Therapists in Pasadena, CA
Lukas Jaeggi
Psychologist, PhD, MA, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91106
Reach out now, I have some valued in-person appointments available. I understand that healing takes courage, and requires trust in the person from whom you are seeking help. I value integrity, wisdom, creativity, and empathic connection. My approach is strengths-based, collaborative and empowering. I enjoy helping you make sense of your past experience, live fully in the present moment, and dream about the future.
Reach out now, I have some valued in-person appointments available. I understand that healing takes courage, and requires trust in the person from whom you are seeking help. I value integrity, wisdom, creativity, and empathic connection. My approach is strengths-based, collaborative and empowering. I enjoy helping you make sense of your past experience, live fully in the present moment, and dream about the future.
Biljana Bujko
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Finding the right therapist from a website is difficult, which is why I offer phone or in-person consultations. It takes courage to address challenges such as relationships, personal problems, or general unhappiness. Your success in treatment will depend on your readiness to open up and my authentic presence that will help create a safe space for you. Together we will work on identifying, experiencing and expanding your capacity to tolerate all ranges of feelings. You will become more conscious of your limiting patterns while developing healthy ones as your sense of a genuine and stronger self emerges.
Finding the right therapist from a website is difficult, which is why I offer phone or in-person consultations. It takes courage to address challenges such as relationships, personal problems, or general unhappiness. Your success in treatment will depend on your readiness to open up and my authentic presence that will help create a safe space for you. Together we will work on identifying, experiencing and expanding your capacity to tolerate all ranges of feelings. You will become more conscious of your limiting patterns while developing healthy ones as your sense of a genuine and stronger self emerges.
Jenenne R Macklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91104 (Online Only)
Is life harder than it used to be? Is it time to make a big decision? Tired of taking care of others & feeling unappreciated. Lacking the quality love you desire. Maybe life has you nervous about what to do next, second-guessing. Your work balance is out of balance. Yet you carry it all within struggling with your hurts and desire for happiness. You long for a safe space to be heard, and discover solutions to feel more fulfilled/happy. What if your inner chatter could support you while your worry disappeared? What if you could feel seen for your value, not just heard but understood? What if you truly could feel happiness?
Is life harder than it used to be? Is it time to make a big decision? Tired of taking care of others & feeling unappreciated. Lacking the quality love you desire. Maybe life has you nervous about what to do next, second-guessing. Your work balance is out of balance. Yet you carry it all within struggling with your hurts and desire for happiness. You long for a safe space to be heard, and discover solutions to feel more fulfilled/happy. What if your inner chatter could support you while your worry disappeared? What if you could feel seen for your value, not just heard but understood? What if you truly could feel happiness?
Tom Badzey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
If you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety, sadness or relationship problems, I'm here to help. I offer a calm, safe and collaborative therapeutic experience to assist you in finding real solutions that you can start using now. I can help you better understand the challenges you face, while working with you to identify and implement resources and proven methods that you can start using to move your life and relationships in positive directions.
If you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety, sadness or relationship problems, I'm here to help. I offer a calm, safe and collaborative therapeutic experience to assist you in finding real solutions that you can start using now. I can help you better understand the challenges you face, while working with you to identify and implement resources and proven methods that you can start using to move your life and relationships in positive directions.
Adriana Valdez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
Often, individuals enter therapy feeling overwhelmed by various stressors in their lives. These stressors can manifest in different forms, such as life transitions (work, school, loss, relocation), challenges in relationships, parenting, dealing with a loved one's illness or disability, financial strain, exposure to community violence, housing issues, & more. Many individuals may not initially realize the profound impact these stressors can have on their overall health. Therapy provides a safe & confidential space for self-discovery, reflection, and the development of coping strategies to navigate life's challenges.
Often, individuals enter therapy feeling overwhelmed by various stressors in their lives. These stressors can manifest in different forms, such as life transitions (work, school, loss, relocation), challenges in relationships, parenting, dealing with a loved one's illness or disability, financial strain, exposure to community violence, housing issues, & more. Many individuals may not initially realize the profound impact these stressors can have on their overall health. Therapy provides a safe & confidential space for self-discovery, reflection, and the development of coping strategies to navigate life's challenges.
