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Melissa Mcmullin

Melissa Mcmullin

South Pasadena, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Melissa Mcmullin, PsyD, is a dedicated psychologist who believes in the transformative power of therapy. She understands that sometimes, life can feel off-balance, prompting the need for change. Whether her clients are experiencing challenges such as imposter syndrome, resilience building, or navigating significant life transitions, Melissa is there to help them shift unproductive patterns and create constructive new pathways.<br /> <br /> She works collaboratively with individuals who are open to exploring their challenges and eager to find solutions. Through her empathetic approach, Melissa creates a safe space where clients can reflect on what is working in their lives, what isn’t, and how they can implement meaningful change. By integrating various therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each client, whether they are preteens, children, teens, or adults.<br /> <br /> Melissa also provides thorough assessments for attention, memory, and learning concerns, enabling her clients to gain clarity and insight into the factors affecting their journeys. Her ultimate goal is to empower individuals to reclaim their lives, find balance, and realize their dreams. Melissa is passionate about helping her clients actualize the change they desire, guiding them towards resilience and fulfillment.
Specialties
Anxiety Perinatal Mood Disorder
Ray Morton

Ray Morton

South Pasadena, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Ray Morton is a dedicated and licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over two decades of experience supporting individuals on their journeys toward self-discovery and healing. He believes that the essence of psychotherapy lies in reconnecting individuals with their true selves, allowing them to live authentically rather than conform to societal expectations. Ray specializes in helping people navigate through anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress, as well as issues related to identity, self-direction, and confidence. His expertise extends to addressing grief and loss, creative blocks, bi-polar disorder, substance abuse, and relationship conflicts. Utilizing a humanistic and client-centered approach, Ray creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can openly process their thoughts and feelings. His ultimate goal is to empower individuals to reduce emotional distress, enhance self-esteem, solve complex problems, and cultivate fulfilling relationships, leading to more satisfying and happier lives.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Chronic Pain Depression Domestic Violence Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Student Life
Kelly Muhonen

Kelly Muhonen

South Pasadena, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Kelly Muhonen is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist who understands the barriers that can hinder one's ability to give and receive love in healthy relationships. She specializes in guiding individuals towards healing from past wounds, enabling them to foster self-love and build authentic connections with others. Through her expertise in trauma-focused therapy and modalities such as EMDR, she empowers her clients to develop self-confidence and awareness that fuels creativity and deeper relationships. Kelly is also a certified Safe and Sound Protocol provider, allowing her to help clients cultivate a sense of safety and calm. Her areas of focus include trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, and emotional struggles, as well as spiritual growth, parenting, and family dynamics. Additionally, Kelly offers innovative running therapy, combining physical movement with trauma-informed, body-centered psychotherapy. Recognizing the courage it takes to seek therapy, she honors the journey of her clients and supports them in crafting a personalized plan to achieve their goals in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief Managing Emotions PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Spirituality
Rebecca Pittenger

Rebecca Pittenger

South Pasadena, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Rebecca Pittenger, a dedicated Psychologist with a PhD, specializes in helping individuals break free from feelings of being stuck through effective therapeutic approaches like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting. By utilizing these powerful methods, she enables her clients to resolve traumas and overcome performance anxiety, whether in sports or the arts, as well as address issues related to depression and anxiety that affect their quality of life. Rebecca is passionate about fostering a safe and collaborative therapy experience, where clients can develop essential skills, gain personal insights, and manage their symptoms to facilitate positive change. She particularly enjoys working with individuals who embrace spirituality in their healing journey, as well as those from the artistic and LGBTQ communities. In addition to EMDR and Brainspotting, she employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in her practice, drawing inspiration from the works of Carl Jung and Carl Rogers to promote exploration and insight. With a flexible approach tailored to each client's needs, Rebecca is committed to supporting her clients in realizing their full potential and enhancing their life experience.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Getting Unstuck LGBTQ+ Spirituality
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Akiah Robinson Selwa

