Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in South Pasadena, CA

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Erica Tumbaga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030  (Online Only)
We are at a time where compassion towards self is more important than ever. Life is overwhelming and complicated. Maybe you "have it all" but feel like something is missing or you are having issues communicating your needs. Many struggle with the idea of having symptoms of depression and anxiety internalizing the symptoms with being "crazy". I am here to remove the labels and have individuals be more aware of the symptoms you experience (fear, poor sleep and appetite, nervousness, sadness, negative thoughts, etc.) and treat them with compassion, reframing and safe coping skills to better improve your life.
We are at a time where compassion towards self is more important than ever. Life is overwhelming and complicated. Maybe you "have it all" but feel like something is missing or you are having issues communicating your needs. Many struggle with the idea of having symptoms of depression and anxiety internalizing the symptoms with being "crazy". I am here to remove the labels and have individuals be more aware of the symptoms you experience (fear, poor sleep and appetite, nervousness, sadness, negative thoughts, etc.) and treat them with compassion, reframing and safe coping skills to better improve your life.
(626) 788-5357 View (626) 788-5357
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Hannah Perez
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(323) 451-1754 View (323) 451-1754
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Matt Baldwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
I am a psychedelic therapist and the Co-Founder of The Ketamine Providers Network with Dr Mark Shortt, a full service online ketamine clinic serving patients in CA. I received training for this work as a 2017 cohort member in the Certificate In Psychedelic Therapies & Research Program at The California Institute of Integral Studies and additional ketamine-specific training through Field Trip Health. When used appropriately, ketamine (a potent, legal psychedelic medicine) has shown to be remarkably effective in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD and addictions. It can also catalyze profound personal growth and transformation.
I am a psychedelic therapist and the Co-Founder of The Ketamine Providers Network with Dr Mark Shortt, a full service online ketamine clinic serving patients in CA. I received training for this work as a 2017 cohort member in the Certificate In Psychedelic Therapies & Research Program at The California Institute of Integral Studies and additional ketamine-specific training through Field Trip Health. When used appropriately, ketamine (a potent, legal psychedelic medicine) has shown to be remarkably effective in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD and addictions. It can also catalyze profound personal growth and transformation.
(831) 221-9517 View (831) 221-9517
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Tana J DeSouza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030  (Online Only)
All therapy sessions are held virtually. For more information visit Tana DeSouza.com. I Have been working in the community for over 20 years. My clients are individual adults and couples often experiencing depression, anxiety, work or life stress, and relationship challenges. I am LGBTQ+ affirming. As a therapist, I am very interactive, warm, nonjudgmental and confident in my abilities. I often say that the most courageous people I have ever met are the ones who walk through my office door. Asking for help in a time of need takes great strength and vulnerability. (You can find me on Instagram & TikTok @tanadoestherapy).
All therapy sessions are held virtually. For more information visit Tana DeSouza.com. I Have been working in the community for over 20 years. My clients are individual adults and couples often experiencing depression, anxiety, work or life stress, and relationship challenges. I am LGBTQ+ affirming. As a therapist, I am very interactive, warm, nonjudgmental and confident in my abilities. I often say that the most courageous people I have ever met are the ones who walk through my office door. Asking for help in a time of need takes great strength and vulnerability. (You can find me on Instagram & TikTok @tanadoestherapy).
(626) 319-7028 View (626) 319-7028
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Karalee Hayes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Are you navigating the complexities of trauma and seeking a compassionate guide to support you along the way? With over 20 years of dedicated experience in trauma recovery, research, and therapeutic services, I bring a wealth of expertise to my practice. From surviving chronic abuse and neglect in childhood, sexual abuse, physical abuse, having a mentally ill parent, or experiencing abandonment, I'm here to walk alongside you on your path to healing. The road to recovery for individuals facing complex PTSD is often marked by distinct challenges.
