Family Therapy in South Pasadena, CA
Individual & Family Therapy, Relationship Counseling, Professional Consultation/Supervision.
THANK YOU FOR INQUIRING ABOUT MY PRACTICE AND VISITING MY PROFILE. PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM CURRENTLY ONLY PROVIDING TELE-HEALTH SERVICES. Whether you've been in therapy before or this is your first time - seeking assistance and choosing a therapist who is a good match is the first step to improving your quality of life. I offer free telephone consultations to answer your questions, ease your concerns, get a better understanding of your needs, and to determine whether we will be a good fit. I'm committed to helping you improve your life in all areas so that you may have a better/more rewarding quality of life.
Individual & Family Therapy, Relationship Counseling, Professional Consultation/Supervision.
THANK YOU FOR INQUIRING ABOUT MY PRACTICE AND VISITING MY PROFILE. PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM CURRENTLY ONLY PROVIDING TELE-HEALTH SERVICES. Whether you've been in therapy before or this is your first time - seeking assistance and choosing a therapist who is a good match is the first step to improving your quality of life. I offer free telephone consultations to answer your questions, ease your concerns, get a better understanding of your needs, and to determine whether we will be a good fit. I'm committed to helping you improve your life in all areas so that you may have a better/more rewarding quality of life.
Bria Edgar
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, EdS, APCC
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Are you a young adult struggling with imposter syndrome? Feeling stressed about family, friendships, work or school? As you transition into adulthood you may experience fear, isolation, insecurities, self doubt and so much more. Whether you are unsure about your future or feel that every decision you make may impact your future this is a good time to connect with someone to talk it out. Let’s work together to overcome your current challenges.
Are you a young adult struggling with imposter syndrome? Feeling stressed about family, friendships, work or school? As you transition into adulthood you may experience fear, isolation, insecurities, self doubt and so much more. Whether you are unsure about your future or feel that every decision you make may impact your future this is a good time to connect with someone to talk it out. Let’s work together to overcome your current challenges.
Stephanie Reiter- Morrissey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Additionally, I have extensive experience working in the school district, collaborating with regional centers, navigating IEPS, providing educational advocacy as well as parent/ family support services.
I specialize in working with children, teenagers, adults and families who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, social-emotional challenges, and stressful life transitions. I am here to help you navigate in order to gain self-awareness, build confidence, and live a more connected and fulfilling life. I utilize various models including cognitive behavioral, strength-based, solution-focused, and mindfulness. I also specialize in the neurodivergent population and am most fulfilled and rewarded by providing my clients with the tools necessary to successfully navigate the world and engage in a meaningful and productive way.
Additionally, I have extensive experience working in the school district, collaborating with regional centers, navigating IEPS, providing educational advocacy as well as parent/ family support services.
I specialize in working with children, teenagers, adults and families who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, social-emotional challenges, and stressful life transitions. I am here to help you navigate in order to gain self-awareness, build confidence, and live a more connected and fulfilling life. I utilize various models including cognitive behavioral, strength-based, solution-focused, and mindfulness. I also specialize in the neurodivergent population and am most fulfilled and rewarded by providing my clients with the tools necessary to successfully navigate the world and engage in a meaningful and productive way.
I specialize in helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress management, ADD, family conflict, and managing life transitions.
These are difficult times & it is normal to feel anxious and out of control. I would like provide support and encouragement as you navigate your experience and feelings. I’ll listen carefully to you and provide a warm environment where you can feel safe exploring your concerns without judgement. I use an integrative therapeutic approach and will customize your treatment focusing on your individual needs using a variety of modalities. Tele-therapy is a regular part of my therapy practice, and I am confident that we can create an environment that feels comfortable for you. Be safe and I hope to hear from you.
I specialize in helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, stress management, ADD, family conflict, and managing life transitions.
