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Karyn Anderson, Therapist
Therapist in Pasadena, California

Karyn Anderson, Therapist

Specialties:
Anxiety LGBTQ+ Panic attacks +54
Provider Gender: Prefer not to say (They/Them)
Ages Served: 22-75+
Appointments: Telehealth only. In-office visits not available
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Karyn Anderson, LMFT, helps adults and seniors in California navigate life’s complex emotional and relational challenges with warmth, respect, and over three decades of clinical experience. Through individual and couples therapy, they support clients in understanding the roots of distress and building healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, or major life transitions, Karyn provides a compassionate and affirming space tailored to each individual’s needs.

Karyn is especially passionate about supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and first responders—populations who often carry layered experiences of trauma and identity. They offer specialized care for those exploring gender identity, coping with PTSD, or working through challenges tied to relationships, grief, and midlife transitions. Karyn also supports clients dealing with substance use concerns and chronic medical conditions, helping them reclaim a sense of agency and wellness.

One of Karyn’s areas of focus is treating trauma, gender identity-related concerns, and bipolar disorder. With expertise in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Gender-Affirmative Medical Readiness Evaluations, Karyn guides clients through the healing process with grounded clinical knowledge and deep respect for lived experience. Their approach often integrates mindfulness practices and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helping clients stay present while moving toward long-term goals. Additional treatment options include faith-based counseling and support for insomnia and sleep disorders.

Outside of their clinical work, Karyn enjoys antiquing, spending time with loved ones, and caring for their three cherished fur children. These personal passions reflect the value they place on connection, comfort, and curiosity—values that are woven into their therapeutic practice.

Provider Introduction

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+
  • Panic attacks
  • Stress management
  • Aging
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Drug/substance use
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Family conflict
  • Fertility
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gender affirming evaluations
  • Gender identity
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hoarding
  • Intense mood changes
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Post-partum depression & anxiety
  • Pre-conception
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy loss
  • Premarital counseling
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Trauma & PTSD

Couples Therapy

Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.

  • LGBTQ+
  • Social skills & communication
  • Aging
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Drug/substance use
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Family conflict
  • Fertility
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gender affirming evaluations
  • Gender identity
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hoarding
  • Intense mood changes
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Post-partum depression & anxiety
  • Pre-conception
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy loss
  • Premarital counseling
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD

Languages

  • English

Education

  • California State University - Northridge

  • Pepperdine University

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Please call us at 925-282-1778 to schedule an appointment with Karyn Anderson.

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Karyn Anderson, Therapist

Karyn Anderson

Therapist in Pasadena, California

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