Helen J. Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91106 (Online Only)
I believe the journey to healing starts with being fully known and accepted for who we are. I create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to feel invited, understood, and cared for. I help you increase your awareness and make connections to what has shaped you in the past, who you are today, and who you strive to be. My therapeutic approach is individualized and culturally sensitive, based on what you may need and the unique stories you bring. I have a deep heart and passion in working with individuals navigating through grief & loss, trauma, relationship challenges, and career exploration.
I believe the journey to healing starts with being fully known and accepted for who we are. I create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to feel invited, understood, and cared for. I help you increase your awareness and make connections to what has shaped you in the past, who you are today, and who you strive to be. My therapeutic approach is individualized and culturally sensitive, based on what you may need and the unique stories you bring. I have a deep heart and passion in working with individuals navigating through grief & loss, trauma, relationship challenges, and career exploration.
Gustine Fudickar
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Maybe you feel alone and unable to connect with others. Maybe you find yourself struggling with feelings of overwhelming fear and anxiety. Maybe you are experiencing thoughts and emotions that are difficult to share with friends or family. Often, the initial reason people come into therapy becomes the medium through which deeper spiritual, emotional, or existential deadlocks make themselves known.
Maybe you feel alone and unable to connect with others. Maybe you find yourself struggling with feelings of overwhelming fear and anxiety. Maybe you are experiencing thoughts and emotions that are difficult to share with friends or family. Often, the initial reason people come into therapy becomes the medium through which deeper spiritual, emotional, or existential deadlocks make themselves known.
Melissa Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Melissa strongly believes in a multi-disciplinary, holistic approach to patient care. She is dedicated to creating a safe and judgment-free environment, as well as helping individuals find peace and heal their inner child and past traumas. She is available for couples, family, and individual therapy.
Melissa strongly believes in a multi-disciplinary, holistic approach to patient care. She is dedicated to creating a safe and judgment-free environment, as well as helping individuals find peace and heal their inner child and past traumas. She is available for couples, family, and individual therapy.
Dr. Heather McMillen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105
Living a successful creative life is possible. Are you an artist, writer, musician, academic, or entrepreneur struggling to realize the life you desire? Are you self-critical? Have you noticed problematic patterns in relationships? Are you anxious, depressed, overworked, overwhelmed, and beginning to wonder if you'll ever feel better? Are there symptoms you suspect are related to unresolved trauma, and you're ready for release? As a holistic psychodynamic and somatic therapist, I welcome you. My experience is that our needs will best be met by a skilled and imaginative therapist who attends to mind and body, psyche and soma.
Living a successful creative life is possible. Are you an artist, writer, musician, academic, or entrepreneur struggling to realize the life you desire? Are you self-critical? Have you noticed problematic patterns in relationships? Are you anxious, depressed, overworked, overwhelmed, and beginning to wonder if you'll ever feel better? Are there symptoms you suspect are related to unresolved trauma, and you're ready for release? As a holistic psychodynamic and somatic therapist, I welcome you. My experience is that our needs will best be met by a skilled and imaginative therapist who attends to mind and body, psyche and soma.
Cristina Magalhaes
Psychologist, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91106
Stress and anxiety can drain emotional and physical energy, making even the smallest life obstacles seem impossible to overcome. When we are anxious or stressed, we have trouble sleeping, feel exhausted from worrying, and have difficulty concentrating and making decisions. Anxiety and stress can also make people socially avoidant, risk aversive, or hypervigilant, as if something catastrophic is just about to happen. If you are often worried, tense, or keyed up, or have frequent panic attacks, know that anxiety can be treated successfully.
Stress and anxiety can drain emotional and physical energy, making even the smallest life obstacles seem impossible to overcome. When we are anxious or stressed, we have trouble sleeping, feel exhausted from worrying, and have difficulty concentrating and making decisions. Anxiety and stress can also make people socially avoidant, risk aversive, or hypervigilant, as if something catastrophic is just about to happen. If you are often worried, tense, or keyed up, or have frequent panic attacks, know that anxiety can be treated successfully.
Kathleen Keogh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
Life is hard, even when it's going well. And then there are the times that it isn't going well, and we need to expand our network of care. Therapy is a helpful process in both times of life. I work to connect with you, follow your needs, support you in the growth and transformation you crave, and help you through the discomfort that change can bring. I believe in the closeness of dualities, such as trauma and resilience, crying and laughing, masculine and feminine, and seeking ways to get these dualities into a closer and more symbiotic relationship with one another.
