Grief Therapists in Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA

Hi! My name is Jax, and my passion is helping you be who you're meant to be in the world. I'm here to help you recover from the adversities of your past and present, so you can thrive and shine in your relationships with yourself, your loved ones and your community.

During these challenging times, it may be a good time to reach out for therapy if you are experiencing anxiety, trauma, stress, depression, grief , or other symptoms, or if you want to use this time as an opportunity for personal and spiritual growth. I offer therapy techniques such as EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Meditation, Mindfulness, Somatic Psychotherapy, and others. I wish you well!

It can be very challenging to see things clearly in life. I help individuals re-adjust their way of looking at themselves, their relationships, and the world. Through psycho-dynamic exploration, I come alongside a patient in the discovery of what is possible, as it is my belief that the most crucial part of therapy is the relationship that builds between patient and therapist. It is often easier to shine a light into uncertain areas of one's heart and mind when someone else is holding the flashlight.

From birth through death , each stage of life is dynamic and valuable. Through these stages, we sometimes encounter challenges beyond our own capacity and we need to reach out for help. I believe in healing. I believe we all have the capacity to recover and learn deeply about ourselves through our most challenging experiences. I enjoy working with people of all ages and in all life stages.

I meet my clients where they are at, and begin by building on the relationship where we can focus on the parts that seem to be holding one back from living their most authentic life. Every one has their own unique journey, and I believe that in a strong therapeutic relationship, healing, growth, and transformation is possible. Therapy allows for one to gain insight and awareness around one's patterns of behavior. Let us meet together to see if we are a good fit.

My approach is comprehensive and long-term; my aim is to honor the complexity and experience of each person as I support my clients in a process that leads to lasting and meaningful change. This means helping my clients know themselves more fully, allowing them to move forward in their lives with a greater sense of inner freedom, self-belief, and optimism.

My approach is based on who you are and what is relevant for you in order to be your best self. I collaboratively work with clients in re-connecting with their innate strength and resilience in their journey to face change and heal unresolved issues. I use a variety of modalities that support a clients ability to reconnect with their inner-self and identify ways in which they want to make positive changes.

I enjoy working with children, adults, couples and families. I hold a Life Teaching Credential in California and I am a state licensed LMFT. Treatment considers personal relationships and psychodynamic introspection. Awareness of inspiration, aspiration and spirituality informs the search to realize personal potential and authenticity. Each person brings unique experiences and issues to the therapeutic process. My goal is to identify the issues and approach treatment in collaboration with my client, with compassion, practicality, support and effectiveness.

If you are in the grips of anxiety, troubled relationships, grief , or other issues that threaten to overwhelm your ability to function or be happy in your life, I look forward to working with you in a safe and non-judgmental way. I use a collaborative approach and actively seek your feedback to provide you with therapy that matches your needs and respects your goals.

Are you trying to figure out your next move in life? Are you in the midst of a break up with a partner or struggling to set boundaries with loved ones? Perhaps you're contemplating whether to leave a job, but feeling overwhelmed, anxious, scared, stuck, or depressed? Maybe you're burned out, but can't place your finger on what is making you feel that way. I will help you help yourself in getting to the core of these feelings and we will work together to get you in a place where you feel like you are in the driver's seat of your own life with a clear road map of where to go.

Psychotherapy is an opportunity to engage in a supportive, collaborative, and dynamic partnership. Therapy is a creative process of self-exploration, self-discovery and self-understanding. With my client's goals and needs always leading the work, I draw from my expertise in psychodynamic models of "talk therapy," dance/movement therapy, EMDR Therapy, and experiential mindfulness practices, to help my clients become unstuck and embody health, growth, and change.

Thank you for taking this time to see if I might be a good match for you. I believe strongly that the match, the relationship, the energy between us is of vital importance in the work. I strive to be your companion on a journey of discovery, reconciling, and healing. In as much as I am your mirror, I am your compassionate facilitator to enable your inner guide to emerge and shine through. My approach is supportive, direct, and rooted in a firm belief that every journey is unique and special.

Losing a loved one is a heart shattering experience that can evoke feelings of anxiety & depression. When you are experiencing grief and loss -related stress, it's hard to fathom how you are going to pick yourself up and ever feel even close to being "okay" again. It hurts, it's not fair, and you would do anything for just one more moment with them. You are afraid that the memories you have of them will fade and then there will be nothing left to hold onto. I will work with you to develop new ways to maintain a meaningful bond with your loved one (human or animal) and to memorialize them in a way special to you.

Pacific Emotional Wellness is a group therapy practice led by Camille Johnson, and consists of several skilled therapists including Rachel Cha, Grace Peavy, Alex Seastrunk, Jessie Shorts, Audrey DeFrisco, Alexis Gibson, Julie Jennings, Debbie Whitney, Cassidy Pierce, and Téa Main. We take a deep and soulful approach to walking alongside our clients on their journey of growth and healing. Whether you are feeling stuck in the rut of life, dealing with grief / loss , having relationship concerns, experienced a trauma, etc., we are here for you no matter what stage of your healing journey you are in.

I am a grief specialist who offers a warm, non-judgmental partnership with my clients who may have a chronic or life threatening illness, or are grievers or caregivers. My approach is trauma informed, collaborative, strength-based and tailored to meet your needs. I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals, families & support groups with people from age 5 to 90 years old. I also work with those facing depression, anxiety, CPTSD and other life challenges and stressors.

In person or on-line therapy for ages 3-90. In therapy, there is an opportunity to encourage the resilience that exists in each child. Kids often find therapy fun! Therapy provides an efficient way to examine tough situations and gives your child the tools to move into the future with optimism and confidence. Enhancing skills for emotional and behavioral regulation leads to better family communication, improved mood and more success at school. In these times, many children need help with anxiety, grief , depression or trauma. As a Parent, you will see your child feel better and be provided with essential parent coaching.