Therapy for teens and adults near Eagle Rock, LA | Counselor Cristina Lugo
Eagle Rock, LA is a city where life moves quickly, yet many teens and young adults feel stuck inside themselves. Stress, anxiety, or sadness can feel invisible to others, but they still shape every part of daily life. My practice near Eagle Rock, LA is built to change that. With trauma informed care, EMDR, and creative methods, I help you move from carrying hidden weight to living with more balance, clarity, and connection.
How it works
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Therapy is not an interrogation where you have to spill everything at once. What it is with me is a gentle first step where you share only what feels safe. By the end of that call, you begin to feel what it is like to be listened to fully and without judgment
Personalized, one-on-one sessions
This is not a rigid program where you follow my agenda. It is a flexible process designed around your goals. Each session helps you focus on what matters most, whether that is calming your mind, working through past pain, or finding new confidence in daily life.
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques
Therapy is not just casual conversation. It is active work supported by proven methods like EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic practices. These techniques calm your nervous system, reduce stress, and bring relief you can feel every day.
Explore my therapy services and specializations
Individual Therapy for Teens and Adults
LEARN MOREIndividual therapy is not about giving advice that fades after a few days. It is about creating a space where your experiences guide the process. Here you learn skills that last: regulating emotions, managing stress, and feeling more grounded as you go through your day.
Group Therapy for Teens
LEARN MOREGroup therapy is not a place where you are compared or judged. It is a supportive circle where teens realize they are not alone. Sharing stories and practicing coping tools together translates into more confidence and stronger relationships at school and beyond.
EMDR Therapist
LEARN MOREEMDR is not about erasing memories or pretending they never happened. It is a method that helps your brain process them differently so they stop interrupting the present. The benefit is walking through Eagle Rock, LA daily life with less emotional weight and more freedom.
Anxiety Therapy
LEARN MOREAnxiety therapy is not about telling you to “just relax.” It is a structured process where you learn to calm your body, slow racing thoughts, and handle stress in real time. The benefit is being able to sleep better, focus more easily, and show up fully in your daily routine.
Therapy for Teenage Depression
LEARN MOREDepression therapy is not about labeling a teen as lazy or unmotivated. It is about recognizing the real weight they carry and offering tools to lift it. Teens begin to feel lighter, more engaged, and better able to enjoy everyday moments again.
Academic Burnout
LEARN MOREBurnout therapy is not about pushing harder to “get over it.” It is about learning to balance effort with rest. Students near Eagle Rock, LA discover how to restore energy, focus better, and keep up academically without losing joy in the process.Depression therapy is not about labeling a teen as lazy or unmotivated. It is about recognizing the real weight they carry and offering tools to lift it. Teens begin to feel lighter, more engaged, and better able to enjoy everyday moments again.
Post-Grad Depression
LEARN MOREPost grad therapy is not about pretending you have it all figured out. It is about giving yourself space to explore uncertainty with guidance. Young adults near Eagle Rock, LA leave with greater clarity, realistic goals, and renewed motivation to build a future that feels right.
Teenage Trauma
LEARN MORETrauma therapy is not about ignoring what happened and hoping it fades. It is about facing those memories safely and learning new ways to respond. Teens begin to feel safer in their bodies, less triggered, and more capable of trusting themselves again.
I serve teens and adults near Eagle Rock, LA
My practice is located in Pasadena, and I work with many teens, young adults, and parents from the Eagle Rock area. I understand the unique pace and pressures of living nearby, and I provide therapy that helps you feel stronger, calmer, and more connected. Since Eagle Rock is only about a 13-minute drive to my Pasadena office, many clients choose to come in person and benefit from the private, calming space. I also offer virtual sessions for those who prefer or need that flexibility.
Hello, I am Cristina Lugo | Therapist for Teens and Adults near Eagle Rock, LA
My practice is located in Pasadena, and I work with many teens, young adults, and parents from the Eagle Rock area. I understand the unique pace and pressures of living nearby, and I provide therapy that helps you feel stronger, calmer, and more connected. Since Eagle Rock is only about a 13-minute drive to my Pasadena office, many clients choose to come in person and benefit from the private, calming space. I also offer virtual sessions for those who prefer or need that flexibility.
FAQ about my counseling services
What is the best type of therapy for young adults and teenagers?
The best therapy is always the one that fits the young person’s life. EMDR can resolve trauma, ACT builds resilience, mindfulness supports emotional balance, and creative methods help process feelings in new ways. What makes therapy powerful is tailoring it to the client’s needs, culture, and stage of growth.
Do you offer therapy in person? What about virtual? Which one is better?
I prefer in-person sessions because the experience feels richer and more connected. Since my Pasadena office is only about a 13-minute drive from Eagle Rock, many clients choose to come in person and enjoy the private, calming space. That said, I also offer virtual therapy for convenience, and some clients choose a mix of both depending on what works best for their schedule.
Do you take insurance?
I do not work directly with insurance. Many PPO plans cover part of the cost if you submit a superbill, which I provide monthly.
What is your cancellation policy?
I require 24 hours’ notice to cancel. If you cancel late and we cannot reschedule in the same week, the full fee applies.
Can we start out therapy every-other-week?
Weekly sessions help us create momentum and allow me to get to know you well. Biweekly often slows that down. Once you feel more grounded and are reaching your goals, we can shift to every-other-week as maintenance.