03/19/2026
For the past 22 years, it was an honor for the Institute for Girls’ Development to serve Pasadena and the surrounding areas. We were deeply grateful for the trust you placed in us and for the opportunity to support local children, teens, and families through important moments of growth and development.
After thoughtful consideration, our team has transitioned into new practices in the Pasadena area that allow us to provide an expanded range of mental health services while maintaining our mission and values.
Current clients have received information directly from their therapist about how to stay in touch. Additional contact info is also provided below.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your families and your stories for the past two decades. We are honored to have served this community, and we look forward to continuing to support families in new ways in the years ahead.
With gratitude,
Dr. Melissa Johnson and The Institute Team
Connect with Us Going Forward:
Therapy and Assessments, including Services for Girls and Women:
Melissa J. Johnson, PhD - [email protected]
Grace M. Goodman, PsyD - [email protected]
Monica Valdivia Aguilar, MA - [email protected]
Sandra Villacorta, PsyD - [email protected]
Sarah Manchanda PhD - [email protected]
Ani Khodaverdian, MA, JD - [email protected]
Audra Crawford, MA - [email protected]
Kate De Santis, MA - [email protected]
Kimberly Montes, MA - [email protected]
Summer Camps and Workshops:
Paige Hobey, MA - [email protected]
Parent Consultations:
Vicki Chiang, PsyD - [email protected]
Early Childhood Support (Ages 0-5):
Ashlee Reid, PhD - [email protected]
Savannah Sweet, PhD - [email protected]
Mental Health Records Requests:
Custodian of Records, Melissa J. Johnson, PhD - [email protected]
