Zena Rice-Sarantis

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT (she, her)

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3 Endorsed

Pasadena, CA 91101

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You’re overwhelmed, burned out, and stuck in the same patterns — in your relationships, your emotions, or the way you talk to yourself. Maybe you’re in your early 20s, trying to build confidence, figure out who you are, or unlearn the roles you’ve always played. You’re self-aware but exhausted. You want things to feel different, even if you don’t know what that looks like yet. Together, we’ll explore what’s underneath the anxiety, perfectionism, or self-doubt — and help you move forward with more clarity, honesty, and self-trust.

I work with teens and twenty-somethings navigating anxiety, low self-worth, perfectionism, identity, and relationship dynamics. My approach is warm, direct, playful, and collaborative — rooted in relational, psychodynamic, CBT, and somatic frameworks that help you actually understand yourself (and shift what’s not working).

You don’t have to explain yourself perfectly or know exactly what you need. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, shut down, stuck, or just... done — we can start there. I’ll meet you where you are. Reach out if you’re curious or want to set up a free consult.

Call or Email Zena Rice-Sarantis now for a free 15 minute consultation - (818) 748-2707

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Pasadena, CA 91101

(818) 748-2707

Currently accepting new clients! I offer Virtual and In- Person therapy for teens & young adults in CA. Weekday & Weekend availability.

I specialize in Women's Issues, Self Esteem and Anxiety

$180 Per Session

Let's Connect (818) 748-2707

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Pasadena, CA 91101

(818) 748-2707

Currently accepting new clients! I offer Virtual and In- Person therapy for teens & young adults in CA. Weekday & Weekend availability.

I specialize in Women's Issues, Self Esteem and Anxiety

$180 Per Session

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $180
Couple Sessions $200
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Visa

I am an out of network provider, but I can provide a superbill for my clients and help with the reimbursement process.

Zena Rice-Sarantis

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 748-2707

I am an out of network provider, but I can provide a superbill for my clients and help with the reimbursement process.

Zena Rice-Sarantis

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 748-2707

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 188447 Supervised by Laudan Kermani Gish (California / 81666) Zena Rice-Sarantis

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Antioch University of Los Angeles, M.A. Clinical Psychology

I have worked in all levels of care from community mental health centers to PHP, and Residential treatment for adults struggling with Eating Disorders. I also work with teens and their families in a residential treatment setting.

Zena Rice-Sarantis

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 748-2707

Zena Rice-Sarantis

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 748-2707

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Women's Issues
Self Esteem
Anxiety

Expertise

ADHD
Attachment Wounds
Body Positivity
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self-Harming
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD

Zena Rice-Sarantis

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (818) 748-2707

Zena Rice-Sarantis

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (818) 748-2707

3 Endorsements

Laura Chiara Schierholz

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Zena has been an incredible guide and resource regarding maladaptive eating patterns. While she will teach you how to set healthy boundaries, and challenge your own patterns, she presents with an incredibly warm attitude. Hint: ask for book recs!