Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Marriage Counseling in Pasadena
Pasadena Marriage Counseling has been dedicated to helping individuals and couples strengthen their relationships for over three decades. Our founder, Richard Rupp, brings extensive expertise as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, combining advanced education from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology with specialized training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and evidence-based methodologies like the Gottman Seven Principles. We offer tailored counseling services addressing marriage therapy, premarital preparation, and individual psychotherapy, focusing on communication, conflict resolution, and rebuilding trust.Our approach integrates deep psychological insight with practical tools to address depression, anxiety, and relational challenges. With certifications in leading therapeutic frameworks and experience mentoring boys into manhood, we provide culturally sensitive care for diverse couples. Our commitment to client-centered support has transformed countless relationships, emphasizing transparency, empathy, and actionable strategies for lasting growth.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Individual Therapy
Men's Workshops
Marriage Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized experience in marriage and family therapy.
- Our team is certified in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Prepare/Enrich assessments.
- We provide research-backed tools for communication, conflict resolution, and sexual intimacy.
- Our therapist has authored relationship-building workbooks and books on men's issues.
- We specialize in multicultural couples and intergenerational family dynamics.
Associations and certifications
- Gottman Seven Principles Leader
- Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
- Los Angeles Institute and Society for Psychoanalytic Studies (LAISPS)
What people say
Saved our marriage
Closer and happier
Compassionately helped
Practical tools
Highly recommend
Services
Marriage Counseling
Reconnect with your partner through evidence-based counseling addressing communication breakdowns, trust issues, and emotional distance. Our therapist employs Gottman Method techniques and Prepare/Enrich assessments to identify strengths and areas for growth. Clients learn conflict resolution strategies and tools to rebuild intimacy, with a focus on creating sustainable relational improvements through weekly sessions tailored to each couple's unique needs.
Premarital Counseling
Build a strong foundation for married life using research-backed premarital assessments and targeted discussions. This service helps couples navigate expectations around finances, communication styles, and conflict management before marriage. Through structured sessions, engaged partners gain practical skills to maintain intimacy, address potential stressors, and develop shared relationship goals aligned with their values and cultural backgrounds.
Individual Psychotherapy
Address personal challenges impacting relationships through one-on-one therapy sessions. This service targets depression, anxiety, and behavioral patterns affecting emotional well-being using psychoanalytic techniques and cognitive-behavioral strategies. Clients develop self-awareness, coping mechanisms for stress management, and improved communication skills that positively influence both personal growth and interpersonal connections with family and colleagues.
Men's Workshops
Specialized programs addressing male-specific relationship challenges and personal development. Workshops focus on overcoming self-doubt, managing sexual health, and navigating cultural expectations through faith-based frameworks. Participants engage in group discussions and experiential learning to build emotional intelligence, leadership skills, and healthier relational patterns applicable to both marital and professional contexts.
Marriage Workshops
Interactive group sessions teaching practical relationship maintenance techniques based on decades of marriage research. Topics include conflict de-escalation, active listening, and intimacy-building exercises designed to enhance connection. Workshops incorporate workbook materials and group activities to reinforce learning, with specialized programs addressing cultural considerations and multi-generational family dynamics for diverse audiences.
People
Richard Rupp
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Richard Rupp, M.Div., LMFT, has over 35 years of experience in marriage counseling. He graduated from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology and holds certifications in Gottman Method Therapy and Prepare/Enrich assessments. He specializes in men's issues and multicultural relationships, having authored relationship workbooks and co-written books on sexual intimacy and male development.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide marriage counseling, premarital counseling, individual psychotherapy, and specialized workshops for couples and men.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended options available for intensive counseling or workshop participation.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as a private pay practice and provide receipts for potential insurance reimbursement.
Are online sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure Zoom and FaceTime sessions for clients' convenience and accessibility.
What makes your premarital counseling unique?
Our program combines Prepare/Enrich assessments with faith-based principles and practical communication tools for lasting relationships.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (626) 449-1419 or through our website contact form to arrange your initial consultation.
