Adults Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
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.
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.
My areas of expertise are chemical dependency, co-dependency, anxiety and depression. For over 20 years I’ve worked with addicts, alcoholics and affected families. I specialize in couple’s counseling and trauma resolution.
My areas of expertise are chemical dependency, co-dependency, anxiety and depression. For over 20 years I’ve worked with addicts, alcoholics and affected families. I specialize in couple’s counseling and trauma resolution.
We provide individualized private confidential one on one medically assisted detox services . Many of our clients are Professionals in their community and prefer the privacy and convenience of a in home detox plan. I have always been committed to maintaining the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of your personal and corporate information. Personalized Recovery is dedicated to addressing your personal needs and guiding you through your recovery process.
We provide individualized private confidential one on one medically assisted detox services . Many of our clients are Professionals in their community and prefer the privacy and convenience of a in home detox plan. I have always been committed to maintaining the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of your personal and corporate information. Personalized Recovery is dedicated to addressing your personal needs and guiding you through your recovery process.
Every person is unique, and what one needs to heal and feel whole is also unique. I see each of my clients as the individuals that they are, and work with them using the method and process best for their healing and personal growth. Therapy is a process where alchemy can occur; together we can allow for this process, and the healing begins here. I use a Client Centered approach and integrate Family Systems, Dreamwork, EMDR, play therapy, and some astrology if the client requests this.
Every person is unique, and what one needs to heal and feel whole is also unique. I see each of my clients as the individuals that they are, and work with them using the method and process best for their healing and personal growth. Therapy is a process where alchemy can occur; together we can allow for this process, and the healing begins here. I use a Client Centered approach and integrate Family Systems, Dreamwork, EMDR, play therapy, and some astrology if the client requests this.
Terri Eddy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Imagine a life where anxiety no longer dictates your choices, where you confidently recognize your self-worth, and where the weight of past traumas fades. Building a better life and feeling more at ease are possible. Your life is too precious to stay stuck in suffering. I can help you find a new way of feeling and being in the world. In therapy, we'll tackle the barriers that hold you back and I'll help you learn to treat yourself with the care you need to thrive. My specialty in EMDR therapy is a powerful tool to address trauma and anxiety directly, allowing for deep and lasting change.
Imagine a life where anxiety no longer dictates your choices, where you confidently recognize your self-worth, and where the weight of past traumas fades. Building a better life and feeling more at ease are possible. Your life is too precious to stay stuck in suffering. I can help you find a new way of feeling and being in the world. In therapy, we'll tackle the barriers that hold you back and I'll help you learn to treat yourself with the care you need to thrive. My specialty in EMDR therapy is a powerful tool to address trauma and anxiety directly, allowing for deep and lasting change.
Jennifer Rapp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
There are times when life can feel overwhelming and your usual coping tools are no longer working. Whether you are experiencing a general sense of anxiety and unhappiness, feeling strained in your relationships, undergoing a big transition, or looking to deepen your self-awareness, therapy can help. I provide a warm and safe place to explore these issues and learn more about yourself and your story. Together, we will build awareness and develop tools to create a greater sense of connection and joy in your life, work, and relationships.
There are times when life can feel overwhelming and your usual coping tools are no longer working. Whether you are experiencing a general sense of anxiety and unhappiness, feeling strained in your relationships, undergoing a big transition, or looking to deepen your self-awareness, therapy can help. I provide a warm and safe place to explore these issues and learn more about yourself and your story. Together, we will build awareness and develop tools to create a greater sense of connection and joy in your life, work, and relationships.
Wendy A. McFarland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
For many people it is hard to ask for help when it comes to sorting out the challenges of life. Making the decision to seek assistance from a therapist is courageous and can be rewarded with a safe, warm and supportive therapy environment. I work with people who often feel they are in crisis, experience anxiety or depression, have a low sense of self and struggle with the relationships in their lives but are motivated to gain insight and skills that are necessary to make lasting positive changes.
For many people it is hard to ask for help when it comes to sorting out the challenges of life. Making the decision to seek assistance from a therapist is courageous and can be rewarded with a safe, warm and supportive therapy environment. I work with people who often feel they are in crisis, experience anxiety or depression, have a low sense of self and struggle with the relationships in their lives but are motivated to gain insight and skills that are necessary to make lasting positive changes.
Laniece Clausell is a LCSW, who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from CSU, Fresno with a degree in Social Work and a focus on Education. Laniece believes in Accepting where the person is and starting from there. She also believes that every person should have a safe space to talk about hard things. Her main areas of focus include Anxiety/Depression and Trauma.
