Family Therapy in Pasadena, CA

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Lilly Marian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
My work is informed by Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Attachment Styles, Complex Trauma, Generational Trauma, Cultural Awareness (Family of Origin).
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience specializing in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, relational conflicts, life transitions, and substance abuse. I use an integrated approach rooted in compassion to identify and address your specific problems, needs and goals that brought you to therapy in the first place. A better life is possible! You can understand, heal, and grow from painful feelings, experiences, relationships, thoughts and behaviors that have caused you to feel hurt, stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or confused. I'm committed to helping you live the life you've always dreamed of.
My work is informed by Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, CBT, DBT, Attachment Styles, Complex Trauma, Generational Trauma, Cultural Awareness (Family of Origin).
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience specializing in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, relational conflicts, life transitions, and substance abuse. I use an integrated approach rooted in compassion to identify and address your specific problems, needs and goals that brought you to therapy in the first place. A better life is possible! You can understand, heal, and grow from painful feelings, experiences, relationships, thoughts and behaviors that have caused you to feel hurt, stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or confused. I'm committed to helping you live the life you've always dreamed of.
(626) 263-5538 View (626) 263-5538
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Stacy Scates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Are you a couple, individual or family in need of new coping skills? Through somatic, body-centered awareness, our work together can help you to explore and understand your sensations, emotions, thoughts and actions so that you can have more authentic experiences of connection, intimacy, and joy. I work with individuals, couples and families with the following issues: Anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and intimacy. In my practice, I prioritize play and pleasure over perfection and precision.
Are you a couple, individual or family in need of new coping skills? Through somatic, body-centered awareness, our work together can help you to explore and understand your sensations, emotions, thoughts and actions so that you can have more authentic experiences of connection, intimacy, and joy. I work with individuals, couples and families with the following issues: Anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and intimacy. In my practice, I prioritize play and pleasure over perfection and precision.
(323) 375-2872 View (323) 375-2872
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Megan Pitsios
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91107
Are you feeling anxious, irritable, or foggy these days? Do you resent your partner or snap at them over little things? The changes that have come with growing a family feel overwhelming, but it’s hard to admit that you aren’t doing ok. Everyone says this is the best time of your life, but you barely recognize yourself. Your body and mind are exhausted, and you feel like you don’t know where to begin. You want to regain balance, focus, and a sense of who you are now beyond just being a parent or trying to become a parent. Let me help you find your way back to you.
Are you feeling anxious, irritable, or foggy these days? Do you resent your partner or snap at them over little things? The changes that have come with growing a family feel overwhelming, but it’s hard to admit that you aren’t doing ok. Everyone says this is the best time of your life, but you barely recognize yourself. Your body and mind are exhausted, and you feel like you don’t know where to begin. You want to regain balance, focus, and a sense of who you are now beyond just being a parent or trying to become a parent. Let me help you find your way back to you.
(626) 427-6512 View (626) 427-6512
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Elizabeth Camargo Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91107
Are you tired of ending your days full of overwhelm, fear and anxiety? Are you juggling a high power career to family life at home? The constant thinking and juggling all the things is making you feel stuck and with absolutely no time to care for yourself. All the while becoming more distant from your partner and being robbed of spending quality time with your children. You are dreading the days and can't seem to keep up with your long list of to-dos. You just don't know what else to do.
Are you tired of ending your days full of overwhelm, fear and anxiety? Are you juggling a high power career to family life at home? The constant thinking and juggling all the things is making you feel stuck and with absolutely no time to care for yourself. All the while becoming more distant from your partner and being robbed of spending quality time with your children. You are dreading the days and can't seem to keep up with your long list of to-dos. You just don't know what else to do.
(626) 802-4261 View (626) 802-4261
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Joseph Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91107
I am confident that we can collaborate to create a treatment plan that works for you whether it is individual therapy, couple's therapy, or family therapy.
You are seeking a therapist because you are in emotional pain. Are you struggling with an addiction – sex, alcohol, drugs, or gambling? Have you been abused as a child or in an adult relationship? Have you experienced sexual assault, violence or other trauma? Are you experiencing issues with your significant other or other relationships? Sometimes addiction, depression, anger, and anxiety can happen because of a trauma history. Treating trauma can help you get your emotional health back and free you from addictive behavior and pain.