These are difficult times & it is normal to feel anxious and out of control. I would like provide support and encouragement as you navigate your experience and feelings. I’ll listen carefully to you and provide a warm environment where you can feel safe exploring your concerns without judgement. I use an integrative therapeutic approach and will customize your treatment focusing on your individual needs using a variety of modalities. Tele-therapy is a regular part of my therapy practice, and I am confident that we can create an environment that feels comfortable for you. Be safe and I hope to hear from you.
Areas of focus: trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, loss and grief, difficulties with emotions, shame and low self-worth, spiritual growth and struggles, parenting, adoption & foster care, and family dynamics.
So much can get in the way of our ability to receive and give love in healthy relationships. I enjoy working with people who are seeking healing from past wounds so that they can love themselves and others. I help people develop self-confidence and self-awareness that promotes creativity and deeper connectedness. If you’ve experienced trauma or if you struggle with negative beliefs about yourself, EMDR may be a helpful resource and is a specialty of mine. I am also certified as a Safe and Sound Protocol provider, which helps people experience a felt sense of safety and calm.
Areas of focus: trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, loss and grief, difficulties with emotions, shame and low self-worth, spiritual growth and struggles, parenting, adoption & foster care, and family dynamics.
So much can get in the way of our ability to receive and give love in healthy relationships. I enjoy working with people who are seeking healing from past wounds so that they can love themselves and others. I help people develop self-confidence and self-awareness that promotes creativity and deeper connectedness. If you’ve experienced trauma or if you struggle with negative beliefs about yourself, EMDR may be a helpful resource and is a specialty of mine. I am also certified as a Safe and Sound Protocol provider, which helps people experience a felt sense of safety and calm.
Rikki Rothenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91031 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist (IFS), Relational and Somatically informed Psychodynamic Therapist.
Have you felt broken? Or like you're "too much" for other people? Do you have a history of choosing people romantically or in friendships who just aren't the right fit? Did you have a traumatic or chaotic childhood filled with fear, loneliness, an overwhelm? If so - please know, you are not alone - you are welcome here! It is possible to find self-acceptance and healing, identify your wants and needs, learn how to set healthy boundaries, develop the capacity to communicate compassionately and directly. And most of all live a free and vibrant life! Please be in touch to set up a free phone call and we can talk about this together.
I am a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist (IFS), Relational and Somatically informed Psychodynamic Therapist.
Have you felt broken? Or like you're "too much" for other people? Do you have a history of choosing people romantically or in friendships who just aren't the right fit? Did you have a traumatic or chaotic childhood filled with fear, loneliness, an overwhelm? If so - please know, you are not alone - you are welcome here! It is possible to find self-acceptance and healing, identify your wants and needs, learn how to set healthy boundaries, develop the capacity to communicate compassionately and directly. And most of all live a free and vibrant life! Please be in touch to set up a free phone call and we can talk about this together.
Julie Roberts Sanders
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Waitlist for new clients
Among the many issues I’ve worked with are family and life transitions; family-of-origin work; loss and grief; anxiety and depression; women’s issues, including fertility, pregnancy and adoption issues; spirituality and faith issues; childhood abuse or neglect and PTSD; premarital and marital therapy.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive relationship which invites you to honestly explore any issues you are facing. We will discuss current problems, look at any connections to your personal and family history, as well as talk about what is working for you and ways to build on that. My ultimate goal is for positive change in the present, whatever that looks like for you. I encourage the use of outside resources such as workshops, groups, classes, 12-step programs, yoga and mindfulness practices as well as religious involvement as part of the healing process.
Among the many issues I’ve worked with are family and life transitions; family-of-origin work; loss and grief; anxiety and depression; women’s issues, including fertility, pregnancy and adoption issues; spirituality and faith issues; childhood abuse or neglect and PTSD; premarital and marital therapy.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive relationship which invites you to honestly explore any issues you are facing. We will discuss current problems, look at any connections to your personal and family history, as well as talk about what is working for you and ways to build on that. My ultimate goal is for positive change in the present, whatever that looks like for you. I encourage the use of outside resources such as workshops, groups, classes, 12-step programs, yoga and mindfulness practices as well as religious involvement as part of the healing process.