Life is hard, even when it's going well. And then there are the times that it isn't going well, and we need to expand our network of care. Therapy is a helpful process in both times of life. I work to connect with you, follow your needs, support you in the growth and transformation you crave, and help you through the discomfort that change can bring. I believe in the closeness of dualities, such as trauma and resilience, crying and laughing, masculine and feminine, and seeking ways to get these dualities into a closer and more symbiotic relationship with one another.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, 72043
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Princess Braxton-Ford
CHT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105
Everyone can benefit from hypnosis. Whether you need to beat a habit, reduce anxiety or start performing at your best, Hypnotic Healing can help. Having studied a variety of Hypnotherapy, NLP, EFT, and Transformational Life Coaching methods, I will have you seeing major improvements in no time.
Everyone can benefit from hypnosis. Whether you need to beat a habit, reduce anxiety or start performing at your best, Hypnotic Healing can help. Having studied a variety of Hypnotherapy, NLP, EFT, and Transformational Life Coaching methods, I will have you seeing major improvements in no time.
Donald Vergara Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91107
Choosing a therapist is deeply personal and usually comes down to an unexplainable sense or feeling that it's right. Of course it's difficult to develop that sense from a web profile so I provide a free initial consultation to support a more personal and informed process of choosing a therapist. The catalyst for therapy is often a debilitating chronic anxiety or depression that "is not me", or pain in a relationship that we care deeply about, or an addiction that hurts the ones that matter most to us.
Choosing a therapist is deeply personal and usually comes down to an unexplainable sense or feeling that it's right. Of course it's difficult to develop that sense from a web profile so I provide a free initial consultation to support a more personal and informed process of choosing a therapist. The catalyst for therapy is often a debilitating chronic anxiety or depression that "is not me", or pain in a relationship that we care deeply about, or an addiction that hurts the ones that matter most to us.
Nicolaus Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CYT-200
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Waitlist for new clients
My practice focuses on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC issues relating to anxiety and depression, with an emphasis on relationships and sex. Common topics include relationship anxiety and ambivalence, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), hook-up culture, non-monogamy, kink, infidelity, and problematic sex and porn use.
My practice focuses on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC issues relating to anxiety and depression, with an emphasis on relationships and sex. Common topics include relationship anxiety and ambivalence, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), hook-up culture, non-monogamy, kink, infidelity, and problematic sex and porn use.
Miranda Kent
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
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.
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.
Yvonne Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I see adults and couples for therapy.
I see adults and couples for therapy.
Amanda Frausto
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105
If you are having difficulty regulating emotions, processing trauma, and managing mental health symptoms, I can be the clinician for you. Those seeking services for anxiety, depression, PTSD, severe and persistent mental health issues, gender/sexuality exploration, and processing trauma could be a good fit for treatment with me at Honest Insight Counseling. Your goals and needs are of the upmost importance and will be the centerpiece of treatment.
If you are having difficulty regulating emotions, processing trauma, and managing mental health symptoms, I can be the clinician for you. Those seeking services for anxiety, depression, PTSD, severe and persistent mental health issues, gender/sexuality exploration, and processing trauma could be a good fit for treatment with me at Honest Insight Counseling. Your goals and needs are of the upmost importance and will be the centerpiece of treatment.
Janis Reid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
Everyone has challenging times and pain in their life they want to move past. Many need someone to accompany them to move through these times. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is key to helping people overcome trauma, grief, and disappointments to move toward the goals you want in your life. I have over 25 years of experience with children, youth and families who have experienced trauma, conflict, behavioral challenges, and life transitions including moving toward independence, exploring sexuality, and managing disabilities. I have seen the healing and growth that happen. Give yourself the chance.
Everyone has challenging times and pain in their life they want to move past. Many need someone to accompany them to move through these times. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is key to helping people overcome trauma, grief, and disappointments to move toward the goals you want in your life. I have over 25 years of experience with children, youth and families who have experienced trauma, conflict, behavioral challenges, and life transitions including moving toward independence, exploring sexuality, and managing disabilities. I have seen the healing and growth that happen. Give yourself the chance.
Daishea Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
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Number of Therapists in Pasadena, CA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Pasadena, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Self Esteem |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Grief |
65% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
66% | Aetna |
55% | Cigna and Evernorth |
52% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Pasadena, CA see their clients
67% | In Person and Online | |
33% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Pasadena?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.