I am confident that we can collaborate to create a treatment plan that works for you whether it is individual therapy, couple's therapy, or family therapy.
You are seeking a therapist because you are in emotional pain. Are you struggling with an addiction – sex, alcohol, drugs, or gambling? Have you been abused as a child or in an adult relationship? Have you experienced sexual assault, violence or other trauma? Are you experiencing issues with your significant other or other relationships? Sometimes addiction, depression, anger, and anxiety can happen because of a trauma history. Treating trauma can help you get your emotional health back and free you from addictive behavior and pain.
(626) 314-5880 View (626) 314-5880
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Tamsin Goldsmith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91106
I love my work supporting people in creating the life they want. I have an extensive background in helping patients work through eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-harm and complex trauma. I use a direct, strength-based approach and evidence based interventions- it’s very important to me that therapy feels supportive and provides results. The modalities I utilize to treat eating disorders include CBT, Family Based Therapy, and Adolescent Focused Therapy.
I love my work supporting people in creating the life they want. I have an extensive background in helping patients work through eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-harm and complex trauma. I use a direct, strength-based approach and evidence based interventions- it’s very important to me that therapy feels supportive and provides results. The modalities I utilize to treat eating disorders include CBT, Family Based Therapy, and Adolescent Focused Therapy.
(415) 338-9682 View (415) 338-9682
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Jayne Han
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91107  (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have served clients of all ages, in all life stages, and of various backgrounds. My therapeutic skills have been honed by solid training, my own emotional work, and from walking with clients who have allowed me into their sacred process of growth for the last 27 years.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have served clients of all ages, in all life stages, and of various backgrounds. My therapeutic skills have been honed by solid training, my own emotional work, and from walking with clients who have allowed me into their sacred process of growth for the last 27 years.
(626) 594-9470 View (626) 594-9470
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Ashley Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105
Hi there, my name is Ashley Mendoza a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is warm and comforting. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, couples and families through a wide range of challenges. I have walked along side many individuals, couples and families who experience symptoms of depression, anxiety as well as difficulties coping with life changes, transitions and traumas. As a psychotherapist, I believe in providing my client’s with a safe and supportive environment which I aim to create with empathy and compassion.
Hi there, my name is Ashley Mendoza a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is warm and comforting. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, couples and families through a wide range of challenges. I have walked along side many individuals, couples and families who experience symptoms of depression, anxiety as well as difficulties coping with life changes, transitions and traumas. As a psychotherapist, I believe in providing my client’s with a safe and supportive environment which I aim to create with empathy and compassion.
(626) 507-3439 View (626) 507-3439
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Grace Willen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
My approach integrates a variety of modalities, including psychodynamic, Jungian, and relational therapies, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness.
Feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or emotionally exhausted? Do you prioritize others’ needs and feel disconnected from your own desires and goals? Maybe you find it hard to say no, fear conflict, or struggle with self-doubt. Understanding and changing our behaviors can be tough, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we can explore these challenges and work towards meaningful change.
My approach integrates a variety of modalities, including psychodynamic, Jungian, and relational therapies, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness.
Feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or emotionally exhausted? Do you prioritize others’ needs and feel disconnected from your own desires and goals? Maybe you find it hard to say no, fear conflict, or struggle with self-doubt. Understanding and changing our behaviors can be tough, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we can explore these challenges and work towards meaningful change.
(323) 892-2531 View (323) 892-2531
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Renee Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91106  (Online Only)
The Healing Collective, PC is a private practice that offers an array of mental health treatment and wellness services within the community of Pasadena and throughout the state of California. THC is comprised of qualified and experienced mental health professionals. Our licensed therapists are trained in a variety of trauma-informed, holistic, strengths-based, and culturally competent mental health treatments. We provide mental health treatment to adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Our mental health services include individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and group therapy (both coming soon).
The Healing Collective, PC is a private practice that offers an array of mental health treatment and wellness services within the community of Pasadena and throughout the state of California. THC is comprised of qualified and experienced mental health professionals. Our licensed therapists are trained in a variety of trauma-informed, holistic, strengths-based, and culturally competent mental health treatments. We provide mental health treatment to adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Our mental health services include individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and group therapy (both coming soon).
