Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA

I believe the primary goal of psychotherapy is to help people find purpose and meaning in their lives. I work collaboratively with my patients to help them to navigate life transitions, resolve interpersonal issues, achieve goals, and create the life changes they desire.

All human beings are capable of meaningful and lasting transformation. All of us, regardless of whether we are 6 or 60, can use our minds to change our brains to change our minds to... well, you get the picture. This is thanks to a phenomenon called "neuroplasticity." Neuroplasticity says that neurons that fire together wire together. Through the intentional development of new skills for choosing healthier thoughts and responses to life's challenges, we can actually change the structure of our brains. This gradual transformation of our neurology allows us to restructure our lives to eliminate needless suffering.

I am the CEO and co-founder of NeuroField, Inc.,a company that develops specialized neurostimulation modalities designed to restore functionality to your brain. Have you ever wondered why psychotherapy fails? Have you or a family member suffered from an injury that impacts the way your brain functions? Do you or your child have problems academically or socially? If your brain is damaged, it's hard to learn new skills and function in the world. One way to correct these problems is with neurotherapy. I am an expert in neurotherpy and have been practicing in the field since 1987.

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've been an educator for over 20 years, at Dartmouth College and UC Santa Barbara, where I met many young adults facing stress, anxiety, and depression. Their experience inspired me to start clinical training in 2005 at the New Center for Psychoanalysis in LA, where I have also been a faculty member. My approach to psychoanalysis is interdisciplinary; I'm affiliated with the Neuroscience Institute at UCSB and was a clinical member of THRIVE Infant-Family Program in LA. My current research focuses on the links between biology, sociality, psychology and the environment. I specialize in infant-family therapy, adults, and seniors.

You might be here because life feels unfulfilling and overwhelming - there’s a sense of staleness and repetition about your life that resembles groundhog day. Or maybe you just went through a big life event and don't recognize who you are or who you're supposed to be. Relentless negative self-talk tells you you’re failing at life but where the hell are you supposed to start? Small decisions about everyday life leave you overwhelmed, frozen – everything feels like a high-stakes decision and you struggle to find a sense of contentment in your day-to-day life. You feel perpetually overwhelmed and exhausted and constantly crave sleep.

My therapeutic style is warm and collaborative. In my practice, I help clients develop insight into cognitive beliefs and behavioral patterns that no longer serve them. Maybe you’ve been experiencing depression, anxiety, challenges in relationships or you’ve been stuck in cycles that you struggle to make sense of, cannot seem to break. I am passionate about supporting clients through this healing. I meld both cognitive therapies as well as bringing into awareness the mind-body connection, helping clients heal the impacts of these experiences on the body, as it is my belief that focusing on the mind is just one piece to the puzzle.

I have 30 years of experience working in the field of mental health. For the past 20 years I have focused specifically on helping children, teens and parents better understand the gifts and needs of differently wired people. I seek to understand a person's sensory needs, social emotional needs and relating style. This discovery process attunes families to their children, whether young or grown. it provides older children, teens and adults a better appreciation of their gifts and insight into past struggles. And most importantly, it points to a way forward in life

In 2020, I opened a private practice. I was blessed it grew to full capacity but dealt with sadness of turning people away due to no space. Frequently people shared their difficulties with finding therapy. I am tired of people and families, who are suffering emotionally not getting the help they need. So, I put together a group of several skilled clinicians. We operate by providing a therapy environment that is confidential and emotionally safe. We’re dedicated to making people feel comfortable and understood when discussing the most sensitive issues. Our goal is to ensure support that is empathetic and non-judgmental.

New career. New home. The end of a relationship. The beginning of re-discovery. Living authentically. Living in power. Whatever your need, wherever your journey, welcome to your safe space. I'm an associate psychotherapist specializing in LGBTQ+ Affirmative Psychology and Religious Trauma Therapy. Currently, I'm completing studies in Sex Therapy. Here, you have found a caring confidant who offers unconditional positive regard. Allow me to assist you in the areas of general psychology, individual therapy and couples & sex therapy.

With nearly 9 years of dedicated experience in psychotherapy, I am passionate about supporting individuals, particularly youth, in navigating life's challenges and fostering healthier futures. My journey began with a profound desire to empower others through their struggles and transitions. My career has encompassed diverse settings including day centers for adults with severe mental illness, crisis shelters for youth, and community mental health services. For the past year, I have been privileged to work directly with clients in private practice.

My eclectic approach incorporates mainly Psychodynamic therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) or "parts-work". However, it can also include EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Cognitive Behavioral therapy, a Solution-Focused approach & Life Coaching skills. 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 also offer Ketamine (Psychedelic Medicine) Integration sessions.

Do you find yourself completely exhausted at the end of each day from the effort it takes to go through the motions? Maybe you spend so much time focused on internal worries or past experiences that you feel disconnected from those around you or like life is passing you by. The clients I work with share these struggles. Despite being hard-working, successful, and invested in their relationships, they often feel as though their efforts are never enough. They just don't feel like themselves. Whether you've been feeling this way for a while or noticed a recent shift, you deserve to feel like yourself again.

Many people I work with enter psychotherapy simply because they want to feel better, and aren't quite sure what needs to change to do so. Others have a sense of what is wrong and need some space to explore and sort it out. I work with people from diverse backgrounds who have varied concerns that bring them to psychotherapy: including young adults, parents, professionals, and older people. I've been in practice 15+ years and have extensive experience teaching, writing, and lecturing to doctoral students and post-grad therapists/psychiatrists/psychologists. I'd be happy to see if I can be helpful to you.

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.

Do you often feel worried, confused, down or overwhelmed? Do relationships feel like a struggle? Do you focus so much on others that you forget to care for yourself? Do you struggle with making decisions in your best interest? Are you ready to set aside time to rediscover you?

Finding a therapist to connect with and feel safe enough to share the deepest parts of you can be a scary proposition. My approach as a psychotherapist is to sit alongside you as you look at those pieces of your life you would like to change. I work with my clients to increase Self-Awareness and find solutions to the challenges you are experiencing. I believe we discover ourselves through our relationships with others, including our psychotherapist.

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.

Many of our clients are professionals in their community and prefer the privacy and convenience of an in home Detox plan. Personalized Recovery offers an affordable alternative to inpatient treatment with upscale amenities. Our treatment team always maintains your confidentiality while keeping you as safe and comfortable as possible. We want to help you heal from addiction and find your passion for Life again.