Therapy Options

Individual therapy is confidential and collaborative between a therapist and a client. It is a safe space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences to understand yourself and your relationships better. Individual therapy can help you to:

• Improve your mental health
• Manage stress and anxiety
• Cope with difficult emotions
• Resolve relationship conflicts
• Make positive changes in your life

Individual therapy sessions typically last 50 minutes and are held weekly or bi-weekly. The frequency and duration of therapy will depend on your needs and goals.

During your first few sessions, you will work with your therapist to develop a treatment plan. This plan will outline your goals for therapy and the approaches that will be used to help you achieve them.

Your therapist will use measurement-based care to track your progress in therapy. This means you will be asked to complete questionnaires or rating scales at the beginning and end of each session. The results of these assessments will help your therapist to tailor your treatment plan to your specific needs.

Individual therapy can have many benefits for your mental health. Some of the potential benefits of individual therapy include:

• Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression
• Improved mood
• Increased self-esteem
• Better coping skills
• Stronger relationships
• A greater sense of well-being

Individual therapy can be a powerful tool for improving your mental health and overall well-being. If you are considering seeking therapy, please take the first step and contact Pasadena Perinatal Therapy today.

Couple therapy involves 75-minute sessions designed to help couples work through their issues and build stronger relationships. The therapist will work with each partner to understand their needs and perspectives and help them develop strategies for resolving conflict and improving communication.

Pasadena couple therapy can be helpful for couples who are experiencing a variety of issues, such as:

• Communication problems
• Conflict
• Infidelity
• Sexual difficulties
• Parenting stress
• Life transitions

Couple therapy sessions typically last 75 minutes and are held weekly or bi-weekly. The frequency and duration of therapy will depend on the couple’s needs and goals.

During the first few sessions, the therapist will get to know the couple and their history together. They will also assess the couple’s strengths and weaknesses and identify areas where they need to work.

The therapist will then develop a treatment plan tailored to the couple’s needs. This plan may include a variety of techniques, such as:

• Psychodynamic processing
• Cognitive Behavior Treatment (CBT)
• Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT)
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy
• Benefits of Couple Therapy

Couple therapy can have many benefits for couples, including:

• Improved communication
• Reduced conflict
• Increased intimacy
• Stronger relationship satisfaction
• Reduced stress and anxiety
• Improved self-esteem
• Greater intimacy
• More effective conflict resolution
• Increased emotional satisfaction

Don’t wait until your relationship is in crisis to seek help. Couples therapy can be a valuable tool for any couple, regardless of their challenges. Contact Pasadena Perinatal Therapy today.

The postpartum period can be a challenging time for new mothers. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed, you’re not alone. Our Recovering from Postpartum Group provides a safe and supportive space for women to share their experiences, learn coping strategies, and connect with others who understand.

In this 8-week group, you will:

• Learn strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety and/or depression
• Discover treatment techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Impersonal Neurobiology, and Somatic work
• Gain insights into the differences between baby blues and postpartum depression
• Develop self-care practices to enhance your emotional well-being
• Explore effective methods for managing stress and sleep deprivation
• Understand the complexities of returning to work
• Discuss various feeding options for your baby

• 8-week session
• In-person on Weds at 10:00 am
• Cost: Free for 4 weeks then $50 per week
• Babies in arms are welcome
• Register before starting

• Navigating the transition to parenthood
• Understanding the nuances of baby blues and postpartum depression
• Addressing common new parent worries and developing stress management techniques
• Dispelling myths surrounding body changes during postpartum and sharing personal experiences
• Implementing effective self-care strategies for both physical and emotional well-being
• Managing sleep deprivation and finding strategies to cope with exhaustion
• Preparing for and navigating the return to work
• Exploring various feeding options for your baby to ensure their nutritional needs are met

Parenting can be a rewarding yet challenging journey. In today’s demanding world, parents often face pressure and guilt surrounding their interactions with their children. Our Parenting Class aims to equip parents with the knowledge and skills to raise confident and resilient children.

• Discover the principles of mindful parenting
• Develop strategies for fostering emotional regulation skills in your children
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of social and emotional developmental stages
• Explore the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on child development
• Delve into the concept of attachment and the importance of love languages
• Learn effective behavior management techniques
• Appreciate the significance of play in child development

• 8-week session
• Starts TBD
• Virtual on-demand format
• Cost: TBD

• Embracing mindful parenting practices
• Nurturing emotional regulation skills in children
• Understanding the various stages of social and emotional development
• Recognizing the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)
• Exploring attachment theory and the importance of love languages
• Implementing effective behavior management strategies
• Valuing the role of play in fostering child development

Our Recovering from Postpartum Group and Parenting Class are designed to provide parents with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood. Join us at Pasadena Perinatal Therapy and embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and connection.