Are you navigating the complexities of trauma and seeking a compassionate guide to support you along the way? With over 20 years of dedicated experience in trauma recovery, research, and therapeutic services, I bring a wealth of expertise to my practice. From surviving chronic abuse and neglect in childhood, sexual abuse, physical abuse, having a mentally ill parent, or experiencing abandonment, I'm here to walk alongside you on your path to healing. The road to recovery for individuals facing complex PTSD is often marked by distinct challenges.
(323) 894-1579 View (323) 894-1579
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Lauren Rodarte
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Are you striving to heal emotional wounds, cultivate healthy relationships, and boost your self-esteem? If you tend to overthink, feel unmotivated, or simply struggle to enjoy the present moment, I'm here to help. In our sessions, you'll find a space where you can express and sort through unhelpful thoughts and overwhelming emotions that you may not feel able to process elsewhere. I am dedicated to helping you rediscover confidence and peace within yourself and in your relationships.
Are you striving to heal emotional wounds, cultivate healthy relationships, and boost your self-esteem? If you tend to overthink, feel unmotivated, or simply struggle to enjoy the present moment, I'm here to help. In our sessions, you'll find a space where you can express and sort through unhelpful thoughts and overwhelming emotions that you may not feel able to process elsewhere. I am dedicated to helping you rediscover confidence and peace within yourself and in your relationships.
(323) 593-4834 View (323) 593-4834
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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.
(323) 990-7095 View (323) 990-7095
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Miwa Hitsumoto
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
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.
(626) 219-7328 View (626) 219-7328
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Giselle L. Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMF, CSAT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
To put it simply, I love people. And what inspires me as a therapist is the opportunity to serve others through authentic connection and collaborative insight into clients' thoughts, feelings and actions. While drawn to cognitive behavioral and Mindfulness interventions, for me, providing a safe, warm and open relational component is key. Whether working with couples, individual adults or adolescents, and issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, or sexuality, intimacy and interpersonal functioning, it is a privilege to hold your confidence and assist you in your journey towards integration and wellness.
To put it simply, I love people. And what inspires me as a therapist is the opportunity to serve others through authentic connection and collaborative insight into clients' thoughts, feelings and actions. While drawn to cognitive behavioral and Mindfulness interventions, for me, providing a safe, warm and open relational component is key. Whether working with couples, individual adults or adolescents, and issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, or sexuality, intimacy and interpersonal functioning, it is a privilege to hold your confidence and assist you in your journey towards integration and wellness.
(323) 870-8224 View (323) 870-8224
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Sarah Kovatch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030  (Online Only)
We are all a work-in-progress, capable of change at any age. I work with individuals who are: curious about making a life or career transition; needing support with parenting and family life; grappling with grief; craving accountability with goals; wanting tools for anxiety and depression; spiritual seekers; or individuals simply needing to untangle complicated feelings and talk it out. Each new day offers another opportunity to become who we want to be. You don't have to do it alone. Therapy can help with this process.
We are all a work-in-progress, capable of change at any age. I work with individuals who are: curious about making a life or career transition; needing support with parenting and family life; grappling with grief; craving accountability with goals; wanting tools for anxiety and depression; spiritual seekers; or individuals simply needing to untangle complicated feelings and talk it out. Each new day offers another opportunity to become who we want to be. You don't have to do it alone. Therapy can help with this process.
(657) 332-2914 View (657) 332-2914
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Holly A. Freeling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Are you ready to take the next step toward changing your life? As a dynamic and innovative therapist, I blend research-driven techniques with creative strategies to accelerate your progress. My approach is personal, energetic, and empathetic, ensuring you feel supported as you share your thoughts and feelings in complete confidence. I’ll clearly explain each step of our process, empowering you to use tools effectively and see faster results. Together, we’ll cultivate a genuine and meaningful therapeutic relationship to help you achieve your goals.
