Women therapists in South Pasadena, CA
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Serving Women
Mona Saba Valeriano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Even with insight and past therapy, you may still feel caught in patterns that leave you depleted—overextending yourself, avoiding conflict, striving to get everything “right,” or feeling disconnected in your relationships and from your own body. At some point, coping strategies that once protected you can begin to feel constricting.
In our work together, we delve into the deeper emotional and relational roots of these patterns. I bring 18 years of direct experience into the room, helping clients cultivate greater clarity, steadiness, confidence, and self-trust so they can move through relationships with more authenticity and assertion. My approach integrates experiential and depth-oriented therapies—including psychodynamic psychotherapy, ISTDP, EMDR, Brainspotting, and EFT—to support meaningful, lasting change at both the emotional, physiological and spiritual levels.
I see this work as especially important in a society that often prizes productivity over presence and autonomy over connection. By questioning dominant cultural narratives and inherited systems of disconnection, therapy can become a space for reclaiming connection, dignity, and care—within ourselves and across differences.
It is a privilege to accompany clients into their most tender and defended places. I trust that through this process, you can cultivate deeper self-understanding, greater inner coherence, and a more grounded sense of safety and belonging—within yourself and in the relationships that matter most.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Pasadena, CA
Online in South Pasadena, CA
Serving Women
Anna Yu Lee
Life Coach, PhD, MPH, MA
Dr. Anna Yu Lee is the founder of Concierge Mental Health & Associates (CMHA), a collaborative consultation practice, not a psychotherapy service. CMHA specializes in supporting clinicians, researchers, and educators, primarily high-achieving Asian women aged 18-40 through customized evaluations and feedback measures, individualized support plans, and curated referrals to a network of highly skilled mental health providers and evidence-based services including individual and couples therapy, neuropsychological assessments, and creative/educational workshops.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Pasadena, CA
Online in South Pasadena, CA
Serving Women
Rich Painter, M.S.
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Do you want a deeper sense of connection or a greater sense of purpose in life? You may be dealing with stress, fear, marriage issues, dating difficulties, confusion, life transitions, low self worth, career direction, or something else impacting your life and relationships. You might have a mistrust of men or women based on past, hurtful experiences. You are not alone. Imagine yourself living with greater peace, freedom, trust, creativity, courage, and empowering love. Getting you there is my specialty. With your life experience and my 20+ years of training and experience, we can team up to make your life and relationships more fulfilling. With my guidance, fear will be overcome, self-esteem will grow, and understanding will emerge. You can have the loving relationships you deserve, and the life purpose you desire. My clients often say they appreciate the calm demeanor and trust they feel with me. Together, we can help you craft the authentic life you were meant to live.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #114765 by the state of California and #3281 by the state of Florida. I offer professional counseling, life coaching, and spiritual direction for individuals, couples, children and families. I draw on the insights of psychological theory as well as spiritual resources for healing. I believe that by exploring unmet needs from the past, people can develop healthier relationships today. By working through painful losses and wounds, people can release unhelpful beliefs about themselves and others in order to live more fully in the present and with hope for the future. We are hurt in relationships; we are also healed in relationship, and the therapeutic relationship can be a useful resource. Areas of focus include couple, marital, and singlehood issues, family/parenting dynamics and attachment, anxiety, depression, adolescents and young adults, career coaching, abuse and trauma, spiritual growth and struggles, gender and sexuality issues, loss and grief, and pornography/addictions. I'm a certified Prepare-Enrich Counselor and offer premarital and marital couples counseling, and I'm also a certified Family Wellness Instructor. I'm a professional member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy as well as the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. My approach integrates Attachment Theory, Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Life Coaching, and is collaborative, supportive, non-judgmental, and tailored to fit your needs. If you are ready to take the next step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Pasadena, CA
Online in South Pasadena, CA
Serving Women
Shirley Johnson,
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, CYT
“I would rather be whole than good.” – Carl Jung
If you’re ready to move beyond performing, pleasing, or simply surviving and step into a more whole, honest version of yourself, I’d be honored to work with you. My approach blends psychodynamic depth, relational therapy, Gestalt awareness, and certified sex therapy to support meaningful, lasting change. I specialize in working with Black and POC adults and couples who want deeper connection, authenticity, and fulfillment. When you’re ready to choose wholeness, I invite you to reach out.
