Domestic Abuse Therapists in Pasadena, CA
Are you confused about why you do what you do? Are you ready to make lasting change? This small group practice works on a sliding scale. We specialize in treating depression, eating disorders, weight management, body image, health concerns, sexual identity, relational conflict, grief, sprirituality, and identity formation. Additional therapeutic interests include: childhood abuse recovery, domestic violence recovery, divorce recovery, parenting, and adjustment to disabilities.
We provide outpatient psychotherapy for both men and women, both gay and straight. Family and couple therapy are also available. Treatment approaches vary to fit with the presenting concerns.
Are you confused about why you do what you do? Are you ready to make lasting change? This small group practice works on a sliding scale. We specialize in treating depression, eating disorders, weight management, body image, health concerns, sexual identity, relational conflict, grief, sprirituality, and identity formation. Additional therapeutic interests include: childhood abuse recovery, domestic violence recovery, divorce recovery, parenting, and adjustment to disabilities.
We provide outpatient psychotherapy for both men and women, both gay and straight. Family and couple therapy are also available. Treatment approaches vary to fit with the presenting concerns.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with more than 25 years of experience in treating adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, and life adjustment problems such relationship or career concerns. A significant portion of my practice is devoted to helping people overcome traumatic experiences such as violent crimes, domestic violence, and childhood abuse. Regardless of what brings a person into therapy, I work actively in an atmosphere of support and empathy to help my patients understand themselves, to heal, and to learn how to live happier, more productive lives.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with more than 25 years of experience in treating adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, and life adjustment problems such relationship or career concerns. A significant portion of my practice is devoted to helping people overcome traumatic experiences such as violent crimes, domestic violence, and childhood abuse. Regardless of what brings a person into therapy, I work actively in an atmosphere of support and empathy to help my patients understand themselves, to heal, and to learn how to live happier, more productive lives.
My practice provides psychotherapy and crisis intervention assessing a spectrum of mental health issues, mainly focused on: depression, anxiety, domestic violence, grief, trauma, and abuse.
CHANGE! Does something need to change? Are you overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or unsure of what's going on? There's hope! You're already on the right track; hardest step is to admit you need help. All individuals are capable of change and therapy can bring new insight to the changes that you want to see within yourself, relationships and other sectors of your life. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish that change in a safe and relaxing environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can often be difficult.
My practice provides psychotherapy and crisis intervention assessing a spectrum of mental health issues, mainly focused on: depression, anxiety, domestic violence, grief, trauma, and abuse.
CHANGE! Does something need to change? Are you overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or unsure of what's going on? There's hope! You're already on the right track; hardest step is to admit you need help. All individuals are capable of change and therapy can bring new insight to the changes that you want to see within yourself, relationships and other sectors of your life. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish that change in a safe and relaxing environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can often be difficult.
Petar Sardelich
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PT, MAC
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Since 1984, I've provided services for adults and adolescents in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have varied experience with depression, trauma, abuse, grief/loss, personal growth, relationships, anxiety, and stress. I have also worked extensively with addictions and related issues ("co-dependency", eating disorders, alcoholism, dual diagnosis...).
Since 1984, I've provided services for adults and adolescents in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have varied experience with depression, trauma, abuse, grief/loss, personal growth, relationships, anxiety, and stress. I have also worked extensively with addictions and related issues ("co-dependency", eating disorders, alcoholism, dual diagnosis...).
Marilyn Ramirez-Torres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience in Mental Health Services. I have 22 years experience working in Social Services. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, lgbtq+ related issues, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder and bipolar disorder. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. I am here to help you overcome your challenges. Hablo Español!
I am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience in Mental Health Services. I have 22 years experience working in Social Services. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, lgbtq+ related issues, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder and bipolar disorder. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. I am here to help you overcome your challenges. Hablo Español!
Shannon McHenry-Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
I have received ongoing specialized training to treat developmental trauma and childhood abuse and neglect.
I work with individuals to help gain insight into what is happening in order to move forward and achieve a more fulfilling and productive life. My goal is to help you understand yourself more and assist you with living a more free and conscious life. I use attachment theory to assist people in understanding how their past impacts their present. I specialize in treating addiction, trauma, codependency, relationship issues, and axis II disorders using a holistic trauma informed approach and dialectical behavioral techniques.
I have received ongoing specialized training to treat developmental trauma and childhood abuse and neglect.