For very young children (0-5), best practices involve parent-child and/or family therapy.
ADULTS My approach is integrative - I incorporate multiple therapeutic frameworks to understand and to support my clients. I use client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness interventions while holding in mind the "systems" that you are a part of (your environment, relationships). I’m interested in how the past has shaped who you are. I want to help you use insight from your life experiences to guide you forward. I believe every person is the expert on their own experience and capable of tremendous healing and growth. I would love to talk to you about the possibility of working together to see if I would be a good fit.
For very young children (0-5), best practices involve parent-child and/or family therapy.
ADULTS My approach is integrative - I incorporate multiple therapeutic frameworks to understand and to support my clients. I use client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness interventions while holding in mind the "systems" that you are a part of (your environment, relationships). I’m interested in how the past has shaped who you are. I want to help you use insight from your life experiences to guide you forward. I believe every person is the expert on their own experience and capable of tremendous healing and growth. I would love to talk to you about the possibility of working together to see if I would be a good fit.
I apply psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
I believe that seeking professional help is a strength and not a weakness. I value individuals for who they are, and I appreciate their pain and struggle. I make every effort to understand my client's needs, and I make it a priority to meet with my clients at their starting point. Along the way, I do my best to provide my clients with safe and healthy environment.
I apply psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
I believe that seeking professional help is a strength and not a weakness. I value individuals for who they are, and I appreciate their pain and struggle. I make every effort to understand my client's needs, and I make it a priority to meet with my clients at their starting point. Along the way, I do my best to provide my clients with safe and healthy environment.
Michelle Acitelli
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030 (Online Only)
I am most comfortable engaging clients who may have familiarity with overwhelming sensations about life, in general, or an inability to manage daily life, relationships, family, academic, and work experiences. I aim to establish and maintain rapport through effective working relationships, offering psychoeducation related to life transitions by setting attainable goals that build upon healthy inclusive, and supportive connections.
I am most comfortable engaging clients who may have familiarity with overwhelming sensations about life, in general, or an inability to manage daily life, relationships, family, academic, and work experiences. I aim to establish and maintain rapport through effective working relationships, offering psychoeducation related to life transitions by setting attainable goals that build upon healthy inclusive, and supportive connections.
Camila Webb
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
I support individuals, couples and families through experiences of depression, trauma, anxiety, negative self-image, relationship challenges, transitions and other life challenges. My work incorporates training in modalities such as Emotionally Focused Therapy and Attachment-Based Family Therapy that are particularly helpful for couples and families in distress and seeking greater connection. I have also studied personally through a concentrated learning experience with Bessel van der Kolk (Body Keeps the Score) that informs a trauma-informed and depathologizing lens.
I support individuals, couples and families through experiences of depression, trauma, anxiety, negative self-image, relationship challenges, transitions and other life challenges. My work incorporates training in modalities such as Emotionally Focused Therapy and Attachment-Based Family Therapy that are particularly helpful for couples and families in distress and seeking greater connection. I have also studied personally through a concentrated learning experience with Bessel van der Kolk (Body Keeps the Score) that informs a trauma-informed and depathologizing lens.
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I'm here to provide the support and guidance your family needs to move forward with confidence.
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist with over a decade of experience working in schools and community mental health organizations, I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and families navigate the challenges of learning, behavior, and emotional well-being. I understand that every child is unique, and I take a personalized approach to ensure that each individual receives the support they need to thrive. Whether it's through psychoeducational assessments, counseling, or consultation, my goal is to provide practical strategies and compassionate guidance that lead to real, lasting change.
I'm here to provide the support and guidance your family needs to move forward with confidence.
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist with over a decade of experience working in schools and community mental health organizations, I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and families navigate the challenges of learning, behavior, and emotional well-being. I understand that every child is unique, and I take a personalized approach to ensure that each individual receives the support they need to thrive. Whether it's through psychoeducational assessments, counseling, or consultation, my goal is to provide practical strategies and compassionate guidance that lead to real, lasting change.
