Therapists in Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA
Kattya Manning
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Waitlist for new clients
Are you tired of doubting every decision you make? Do you struggle with distressing thoughts and fear? Do your thoughts feel like a constant loop of uncertainty? You want to quiet your mind, be self assured and make decisions with ease while trusting yourself. No matter how long you’ve been feeling this way, I am here to support you and teach you the skills you need to live your authentic life.
Are you tired of doubting every decision you make? Do you struggle with distressing thoughts and fear? Do your thoughts feel like a constant loop of uncertainty? You want to quiet your mind, be self assured and make decisions with ease while trusting yourself. No matter how long you’ve been feeling this way, I am here to support you and teach you the skills you need to live your authentic life.
Michelle Trudeau LeBeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Waitlist for new clients
Finding the right therapist is important. I approach therapy in a warm and relational way, and believe confidentiality and non-judgmental responses are crucial to creating a safe and trusting space. I know it can be hard to open up and start the process, so I make sure my client's feel comfortable to talk about the hard things and share about themselves authentically. Many of the situations I help people with involve experiencing depression or anxiety, processing recent or past trauma, important life or identity transitions, adolescent struggles, relationship concerns, and wanting personal growth and healing.
Finding the right therapist is important. I approach therapy in a warm and relational way, and believe confidentiality and non-judgmental responses are crucial to creating a safe and trusting space. I know it can be hard to open up and start the process, so I make sure my client's feel comfortable to talk about the hard things and share about themselves authentically. Many of the situations I help people with involve experiencing depression or anxiety, processing recent or past trauma, important life or identity transitions, adolescent struggles, relationship concerns, and wanting personal growth and healing.
Riley Ellis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, stress, or family changes that are making every day life feel difficult or hard to manage? Do you notice your child struggling and you are unsure how to emotionally support them? Have you tried to solve the problems on your own and nothing seems to be working? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then I'm glad you're here. Seeking help for your child, family struggles, or parenting issues can be difficult. I'm here to help.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, stress, or family changes that are making every day life feel difficult or hard to manage? Do you notice your child struggling and you are unsure how to emotionally support them? Have you tried to solve the problems on your own and nothing seems to be working? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then I'm glad you're here. Seeking help for your child, family struggles, or parenting issues can be difficult. I'm here to help.
Liz LaCasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Thank you for taking this time to set out on a journey of self-discovery and/or healing. And for the diligence it takes to find the right therapist to meet your needs. I believe strongly that the match between client to therapist, and the energy they share is of vital importance in the work. I strive to be your companion on a journey of discovery, reconciling, and healing. In as much as I am your mirror, I am your compassionate facilitator to enable your inner guide to emerge and shine through. My approach is supportive, direct, and rooted in a firm belief that every journey is unique and special.
Thank you for taking this time to set out on a journey of self-discovery and/or healing. And for the diligence it takes to find the right therapist to meet your needs. I believe strongly that the match between client to therapist, and the energy they share is of vital importance in the work. I strive to be your companion on a journey of discovery, reconciling, and healing. In as much as I am your mirror, I am your compassionate facilitator to enable your inner guide to emerge and shine through. My approach is supportive, direct, and rooted in a firm belief that every journey is unique and special.
Dr. Katherine Levinger Olson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I offer psychotherapy services for adults, primarily focused on maternal mental health and wellness. In addition, I offer 90 minute consultations for parents/caregivers of autistic and AuDHD individuals, specializing in PDA (Pervasive/Protective Drive for Autonomy) and other complex profiles. The focus of these consultations is on psychoeducation and targeted problem solving to support connection, family wellness, and neurodiverse and autonomy-affirming care.
I offer psychotherapy services for adults, primarily focused on maternal mental health and wellness. In addition, I offer 90 minute consultations for parents/caregivers of autistic and AuDHD individuals, specializing in PDA (Pervasive/Protective Drive for Autonomy) and other complex profiles. The focus of these consultations is on psychoeducation and targeted problem solving to support connection, family wellness, and neurodiverse and autonomy-affirming care.
