Female Therapists in South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA
Amy M Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105
I believe that issues exist on many levels, and so should therapy to create change in truly enduring ways. Understanding the richness of your unique identity requires looking at the intricate tapestry of life through considering various dimensions.
I believe that issues exist on many levels, and so should therapy to create change in truly enduring ways. Understanding the richness of your unique identity requires looking at the intricate tapestry of life through considering various dimensions.
Mary Hakimeh
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome - I'm so glad you're here! My name is Dr. Mary Hakimeh, PsyD, and I am an evidence-based psychologist working with individuals from various backgrounds and with various concerns. My goal is to help clients learn more about their identities, improve their relationships, and accomplish their goals. Many of my clients are struggling with self-doubt, Imposter Syndrome, burn out, poor boundaries or communication with others, difficulty understanding themselves, and feeling weighed down by feelings of anxiety and/or depression.
Hello and welcome - I'm so glad you're here! My name is Dr. Mary Hakimeh, PsyD, and I am an evidence-based psychologist working with individuals from various backgrounds and with various concerns. My goal is to help clients learn more about their identities, improve their relationships, and accomplish their goals. Many of my clients are struggling with self-doubt, Imposter Syndrome, burn out, poor boundaries or communication with others, difficulty understanding themselves, and feeling weighed down by feelings of anxiety and/or depression.
Sylvia Mejia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105
Many of us are shaped by our experiences and aren't fully aware of the effects these experiences have in our everyday lives and relationships. We question our feelings, our thoughts and our reactions. But, they all tell a story. Our approach to treatment is attachment-based and client-centered. The emphasis is placed on exploring your values, experiences and what is important to you. Sometimes speaking to family and friends just isn't enough. We can help guide you through the process of knowing yourself and being able to understand, accept and express your emotions.
Many of us are shaped by our experiences and aren't fully aware of the effects these experiences have in our everyday lives and relationships. We question our feelings, our thoughts and our reactions. But, they all tell a story. Our approach to treatment is attachment-based and client-centered. The emphasis is placed on exploring your values, experiences and what is important to you. Sometimes speaking to family and friends just isn't enough. We can help guide you through the process of knowing yourself and being able to understand, accept and express your emotions.
Kari K. Yoshimura
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
Hi and welcome! Thanks for taking the time to learn more about me and how I approach therapy. Life is more demanding and stressful these days than ever before. There are many ways people cope with personal challenges. Going to therapy is just one option. Therapy provides a unique opportunity to explore yourself, your relationships with others, and your goals and aspirations. My approach is simple: together, let's find practical ways to cope with personal issues and, if appropriate, let's look into how your past experiences have affected how you are currently coping. I will provide a safe space to explore this personal journey.
Hi and welcome! Thanks for taking the time to learn more about me and how I approach therapy. Life is more demanding and stressful these days than ever before. There are many ways people cope with personal challenges. Going to therapy is just one option. Therapy provides a unique opportunity to explore yourself, your relationships with others, and your goals and aspirations. My approach is simple: together, let's find practical ways to cope with personal issues and, if appropriate, let's look into how your past experiences have affected how you are currently coping. I will provide a safe space to explore this personal journey.
Sarah Rezak
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105
Ask me about our Post-Election Special Offer for the rest of November 2024: First Session FREE! Are you feeling blocked at work, in a relationship, or creatively? Perhaps you are surprised by or unsatisfied with an aspect of your life. If you are seeking a stronger connection to your true self, your body, your partner, or something else important to you, let's chat. My eclectic therapy approach works well with all types of people including: creatives, executives, self-doubters, perfectionists, existentially-unrested, procrastinators, trauma survivors, & more. I work holistically with individuals & couples.
Ask me about our Post-Election Special Offer for the rest of November 2024: First Session FREE! Are you feeling blocked at work, in a relationship, or creatively? Perhaps you are surprised by or unsatisfied with an aspect of your life. If you are seeking a stronger connection to your true self, your body, your partner, or something else important to you, let's chat. My eclectic therapy approach works well with all types of people including: creatives, executives, self-doubters, perfectionists, existentially-unrested, procrastinators, trauma survivors, & more. I work holistically with individuals & couples.