Jason Wildman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030 (Online Only)
I have certificate training in Relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Somatic Experiencing (SE), and integrate these with many other approaches such as: aspects of Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness, Affective and Interpersonal Neurobiology, Attachment theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Family Systems.
I believe deeply in the transformative potential and enduring nature of psychotherapy. When we're feeling stuck, confused or alone, therapy can help us to untangle our emotions, clarify our struggles, and better understand ourselves and others - ultimately forming inroads to real and lasting change. I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist: I establish a safe, non-judgmental space where our mutual exploration of your relationships, family history, career, sexuality, or whatever is troubling you currently - as well as aspects of our therapeutic relationship - will open pathways to new awareness and opportunities for welcome change, growth and healing.
I have certificate training in Relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Somatic Experiencing (SE), and integrate these with many other approaches such as: aspects of Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness, Affective and Interpersonal Neurobiology, Attachment theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Family Systems.
I believe deeply in the transformative potential and enduring nature of psychotherapy. When we're feeling stuck, confused or alone, therapy can help us to untangle our emotions, clarify our struggles, and better understand ourselves and others - ultimately forming inroads to real and lasting change. I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist: I establish a safe, non-judgmental space where our mutual exploration of your relationships, family history, career, sexuality, or whatever is troubling you currently - as well as aspects of our therapeutic relationship - will open pathways to new awareness and opportunities for welcome change, growth and healing.
Laura MacRae-Serpa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CCLS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Waitlist for new clients
Taking the time to reflect and process our life experiences is important for personal growth, healthy relationships, and general well-being. Therapy provides a safe space to explore behavioral patterns, validate experiences, and move towards positive change. I have an empathetic and collaborative approach when interacting with children, adolescents and families. I am skilled in supporting parents with children at all stages of development. I hold Masters Degrees in both Human Development and Marriage and Family Therapy.
Taking the time to reflect and process our life experiences is important for personal growth, healthy relationships, and general well-being. Therapy provides a safe space to explore behavioral patterns, validate experiences, and move towards positive change. I have an empathetic and collaborative approach when interacting with children, adolescents and families. I am skilled in supporting parents with children at all stages of development. I hold Masters Degrees in both Human Development and Marriage and Family Therapy.
Are you native Japanese or involved in a relationship with a person of Japanese descent? Are you or your family member feeling lost or depressed after moving to Los Angeles from Japan and having trouble adjusting to life in the United States? Are you a college student or foreign language student and feeling overwhelmed by living alone in a foreign culture and learning new social dynamics? Are you having problems parenting your American-born children? I can help you.
Are you native Japanese or involved in a relationship with a person of Japanese descent? Are you or your family member feeling lost or depressed after moving to Los Angeles from Japan and having trouble adjusting to life in the United States? Are you a college student or foreign language student and feeling overwhelmed by living alone in a foreign culture and learning new social dynamics? Are you having problems parenting your American-born children? I can help you.
Melody M. Zhang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
I'm a Level-2 Restoration Therapist and have specialized training in trauma-informed anxiety and depression treatment, couples, and medical family therapy.
Most of my clients find me when they’re feeling overwhelmed by the needs and expectations of others and are seeking space to explore their own story—their current challenges, past pain, and desire to envision a better future. Many are seeking a compassionate space to explore intergenerational dynamics in their families of origin, the impact of race and culture on their life experiences, and to integrate faith and spirituality. My clients include teens, high-achieving professionals, people in ministry, ‘helper’ types, creatives, and couples, and I offer therapy in English and Mandarin Chinese.
I'm a Level-2 Restoration Therapist and have specialized training in trauma-informed anxiety and depression treatment, couples, and medical family therapy.
Most of my clients find me when they’re feeling overwhelmed by the needs and expectations of others and are seeking space to explore their own story—their current challenges, past pain, and desire to envision a better future. Many are seeking a compassionate space to explore intergenerational dynamics in their families of origin, the impact of race and culture on their life experiences, and to integrate faith and spirituality. My clients include teens, high-achieving professionals, people in ministry, ‘helper’ types, creatives, and couples, and I offer therapy in English and Mandarin Chinese.
