Hi! I am Matt Herrera! 

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I provide private-pay therapy in Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley for teens, adults, and couples seeking specialized support for OCD, anxiety, and relationship challenges. As a therapist in Pasadena, I use evidence-based approaches including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Brainspotting, and the Gottman Method to deliver focused, effective care.

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I also work with creatives, artists, and professionals in the entertainment industry—including actors, writers, and studio professionals—who are navigating the unique pressures of performance, identity, and high-demand careers. In addition, I have experience supporting veterans and military families, individuals navigating career transitions or exploring new professional paths, aspiring therapists, and those working to build confidence in dating and relationships. Many of my clients are high-functioning individuals, including men, who want to deepen self-understanding, improve emotional awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.

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Who I Work With

I work with teens, adults, and couples who are ready to better understand themselves and create real, lasting change. Many of my clients are thoughtful and high-functioning, but feel stuck internally—whether that shows up as anxiety, relationship struggles, or difficulty moving forward in life.

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You may be:

• Struggling with anxiety, overthinking, or OCD patterns

• Feeling stuck in relationship or communication cycles

• Navigating a career transition or identity shift

• Working in a high-pressure or creative field and feeling overwhelmed or burned out

• Wanting more confidence in dating or intimacy

• Trying to better understand yourself and your emotions

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How I Help

My approach is active, collaborative, and tailored to your specific needs. I integrate evidence-based and experiential therapies to help you move beyond patterns that keep you stuck.

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ERP for OCD and Anxiety
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is one of the most effective treatments for OCD and anxiety. We work together to reduce avoidance and build confidence in facing fears.

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Brainspotting
Brainspotting helps access and process deeper emotional experiences that may feel stuck, allowing for meaningful healing and change.

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Gottman Method for Couples
For couples, I use the Gottman Method to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection.

 

Therapy with me is collaborative, culturally sensitive, and rooted in curiosity and care.​​​ I offer in-person therapy in Pasadena, California, and provide telehealth therapy for clients throughout the state of California.

 

Office Address:
595 E Colorado Blvd, Suite 205
Pasadena, CA 91101

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I work with clients across the San Gabriel Valley and greater Los Angeles area, as well as virtually throughout California.

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