Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Marriage and Mental Health Therapy Solutions
Pasadena Marriage Counseling has been dedicated to helping individuals and couples build stronger, healthier relationships for over three decades. Founded by Richard Rupp, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with advanced training from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology and certifications from the Gottman Institute and Prepare/Enrich, our practice combines deep clinical expertise with practical, research-backed strategies. We specialize in marriage counseling, premarital therapy, and individual psychotherapy, addressing issues such as communication breakdowns, sexual intimacy, anxiety, and depression.Our approach emphasizes personalized care, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-based tools like the Gottman Seven Principles and Prepare assessments. With a focus on empowering clients to achieve lasting growth, we offer both in-person and virtual sessions to serve a diverse clientele. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our published resources, including marriage workbooks and guides for mentoring boys into manhood, as well as our active engagement in community education through workshops and blogs.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Individual Psychotherapy
Men's Workshops
Marriage Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in marriage and family therapy.
- Certified Gottman Seven Principles Leader for evidence-based relationship tools.
- Specialized premarital assessments to build a strong foundation for marriage.
- Published author of marriage workbooks and guides for men's growth.
- Culturally sensitive approach with expertise in multi-racial couples' dynamics.
Associations and certifications
- Gottman Institute
- Prepare/Enrich
What people say
Saved our marriage
Closer and happier
Insightful and easy to talk with
Practical tools
Transformative experience
Services
Marriage Counseling
Our marriage counseling helps couples reconnect and rebuild trust through evidence-based techniques. We address communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and intimacy issues using tools like the Gottman Seven Principles. With over 30 years of experience, we guide couples toward healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Premarital Counseling
Premarital counseling prepares couples for a lasting marriage using research-backed assessments like Prepare/Enrich. We explore communication styles, financial expectations, and conflict management to build a strong foundation. Sessions include practical tools to navigate future challenges together.
Individual Psychotherapy
Individual therapy addresses depression, anxiety, and personal growth challenges through a compassionate, client-centered approach. We use psychoanalytic techniques to uncover underlying patterns and promote emotional healing. Sessions focus on empowering clients to achieve personal goals and healthier relationships.
Men's Workshops
Men's workshops explore themes like overcoming self-doubt, managing sexual drive, and building purpose. Drawing from biblical principles and psychological insights, these sessions foster camaraderie and personal growth. Participants gain tools to become more confident, responsible, and emotionally resilient.
Marriage Workshops
Our marriage workshops, like the Michelin Star Marriage program, teach practical skills for relationship success. Topics include communication, conflict resolution, and maintaining intimacy. Interactive sessions combine expert instruction with peer discussion to reinforce learning and application.
People
Richard Rupp
Marriage and Family Therapist
Richard Rupp, M.Div., LMFT, has over 30 years of experience in marriage counseling and psychotherapy. He holds certifications from the Gottman Institute and Prepare/Enrich, and authored marriage workbooks and guides for mentoring boys into manhood. His expertise includes multicultural couples and men's issues.
Questions
What services does Pasadena Marriage Counseling offer?
We provide marriage counseling, premarital therapy, individual psychotherapy, men's workshops, and marriage workshops using evidence-based techniques.
How can I schedule a session?
Contact Rick Rupp at (626) 449-1419 or visit our website to book a Zoom, phone, or in-person session.
What is premarital counseling?
Premarital counseling prepares couples for marriage using assessments and tools to strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and build a shared vision.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we offer virtual sessions via Zoom or FaceTime for convenience and accessibility.
What are the payment methods?
Payment details are discussed during your initial consultation. We prioritize flexible and transparent financial arrangements.
