Anxiety Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
Julie Newell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (Online Only)
I treat issues of anxiety, various mood disorders, changes in relationship/marital status, strength building in couples, various phase of life transitions, parenting challenges, family/blended-family dynamics, adolescents struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, social isolation/bullying, behavioral issues, anger management, issues of identity & self esteem.
I believe the therapeutic process is a collaborative way to discover healthy coping mechanisms, reduce stress, and increase personal happiness and well-being. Confidentiality, respect, and compassion are inherent to my process. I have over a decade of experience treating adolescents, adult individuals, couples & families. By integrating various therapeutic approaches such as Strength’s-Based Strategic, Solution-Focused & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I am able to provide well-rounded, evidence-based support to promote positive change.
I treat issues of anxiety, various mood disorders, changes in relationship/marital status, strength building in couples, various phase of life transitions, parenting challenges, family/blended-family dynamics, adolescents struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, social isolation/bullying, behavioral issues, anger management, issues of identity & self esteem.
I believe the therapeutic process is a collaborative way to discover healthy coping mechanisms, reduce stress, and increase personal happiness and well-being. Confidentiality, respect, and compassion are inherent to my process. I have over a decade of experience treating adolescents, adult individuals, couples & families. By integrating various therapeutic approaches such as Strength’s-Based Strategic, Solution-Focused & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I am able to provide well-rounded, evidence-based support to promote positive change.
Vanessa Chin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I have experience working with individual clients dealing with depression, anxiety and others who are processing the complexities of life.
Let’s work together to move your life forward. There are things that get in the way of living a full and happy life. These obstacles often come from things in our past, current relationship challenges or other circumstances that seem to be out of our control. Therapy can help people deal with these issues and can be your first step towards a happier and more fulfilling life. I bring compassion, understanding and hope to my therapeutic work. I truly listen to your concerns and understand the issues that you are trying to resolve. I seek to develop a therapeutic approach that meets your unique needs.
I have experience working with individual clients dealing with depression, anxiety and others who are processing the complexities of life.
Let’s work together to move your life forward. There are things that get in the way of living a full and happy life. These obstacles often come from things in our past, current relationship challenges or other circumstances that seem to be out of our control. Therapy can help people deal with these issues and can be your first step towards a happier and more fulfilling life. I bring compassion, understanding and hope to my therapeutic work. I truly listen to your concerns and understand the issues that you are trying to resolve. I seek to develop a therapeutic approach that meets your unique needs.
Stacie Dawes-Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RCFE
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
As a therapist deeply committed to helping individuals heal from emotional and psychological challenges, I have always been drawn to innovative approaches that offer new pathways to recovery. Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) represents a profound breakthrough in mental health care, especially for those struggling with treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, anxiety, and other mood disorders. My decision to integrate KAP into my practice stems from both professional and personal motivations, as I have witnessed its transformative potential in fostering deep healing and renewed hope in my clients.
As a therapist deeply committed to helping individuals heal from emotional and psychological challenges, I have always been drawn to innovative approaches that offer new pathways to recovery. Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) represents a profound breakthrough in mental health care, especially for those struggling with treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, anxiety, and other mood disorders. My decision to integrate KAP into my practice stems from both professional and personal motivations, as I have witnessed its transformative potential in fostering deep healing and renewed hope in my clients.
Aute Porter | Decolonized Multiracial Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I have extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, complex-trauma, and the exploration of multicultural backgrounds. My care work is influenced by my own experiences as a mixed-race woman, and navigating the confusion of identifying my own voice. I assist clients by helping them untangle the once helpful, but now challenging patterns in which they learned to survive, and move towards living in accordance to their needs and values. I enjoy working with those who are curious to explore their identity, together deconstructing painful messages from society to uncover one’s personal truth.
I have extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, complex-trauma, and the exploration of multicultural backgrounds. My care work is influenced by my own experiences as a mixed-race woman, and navigating the confusion of identifying my own voice. I assist clients by helping them untangle the once helpful, but now challenging patterns in which they learned to survive, and move towards living in accordance to their needs and values. I enjoy working with those who are curious to explore their identity, together deconstructing painful messages from society to uncover one’s personal truth.
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.
