Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
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Clinical Psychology Services in Santa Barbara
Karen Lehman, PhD has dedicated over 30 years to providing high-quality, individualized therapy services rooted in evidence-based practices. Our practice blends mindfulness-based therapy and cognitive-behavioral techniques with a deep understanding of how families, cultures, and communities shape individuals. We offer specialized care for anxiety, OCD, insomnia, trauma, disaster mental health, stress, depression, LGBTQ+ support, eating disorders, longevity optimization, life transitions, trichotillomania, and grief.As a licensed clinical psychologist in California since 2002, I bring extensive experience from both private practice and disaster response leadership roles. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, cultural responsiveness, and integration with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive treatment. We provide flexible session formats including in-person and HIPAA-compliant teletherapy options to accommodate diverse client needs.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
OCD Therapy
Insomnia Treatment
Trauma Recovery
Disaster Mental Health
Stress Management
Depression Counseling
LGBTQ+ Support
Eating Disorder Treatment
Life Transitions Coaching
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of clinical psychology experience with evidence-based approaches
- Our practice integrates mindfulness-based therapy and cognitive-behavioral techniques
- Specialized disaster mental health response expertise through SB County leadership roles
- Flexible treatment formats including HIPAA-compliant teletherapy options
- Commitment to cultural competence and collaboration with healthcare professionals
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Sessions use evidence-based approaches including cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based therapies. Treatment plans adapt to individual needs with flexible 45-75 minute sessions available both in-person and via teletherapy platforms.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for relationship challenges and communication issues. 75-minute sessions focus on improving connection, resolving conflicts, and building healthier patterns. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with emotional attunement strategies to address both immediate concerns and long-term relationship health.
TeleTherapy
Secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy sessions available statewide. Maintains same evidence-based standards as in-person care with added convenience. Includes pre-session technology guidance and specialized consent protocols to ensure effective remote treatment experiences.
Disaster Mental Health
Specialized trauma-informed care for disaster survivors and first responders. Combines psychological first aid with long-term recovery strategies. Includes community outreach and coordination with local wellness teams to address both immediate crisis needs and ongoing mental health recovery.
Insomnia Treatment
Certified CBT-I treatment for chronic sleep issues. Structured program addresses underlying cognitive and behavioral patterns affecting sleep. Includes personalized sleep hygiene education and mindfulness-based relaxation techniques to improve overall sleep quality and duration.
People
Karen Lehman
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 30+ years of experience in evidence-based therapy. Specializes in mindfulness-based approaches and disaster mental health response. Holds leadership roles in local and state psychological associations while maintaining active clinical practice.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family therapy for anxiety, OCD, insomnia, trauma, depression, life transitions, and disaster-related mental health concerns using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer teletherapy options?
Yes, we provide secure HIPAA-compliant teletherapy sessions statewide through Zoom or Google Conferencing platforms with the same quality as in-person care.
What mental health specializations do you have?
Specialized expertise in anxiety disorders, trauma recovery, insomnia treatment (CBT-I certified), disaster mental health response, and LGBTQ+ affirming care across the lifespan.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us via phone, text, or secure email to schedule your initial consultation. We'll help determine the best format (in-person or virtual) and session timing for your needs.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, check, credit cards, HSA payments, and process through Square or IvyPay. Superbills available for insurance reimbursement with Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, and Lyra.
Are you accepting new clients?
Yes, we currently accept new clients for both in-person sessions in Santa Barbara and virtual therapy statewide. Please contact us directly to begin the process.
