Psychodynamic Therapists in Pasadena, CA
Utilizing a psychodynamic and psychoanalytically informed approach, I generally work long term with clients, knowing that trust is built out over time and change takes the time it takes.
As a human, I'm committed wholeheartedly to forming earnest, meaningful connections with others. As a therapist, I lead with compassion and curiosity so that we can develop a relationship of trust and honesty together. I will bring my full self to our work - including professional and personal growth and experience - to help us form a robust relationship to bear the pain of your trauma, better understand how you learned to adapt to the challenges of life, and find new awareness and perspective for how to find a more engaged and satisfying life experience.
Utilizing a psychodynamic and psychoanalytically informed approach, I generally work long term with clients, knowing that trust is built out over time and change takes the time it takes.
As a human, I'm committed wholeheartedly to forming earnest, meaningful connections with others. As a therapist, I lead with compassion and curiosity so that we can develop a relationship of trust and honesty together. I will bring my full self to our work - including professional and personal growth and experience - to help us form a robust relationship to bear the pain of your trauma, better understand how you learned to adapt to the challenges of life, and find new awareness and perspective for how to find a more engaged and satisfying life experience.
Olga Aguilar - Arroyo Seco Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91110
I use a psychodynamic approach which works well with a broad range of mental health disorders.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step toward creating change. My motto is "Travel light, live light, spread the light, be the light." This can only be accomplished by shedding burdens that weigh you down. I aim to create a compassionate and nurturing environment for personal exploration and healing. I enjoy working with clients who may be apprehensive of mental health services or have had negative experiences with therapy in the past.
I use a psychodynamic approach which works well with a broad range of mental health disorders.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step toward creating change. My motto is "Travel light, live light, spread the light, be the light." This can only be accomplished by shedding burdens that weigh you down. I aim to create a compassionate and nurturing environment for personal exploration and healing. I enjoy working with clients who may be apprehensive of mental health services or have had negative experiences with therapy in the past.
I integrate cognitive behavioral, family systems and psychodynamic treatments that are personalized to each client and their needs.
Life is about feeling connected, sharing in the joys and sorrows, and striving for something better, a better you. Therapy is a place where you can share and explore the challenges and achievements that make each of us an individual. I believe that forming a safe, non-judgmental relationship is fundamental to therapy and what guides the healing process. We work together in order to gain insight and learn healthy coping skills in managing challenges faced and the feelings associated with them. I believe that the most difficult job is working on ourselves but it is also the most rewarding.
I integrate cognitive behavioral, family systems and psychodynamic treatments that are personalized to each client and their needs.
Life is about feeling connected, sharing in the joys and sorrows, and striving for something better, a better you. Therapy is a place where you can share and explore the challenges and achievements that make each of us an individual. I believe that forming a safe, non-judgmental relationship is fundamental to therapy and what guides the healing process. We work together in order to gain insight and learn healthy coping skills in managing challenges faced and the feelings associated with them. I believe that the most difficult job is working on ourselves but it is also the most rewarding.
Because different individuals benefit from different approaches, I use psychodynamic therapy, cognitive therapy, mindfulness/meditation, and a number of other methods.
Emotional and physical trauma, when unresolved, can leave us feeling alone, misunderstood, disconnected and sometimes shamed. It can keep us from forming the relationships we seek and alienate us from the intimacy we might desire. In a non-judgmental way, I engage my clients to help them find meaning and growth through a combination of deep understanding and emotional presence. My approach is attachment-based and focuses on attunement and self-acceptance. When working with couples as well as individuals, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Because different individuals benefit from different approaches, I use psychodynamic therapy, cognitive therapy, mindfulness/meditation, and a number of other methods.
Emotional and physical trauma, when unresolved, can leave us feeling alone, misunderstood, disconnected and sometimes shamed. It can keep us from forming the relationships we seek and alienate us from the intimacy we might desire. In a non-judgmental way, I engage my clients to help them find meaning and growth through a combination of deep understanding and emotional presence. My approach is attachment-based and focuses on attunement and self-acceptance. When working with couples as well as individuals, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Stella Petros, LCSW, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
My name is Stella Petros. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, California. I have been in practice since 2005, and I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, trauma, and related issues. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, and Solution-focused Therapy approaches in treatment to assist my clients in meeting their treatment objectives. My primary goal in treatment is to create greater trust and safety in the therapeutic setting so that I can facilitate the free communication and expression of thoughts and feelings.