Akiah Robinson Selwa

South Pasadena, CA
LMFT
Akiah Robinson Selwa, LMFT, is dedicated to helping individuals, families, couples, and children navigate their paths to healing and growth. With over 15 years of experience, she leads her practice with a strong belief in hope, acceptance, and a holistic approach. Utilizing an attachment-focused, trauma-informed framework, Akiah provides tailored therapeutic solutions designed to foster connection and understanding within families and relationships. The practice prioritizes affordability, offering reasonable rates along with sliding scale options specifically for foster and adoptive parents, widows or widowers, and college or graduate students. Her specialties encompass Mind-Body-Spirit integration, Trauma-Focused therapy, Brief Strategic Family Therapy, and Managing Adaptive Practices EBP, all infused with an abundance of hope and encouragement.
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Mark Santarelli

Mark Santarelli

South Pasadena, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, PSYD
Mark Santarelli, a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with a PsyD and LMFT credentials, understands the struggles of feeling isolated and the desire for meaningful connections and fulfilling work. He invites individuals to partake in what he calls a 'therapy laboratory'—a creative and safe space where curiosity thrives. Mark guides clients through their inner journeys, facilitating emotional excavations that allow them to listen to their unconscious, explore dreams, and give space to their inner child. He encourages taking risks and uncovering new aspects of one's self, revealing the creative potential that lies within. With a rich understanding of psychoanalytic therapy, he emphasizes the importance of curiosity, deep listening, and recognizing how childhood experiences shape present patterns. Mark helps clients discover their deeper selves through an archaeological exploration of emotions and relationships. In his work with couples, he creates a safe haven for vulnerability, urging them to let down their defenses and reflect on their experiences. Mark believes that understanding the roots of emotional responses, such as recognizing that rage often stems from unprocessed sadness, is essential for growth in relationships.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma
Myriam Savage

Myriam Savage

South Pasadena, CA
PHD, MA
Dr. Myriam Savage is a narrative-trained drama therapist who adopts a person-centered approach in her work. She skillfully facilitates individuals, families, and groups, both in corporate and educational settings. Through a collaborative process, clients embark on a journey of re-authoring their problem-saturated life narratives, exploring expressive therapies that promote an embodied, cognitive, safe, and creative experience. Dr. Savage aims to restore the whole person, focusing her expertise on critical areas such as self-identity, foster care, adoption, rehabilitation, adolescence, anxiety, trauma, multiculturalism, and social skills. Her approach nurtures clients through meaningful talk, discovery, and recovery, building rapport grounded in drama therapy and positive psychology. Utilizing various modalities—mindfully employing role play, role reversal, movement, sandplay, puppet play, artwork, music, poetry, journaling, dreamwork, masks, and sensory exploration—Dr. Savage creates a gestalt, experiential, and safe environment to address diverse personal challenges. She encourages individuals to embrace their birthright of joy under her guidance. Additionally, as a faculty member of the UCLArts and Healing Social Emotional Arts (SEA) program, an adjunct at several universities, and the director of her drama therapy school, she trains professionals on how to facilitate healing for both children and adults. A member of AEA and SAG-AFTRA, Dr. Savage also collaborates with industry professionals. Her commitment is to help clients find their light.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Eating Disorders Family Stress Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Student Life
Heather Simons

Heather Simons

South Pasadena, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Heather Simons is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who is deeply passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, and couples through a diverse array of personal challenges, including anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, shame, depression, trauma, grief, and concerns around sexuality and identity. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities and perspectives tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients, including psychodynamic, somatic approaches, family systems, and mindfulness techniques. Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Heather brings compassion, warmth, humor, and honesty to her practice. Her collaborative and creative approach encourages clients to explore the significance of their challenges and discover new ways of relating to the world. Heather is committed to providing a safe and nonjudgmental environment, recognizing that a genuine connection is crucial for effective therapy. Her clients often find that this supportive space allows for meaningful transformation and growth.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Chris Smith

