Dr Sam Alibrando

Psychologist

“Experienced (35+ years) psychologist & author who works with individuals, couples and organizations toward growth & emotional intelligence.”

About Me

I help individuals, couples, and organisations cultivate emotional intelligence. As an experienced psychologist and author, my work draws on over 35 years in practice. I foster deeper self-awareness and stronger relational skills. Clients learn to understand complex emotional dynamics, promoting lasting personal growth. My approach suits those seeking enhanced communication and greater insight.

Approach

Growth and emotional intelligence guide how I structure sessions, with a steady, practical pace that balances reflection, skill-building, and clear steps forward. In my Pasadena office or via secure online meetings in English, sessions weave assessment, focused coaching and mindfulness exercises so insights translate into daily choices; I often set short between-session practices and check-ins to track shifts. The work is collaborative and focused on measurable changes in feeling and relating, useful for people navigating anxiety, grief, relationship or career transitions.

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Basic Information

Pasadena, United States

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
Consultation
An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.
Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
Learn more about Mindfulness
Organisational Psychology
A branch of psychology applied to the workplace, addressing employee well-being, performance, leadership, and team dynamics.
Psychodynamic Therapy
A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Couples
Families
Groups
Individuals
Organisations
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Sex Addiction
A pattern of compulsive sexual behaviour that feels out of control and causes harm to one's relationships, work, or well-being.
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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Career Issues
Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Divorce Counseling
Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.
Parenting Support
Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.
Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
Learn more about Stress / Burnout