Career Counseling Therapists in Santa Maria, CA

Maria Alvarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Helping individuals to begin their journey to heal so you can enjoy your life today. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m passionate about working towards a better you, a mentally better you. I implement various techniques tailored to each person, focusing on depression and anxiety. My expertise extends from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Solution Focused Therapy. I provided a holistic and strength-based approach while empowering individuals to make healthy changes necessary to lead meaningful and productive lives.
Helping individuals to begin their journey to heal so you can enjoy your life today. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m passionate about working towards a better you, a mentally better you. I implement various techniques tailored to each person, focusing on depression and anxiety. My expertise extends from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Solution Focused Therapy. I provided a holistic and strength-based approach while empowering individuals to make healthy changes necessary to lead meaningful and productive lives.
(559) 632-0238 View (559) 632-0238
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Margaret Poytress
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93455
My name is Margaret "Marj" Poytress, LMFT. My approach is to be present with you and witness as you process, learn, grow, and develop your true self. My therapeutic approach focuses on validating, teaching, empathy, and compassion. I will help facilitate change as you work towards achieving your therapy goals. I’m dedicated to helping you discover your best life. I utilize EMDR and Internal Family Systems approaches to help you alleviate symptoms and process problematic thoughts. I am trained in Triple P Parenting and can help with parenting issues for all ages.
My name is Margaret "Marj" Poytress, LMFT. My approach is to be present with you and witness as you process, learn, grow, and develop your true self. My therapeutic approach focuses on validating, teaching, empathy, and compassion. I will help facilitate change as you work towards achieving your therapy goals. I’m dedicated to helping you discover your best life. I utilize EMDR and Internal Family Systems approaches to help you alleviate symptoms and process problematic thoughts. I am trained in Triple P Parenting and can help with parenting issues for all ages.
(657) 571-1927 View (657) 571-1927
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Karina Mendoza
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
It can be difficult to ask for help in the midst of struggle. Daily life can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate or make sense of. You don't have to do it alone. Karina is willing to walk with you in your journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As a compassionate and dedicated therapist, Karina specializes in a holistic approach to mental health, by enhancing your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. She offers a comprehensive and personalized approach to support individuals like you in overcoming life's challenges.
It can be difficult to ask for help in the midst of struggle. Daily life can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate or make sense of. You don't have to do it alone. Karina is willing to walk with you in your journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As a compassionate and dedicated therapist, Karina specializes in a holistic approach to mental health, by enhancing your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. She offers a comprehensive and personalized approach to support individuals like you in overcoming life's challenges.
(949) 269-2131 View (949) 269-2131
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Ann Marie Donnelly
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Gain clarity and find meaning: Client centered, in depth psychotherapy, specializing on life transitions. Support through difficult passages, such as physical conditions, family discordance, or complicated interpersonal issues.
Gain clarity and find meaning: Client centered, in depth psychotherapy, specializing on life transitions. Support through difficult passages, such as physical conditions, family discordance, or complicated interpersonal issues.
(805) 321-1812 View (805) 321-1812
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Courtney Clevenger
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454  (Online Only)
My passion for this work began with my own healing journey over the course of the last twenty years, a process grounded in various modalities of psychotherapy. My goal is to help you find meaning, live authentically, discover your purpose, thrive in your relationships, and tap into your sources of power.
My passion for this work began with my own healing journey over the course of the last twenty years, a process grounded in various modalities of psychotherapy. My goal is to help you find meaning, live authentically, discover your purpose, thrive in your relationships, and tap into your sources of power.
(820) 500-4661 View (820) 500-4661
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Wendy Ferguson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93458
Life throws us all curveballs. Are you feeling stuck, unsure of your next steps, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Taking a step forward in making meaningful changes to make life feel a little less hard can be scary and feel overwhelming, so congratulate yourself on this search. We all face curveballs in life and could use help finding the tools to navigate those.In our time together, we will work to understand why we keep finding ourselves in the same pattern, support in finding some answers that are deep within and have the courage to make changes to do better and be better; for ourselves and our loved ones.
Life throws us all curveballs. Are you feeling stuck, unsure of your next steps, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Taking a step forward in making meaningful changes to make life feel a little less hard can be scary and feel overwhelming, so congratulate yourself on this search. We all face curveballs in life and could use help finding the tools to navigate those.In our time together, we will work to understand why we keep finding ourselves in the same pattern, support in finding some answers that are deep within and have the courage to make changes to do better and be better; for ourselves and our loved ones.
(626) 618-8194 View (626) 618-8194
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Michelle L Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Are you experiencing anxiety you can’t just shake? Are you experiencing depression due to life situations? Are you experiencing trauma from your past? Are you experiencing addiction use, abuse, or relapse? All of these struggles along with life’s challenges can be overwhelming. Your life doesn’t have to be this challenging anymore. Choose to engage in therapy, develop trust, and share your concerns with someone who cares.