Chris Smith

South Pasadena, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chris Smith is a dedicated NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing compassionate support in clinical practice since 1989. He understands that everyone struggles at varying times in their lives and recognizes the importance of seeking help to navigate through mental health challenges. With extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings—including the private sector, community not-for-profit organizations, the VA hospital, and private practice—Chris is well-equipped to assist individuals of all ages. His expertise spans a wide array of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, trauma, and stress management, as well as specific needs related to men’s issues, suicidal ideation, and LGBTQ+ concerns. Chris fosters a safe and trusting partnership with his clients, helping them to set goals and identify actionable steps toward growth and healing. Recovery is not just a possibility; it’s a journey that Chris feels privileged to share with those he assists, guiding them towards a renewed sense of well-being.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Sara Sorsby Dennis

Sara Sorsby Dennis

South Pasadena, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Sara Sorsby Dennis, a seasoned psychologist with over 30 years of experience, understands that life can be profoundly challenging. Clients approach her after facing dramatic life events, grappling with addiction, enduring unrelenting illnesses, or struggling with personal traumas and emotional emptiness. It takes remarkable courage to seek help, and Dr. Sorsby Dennis is there to guide individuals, couples, and families on their journey inward, helping them uncover lost parts of themselves. Her practice encompasses various therapeutic modalities, including transpersonal therapy, psychoanalysis, and family systems approaches. She is also a Certified Jungian Analyst and brings her artistic background into therapy, offering creative expression as a path to healing. In today's often isolating world, she provides a supportive presence to help clients navigate life's turbulent waters towards a deeper sense of belonging and fulfillment.
Specialties
Addiction Depression Grief Loneliness PTSD/Trauma Spirituality
Aspire Therapy Center

Aspire Therapy Center

South Pasadena, CA
Aspire Therapy Center is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective support to individuals and families experiencing a range of challenges. With 14 years of experience in mental health and personal growth, this center specializes in addressing issues such as ADHD, relationship dynamics, and life transitions across diverse age groups including preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders. Their skilled team utilizes a wide array of therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy, among others. Committed to fostering a supportive environment, Aspire Therapy Center offers personalized therapy tailored to the unique needs of each client, whether they seek individual, couples, or family counseling. Through a blend of humanistic practices, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and psychodynamic insights, Aspire Therapy Center guides clients on their journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Specialties
ADHD
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Karen Tinsley

Karen Tinsley

South Pasadena, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Karen Tinsley is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who embodies the spirit of care and compassion in her practice. Individuals and elders seeking guidance can expect a holistic approach that acknowledges the complexities of their life stories, including trauma, family history, and societal challenges. Karen’s therapeutic style is deeply empathetic, focusing on uplifting her clients as they navigate their mental health journeys. She fosters a safe and supportive environment, allowing clients the freedom to heal, process, and grow. By emphasizing the inherent strengths of individuals, families, and their communities, Karen seamlessly integrates various psychotherapeutic techniques, ensuring a customized experience that caters to each person’s unique needs. Her extensive experience and genuine passion for serving others empower her to be a powerful agent for positive change in the lives of those she works with. Karen is committed to guiding her clients through life’s transitions, helping them build resilience and find balance on their personal journeys.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Magen Todd

Magen Todd

South Pasadena, CA
Psychologist, MA
Magen Todd, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a PhD and MA, is dedicated to helping adults navigate through relationship and sexual wellness challenges over her 16-year career. Specializing in issues such as trauma and PTSD, relationship dynamics, and sex therapy, she employs a holistic and adaptable approach to meet the diverse needs of her clients. Magen understands that each individual's journey is unique; hence, she offers a range of modalities including Somatic therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, and more tailored to enhance client growth and healing. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, she is the founder of Hope Therapy, a multidisciplinary team of clinicians offering expertise in treating Addiction, Couples' issues, Sexual Dysfunction, and Complex Trauma. With the convenience of Telehealth therapy options available for anyone in California, Magen ensures that quality therapy is accessible regardless of location. Her commitment is not only to help clients overcome their obstacles but also to empower them to thrive in their personal and relational lives.
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Specialties
Addiction PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress

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