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Family therapy and counseling in Pasadena, CA
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Pasadena families benefit from compassionate, solution-oriented therapy addressing everything from blended family dynamics to parenting teens. Our network of 3,159 providers offers flexible scheduling, free intake calls, and acceptance of major insurance plans. Work with your insurance so you can focus on healing and strengthening your family relationships.
You've done meaningful therapeutic work and you're ready to go deeper. You're successful in the external markers of your life, but you know there's more—greater depth, connection, and purpose waiting for you. You've addressed foundational trauma, and now you want to explore subtler patterns: how you hold back in intimacy, the meanings you're searching for, the fuller expression of yourself you sense is possible. You may be curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy as a tool for profound insight. You're not dealing with crisis, but are looking for a guide who can support you in moving from survival to fully living in your wholeness.
Hello!
My name is Aldemar. I have 30 years of experience in the field of mental health, in various capacities. I have a degree in Psychology from Sonoma State University and a Master's degree from Sacramento State University. I specialize in trauma work, Anxiety, Couples therapy, and substance use issues.
I am glad you are here. I commend you for having taken the difficult step to ask for support! I do know that it can feel overwhelming to start therapy, yet here you are; congratulations!
I believe therapy is most effective when you feel accepted, understood, and empowered. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself while also feeling challenged to grow. I meet clients where they are, recognizing that everyone comes to therapy with unique experiences, strengths, and goals.
We can all feel overwhelmed by persistent sadness, anxiety, or racing thoughts. Major life shifts—like a career change, relationship end, parenting, or new phase of life—can be difficult to navigate. You do not have to figure it out alone.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping adults break free from painful emotional patterns and reclaim a sense of control. My practice specializes in treating mood disorders and guiding individuals through challenging life transitions.
Hello there. Thanks for checking out my profile.
I don't know what brings you to this tiny nook of the internet, on this particular day, but I am grateful and very curious to hear.
As a therapist, I've worked with adolescents and adults for over a decade; sharing in their challenges, connecting in laughter and kindness.
It would be my joy to learn your story and meet you with warmth, humor, and sincerity.
Welcome. I'm Roxy, dedicated to helping you find what you are looking for in therapy. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can heal and grow.
Through therapy, clients develop new skills, discover new insights, and strengthen their resilience for whatever life brings.
Hi, I’m Tina Chen, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping clients feel their best. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and I combine medication management with practical tools from CBT and positive psychology. With advanced training from California Baptist University and National University, I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative space where you can build confidence, resilience, and balance in your everyday life.
Welcome! I’m Andrea Perkins, a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am honored to walk alongside you as you share your experiences and explore your unique life journey. With over 30 years of experience in direct practice, I have worked in various areas such as medical social work, child welfare, adult education, and behavioral health. I am therapist with specialized training in EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocess which assists clients to work through and manage traumatic experiences. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing interventions aid clients to heal and recover from poor self confidence, social anxiety and challenges with life transitions.
I bring a compassionate, trauma informed approach to supporting clients through life challenges. My goal is to create a safe, respectful space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Together, we will work at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you with empathy and care guiding every step.
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Pasadena
Finding family therapists in Pasadena starts with understanding what your family wants support with. Family therapy can help with parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, caregiving stress, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare therapists, look for bios that mention family therapy, parent-child relationships, adolescent concerns, or approaches that match what you want to address.
Pasadena is a smaller city within a larger mental health care market, so local in-person options may vary by schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual appointments can expand your options while keeping care accessible from home. Family therapy sessions may include the full family, smaller groups, or individual family members depending on the goals of care. Before booking, review each therapist’s profile for availability, session structure, therapeutic approach, and whether they offer a free phone consultation to discuss fit.
Therapy in Pasadena can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and get a clearer estimate before you book. Headway helps you compare family therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, verify insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront, making it easier to find someone who matches your needs, accepts your plan, and has availability.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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