I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, relationship issues and women suffering from prepartum and postpartum depression. I have extensive experience in the treatment of eating disorders and body image issues, as well as addictions to alcohol and other drugs. Additionally, I have a unique ability to connect with young adults facing difficult developmental life transitions. It is my belief that one of the most important elements of successful therapy is the relationship developed between the client and therapist.
I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, relationship issues and women suffering from prepartum and postpartum depression. I have extensive experience in the treatment of eating disorders and body image issues, as well as addictions to alcohol and other drugs. Additionally, I have a unique ability to connect with young adults facing difficult developmental life transitions. It is my belief that one of the most important elements of successful therapy is the relationship developed between the client and therapist.
Nicole A. Botaitis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I've counseled 100's of adults experiencing a range of problems from relationships, life mentoring, boundary & assertive setting, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, loss & grief, depression, trauma, alcohol/substance use and abuse.
Do you feel like you are in a dark space, disconnected in your relationships, or experiencing a life change that is devastating or overwhelming? I am a life transition & relationship therapist and help clients overcome emotionally taxing times in order to achieve fulfilling lives. Throughout the counseling process I’m a non-judgmental support & guide. I help my clients successfully move out of being stuck & stagnant & bring balance to their life. Upon completion you will gain clarity around what you really want, achieve empowerment & ultimately transformation so that you can be free of angst & attain fulfillment & peace.
I've counseled 100's of adults experiencing a range of problems from relationships, life mentoring, boundary & assertive setting, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, loss & grief, depression, trauma, alcohol/substance use and abuse.
Do you feel like you are in a dark space, disconnected in your relationships, or experiencing a life change that is devastating or overwhelming? I am a life transition & relationship therapist and help clients overcome emotionally taxing times in order to achieve fulfilling lives. Throughout the counseling process I’m a non-judgmental support & guide. I help my clients successfully move out of being stuck & stagnant & bring balance to their life. Upon completion you will gain clarity around what you really want, achieve empowerment & ultimately transformation so that you can be free of angst & attain fulfillment & peace.
Dana Bryon Staub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Often, that includes uncovering the roots or relationship patterns and decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Do you find yourself repeating negative patterns? Do you want to make positive changes within yourself and your relationships? I believe that therapy is a collaborative process in which we together determine what you need. Years of experience contribute to my ability to create a safe space that will encourage deep exploration into understanding your emotional concerns. Often after completing the therapeutic process, many come to discover that they have more choices in their lives and report feeling more optimistic and alive.
Often, that includes uncovering the roots or relationship patterns and decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Do you find yourself repeating negative patterns? Do you want to make positive changes within yourself and your relationships? I believe that therapy is a collaborative process in which we together determine what you need. Years of experience contribute to my ability to create a safe space that will encourage deep exploration into understanding your emotional concerns. Often after completing the therapeutic process, many come to discover that they have more choices in their lives and report feeling more optimistic and alive.
I work with individuals, adolescents, families, and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, anger, relationship issues, as well as those wishing to improve their life satisfaction and communication. From a psychodynamic lens, I create a supportive environment for my clients based on trust and connection. Growth becomes possible when we have the opportunity to reflect and gain insight in a non-judgmental setting. From this space we can begin to integrate aspects of ourselves that have been neglected due to challenging or painful experiences.
I work with individuals, adolescents, families, and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, anger, relationship issues, as well as those wishing to improve their life satisfaction and communication. From a psychodynamic lens, I create a supportive environment for my clients based on trust and connection. Growth becomes possible when we have the opportunity to reflect and gain insight in a non-judgmental setting. From this space we can begin to integrate aspects of ourselves that have been neglected due to challenging or painful experiences.
Pauline Yeghnazar Peck
Psychologist, MA, MMFT, PhD, CYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
You are smart, hardworking, and psychologically-minded. Your wellbeing is important to you and objectively, most things in your life are going well. Yet, feelings of anxiety, sadness, loss, emptiness, or disappointment gnaw at you. From time to time, you think about your past, from your adolescence to relationships and choices. These things aren’t directly related to your life now so you wonder why they come up at all but you cannot reconcile them. Because you are busy with work, family, and staying connecting, these emotional blips get lost. You don’t make time to reflect and feel. You just keep plugging along … until next time.