My name is Stella Petros. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, California. I have been in practice since 2005, and I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, trauma, and related issues. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, and Solution-focused Therapy approaches in treatment to assist my clients in meeting their treatment objectives. My primary goal in treatment is to create greater trust and safety in the therapeutic setting so that I can facilitate the free communication and expression of thoughts and feelings.
My professional clinical training included different treatment modalities, such as Play Therapy, Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic or Family Systems Therapy.
I'm a licensed psychologist specialized in treating children, teens, young adults and families. I utilize play therapy for children to help them improve their emotional or social functioning. The stress of parenting can often feel overwhelming. I offer effective parenting techniques to empower parents alleviate problematic behaviors and symptoms. Change, even positive change, can be quite stressful. Speaking to a therapist can ease adjusting to the new chapter in your life. Choosing a psychologist can be a difficult decision at times. Feel free to call me with your questions, so I can help you in your decision-making process.
My professional clinical training included different treatment modalities, such as Play Therapy, Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic or Family Systems Therapy.
I'm a licensed psychologist specialized in treating children, teens, young adults and families. I utilize play therapy for children to help them improve their emotional or social functioning. The stress of parenting can often feel overwhelming. I offer effective parenting techniques to empower parents alleviate problematic behaviors and symptoms. Change, even positive change, can be quite stressful. Speaking to a therapist can ease adjusting to the new chapter in your life. Choosing a psychologist can be a difficult decision at times. Feel free to call me with your questions, so I can help you in your decision-making process.
Karen Huckaby
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is typically long-term, client-focused, and combines elements of attachment, existential, and psychodynamic therapies, and works to find the best possible method to help the client meet their own needs – usually with stories, humor, and empathic understanding.
What's up! I'm love working with young adults and individuals who are going through big changes: sorting out their identity, new job/college experiences, shifts in relationship or religious beliefs. I also work with those who've experienced religious trauma, had adverse religious experiences, or experienced spiritual abuse. I won't ask clients to go where I haven't been myself: I've been doing my own healing in these areas over the years as well. It’s such an honor to work with courageous people who want to figure themselves out, so they can figure out where they'd like to go!
My approach to therapy is typically long-term, client-focused, and combines elements of attachment, existential, and psychodynamic therapies, and works to find the best possible method to help the client meet their own needs – usually with stories, humor, and empathic understanding.
What's up! I'm love working with young adults and individuals who are going through big changes: sorting out their identity, new job/college experiences, shifts in relationship or religious beliefs. I also work with those who've experienced religious trauma, had adverse religious experiences, or experienced spiritual abuse. I won't ask clients to go where I haven't been myself: I've been doing my own healing in these areas over the years as well. It’s such an honor to work with courageous people who want to figure themselves out, so they can figure out where they'd like to go!
I practice from a psychodynamic and existential perspectives with individuals, couples and families.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new understanding and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More about me at https://www.Shir Shanun psyd.com
I practice from a psychodynamic and existential perspectives with individuals, couples and families.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new understanding and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More about me at https://www.Shir Shanun psyd.com
I tend to be most helpful to intense, high-functioning adults struggling with mood or anxiety symptoms or significant life transitions who are striving toward personal achievement, balance between work and relationships, and a sense of well-being. I may draw on various approaches according to the problem you are dealing with and my experience with what may benefit you. These include cognitive, psychodynamic, interpersonal, and psychoeducational approaches. I may propose different ways of looking at or handling situations. I may suggest in-between session reading or homework assignments.
I tend to be most helpful to intense, high-functioning adults struggling with mood or anxiety symptoms or significant life transitions who are striving toward personal achievement, balance between work and relationships, and a sense of well-being. I may draw on various approaches according to the problem you are dealing with and my experience with what may benefit you. These include cognitive, psychodynamic, interpersonal, and psychoeducational approaches. I may propose different ways of looking at or handling situations. I may suggest in-between session reading or homework assignments.
Lizzete Banuelos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #52685
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91106 (Online Only)
“The quality of our life depends on the quality of our relationships.” -Esther Perel/ Healthy, loving, and respectful relationships are easier said than done. Unresolved trauma can skew our understanding of a healthy dynamic in our relationships with ourselves and others. I collaborate with individuals and couples in creating therapeutic goals and a plan to help process their struggles with sexual traumas, partner abuse, child abuse, and other traumas. I utilize the therapy tools of EMDR (emdria.org), Trauma Exposure Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy using timelines, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
“The quality of our life depends on the quality of our relationships.” -Esther Perel/ Healthy, loving, and respectful relationships are easier said than done. Unresolved trauma can skew our understanding of a healthy dynamic in our relationships with ourselves and others. I collaborate with individuals and couples in creating therapeutic goals and a plan to help process their struggles with sexual traumas, partner abuse, child abuse, and other traumas. I utilize the therapy tools of EMDR (emdria.org), Trauma Exposure Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy using timelines, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
My early training focused on family systems theory, psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral work.
