Couples Therapy in Pasadena

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Build the Relationship You've Wanted with Couples Therapy in Pasadena, CA
We help couples build healthy relationships

Here it goes again—the familiar argument. It may start with something small, then quickly explode into a heated battle. You both struggle, feel alone, and fall into silence again.

Many couples experience these difficult patterns. Life begins to feel like a thin sheet of ice, always on the verge of breaking. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Our couples therapy in Pasadena can help you create something stronger.

We provide marriage counseling in Pasadena, CA.

We provide couples counseling in Pasadena, CA and Los Angeles to help couples move from isolation to connection. Whether you’re facing communication struggles, infidelity, or emotional distance, our Pasadena couples therapy professionals guide you toward clarity and reconnection.

Destructive patterns can be replaced with healthier ways of relating. With the help of a couples therapist in Pasadena, you’ll learn new tools to build trust, intimacy, and secure attachment.

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Connor McClenahan
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They see their clients face-to-face, which was a major plus for me

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Provided empathetic, attuned, and deeply compassionate presence that allowed for growth

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I was able to come back with clarity and restored passion

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Connor and his team are excellent!

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HOW COUPLES THERAPY CAN HELP YOUR RELATIONSHIP

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Create Clear Communication

Stuck in repetitive patterns? Learn new communication strategies to foster empathy and connection with couples therapy in Pasadena.

End Constant Fights

Fighting happens when we miss each other’s needs for attachment. Our Pasadena couples therapy helps uncover these core issues and create mutual understanding.

Move Forward From Relationship Affairs and Addiction

From betrayal to emotional withdrawal, couples counseling in Pasadena CA supports couples as they rebuild after deep wounds.

Articles on Couples Therapy

Read our recent blog articles on couples therapy and relationship health

Located in DTLA and Pasadena

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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Begin Your Journey to a Healthier Relationship Today

Searching for “couples therapy near me”? Our marriage and couples counseling in Pasadena is a first step toward renewed trust and love. Whether you prefer in-person sessions or virtual therapy, we’re here to support your journey.

FAQs

How Couples Therapy Works

Couples therapy and marriage counseling in Pasadena, California isn’t just a conversation—it’s a structured process to:

  • Resolve Conflict: Develop healthy ways to manage disagreement.

  • Enhance Communication: Say what you mean and listen to your partner’s needs.

  • Rebuild Trust: Heal from past hurt with compassionate guidance.

  • Deepen Intimacy: Reconnect emotionally and physically.

EFT Couples Therapy in Pasadena

When looking for couples therapy, often partners are overwhelmed by the emotional tension or icy coldness in the relationship. The first step is to broaden the couple’s understanding of the core issue they’re facing. The next is more difficult: it involves coming closer to the emotions and learning to express them in a way that fosters greater trust and intimacy. This can be a difficult process, and requires a therapist who can guide a couple through vulnerable experiences with safety.

Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy is a process that helps couples move from “secondary” to “primary” expressions of attachment emotions. When scared of rejection, partners will hide their vulnerable needs from each other in the form of criticism, anger, or distance. EFT therapists help couples practice openly expressing their emotion. Just like starting a warm fire, there’s a cascading effect when each partner expresses clearly and directly, promoting trust and secure attachment.

Over time, couples who have been explosive or distant are able to create deeper attachment bonds. They’re able to comfort each other, to reassure each other, and to feel positive feelings of connection together. A skilled EFT therapist will help you build the safety that you’re looking for in a relationship.

Restoration Couples Therapy Pasadena

Restoration therapy is a more structured process of couples therapy, or marriage counseling, that moves couples from their “pain cycle” to a “peace cycle”. The therapy starts with building a shared understanding of the couple’s pain cycle to broaden awareness. No problem can be solved before it is first understood. Next, the couple learns to differentiate – meaning they learn to self-reflect and express their emotional state – before they get into a heated argument.

This structured approach helps couples identify and break their pain cycles. Our marriage counseling in Pasadena empowers partners to reflect, communicate, and rebuild shared meaning for a healthier, more connected future.

Why Choose In-Person Couples Therapy in Pasadena?