You are smart, hardworking, and psychologically-minded. Your wellbeing is important to you and objectively, most things in your life are going well. Yet, feelings of anxiety, sadness, loss, emptiness, or disappointment gnaw at you. From time to time, you think about your past, from your adolescence to relationships and choices. These things aren’t directly related to your life now so you wonder why they come up at all but you cannot reconcile them. Because you are busy with work, family, and staying connecting, these emotional blips get lost. You don’t make time to reflect and feel. You just keep plugging along … until next time.
Sara Firestone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and families, including parents experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety.
Sometimes the most challenging moments in our lives can lead to the most growth and healing. My goal as a therapist is to support you through those difficult times. Together we can work to improve your relationship with yourself, strengthen your relationships with others, and learn strategies to help you cope more effectively with life’s challenges. My approach is warm, compassionate and non-judgmental, and I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to help them reach their goals.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and families, including parents experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety.
Sometimes the most challenging moments in our lives can lead to the most growth and healing. My goal as a therapist is to support you through those difficult times. Together we can work to improve your relationship with yourself, strengthen your relationships with others, and learn strategies to help you cope more effectively with life’s challenges. My approach is warm, compassionate and non-judgmental, and I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to help them reach their goals.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I utilize CBT to help further an understanding of the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behavior to address various forms of depression, anxiety, and compulsions.
I work to assist adolescents and adults improve their self-esteem, address disordered eating, manage urges and engagement in self-harm, maintain safety, and continue to build and maintain healthy relationships. I also support the development of skills to improve concentration, anxiety management, emotional regulation, and socialization.
I utilize CBT to help further an understanding of the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behavior to address various forms of depression, anxiety, and compulsions.
I work to assist adolescents and adults improve their self-esteem, address disordered eating, manage urges and engagement in self-harm, maintain safety, and continue to build and maintain healthy relationships. I also support the development of skills to improve concentration, anxiety management, emotional regulation, and socialization.
Also, I lead a weekly depression/ anxiety support group on Mondays from 5:15pm-6:30pm.
Now that you have PTSD from drowning in a sea of therapist marketing profiles, I’m here to help! Hit me up if you’re a high conflict couple and you’re fighting too much, or an individual and you’re fighting with (parts of?) yourself (or others?) in your head too much. I’m foundationally "humanistic-existentialist", meaning I join you on your journey with curiosity/authenticity/empathy, and help you become more confidently you through a relational process. But I'm trained in lots of acronyms: Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
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Now that you have PTSD from drowning in a sea of therapist marketing profiles, I’m here to help! Hit me up if you’re a high conflict couple and you’re fighting too much, or an individual and you’re fighting with (parts of?) yourself (or others?) in your head too much. I’m foundationally "humanistic-existentialist", meaning I join you on your journey with curiosity/authenticity/empathy, and help you become more confidently you through a relational process. But I'm trained in lots of acronyms: Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Darren M Del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Waitlist for new clients
I believe seeking therapy is a sign of strength. Our deepest self wants to be known and find a way through life's challenges. Our deepest self wants to connect and create and build a sense of well-being. Whether you are feeling "off" internally ( anxious or depressed), or need to discuss relationship problems, I provide a warm and thoughtful presence. I believe the best way to grow is to feel supported to engage with relational patterns, troubling and repetitive thoughts, and unfinished business from the past that is getting in the way of building your future. I will engage with you to help you move forward in your life.
I believe seeking therapy is a sign of strength. Our deepest self wants to be known and find a way through life's challenges. Our deepest self wants to connect and create and build a sense of well-being. Whether you are feeling "off" internally ( anxious or depressed), or need to discuss relationship problems, I provide a warm and thoughtful presence. I believe the best way to grow is to feel supported to engage with relational patterns, troubling and repetitive thoughts, and unfinished business from the past that is getting in the way of building your future. I will engage with you to help you move forward in your life.
Miriam Commisso
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, 88035
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
My areas of expertise are in dual diagnosis (mental health/substance use), addiction and recovery, postpartum conditions, life transitions, family relationship issues, couples struggling with relationship/communication/intimacy issues and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and BiPolar.