(626) 551-4626 View (626) 551-4626
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Claudia Covarrubias
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My primary approach to therapy is integrative and client-centered. It is my strong belief that a therapeutic relationship can lead to insights and change. I encourage a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment where we can work together to help develop coping skills to allow you to overcome the obstacles in your life.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My primary approach to therapy is integrative and client-centered. It is my strong belief that a therapeutic relationship can lead to insights and change. I encourage a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment where we can work together to help develop coping skills to allow you to overcome the obstacles in your life.
(626) 876-3552 View (626) 876-3552
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Gerald Monk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91104
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California since 2006. I was a registered psychologist, counselor, and family mediator in New Zealand before moving to the United States as a professor in marriage and family therapy at San Diego State University. I worked and trained in educational psychology before being immersed in narrative therapy, narrative mediation, and solution-focused therapy in the 1990s. I have worked a lot in schools with children and teens, addressed parenting challenges, helped blended families address unique crises that arise, help clients with separation and divorce.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California since 2006. I was a registered psychologist, counselor, and family mediator in New Zealand before moving to the United States as a professor in marriage and family therapy at San Diego State University. I worked and trained in educational psychology before being immersed in narrative therapy, narrative mediation, and solution-focused therapy in the 1990s. I have worked a lot in schools with children and teens, addressed parenting challenges, helped blended families address unique crises that arise, help clients with separation and divorce.
(323) 716-0288 View (323) 716-0288
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Bren M. Chasse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105
I advocate fiercely for the best interest of your child and family.
Anchor Psychotherapy, Inc. - Traumatic memory appears without warning. It stops you in your tracks, invades, and overwhelms. In a moment’s notice, your body and brain feel hijacked. No matter what you try and bury it under: work, food, relationships – it’s still there. You may dissociate or maybe you’re watching it happen across the room, in your child’s face. You never asked for this, but, then again, neither did they. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your family, or the child in your life, I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and walk through this with you.
I advocate fiercely for the best interest of your child and family.
Anchor Psychotherapy, Inc. - Traumatic memory appears without warning. It stops you in your tracks, invades, and overwhelms. In a moment’s notice, your body and brain feel hijacked. No matter what you try and bury it under: work, food, relationships – it’s still there. You may dissociate or maybe you’re watching it happen across the room, in your child’s face. You never asked for this, but, then again, neither did they. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your family, or the child in your life, I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and walk through this with you.
(626) 414-5369 View (626) 414-5369
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Sarah R Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91107
I utilize the Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework with many clients.
When someone is thinking about finding a therapist they are choosing a hopeful and courageous path. They know they need support, maybe things they've tried in the past haven't worked as well as they'd hoped. I bring a compassionate and curious lens to gently explore the factors that contribute to the way you experience the world. These factors may include events in your past, stressors in your present life, or the effect of living within societal structures that may not support your full and complex development. I have an affirming approach that respects all genders, races, sexual identities, everyone!
I utilize the Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework with many clients.
When someone is thinking about finding a therapist they are choosing a hopeful and courageous path. They know they need support, maybe things they've tried in the past haven't worked as well as they'd hoped. I bring a compassionate and curious lens to gently explore the factors that contribute to the way you experience the world. These factors may include events in your past, stressors in your present life, or the effect of living within societal structures that may not support your full and complex development. I have an affirming approach that respects all genders, races, sexual identities, everyone!
(323) 417-2698 View (323) 417-2698
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Cristina Lugo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
I look forward to working with you and your family as we chart these waters together.
As we walk through life collecting experiences, relationships and hardships along the way, we may land in places of struggle and personal suffering. Whether you are trying to keep up with a changing world, facing adversity or social inequality, or still healing wounds from the past, I am ready to join you on this journey to help you find the path of inner growth and transformation. When we arrive in the therapy room, whether it is in person or virtual, I bring a warm, collaborative and relatable approach to meet you where you are at.
I look forward to working with you and your family as we chart these waters together.