Are you experiencing anxiety you can’t just shake? Are you experiencing depression due to life situations? Are you experiencing trauma from your past? Are you experiencing addiction use, abuse, or relapse? All of these struggles along with life’s challenges can be overwhelming. Your life doesn’t have to be this challenging anymore. Choose to engage in therapy, develop trust, and share your concerns with someone who cares.
(805) 790-8679 View (805) 790-8679
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Rachel Drabecki
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Hi, my name is Rachel Drabecki, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (128153). My approach to therapy is generally very client-centered and collaborative, and I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a mainly client-centered and humanistic therapist, I find it helpful to focus on the present. I strive to meet you where you are and to gain a deep understand you. I also often employ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move through your feelings and circumstances, rather than working around or avoiding them.
Hi, my name is Rachel Drabecki, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (128153). My approach to therapy is generally very client-centered and collaborative, and I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a mainly client-centered and humanistic therapist, I find it helpful to focus on the present. I strive to meet you where you are and to gain a deep understand you. I also often employ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move through your feelings and circumstances, rather than working around or avoiding them.
(714) 643-8768 View (714) 643-8768
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Jane Bond
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
My name is Jane Tazuko Bond, I'm a licensed psychotherapist of African and Asian descent. I have a private practice located in the beautiful bay area, which is mostly known for the near-perfect year-round weather and the diversity of the people. I was born in Louisville Kentucky but raised mostly in the bay area. My father is a native Kentuckian and member of a national black family whose several generations since slavery have devoted their lives to black leadership and public service.
My name is Jane Tazuko Bond, I'm a licensed psychotherapist of African and Asian descent. I have a private practice located in the beautiful bay area, which is mostly known for the near-perfect year-round weather and the diversity of the people. I was born in Louisville Kentucky but raised mostly in the bay area. My father is a native Kentuckian and member of a national black family whose several generations since slavery have devoted their lives to black leadership and public service.
(619) 762-4748 View (619) 762-4748
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Sacred Path Holistic Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD , MA, LMFT, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Maria, CA 93455
We are now open for new clients :) Holistic & Affordable Therapy! At Sacred Path, our qualified therapists are looking forward to helping you access Your inner resources to heal, grow, and reclaim your life. With the right help you can heal from old wounds, release negative cycles and patterns, resolve symptoms of trauma and gain relief from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other relational issues. True healing affords us the ability to create the life that we desire. A life lived with meaning. Dr. Dolan
We are now open for new clients :) Holistic & Affordable Therapy! At Sacred Path, our qualified therapists are looking forward to helping you access Your inner resources to heal, grow, and reclaim your life. With the right help you can heal from old wounds, release negative cycles and patterns, resolve symptoms of trauma and gain relief from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other relational issues. True healing affords us the ability to create the life that we desire. A life lived with meaning. Dr. Dolan
(805) 232-7580 View (805) 232-7580
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Traci Williams
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Hello, I am Traci Williams (LPC2105) and I have worked in the education and nonprofit industry for over 30 years providing me with a background in serving children, youth, and families. My approach is using the belief in hope and the ability to overcome adversity by examining what experiences we have had that influence our thinking and ability to move forward. Family history and trauma impact us, but with the proper support and understanding, we all have the potential to succeed and be at peace. My theoretical approach includes family systems, person-centered perspective, as well as cognitive behavioral.
Hello, I am Traci Williams (LPC2105) and I have worked in the education and nonprofit industry for over 30 years providing me with a background in serving children, youth, and families. My approach is using the belief in hope and the ability to overcome adversity by examining what experiences we have had that influence our thinking and ability to move forward. Family history and trauma impact us, but with the proper support and understanding, we all have the potential to succeed and be at peace. My theoretical approach includes family systems, person-centered perspective, as well as cognitive behavioral.
(408) 762-3310 View (408) 762-3310
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Frankee DeGraw
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Loss is tough. Anxiety can feel overwhelming. Self-esteem can waver. Relationships can be tricky. I get it, and I'm here to help you through it all. If you're here, it means you've bravely decided to tackle life's mysteries head-on. In our sessions together, we'll navigate these challenges with a blend of empathy, humor, and heart. Picture therapy with me as a judgment-free and relaxed zone where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions without fear. Whether you're grappling with loss, wrestling with anxiety, navigating relationship dynamics, or simply seeking clarity, I am here to help.
Loss is tough. Anxiety can feel overwhelming. Self-esteem can waver. Relationships can be tricky. I get it, and I'm here to help you through it all. If you're here, it means you've bravely decided to tackle life's mysteries head-on. In our sessions together, we'll navigate these challenges with a blend of empathy, humor, and heart. Picture therapy with me as a judgment-free and relaxed zone where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions without fear. Whether you're grappling with loss, wrestling with anxiety, navigating relationship dynamics, or simply seeking clarity, I am here to help.
(805) 549-5839 View (805) 549-5839
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Anastasiya Lebedeva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 600-0792 View (805) 600-0792
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