Jacqueline Sarah Robertson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PATP, EMDR
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Change is ready for you. Do you find yourself battling burnout, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling trapped or besieged by overwhelming emotions? If you're yearning for a shift in your life, CHANGE is possible. I specialize in guiding individuals through transformative journeys, helping them break free from limiting patterns and heal past wounds that hinder their path to fulfillment. In my therapy sessions, you'll find a safe haven—a space free of judgment and filled with compassion. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your being, unearth hidden truths, and cultivate new coping mechanisms. Your authentic self awaits you.
Change is ready for you. Do you find yourself battling burnout, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling trapped or besieged by overwhelming emotions? If you're yearning for a shift in your life, CHANGE is possible. I specialize in guiding individuals through transformative journeys, helping them break free from limiting patterns and heal past wounds that hinder their path to fulfillment. In my therapy sessions, you'll find a safe haven—a space free of judgment and filled with compassion. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your being, unearth hidden truths, and cultivate new coping mechanisms. Your authentic self awaits you.
Faith Grace Magdalena
Marriage & Family Therapist, Faith Magdalena, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
My ideal client is one who is willing to self-examine. I appreciate flexibility, creativity and intelligence. I am best suited to depth work, addressing unresolved underlying issues that continue to impact daily living. I appreciate differences and have a deep regard for diversity and the challenges therein. I focus on helping to identify inherent strengths working to build upon those. Being down to earth, I also work well with adolescents and young adults. Licensed since 1990 I am EMDR, EFT trained and well versed in 12 step support. I also use the Medicine Wheel paradigm with assessments. My pup Shugah comes to work too.
My ideal client is one who is willing to self-examine. I appreciate flexibility, creativity and intelligence. I am best suited to depth work, addressing unresolved underlying issues that continue to impact daily living. I appreciate differences and have a deep regard for diversity and the challenges therein. I focus on helping to identify inherent strengths working to build upon those. Being down to earth, I also work well with adolescents and young adults. Licensed since 1990 I am EMDR, EFT trained and well versed in 12 step support. I also use the Medicine Wheel paradigm with assessments. My pup Shugah comes to work too.
Life is challenging. We are expected to manage relationships, work, sickness, finances, and other stresses. Many of us come to experience significant anxiety, shame, anger, or depression in coping with the world. Whether you are facing an immediate crisis or longstanding concern, psychotherapy can help. With over 25 years of experience, I have assisted people in developing more effective ways of living. My therapeutic approach is informed by current neuroscience research, contemporary relational psychoanalytic thinking, phenomenology, and child development research.
Life is challenging. We are expected to manage relationships, work, sickness, finances, and other stresses. Many of us come to experience significant anxiety, shame, anger, or depression in coping with the world. Whether you are facing an immediate crisis or longstanding concern, psychotherapy can help. With over 25 years of experience, I have assisted people in developing more effective ways of living. My therapeutic approach is informed by current neuroscience research, contemporary relational psychoanalytic thinking, phenomenology, and child development research.
Imagine being listened to with complete attention, without interruption or judgment in a confidential, supportive environment. I am both practical and holistic in my commitment to focus short-term on a specific problem or, to work over time to find what is lacking in your life that causes suffering. Through exploring and making transitions in relationships, career, creativity, sexuality and spirituality including dreams, we will solve or get beyond obstacles and grieve losses together, and relate them to the present. I can help guide the process in a compassionate and timely fashion, mediate any pain and give your future hope.
Imagine being listened to with complete attention, without interruption or judgment in a confidential, supportive environment. I am both practical and holistic in my commitment to focus short-term on a specific problem or, to work over time to find what is lacking in your life that causes suffering. Through exploring and making transitions in relationships, career, creativity, sexuality and spirituality including dreams, we will solve or get beyond obstacles and grieve losses together, and relate them to the present. I can help guide the process in a compassionate and timely fashion, mediate any pain and give your future hope.
Katrina Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
It is easy to feel overwhelmed when we are trying to navigate stress, transition, trauma, loss, or conflict. Through compassionate inquiry into our hearts, minds, and souls we can better understand the path forward to the life we want and the person we want to be. I am a warm, collaborative, and person-centered therapist who believes in the innate capacity of humans to heal, grow, and thrive. I will join you and help guide you to connect to your authentic self, inner wisdom, strengths, and compassion. I work with adults, teens, children, couples and families to find balance and a greater sense of well-being.
