Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Pasadena
Wheldon Psychological Services was founded to provide comprehensive mental health care tailored to individual needs. With extensive experience in clinical forensic psychology, our team specializes in working with diverse populations, including first responders, trauma survivors, and high-performance professionals. We utilize evidence-based interventions to address anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges, offering personalized treatment plans that emphasize long-term growth.Our expertise extends to psychological assessments, crisis response, and specialized programs for juvenile fire-setting interventions. We prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore personal challenges and develop actionable strategies for improvement. Our commitment to community well-being is reflected in our educational initiatives, corporate training programs, and advocacy for psychological safety in high-stress occupations.
Services
Psychological Assessments
Trauma Therapy
Peak Performance Coaching
Juvenile Fire Setting Interventions
Couples Counseling
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma recovery for first responders and high-risk populations
- Our team uses evidence-based interventions for measurable mental health improvements
- We offer POST-compliant psychological evaluations for law enforcement candidates
- Expertise in juvenile fire-setting intervention programs with proven outcomes
- Combining clinical practice with academic research and community education
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Psychologist (PSY27027)
Services
Psychological Assessments
Comprehensive psychological evaluations identify cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns through standardized testing. Our assessments help diagnose conditions, guide treatment planning, and provide recommendations for accommodations. We specialize in forensic evaluations and assessments for high-stress professions.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma survivors uses evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR. We help clients process traumatic experiences, develop coping strategies, and rebuild emotional resilience. Our programs cater to veterans, first responders, and victims of abuse.
Peak Performance Coaching
Performance coaching combines sports psychology techniques with cognitive-behavioral strategies to optimize mental focus. We work with professionals and athletes to improve stress management, decision-making, and goal achievement through structured skill development.
Juvenile Fire Setting Interventions
Multidimensional programs address fire-setting behavior through psychological assessment, education, and family therapy. Our interventions include fire safety training, behavioral modification techniques, and collaboration with fire departments to prevent recurrence.
Couples Counseling
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication patterns and conflict resolution skills. We help partners understand relationship dynamics, rebuild trust, and develop shared strategies for long-term relationship satisfaction through structured therapeutic sessions.
People
Dr. Kristen Wheldon
Licensed Psychologist & Founder
Dr. Wheldon is a clinical forensic psychologist with 15+ years of experience in trauma treatment and behavioral health. She previously served as Director of Behavioral Health for Los Angeles Fire Department and developed national fire service training programs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychological assessments, trauma therapy, peak performance coaching, juvenile fire-setting interventions, and couples counseling using evidence-based approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We currently accept Medicare and offer private pay options for psychological services. Please contact our office for current fee schedules.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule sessions through our online portal or by calling (657) 226-1447 during business hours. Emergency contact information is available on our website.
What makes your trauma therapy unique?
Our trauma treatment combines forensic psychology expertise with field experience working with first responders and high-risk populations to create practical, results-oriented recovery programs.
Do you offer corporate mental health training?
Yes, we provide customized behavioral health training programs for fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and high-stress work environments focused on psychological safety and resilience.
