Trauma & Somatic Therapy in Pasadena, CA
Virtual Services throughout California & Utah
A Body-Based Approach for Teens & Adults Who Feel Overwhelmed, Disconnected, or Stuck in Survival Mode.
Let’s begin healing today!
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Somatic Teen, Adult & Couples Therapist in Pasadena, California and Utah
I create a warm, creative, and compassionate space where children, teens, and adults feel safe to explore life’s challenges and empowered to move toward meaningful, lasting change.
→ Teens, I assist teens to better understand their emotions, build healthy regulation skills, and develop confidence from the inside out. Through evidence based approaches, and attachment work, I create a safe and supportive space where children can express themselves, process big feelings, and navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, social pressures, trauma, and major life transitions.
→ Adults and Couples, I integrate somatic and holistic practices to increase awareness of how the body holds stress, past experiences, and emotional patterns. Together, we slow down, build nervous system regulation, and create space for healing, clarity, and stronger connection, both within yourself and in your relationships.
If you’re ready to feel more grounded, more connected, and more like yourself again, I invite you to take the next step. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and begin your journey toward lasting change.
I work with Teens, Adults & Couples feeling like they’re “holding it together on the outside, but struggling internally.
Call or Text 626-657-8044
Learn more about me as a Therapist for Teens, Adults & Couples Here
You Might Be Here If…
𑁍 You hold it together all day, then feel it hit you the second you're alone
𑁍 Your body reacts before your mind catches up, racing heart, shallow breath, shutting down mid-conversation
𑁍 You've talked through your trauma in therapy before, but your nervous system still hasn't caught up
𑁍 You're a teen who's "fine" at school and falling apart at home (or a parent watching this happen)
𑁍 You want to feel safe being close to people again, physically, emotionally, or both
If this sounds familiar, therapy can help you understand these patterns and begin to shift them.
You’re in the right place.
If you’ve been feeling stressed, anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, you’re not alone.
Many people find themselves functioning on the outside while feeling exhausted, reactive, or shut down on the inside.
Therapy can help you slow things down, understand what’s happening in your nervous system, and begin to feel more grounded, connected, and in control of your life again.
👉 If this sounds familiar, Therapy may Help!
Call or Text 626-657-8044 today!
Therapy That Helps You Slow Down and Reconnect
In our work together, we focus on helping you understand your emotional patterns, your nervous system responses, and the experiences that shaped the way you cope today.
Therapy with me is:
𑁍 Grounded and paced so you don’t feel overwhelmed
𑁍 Focused on understanding your thoughts, emotions, and body responses
𑁍 Supportive of both current challenges and deeper patterns
𑁍 Centered on building emotional regulation and coping skills
You don’t need to have the right words or know exactly where to start. We figure it out together.
Therapy Services in Pasadena, California and Virtually throughout Utah
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Somatic & Trauma Therapy
Stress and emotion don’t just live in the mind. It shows up in the body too. Somatic therapy brings awareness to how you carry tension, stress, and emotion physically, while mindfulness tools help you cultivate presence and calm.
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Complex Trauma Therapy
Do feeling stuck, unsafe, or disconnected? Therapy provides a space to process difficult experiences, reduce distress, and reclaim your sense of control and safety.
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Dream Therapy
Dreams don’t usually have one fixed meaning. They often reflect emotions, patterns, or situations your mind is still working through, especially things that haven’t fully settled yet.
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Teen & Young Adult Therapy
When everything feels like too much. This stage of life is about figuring out who you are. This is a place you do not have to pretend.
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Relationship Therapy
When every talk with your love one turns into the same painful loop, it’s natural to feel stuck and discouraged. Relational work helps with reconnection.
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Anxiety Therapy
Anxiety can show up in so many ways, racing thoughts that won’t quiet, a body that always feels on edge, or a constant sense that you’re falling behind or not doing enough.
Call or Text 626-657-8044 today!
Frequently Asked Questions
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CALIFORNIA CLIENTS:
Individual therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $220
Mini-session (30 minutes) @ $110
Couple Therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $275
Family Therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $275
Sliding Scale Option
A limited number of sliding scale spots may be available ($150–$200) for those who qualify. Please indicate interest during your consult. -
Yes, I take Cigna, Aetna and Optum health insurance through. If you’re unsure about your coverage, I’m happy to support you in checking.
Superbills can also be provided for other insurance companies, that I am Out of Network. so you can use out of network benefits.
Why? I know that paying out-of-pocket can feel overwhelming. I’m happy, to help, to provide a monthly statement (a “Superbill”) that you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. I am happy to assist you through Thrizer
Cash Pay:
Some individuals want their Story Rewritten without insurance restrictions.
Why? Because real healing takes time, and your story is unique. Therapy isn’t about following a script or meeting quotas, it’s about creating a space where you feel seen and understood. Staying independent allows me to tailor our work to what you truly need, without being restricted by session limits or standardized treatments. This means we can go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you. This allows us to focus solely on your well-being without the constraints imposed by insurance requirements. Rest assured, our priority is to ensure that you receive the highest level of care and support throughout your therapeutic journey.
If the fee feels like a stretch, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I offer sliding-scale options because I believe therapy should be accessible. If you feel like we’d be a good fit, we can find a way to make it work. You're not alone in this—I’m here to support you every step of the way.
As a general rule, call your insurance company prior to our first session in order to verify out-of-network reimbursement and coverage by asking the following:Does my plan include out-of-network, outpatient mental health coverage?
If so, what percentage of the fee do you reimburse for therapy with a licensed LMFT?
Do I have an annual deductible and has it been met?
Is there a limit to the number of sessions my plan covers per calendar year?
How do I submit claims?
Some carriers have been authorizing Telehealth during the COVID pandemic but intend to eventually drop this coverage. Clients must contact their plan administrator to verify that their PPO plan covers outpatient mental health via telehealth with an out-of-network provider.
Utah Clients
Please contact me directly.
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All intake paperwork must be completed by the day before your first session. If it’s not, your appointment may be canceled and your slot released.
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I’m also a participating provider with Headway for:
Aetna of Utah
Carelon Behavioral Health in Utah
Quest Behavioral Health in Utah
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey (coming soon)
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
Humana (coming soon)
Optum (coming soon)
Select Health - Utah (coming soon)
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You Already Have Everything You Need to Heal, You Just Don't Have to Do It Alone!
Healing starts with listening to your inner voice and trusting your body's wisdom. My job isn't to fix you, it's to walk beside you while you remember how.
You can create that safety, closeness, and connection. The first step is one conversation.