Anger Management Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA

I work with those suffering from anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, PTSD, anger , relationship issues, difficult childhoods/pasts, and life transitions. I am a "trauma-informed therapist", meaning there is awareness placed on the complex impact of trauma and how it leads to suffering and the ability to cope with life. Together we will work to understand what factors are contributing to your current problems/issues and develop a path toward emotional freedom.

**100% ONLINE TELE-HEALTH** My primary focus includes treatment for men experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Addiction, Anger Management and Relationship issues. I teach men, fathers and couples how to cope with difficult times. My treatment plan(s) are based on eclectic therapeutic modalities that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy and Emotional Focused Therapy. I am a Supervisor for PreLicensed therapists gaining their hours toward licensure and also serve as a board member in our local chapter of California Assoc. Marriage & Family Therapists.

We offer confidential psychological counseling and assessment services to individuals, couples and families in the greater Santa Barbara area. Experienced counselors are here to help clients explore life transitions, relationship issues and a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, abuse, compulsive behaviors, substance use, job loss and stress, aging, isolation and anger management . Many clients experience a 15% reduction in overall distress after only eight sessions. Counselors are ready and able to serve you. We will match your needs with the education and experience of our clinicians to find the best person to assist you.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Four to Six Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Does Not Work). During these 4 to 6 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

My theoretical orientation is psychodynamic. Using the most appropriate and beneficial modality that fits with the client and their needs. I work collaboratively with a client to arrive at their personal goals in therapy. I have found life is a journey of learning how to live to the fullest with all the gifts that we possess and discovering others along the way. With all the experiences that we have in this life, a persons perspective makes a huge difference in how they experience it. My hope is to help find the perspective that helps alleviate suffering and creates a space for healing and thriving.

Everyone can use a little help at times. Children and adults often experience difficult emotions, such as anxiety, depression and anger that are hard to handle and interfere with relationships and quality of life. I will help you alleviate these unwanted symptoms, improve functioning and improve your relationships. I work with adults and couples who are having struggles in their personal lives. I also specialize in working with those who have experienced sexual trauma.

My name is Amy Hamilton and I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and family systems experiencing anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-esteem issues and/or anger issues. I have extensive experience working especially with adolescents and young adults in life transitions whether it be; graduating high school, going off to college, or needing career advice. Additionally, I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with behavioral disorders including the Autism Spectrum and clients with disabilities.

Nancy's counseling work focuses on adults, seniors, families and couples who struggle with addictive disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief or depression. Nancy's 25 years of practice and experience provide you the opportunity to develop and bring into focus your very best self. Her proficiency and specialties are in providing tools and skills to support recovery from addictions, grief & loss, trauma, and the relational challenges that so often accompany these life challenges, with the intent and hope to facilitate the recognition of your own strengths and your ability to participate, fully, in your own life and those of your loved ones.

I enjoy working with clients struggling with the challenges of interpersonal relationships and the daily and often overwhelming realities of every day life. I typically provide the best support for clients who want to have a collaborative relationship with their therapist. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, anger , relational abuse, substance use, and life, relationship and career transitions. I provide a safe space for clients to heal and support them as needed through recognized therapeutic interventions and appropriate community and/or professional referrals.

Life is challenging. We are expected to manage relationships, work, sickness, finances, and other stresses. Many of us come to experience significant anxiety, shame, anger , or depression in coping with the world. Whether you are facing an immediate crisis or longstanding concern, psychotherapy can help. With over 25 years of experience, I have assisted people in developing more effective ways of living. My therapeutic approach is informed by current neuroscience research, contemporary relational psychoanalytic thinking, phenomenology, and child development research.

If the relationship you are in is struggling, if you feel alone or as if you keep having the same fight, if you are struggling with some type of betrayal or anger  I can help.  In your first sessions we will discover the things that are holding your relationship back from being what you thought it could be when you first met. As we work together I will help you identify where new skills are needed and get you headed toward the relationship you have been longing for.  

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.

In-person and telehealth available. I work with adolescents, adults and couples. We all experience anxiety, depression, anger , stress and sometimes the trauma that can occur in our families, our relationships, our friendships, our workplaces and our everyday lives. Some of these stressors are triggered when we break-up, begin a new relationship, start a new job, start at a new school etc. Some individuals need to be sat with and have a space held for them, some are looking for collaborative support and guidance on their life's struggles.

100% online Telehealth Practice. They say expect the unexpected, but having the right tools helps us manage the unexpected with present intention. Substances, food, gambling or sex getting the best of you? How about anger , you finding that you don't have the amount of control in your life that you would like? Relationships are tough, but they don't have to be. Let's put you back in charge of you living the best version of you. We can work on changing compulsions into deliberate actions.

There are crisis moments in everyone's life when we feel overwhelmed, helpless and lack answers to problems. I will help you envision yourself relaxed, comfortable and positive in the face of life transitions, anxiety, despair and pain. I have 29 years experience helping individuals successfully overcome stress, crisis, depression, anxiety, insomnia, abuse, self-esteem, addiction, anger management and other life concerns using a practical approach in combination with empathy and respect. My methods using cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and hypnotherapy are highly effective with clients of all ages.

Hello, I am so glad you found my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been working in the mental health field for over 12 years. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults and older adults. We can work together if you are looking for couples counseling, family therapy, help with communication, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, mild cognitive impairment, and adjusting to life transitions.

Welcome! My name is Debbie, I founded Aspira Counseling to provide integrative services that require sensitivity, discretion, resourcefulness and creativity! Counseling for alcohol, drugs and addictive behaviors is a specialty and there are all kinds of different services that may be confusing to someone seeking help. Here, you can start with a simple conversation to see what your needs might be and how to best move forward. Whether you are looking for some clarification, brief intervention or intensive outpatient treatment, collaborative decision making based on your needs should make your journey easier. Please visit the website for more information.

While I specialize in addiction, anxiety, anger , and trauma, I also treat depression, stress, and many other concerns. Taking a multi-faceted approach, I use humor, candor, compassion, and connection to shift perspectives and ease anxieties, allowing you to make healthier decisions, gain more control over the direction of your life, and feel more empowered. If you've recently completed a residential or IOP treatment program, or have incurred legal complications, as a result of substance abuse, and need further guidance on your journey of recovery, I can help.