Counseling in South Pasadena, CA. Find the Right Therapist.

I believe good therapy helps us to find insight and clarity, create new priorities and gain the courage to change. I work with my clients to build a capacity for a deep and intuitive understanding of oneself and others.

For over forty years, Dr. Brainerd has worked with individuals, couples and families to help them understand and find relief from emotional distress and solutions for troubling and puzzling problems. He combines working on problems with enhancing the quality of life.

Sometimes we all experience tough times...loss, painful relationships, or overwhelming feelings. I want you to know that you don't have to walk through this season alone. Together we can find out how you can reclaim freedom in your heart and joy in your relationships.

My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental place where I can help my client’s reach their full potential by processing feelings (past and present issues), improving communication, and exploring family issues. I use CBT, EMDR and other approaches to help clients.

People come to me seeking someone who's done their own work and can help guide them through theirs—someone who is highly trained, compassionate, and honest. In our work together, you can expect to feel safe, understood, and free to show up as your true self.

I aim to provide a balance of safety and challenge and in doing so, I hope to help you understand how much you gain by being more of who you really are. I will guide you to lean into your humanity in order to integrate the unacknowledged parts of yourself.

As a Christian, I utilize psychological techniques with Christian principles from a Christian worldview. . I provide a warm, empathetic environment and a listening ear to validate what you are going through. I am passionate to help you become the best version of you.

Guiding people through the restructuring of life because of separation/divorce is my specialty, including co-parenting, divorce coaching, and other aspects of family law matters. We'll help you keep your dignity, stay out of court, and preserve your relationships.

NEW ZOOM CLASS on healthy relationships - more info in my bio! FIRST CLASS FREE! FREE in-depth communication guidelines at my website. Couples and family therapy LIGHTS ME UP:)! I am a relationship specialist utilizing EFT, PACT, NVC & more

I offer counseling for teens and pre-teens, men, women and couples. I specialize in individual and couples counseling, managing narcissism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD. I teach clients how to set boundaries and communicate more effectively.

My interest is to help relieve your distress and to help you achieve a better sense of well being in a safe private setting. Contact me for a phone consultation and let's talk. Let's work to discover your path for restoration and growth.

Creating space in our lives to reflect and process is important for our well- being, and maintenance of healthy relationships. Therapy provides an opportunity to validate our experiences.

My approach to therapy is eclectic. I tailor my process to each individual based on their unique challenges. There is more than one way to solve a problem or overcome an obstacle. Together, we will figure out what works best for you!