The focus of my work in Marriage and Family Therapy has been to help individuals and families gain greater control over their lives, acquire freedom from areas of trauma and maintain healthy relationships with God and loved ones.
My early training focused on family systems theory, psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral work.
The focus of my work in Marriage and Family Therapy has been to help individuals and families gain greater control over their lives, acquire freedom from areas of trauma and maintain healthy relationships with God and loved ones.
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Angel Soriano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I’m a certified clinical trauma professional and use cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and psychodynamic therapy as pertinent.
Whether you are grappling with trauma, reintegrating into society as a Veteran, or struggling with inner and outer stressors, you are not alone. You may seek relief from what’s hurting to build the future you envision. You might wish to mend physical and emotional combat injuries, fit into your new normal, and figure out your next move after your military experience. Or you want to deal with everything that’s going on at work, home, and within yourself to solve conflict and find a path forward. If only you had answers and a clear roadmap to follow. If only you could feel confident, empowered, and fulfilled. That’s where I come in.
I’m a certified clinical trauma professional and use cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and psychodynamic therapy as pertinent.
Whether you are grappling with trauma, reintegrating into society as a Veteran, or struggling with inner and outer stressors, you are not alone. You may seek relief from what’s hurting to build the future you envision. You might wish to mend physical and emotional combat injuries, fit into your new normal, and figure out your next move after your military experience. Or you want to deal with everything that’s going on at work, home, and within yourself to solve conflict and find a path forward. If only you had answers and a clear roadmap to follow. If only you could feel confident, empowered, and fulfilled. That’s where I come in.
Using a blend of psychodynamic and relational approaches, Joe sees the “work” of therapy as an honor to join you on your path, and assist you in finding the tools that lie within.
Joe Ricciardi (pronouns: any/all) is a licensed clinical social worker based in Los Angeles, CA. His applied studies at both California State University, Los Angeles and California State University, Long Beach helped nurture his natural skills as a compassionate and empathetic listener, and shaped him as a therapist with unique abilities to support clients along their journey. Joe's path towards his career as a mental health clinician has been eclectic, and at times non-traditional, allowing for a broad capacity to engage with people from all backgrounds and on all walks of life.
Using a blend of psychodynamic and relational approaches, Joe sees the “work” of therapy as an honor to join you on your path, and assist you in finding the tools that lie within.
Joe Ricciardi (pronouns: any/all) is a licensed clinical social worker based in Los Angeles, CA. His applied studies at both California State University, Los Angeles and California State University, Long Beach helped nurture his natural skills as a compassionate and empathetic listener, and shaped him as a therapist with unique abilities to support clients along their journey. Joe's path towards his career as a mental health clinician has been eclectic, and at times non-traditional, allowing for a broad capacity to engage with people from all backgrounds and on all walks of life.
Paul Dinh Tran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
My approach incorporates your unique identity, experience, and culture with psychodynamic therapy resulting in lasting change and self-compassion.
Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or self-esteem issues? Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to navigate life's challenges? Worried that family or friends won't understand or - even worse - invalidate you? Living with these struggles can be incredibly isolating and debilitating. The constant burden of mental health issues can impact your relationships, productivity, and overall quality of life. It's easy to feel stuck and hopeless when you don't have the right tools or support to manage these challenges effectively.
My approach incorporates your unique identity, experience, and culture with psychodynamic therapy resulting in lasting change and self-compassion.
Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or self-esteem issues? Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to navigate life's challenges? Worried that family or friends won't understand or - even worse - invalidate you? Living with these struggles can be incredibly isolating and debilitating. The constant burden of mental health issues can impact your relationships, productivity, and overall quality of life. It's easy to feel stuck and hopeless when you don't have the right tools or support to manage these challenges effectively.
My style is psychodynamic, relational, and somatically rooted using both the body and brain to generate healing.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I specialize in working with anxiety, relationship issues, and couples. If you're here because you feel anxious, I'd like to name that there's plenty to be anxious about in the modern world! I focus on helping you develop skills to regulate when anxiety feels overwhelming, and on parsing out what's in or out of our control. If you're in a relationship, maybe you're tired of getting stuck in what feels like the same fight again and again. Using EFT, I love helping couples understand each other on a deeper level, and break out of feeling stuck.
