Therapists in Santa Barbara, CA

Hola, My name is Dr. Desirée Hermosillo. I am a Latino/a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 year's experience as a mental health therapist. I am also a registered Psychological Associate under a Licensed Psychologist. I practice under my LMFT at my group practice: Hermosillo Family Therapy, Inc. I started my career working with foster/adopted youth, adolescents, and families in residential and school based programs. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma (immigration/abuse), PTSD, ADHD, behavior issues, self-harm/SI, life transitions (work, school, identity, relationships) and grief and loss.

I love helping others! Please reach out to see if I might be a good teammate for you. I will work to gain your trust, create space for you to share what you need to. We will work to understand your fears, frustrations, self-doubts, family dynamics that are causing stress, sadness, anger, confusion, etc. I am taking clients in-person and virtually (in CA) and will be grateful to talk. If you think I am not a good fit then perhaps I can help you find someone who is. I can support you out-of-network for your insurance and offer flexibility with rates, if needed.

My name is Connie Whelan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have been practicing for over 16 years, helping adults and seniors with a wide variety of challenges. I work with issues such as depression, anxiety, worry, sleep disturbances, family and/or relationship issues, or financial worries. I use CBT, Behavioral Activation, Motivational Interviewing and Strength-based approach to help clients that are seeking to make changes in their lives and become their best selves.

I understand that OCD and anxiety can be paralyzing, isolating, and incredibly frustrating, particularly if traditional talk therapy has not worked. Using evidence-based therapies that have been proven to treat OCD and anxiety, I create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where my clients learn to take control of their thoughts and, ultimately, their lives.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of clinical experience, & also a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor. I provide parenting groups for parents of teens. STEP/Teen helps parents build close family relationships by helping parents deal with everyday problems such as moods, schoolwork, meals, & confronts today's more complex issues as substance use, sex, bullying, gangs, & depression. 8 sessions address issues •Understanding Yourself & Your Teen •Changing Your Response to Your Teen •Communicating Respect & Encouragement •Encouraging Cooperation and Solving Problems •Using Consequences to Build Responsibility.

Do you frequently experience deja vu in your relationships? Are you dating the "same" person you divorced five years ago? Do your relationships feel draining and chaotic? Interpersonal stress can cause anxiety, depression, and other painful conditions. "Relationship Rehab" is my unique system that will help you create satisfying and loving relationships. It is through relationship that you will heal the aches in your heart and replace tired old patterns with healthy behaviors. You will gain insight and self awareness on your therapeutic journey. You will integrate new skills for living, loving, and relating. I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.

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.

Life is stressful and it can feel like it’s too much. Sometimes, we feel stuck, overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or we are having life transitions that seem really difficult. Maybe you are in a couplehood that feels tense, argumentative and disconnected. I work in a partnership with my clients both individuals and couples to improve their lives and mental health. What I offer is a non judgmental space where clients can express concerns, set healthy boundaries, increase coping skills and find realistic solutions to stress, anxiety and depression through gentle guidance.

My passion is providing therapy to individuals and families to help them have greater joy in their life and relationships and to overcome painful feelings and life experiences. Have you ever felt a negative emotion for long periods of time? Anger, sadness, worry, fear, guilt, or shame? Have these feelings been combined with negative thoughts that play over and over in your mind, no matter how hard you try not to think about them? Did these thoughts and feelings begin after a life event or experience. Or, did they seem to come out of nowhere? Either way, if you are looking for support and relief I am here to help.

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.

You are feeling like life is full of chaos and no matter what you do, you can’t seem to get a handle on what is happening. Your relationships are broken, or strained and not only is it affecting you, but others are pulling away. You feel lost as if you have no purpose in life. You are tired of the spinning wheel. Depression, anxiety, anger, relationship challenges and much more keep you stuck and unable to grow. ENOUGH! You're ready for answers to start a new Holistic, healthy journey and become that whole person you were meant to be - Mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually - whole!

I can work all ages clients with a diverse population and cultural backgrounds. I utilized a system approach focusing on narrative, collaborative, and solution focus approaches. I also utilized cognitive behavioral therapy at the request of the client. I always would like to support others and assist them in improving their situation.

Offering CA-based Telehealth ideal for BIPOC: Black, Indigenous, &/or People of Color, including white-passing & mixed-race BIPOC. Also welcoming Families & Partnerships with 1 or more BIPOC in regular attendance. I offer Xychotherapy: psychotherapy that recognizes therapeutic experiences existed long before psychotherapy was invented, and incorporates psychotherapy into global therapeutic wisdoms and practices.

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.

It takes courage to reach out and make that initial phone call to schedule a therapy appointment; I am here to work with you as soon as you're ready to take that first step. Sometimes challenges get in the way of the life we imagined, but I believe your life and relationships can be filled with joy and meaning again. I am here to work alongside you to create the life you want. I look forward to being part of your individual journey toward growth and change.