It is easy to feel overwhelmed when we are trying to navigate stress, transition, trauma, loss, or conflict. Through compassionate inquiry into our hearts, minds, and souls we can better understand the path forward to the life we want and the person we want to be. I am a warm, collaborative, and person-centered therapist who believes in the innate capacity of humans to heal, grow, and thrive. I will join you and help guide you to connect to your authentic self, inner wisdom, strengths, and compassion. I work with adults, teens, children, couples and families to find balance and a greater sense of well-being.
Dr. Jean Stultz Somatic Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Somatic therapy is a form of therapy that integrates the mind and body. When talk therapy is not enough, somatic approaches offer an integrated lens that allows the wisdom of the body to be expressed and explored. Dr. Jean creates a safe, therapeutic container from which each client can begin to develop a greater coherency of their daily life experiences and an understand of how their bodily experiences are interwoven. See more on my personal webpage: DrJeanTherapy.com
Somatic therapy is a form of therapy that integrates the mind and body. When talk therapy is not enough, somatic approaches offer an integrated lens that allows the wisdom of the body to be expressed and explored. Dr. Jean creates a safe, therapeutic container from which each client can begin to develop a greater coherency of their daily life experiences and an understand of how their bodily experiences are interwoven. See more on my personal webpage: DrJeanTherapy.com
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (Online Only)
Do you feel like doubt, old patterns, and worry keep you stuck? Do you tend to feel anxious, depressed, numb, or stressed out, but you put those feelings to the side because you have responsibilities? You’re used to powering through things but also SO tired of feeling the way you do. You want more tools to deal with what life has thrown at you so you can become unstuck.
Do you feel like doubt, old patterns, and worry keep you stuck? Do you tend to feel anxious, depressed, numb, or stressed out, but you put those feelings to the side because you have responsibilities? You’re used to powering through things but also SO tired of feeling the way you do. You want more tools to deal with what life has thrown at you so you can become unstuck.
Meghan Carlson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93102 (Online Only)
We are all the experts in our own lives and I value getting to know and better understand you first. My therapeutic approach is relational and ever evolving. I aim to come alongside you in your journey and to serve as a nonjudgmental support as you navigate your path forward while better understanding your past. I listen first and act with curiosity to explore options and new found possibilities that are rooted in you.
We are all the experts in our own lives and I value getting to know and better understand you first. My therapeutic approach is relational and ever evolving. I aim to come alongside you in your journey and to serve as a nonjudgmental support as you navigate your path forward while better understanding your past. I listen first and act with curiosity to explore options and new found possibilities that are rooted in you.
Haley Fuller
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
My approach is psychodynamic but flexible; exploring the relationship to the self in both past and present experiences. I believe acceptance, choice, flexibility and compassion are the key agents of change. I view life through the bittersweet lens of existentialism and am aligned with Buddhist principles. I am EMDR trained and fascinated by the human brain and somatic storage of trauma. I enjoy working with adolescents and individuals with a range of needs. I am LGBTQIA+ informed and delighted to support any and all life experiences. I appreciate the depths of the human experience and also love a good laugh when it's available.
My approach is psychodynamic but flexible; exploring the relationship to the self in both past and present experiences. I believe acceptance, choice, flexibility and compassion are the key agents of change. I view life through the bittersweet lens of existentialism and am aligned with Buddhist principles. I am EMDR trained and fascinated by the human brain and somatic storage of trauma. I enjoy working with adolescents and individuals with a range of needs. I am LGBTQIA+ informed and delighted to support any and all life experiences. I appreciate the depths of the human experience and also love a good laugh when it's available.
Lori Hildreth
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Do you wish life were different? Are things in your past tripping you up in the present? Do you need clarity in your relationships? Someone to listen? When we gain the courage to share our stories, we can begin the first steps on the path towards healing. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable sharing your story and pursuing your therapeutic goals. I work with couples and individual clients of all ages who are seeking to feel better, break patterns that no longer serve them and start habits that do.
