Therapists in Pasadena, CA

It is in our nature to live our lives through stories. Often our stories can become overshadowed by the effects of problems in our lives. Trauma, anxiety, depression and difficult life transitions may have taken you away from what you value most, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected. My goal is to honor all parts of your story, providing a compassionate space for you to heal and re-claim your own agency in your life.

Life definitely has its challenging moments. You don't have to face these challenges alone. Together we can help you develop a deeper understanding of the emotional stresses you are experiencing. Relationship problems, loss of a loved one, depression, anxiety, a medical crisis, career options closing, or lack of direction in life often leave people feeling overwhelmed. Therapy can create a clearer understanding of unresolved issues, help you develop a sense of meaning, broaden your life perspective, and move you forward to a more vibrant future.

Imagine a ghost who is haunting a person when they are most vulnerable to take control of them. This is the way trauma shows up in our lives. It slowly reveals itself and every encounter is scarier than the previous. Furthermore, no one else can validate this experience because they cannot see the ghost at first, which leads the person to feeling alone, isolated, and vulnerable. I can come along side with you as you overcome this ghost. You can overcome your trauma in therapy with a safe and supportive environment to take on whatever it is that is haunting you.

I have worked in a wide range of settings, including college counseling, hospitals, and correctional settings, which has given me an appreciation for different cultures, perspectives, and lifestyles. These experiences have taught me that although we all have our struggles and make mistakes, we are each deserving of care and compassion. My hope is to help people feel understood, valued, and accepted, no matter their background or situation.

As a therapist, I see myself guiding people on their life path by overcoming such obstacles as depression, anxiety, fear, self-limiting beliefs, and helping them to experience instead the beauty and warmth of their inner rainbow, of claiming joy as their birthright. I love working especially with women at a major transition in their lives: whether from young adulthood to womanhood, from motherhood to 'empty nest' and, ultimately, menopause; women in quest for healthy relationships and a greater meaning in their lives. Spiritual growth, creativity, finding one's purpose - are important issues for everybody to be able to live life to its fullest. I weave my work with a variety of therapeutic approaches including Holistic Healing, Dreamwork and Art Therapy. I'll be happy to discuss any needs you might have to see which modality - group or/and individual therapy - would be the best for you.

Author and psychologist Alice Miller once wrote, “Consciously experiencing our legitimate emotions is liberating. Repressed emotion can be resolved as soon as it is felt, understood, and recognized as legitimate.” Dr. Miller’s words capture my work as a psychotherapist. It is my hope to help my patients legitimately experience their complex emotional worlds in order to cultivate a rich and meaningful life. Although this is no easy task, I offer my partnership on this journey toward relief and healing, both internally and interpersonally.

Perhaps you feel overwhelmed, like you're not living at your full potential. Maybe the standards you have for yourself feel nearly impossible to actually fulfill. I've been this person and I love helping other people learn to see a different way of being. You may know it as stress, worry, or busyness. In therapy we like to talk about it as anxiety. The feeling that you must keep track of and respond to more than feels humanly possible.

There's nothing quite like the security of close connections. When those connections are strained, so is your sense of safety. “Being yourself” may feel like a tall order if it threatens your relationships. You need a space with another human being whose job it is to know and understand you from a place of curiosity and compassion. A space where you can question your beliefs and get clear on who you are without the fear of being condemned.

My primary focus and passion is working with women and underrepresented groups in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) fields. I work with anxiety, depression, adult survivors of childhood abuse, and more. I have a special interest in working with early career professionals around topics of navigating conflicting expectations, impostor syndrome, and work-life balance. I am the author of The Empowered Highly Sensitive Person: A Workbook to Harness Your Strengths in Every Part of Life. Find it at: amazon.com/author/amandacassil

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in supporting neurodivergent individuals and those with chronic health issues with a neuroaffirming approach. Living with a chronic condition–anxiety, depression, Autistic or ADHD burnout, medical trauma, chronic illness, to name a few–can feel exhausting, overwhelming, and relentless. Taking care of yourself and getting through the day can feel like a job in and of itself. Finding a way to support your own unique body, brain, and experience is crucial to navigating life with a chronic condition. You are not broken, but you may not feel whole.

I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and young adults along with the families who support them. I have extensive experience in treating mood disorders, self-harmful behaviors, behavioral difficulties and issues related to identity, relationships and entering adulthood. Additionally, I work extensively with people who are experiencing grief due to loss, trauma and abuse.

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).

I'm passionate about helping others learn how to heal within relationships by resolving conflicts, practice/implementing effective coping mechanisms, and navigating through life's challenges. I am bilingual in Spanish/English, specialize in complex trauma and PTSD, living with chronic illness and pain, grief and loss, and religious deconstruction. I am also passionate about working with BIPOC and offer sex-positive, LQGBTQ+ affirming care.

For many of us, the challenges we face in our daily lives can be overwhelming, no matter what form they take. We find ourselves repeating the same unhealthy patterns, yet struggle to understand why. After a while we begin to lose trust in our judgement and grow distant from our intuition, finding it difficult to identify our own guiding voice. So we learn to cope through any means possible, which often emulate ways we have learned to protect ourselves. We find ways to run from the pain and our internal shame through substance use, unhealthy relationships, and other self-destructive behaviors.

Do you find patterns repeating in your life? Different faces but same feelings, same dynamics emerging? Maybe you leave a work situation where you aren't feeling heard, only to see the same thing happening in your friendships? Ready to transform the beliefs keeping you stuck in repeating cycles, rather than just changing the face or the circumstance? Break the chains in the chain reactions you've been experiencing and liberate your life. Return to the dignity of choice in your life by changing the beliefs that inform the way you make choices.

Dr. Marguery Lyvers is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (CA PSY25499) with expertise in the assessment of learning disorders, ADHD, and other neuropsychological and psychological/emotional conditions. Dr. Lyvers enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults to remove barriers to educational and personal success through individually tailored interventions and accommodations.

Hi! I'm so happy you're here and that you're taking this courageous step towards personal growth! I am a bilingual (Spanish/ English) first generation Latina, born and raised in Southern California. I believe that our early childhood experiences and relationships shape the way in which we relate to the world and those around us. I use an eclectic approach to therapy including CBT, Psychodynamic and Strength Based amongst others to support you and your individual needs.

Stress and anxiety can drain emotional and physical energy, making even the smallest life obstacles seem impossible to overcome. When we are anxious or stressed, we have trouble sleeping, feel exhausted from worrying, and have difficulty concentrating and making decisions. Anxiety and stress can also make people socially avoidant, risk aversive, or hypervigilant, as if something catastrophic is just about to happen. If you are often worried, tense, or keyed up, or have frequent panic attacks, know that anxiety can be treated successfully.

Waitlist for New Clients. Juliana specializes in working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, school and social challenges. She believes that as humans we are wired for connection. We long to experience “The Four S’s,” to feel safe, seen, soothed, and secure. Juliana approaches therapy as an opportunity to support clients in developing strong and compassionate relationships. She uses her intellect, humor, compassion, and sense of play to help clients and their families to develop insight, empathy, and skills to meet their individual goals.