Juliana Friedman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105
Accepting new clients! Have you found yourself struggling with aspects of your life that keep you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck? Are you coping with grief or another type of loss or life transition? Maybe you’ve lost a loved one, pet, or part of yourself and life just doesn’t feel the same anymore. Maybe you are coping with midlife issues like aging parents, empty nest, divorce, or menopause that make you feel like you don’t know yourself anymore. Now more than ever, people are feeling isolated and unsupported. Sometimes we don’t even know how to care for ourselves when there’s so much to do to stay afloat.
Accepting new clients! Have you found yourself struggling with aspects of your life that keep you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck? Are you coping with grief or another type of loss or life transition? Maybe you’ve lost a loved one, pet, or part of yourself and life just doesn’t feel the same anymore. Maybe you are coping with midlife issues like aging parents, empty nest, divorce, or menopause that make you feel like you don’t know yourself anymore. Now more than ever, people are feeling isolated and unsupported. Sometimes we don’t even know how to care for ourselves when there’s so much to do to stay afloat.
Betty Weser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or feel like you're not sure how to navigate a new territory of your life? Do you need help setting healthy boundaries or coping with stress and anxiety? Or perhaps a past trauma is beginning to surface? I genuinely believe our darkest wounds lose power, and we begin to heal when we shed light on them. My goal is to provide support and insight to help you identify your strengths and get your life back on track with appropriate coping strategies and perhaps new boundaries.
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or feel like you're not sure how to navigate a new territory of your life? Do you need help setting healthy boundaries or coping with stress and anxiety? Or perhaps a past trauma is beginning to surface? I genuinely believe our darkest wounds lose power, and we begin to heal when we shed light on them. My goal is to provide support and insight to help you identify your strengths and get your life back on track with appropriate coping strategies and perhaps new boundaries.
Anthea Tjoa
Psychologist, PsyD, MAICS, MAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with clients who are experiencing the emotional, psychological, and relational difficulties that come from processing their intersecting identities, sense of self, and relational contexts. My specialties are depression, grief, and trauma (e.g., relational abuse or religious abuse) that can stem from those complex dynamics.
I am passionate about working with clients who are experiencing the emotional, psychological, and relational difficulties that come from processing their intersecting identities, sense of self, and relational contexts. My specialties are depression, grief, and trauma (e.g., relational abuse or religious abuse) that can stem from those complex dynamics.
Ashley C. Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
You’re not a big fan of yourself. You are your own worst critic and get in your own way. Relationships feel unbalanced and you give a lot more than you get back. Boundaries…what boundaries? You wake up feeling unfulfilled, uninspired, less than. You’re totally exhausted from feeling this way. Whether it's people pleasing, perfectionism, looking to the outside to fill the inside, feeling unloveable; it's all about building the relationship you have with yourself, which is the foundation for everything. This is my superpower as a therapist. I will help you realize your value, appreciate your uniqueness and become a fan of yourself.
You’re not a big fan of yourself. You are your own worst critic and get in your own way. Relationships feel unbalanced and you give a lot more than you get back. Boundaries…what boundaries? You wake up feeling unfulfilled, uninspired, less than. You’re totally exhausted from feeling this way. Whether it's people pleasing, perfectionism, looking to the outside to fill the inside, feeling unloveable; it's all about building the relationship you have with yourself, which is the foundation for everything. This is my superpower as a therapist. I will help you realize your value, appreciate your uniqueness and become a fan of yourself.
Feridey N. Carr
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
My style of treatment is collaborative and goal-oriented. With a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach, I will help you to help reduce your distress and symptoms and build your coping skills. As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, I offer evidence-based treatments that are monitored and evaluated throughout the course of treatment. My primary focus and expertise applies cognitive-behavioral treatments to the following: Depression * Anxiety * Insomnia * Stress Management * Chronic headaches and migraines * Coping with chronic health and pain conditions * Smoking Cessation * Weight Management
My style of treatment is collaborative and goal-oriented. With a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach, I will help you to help reduce your distress and symptoms and build your coping skills. As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, I offer evidence-based treatments that are monitored and evaluated throughout the course of treatment. My primary focus and expertise applies cognitive-behavioral treatments to the following: Depression * Anxiety * Insomnia * Stress Management * Chronic headaches and migraines * Coping with chronic health and pain conditions * Smoking Cessation * Weight Management
Courtney Shore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105
I strive to offer a steadfast, reflective, responsive and compassionate environment. Together we will seek to understand what your unique challenges are as well as what growth and healing might look like for you. I work with adult individuals and couples who struggle with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem and confidence issues, overachieving and perfectionism, grief and loss, creative and spiritual crisis, identity challenges, communication, intimacy, and divorce.
