Business Details
Trauma-Informed Somatic Psychotherapy in Pasadena
Sayun Scotton MFT Licensed is a depth-oriented, trauma-informed practice specializing in holistic psychotherapy that integrates body, mind, and spirit. With over 25 years of experience in meditation, Reiki, yoga, and bodywork, the practice is rooted in evidence-based modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Brainspotting. The therapist holds advanced certifications in somatic psychotherapy and has worked with diverse populations across clinical, educational, and community settings.The practice emphasizes cultural sensitivity, intergenerational trauma healing, and neurodiverse inclusivity, offering both in-person and virtual sessions for adults navigating complex emotional landscapes. Clients benefit from a collaborative approach that prioritizes safety, self-compassion, and systemic understanding of personal and ancestral narratives.
Services
BodyMind Psychotherapy
Trauma Therapy
Midlife Reckonings
IFS Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Brainspotting
Voice Dialogue
Phototherapy
Therapy Intensives
Individual Therapy
Highlights and features
- Certified IFS Clinical Consultant with 25+ years somatic healing experience
- Specialized training in resolving intergenerational and developmental trauma
- Culturally responsive care for multicultural and neurodiverse clients
- Flexible session formats including virtual and in-person options
- Integrates neuroscience, mindfulness, and ancestral healing practices
Associations and certifications
- IFS Institute
- EMDRIA
- Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute
Services
BodyMind Psychotherapy
This integrative approach combines traditional talk therapy with body-centered techniques to address anxiety, depression, and trauma. By tracking physical sensations and mindfulness practices, clients develop greater self-awareness and release stored tension. Particularly effective for those feeling stuck in conventional therapy, this modality bridges mind-body disconnects to foster holistic healing through 50-75 minute sessions.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for developmental, intergenerational, and complex trauma using evidence-based methods like EMDR and Brainspotting. Focuses on nervous system regulation and reprocessing traumatic memories to reduce symptoms like hypervigilance and emotional dysregulation. Sessions incorporate grounding techniques and somatic awareness to restore clients' sense of safety and agency in their daily lives.
Therapy Intensives
Immersive therapy formats spanning 1-3 days with extended sessions (90 minutes to 3 hours) for deeper exploration. Ideal for clients seeking breakthroughs in creative blocks, relationship patterns, or complex trauma processing. Combines IFS, expressive arts, and somatic interventions to create sustained therapeutic momentum beyond traditional weekly sessions.
Midlife Reckonings
Guidance through midlife transitions including identity shifts, career changes, and existential questioning. Utilizes depth psychology and mindfulness practices to navigate empty nest syndrome, caregiving challenges, and purpose exploration. Helps clients transform perceived crises into opportunities for personal growth and authentic self-discovery.
Identity & Belonging
Specialized support for multicultural individuals, third-culture kids, and those navigating cross-cultural identity. Addresses systemic oppression impacts, intergenerational patterns, and belonging challenges through trauma-informed frameworks. Focuses on reclaiming cultural heritage while building resilience against microaggressions and identity-related stressors.
People
Sayun S. Cotton
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified IFS Clinical Consultant with 25+ years in somatic healing modalities. Holds advanced training in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Specializes in intergenerational trauma and multicultural counseling, blending neuroscience with mindfulness practices to support client transformation.
Questions
What therapeutic modalities do you specialize in?
I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Brainspotting, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and trauma resiliency models, integrating somatic awareness and mindfulness practices.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide telehealth sessions for clients in California, New Jersey, and New Hampshire, with flexible scheduling options available.
What populations do you work with?
I work with adults across the lifespan, including neurodiverse individuals and clients from multicultural backgrounds, with particular expertise in intergenerational trauma and cross-cultural identity.
Are therapy intensives available?
Yes, I offer customized therapy intensives ranging from 90-minute mini-sessions to multi-day formats using IFS and somatic approaches for deeper healing.
What are your insurance and payment policies?
I don't accept insurance directly but provide superbills for PPO reimbursement. Payment plans and reduced-fee spots may be available upon consultation.
How do cancellation policies work?
Sessions canceled with less than 48 hours notice incur full fees unless rescheduled within the same week to maintain therapeutic continuity.
