Family Therapy in Pasadena
We help families reconnect and heal together
Every family has moments of disconnection—tension that builds, communication that breaks down, or challenges that feel too heavy to carry alone. Whether you’re facing parenting struggles, navigating a life transition, or simply longing for a more peaceful home, family therapy can be the space where things begin to shift.
At Here Counseling, our approach to family counseling is grounded in care, respect, and practical support. We don’t take sides or place blame. Instead, we help each member feel seen, heard, and understood—so your family can rebuild trust and move forward together with clarity and compassion.
How Family Counseling Works at Here Counseling
Families are systems. When one part is hurting, the whole system feels it. That’s why our work looks at your family as a whole—how you interact, how you communicate, and what patterns may be keeping you stuck.
Your sessions won’t feel like lectures or interrogations. Instead, we guide you through conversations that help each person express themselves safely and honestly. With tools grounded in family systems therapy, emotion-focused work, and communication coaching, we help you explore both the conflicts and the connections that define your family life.
Whether you’re parenting teenagers, adjusting to divorce, or caring for aging parents, family therapy offers a space to explore what’s working—and what needs healing.
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Our Family Therapy Practitioners in Pasadena, CA
Dr. Rose So
THERAPY FOR RELATIONSHIP AND RACIAL TRAUMA
ADDY SONNELAND, AMFT
SOMATIC THERAPY FOR ANXIETY
McKenzie Laird, AMFT
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John Allan Whitacre, AMFT
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We’re in the Biltmore Offices located on 520 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 671. Parking can be found in Pershing Square or the LA Public Library.
Our Pasadena Office is located at 595 E Colorado Blvd. Suite 412. Parking can be found on the street.
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Family Therapy in Pasadena, CA
What Is Family Counseling?
Family counseling is a form of therapy that focuses on the relationships between family members. It’s not about placing blame—it’s about understanding how your family works, where it struggles, and how it can begin to shift into healthier patterns.
Sessions can involve all family members or just a few, depending on the situation. We may explore past dynamics, present concerns, and future hopes—always with a focus on creating space for open, respectful communication.
No matter how stuck things feel right now, we’ve seen families come back from disconnection and hurt—and yours can too.
What Challenges Can Family Therapy Help With?
Families come to us for many reasons, and each is valid. Some of the most common include:
- Difficulty parenting teenagers or young children
- Constant arguments or emotional withdrawal
- Adjusting to divorce or separation
- Blended family dynamics and step-parenting stress
- Sibling rivalry, behavioral concerns, or school-related issues
- Mental health struggles that affect the whole family
Whether the concern is recent or long-standing, we’re here to help your family find a healthier way forward.
Why Choose Here Counseling for Family Therapy in Pasadena?
We’re not here to tell you how to parent, fix your partner, or “solve” your family. We’re here to listen, to guide, and to help you create real change together.
Here’s what sets our family therapists apart:
- Licensed and trained in evidence-based family systems therapy
- Skilled in working with teens, parents, and blended families
- A warm, nonjudgmental environment for open conversations
- In-person and virtual availability to fit your lifestyle
- Quick therapist-matching and no long waitlists
You deserve support that sees your whole family, beyond roles, rules, and conflict. That’s what we offer.
Start Healing as a Family Today
You don’t need to keep navigating these challenges on your own. Family therapy isn’t just about fixing problems—it’s about creating space for connection, understanding, and lasting emotional strength.
Begin Your Journey to a Healthier Family Relationship Today
Our therapists understand that every family is different—each with its own culture, roles, and unspoken expectations. That’s why we take the time to carefully match you with a therapist who can guide your specific journey, whether you’re a blended family, a parent struggling with a teen, or a couple trying to co-parent effectively.