Business Details
Affordable Counseling Services in Pasadena, CA
Westminster Center has been a trusted community counseling resource for over 50 years, dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. Our mission is to provide accessible mental health support through personalized counseling, evidence-based practices, and affordable pricing. With a team of licensed clinicians and specialized programs, we create safe, confidential spaces for clients to develop practical tools for improving relationships and reclaiming joy.Our sliding scale fees ensure services remain financially accessible, while our experienced therapists address diverse needs including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Located in a welcoming converted home in Pasadena, we combine professional expertise with compassionate care to serve the San Gabriel Valley community.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Online Sessions
Group Therapy
Trauma Support
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Life Transitions Coaching
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of community mental health experience
- Our sliding scale fees make therapy financially accessible
- All clinicians hold professional mental health licenses
- Confidential sessions in a welcoming, professional environment
- Specialized expertise in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored one-on-one therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our licensed clinicians use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth through weekly 50-minute sessions.
Couples Therapy
Specialized relationship support helps couples improve communication and resolve conflicts. Therapists trained in attachment theory and systems approaches guide partners through weekly 50-minute sessions to rebuild connection and strengthen relationships.
Family Counseling
Multi-generational family sessions address relationship dynamics and behavioral patterns. Our therapists facilitate weekly 50-minute sessions using systems theory to improve family communication and resolve intergenerational conflicts effectively.
Online Counseling
Secure video therapy sessions available for individuals, couples, and families. This flexible option maintains the same professional standards as in-person sessions, with therapists using encrypted platforms for weekly 50-minute virtual meetings.
Group Therapy
Structured 8-week programs with small groups (6 participants) focus on specific themes. Led by experienced therapists, these 90-minute weekly sessions combine skill-building exercises and peer support to address shared challenges like relationship patterns or life re-engagement.
People
Katherine Carter
Director & Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with 25 years experience specializing in couples therapy, trauma recovery, and life transitions using integrative therapeutic approaches.
Susanna Boyer
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Experienced in treating trauma, anxiety, and cross-cultural living issues with a focus on client-centered and mindfulness-based therapeutic techniques.
Judy McCord
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
41-year veteran in family therapy specializing in parenting challenges and life transitions using cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches.
Erika Kosterlitzky
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Trauma specialist with expertise in foster care/adoption support using integrative therapeutic methods for individuals and families.
Tonie Zwaneveld
Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
Specializes in adolescent mental health and relationship challenges using cognitive-behavioral and relational life therapy techniques.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. All services are available in-person or online.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Start by completing our online intake form. A team member will contact you to discuss your needs and schedule your first session with the appropriate therapist.
Are your therapy fees affordable?
Our standard rates are 20-30% below local averages with a $5 discount for cash/check payments. We also offer income-based sliding scale fees.
What qualifications do your therapists have?
Our team includes licensed marriage and family therapists with decades of combined experience, plus supervised pre-licensed clinicians trained in multiple therapeutic approaches.
Do you offer group therapy sessions?
Yes, we periodically offer specialized 8-week groups focusing on topics like modern dating challenges and reconnecting with life purpose. Check our website for current offerings.
