Trauma Therapy in Pasadena
Heal from Past Experiences and Live Fully Present
Soothe your fight-or-flight response with trauma therapy
Trauma is overwhelming your daily life.
You’re sitting in a quiet moment when a familiar sensation crashes over you—a racing heart, palms sweating, and your heart feels like it’s in a vice. Your mind spirals with flashes of fear, as if danger is suddenly near. You worry that this is happening again: That you’re losing control, that the panic will overwhelm you, or that you’ll never feel normal. You tell yourself to just breathe, to distract yourself, or avoid triggers altogether, but the feelings keep resurfacing, disrupting your relationships and daily life. You’ve tried everything, and you realize you need to make a change in order to resume the life you want.
Trauma therapy in Pasadena offers a safe path to healing by exploring these experiences, caring for your emotions, and learning new ways to cope.
Many people who have experienced trauma don’t know they’ve been traumatized until a life change, a shift in a relationship, or a trigger brings up painful symptoms. You might experience panic attacks, constant anxiety and fearfulness, depression, and disruptions in close relationships. You might have high distractibility, poor sleep, and difficulty trusting others.
We provide trauma therapy in-person in Pasadena and downtown Los Angeles
Trauma therapy addresses the fight-or-flight response that keeps your mind and body on edge, often elevating cortisol levels and affecting daily living. Our therapists each bring their own approach—whether it’s EMDR, somatic therapy, or psychoanalytic therapy—tailoring treatment to your unique needs. We believe in your brain’s innate capacity for healing and support you in creating new pathways to process and integrate past experiences.
Through trauma therapy, you can reduce symptoms, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen your relationships. Our team is sensitive to the bravery involved in this journey, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
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Dr. Rose So
TRAUMA THERAPY FOR HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS
John Allan Whitacre, AMFT
EMDR THERAPY FOR TRAUMA
ADDY SONNELAND, AMFT
SOMATIC THERAPY FOR TRAUMA AND ANXIETY
McKenzie Laird, AMFT
TRAUMA THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION
Arianne MacBean, LMFT
SOMATIC PSYCHOTHERAPY FOR TRAUMA AND ANXIETY
David Leong, LMFT
THERAPY FOR MEN WITH DEPRESSION
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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 on 595 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite 629. Parking can be found on the street.
Our therapists also offer virtual appointments throughout California
Trauma Therapy FAQs
Understanding Trauma Therapy
Trauma therapy is a specialized form of counseling designed to help individuals heal from traumatic experiences. It addresses the emotional, psychological, and physical effects of trauma, such as heightened vigilance and a persistent fight-or-flight response, which can elevate cortisol levels and disrupt daily life.
Our approach at Here Counseling involves safely exploring past events by listening to how your emotions—panic attacks, fearfulness, or depression—present themselves. Our therapists in Pasadena use techniques like EMDR, somatic therapy, and psychoanalytic therapy to help you process these experiences and live fully present.
How Trauma Therapy Helps You Heal
- Safe Exploration. You’ll revisit past events with a therapist who guides you through your emotional responses in a supportive way.
- Tailored Techniques. Therapists use methods like EMDR, somatic therapy, or psychoanalytic therapy, depending on your needs.
- Emotional Regulation. The process reduces the intensity of symptoms like panic attacks and depression, calming your fight-or-flight response.
Benefits of Trauma Therapy
Healing for a Better Life
Trauma therapy in Pasadena offers lasting benefits, including:
- Reduced Symptoms. Ease panic attacks, fearfulness, and depression.
- Improved Relationships. Heal emotional wounds that affect how you connect with others.
- Better Daily Living. Lower cortisol levels and regain control over your life.
- Resilience. Build strength to face future challenges with confidence.
Our therapists tailor their approach to help you achieve these outcomes effectively.
What to Expect During Trauma Therapy
In our Pasadena and LA offices, trauma therapy sessions are supportive and structured:
- Building Trust. Your therapist creates a safe space and explains the process.
- Exploring Emotions. You’ll address past events and current feelings with personalized techniques.
- Supportive Guidance. Regular check-ins ensure you’re comfortable and progressing.
- Grounding. Sessions end with strategies to help you feel centered.
Sessions last 50-90 minutes, with frequency tailored to your needs.
Cost and Availability of Trauma Therapy
Our trauma therapy rates align with market standards in Pasadena and Los Angeles. Visit each therapist’s profile page for pricing details.For more information, click here.
We offer in-person and virtual sessions with no waitlists—connect with a therapist within a week.