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Seeking therapy in Pasadena? Explore Headway's 8,410 licensed providers across your community, including Altadena, South Pasadena, and La Cañada Flintridge neighborhoods. We offer flexible virtual and in-person sessions covered by major insurance plans, with many clients saving up to 75% on care costs.

David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adena Sarkian

Adena Sarkian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I believe healing begins when we acknowledge all the parts of who we are: the dutiful part, the exhausted part, the part that carries shame, and the part that was never given permission to grieve.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Meng-Ning Cheng

Meng-Ning Cheng

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach connects deep self-discovery with real body healing. We will explore your inner world to uncover the root causes of your struggles rather than just managing symptoms.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sam Alibrando

Dr. Sam Alibrando

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I strongly believes in a process of "collaborative healing" where the client and the professional team-up to bring about a therapeutic and growing process together.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Dosh

Carly Dosh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“We all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us, but instead walk along side us, holding hope and strength until we can hold it ourselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Whelan

Scott Whelan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I am passionate about working with creative professionals, highly sensitive & neurodivergent people navigating identity issues, trauma, anxiety, self doubt and burn out.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christianne Cardriche

Christianne Cardriche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Clients often tell me they feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe in meeting you where you are, walking with you at your own pace, and honoring your unique story.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Galloway

Megan Galloway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed, recognizing that our past experiences, relationships, and nervous system all play a role in how we feel today.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lucy Guadagnuolo

Lucy Guadagnuolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative and person-centered, recognizing that you are the expert in your own story.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • 2.1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I lean on psychodynamic, attachment, trauma-informed, and mind-body theoretical orientations as my framework, and borrow interventions from a variety of therapies tailored to my clients, including ACT, CBT, somatic therapy, EFT, and others.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Carter

Katherine Carter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“For over two decades, I have enjoyed helping people work through relational challenges, anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and spiritual issues so they can find their joy in life again!”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonna Tamases

Jonna Tamases

Therapist

In-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I support you in working through past events, discovering your true self, and learning new skills to empower you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roger Nolan

Dr. Roger Nolan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • San Marino, CA


“My basic philosophy about therapy is that it's not so much about getting rid of something than it is about seeing it with new eyes.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raymond Morton

Raymond Morton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.4 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


“My approach to therapy is to get to know my clients very well and then to help them get to know themselves very well: to help them determine what they truly want -- not what they think they should want -- for their lives, for their relationships,...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Teru Kanazawa

Teru Kanazawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


“I work as a collaborator with you in an honest, truthful and transparent process to achieving the best you can be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lakana Nicolas

Lakana Nicolas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s more difficult and complex experiences. I specialize in supporting patients in understanding how past experiences impact present-day challenges, so they can move toward a more fulfilling, authentic, and connected life.

Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chiwon Zdanovich

Chiwon Zdanovich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“I value guiding and empowering clients to dive deep into their experiences to gain insights that target and heal problems at their root to gain relief.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. John W. Carter

Dr. John W. Carter

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I am a recently licensed counseling psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychotherapy, assessment, and psychology research. I have provided individual, couples, and group therapy at the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center (now LGBT Center), the Los Angeles VA, the Boston VA, and Enki Health Services. I have enjoyed training and supervising student therapists at the University of West Georgia and the University of Redlands. I also teach psychology at UCLA Extension. In general, I am curious about the the human mind and I am dedicated to help others who are struggling.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Portillo

Andrea Portillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Pasadena, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with a passion for walking alongside my clients toward a more fulfilling life. I graduated from Azusa Pacific University with my Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I use various modalities such as CBT, REBT, Person-Centered, or a combination of approaches and techniques while working with my clients. I can also provide services in Spanish and offer Christian spiritual integration upon request.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stan Rushing

Stan Rushing

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Stan's goal is to build upon current strengths to assist clients in the healing and growth processes.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Angelica Cano

Angelica Cano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Alhambra, CA


My name is Angelica Cano I am a licensed mental health therapist, LCSW, with over 6 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. My goal with each of my clients is to create a welcoming environment where they can begin their own healing journey. I believe each person can create positive changes for themselves through education, community, support and encouragement. As a first-generation Mexican American college graduate, I am passionate about helping the Latin-o/a/x community across every challenge life brings.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ahila Muthaiya

Ahila Muthaiya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“She emphasizes that there are many other approaches that can be taken before resorting to medication adjustments.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jonathan Klein

Jonathan Klein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles and love this work. I came to therapy through an unconventional path — nearly a decade in film and photography, work as a youth counselor, and service in the military — all of which deeply shaped how I understand people and their stories.