Have you ever felt too overwhelmed to deal with your problems? Are you stuck in the past or thinking too much about the “what if's” of the future? Do you want to improve your relationships? Are you experiencing any life transitions? Are you a new parent navigating postpartum and life changes? I provide my clients with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore, navigate and process life’s challenges. Together we can work to define your goals and to clarify what you want in life.
My areas of expertise are in dual diagnosis (mental health/substance use), addiction and recovery, postpartum conditions, life transitions, family relationship issues, couples struggling with relationship/communication/intimacy issues and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and BiPolar.
Have you ever felt too overwhelmed to deal with your problems? Are you stuck in the past or thinking too much about the “what if's” of the future? Do you want to improve your relationships? Are you experiencing any life transitions? Are you a new parent navigating postpartum and life changes? I provide my clients with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore, navigate and process life’s challenges. Together we can work to define your goals and to clarify what you want in life.
Areas of focus in my practice include:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self-esteem
- ADD/ADHD
- Stress Management
- Conflict resolution
- Communication Skills
- Children's Behavioral Issues
- Relationship Issues
- Life transitions
- Life-changing events.
As your therapist, I will meet you where you are at in the moment with the situations you face and the emotions you feel, whether it be loneliness, pain, anger, happiness, sadness, fear, or aliveness. From this meeting place we have the possibility of developing a trusting relationship that allows you to begin to reveal more of who you are, what you experience, and what you want. I work to help support the development of greater self-awareness and a clear, healthy, internal sense of what is best for you.
Areas of focus in my practice include:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self-esteem
- ADD/ADHD
- Stress Management
- Conflict resolution
- Communication Skills
- Children's Behavioral Issues
- Relationship Issues
- Life transitions
- Life-changing events.
As your therapist, I will meet you where you are at in the moment with the situations you face and the emotions you feel, whether it be loneliness, pain, anger, happiness, sadness, fear, or aliveness. From this meeting place we have the possibility of developing a trusting relationship that allows you to begin to reveal more of who you are, what you experience, and what you want. I work to help support the development of greater self-awareness and a clear, healthy, internal sense of what is best for you.
Ann Doud Stephens is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing since 2008. Ann has experience in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, trauma and family dispute resolution. Ann worked in the family court system for thirteen years to assist families in divorce and child custody mediation. Ann has been seeing individuals in a clinical setting for the past two years and focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in processing and redirecting their thoughts. Ann offers video or telephone sessions, as determined by clients' preference.
Ann Doud Stephens is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing since 2008. Ann has experience in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, trauma and family dispute resolution. Ann worked in the family court system for thirteen years to assist families in divorce and child custody mediation. Ann has been seeing individuals in a clinical setting for the past two years and focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in processing and redirecting their thoughts. Ann offers video or telephone sessions, as determined by clients' preference.
Are you and your partner fighting more? Do you feel distant and disconnected, lonely and truly concerned about the state of your partnership? Has infidelity got you feeling angry, depressed or anxious and is this getting in the way of your daily life, depriving you of any joy and happiness? It's time to reach out and get some professional help because trying to figure out these kinds of difficulties can be a daunting task when undertaken alone or when trying to clear out the cobwebs that make resolving partnership issues feel insurmountable. Get the help you need...now!
Are you and your partner fighting more? Do you feel distant and disconnected, lonely and truly concerned about the state of your partnership? Has infidelity got you feeling angry, depressed or anxious and is this getting in the way of your daily life, depriving you of any joy and happiness? It's time to reach out and get some professional help because trying to figure out these kinds of difficulties can be a daunting task when undertaken alone or when trying to clear out the cobwebs that make resolving partnership issues feel insurmountable. Get the help you need...now!
I have a Psychology degree from University of California, Santa Barbara and a Master of Psychology degree from Antioch University. I have tremendous experience working with the youth. A major focus in my work has been surrounded upon improving mental health through developing coping skills, anxiety management and helping to aid growth within the family system. I am incredibly passionate about the therapy process which comes with empowering others.
I have a Psychology degree from University of California, Santa Barbara and a Master of Psychology degree from Antioch University. I have tremendous experience working with the youth. A major focus in my work has been surrounded upon improving mental health through developing coping skills, anxiety management and helping to aid growth within the family system. I am incredibly passionate about the therapy process which comes with empowering others.
Katrina Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I have helped people with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
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.
I have helped people with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
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.
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