Laniece Clausell is a LCSW, who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from CSU, Fresno with a degree in Social Work and a focus on Education. Laniece believes in Accepting where the person is and starting from there. She also believes that every person should have a safe space to talk about hard things. Her main areas of focus include Anxiety/Depression and Trauma.
Laurel O'Connor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
There are times in our lives when we are presented with challenging circumstances. These experiences can be enormously difficult yet they also provide an opportunity for tremendous growth. The guidance and support of a trusted professional can be vital in regaining a sense of balance and ability to move forward in a positive way. What I have come to understand from my own life and education is that our suffering is often caused by losing connection to ourselves and others. With care and curiosity we can rebuild this sense of connection and foster the change necessary to create a healthy and meaningful life.
There are times in our lives when we are presented with challenging circumstances. These experiences can be enormously difficult yet they also provide an opportunity for tremendous growth. The guidance and support of a trusted professional can be vital in regaining a sense of balance and ability to move forward in a positive way. What I have come to understand from my own life and education is that our suffering is often caused by losing connection to ourselves and others. With care and curiosity we can rebuild this sense of connection and foster the change necessary to create a healthy and meaningful life.
Madeleine Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I believe that the strength of our relationships shapes how fulfilling our lives are. I specialize in working with couples who are facing transitions and/or conflict in their relationship and individuals who struggle with relationships and their sense of self. Together, we will work towards deeper understanding and freedom from negative and/or destructive repetitions that impact your life and relationships.
I believe that the strength of our relationships shapes how fulfilling our lives are. I specialize in working with couples who are facing transitions and/or conflict in their relationship and individuals who struggle with relationships and their sense of self. Together, we will work towards deeper understanding and freedom from negative and/or destructive repetitions that impact your life and relationships.
Heather Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Do you feel anxious, frustrated, or overwhelmed living within this CIS gendered binary restrictive patriarchal society? You do not have to continue to feel this way. I can help you expand your breadth of coping tools, communication techniques, and other skills that could help bring relief.
Do you feel anxious, frustrated, or overwhelmed living within this CIS gendered binary restrictive patriarchal society? You do not have to continue to feel this way. I can help you expand your breadth of coping tools, communication techniques, and other skills that could help bring relief.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (Online Only)
Everyone has the capacity to change what's not working. My goal is to help you get to know all parts of yourself and understand that you are already in possession of a vast amount of resources for self-understanding, acceptance, and change. By showing appreciation for all parts of yourself, while focusing on your strengths and potentials, we will work to increase balance and well-being in your life.
Everyone has the capacity to change what's not working. My goal is to help you get to know all parts of yourself and understand that you are already in possession of a vast amount of resources for self-understanding, acceptance, and change. By showing appreciation for all parts of yourself, while focusing on your strengths and potentials, we will work to increase balance and well-being in your life.
Maria (Mari) Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a short waitlist however feel free to reach out if you’d like to discuss working with me. My eclectic approach can incorporate Psychodynamic/talk therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) or parts-work, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, a Solution-Focused approach, Life Coaching skills and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). I offer support & guidance as you deal with stressors, changes or challenges that have arisen in your Life. I enjoy and have worked successfully with clients of all ethnicities & socio-economic levels. As well as enjoy being a therapist for other allied professionals & therapists.
I currently have a short waitlist however feel free to reach out if you’d like to discuss working with me. My eclectic approach can incorporate Psychodynamic/talk therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) or parts-work, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, a Solution-Focused approach, Life Coaching skills and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). I offer support & guidance as you deal with stressors, changes or challenges that have arisen in your Life. I enjoy and have worked successfully with clients of all ethnicities & socio-economic levels. As well as enjoy being a therapist for other allied professionals & therapists.
Life can be peaceful, serene, satisfying. If you have attempted therapy in the past or are not sure your diagnosis is correct, I can help. You can learn to regulate thoughts, emotions, and states while discovering the self you always knew you could be.
Life can be peaceful, serene, satisfying. If you have attempted therapy in the past or are not sure your diagnosis is correct, I can help. You can learn to regulate thoughts, emotions, and states while discovering the self you always knew you could be.
Sarah Newell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Are you here because you feel called? Perhaps you’re looking to explore unlived potential, let go of patterns that no longer work, or process something that’s been on your mind for as long as you can remember. At the same time, you may feel stuck, anxious, ambivalent, or even resistant. Answering the call to live an examined life is a courageous act. Further, neuroscience has proven we all have the capacity for change, regardless of age. I’m here to act as a guide and accompany you on your journey; to listen deeply, to hold space for you, and to ask meaningful questions that empower you to awaken and embody your own inner healer.
