treatment, crisis intervention, grief and loss, blended families, adoption and foster care, and parenting issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have worked with individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families. I believe that through collaborative work together, there is hope for changing behaviors, beliefs, and conflicts that are impeding you from having the quality of life you desire. I strive to provide an environment that is nurturing, open, and safe for you to process and grow, improving your life and level of functioning.
My specialties include sexual abuse, childhood trauma, marriage crisis, relational problems, life transitions, children, trauma treatment, crisis intervention, grief and loss, blended families, adoption and foster care, and parenting issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have worked with individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families. I believe that through collaborative work together, there is hope for changing behaviors, beliefs, and conflicts that are impeding you from having the quality of life you desire. I strive to provide an environment that is nurturing, open, and safe for you to process and grow, improving your life and level of functioning.
Dawn Hedwall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arcadia, CA 91006
Sometimes we find it hard to understand what is going on inside our heart and head. Perhaps we have a vague idea but we can't find the words to adequately express what we are feeling. Therapy offers us the opportunity to put language to our experience and increase our self awareness. Personal and relational transformation depend on that self awareness. I strive to create a safe place for you to journey inward without judgment; so that you may feel respected, secure and understood. To be invited into the depths of another person's soul is always a privilege. It is an honor for me to take this journey with you.
Sometimes we find it hard to understand what is going on inside our heart and head. Perhaps we have a vague idea but we can't find the words to adequately express what we are feeling. Therapy offers us the opportunity to put language to our experience and increase our self awareness. Personal and relational transformation depend on that self awareness. I strive to create a safe place for you to journey inward without judgment; so that you may feel respected, secure and understood. To be invited into the depths of another person's soul is always a privilege. It is an honor for me to take this journey with you.
Tobi Nishikawa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arcadia, CA 91006
Waitlist for new clients
Aloha! I consider it an immense privilege to come alongside my clients to support them towards achieving their self-determined goals. Specializing in trauma, I am a holistic practitioner who incorporates multi-faceted approaches in a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment. I have extensive experience working with marginalized populations and therefore, am able to consider the complexities of ethnicity, culture, societal systems and gender identity in my therapeutic work.
Aloha! I consider it an immense privilege to come alongside my clients to support them towards achieving their self-determined goals. Specializing in trauma, I am a holistic practitioner who incorporates multi-faceted approaches in a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment. I have extensive experience working with marginalized populations and therefore, am able to consider the complexities of ethnicity, culture, societal systems and gender identity in my therapeutic work.
Believe Psychology Group, Inc.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91107
Are you seeking Healing, Personal Growth & Empowerment? Are you a teen or young adult (age 18-35). This period in your life has the potential to be filled with the best memories of youth and freedom but are often weighed down by anxiety and feelings of sadness. Have you experienced difficulties in being a student, an early career professional, a new parent/spouse or an artist (actor, musician or creative soul)? Now is the time to move past your past, embrace your present and design your future. Learn how to develop emotional safety, remove creative blocks, recapture your purpose and focus, and improve your performance skills.
Are you seeking Healing, Personal Growth & Empowerment? Are you a teen or young adult (age 18-35). This period in your life has the potential to be filled with the best memories of youth and freedom but are often weighed down by anxiety and feelings of sadness. Have you experienced difficulties in being a student, an early career professional, a new parent/spouse or an artist (actor, musician or creative soul)? Now is the time to move past your past, embrace your present and design your future. Learn how to develop emotional safety, remove creative blocks, recapture your purpose and focus, and improve your performance skills.
Andrea Galeana
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91107 (Online Only)
My clients would describe me as genuine, caring, and accepting. I work with clients who have experienced trauma, micro-aggression and several messages from others and even from themselves to "get over it" or "get it together." My clients face challenges in finding fulfillment in their life and connecting with the world around them in a meaningful way. They are desiring a life in which they are able to fully embrace joy in the daily things and in their relationships. They want to be able to feel all their feelings without judgment and stress.
My clients would describe me as genuine, caring, and accepting. I work with clients who have experienced trauma, micro-aggression and several messages from others and even from themselves to "get over it" or "get it together." My clients face challenges in finding fulfillment in their life and connecting with the world around them in a meaningful way. They are desiring a life in which they are able to fully embrace joy in the daily things and in their relationships. They want to be able to feel all their feelings without judgment and stress.
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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.