David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

3890 La Cumbre Plaza Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

(805) 323-9492

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Hi, I’m Dr. Talavera! I'm your local doctoral psychologist providing therapy and specialized assessments to help you grow and thrive. Whether you’re facing anxiety, burnout, grief, depression, trauma, or wondering if you have ADHD or Autism, I'm here to answer those questions and guide you through it all. My approach to therapy and assessment is all about you. I work with you to gain a deeper understanding of your life's struggles, strengths, and discover new ways to mend and move forward. I'll help you create meaning and purpose that feels right so you can navigate challenges with confidence and discover the person you want to be.

I'm also a specialist in treating chronic health conditions/pain. My training was done at Harvard/Stanford medical schools and I worked at USC/Stanford medical centers, so I have expertise in psychological assessment and treatment of complex health issues. I'll walk you through neuroscience-based therapy that's easy to apply and tailored just for you.

As a Spanish/English bilingual Latino psychologist, I understand the struggles of being first-generation –the pressure, expectations, stress of navigating two worlds. I also provide immigration-related and asylum psychological assessments. So if you're stuck in survival mode or struggling with family obligations, I'm here to help.

Call or Email David Talavera now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 323-9492

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3890 La Cumbre Plaza Lane

Santa Barbara, CA 93105 map

(805) 323-9492

I'm available online (wherever you are in CA!) and in-person Mon-Fri with evening times too. Flexible hours that work for you. Let's start!

I specialize in Anxiety, Chronic Illness and Latinx mental health, first-generation struggles

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (805) 323-9492

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3890 La Cumbre Plaza Lane

Santa Barbara, CA 93105 map

(805) 323-9492

I'm available online (wherever you are in CA!) and in-person Mon-Fri with evening times too. Flexible hours that work for you. Let's start!

I specialize in Anxiety, Chronic Illness and Latinx mental health, first-generation struggles

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Sliding scale available as needed. I also provide a Superbill and can help you submit that to insurance for potential reimbursement. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

Sliding scale available as needed. I also provide a Superbill and can help you submit that to insurance for potential reimbursement. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 31480 David Talavera

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Stanford University School Medicine, University of Houston, Harvard Medical School, and UC Berkeley

With over a decade of experience and former clinical assistant professor at Stanford and USC, I've published in scientific journals, contributed to books, and given several invited lectures. I take all this knowledge and turn it into real-world applications to help you navigate tough situations!

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Chronic Illness
Latinx mental health, first-generation struggles

Expertise

ADHD
Anger Management
Autism
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Cancer
Career Counseling
Caregivers
Chronic Pain
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Grief
Infertility
Life Transitions
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Spanish-language services
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

I provide warm, compassionate, yet practical therapy, inviting you to explore and heal. My sessions focus on gaining insight into your challenges and finding meaningful ways to create lasting, positive change. Using cutting-edge, research-backed approaches, you're always in charge - we can go slow or explore deeply, meeting you where you are. Together, we'll make progress that feels right for you!

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

3 Endorsements

William Lacey-Bisetty

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Talavera is an excellent and thoughtful clinician who does an amazing job of centering clients and adjusting to their needs. He has a wealth of knowledge across anxiety, depression, and grief and a specific expertise in pain. Phenomenal clinician.

Daniel J Paulus

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Talavera is a remarkably skilled therapist with excellent training in evidence-based approaches to chronic health as well as anxiety/OCD, depression, and trauma. He is adept at tailoring interventions to the individual including cultural sensitivities.

Jesse Fischer

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Talavera is an exceptional psychologist, with expertise across trauma, grief, chronic pain, and other areas. He truly advocates for his clients, and relies on evidence-based, culturally informed treatment methods that are also individually tailored.

Client Focus

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Multicultural
Trauma Focused

No matter the therapy style-CBT, ACT, or DBT -you always come first. You're far more important than rigid therapy models. I'm flexible and open to exploring what works best for you, adjusting as needed to ensure you're comfortable and making progress. Everything I offer is science-backed and useful, but I know one size doesn't fit all, so we'll find the approach that feels right for you.

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 323-9492

Location

Primary Location

3890 La Cumbre Plaza Lane

Santa Barbara, CA 93105

(805) 323-9492

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I'm available online (wherever you are in CA!) and in-person Mon-Fri with evening times too. Flexible hours that work for you. Let's start!

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (805) 323-9492

I'm available online (wherever you are in CA!) and in-person Mon-Fri with evening times too. Flexible hours that work for you. Let's start!

David Talavera

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (805) 323-9492

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