Complex Trauma Therapy in Pasadena, CA
Virtual Services throughout Pasadena, California & Utah
When Overwhelm and Disconnection Take Hold
Lingering effects from a single event, ongoing stress, or childhood experiences
Trouble sleeping or feeling unable to “switch off” your mind
A sense of being stuck or held back from the life you want
An invisible weight that affects relationships, work, and daily life
Trauma often lives quietly in the background, shaping how you move through the world.
How Trauma Can Show Up
How Complex Trauma Works in Therapy
Complex Trauma therapy prioritizes emotional and physical safety from the very beginning. You set the pace, and nothing is forced or rushed.
We will:
Creating a calm, supportive environment
Building trust and collaboration
Respecting your boundaries and choice
Healing happens best when your nervous system feels safe enough to relax.
Healing at Your Pace
There is no timeline for trauma healing. Progress looks different for everyone.
Therapy meets you where you are, honoring your experiences while helping you create a future that feels safer, more fulfilling, and more aligned with who you are.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Rather than “fixing” you, therapy supports your natural capacity to heal.
The process helps you:
Strengthen coping skills
Rebuild trust in yourself and others
Feel more grounded, connected, and present
Move forward with greater confidence and choice
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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. -
I don't, no. so I can focus fully on you, not on insurance rules or corporate policies. This allows for higher quality care, more flexibility, and more confidentiality.
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.
I know that paying out-of-pocket can feel overwhelming. To help, I’m happy 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
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.
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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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UTAH CLIENTS:
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)