Therapists in Solvang, CA

Hi and Welcome! I am honored to be your guide to healing and to help you get through life and whatever obstacles may be in the way. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I'm pretty awesome at inspiring change by empowering you, helping you identify strengths and celebrating your efforts. We work together, from a client-centered venue, to process, create goals and cultivate your ideal self.

Are you worried about a recent change in your child's emotions/behaviors? Thankfully, there is help specific to your child's developmental needs through a kid-friendly approach, Play Therapy. I help children sort through a variety of issues, from anxiety, sadness, and anger, to behavioral problems at home/school. I work with you, the parent who knows their child best, to help your child heal. If you're an adoptive or foster parent, this can be a confusing or challenging role. It may be difficult to connect with your child. The same parenting rules do not apply to a "non-traditional" family system.

I believe that therapy can be a great environment to help you grow as an individual, to mend broken relationships, and to let go of the past that may be holding you back. I believe in creating a strong support system in order to help with the healing process and move forward with your life. In working with children, families and individuals I utilize an eclectic approach with an emphasis in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as I believe thinking, questioning and doing leads to changes needed for growth and recovery.

Are you struggling with anxiety or overwhelming thoughts? Do you notice negative self-talk or self-defeating patterns that affect you and your relationships? Are you having difficulty coping with life stressors? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with young adults who are struggling with anxiety, life challenges, transitions, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to help you feel empowered in your ability to walk through life. I want to work with you to create tools to manage your anxiety, understand your emotions, and uncover patterns in your life and relationships.

Life can be so challenging. We are faced with so many pressures, obstacles, losses, and pain. Anxiety and depression seem to never cease, but with a little help and support, a spark is ignited, and hope gives our life a new meaning. Call to make an appointment today.

Christopher Rydman is a dedicated psychotherapist specializing in providing compassionate and effective therapy to diverse populations. Through evidence-based interventions, he aims to help people navigate issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief, empowering them to find inner strength and resilience. Christopher earned his graduate degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, where he honed his skills in therapy, assessment, and research. His comprehensive training equips him with a solid foundation in understanding the complexities of the human mind and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs.

I am passionate about helping individuals move away from old scripts and unhealthy views of the self. My goals are centered around helping individuals learn how to increase their quality of life and take control of their emotional experience. My clients often come to me experiencing anxiety and depression surrounding the path their lives have taken or during a difficult transition. I help them through increasing awareness and understanding and gaining the skills to make important and sustainable change.

Each of us has a story. Stories shape our behaviors, thoughts and emotions, and influence how we form relationships, feel about life and ourselves. Sometimes, we hide parts of our stories to feel safe and lessen hurt. Over time, these missing parts can take root and cause suffering, leaving us drained, anxious, angry, depressed or just empty. I believe therapy is an opportunity to discover and make use of the healing power of our stories. Unearthing and reclaiming lost parts dissolves them of their power over us, alleviates our suffering and allows us to live a happier, more authentic life.

Welcome, It takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to seek therapy, and I am honored to be a part of that journey. I take a collaborative, integrative, and compassionate approach, utilizing a number of evidence-based modalities tailored to each individual. I am passionate about supporting my clients, and providing a confidential safe space that allows you to explore your inner and outer worlds, free of judgment and expectations. I believe in empowering my clients to explore, heal, and reconnect with their authentic and yet evolving, contextual, and relational selves, so that they may live a rich and meaningful life.

Are you and/or your partner feeling anxious, frustrated, or angry in your relationship? Do you need help figuring out the problem and how best to resolve it? Do you have a teen experiencing anger, anxiety, or depression? Do you notice differences in his/her mood and that effective communication has decreased? Do you have a child or pre-teen experiencing trouble in school or home? Is ADHD or a social situation causing concern? I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where you and/or your family members can express your feelings and concerns and get the help you need.

Now Accepting New Clients. You don't need to struggle alone with your feelings of sadness, worry, and disconnection. You don't need to keep telling yourself that being strong means hiding away parts of yourself that smolder just below the surface. Now is the chance to reconnect to your inner truth, to a wisdom you can no longer ignore. Together we can discover new ways of relating to your symptoms, your patterns, and your loved ones so that you can live a fuller, more fluid life of self-worth and harmony. Will you take the leap?

I'm a therapist who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy and respect, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while actively working towards active solutions . Using evidence-based techniques and a collaborative approach, I help my clients develop practical skills to manage stress, and create balance in their personal and professional lives.

Don't let your old wounds get in the way of your maximum potential. Services Include: individual, family, couples work, intensive small groups, interventions, and workshops.

Welcome! I have extensive experience working with trauma in a creative & holistic approach. I work with all ages but am passionate in using cultural healing methods, expressive arts, play therapy and Sandtray. I am passionate about working with Latinex first generation as I can relate from my professional and personal experience. Who would've thought this 6th grade dropout field worker would be able to give back. I also have over 15 years working in Academia. Bienvenidos, permítame asistir cons su salud mental para usted o sus hijos. Terapia es un proceso muy personal y usted tiene toda la herramienta para sanar.

I have been trained in a unique approach called Process Work, developed by Dr. Arnold Mindell. Process work is a dynamic and transformative approach which uses Jungian psychology, Taoism and physics. It offers new ways of working with problematic or painful experiences. Relationship challenges, physical symptoms, career conflicts and social tensions are approached with curiosity, respect and creativity. In using process work, I believe that the solution to a problem is contained within the disturbance itself; and I provide practical ways through which individuals, couples and groups can connect with a greater awareness.

Please let me introduce myself to you. I have been a Family Therapist on the Central Coast for nearly three decades, have recently sold my Treatment Centers in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo and I am now focusing my practice in The Santa Ynez Valley; primarily Couples Therapy/ relationship enhancement, escalating interpersonal interaction and positive well being. Strategic parenting support for adolescence, young adults and increasing numbers facing the dilemma and challenge of Senior Citizen care.

My mission as a therapist is to sit with clients in a way that supports healing and growth and encourages discovery of innate wisdom. I believe that we all possess the capacity to know peace, but that sometimes we become disconnected as a result of painful experiences and unhelpful coping patterns. Disconnection can manifest as anxiety, depression, addictive or other self-destructive behaviors, or even psychosis. When symptoms interfere with our ability to have satisfying experiences-- in relationships, at work, and in life in general-- we can benefit from getting help.

Life periodically presents us with overwhelming and painful challenges. At these times, you may experience unwanted symptoms such as anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles. You may be coping with a painful loss through death, divorce, illness/injury or life transitions. Therapy can be a helpful resource in finding relief from difficult feelings of sadness, fear, or anger. Therapy can help to generate solutions and build confidence in challenging relationships, as well as address behaviors that you may be struggling with.