I work with individuals to help gain insight into what is happening in order to move forward and achieve a more fulfilling and productive life. My goal is to help you understand yourself more and assist you with living a more free and conscious life. I use attachment theory to assist people in understanding how their past impacts their present. I specialize in treating addiction, trauma, codependency, relationship issues, and axis II disorders using a holistic trauma informed approach and dialectical behavioral techniques.
S C (Stacy-Colleen) Nameth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR, SEP, RYT
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91106
Specializations: Childhood/adult trauma, substance abuse,co-addiction, LGBTQ, anxiety, depression, chronic stress, parenting, fertility, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, body image, yoga, young professionals, industry.
If you've become lost amongst obstacles on your journey, I'd like to help guide you to more happiness by offering suggestions, uncovering unwanted patterns, and leading you from the past to the present in order to heal and evolve, enhancing your happiness. Through changes in perceptions/attitudes and being willing to see situations with a new pair of glasses, you can reach your goals and evolve. My clients report that they enjoy my down-to-earth attitude and humor and my use of Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, TRM, meditation and yoga to treat mind-body symptoms. I work best with clients who are motivated to gain self-awareness and see patterns that are no longer serving them. I give homework between sessions in order to keep the continuity of healing working consistently. I feel very blessed to be working in a field that serves people who are finding their best selves and evolving into the people they want to be.
Specializations: Childhood/adult trauma, substance abuse,co-addiction, LGBTQ, anxiety, depression, chronic stress, parenting, fertility, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, body image, yoga, young professionals, industry.
If you've become lost amongst obstacles on your journey, I'd like to help guide you to more happiness by offering suggestions, uncovering unwanted patterns, and leading you from the past to the present in order to heal and evolve, enhancing your happiness. Through changes in perceptions/attitudes and being willing to see situations with a new pair of glasses, you can reach your goals and evolve. My clients report that they enjoy my down-to-earth attitude and humor and my use of Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, TRM, meditation and yoga to treat mind-body symptoms. I work best with clients who are motivated to gain self-awareness and see patterns that are no longer serving them. I give homework between sessions in order to keep the continuity of healing working consistently. I feel very blessed to be working in a field that serves people who are finding their best selves and evolving into the people they want to be.
Leigh Ann Greenfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to eating disorders, trauma, and general mental health, I have some specialization in working with Dissociative Disorders and survivors of trafficking and extended childhood sexual abuse.
I specialize in treating C-PTSD and eating disorders, but also work with clients seeking healing from depression, anxiety, and general mental health concerns. Whether your trauma is a "Big T" or "Little T" trauma, I believe all our nervous systems need healing and restoration after experiences that leave us confused, unsafe, or disconnected. Whatever you are going through, you'll find a nonjudgmental, supportive space in our work.
In addition to eating disorders, trauma, and general mental health, I have some specialization in working with Dissociative Disorders and survivors of trafficking and extended childhood sexual abuse.
I specialize in treating C-PTSD and eating disorders, but also work with clients seeking healing from depression, anxiety, and general mental health concerns. Whether your trauma is a "Big T" or "Little T" trauma, I believe all our nervous systems need healing and restoration after experiences that leave us confused, unsafe, or disconnected. Whatever you are going through, you'll find a nonjudgmental, supportive space in our work.
Valerie Labanca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I have extensive training in a variety of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based therapy, and relational therapy. I have had many years of experience working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, domestic violence, mood disorders, ADHD, postpartum depression/anxiety, issues related to infertility, interpersonal relational challenges, panic disorders, immigration challenges, parenting challenges, insomnia, trans-related challenges
I have extensive training in a variety of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based therapy, and relational therapy. I have had many years of experience working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, domestic violence, mood disorders, ADHD, postpartum depression/anxiety, issues related to infertility, interpersonal relational challenges, panic disorders, immigration challenges, parenting challenges, insomnia, trans-related challenges
Currently licensed in California (In-Person & Virtual) and Nevada (Virtual Only). Dr. Daniel Fenton is a Neuropsychologist and Psychotherapist who works with individuals across the lifespan. He provides neurocognitive and psychological evaluation, in addition to psychotherapy. His specialty is the interaction between medical illness and psychological symptoms/conditions such as, depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. He is passionate about working with individuals experiencing chronic and acute medical conditions, marital and relational conflict, career stress, as well as challenging life transitions.
