Hi, I'm Colleen. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trauma specialist based in Pasadena. For 16 years, I've worked with adults who are carrying things that are genuinely hard — and who are ready, or even just a little bit curious, about what it would feel like to set some of it down. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in evidence-based care. You'll leave sessions with real tools, not just insight. I specialize in family trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, OCD, and self-harm — and I bring genuine warmth and zero judgment to all of it. My approach is collaborative and direct. I'll meet you exactly where you are — and I won't leave you there. Sessions are organized and goal-oriented. You'll walk away with something tangible, not just talked at. I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches and tailor everything to what you actually need. Outside the therapy room, I'm a mom — which has given me a firsthand understanding of what it means to hold a lot at once and still need somewhere to put it down. I'm proudly LGBTQ+ allied and committed to creating an inclusive, culturally sensitive space for clients from all backgrounds and communities.