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Top couples therapists in Pasadena, CA

Strengthen your relationship with evidence-based couples therapy in Pasadena. Headway connects you with 2,669 licensed providers trained in approaches like the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help navigate communication challenges, conflict resolution, and intimacy concerns. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and next-day availability.

Ronnae Beech

Ronnae Beech

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with a lot of people on the spectrum, with depression, with anxiety, with OCD— as I'm able to relate and guide from my own experiences.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Rodriguez

Kimberly Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using basic EMDR and a compassionate, down-to-earth style, I help clients process pain and build tools for more balance and meaningful connection in their lives and relationships.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Ramesh

Jessica Ramesh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help individuals, couples, and families heal and grow through a supportive, culturally responsive approach.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Fajardo

Diana Fajardo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My philosophy is: we are shaped by our thoughts, emotions and behaviors therefore with time and effort change is always possible.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindy Johnson

Lindy Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in Attachment Theory and childhood trauma experiences that inform the way we experience the world around us.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audrey Karitani

Audrey Karitani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to learn what is important to you and help guide you through any challenges you may have that are preventing you from living authentically and without fear.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Manoj Kumar Sharma

Manoj Kumar Sharma

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Maria, CA


I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Santa Barbara, California. My practice blends both psychological approach as well as eastern wisdom. With a diverse background of professional and life experiences, I bring empathy, warmth, and a solution-focused mindset to my clients. My goal is to help clients alleviate suffering, boost their productivitiy, and enhance well-being.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shabina Skiles

Shabina Skiles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you move out of survival mode and into a place where you feel more grounded, more clear, and more like yourself again.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carolyn Resner

Dr. Carolyn Resner

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“In therapy, I offer a compassionate and collaborative space to slow down, reflect on your experience, and build both insight and practical coping tools.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Williams

Joseph Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience in mental health and have developed a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Zachary Arnold

Zachary Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a person-centered lens, meaning I see you as the expert of your life and view our therapeutic relationship as a key part of the healing process.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisette Montanez

Dr. Lisette Montanez

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I'm a direct therapist, which means I'll share what I'm noticing and offer interpretations, but always in a way that feels collaborative, not overwhelming.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalie Ragus

Natalie Ragus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help you navigate the challenges you're facing and build the life you want.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Steineckert

Ashley Steineckert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest about what's hard, confusing, or painful — and also when they feel challenged in thoughtful and compassionate ways.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sonia Gomez

Sonia Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been working with Teens and young adults for about 5 years who are mostly dealing with Anxiety and Depression.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kirsty Kenny

Kirsty Kenny

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have vast experience with a wide variety of clients. My professional history includes children living in abusive environments, teenagers who are struggling to access their education due to mental health concerns, families navigating dysfunction and adults dealing with a variety of life difficulties.

I currently work, primarily, in corrections with inmates struggling to adjust to the custody environment. I offer crisis intervention in addition to ongoing support.

I approach the therapeutic space with compassion and openness. I meet my clients right where they are emotionally and in their healing journey.

Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nidia Canello

Nidia Canello

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide culturally responsive, bilingual (English/Spanish) care informed by 17 years of experience working with foster care and complex trauma.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Keith Nesbitt

Keith Nesbitt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been a crisis clinician much of that time helping ease the pain in the most acute psychiatric situations.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Shabnam Kassai

Dr. Shabnam Kassai

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Courage does not always roar. Sometimes courage is being vulnerable and choosing hope in spite of your pain.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Zapata

Christina Zapata

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sebastopol, CA


Hola, Soy Christina Zapata, mi pronombre es ella. Hello, I'm Christina Zapata, my pronouns are she and her. I am bilingual (English/Spanish), bi-and pan cultural. My professional training is in clinical social work. I started out in depth-oriented psychotherapy in 2012, moved to family work with foster and adoptive families in the middle part of my career and have returned to psychodynamic, systems-oriented psychotherapy with individuals and families since 2017. I have experience working with Transgender individuals, those in current or former relationships where intimate partner violence is present, foster and adopted youth, and Spanish speaking political and economic refugees and immigrants. I am trained in EMDR. I have undertaken a three year grief training to help people stay connected to, sit with and move through pain. More recently, I am adding to my practice work around supporting individuals who are experiencing stress and confusion in their workplace.