Currently licensed in California (In-Person & Virtual) and Nevada (Virtual Only). Dr. Daniel Fenton is a Neuropsychologist and Psychotherapist who works with individuals across the lifespan. He provides neurocognitive and psychological evaluation, in addition to psychotherapy. His specialty is the interaction between medical illness and psychological symptoms/conditions such as, depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. He is passionate about working with individuals experiencing chronic and acute medical conditions, marital and relational conflict, career stress, as well as challenging life transitions.
Therapist ISH
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103 (Online Only)
Our experiences shape who we are. Our identities influence the way we perceive and interact with the world, and the way the world perceives and interacts with us. Navigating the world in my intersectional identity, I understand the importance of providing an intentional and affirming space for folx from marginalized communities. As such, I offer a holistic approach to therapy that addresses the unique needs and identities of my clients. I work with women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and veteran communities. I also work with individuals who have experienced some form of abuse, trauma, oppression, inequity, or violence.
Our experiences shape who we are. Our identities influence the way we perceive and interact with the world, and the way the world perceives and interacts with us. Navigating the world in my intersectional identity, I understand the importance of providing an intentional and affirming space for folx from marginalized communities. As such, I offer a holistic approach to therapy that addresses the unique needs and identities of my clients. I work with women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and veteran communities. I also work with individuals who have experienced some form of abuse, trauma, oppression, inequity, or violence.
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Wendy Miriam Lopata
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105
I work with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, identity, self esteem and recovering and resolving trauma. I am available to work with individuals, couples and adolescents. I have significant clinical experience with sexual assault, intimate partner violence, childhood sexual trauma, and eating disorders.
I work with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, identity, self esteem and recovering and resolving trauma. I am available to work with individuals, couples and adolescents. I have significant clinical experience with sexual assault, intimate partner violence, childhood sexual trauma, and eating disorders.
Rosa L. Casquino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
As a trauma therapist, I help individuals heal from past traumas, specializing in survivors of sexual, narcissistic, and childhood abuse.
Psychedelic Assisted Therapy for survivors of trauma. Are past traumas making it hard for you to live the life you want? Whether you're healing from childhood sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, or navigating the challenges of a complex divorce, I'm here to offer support. Trauma can make it difficult to feel grounded and connect with others, but you don't have to face it alone. Together, we’ll work towards healing, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I also love working with other therapists. Let’s reclaim your sense of self and help you live with more peace and joy.
As a trauma therapist, I help individuals heal from past traumas, specializing in survivors of sexual, narcissistic, and childhood abuse.
Psychedelic Assisted Therapy for survivors of trauma. Are past traumas making it hard for you to live the life you want? Whether you're healing from childhood sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, or navigating the challenges of a complex divorce, I'm here to offer support. Trauma can make it difficult to feel grounded and connect with others, but you don't have to face it alone. Together, we’ll work towards healing, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I also love working with other therapists. Let’s reclaim your sense of self and help you live with more peace and joy.
I have experience working with survivors of childhood abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and pregnancy losses.
Throughout our life journey, our bodies and minds collect a mutilate of experiences. And sometimes, these experiences are painful, and they continue to affect us. These painful experiences can develop from childhood trauma, pregnancy loss, past relationships, and near-death experiences. These painful experiences do not let us live. And as a result, we may experience depression, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, low self-worth, nightmares , relationship problems and intrusive thoughts and images.
I have experience working with survivors of childhood abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and pregnancy losses.
Throughout our life journey, our bodies and minds collect a mutilate of experiences. And sometimes, these experiences are painful, and they continue to affect us. These painful experiences can develop from childhood trauma, pregnancy loss, past relationships, and near-death experiences. These painful experiences do not let us live. And as a result, we may experience depression, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, low self-worth, nightmares , relationship problems and intrusive thoughts and images.
Cynthia Irene Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
I specialize in the treatment of trauma Post Traumatic Stress Disorders due to Emotional, Physical and Sexual abuse.
My name is Cynthia. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in practice for 17 years, helping people at various life transitions and dealing with varying degrees of Depression and Anxiety. I often work with people who are healing from past traumas and are hoping to end cycles of abuse and/or heal and create healthy attachments.
I specialize in the treatment of trauma Post Traumatic Stress Disorders due to Emotional, Physical and Sexual abuse.
My name is Cynthia. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in practice for 17 years, helping people at various life transitions and dealing with varying degrees of Depression and Anxiety. I often work with people who are healing from past traumas and are hoping to end cycles of abuse and/or heal and create healthy attachments.