Are you here because you feel called? Perhaps you’re looking to explore unlived potential, let go of patterns that no longer work, or process something that’s been on your mind for as long as you can remember. At the same time, you may feel stuck, anxious, ambivalent, or even resistant. Answering the call to live an examined life is a courageous act. Further, neuroscience has proven we all have the capacity for change, regardless of age. I’m here to act as a guide and accompany you on your journey; to listen deeply, to hold space for you, and to ask meaningful questions that empower you to awaken and embody your own inner healer.
Albert Breton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Navigating the challenges of life can be overwhelming and confusing, especially without support. If you’re reading this, you've already taken the first step in your healing journey and I’d be honored to accompany you. I work with clients to help increase their awareness and understanding, develop and gain skills to make lasting change, and overall honor and become intentional with their emotional experience.
Navigating the challenges of life can be overwhelming and confusing, especially without support. If you’re reading this, you've already taken the first step in your healing journey and I’d be honored to accompany you. I work with clients to help increase their awareness and understanding, develop and gain skills to make lasting change, and overall honor and become intentional with their emotional experience.
I have experience in inpatient and outpatient settings working with eating disorders, addictions, depression and anxiety, and trauma. I understand and respect the mind-body connection and how it can be an avenue for healing and change.I see the therapeutic relationship as a partnership and I provide a safe, comfortable and compassionate space. This space allows individuals to openly explore thoughts, emotions and behavior patterns, while learning to express emotions and relieve distress in a healthy way. I balance this with an authentic and direct approach which guides and challenges clients to move forward in their growth process.
I have experience in inpatient and outpatient settings working with eating disorders, addictions, depression and anxiety, and trauma. I understand and respect the mind-body connection and how it can be an avenue for healing and change.I see the therapeutic relationship as a partnership and I provide a safe, comfortable and compassionate space. This space allows individuals to openly explore thoughts, emotions and behavior patterns, while learning to express emotions and relieve distress in a healthy way. I balance this with an authentic and direct approach which guides and challenges clients to move forward in their growth process.
Just like physical health, mental health is an essential aspect of living well. When our mental health is amiss, our ability to enjoy life is compromised. Just as a physical limp impedes our ability to move freely, emotional suffering hinders our ability to live as we would like. Effective therapy puts you back in the driver’s seat of your own life. I’m here to collaborate with you to find creative solutions to the sources of your distress.
Just like physical health, mental health is an essential aspect of living well. When our mental health is amiss, our ability to enjoy life is compromised. Just as a physical limp impedes our ability to move freely, emotional suffering hinders our ability to live as we would like. Effective therapy puts you back in the driver’s seat of your own life. I’m here to collaborate with you to find creative solutions to the sources of your distress.
You’ve tried so many different ways to cope with the anxiety, the depression, the kid’s problems, your partners issues and still, you have nothing to show for it at this time. You’ve talked to the pediatrician and your primary caregiver and now you're contemplating whether you should take those antidepressants and look for another therapist since the last one didn't seem to understand what things are truly like for you. What you need is an expert who truly knows that it takes to love yourself, to be who you were meant to be. I am confident and guarantee that we can get you to where you want to be.
You’ve tried so many different ways to cope with the anxiety, the depression, the kid’s problems, your partners issues and still, you have nothing to show for it at this time. You’ve talked to the pediatrician and your primary caregiver and now you're contemplating whether you should take those antidepressants and look for another therapist since the last one didn't seem to understand what things are truly like for you. What you need is an expert who truly knows that it takes to love yourself, to be who you were meant to be. I am confident and guarantee that we can get you to where you want to be.
Amy Marie Hamilton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Hi! I'm Amy Hamilton, a licensed therapist dedicated to helping children, teens, and families through a variety of emotional and psychological challenges. Whether it's anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, or more complex matters like family dynamics, attachment difficulties, or the effects of bullying, I'm here to provide support. I'm passionate about guiding young people toward a happier, healthier future and would love to help you navigate any obstacles you may be facing.
Hi! I'm Amy Hamilton, a licensed therapist dedicated to helping children, teens, and families through a variety of emotional and psychological challenges. Whether it's anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, or more complex matters like family dynamics, attachment difficulties, or the effects of bullying, I'm here to provide support. I'm passionate about guiding young people toward a happier, healthier future and would love to help you navigate any obstacles you may be facing.
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