Are you ready to take the next step toward changing your life? As a dynamic and innovative therapist, I blend research-driven techniques with creative strategies to accelerate your progress. My approach is personal, energetic, and empathetic, ensuring you feel supported as you share your thoughts and feelings in complete confidence. I’ll clearly explain each step of our process, empowering you to use tools effectively and see faster results. Together, we’ll cultivate a genuine and meaningful therapeutic relationship to help you achieve your goals.
(626) 376-3098 View (626) 376-3098
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Allison Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Welcome. I offer compassionate therapy that helps you disentangle your thoughts and get grounded in your body. I often work with people navigating the transition to parenthood, especially in the context of difficult relationships with their bodies, or with their own parents. I also have special insight into the needs of writers, performers and artists who are struggling to balance their creative practice with their relationships and mental health. My practice is informed by my values, and is non-pathologizing, LGBTQ+ affirming, and aligned with Health at Every Size.
Welcome. I offer compassionate therapy that helps you disentangle your thoughts and get grounded in your body. I often work with people navigating the transition to parenthood, especially in the context of difficult relationships with their bodies, or with their own parents. I also have special insight into the needs of writers, performers and artists who are struggling to balance their creative practice with their relationships and mental health. My practice is informed by my values, and is non-pathologizing, LGBTQ+ affirming, and aligned with Health at Every Size.
(323) 870-9148 View (323) 870-9148
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Alma E Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
We are a result of every single experience in life, good or bad. Over the course of a lifetime, we developed habits and perspectives that helped us to cope with suffering. However, when those old methods no longer serve, it is time to let another person to walk alongside in order to examine and discover new ways for dealing with life's challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental and empathetic environment that fosters self reflection in order to encourage personal transformation and learning what works for you. Taking the first step might be difficult, but you will be glad you did it. Hablo Espa˜ñol.
We are a result of every single experience in life, good or bad. Over the course of a lifetime, we developed habits and perspectives that helped us to cope with suffering. However, when those old methods no longer serve, it is time to let another person to walk alongside in order to examine and discover new ways for dealing with life's challenges. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental and empathetic environment that fosters self reflection in order to encourage personal transformation and learning what works for you. Taking the first step might be difficult, but you will be glad you did it. Hablo Espa˜ñol.
(626) 727-9868 View (626) 727-9868
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Dr. Tracy Ballardo
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Making the decision to start therapy can come with apprehension. I believe your best judgement guided you to search for the right therapist. I have a direct and compassionate style of working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I assist clients in reducing anxiety and depression in order to feel confident, achieve a healthier sense of self, and live in accordance to their values. I believe honoring one's intuition is the key to healing- whether that be through play therapy, creative art interventions, or talk therapy. I enjoy helping others explore their identity and to accept various parts of themselves.
Making the decision to start therapy can come with apprehension. I believe your best judgement guided you to search for the right therapist. I have a direct and compassionate style of working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I assist clients in reducing anxiety and depression in order to feel confident, achieve a healthier sense of self, and live in accordance to their values. I believe honoring one's intuition is the key to healing- whether that be through play therapy, creative art interventions, or talk therapy. I enjoy helping others explore their identity and to accept various parts of themselves.
(323) 716-1322 View (323) 716-1322
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Jade Tree Holistic Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Jade Tree is a collective of psychotherapists who offer holistic, professional, artful, compassionate therapy for adults, couples and adolescents. We tailor our caring, hands-on approach to each client, and our aim is to help you become the person you want to be. We believe that real lasting change is possible, and we have the skill and dedication to help you get there.
Jade Tree is a collective of psychotherapists who offer holistic, professional, artful, compassionate therapy for adults, couples and adolescents. We tailor our caring, hands-on approach to each client, and our aim is to help you become the person you want to be. We believe that real lasting change is possible, and we have the skill and dedication to help you get there.
(323) 747-7238 View (323) 747-7238
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Jacqueline Angeles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Perhaps life's uncertainties and events feel frustrating, isolating, painful and heavy. Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space for understanding. Therapy can help make meaning of your life experiences, struggles which can lead to growth, healing, and empowerment. I am here as a warm and compassionate Therapist to walk alongside you through some of life's most difficult challenges.
