Best Depression Therapist Pasadena

Explore depression therapy in Pasadena with licensed therapists available in-person and online

You Can Heal With the Right Therapist

We can help you move from depression to hope

You deserve more than surface-level support. Our approach to depression counseling in Pasadena isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about meaningful, lasting change.

We help you:

  • Make sense of your emotions without judgment
  • Identify patterns that keep you stuck
  • Build practical tools to manage low mood, self-doubt, or emotional numbness
  • Reconnect with parts of yourself that have been pushed down or lost

Whether your depression is tied to a life event or has been lingering for years, therapy offers a space to breathe, reflect, and rebuild.

Finding the Right Depression Therapist in Pasadena Matters

Choosing a depression therapist in Pasadena isn’t just about credentials — it’s about connection. Therapy works best when you feel emotionally safe, seen, and supported.

At Here Counseling, we take time to match you with a therapist whose style and expertise align with your needs. Whether you’re looking for someone who takes a structured approach or a therapist who gives you space to explore, we’ll help you find that fit.

We understand how vulnerable it can feel to open up. That’s why we create a process that’s warm, easy to navigate, and grounded in respect from the very first session.

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Connor McClenahan
DIRECTOR, HERE COUNSELING

H.M.

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Genuinely cares about people. If you are looking for a therapist, I would highly recommend Here's team

J.M.

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I never felt like "a number". Two thumbs up

J.B.

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

M.S.

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

R.V.

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I was able to come back with clarity and restored passion

J. L.

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Connor and his team are excellent!

A.J.

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He was a great listener, moderator, and advisor to us
MEET OUR THERAPISTS WHO SPECIALIZE IN DEPRESSION

Our Therapists for Depression Can Help

Trauma Therapy in Pasadena with McKenzie Laird, AMFT

McKenzie Laird, AMFT

TRAUMA THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION
I help people with trauma and depression experience inner strength.
Ossanna Amran Therapy for Depression in Pasadena

Ossanna Amran

THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION IN PASADENA
I help people with depression find meaning and purpose
Andrew Wong, Therapy for Depression and Men in Pasadena

Andrew Wong, MA

THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION IN PASADENA
I provide depth therapy to reduce the destructive pattern of depression
Trauma therapy in Pasadena with Julia Wilson, MA

Julia Wilson, MA

TRAUMA THERAPY IN PASADENA
I help people resolve trauma and build self-trust

See a therapist that interests you? Request an initial phone call

WE OFFER THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION IN DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES AND PASADENA

How therapy helps depression

Feel Like Yourself Again

Depression can constrict the connected, happy, and motivated parts of you. Therapy helps you recover those feelings.

Stop the critical voice

Depression can be a tug-o-war between sadness and critical anger. Learn to develop kindness and release yourself from criticism.

Find Hope During Difficult Circumstances

Lifting depression means discovering meaning in your life.

Gain the Emotional Skills You Need

Having the right tools helps you feel secure even in a large storm. Therapy can help you build internal coping skills that help you long after you’re out of therapy.

Connect with Those Closest to You

Depression is isolating. Therapy helps establish deep connections with those around you.

Assessment for Depression

Get clear insights. We provide psychological testing using empirically validated measures so you can get accurate feedback about the way depression is affecting you.

Articles on Depression

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Depression Therapy in Pasadena

When You’re Tired of Pretending You’re Okay—We’re Here to Help

Sometimes depression doesn’t look like sadness. It looks like pushing through your day on autopilot. It looks like avoiding calls, numbing out with distractions, or feeling invisible in a room full of people.

At Here Counseling, we see you. If you’re searching for depression therapy in Pasadena, know that this is a place where your pain is taken seriously—and your healing matters.

The Weight You’re Carrying Doesn’t Have to Be Permanent

Depression can feel like a fog that just won’t lift. You may be thinking, “I should be fine,” or blaming yourself for not being able to “snap out of it.” But depression is not a personal failure. It’s a mental health condition, and like any condition, it can be treated.

Our licensed depression therapists in Pasadena work collaboratively with you to untangle what you’re feeling, understand where it’s coming from, and create a path forward that actually feels possible.

What Makes Depression Therapy in Pasadena Unique?

Pasadena has its own rhythm — a mix of calm neighborhoods, academic intensity, and professional pressure. Living here can mean juggling high expectations and hidden struggles. That’s why depression therapy in Pasadena must be attuned to the unique stressors of this community.

At Here Counseling, we bring a local understanding to our therapeutic approach. Whether you’re a young professional navigating burnout, a student under pressure, or someone feeling lost in the quiet moments of suburban life, we tailor your care to your lived experience in Pasadena.

Prefer to Meet From Home? Online Depression Therapy in Pasadena

If leaving the house feels hard—or if you just want therapy that fits into your busy life—we offer online depression therapy in Pasadena and across California.

Online sessions provide the same level of care, confidentiality, and connection, all from the comfort of a safe space you choose. Many of our clients say it’s what made starting therapy actually doable.

Our Depression Therapists are Committed to Meeting Your Goals

Sometimes people can worry that they’ll come to therapy forever. We feel differently. Our therapists will check in with you to make sure you are meeting your goals. You’ll experience 2 types of relief in therapy: the first is the lasting change you want to see in your life that has to do with alleviating the symptoms of depression. That can take some time. But the other is the relief you experience – immediately – when you sense you’re moving toward your goals. We believe when it’s a right fit – when you’re with a committed therapist – you’ll feel relief knowing you’re moving in the right direction.

Why People Choose Here Counseling for Depression in Pasadena

  • Deeply effective, trauma-informed therapy
  • Flexible options: in-office or online depression counseling in Pasadena
  • Therapists who are well trained
  • Support for adults, teens, and those navigating complex emotional lives

How Depression Therapy in Pasadena Supports Long-Term Change

A major part of recovery is understanding how depression affects your thoughts, your energy, your relationships, and even your sense of identity.

Our depression therapy in Pasadena helps you:

  • Recognize and interrupt cycles of self-criticism
  • Rebuild emotional trust in yourself and others
  • Build hope, motivation, and agency for the long-term.

Take the First Step Toward Relief

If you’re exploring depression therapy in Pasadena, that alone is a brave move. You’re acknowledging that something needs attention—and that you’re ready to feel differently.

Let’s talk. No pressure. Just a conversation to see if this feels like the right fit.

Because you don’t have to carry this alone anymore.

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 629. Parking can be found on the street.

Our therapists are also available for virtual appointments throughout California

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Find the right therapist and get help for depression

Give us a call today. We’ll help you choose a therapist and schedule an initial phone call at a time that works.