Roberta Fernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and particularly interested in the following: females of all ages, adolescents, and teenagers. Furthermore, I am interested in working with those that desire more authentic and intimate relationships with themselves and others. I have experience working in corporate settings, both public accounting and mortgage finance, for a total of 10 years. As a result, I am able to help individuals navigate the demands of a corporate world. Roberta's experience also involves children, adolescents, and adults that have experienced and are attempting to recover from debilitating perfectionism, anxiety, worry, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and particularly interested in the following: females of all ages, adolescents, and teenagers. Furthermore, I am interested in working with those that desire more authentic and intimate relationships with themselves and others. I have experience working in corporate settings, both public accounting and mortgage finance, for a total of 10 years. As a result, I am able to help individuals navigate the demands of a corporate world. Roberta's experience also involves children, adolescents, and adults that have experienced and are attempting to recover from debilitating perfectionism, anxiety, worry, and trauma.
I also have extensive experience and training in improved parent-child relationships, family dynamics, attachment styles, stress, the impact of substance use on mental health, and healing from the pain of trauma.
I work with adults (individually and as couples) and with teens (individually or in family sessions with parents). I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and offer bilingual services to Spanish speaking clientele. With over ten years of experience, I have worked with clients of all ages, and am confident in the power of therapy to foster insight and emotional healing. My goal is to honor each person's unique story while respecting the range of cultural experiences that shape us. I I would be honored to join you in moving toward positive change.
I also have extensive experience and training in improved parent-child relationships, family dynamics, attachment styles, stress, the impact of substance use on mental health, and healing from the pain of trauma.
I work with adults (individually and as couples) and with teens (individually or in family sessions with parents). I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and offer bilingual services to Spanish speaking clientele. With over ten years of experience, I have worked with clients of all ages, and am confident in the power of therapy to foster insight and emotional healing. My goal is to honor each person's unique story while respecting the range of cultural experiences that shape us. I I would be honored to join you in moving toward positive change.
Heather R Halpern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I have helped more than 5,500 clients in the last 30 years. I am dedicated to helping men, women, couples, children, and families achieve greater well-being and success. I am gentle, focused, and direct in helping people successfully resolve: Signs or Symptoms of Depression or Anxiety, Life stressors such as Family and Work Problems, Grief, Loss, Marital Distress or Divorce, Parenting, Child and Adolescent Issues, Health Related Adjustment Issues, Post Traumatic Stress.
In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I have helped more than 5,500 clients in the last 30 years. I am dedicated to helping men, women, couples, children, and families achieve greater well-being and success. I am gentle, focused, and direct in helping people successfully resolve: Signs or Symptoms of Depression or Anxiety, Life stressors such as Family and Work Problems, Grief, Loss, Marital Distress or Divorce, Parenting, Child and Adolescent Issues, Health Related Adjustment Issues, Post Traumatic Stress.
Have you lost someone dear and struggling with feelings of despair or emptiness? Are you constantly fighting with your spouse/ family member and feeling angry, helpless or depressed? Are you ready to explore and process unresolved trauma from the past so you can move forward and live more peacefully? Do you work in a highly stressful environment such as medical field and feeling exhausted or burned-out? Do you feel anxiety around people/place and want to overcome your nervousness? Are you going through a divorce, considering career change or recently graduated and need transitional support so you can find a better direction in life?
Have you lost someone dear and struggling with feelings of despair or emptiness? Are you constantly fighting with your spouse/ family member and feeling angry, helpless or depressed? Are you ready to explore and process unresolved trauma from the past so you can move forward and live more peacefully? Do you work in a highly stressful environment such as medical field and feeling exhausted or burned-out? Do you feel anxiety around people/place and want to overcome your nervousness? Are you going through a divorce, considering career change or recently graduated and need transitional support so you can find a better direction in life?