If you’ve been typing “in-person couples therapy near me” into your search bar, we have LA and Pasadena therapists as well as welcoming office spaces for face-to-face sessions. Making the trip to see your therapist in person can be beneficial to your growth—here’s why it matters:
  • A Safe Space to Open Up. Therapy thrives when you feel secure enough to share freely. At home, you might worry about being overheard, but our private, consistent in-person setting lets you express yourself with confidence. This can make all the difference for couples who need a private space to talk.
  • Real Human Connection. Nothing beats the energy of being in the same room. Like catching up with a friend, face-to-face interaction flows naturally, with no lag to throw off the vibe. Research backs this up—even a tiny 0.2-second delay on video can make reactions feel off to your brain. In person, you get your therapist’s authentic, real-time presence. When you or your partner are feeling an emotion – whether it’s sadness, anger, or warmth – you want a therapist who isn’t missing your signals because of a small delay, or misses your body’s signal when you’re finally communicating well with your partner.
  • No Tech Glitches. The last thing you need is a frozen screen or choppy audio derailing a breakthrough moment. In-person therapy keeps the focus on you and your partner, not the Wi-Fi.
  • A Mental Reset.  Our clients say stepping into the office helps them leave work and distractions behind, making it easier to dive deep and get the most out of every session. Even the act of driving to therapy can clean the slate and help you reset before and after session.
Prefer flexibility? We also offer virtual therapy through a secure, user-friendly video platform, perfect for connecting with your therapist from wherever you are. Whether in-person or online, we’re here to meet you where you need us.

Talk with a Couples Therapist Within a Week

No wait lists. We won't leave you hanging

When you’re looking for an LA or Pasadena couples therapist, the last thing you want is to wait days or weeks, only to hear the therapist isn’t available to see you. Many couples give up and miss out on the help they need.

We know what that feels like, and have made it our goal to connect you with a couples therapist that can see you within a week of reaching out. That means we’ll get back to your request within a day. Additionally, if you need help choosing a couples therapist, we’ll pair you with a therapist you feel good about and that’s available to see you. Our marriage counselors in Pasadena and Los Angeles can see you for in-person or online therapy.

So click below and schedule a call with us. Were here to help you make a lasting change in your mental health and relationships.

The cost of couples therapy

Couples therapy in Pasadena typically costs $175–$300 per session, depending on the therapist’s experience and approach. At our practice, we offer transparent pricing and occasionally sliding-scale options to make therapy accessible.
Regarding insurance, many Pasadena therapists, including ours, accept out-of-network benefits through PPO plans. Coverage varies, so we recommend contacting your provider to verify benefits. Our team is happy to assist with insurance questions to ensure you get the most out of your plan. Contact us for a free consultation to discuss costs and insurance options tailored to your needs.

The cost of couples therapy

Couples who engage in therapy generally fare better than those who don’t. About 70-75% of couples in therapy report relationship improvements, with 50-65% maintaining their relationship 4-5 years later.
In contrast, couples in conflict who skip therapy have a higher failure rate—around 40-50% of first marriages end in divorce without intervention. For instance, after infidelity, 57% of couples who attend therapy stay together after 5 years, compared to just 20% if they don’t seek therapy and the infidelity remains hidden. Non-infidelity couples in therapy also do better, with 77% staying married after 5 years, against a 41% divorce rate for first marriages without therapy.
Therapy equips couples to handle conflict, while avoiding it often leads to worse outcomes.

Couples Can Expect Changes Both Immediately and Long-Term

The time couples therapy takes depends on your goals and challenges. For specific issues like communication breakdowns, 8–12 sessions may be enough, while deeper patterns, such as trust issues, might require 20+ sessions. Our Pasadena couples therapists use evidence-based methods like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Restoration Therapy to help you improve quickly. Weekly sessions yield the best outcomes, helping couples build stronger connections. 
Some high conflict couples need resolution quickly and can’t afford to wait months. For these couples we have a 6-week couples intensive aimed at giving plenty of support to couples who need resolution now. This is ideal for issues of separation and infidelity. Learn more here.