Virtual Services throughout California & Utah
Trauma & Somatic Therapy in Pasadena, CA
A Body-Based Approach for Children, Families and Adults Who Feel Overwhelmed..
You might feel stuck, disconnected or overwhelmed.
Perhaps you’re struggling to feel safe, navigating family stress or facing anxiety or depression, or trying to reconnect, you’re not alone!
Many of us long for closeness but feel pulled away, anxious, or overly self-reliant just when connection matters most.
Our bodies remember everything, the moments of safety and warmth, and the times we had to tighten, numb, or withdraw to stay safe.
Over time, these protective patterns can become automatic, shaping how we relate to ourselves and others.
Many of us try to “think” our way through pain, to understand, fix, or move on
Healing is rarely linear
But real healing often begins below the level of words, in the body itself
Our bodies and heart need attention and self compassion
By noticing your sensations, impulses, and emotions, you can:
Help children feel safe, seen, and regulated
Building stronger, more resilient bonds
Guide towards emotional balance and self-trust
Transform disconnection into secure, loving connections.
Therapy Services in Pasadena, California and Virtually throughout Utah
Somatic & Attachment Therapy
Struggling with a connection between physical sensations and your inner child. Therapist helps with the reconnection in your body and mind.
Trauma Informed Therapy
Do feeling stuck, unsafe, or disconnected? Therapy provides a space to process difficult experiences, reduce distress, and reclaim your sense of control and safety.
Adolescents & Teen Therapy
Providing a safe, grounding space to explore big emotions, overwhelm, and patterns that feel confusing or hard to manage.
Anxiety Therapy
Anxiety can show up in so many ways, racing thoughts that won’t quiet, a body that always feels on edge, or a constant sense that you’re falling behind or not doing enough.
Couples/Relationship Therapy
When every talk with your love one turns into the same painful loop, it’s natural to feel stuck and discouraged. Relational work helps with reconnection.
Child & Family Therapy
Struggle with anxiety, depression, behavior issues, like meltdowns, and outbursts; or have experienced hard things such as, trauma, chronic stress, bullying, adoption, illness or death of a loved one.
Frequently Asked Questions
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CALIFORNIA CLIENTS:
Individual therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $220
Mini-session (30 minutes) @ $110
Couple Therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $275
Family Therapy Session (50 minutes) @ $275
Sliding Scale Option
A limited number of sliding scale spots may be available ($150–$200) for those who qualify. Please indicate interest during your consult. -
I don't, no. so I can focus fully on you, not on insurance rules or corporate policies. This allows for higher quality care, more flexibility, and more confidentiality.
Why? Because real healing takes time, and your story is unique. Therapy isn’t about following a script or meeting quotas, it’s about creating a space where you feel seen and understood. Staying independent allows me to tailor our work to what you truly need, without being restricted by session limits or standardized treatments. This means we can go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you.
I know that paying out-of-pocket can feel overwhelming. To help, I’m happy to provide a monthly statement (a “Superbill”) that you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. I am happy to assist you through Thrizer
If the fee feels like a stretch, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I offer sliding-scale options because I believe therapy should be accessible. If you feel like we’d be a good fit, we can find a way to make it work. You're not alone in this—I’m here to support you every step of the way.
As a general rule, call your insurance company prior to our first session in order to verify out-of-network reimbursement and coverage by asking the following:
Does my plan include out-of-network, outpatient mental health coverage?
If so, what percentage of the fee do you reimburse for therapy with a licensed LMFT?
Do I have an annual deductible and has it been met?
Is there a limit to the number of sessions my plan covers per calendar year?
How do I submit claims?
Some carriers have been authorizing Telehealth during the COVID pandemic but intend to eventually drop this coverage. Clients must contact their plan administrator to verify that their PPO plan covers outpatient mental health via telehealth with an out-of-network provider.
How does therapy work?
Utah Clients
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All intake paperwork must be completed by the day before your first session. If it’s not, your appointment may be canceled and your slot released.
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I’m also a participating provider with Headway for:
Aetna of Utah
Carelon Behavioral Health in Utah
Quest Behavioral Health in Utah
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey (coming soon)
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
Humana (coming soon)
Optum (coming soon)
Select Health - Utah (coming soon)
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YOU hold the POWER to heal yourself!
Healing starts with listening to your inner voice and trusting your body’s wisdom.
When you do, transformation spreads outward, helping you relate to yourself, your loved ones, and the world with greater confidence, connection, and ease.
You can create safety, closeness, and meaningful connection in your life.