About

Present Joy Therapy is a recovery-focused psychotherapy practice in South Pasadena, CA, that provides in-person and telehealth services to adults dealing with drug and alcohol abuse, anger, depression, and grief and loss.

Recovery is a lifelong undertaking that is restorative and healing to those who pursue it with all they have. When pursued relentlessly and courageously, recovery demands that we move on from what’s keeping us from being our best and move towards what will bring out the best in us. I believe with every atom of my being that the fruits of a hard-won and lasting recovery are plentiful: love, joy, peace, patience, espirit de corps, bonhomie, empowerment, freedom, reconciliation, self-determination—to name a few.

At Present Joy, I meet you as you are and strive to give you my best. I aim to walk with you in your travels through the highs and lows of recovery, and all the swings in-between. I am committed to being there for you and providing you with a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, seen, affirmed and understood as you journey.

Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

I look forward to working with you. Be good to yourself and go after what you want!

See you on the road.

–David