Do you wish life were different? Are things in your past tripping you up in the present? Do you need clarity in your relationships? Someone to listen? When we gain the courage to share our stories, we can begin the first steps on the path towards healing. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable sharing your story and pursuing your therapeutic goals. I work with couples and individual clients of all ages who are seeking to feel better, break patterns that no longer serve them and start habits that do.
Solomon Ndungu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
My theoretical orientation is psychodynamic. Using the most appropriate and beneficial modality that fits with the client and their needs. I work collaboratively with a client to arrive at their personal goals in therapy. I have found life is a journey of learning how to live to the fullest with all the gifts that we possess and discovering others along the way. With all the experiences that we have in this life, a persons perspective makes a huge difference in how they experience it. My hope is to help find the perspective that helps alleviate suffering and creates a space for healing and thriving.
My theoretical orientation is psychodynamic. Using the most appropriate and beneficial modality that fits with the client and their needs. I work collaboratively with a client to arrive at their personal goals in therapy. I have found life is a journey of learning how to live to the fullest with all the gifts that we possess and discovering others along the way. With all the experiences that we have in this life, a persons perspective makes a huge difference in how they experience it. My hope is to help find the perspective that helps alleviate suffering and creates a space for healing and thriving.
Hattie Bluestone
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Life is too short to spend another day at war with yourself. As a therapist, I specialize in helping people with anxiety, depression, harsh self-criticism, relationship challenges, disordered eating, and body image concerns. No one wakes up in the morning hoping to struggle in these ways, but as humans it’s easy to get stuck. In a warm, non-judgmental space, we can work together to understand painful patterns, heal old wounds, and create meaningful change. My goal is to help you connect with your innate wisdom and compassion so you can live a life aligned with what matters to you most.
Life is too short to spend another day at war with yourself. As a therapist, I specialize in helping people with anxiety, depression, harsh self-criticism, relationship challenges, disordered eating, and body image concerns. No one wakes up in the morning hoping to struggle in these ways, but as humans it’s easy to get stuck. In a warm, non-judgmental space, we can work together to understand painful patterns, heal old wounds, and create meaningful change. My goal is to help you connect with your innate wisdom and compassion so you can live a life aligned with what matters to you most.
Joe Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I work with people ages 13-85. Some of the issues I support people with adjustment issues, self-esteem, social pressure, issues you may be dealing with, expected and unexpected. Now may be the time to realize help is available. Life can be challenging and difficult . You may be dealing with depression or work-related issues. This will be safe environment
I work with people ages 13-85. Some of the issues I support people with adjustment issues, self-esteem, social pressure, issues you may be dealing with, expected and unexpected. Now may be the time to realize help is available. Life can be challenging and difficult . You may be dealing with depression or work-related issues. This will be safe environment
Jacqueline Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93102
Hi! My name is Jax, and my passion is helping you be who you're meant to be in the world. I'm here to help you recover from the adversities of your past and present, so you can thrive and shine in your relationships with yourself, your loved ones and your community.
Hi! My name is Jax, and my passion is helping you be who you're meant to be in the world. I'm here to help you recover from the adversities of your past and present, so you can thrive and shine in your relationships with yourself, your loved ones and your community.
Ana C Leyva
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I work with couples, families, and individuals of all ages, specializing in trauma and attachment work. I believe that, at any given moment, we are each doing the best that we can with our current or perceived reality. It is for this reason that I feel honored to work with people on this level. My ideal client is someone looking to understand their internal and external world better, and someone looking to heal new and old wounds at their pace. I love helping people get to a place where they feel grounded and empowered in their world.
I work with couples, families, and individuals of all ages, specializing in trauma and attachment work. I believe that, at any given moment, we are each doing the best that we can with our current or perceived reality. It is for this reason that I feel honored to work with people on this level. My ideal client is someone looking to understand their internal and external world better, and someone looking to heal new and old wounds at their pace. I love helping people get to a place where they feel grounded and empowered in their world.
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Number of Therapists in Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA
500+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
82% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Stress |
63% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
59% | Aetna |
38% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
37% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA see their clients
76% | In Person and Online | |
24% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Downtown, Santa Barbara?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.