I strive to offer a steadfast, reflective, responsive and compassionate environment. Together we will seek to understand what your unique challenges are as well as what growth and healing might look like for you. I work with adult individuals and couples who struggle with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem and confidence issues, overachieving and perfectionism, grief and loss, creative and spiritual crisis, identity challenges, communication, intimacy, and divorce.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105
Do you identify with being "people pleasing" or "highly sensitive?" Do you feel like you have hidden anger and tend towards self-criticism or self-doubt? You may also experience brain fog, fatigue, trouble sleeping, or have been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition (ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, POTS, Dysautonomia). These can be frustrating and painful experiences. I work with people who want to know why these feelings and physical symptoms persist, despite their best efforts. Together, we can identify the steps you can take to feel more assertive, develop more self-compassion, and alleviate or eliminate your physical symptoms.
Do you identify with being "people pleasing" or "highly sensitive?" Do you feel like you have hidden anger and tend towards self-criticism or self-doubt? You may also experience brain fog, fatigue, trouble sleeping, or have been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition (ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, POTS, Dysautonomia). These can be frustrating and painful experiences. I work with people who want to know why these feelings and physical symptoms persist, despite their best efforts. Together, we can identify the steps you can take to feel more assertive, develop more self-compassion, and alleviate or eliminate your physical symptoms.
G Evelyn LeSure-Lester
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in providing psychotherapy. I currently work with adults who want to work on relational issues and those who suffer from an array of psychological problems including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. I am especially sensitive to cultural and gender issues and provide a personalized and integrated therapeutic approach using a combination of therapies: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and family systems to help improve the individual's well-being, mental health, and relationships.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in providing psychotherapy. I currently work with adults who want to work on relational issues and those who suffer from an array of psychological problems including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. I am especially sensitive to cultural and gender issues and provide a personalized and integrated therapeutic approach using a combination of therapies: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and family systems to help improve the individual's well-being, mental health, and relationships.
Feliz Lucia Molina
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MFA, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
We often go through life transitions unaware of how the past might still have a hold on us. Sometimes we simply need to take a moment to reflect on how experiences and relationships have shaped our perception of ourselves and situations. Processing how past traumas are linked to the present can help us to recover, heal, and to understand how behavior patterns and responses are formed in the first place so that we can change for the better.
We often go through life transitions unaware of how the past might still have a hold on us. Sometimes we simply need to take a moment to reflect on how experiences and relationships have shaped our perception of ourselves and situations. Processing how past traumas are linked to the present can help us to recover, heal, and to understand how behavior patterns and responses are formed in the first place so that we can change for the better.
In my work with individuals and couples, I seek to provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which individual and relational issues can be explored. In this environment, challenges become opportunities for growth.
I use a psychodynamic approach to explore what is occurring in one's life and/or relationship in the present, what occurred in one's past which influences the way one views him or herself in the present, and what may be going on at an unconscious level which impacts one's choices, behaviors, and beliefs about self and other.
In my work with individuals and couples, I seek to provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which individual and relational issues can be explored. In this environment, challenges become opportunities for growth.
I use a psychodynamic approach to explore what is occurring in one's life and/or relationship in the present, what occurred in one's past which influences the way one views him or herself in the present, and what may be going on at an unconscious level which impacts one's choices, behaviors, and beliefs about self and other.
Tracie Howell - NOCD
Counselor, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
From a young age, I found my passion in helping others. I knew the pain of feeling alone in my struggles, and having someone to talk to who understood made a difference. And as a mom of a teenage daughter, I witnessed the impact of OCD firsthand. My approach to treatment starts with building a connection. I'll meet you where you are and help you recognize your strength and power as you take control of OCD. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD. Our deep understanding of OCD's nuances allows us to properly diagnose and treat it.
