Anxiety Therapists in Santa Barbara County, CA

Augusto Huerta Minakata, LMFT Augusto is a Bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. With over 10 years of experience as a marriage and family therapist, and as a graduate of the University of Phoenix specializing in Solution-Focused therapy, he is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are the treatment of maternal mental health, trauma, depression, anxiety, survivors of domestic violence, physical abuse, sexual abuse, community violence, and adult children of alcoholic.

Madeleine Mauk works with adolescents, adults and couples. She specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship issues. Her approach is client centered; tailored to her clients' individualized goals and values. Her priority is creating a safe and supportive environment. Her methods integrate a wide range of therapies: mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems. Madeleine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.

Are you a college student, young professional, or new parent who is fed up with feeling anxious? You are perpetually unsatisfied, overwhelmed, and on edge. Your mind is spinning about everything you need to accomplish today or about events that may happen in the future. You're always worrying. Your chest is tight, your jaw is clenched, and your body feels uneasy all the time. You find yourself getting angry and impatient with the people you love most. Your persistent thoughts bully you and tell you you're not good enough. You’re struggling to hold it all together.

Did something thing happen and you don't know how to move forward because you keep reliving it? Are you trying trying to rediscover who you are after building a family, career or going through a major life transition? Do you feel guilt when you put yourself first? With all the ups and downs that life throws at you, its so easy to feel stuck or lose your sense of self. I want to help you move past the trauma and find your happiness. I will guide and support you so you have the courage to rediscover yourself, know your worth, and work through the bad times so you can move forward and reach your goals.

To be happy and free of suffering ... this is the experience of effective therapy. When we're witnessed, deeply understood and guided to our true self, the challenges of being human can become magical. Blending multiple clinical orientations I work with the client's whole being - mind, body & spirit - to discover his/her own unique truths and capacities. Because so much of who we are is a function of our relationships, I gravitate toward couples, families and groups, teaching people how to relate to themselves and each other with refreshing honesty and authenticity.

As a therapist, my commitment is to join with you in your journey towards a more meaningful and satisfying life. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, helping you learn new skills and behaviors that will move you in a direction that is deeply meaningful and valuable in your life. I work primarily with women who are suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, school and/or work dissatisfaction, challenges in motherhood, or those going through a major life transition. My training is in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, an evidence-based and mindfulness based behavioral therapy.

Hello! I'm Gustavo Olvera and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), serving clients via telehealth throughout the State of California. My long time approach to therapy is to meet the client where they are and work with them to identify goals that will help them improve their quality of life. I believe that we all have the potential to succeed in life and the potential to achieve greatness. A healthy mind is key to success, as we often have to make critical decisions on a daily basis. I believe we can all achieve our desired goals by increasing and maintaining a positive outlook on our mental health.

Anxiety Experts has offices in Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietitian as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!

The experience of psychotherapy can be transformative for individuals and families of all ages and stages of life. I hope to provide a safe space for you to learn, heal, and grow while processing issues or challenges that are significant to you. I will support you in embracing compassion and acceptance for yourself in the midst of your life journey, so you can lead a joyful, productive, and meaningful life. In addition to working with adults, I am passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, and families. I believe a collaborative, systemic approach is essential for change.

Hi there, I am a licensed MFT and I work with individuals struggling with a range of anxiety related disorders, phobias, panic attacks and trauma. I also enjoy supporting people with issues of self-esteem, relationship difficulties and grief. I aim to be an authentic, warm, collaborative and non-judgmental therapist and to meet you wherever you're at. I work with individuals and couples who want a safe place to explore the depth of their difficulties, reform negative thinking and behavioral patterns and learn effective coping strategies.

There are crisis moments in everyone's life when we feel overwhelmed and lack solutions to problems. Together we search for answers to questions that may appear overwhelming, enabling you to feel positive in the face of life transitions. Toni has a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. She recently relinquished her license, however continues using skills expanded over time. Together you will solve concerns such as anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, and anger management. Toni employs a practical approach focusing on empathy and mutual respect. Her method focuses on cognitive behavioral therapy, humanism, and mindfulness.

Are you experiencing emotional pain that has become too amplified to sustain in silence? Perhaps the burdens you have been carrying for so long are finally too heavy to manage alone. Unresolved past experiences, loss, dysfunctional relationships, and negative self-criticism can hinder our ability to navigate the difficulties life throws our way. Let’s work together to create a therapeutic relationship built on hope and trust.

I work with people who are feeling “stuck” and want to gain insight and experience personal growth to help them live their best life. I have helped others learn to manage and overcome the following: trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, addictions, grief, and relationship difficulties.

Psychotherapy is a tool for reflection, creation, and growth. Through revisiting past struggles, examining present-day patterns, and exploring future hopes and goals, we can find a path of healing, relief, and joy. I offer a collaborative, compassionate, and safe space to self-discover.

I work with adults who would like to live more fully and freely through a brave exploration of their inner world. My work includes tending to depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Sometimes it’s difficult to stay connected to who we are or even what we want with all that life demands of us. Juggling caring for ourselves and others can feel overwhelming. I am here to help you strengthen your relationships, including your relationship with yourself. Psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives are a focus of mine, as well as offering sand tray therapy. Boundaries with one's self and others are fundamental to therapy I provide.

Carissa is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with years of experience providing compassionate counseling for adults, incorporating warmth, empathy, and cultural sensitivity into her practice. She employs evidence-based techniques and mindfulness to address a diverse array of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders.

Dr. Jeremy Roark is a licensed psychologist in California. He received his masters in counseling from Michigan State University and his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Washington State University. In his practice he integrates Adlerian and Cognitive Behavior Therapy with an emphasis on developmental and socio-environmental influences. He has experience working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, substance abuse issues, and various personality disorders. He has worked with a wide range of clients with highly diverse backgrounds and a wide range of issues.

Life transitions and troubling past traumas may often result in symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, and coping through substance abuse. I work with clients to get these symptoms under control, cultivate more self-awareness, and develop more capacity for self-compassion. I help them to frame current stressors in the context of the larger systems they operate in, and evaluate existing coping strategies to separate what's working from what's not. Together, we shine a light on patterns of thinking and behaviors that keep them feeling stuck.

I believe that every person has the potential to grow, heal, and live a happier and more fulfilling life. I am passionate about helping my clients understand themselves better, find ways to improve their relationships, and nurture their own personal fulfillment and happiness. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who are struggling with a range of challenges including: life transitions (both big and small), uncertainty, low self-esteem, relationship complications, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms.