Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA

At Canyon Creek Counseling, we have extensive experience in working with individuals that are struggling with depression, anxiety, attachment trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, substance abuse, physical and emotional abuse, anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorder, orthorexia, body dysmorphia, self-esteem and body image issues, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.

If you are looking to start therapy you have begun to take the first step in your healing journey. As someone who has always had a passion for helping others, becoming a therapist has allowed me to help the communities that matter most to me.

I center my therapeutic practice on providing a welcoming space for all identities, free of judgement, to foster authentic communication. Working from an intersectional, trauma-informed lens, I encourage you to bring forward all the parts of yourself, and we will work to dismantle any shame that may reside to build compassion and acceptance. I hope to work with you to build adaptive coping skills to manage life's stressors and thrive.

Hi there, I'm Laura. Are you looking for a place to reflect and regroup in this ever-changing world? Do you often feel overwhelmed with responsibility, shame, or guilt that you aren't doing enough? Are you aiming to bring more peace and understanding into your life? I help adults address the difficulties and complexities of life by drawing from your own inherent strengths to help you integrate practical and manageable strategies to cope and work towards personal healing and growth.

Hello, I’m Danielle Pizzi and I’m excited to meet you! I am a licensed clinical social worker, and have been honored to support elders, adults, youth, and families for over 15 years. I would love to talk to you and find out how we can work together to find your wisest path. I like to think of therapy as walking a forest path together, where we get to look at who’s on this journey with you, turn over and examine what’s under the boulders in your way, and give your deepest self some air and light.

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.

At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.

Navigating the challenges of life can be overwhelming and confusing, especially without support. If you’re reading this, you've already taken the first step in your healing journey and I’d be honored to accompany you. I work with clients to help increase their awareness and understanding, develop and gain skills to make lasting change, and overall honor and become intentional with their emotional experience.

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.

I work with couples, families, and individuals of all ages, specializing in trauma and attachment work. I believe that, at any given moment, we are each doing the best that we can with our current or perceived reality. It is for this reason that I feel honored to work with people on this level. My ideal client is someone looking to understand their internal and external world better, and someone looking to heal new and old wounds at their pace. I love helping people get to a place where they feel grounded and empowered in their world.

Have you been struggling with an alcohol or substance use disorder? Are you looking for someone who understands the struggles you are facing based on personal experience? My doctoral dissertation on substance abuse has provided me with broad knowledge of evidenced based strategies used to treat addiction. I have experience supporting my clients that seek help in the following areas, relationships, spirituality, stress, depression, and anxiety. The use of inspiration and humor are common in session. Please contact me to schedule a free consultation. I'm looking forward to hearing about how I may be of assistance to you.

I enjoy working with clients who are seeking a more authentic connection to self and their loved ones. My intention is for clients to free themselves of old beliefs and ways of being that keep them trapped in a sense of inadequacy and separateness. As we move through the continual challenges of life we acquire imprints from others and society that can suppress our deepest knowing. I work with clients who are ready and willing to dive deep into the unknown to rekindle their inner fire and walk this earth with purpose and belonging.

It is ...."The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are" C.G. Jung. Life is about relationship and they can sometimes be complicated to navigate. If you are experiencing personal conflict, trauma, or have experienced significant changes in your life; I am available to help you through challenges. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and currently finishing my Doctorate in Depth-Psychology at PGI. My emphasis is Psychoanalysis/Jungian Psychology, and I am a practitioner of EMDR. In addition I hold a board certification as a PTSD-Clinician and certified in Psychological First-Aid (PFA).

Are you feeling anxious, irritable or sad? Are you having difficulty in your relationships at home or at work? You don't have to go through this alone. We can often struggle in a life situation or circumstance and just feel stuck. What I know is that it is almost always possible to feel better and gain clearer insights into what makes us happy and what gets in our way. My approach in therapy is both humanistic and psychodynamic, with the core principles of mindfulness and self-compassion at the heart of my practice.

Hi! Welcome. If you are looking for a therapeutic experience in which you can feel as safe and free to be yourself as possible, I would love to co-create such a space with you. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. If you identify as being neurodivergent, living in a nonconforming way, having trauma, feeling shame, carrying grief, struggling with addiction, being part of a marginalized group, or experiencing a particularly difficult journey of any kind, I wholeheartedly welcome you. I want to hear and understand you exactly as you are. And I want to support you to experience the changes you most wish for.

Are you seeking to create a more meaningful life for yourself? Are you overwhelmed or struggling? This may be a particularly challenging time in your life, but it is also a wonderful opportunity to heal and grow as a person. I will listen, encourage, guide, and support you in connecting to your own innate wisdom and power. Personally, I'm warm, down-to-earth, and compassionate; skillful in creating safe space, active enough to maintain momentum, and can offer you new perspectives on old problems.

My clinical work is Somatic and Psychodynamic (providing lasting resolution of body, mind and relational distress). It's really not all in your head! A 'resting potential' is our ideal state most likely to result in survival (success). You will learn to orient, explore and engage life to achieve this state. Together we will explore your experiences, identify patterns and realize behaviors may be symptoms not character. Life events addressed but not limited to include: trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD. co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders (SUD), relationship, grief, employment issues, perfectionism and life purpose.

I aim to help my clients identify the obstacles standing in the way of living a more full and meaningful life that is in line with their deepest values. I team up with my clients to address a range of issues that might be keeping them stuck, including eating and body image concerns, anxiety, perfectionism, and shame. I also accompany people navigating life transitions and identity exploration, and I enjoy supporting and guiding parents and partners of folks with eating disorders in caring for their loved one and themselves. Lastly, I specialize in treating athletes with eating disorders and other mental health concerns.

As an LCSW specializing in aiding adolescents and young adults with anxiety, depression, stress, & life transitions, I view therapy as a partnership. Your concerns & objectives steer our path. In a nurturing environment, you can openly express your struggles & aspirations. I draw from diverse modalities like CBT, mindfulness, & solution-focused approaches to personalize sessions. Together, we'll uncover patterns, develop coping strategies, & nurture resilience for navigating life's challenges with confidence. My aim? Empowering you to lead a more fulfilling life. Reach out, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.