My style is psychodynamic, relational, and somatically rooted using both the body and brain to generate healing.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I specialize in working with anxiety, relationship issues, and couples. If you're here because you feel anxious, I'd like to name that there's plenty to be anxious about in the modern world! I focus on helping you develop skills to regulate when anxiety feels overwhelming, and on parsing out what's in or out of our control. If you're in a relationship, maybe you're tired of getting stuck in what feels like the same fight again and again. Using EFT, I love helping couples understand each other on a deeper level, and break out of feeling stuck.
Amanda Baker-Vande Brake
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PhDc, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91102 (Online Only)
She integrates dreamwork and active imagination alongside trauma-informed and other integrative and psychodynamic practices to suit each patient’s complexities.
Working from an integrative depth psychological perspective, Amanda helps couples and individual adults deepen and navigate their everyday lives in a conscious relationship with their inner selves and their inner callings. Her patients often begin therapy with issues related to depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and unintentionally making choices that keep them stuck. They desire more clarity about the cause of their persistent mental, physical and emotional symptoms in order to experience more freedom in their daily lives. Ultimately, her patients seek more meaning in their lives and are willing to take steps toward it.
She integrates dreamwork and active imagination alongside trauma-informed and other integrative and psychodynamic practices to suit each patient’s complexities.
Working from an integrative depth psychological perspective, Amanda helps couples and individual adults deepen and navigate their everyday lives in a conscious relationship with their inner selves and their inner callings. Her patients often begin therapy with issues related to depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and unintentionally making choices that keep them stuck. They desire more clarity about the cause of their persistent mental, physical and emotional symptoms in order to experience more freedom in their daily lives. Ultimately, her patients seek more meaning in their lives and are willing to take steps toward it.
I am trained and certified in EMDR, meditation and mindfulness based practices and other somatic psychotherapies, in conjunction with traditional Psychodynamic and Cognitive approaches.
I enjoy working with adults to help them develop understanding and perspective to deal more effectively with the issues, dilemmas and stressors of modern life including anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, and the unresolved issues of traumas and grief.
I am trained and certified in EMDR, meditation and mindfulness based practices and other somatic psychotherapies, in conjunction with traditional Psychodynamic and Cognitive approaches.
I enjoy working with adults to help them develop understanding and perspective to deal more effectively with the issues, dilemmas and stressors of modern life including anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, and the unresolved issues of traumas and grief.
In addition to utilizing psychodynamic and attachment based approaches, I specialize in the integration of psychology and spirituality and help clients in their pursuit of holistic wellness.
Hello! My name is Dr. Leah Fortson Reed and I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in the San Gabriel Valley of California. I've appreciated working with individuals and couples from varied backgrounds with a range of presenting problems. With over 10 years of professional experience in the field of psychology, I've worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and those seeking to heal from traumatic life circumstances and events. I have also worked with couples hoping to improve their communication & conflict resolution skills as well as those navigating the aftermath of infidelity and seeking to restore trust.
In addition to utilizing psychodynamic and attachment based approaches, I specialize in the integration of psychology and spirituality and help clients in their pursuit of holistic wellness.
Hello! My name is Dr. Leah Fortson Reed and I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in the San Gabriel Valley of California. I've appreciated working with individuals and couples from varied backgrounds with a range of presenting problems. With over 10 years of professional experience in the field of psychology, I've worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and those seeking to heal from traumatic life circumstances and events. I have also worked with couples hoping to improve their communication & conflict resolution skills as well as those navigating the aftermath of infidelity and seeking to restore trust.
In these challenging times, many folks in the community are seeking safe spaces to heal and build meaningful relationships. At Healing Rhythms Mental Health, we are a diverse group of licensed clinical psychologists, psychology assistants and psychology doctoral students who embrace community and interconnectedness. The essence of our work is rooted in compassion, empathy and respect for multicultural identities and a wide range of therapy approaches which include holistic/traditional, psychodynamic, relational, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and existential therapies.
In these challenging times, many folks in the community are seeking safe spaces to heal and build meaningful relationships. At Healing Rhythms Mental Health, we are a diverse group of licensed clinical psychologists, psychology assistants and psychology doctoral students who embrace community and interconnectedness. The essence of our work is rooted in compassion, empathy and respect for multicultural identities and a wide range of therapy approaches which include holistic/traditional, psychodynamic, relational, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and existential therapies.
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