As we walk through life collecting experiences, relationships and hardships along the way, we may land in places of struggle and personal suffering. Whether you are trying to keep up with a changing world, facing adversity or social inequality, or still healing wounds from the past, I am ready to join you on this journey to help you find the path of inner growth and transformation. When we arrive in the therapy room, whether it is in person or virtual, I bring a warm, collaborative and relatable approach to meet you where you are at.
(626) 314-6932 View (626) 314-6932
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Seema Sharma
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, SEP, EMDR, PhD-c
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
From the outside, you appear to have it all together… Yet on the inside, you may feel like you're barely holding it together. You may feel stuck in a relationship, a job, or your own life. Hi, I'm Seema. I help clients of all ages learn to set boundaries, voice what they want and need, and work on self-esteem issues. My clients come to me for many issues, ranging from depression, anxiety, relationships, chronic dating, family issues, dissociative disorders, to painful childhoods. I strive to create an alliance where we work together so you can freely explore anything that's on your mind and transform into your ideal future self.
From the outside, you appear to have it all together… Yet on the inside, you may feel like you're barely holding it together. You may feel stuck in a relationship, a job, or your own life. Hi, I'm Seema. I help clients of all ages learn to set boundaries, voice what they want and need, and work on self-esteem issues. My clients come to me for many issues, ranging from depression, anxiety, relationships, chronic dating, family issues, dissociative disorders, to painful childhoods. I strive to create an alliance where we work together so you can freely explore anything that's on your mind and transform into your ideal future self.
(626) 605-1785 View (626) 605-1785
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Matthew Herrera
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Associate Therapist (136003) supervised by Matthew J. Rohr, M.S., LMFT51186 based in Pasadena, California. Prior to joining Matt Rohr & Associates, I was at U.S. Vets: "Outside the Wire" where I worked with various veterans and veteran students struggling with severe mental illnesses including Bipolar, Borderline Personality, Major Depressive, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Gestalt, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Associate Therapist (136003) supervised by Matthew J. Rohr, M.S., LMFT51186 based in Pasadena, California. Prior to joining Matt Rohr & Associates, I was at U.S. Vets: "Outside the Wire" where I worked with various veterans and veteran students struggling with severe mental illnesses including Bipolar, Borderline Personality, Major Depressive, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Gestalt, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
(323) 849-3953 View (323) 849-3953
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Ivy Zequeira
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
My work and life experience repeatedly show me that we long for growth and life giving connections. Yet our behavior patterns, expectations, unmet needs, family dynamics, and coping skills (to name a few) seem to keep us stuck. You don’t need to figure this out on your own.
My work and life experience repeatedly show me that we long for growth and life giving connections. Yet our behavior patterns, expectations, unmet needs, family dynamics, and coping skills (to name a few) seem to keep us stuck. You don’t need to figure this out on your own.
(626) 714-2850 View (626) 714-2850
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Irene Choi-Rapp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been in practice for over 20 years. The foundation of my work is the firm belief that we are wired to connect with others. When we fail to do so in some aspects of our lives, we become depressed and anxious and feel alone. My goal is to help you have healthy connections with others. People who have found my work helpful include couples dealing with relational issues, cross-cultural relationships, childhood trauma, anxiety, cultural and race issues.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been in practice for over 20 years. The foundation of my work is the firm belief that we are wired to connect with others. When we fail to do so in some aspects of our lives, we become depressed and anxious and feel alone. My goal is to help you have healthy connections with others. People who have found my work helpful include couples dealing with relational issues, cross-cultural relationships, childhood trauma, anxiety, cultural and race issues.
(626) 586-1443 View (626) 586-1443
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Anne Crile
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91105  (Online Only)
I am a California, Arizona & Iowa licensed marriage and family therapist (CA 86294, AZ 15639, IA: 126195). I specialize in working with couples & individuals navigating life-altering medical conditions; women overwhelmed in the face of work, family & personal pressure; and couples struggling to create or restore fulfilling connection.
I am a California, Arizona & Iowa licensed marriage and family therapist (CA 86294, AZ 15639, IA: 126195). I specialize in working with couples & individuals navigating life-altering medical conditions; women overwhelmed in the face of work, family & personal pressure; and couples struggling to create or restore fulfilling connection.
(626) 269-2114 View (626) 269-2114
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.