
Katrina A Pesl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8 Endorsed
5266 Hollister Avenue, Suite 212,, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Let's Connect (559) 296-7231

Recognizing when life feels overwhelming can be difficult, and seeking support takes courage. My approach to psychotherapy is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental, and safe space for adolescents, families, and adults to navigate life’s challenges. For over six years, I have worked in private practice, helping clients gain insight, resilience, and personal growth.
With a gentle yet direct approach, I honor each individual’s unique experiences and diversity. I integrate therapeutic modalities that help clients reconnect with their inner strengths, gain new perspectives, and cultivate greater self-love and compassion.
Life’s challenges can be daunting, but you don’t have to face them alone. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and find paths toward healing and growth. Whether you're seeking clarity or a deeper understanding of yourself, I’m here to support you every step of the way. Reach out today, and let’s begin this journey together.
Call or Email Katrina A Pesl now for a free 15 minute consultation - (559) 296-7231
Let's Connect (559) 296-7231

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Magellan

Katrina A Pesl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (559) 296-7231
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 121080 Katrina A Pesl
- Attended Pacifica Graduate Institute, Graduated 2018
- Certificate from Postpartum Support International
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Body Positivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
8 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Expressive Arts
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Jungian
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Music Therapy
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas

Katrina A Pesl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (559) 296-7231