New Holistic Therapy Services in Pasadena Help Teens and Young Adults Heal, Grow, and Thrive
Pasadena, United States – January 19, 2026 / Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy /
Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy, a Pasadena-based private practice specializing in trauma-informed and culturally conscious therapy, has announced expanded services for female teenagers and young adults seeking holistic emotional support. Rooted in creativity, collectivism, and empowerment, the new service offerings focus on helping clients manage anxiety, rebuild confidence, and develop a grounded sense of identity in a world that often feels overwhelming.
The Challenge:
Across Southern California, more teens and young adults are struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and identity confusion in silence. Many find traditional therapy environments too clinical or detached from their lived experiences. This disconnect often leaves young people—especially those navigating multicultural or LGBTQ+ identities—feeling unseen and unsupported in their mental health journey.
The Solution:
Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy addresses this gap by providing inclusive, therapy for teens in Pasadena that meets young people where they are. The practice integrates EMDR, mindfulness, expressive arts, and somatic awareness into personalized treatment plans. Each session is designed to help clients understand their emotions, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and move from survival to authentic thriving.
Capabilities and Expertise:
Holistic, Identity-Affirming Care
Cristina’s approach blends evidence-based therapy with creative modalities, helping clients explore complex emotions through art, storytelling, and mindful movement.
EMDR and Trauma Processing
With over fourteen years of clinical experience, Cristina is trained in EMDR therapy to help clients safely process trauma, reframe painful memories, and build emotional resilience.
Group and Individual Therapy Options
Specialized group therapy sessions create supportive spaces for teens to share and connect, while individual therapy for adults in their 20s and 30s focuses on anxiety, cultural identity, and career-life balance.
Culturally-Responsive and Decolonized Practice
As a Puerto Rican-American therapist, Cristina integrates a decolonized, collectivist perspective into her practice, acknowledging how cultural and systemic dynamics impact mental health and healing.
About Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy:
Founded by Cristina Lugo, LMFT, the Pasadena-based practice serves as a welcoming space for teens, young adults, and multicultural clients. Cristina brings fourteen years of experience in trauma-informed, EMDR, and creative therapy. Her work centers on helping clients reconnect with their identities, strengthen relationships, and build lives rooted in purpose, joy, and community.
Contact Name: Cristina Lugo
Title: Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy for Teens and Adults
Company: Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy
Phone: 626-244-7677
Email: lcsw@cristinalugo.info
Website: https://www.cristinalugo.info/
Location: Pasadena, CA
Contact Information:
Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy
16 S Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
Pasadena, CA 91101
United States
Cristina Lugo
https://www.cristinalugo.info/