11 Years Experience
Online in South Pasadena, CA (Online Only)
Serving Women
Grace Akopyan
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #145795
Grace believes that her constant passion for learning, teaching, and extensive experience in the mental health field allows clients to experience a new type of therapist. Grace is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Pepperdine University Family and Couples Counseling Therapy professor that holds over a 10yrs of experience and founder of Therapy with Grace.
She specializes in couples and relationship counseling. She creates a personalized approach for each of her client with statistically proven tools to help build longevity , rebuild trust , commitment and create fulfillment in her clients relationships.
Simultaneously, she works with clients who suffer with anxiety and/or depression due to low self esteem, relationship heartbreak, transitional live events and lack of emotional regulation. She helps clients gain insight on their emotions, understand triggers and helps them regulate their emotions in order to take back control of their life. She helps her clients lean toward their faith and teaches them tools to help build a more fulfilling life.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Pasadena, CA
Online in South Pasadena, CA
Serving Women
Piyola Derbarseghian- Sex & Relationship Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
You deserve to feel seen, supported, and connected in your relationships, in your body, and in your sense of self. Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, sexual challenges, cultural expectations, or past trauma, therapy can be a powerful space for healing and growth. I work with individuals, couples, and polycules who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, and help them move toward deeper intimacy, emotional clarity, and self-trust.
My approach integrates trauma-informed care with a deep respect for culture, identity, and lived experience. As an Armenian therapist, I understand the weight of generational patterns, unspoken family rules, and the tension between tradition and individuality. If you come from a background or a culture where emotions or sexuality are hard to talk about, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to do this alone.
You bring the strength. I bring the tools. Together, we can create space for you to reclaim your voice, your relationships, and your sense of wholeness.
4 Years Experience
Online in South Pasadena, CA (Online Only)
Serving Women
Stephanie Sandoval - COLLECTIVE SPACE THERAPY
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Living in this world can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, and challenging. I will meet you wherever you’re at in life and provide a safe and supportive environment for health, healing, and recovery. I work with clients towards cultivating greater self-understanding, self-esteem, confidence and uncovering what is most meaningful and enriching to their existence.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Pasadena, CA
Online in South Pasadena, CA
Serving Women
Douglairian psychology apc
Marriage and Family Therapist, Lmft
My name is Dr. Roger Douglas, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am currently pursuing my licensure as a psychologist and committed to providing exceptional mental healthcare. I am fortunate to have a dedicated team of associates and license therapist who are eager to assist you in achieving your mental well-being goals.
5 Years Experience
Online in South Pasadena, CA (Online Only)
Serving Women
NeuroSpark Health
Psychologist
NeuroSpark Health specializes in providing ND-affirming autism and ADHD assessment as well as therapy, coaching, accommodations, and other support services to neurodivergent adults.
15 Years Experience
Online in South Pasadena, CA (Online Only)
Serving Women
Corrie Blissit
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT#150479
I believe therapy is a tool to self-actualization. In a society where doing is valued over being, I help people discover who they really are without the labels, titles, and neatly wrapped boxes we like to categorize ourselves in. My work is centered around helping people grow into the fullest version of themselves—one that feels more authentic, more alive, more aware, and more at peace. Whether you're dealing with stress, self-esteem issues, or navigating major life transitions, I am committed to guiding you towards lasting healing and self-discovery.
5 Years Experience
Online in South Pasadena, CA (Online Only)
Women therapists in South Pasadena, CA Statistics
Women therapists in South Pasadena, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (80%), Depression (68%), and Trauma and PTSD (62%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 80% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 68% | Depression |
| 62% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Stress |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
| 49% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Women |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 53% | Men |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 34% | Asian |