Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Pasadena, CA.

 

Is shame negatively affecting your life? Many people feel shame for all sorts of reasons, but shame is often a weapon used in bullying behaviors to make others feel defenseless, embarrassed, or confused. If you are experiencing these symptoms of shame, then it's a good idea to seek professional assistance from a licensed therapist, who can help you make sense of those feelings and stop them at the source.

Whether you are located in downtown Pasadena, the suburbs of Pasadena, other nearby places such as Monterey Park, Arcadia, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Signs of Shame

If you’re wondering whether you’re experiencing shame, this section is for you. Shame can bring on a myriad of symptoms, including:

  • Feelings of vulnerability.
  • Feelings of rejection.
  • Feeling small in relation to others.
  • Worrying about failing.
  • Worrying about what others may think about you.

This is not an exhaustive list. Licensed therapist Aaron Mason wrote this article about shame, imperfections, and the difference between guilt and shame.

Don’t Wait: Get Shame Counseling Today!

It’s totally normal to feel shame in the short term, but when these feelings linger or grow over time, they can have detrimental effects on your self-esteem and mental health as a whole. Therapy can help tremendously by helping you discover the source of your shame and how to overcome it. And Mental Health Match can help you find a quality therapist to get started. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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Red Galura
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support you in reconnecting with yourself, your values, the people, relationships, and communities that are most important to you! My approach is centered on social justice principles. We will define your goals and grow your motivation for change.


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support you in reconnecting with yourself, your values, the people, relationships, and communities that are most important to you! My approach is centered on social justice principles. We will define your goals and grow your motivation for change.

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Strengths-based and collaborative. Instead of reframing problems, we will REFLECT on your life and expand on the meaning of your experiences. Together, we will expose your strengths and tap your skills that help make changes towards your goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
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Kerstin Hern
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Explore stories and emotions + learn coping skills/exercises (CBT, mindfulness, compassion) to gain awareness and insights that empower you to change undesirable thoughts and behaviors. Together, we'll transform stress, self-esteem & relationships.


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Explore stories and emotions + learn coping skills/exercises (CBT, mindfulness, compassion) to gain awareness and insights that empower you to change undesirable thoughts and behaviors. Together, we'll transform stress, self-esteem & relationships.

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I use evidence-based tools, skills, neuroscience education + somatic work, mindfulness and creativity blended into each client's unique strengths and gifts. This creates a space to be vulnerable, open up, uncover insights, and achieve your goals.

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  • ADHD in Womxn or Femme Populations
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Nick Ulrich
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Work through crippling anxiety, learn to process and deal with complex trauma, and begin to develop new skills to navigate any forms of depression. I enjoy also working with clients who are looking for LGBTQ+ affirming identify exploration work.


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Work through crippling anxiety, learn to process and deal with complex trauma, and begin to develop new skills to navigate any forms of depression. I enjoy also working with clients who are looking for LGBTQ+ affirming identify exploration work.

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I encourage you to be the one to take ownership of the therapeutic process. I allow you to bring up the topics you want to discuss, and then I can help with exploration in identifying themes, connections, and other valuable tidbits of the process.

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Jennifer Macias
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Some themes include-but are not limited to grief and loss, transitions, guilt, boundaries, communication, self-compassion, forgiveness, identifying feelings & patterns, practicing assertive communication and reframing thoughts.


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Some themes include-but are not limited to grief and loss, transitions, guilt, boundaries, communication, self-compassion, forgiveness, identifying feelings & patterns, practicing assertive communication and reframing thoughts.

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I use evidence-based practices and will create a concrete plan & work through it together to help you find relief. I will help you navigate difficult things, teach you to work through them and will support you through it all.

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  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Adjustment
  • Self-Esteem
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Jennifer Macias remote and phone therapy in California, North Carolina
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Remi Bean
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Build skills to manage stress, anxiety, and trauma triggers. We will develop a unique plan to achieve your goals or resolve unprocessed trauma. I can also support you in developing gender surgery preparation plans or letters of support.


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Build skills to manage stress, anxiety, and trauma triggers. We will develop a unique plan to achieve your goals or resolve unprocessed trauma. I can also support you in developing gender surgery preparation plans or letters of support.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach to therapy is relational, tailored to each individual, and grounded in psychodynamic theory. I also provide trauma therapy such as EMDR and yoga therapy, which is more structured and guided.

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  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Stress
  • Communication Skills
  • Developmental Trauma
  • Gender Transition
  • Life Transitions
  • Racial Trauma
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  • Relationship Trauma
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  • Sexual Trauma
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