From a young age, I found my passion in helping others. I knew the pain of feeling alone in my struggles, and having someone to talk to who understood made a difference. And as a mom of a teenage daughter, I witnessed the impact of OCD firsthand. My approach to treatment starts with building a connection. I'll meet you where you are and help you recognize your strength and power as you take control of OCD. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD. Our deep understanding of OCD's nuances allows us to properly diagnose and treat it.
Marian Belgray
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91123
You are innately worthy. When you truly believe and remember that, your life falls into place. I help clients feel heard, seen, and grounded so they can experience honesty in their relationships, fulfillment in their work, and confidence in themselves. In my former life as a TV producer and comedian, I loved operating at a high level while making people laugh – no matter how dark or difficult things sometimes seemed. This quality eventually led me to become a therapist. As your therapist, I can help you optimize your work, harness your creativity, and find balance in your life; all with a healthy dose of humor and authenticity.
You are innately worthy. When you truly believe and remember that, your life falls into place. I help clients feel heard, seen, and grounded so they can experience honesty in their relationships, fulfillment in their work, and confidence in themselves. In my former life as a TV producer and comedian, I loved operating at a high level while making people laugh – no matter how dark or difficult things sometimes seemed. This quality eventually led me to become a therapist. As your therapist, I can help you optimize your work, harness your creativity, and find balance in your life; all with a healthy dose of humor and authenticity.
I help adults make sense of their experiences in a meaningful way. People come to me who are inquisitive and trying their best, yet still feel detached and longing for a better understanding of their lives. Oftentimes they’ve been in the driver’s seat going 100 miles an hour for years and can’t quite figure out how to slow down. Together, we work to slow fast-paced life, be present, and ultimately, see the once-blurry scenes in a clearer way. Just as each road trip is unique, so too is our tailor-made therapy. If you’re open-minded, motivated, and filled with curiosity, let’s see if we’re a good match!
I help adults make sense of their experiences in a meaningful way. People come to me who are inquisitive and trying their best, yet still feel detached and longing for a better understanding of their lives. Oftentimes they’ve been in the driver’s seat going 100 miles an hour for years and can’t quite figure out how to slow down. Together, we work to slow fast-paced life, be present, and ultimately, see the once-blurry scenes in a clearer way. Just as each road trip is unique, so too is our tailor-made therapy. If you’re open-minded, motivated, and filled with curiosity, let’s see if we’re a good match!
Lauren Permenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105
Waitlist for new clients
You make it through the day to day but inside you’re fearful, anxious or depressed. You’re bottling things up and lashing out at seemingly insignificant things later. The demands of your job & personal life are starting to feel like too much to juggle even though you’ve always been good at juggling it all. It doesn’t seem like something you can talk about. Everyone thinks you have it all together and besides you feel ashamed. Holding all this in is starting to make you feel lonely. You know life should be different but you’re overwhelmed and you wonder how everyone else seems to do it so easily.
You make it through the day to day but inside you’re fearful, anxious or depressed. You’re bottling things up and lashing out at seemingly insignificant things later. The demands of your job & personal life are starting to feel like too much to juggle even though you’ve always been good at juggling it all. It doesn’t seem like something you can talk about. Everyone thinks you have it all together and besides you feel ashamed. Holding all this in is starting to make you feel lonely. You know life should be different but you’re overwhelmed and you wonder how everyone else seems to do it so easily.
Cognitive Behavioral Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MPA, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
The therapist-client alliance is at the core of emotional healing. I use a compassionate approach pair with evidence-based treatments to effectively target common mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, trauma-related, and other psychological disorders that prevent satisfying relationships. Yo hablo español: La alianza de el terapeuta y el/la clienta es el núcleo de la curación emocional. Utilizo un enfoque compasivo junto con tratamientos basados en la evidencia para abordar eficazmente los trastornos comunes de salud mental.
The therapist-client alliance is at the core of emotional healing. I use a compassionate approach pair with evidence-based treatments to effectively target common mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, trauma-related, and other psychological disorders that prevent satisfying relationships. Yo hablo español: La alianza de el terapeuta y el/la clienta es el núcleo de la curación emocional. Utilizo un enfoque compasivo junto con tratamientos basados en la evidencia para abordar eficazmente los trastornos comunes de salud mental.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.