Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
Therapy can help you overcome past experiences, heal old wounds, or find your life path. If you’re looking for a therapist in Santa Barbara, CA, consider online therapy. Barriers to treatment, like transportation issues or a lack of available therapists, can make it challenging to find in-person treatment on Arrellaga St and beyond. Online therapy can help you overcome some of these barriers.
With an online therapy platform like BetterHelp, you can attend sessions from anywhere you have an internet connection at a time that works for you, making treatment more convenient and flexible. Finding the perfect therapist can be challenging; with BetterHelp, you can switch providers at any time for no fee until you find a good match.
BetterHelp therapists are well-versed in various treatment modalities that can help you make a meaningful change in your life. Whether you need help with challenges like eating disorders or learning disabilities or you want to improve your self-worth, a therapist can guide you through the healing process to help you achieve personal growth.
If you’re looking for a therapist in Santa Barbara County, connect with one of the providers below to take a step toward enhancing your overall well-being.
Stacy Mitchell
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate stress and anxiety, resolve family conflicts, heal from trauma and abuse, and build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe you are the expert of your own story, and within you lies the strength to overcome the challenges you face. My role is to guide and support you in uncovering those strengths and finding solutions that align with your unique needs. Taking the step to begin therapy is a courageous decision, and I commend you for prioritizing your well-being. I am here to provide a safe, compassionate, and empowering space for your journey toward growth and healing.
Dr. George Solovjev
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyDepressionADHD
25 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, & concentration, memory and focus (ADHD). I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I have significant experience administering ADHD evaluation’s for the purpose of recommending medication evaluations, and school accommodations. I graduated from Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University with my Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology and was a guest speaker on KWAVE on a show called "Spread a little love around" Coaching kids and teens in the game of life from a Biblical perspective.
Sharon Rohde
Clinician
License Type(s): LPCC,LADC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesParenting issuesDepression
3 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Colorado, Minnesota and Wisconsin with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with mood disorders, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Isabel Ntekim
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Jessica Mendoza-Miranda
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment
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Melody Williams
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
12 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Matthew Rodgers
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, intimacy related issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I have spent most of my professional career work with Veterans. I am experienced with helping patients with PTSD, substance use issues, and in general helping individuals with their goals to become independent and to thrive. I also have a background in Gerontology (MA), LGBTQIA+ culture and sex therapy.
Kelli Courson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
27 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Robert Thompson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
6 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with LGBTQ+ related issues, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, and abuse. I also have experience working with depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. My approach to therapy is eclectic and Person-Centered: I try my best to meet clients where they are, understanding the background, experiences, strengths, and skills that will support their growth and development, and catering an approach that will be effective for each individual. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Claudia Miles
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
24 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Santa Barbara
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Santa Barbara that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Santa Barbara available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Santa Barbara therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Santa Barbara therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Santa Barbara region and in the state of California.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Santa Barbara can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Santa Barbara may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
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