Family Systems Therapists in Pasadena, CA

Please, call me JJ. Let's find ways to create stability in your relationships. I have completed the Level 3 Practicum Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and specialize in working with couples to rebuild the bridges of communication. I am able to work with infidelity and trauma that may have occurred in relationships. When working with individuals I can help you discover the tools you need to work through life's challenges. I believe there is a way to heal trauma, both past and present, through building a strong trusting therapeutic relationship.

Are you feeling sad, worried, stuck, or unlike yourself lately? Have you lost a loved one, are you grieving the end of a significant relationship, or feel your dreams are out of reach? If so, I want to praise you for taking this first step in seeking support. I know the healing process can be complex, but you do not have to do it alone. I would be honored to join you in your healing journey to help you gain insight and awareness into your current circumstances so that you can experience the reward of emotional wellness and positive growth. Healing can be challenging, but it is definitely worth the journey!

Jessica Richards, MS, MSW, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in providing therapeutic services to young children and families. She is endorsed in CA as an Infant-Family and Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist. Jessica uses relationship and brain-based modalities for comprehensive treatment. Jessica has been trained in Child-Parent psychotherapy, a relationship and play-based therapy with a strong evidence-based foundation for the treatment of trauma and family stressors. Additionally, Jessica uses the Neurorelational Framework (Lillas, 2009) for an integrated approach. Her specialized Dual-Masters education provides an advanced foundation in applied child development.

Are you feeling lonely, hurt, or hopeless in your relationship? Do you and your partner live like roommates? Are you having the same fights over and over? Or are you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed by your physical and emotional challenges and changes? Are you uncertain or scared about what the future holds? I can help you restore health and peace in your relationships, your work, and your sense of self.

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.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been in practice for over 20 years. The foundation of my work is the firm belief that we are wired to connect with others. When we fail to do so in some aspects of our lives, we become depressed and anxious and feel alone. My goal is to help you have healthy connections with others. People who have found my work helpful include couples dealing with relational issues, cross-cultural relationships, childhood trauma, anxiety, cultural and race issues.

The key to emotional and psychological wellness lies in the balance of action and acceptance. The role of the therapist is to provide the client with enough unconditional support and practical strategies to attain this balance and achieve their goals. Because each client is different, I employ an integrated approach. I draw from person centered therapy, attachment/psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness.

The past few years have been rough on everyone and - while things are looking up - it has taken a toll. Problems that may have been manageable before are more challenging to deal with. Relationships, careers, and families; all are suffering, Therapy can help, and I hope, if you are struggling, you will reach out and let me help.

Therapy is a space where you can safely process and discuss thoughts, issues, or questions that have been consuming your emotional health and well-being. It is your time and your space. You do not have to be in a crisis to seek therapy. While the therapeutic process can be groundbreaking and beneficial, I want clients to feel safe from harm, discrimination and aggression while acknowledging how systemic inequities play a role on one's mental health. There are many factors and complexities that intersect to make you who you are. You define who you are and how you experience the world.

I work with primarily adults, couples and adolescents. My work is to help you in meeting your potential and increasing abundance in all areas of your life. Working together in learning how to navigate thoughts, feelings and actions in difficult and non difficult times and with your relationship to everything. Helping to ultimately increase your motivation and self-worth.

I help women get unstuck! Many women promise themselves they’ll do things differently from now on - but find themselves stuck in the same spot six months later. You don’t have to stay stuck or keep relying on unhealthy coping mechanisms to help you get through. Life’s too short to let your past keep disrupting your future. Choose yourself again. Stop feeling stuck. Live with confidence. In working with me you will become less reactive and triggered in your daily life; and feel more empowered and confident. Through our time together I will help you find happiness and peace, gain clarity, and get back on the right path for YOU.

Recognizing that the challenges in our daily lives are complex, I offer individuals and families an array of services to address their unique needs. I offer a compassionate, soft, empathic and individually tailored therapeutic approach when working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. My mission is to provide a safe environment in order to achieve the most optimal results. I strive to help each individual/s to cultivate and expand a deep sense of meaning and resiliency in their personal journey.

Do you tend to overthink & feel preoccupied with worry? Have days when you feel emotionally exhausted or lack energy to follow through? Do you feel disconnected from your body? You might be interested in learning how therapy & yoga work together to bring relief from your daily stressors. Talk therapy is useful to bring awareness and make meaningful connections between the past the present. Yoga is an embodied approach allowing you to discover more about how stress impacts your body. When combined together, you can learn skills to help take control of your thoughts & experience a sense of calm in your mind & body.

Are you looking for a creative, collaborative, and holistic approach to navigating life's challenges? My clients are soulful, deeply committed individuals seeking to break through old patterns, increase vitality, and create more meaning and purpose in their lives. The journey is one of courage, vulnerability, authenticity and accountability in all areas of one's life. The very fact that you are here has already initiated your journey to healing. I view my role as a psychotherapist not as expert, but rather as a guide to support you on your journey of self-discovery, inner work, reflection, transformation and growth.

Recently the world as we knew it was turned upside down. With the onset of Covid-19 and a "Safer at Home" order as well as school closures, parents are under more stress and pressure than ever. I am currently providing individual therapy and parent coaching via our secure video platform. If you find yourself having difficulty managing your frustration and/or anxiety, or feeling the enormous pressure of home schooling your children while keeping up with the other demands in your life (i.e. work, home responsibilities) do not hesitate to reach out. You do not have to figure this out alone.

Living in survival mode can be a constant struggle. Considering whether to begin or continue your therapy journey is a step in which you should feel proud. As an associate psychotherapist, I serve individuals, couples, and families. My clients may be enduring the effects of long-term and short-term traumas, depressive and anxiety-related disorders, grief and loss, living with stress, chronic pain, childhood abuse (neglect, physical, sexual, emotional, smothering), personality disorders, relational problems, low self-worth, coping issues, codependency, abusive relationships, sexually related concerns, and general avoidance.

Welcome. I work with adults and teens looking for Christ-centered professional therapy. Being Christian doesn't make us immune to suffering and you're not alone in your struggles. We live in a fallen world. Family issues, trauma, suffering, depression, anxiety and extreme anger are very real challenges that any of us can face from time to time. I work with people who are tired of the way things have been going in their life, and are wanting to see change as quickly as possible.

Hi I’m Julie and I’m here if you want to talk. I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist that offers approachable mental health services. I offer a casual approach for those that might be a bit intimidated by the process of starting therapy. I work with children, adolescents/teens and adults who may need a little extra support navigating social relationships, building self-esteem, navigating stress or mood changes, or who may be having trouble balancing the demands of school, work, and/or relationships. I'm also a Neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ experienced provider. I can provide a Superbill to submit for insurance reimbursement.

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.