Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

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6 Endorsed

Santa Barbara, CA 93109

(805) 507-3875

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You deserve to feel seen, supported and capable of creating change in your life. I work with individuals and couples to navigate difficult emotions, heal relational patterns and strengthen connections. In sessions, I provide a safe and supportive space to explore and uncover what's going on beneath the surface. I use emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), along with attachment and trauma-informed approaches to help you understand how past experiences may be influencing your present. I also use inner-child and parts work to guide you toward deeper awareness, healing and growth.

I've worked with clients navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, burnout, and complex trauma, as well as those struggling with relationship challenges like broken trust, conflict patterns, and communication issues. I also work with clients to explore family dynamics that may be keeping them stuck and finding new ways to connect and grow.

I believe healing happens when you feel safe, supported, and understood. My goal is to create that space for you, where you can feel grounded and build the tools you need to create meaningful and lasting change in your life.

Call or Email Emily Chen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 507-3875

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Santa Barbara, CA 93109

(805) 507-3875

Corona, CA 92882

I offer therapy sessions through Telehealth across California. I'm available most weekdays and have open evening hours.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (805) 507-3875

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Santa Barbara, CA 93109

(805) 507-3875

Corona, CA 92882

I offer therapy sessions through Telehealth across California. I'm available most weekdays and have open evening hours.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $150
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
BlueShield of Northeastern New York
Cigna and Evernorth
Health Net
Highmark BCBS of Western New York
Highmark Health Options
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Magellan
Managed Health Network (MHN)
MHNet Behavioral Health
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
Sutter
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

I am able to accept multiple insurances and can provide superbills if your insurance is not listed. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, and I am happy to help.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

I am able to accept multiple insurances and can provide superbills if your insurance is not listed. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, and I am happy to help.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 153659 Supervised by Holly Whitmore (California / 112417) Emily Chen

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Chapman University, M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy

Additional Credentials

Degree/Diploma from Chapman University Master's in Counseling

I am a registered AMFT in California and hold two Master's degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling. I have experience working with individuals, couples and families in therapy.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

I am a registered AMFT in California and hold two Master's degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling. I have experience working with individuals, couples and families in therapy.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety

Expertise

Caregivers
Depression
Education and Learning Disabilities
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Sports Performance
Stress
Women's Issues

I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges often rooted in past experiences or family patterns. In our initial sessions, we'll explore what's been weighing on you and create a plan that fosters growth and change. Many of my clients begin to feel more clarity, connection, and relief as they progress.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

6 Endorsements

Madeleine Olsen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC

Emily is a compassionate and intuitive therapist who fosters a supportive, nonjudgemental environment for personal growth. Their presence provides a sense of comfort and understanding, while also encouraging clients to explore and embrace change.

Holly Whitmore

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Emily is a kind, thoughtful and insightful clinician. She offers her clients a sense of safety and comfort that eases the process of beginning therapy with an ongoing commitment to highlighting their strengths. I never hesitate to refer her a client.

Dina Abdelaal

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT

Emily offers a compassionate and emotionally intelligent approach for client's to make connections and get to know themselves better. With experience helping clients through various challenges, she emphasizes a supportive space to create meaningful change.

Sarah Alkayali

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

I can't recommend Emily enough! A compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who skillfully integrates EFT and attachment work to support healing. Her grounding presence helps clients work through trauma and foster safer, more connected relationships.

Misty Goldenberg

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Emily is a skilled therapist who offers a trauma-informed and compassionate approach when working with her clients. She fosters growth and change and provides a safe and supportive environment.

Nicola Loretto

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, RCC

Emily is a warm and thoughtful therapist who helps individuals, couples, and families navigate anxiety, relationship challenges, and past trauma. She creates a grounded, supportive space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Gottman Method
Narrative
Person-Centered
Psychodynamic
Relational
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I use evidence-based modalities like EFT, parts work, and trauma-informed, attachment-based approaches to support your healing. These modalities help us explore core emotions, past experiences, and internal patterns. I offer a warm, supportive space for growth and deeper self-understanding, so you can move toward more clarity, connection, and lasting change.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 507-3875

Location

Primary Location

Santa Barbara, CA 93109

(805) 507-3875

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Additional Location

Corona, CA 92882

(805) 507-3875

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Mesa

I offer therapy sessions through Telehealth across California. I'm available most weekdays and have open evening hours.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (805) 507-3875

I offer therapy sessions through Telehealth across California. I'm available most weekdays and have open evening hours.

Emily Chen

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (805) 507-3875

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