Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA

Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. I can help you overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing. Licensed to practice in: California.

I'm Sheila Henry, LMFT and I have been practicing for over 25 years. I am passionate about helping you remove obstacles standing in your way so that you can lead the life you desire. I focus on depression, anxiety, and loneliness. My passion is to help single individuals overcome the barriers to building meaningful, healthy relationships. I believe that the mind and the body are connected so I use EFT or "tapping" on the meridian acupuncture points along with Western modalities. I am also certified in cognitive therapy, solution-oriented, hypnosis, and gestalt therapy.

Whether it is Depression, Anxiety, improving unhealthy behavioral patterns and irrational beliefs, wanting to increase one's well-being, or the beginning of a journey towards healing – I provide a “Client Centered” approach that grants my client a safe space to process their thoughts and emotions. I aim to encourage, provide therapeutic support, and aid my client during their journey towards self-discovery and growth. I strive for collaboration with my client in creating a therapeutic plan that will fit their unique needs during their journey towards achieving their personal goals.

Hi there, my name is Amber Dale, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering behavioral health services to children, teens, and adults. My specialties include anxiety disorders, child and adolescent therapy, women's issues and health, and self-esteem. My approach to therapy is meeting my clients exactly where they ate and walking alongside them to navigate through the challenges and transitions in life. I treat clients between the ages of 5 and 60 who experience issues including anxiety, postpartum depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, and life transitions.

My name is Colette McCreary. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Pasadena, California. I offer telehealth services. I specialize in anxiety, as well as life transitions which involve dealing with unexpected and expected changes that occur throughout life for both adults and adolescents. I am also well-versed in grief/loss, personality disorders, and the area of self-worth (care, identity, esteem). I use various orientations, depending on the client and symptoms, including Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Hello, I'm Tonya Bauhofer, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe every person has the strength within them to solve their problems and improve their wellness, therapy provides a safe place to explore and leverage those strengths. I am a partner and encouraging coach on your journey to creating your definition of a happy, healthy lifestyle. My passion is working with adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families. Anyone struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, anxieties with life transitions, loss, grief, divorce.

My name is Lin Stephens and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, working in the field of Mental/Behavioral Health, since 1995. I have worked in county and state agencies along with being a Private Practitioner since 2002. I enjoy working with adults and/or couples. My experience has been working with individuals who may experience depression, anxiety, life stress, relational difficulties, transitional issues, and/or unresolved childhood or past traumas. My therapeutic approach is problem-oriented, and solution-focused.

Hi, I’m Sally Torrens. I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). I learned about your strengths and challenges, what has worked and not worked for you in the past, and what pieces of your life are tangled up so that we can work together to help you make active choices and changes in your life. My therapeutic approach depends on your needs with a focus on Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, bereavement and loss, parenting, a diagnosis of or a child with autism and other diverse abilities, and work stress.

Life can be challenging at times, and taking the step to improve your quality of life is important. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and my approach to therapy starts with providing a warm, welcoming environment and building a strong foundation. I work hard to ensure a safe and comfortable space for my clients. My passion is helping people heal and grow through their experiences and challenges. I will provide an open space for you to explore your challenges, learn more about yourself, and grow through these difficult times.

Hi there, my name is Jennifer, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Temecula, California. I work with young adults via telehealth, specializing in anxiety, depression and life transitions using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-based approaches. I believe authenticity and genuine connection are equally as important in the therapeutic process as the modalities that we use.

I am a licensed mental health therapist serving in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of knowledge both as a clinical therapist and also as a coach and counselor. Over 20 years of experience in assisting persons with a wide range of challenges including depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, career-related issues, relationship issues, parenting, and marital problems. At the beginning of my private practice venture, I served as an addiction specialist, interventionist, and counselor for about 6.5 years. At that time, I was also the administrator for an adolescent treatment center in Northern California.

Hi, my name is Dr. Kristina Holt-Reber, and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I value and put collaboration with YOU first and use a person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed approach to therapy. I have spent a lot of my education focusing on Trauma and Anxiety related disorders and have a passion for serving the LGBTQIA+ community. I typically work with clients struggling with anxiety, mood or trauma-related concerns and feel very comfortable treating those conditions.

I have the mindset that therapy is not a “one size fits all” experience. I live my life with the motto of "Meditation, Mindfulness, and Movement make life Meaningful." I draw from several different evidence-based approaches to effectively address emotional and behavioral issues for clients from diverse backgrounds. I am passionate about clinical work and specialize in education and treatments for coping with stress, family dysfunction, trauma, sexual abuse, grief, relationships, anger issues, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I also have an extensive history of helping support Military and LGBTQIA+ communities.

My name is Brandy Malloy, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Therapist. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking support and guidance with the following issues: Stress management, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, couples counseling, women's health issues, self-esteem issues, and boundary setting.

My name is Katie Worden, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with clients via telehealth. I work with young adults and women who are experiencing a range of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions and difficulty processing past events. I typically work with young adults and woman who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Life transitions include, but are not limited to, starting or ending school, starting or ending romantic relationships or friendships, and becoming a mom for the first time.

My name is Robin Bates and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in California with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, codependency, depression, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, & coping with life changes. I have worked with clients from ages 4 to 90 in a variety of settings. Currently, I am focusing on adults who are seeking help for depression, anxiety, self-esteem, spiritual issues, addiction, codependency, grief, and life transitions.

Hi there I’m Myesha! My name is Myesha Richardson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress and anger management using CBT and Client Centered Therapy to help my clients make progress and feel better. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with; I most frequently use CBT and Client Centered Therapy as both modalities help me, and client build a relationship and shared understanding of their current needs.

Hello and welcome! I am Juli Sims, LCSW 28368 (CA). I have been a licensed clinical social worker for over 10 years. Throughout this time, I have worked with children, adults, and families. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, specifically childhood trauma. I am strength-based and compassionate. I do the work every day for myself, having experienced post-partum depression and anxiety. The bulk of my experience is working with women and women's issues, such as menopause, relationship issues, trauma/abuse, daily stressors, self-esteem, parenting, etc.

My name is Michael Carnevale, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Francisco, California who works with clients statewide via Telehealth. I have experience serving a diverse client population of all ages using primarily Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I operate from a person-in-environment lens that acknowledges the many factors and variables in our lives beyond the individual.