Narkesia Swanigan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
I am particularly passionate about helping individuals process and heal from trauma, performance-related issues, invalidation, and abuse.
I take a collaborative approach to working with my clients. You are not alone. Many benefit from the empathetic and nonjudgmental support of a trained professional. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy for those seeking to increase self-awareness, insight into one’s patterns both with ourselves and with others. I am devoted to helping you connect to your truth and deeper knowledge of yourself; build stronger relational bonds and improve communication challenges; and overcome crisis, awakening the warrior within you.
I am particularly passionate about helping individuals process and heal from trauma, performance-related issues, invalidation, and abuse.
I take a collaborative approach to working with my clients. You are not alone. Many benefit from the empathetic and nonjudgmental support of a trained professional. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy for those seeking to increase self-awareness, insight into one’s patterns both with ourselves and with others. I am devoted to helping you connect to your truth and deeper knowledge of yourself; build stronger relational bonds and improve communication challenges; and overcome crisis, awakening the warrior within you.
Denise Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91104 (Online Only)
I worked with clients facing substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship, self-esteem, trauma, social skills, and grief.
Do you ever feel needing to speak with someone about what is going on your mind? Trying to process what is going on? Having relationships concerns with significant partners, friends, or family? Wanting to learn ways to cope with difficult feelings?
I worked with clients facing substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship, self-esteem, trauma, social skills, and grief.
Do you ever feel needing to speak with someone about what is going on your mind? Trying to process what is going on? Having relationships concerns with significant partners, friends, or family? Wanting to learn ways to cope with difficult feelings?
Rita Phetmixay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91106 (Online Only)
You are here for that sense of belonging & connection, especially when multiple global crises have left communities hopeless, and in a constant state of vigilance. While some anxiety/depression is a normal response to the hyper- violence we are facing as a collective (on screens or in reality), it can feel extremely overwhelming to experience this every day, on top of expectations from work, family, and other relationships. As a child of the Lao Isaan/Southeast Asian diaspora, my passion is working with fellow children of refugee/immigrant diasporas to feel seen + heard + validated through an anti-oppressive framework.
You are here for that sense of belonging & connection, especially when multiple global crises have left communities hopeless, and in a constant state of vigilance. While some anxiety/depression is a normal response to the hyper- violence we are facing as a collective (on screens or in reality), it can feel extremely overwhelming to experience this every day, on top of expectations from work, family, and other relationships. As a child of the Lao Isaan/Southeast Asian diaspora, my passion is working with fellow children of refugee/immigrant diasporas to feel seen + heard + validated through an anti-oppressive framework.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in supporting adults who grapple with depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, domestic violence, couples issues, and anger management. My approach to therapy is deeply individualized; I believe that every client has a unique story that deserves to be heard. Together, we will embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey, where open communication and mutual respect are at the forefront of our relationship.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in supporting adults who grapple with depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, domestic violence, couples issues, and anger management. My approach to therapy is deeply individualized; I believe that every client has a unique story that deserves to be heard. Together, we will embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey, where open communication and mutual respect are at the forefront of our relationship.
I have worked with the LGBTQ population at the Los Angeles LGBT Center since 2011 with specialized training in domestic violence, leading groups for both aggressors and targets of abuse.
I offer client-centered therapy in Eagle Rock and in Old Town Pasadena. Guiding principles are: that one always remains the expert on one's own life, that people have the internal resources to overcome their "stuck-ness," and that a collaborative therapeutic relationship is the key to encouraging positive change and more meaningful living. While I deal with a wide range of client issues, most of my clients are high-functioning or gifted intellectually and/or artistically. I use Rogerian, Experiential Focusing, Gestault, Attachment Theory, and Existential concepts and methods, working with clients to help them maximize their personal freedom and growth.
I have worked with the LGBTQ population at the Los Angeles LGBT Center since 2011 with specialized training in domestic violence, leading groups for both aggressors and targets of abuse.
I offer client-centered therapy in Eagle Rock and in Old Town Pasadena. Guiding principles are: that one always remains the expert on one's own life, that people have the internal resources to overcome their "stuck-ness," and that a collaborative therapeutic relationship is the key to encouraging positive change and more meaningful living. While I deal with a wide range of client issues, most of my clients are high-functioning or gifted intellectually and/or artistically. I use Rogerian, Experiential Focusing, Gestault, Attachment Theory, and Existential concepts and methods, working with clients to help them maximize their personal freedom and growth.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.