Therapy for Empaths & Highly Sensitive People
Pasadena, CA
Your self-awareness has become both a gift and a challenge
On the one hand, your introspection makes you conscientious, attentive to details, and deeply thoughtful. But on the other hand, it can feel overwhelming, making it hard to “just go with the flow.” You absorb so much—people’s emotions, environmental cues, subtle changes in energy—and it’s exhausting.
Through therapy, you’ll learn to manage the perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, and sensitivity that come from absorbing the world around you.
Friends describe you as empathetic and intentional.
You have an intuitive understanding of spaces, immediately sensing their energy and mood. You thrive in environments that feel calm and unpressured, but lately, you’ve been noticing how critical feedback from friends, partners, or coworkers stirs up anxiety and self-doubt. It leads to questions like, “Why do I take everything so personally?”
This constant battle between overanalyzing and feeling overstretched often leaves you frustrated and indecisive. Whether it’s past criticisms, feelings of guilt from overstepping boundaries, or the stress of decision-making, you’ve reached a point where you crave balance and ease.
Why Do Highly Sensitive People & Empaths Seek Therapy?
Overwhelm and Stress
Constantly absorbing emotions and energy from others can be exhausting, leaving you feeling emotionally drained.
Conflict and Criticism
Whether it’s at work or in relationships, navigating conflicts and hearing criticism often causes anxiety and inner turmoil.
Boundary Setting
Many HSPs struggle with setting and maintaining healthy boundaries without feeling guilt or resentment.
Workplace Demands
Managing high-pressure, stimulating environments can often lead to burnout and exhaustion.
Perfectionism & Black-and-White Thinking
Being detail-oriented is a gift, but it can also contribute to feeling paralyzed by indecision.
Loneliness and Isolation
Feeling misunderstood or “too different” can leave empaths and HSPs feeling lonely and disconnected.
Personal Growth & Self-Discovery:
A deep desire for self-understanding often leads empaths to seek therapy as a path toward spiritual and emotional growth.
Therapy for Empaths Frequently Asked Questions
What is therapy for empaths and highly sensitive persons (HSPs)?
Therapy for empaths and HSPs is tailored to individuals with heightened emotional sensitivity and awareness. It provides a supportive space to manage overwhelm, build emotional resilience, set healthy boundaries, and leverage your unique strengths, such as empathy and intuition, to thrive in your personal and professional life.
Will I have to change my sensitivity to thrive?
Not at all. Therapy isn’t about changing your sensitivity but about helping you embrace it as a strength. You’ll learn how to manage overwhelm, set boundaries, and create balance so you can thrive as your authentic self.
Can therapy address past trauma as a highly sensitive person?
Yes. Many empaths and HSPs experience lingering effects of past traumas. Therapy provides a safe space to process those experiences, reframe self-perceptions, and heal while considering the nuances of your sensitivity.
How is therapy for empaths and HSPs different from traditional therapy?
Therapy for empaths and HSPs acknowledges your heightened sensitivity as a strength rather than a problem. It incorporates approaches such as somatic therapy, Polyvagal theory, and trauma-informed care to help you manage the emotional and sensory overwhelm unique to highly sensitive individuals.
How long does therapy for empaths typically last?
The duration of therapy depends on your individual needs and goals. Some clients find relief in a few months, while others prefer ongoing support. We will work collaboratively to determine the best approach.
Is therapy for empaths and HSPs identity-affirming?
Absolutely. As a therapist I value creating a space that honors your unique cultural background, identity, and temperament. We ensure that therapy is inclusive, non-judgmental, and affirming of all aspects of who you are.
It can feel exhausting to be stuck in your head
This constant battle between overanalyzing and feeling overstretched often leaves you frustrated and indecisive. Whether it’s past criticisms, feelings of guilt from overstepping boundaries, or the stress of decision-making, you’ve reached a point where you crave balance and ease.
You Don’t Have to Live in Retreat. You Deserve to Thrive.
How therapy can help you as an empath or HSP
Understand and regulate your emotions without feeling overwhelmed.
Build resilience against stress, criticism, and conflict.
Establish and maintain healthy boundaries.
Transform perfectionism and self-doubt into self-compassion and confidence.
Navigate challenges like life transitions, decision-making fatigue, and workplace demands.
Find out if therapy for empaths or highly sensitive people is right for you.
You don’t have to go through this alone—real, lasting change is possible. You can overcome the overwhelm that’s been holding you back and create the life you truly desire.