Perhaps life's uncertainties and events feel frustrating, isolating, painful and heavy. Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space for understanding. Therapy can help make meaning of your life experiences, struggles which can lead to growth, healing, and empowerment. I am here as a warm and compassionate Therapist to walk alongside you through some of life's most difficult challenges.
(310) 340-7658 View (310) 340-7658
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Joanna Greenbaum, Anxiety + Mindfulness
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Waitlist for new clients
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming - I put together a blog post on my website that includes recommendations and a checklist for how to know if a therapist is right for you. Feel free to use it even if we don't work together! I specialize in working with late 20s-30-40 year olds working through relationship issues, personal identity, and transitional life changes. I also welcome clients who are seeking therapy for the first time.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming - I put together a blog post on my website that includes recommendations and a checklist for how to know if a therapist is right for you. Feel free to use it even if we don't work together! I specialize in working with late 20s-30-40 year olds working through relationship issues, personal identity, and transitional life changes. I also welcome clients who are seeking therapy for the first time.
(818) 477-1235 View (818) 477-1235
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Mikaila Henderson
CHT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
I became a certified hypnotherapist after my bout with stage 3 non-hodgkins lymphoma. I was told I'd never be cancer free and am now coming up on 10 years of remission. I practiced hypnosis and other healing modalities to help me through my cancer journey. I believe in what I do and the power we all hold within ourselves to make the necessary changes in creating a healthier, happier, more fulfilling lifestyle. I enjoy working with clients, empowering them to create a new self-confidence and peace in their lives they might otherwise never see possible.
I became a certified hypnotherapist after my bout with stage 3 non-hodgkins lymphoma. I was told I'd never be cancer free and am now coming up on 10 years of remission. I practiced hypnosis and other healing modalities to help me through my cancer journey. I believe in what I do and the power we all hold within ourselves to make the necessary changes in creating a healthier, happier, more fulfilling lifestyle. I enjoy working with clients, empowering them to create a new self-confidence and peace in their lives they might otherwise never see possible.
(323) 736-5475 View (323) 736-5475
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Duane Alleman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
When you're hurting emotionally - sad, anxious, overstressed, or experiencing pain or loss in a relationship - you want help from someone who is competent, kind, and trustworthy. It is my commitment to provide a safe and supportive place for you to freely share your struggles, challenges, needs, and desires. I work actively and collaboratively to help you develop and use your strengths and resources to successfully face the important problems in your life. My ultimate goal through this process is to support you in discovering new levels of emotional freedom that allow you to live well and love well.
When you're hurting emotionally - sad, anxious, overstressed, or experiencing pain or loss in a relationship - you want help from someone who is competent, kind, and trustworthy. It is my commitment to provide a safe and supportive place for you to freely share your struggles, challenges, needs, and desires. I work actively and collaboratively to help you develop and use your strengths and resources to successfully face the important problems in your life. My ultimate goal through this process is to support you in discovering new levels of emotional freedom that allow you to live well and love well.
(626) 817-2068 View (626) 817-2068
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Jennifer Duke Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
You deserve to be happy, and my goal is to get you there. Together we can explore the issues at hand and develop a plan that allows you to move forward, confidently. Do you feel like life has become unmanageable? Are you unsure of the next step? Do you feel like you and your partner are more like roommates instead of romantic partners?
You deserve to be happy, and my goal is to get you there. Together we can explore the issues at hand and develop a plan that allows you to move forward, confidently. Do you feel like life has become unmanageable? Are you unsure of the next step? Do you feel like you and your partner are more like roommates instead of romantic partners?
(626) 317-8665 View (626) 317-8665
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Sleep or Insomnia Therapists

How effective is treatment for insomnia?

The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?

There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?

There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?

Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.