Relationship issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arthur Kleinberg

Arthur Kleinberg

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Albany, CA


“The work of joining a person in articulating, understanding, and organizing their experience is a wonderful thing.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Nicholas Green

Nicholas Green

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My goal is to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment to help you explore difficult parts of your life.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Pennington

Julie Pennington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ukiah, CA


“I support people navigating trauma, disabilities, neurodiversity, sexuality and gender non-conforming and all-around life stressors in a relaxed, nonjudgmental space.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mallory Thysell

Mallory Thysell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet each client exactly where they are in their healing journey, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Clark

April Clark

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Dublin, CA


“I am passionate about listening to YOUR story and providing specific personalized psychiatric treatments with both natural and evidence based pharmacologic options.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laurie Williamson

Laurie Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is friendly and goal-oriented. I value my clients' experiences with their families, culture, religion, and spiritual history.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Wrenn

Susan Wrenn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply attuned to your unique story. Together, we create a safe, non-judgmental space where healing, clarity, and growth become possible.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Mutiat Olawunmi

Dr. Mutiat Olawunmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that mental health support is as crucial as physical health, and that healing—whether through ADHD treatment, anxiety management, depression care, or insomnia therapy—begins with being heard, respected, and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Pamela Davis

Pamela Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


Great to meet you!

I am Pamela and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have worked with teens and adults for over 20 years. I have experience in working with clients with anxiety, depression, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I have worked at schools for over 19 years with students aged 12 and older and very much enjoy working with school-aged students.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vanessa Davis

Vanessa Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions! I am also experienced in supporting individuals facing relationship challenges, identity development, and difficulties with emotional regulation. As a Queer therapist, I'm passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ population. I am drawn to this work because I value the depth and resilience within each person’s story. My approach is grounded in attachment-based theory and informed by evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
AJ (Amberle J) Wagner

AJ (Amberle J) Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership, so I approach each session with curiosity, collaboration, and respect for your unique experiences.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Britanny Wilson

Britanny Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“With over 15 years of experience in mental health care—including my time at UCLA Neuropsychiatric Hospital—I bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to every session.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deborah Reisfeld

Deborah Reisfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“During the first session, clients be invited into a welcoming environment centered on safety and trust.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rita Balakhane

Rita Balakhane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You are meant to live a happy and fulfilling life. Life is precious and time is limited, so every moment is an opportunity to create meaning, connection, and joy.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laurie Eaton

Laurie Eaton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 28 years. I have worked in a Foster Care agency, as a Clinical Supervisor at a Children's Clinic in East LA and at a Drug, Alcohol, and Mental Health Facility. I also provided therapy for our military.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany Woodward

Brittany Woodward

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believes in the power of science and human connection to bring about transformation and change.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ramanpal Punia

Ramanpal Punia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to cultivate a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where patients feel supported, informed, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Elissa Buchman

Dr. Elissa Buchman

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I work particularly well with creative individuals whose rich inner lives are often labeled as "too intense" by a world who misunderstands them.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassidy Bradehoft-Masters

Cassidy Bradehoft-Masters

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Cassidy, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that healing starts with a warm, genuine connection. If you’ve been struggling with the weight of depression or anxiety, I’m here to walk alongside you with kindness and understanding. I love combining the 'science' of therapy with human connection, making sure you feel seen and supported while we break down the big stressors into more manageable pieces.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Howard Cohen

Howard Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach each client with an open mind and with the idea that I can help them through challenging and difficult situations with ease and kindness.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Find the right couples therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your relationship — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Pasadena

Finding couples therapists in Pasadena starts with naming what you and your partner want to work on. Couples therapy may focus on communication patterns, recurring conflict, trust after infidelity, parenting disagreements, or major life changes. Not all therapists have specific training in couples work, so it helps to look for licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) or therapists who list approaches like the Gottman Method or Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) in their profiles.

In a smaller city like Pasadena, local appointment options may be more limited than in a larger metro area, and virtual care can expand your choices. Couples also need one therapist whose schedule, format, and approach work for both partners. As you compare Pasadena therapy options, look at appointment availability, whether a brief initial consultation is offered, and how each therapist describes their work with couples. A therapist’s bio can help you understand their communication style and what sessions may look like before you book.

Couples therapy in Pasadena can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs and understand what you may pay before your first session. Headway makes it easier to compare couples counseling in Pasadena, review therapist profiles, enter your insurance details, see estimated costs upfront, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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