Business Details
Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis in South Pasadena
As a licensed psychotherapist and psychoanalyst, I provide specialized care for adults struggling with complex emotional challenges. My practice integrates psychoanalytic principles with evidence-based modalities to address conditions like depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and grief. With over 20 years of combined clinical and academic experience, including faculty roles at New Center for Psychoanalysis and Cal State Fullerton, I focus on creating a safe therapeutic environment for deep exploration.My expertise extends to treating impulsivity, eating disorders, and relationship issues, while maintaining active involvement in psychoanalytic research and professional organizations. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions to accommodate diverse client needs across Southern California.
Services
Psychotherapy
Psychoanalysis
Grief Counseling
Personality Disorder Treatment
Anxiety Management
Depression Treatment
Relationship Therapy
Highlights and features
- Specialized training in Transference-Focused Psychotherapy for personality disorders
- 20+ years combined clinical and academic mental health experience
- Faculty member at New Center for Psychoanalysis
- Active involvement in psychoanalytic research and publications
- Flexible payment options and insurance assistance
Associations and certifications
- American Psychoanalytic Association
- International Psychoanalytic Association
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy sessions address anxiety, depression, and relationship issues through psychoanalytic dialogue. Treatment explores unconscious patterns affecting behavior and emotional well-being. Sessions help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms and self-awareness for lasting personal growth.
Psychoanalysis
Long-term psychoanalytic treatment examines deep-seated emotional conflicts and behavioral patterns. Weekly sessions explore childhood experiences and unconscious processes shaping current difficulties. This intensive approach aims to resolve chronic mental health challenges through comprehensive self-understanding.
Grief Counseling
Specialized support for complicated grief and loss-related depression. Treatment addresses emotional numbness, guilt, and functional impairment following significant losses. Therapeutic approach helps clients process grief and rebuild meaningful life connections.
Personality Disorder Treatment
Transference-Focused Psychotherapy for Borderline and Narcissistic Personality Disorders. Evidence-based treatment addresses emotional dysregulation, unstable relationships, and identity issues. Weekly sessions combine psychoanalytic principles with structured therapeutic techniques for symptom management.
Anxiety Management
Therapeutic approach for anxiety disorders and panic attacks. Treatment explores underlying causes of chronic worry and physical symptoms. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and addressing anxiety's root psychological contributors.
People
Joshua C. Richmond
Psychotherapist & Psychoanalyst
Licensed psychotherapist with 20+ years clinical experience. Faculty member at New Center for Psychoanalysis. Specializes in treating personality disorders, grief, and anxiety. Member of American Psychoanalytic Association.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I primarily use psychoanalytic psychotherapy with elements of Transference-Focused Psychotherapy for personality disorders. Treatment combines traditional analysis with modern evidence-based techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Check with your provider about mental health coverage, deductibles, and session limits for out-of-network providers.
What are your specialty areas?
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief, relationship issues, and creative process challenges. I have particular expertise in Borderline and Narcissistic Personality Disorders.
Are virtual sessions available?
Yes, I offer both in-person sessions at my South Pasadena office and virtual therapy options for clients throughout California.
What if we're not a good fit?
During our initial consultation, we'll determine if my approach matches your needs. If not, I'll help connect you with appropriate alternative resources while maintaining confidentiality.
