Couples Counseling Therapists in Santa Barbara County, CA

It takes a village...Navigating through the transitions and challenges in our lives is meant to be a collaboration with family, friends, elders, wise women and men. However, in the times of instant change and mobility, some may find themselves lost and alone, far from those they confide in and look up to. Sometimes they isolate for fear of vulnerability and the pressure to appear "to have it together". When this self-judgement and drive to be “perfect” eventally takes its toll, one can be left feeling bereft of deep connection to self and others. Finding a therapist you can trust and confide in, can help you find your way.

Currently Accepting Clients. Challenging relational seasons are inevitable. I feel honored to walk alongside clients as they navigate said seasons. Using a coaching modality and attachment framework, I partner with clients to build increased levels of connection and understanding in their relationships. This may include untangling destructive conflict patterns, navigating challenging conversations, or unlearning unhelpful attachment behaviors. I see my role as facilitating growth and offering a secure base, where the locus of change resides completely in the client's control.

100% online telehealth. Do you feel buried under anxiety and low moods? Have you had challenges managing medical trauma, chronic illness, or disability in you or a loved one? Have you recently struggled with your faith or spirituality (ie. leaving a church/ religious community)? I work with individuals, couples, and families to navigate the emotional turmoil of these circumstances, redefine coping strategies, and foster resilience in the face of these life-altering events. We will work together to process these difficulties and ease symptoms gradually yet effectively, giving you the tools to create lasting change.

I have over 35 years of experience as a therapist and educator in the Santa Barbara area. I work with: individuals, couples and families, teens - elderly. My clients are struggling with ADDICTION (alcoholism, drugs, {pre and post-inpatient addiction assistance}, weight, sex et.al), MENTAL HEALTH (depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, identity, sexual orientation, couples and family issues et.al), and/or SPIRITUAL JOURNEY challenges in their current lives.

I'm happy to receive your email or call to answer questions you may have about therapy. I help adults, adolescents, and couples experience life more deeply; enjoy more satisfying relationships; resolve painful conflicts; and improve self-esteem, self-worth and emotional well-being.

I help my clients navigate difficulties in their emotions, relationships, and other areas of their lives by gaining a deeper awareness of their patterns, strengths and needs. Many of my clients are seeking help with challenges that can show up as anxiety, self-sabotage, disconnection, and a general sense of feeling lost. Maybe you notice putting your own needs last or a growing distance in your relationship. Struggling alone for too long can lead us to feel hopeless. I help my clients find ways to prioritize their emotional health and boundaries so they can thrive in their authentic selves.

I help individuals and couples understand and transform deeply rooted patterns. Some walk through my door in profound distress, while others seek relief from a persistent sense of unease and dissatisfaction. I listen closely for the ideas and experiences shaping important aspects of your life, such as family, friends, work, sexuality, creativity, and self-worth. And together, we explore the ups and downs of your thoughts and feelings, with a focus on how current experiences and past traumas may be restricting your capacity for growth, self-expression, satisfaction, fulfilling relationships, and meaningful work.

Is stress, anxiety, or depression coming to the forefront? Has your relationship become challenging? Would you like to re-discover yourself or re-invent your relationship? I am here to support you in living from the experience of your authentic, best self, individually and in your partnership. Together we will expand your capacity to feel balanced and resilient and to live fully - with positive change that can last. Your therapy will be personalized and unique to your needs and goals. I support your self-discovery process, integrating mind, body, emotions, and spirit in wholeness.

It can be very challenging to see things clearly in life. I help individuals re-adjust their way of looking at themselves, their relationships, and the world. Through psycho-dynamic exploration, I come alongside a patient in the discovery of what is possible, as it is my belief that the most crucial part of therapy is the relationship that builds between patient and therapist. It is often easier to shine a light into uncertain areas of one's heart and mind when someone else is holding the light.

We are a group of four therapists that specializes in treating people with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. We all have training in trauma focused care and recovery. Weekly psychotherapy is a place and time for you to unravel some of the issues in your life in order to create more harmony, success, and happiness. I work with individuals ages 7-75, couples, and families that are looking for tools and support to reduce symptoms that impact their life. From a trauma informed lens, I teach resources including EFT Tapping, use of Flower Essences, and Mindfulness based techniques.

Are you feeling stuck in a situation or a circumstance that is keeping you from living a whole and healthy life? Whether it was something recent, something that happened a short while ago, or something you have carried your whole life, you keep thinking about this thing or feeling it in your body. It is impacting your daily life, keeping you trapped in old patterns that are no longer serving you, and you would like to heal that part of you and move forward. By being here on this page, you have already taken a step in your healing journey. How about taking one more brave step to reach out and begin a conversation with me?

I am a collaborative therapist who works with clients to identify their priorities and goals. We will work together to create a plan to achieve what is most important to you whether it be seeking deeper connections in relationships, more fulfilling professional pursuits, or simply being more confident and experiencing feelings of greater well-being.

LGBTQIA+ • Kink • Ethical/Consensual Non-Monogamy • Adult Industry Professionals As an LGBTQ+ affirming, sex positive, poly-friendly, and kink aware therapist, I welcome and provide a safe space for all identities and relationship styles. I work virtually with adults and couples struggling with communication issues, sexual issues, LGBTQ+ identity development, body neutrality, and self-esteem. I practice with an intersectional lens and seek to understand my clients within the context of their identities and histories, including family-of-origin experiences and intergenerational trauma.

Welcome to my profile, I am glad you're here! I would be honored to provide a safe place for you to work towards healing and transformation. Your experience in therapy will be tailored to your needs, as we all experience life differently. As we work together to discover a deeper understanding of you and your patterns, you will be seen, heard, understood and supported. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, fostering an environment where you can be open, honest and vulnerable. This can influence your relationship with self and others, creating change and growth in a positive direction.

Hello! My name is Rebecca Tekeian, and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in CA. I believe that therapy has to be individually focused, and the theory I use in a majority of my sessions is Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I have been practicing for almost 10 years. I have the most experience working with clients who want to focus on managing anxiety, depression, relational issues, and trauma of all degrees. I also have vast experience with couples and family therapy.

My name is Joshua Pelfrey, a licensed clinical social worker. I have been in the counseling field for more than 15 years as both an addiction counselor and clinical social worker. I help individuals and couples with addiction, depression, anxiety, anger, and more. I specialize in motivational interviewing, addiction counseling, and anger management. I consider myself an ally in the therapeutic process with the goal of helping my clients unlock their potential.

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.

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.

Are you feeling stuck in your life today, or noticing more conflict in your relationships? This could be a sign that you are being called to do the deep work of exploring your past, your present, and your patterns in an effort to heal and grow? I believe therapy can offer you the opportunity to understand and heal from the destructive relationship dynamics, unresolved trauma, inadequate attachment experiences, and negative core beliefs that may be holding you back in your life today. Working on yourself takes courage, but you don’t have to go it alone!