I earned my master's degree from Pacifica Graduate Institute, where I focused on psychodynamic and depth-oriented approaches. My thesis centered on ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, a specialty I've continued developing through advanced trainings I've completed.

I work with individuals, couples, adolescents & families across a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I have a particular love for working with creative professionals, veterans and young adults. I'm LGBTQ+ affirmative and love working with folks from the queer community.

My practice spans traditional talk therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) — including psychedelic integration support for those processing experiences outside of our work together. I see clients in person in Atwater Village in Northeast LA, and virtually throughout California.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shih-Yung (Celeste) Lee

Shih-Yung (Celeste) Lee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • Arcadia, CA


“As a first-generation immigrant and a parent of two high-achievement US-born adult children, I have a special affection and rapport with children, teens, and parents...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Celeste Gallegos Vazquez

Celeste Gallegos Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Alhambra, CA


“My practice is grounded in compassion and strengths-based principles, and I firmly believe in the power of community and connection as pathways to healing and personal growth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Mansour

Sally Mansour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • La Cañada Flintridge, CA


“I use a strengths based approach to empower you to process negative thoughts and emotions, and tap into internal and external resources to maximize coping and thriving.”
Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristy Thom

Cristy Thom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • La Cañada Flintridge, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel understood and empowered.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michelle Vogel

Michelle Vogel

Therapist

In-person • 3.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I enjoy it when clients say, "I've never thought of it that way". Clients can expect to find a more precise and simpler understanding of themselves...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Graies

Dr. Nancy Graies

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Glendale, CA


“I speak Arabic and English, and I'm passionate about supporting people through life's challenges with a compassionate, flexible approach tailored to your needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Glendale, CA


“I take an inquisitive approach to therapy where we explore patterns and challenges while also encouraging my patients to take meaningful steps towards the goals they set for themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lucinda Guarino

Lucinda Guarino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My overarching purpose is to see others mentally and emotionally empowered and prepared with tools that promote successful career and personal development.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Amy Jordan

Amy Jordan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Glendale, CA


“My approach is very relaxed and non-judgemental. I truly believe that each person holds the keys to unlock their own wisdom...”
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Artin Baghramian

Artin Baghramian

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


My name is Artin Baghramian and I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Atwater Village.

My training has taken me across a wide range of settings; a college campus, a community mental health clinic, an older adult clinic, and a forensic environment. I have also completed advanced postgraduate training in psychodynamic psychotherapy. Working across these contexts has shaped my ability to sit with people from all walks of life, whatever they are carrying.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lory Khoudikian

Lory Khoudikian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • Glendale, CA


Hi there! I'm Lory Khoudikian. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 5 years of experience helping individuals, children, and families transform their lives. I earned my Bachelor's degree at University of California, Santa Barbara, with a minor in Applied Psychology. And then went on to receive my Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University.

I have a passion for helping individuals heal from traumatic pain as well as nurture healing in children/families.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Joe Vivo

Dr. Joe Vivo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Arcadia, CA


I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families to promote growth and change. With over 25 years of experience in youth mental health and 11 years as a licensed psychologist, I support clients dealing with issues at home and school settings, disturbances in mood such as anxiety, depression, or anger, attention problems, behavior/conduct problems, family conflict, and autism.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amanda Welby

Amanda Welby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I will be curious to understand your struggles and your strengths. I will be present and focused on the goals you want to achieve.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Monrovia, CA


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea James

Andrea James

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Montrose, CA


My expertise is in child and adolescent anxiety reduction, OCD, autism and ADHD. My goal is to provide education to kids and their parents about anxiety and related and co-occurring conditions. I also frequently treat phobias, separation anxiety, emotion regulation issues, school refusal, learning disabilities, trauma, giftedness and 2e.

I am also experienced in helping adults and children navigate issues related to divorce including coparenting, custody planning, divorce navigation from considering separation (discernment) through divorce mediation/proceedings to post judgment. I also have expertise in helping adults navigate post separation abuse, domestic violence and coercive control.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Pasadena, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Pasadena, CA
There are over 146 therapists in Pasadena, CA accepting new patients.
146+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Relationship issues
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 82%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 49%Cigna
  • 49%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 16%Spanish
  • 3%Armenian
  • 3%Farsi
  • 2%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 66%Woman
  • 32%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 3%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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Pasadena has local therapy options, but availability can vary by neighborhood, schedule, and care format. If nearby in-person appointments are limited, virtual therapy with a California-licensed therapist can expand your options while keeping care accessible from home. You can narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, specialties, and what to expect in sessions.

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