Explore Mental Health Therapists Serving Santa Barbara, CA

Review the services and practice information of 18 mental health therapists serving Santa Barbara, CA. Whether you need individual counseling, couples therapy or ongoing psychotherapy, identify suitable providers and ask about appointment availability and fees.
Robert Shafer, PhD provides individual and couples therapy in Santa Barbara, CA, specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy for emotional, relational, and behavioral challenges. With over 40 years of clinical experience, he offers personalized treatment for depression, anxiety, addiction, and co-dependency. His practice combines empathetic understanding with evidence-based interventions to help clients achieve lasting personal growth.
Individual Counseling Couples Therapy Psychoanalysis
True healer Life changing Genuine clarity
Hope Counseling Center provides professional mental health therapy services in Santa Barbara, CA. Specializing in individual, couples, and family counseling, we integrate clinical expertise with faith-based perspectives. Our sliding scale fees and scholarship programs ensure accessible care for diverse community members.
Individual Therapy Couples Counseling Family Therapy
Dr. Sharon Tobler, PhD provides comprehensive psychological services including individual therapy, couples counseling, and group sessions. Specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma recovery, our Santa Barbara practice serves clients from Santa Ynez to Ventura. With expertise in multiple therapeutic modalities and authorship of relationship self-help resources, we deliver personalized mental health solutions grounded in clinical research and practical application.
Individual Therapy Couples Counseling Group Sessions
Creative Counseling & Consulting provides comprehensive mental health services including individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. With over 25 years of clinical experience, we specialize in trauma-informed care and professional supervision for licensed practitioners. Our online therapy platform offers accessible, flexible mental health support tailored to modern lifestyles.
Individual Therapy Couples Counseling Family Therapy
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Karen Lehman, PhD
33 Years
Emergency
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Karen Lehman, PhD provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy services for adults, teens, couples, and families in Santa Barbara, CA. Specializing in mindfulness-based and cognitive-behavioral approaches, our practice addresses anxiety, trauma, insomnia, and life transitions while emphasizing cultural competence and holistic well-being. With over 30 years of clinical experience and leadership in disaster mental health response, we deliver personalized care through both in-person and teletherapy platforms.
Anxiety Treatment OCD Therapy Insomnia Treatment
Janus Counseling Center provides comprehensive psychological services in Santa Barbara, specializing in evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions. Our licensed therapists employ psychodynamic modalities and trauma-informed approaches to address communication challenges, emotional distress, and relationship difficulties. We offer specialized services for children with special needs and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to deliver holistic mental health care.
Psychological Assessment Couples Therapy Family Counseling
California Coastal Counseling provides specialized mental health therapy for adults, teens, and families. Our practice focuses on evidence-based treatments like DBT and CBT to address depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship challenges. With over 20 years of clinical experience, we empower clients to develop coping skills and achieve emotional well-being.
Individual Therapy Couples Counseling DBT Therapy
Excellent therapist Great support Professional stance
Marjorie Schuman, PhD. provides mindful dynamic psychotherapy in Los Angeles, combining psychodynamic therapy with Buddhist meditation principles. The practice helps clients achieve emotional healing through deep self-inquiry and relational exploration. Services emphasize cultivating self-awareness to resolve interpersonal conflicts and emotional suffering.
Mindful Dynamic Psychotherapy Deep Self-Inquiry Relational Psychotherapy
Casa Serena
50+ Years
Emergency
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Casa Serena
50+ Years
Emergency
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Casa Serena provides specialized substance abuse and mental health treatment for women in Santa Barbara, California. With over 60 years of experience, we deliver evidence-based residential, outpatient, and trauma-focused programs tailored to womens recovery needs. Our nonprofit model prioritizes community-building, financial literacy, and job readiness to support sustainable sobriety and personal growth.
Residential Detox Outpatient Programs Trauma Therapy
Life-changing programs Loving support Safe environment
New Beginnings Counseling Center is a nonprofit organization providing mental health counseling and housing assistance to low-income individuals, families, and veterans in Santa Barbara County. Through four core programs, we serve over 2,000 people annually with sliding-scale therapy, safe overnight parking solutions, veteran-specific housing support, and life skills education. Our 50-year legacy combines clinical excellence with community advocacy to address homelessness and mental health challenges.
Mental Health Counseling Safe Parking Program Veterans Housing Support
Amy Hermann Therapy offers personalized psychotherapy services in Santa Barbara, CA, specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma for individuals, couples, and families. Our approach combines humanistic-experiential therapy with evidence-based techniques to foster self-awareness and behavioral change. With over 15 years of private practice experience and dual state licensure, we provide compassionate mental health support tailored to each client's unique needs.
Anxiety Treatment Depression Counseling Family Therapy
Wendy Allen, PHD, MFT provides specialized couples therapy, individual counseling, and coaching services in Santa Barbara. With 35 years of clinical experience, she employs Relational Life Therapy and EMDR to address marital conflicts, infidelity recovery, and mental health challenges. Her practice focuses on delivering measurable improvements through structured 90-minute sessions and personalized skill development.
Couples Therapy Affair Repair Therapy EMDR Therapy
Saved our marriage Effective therapy methods Personalized approach
Counsel For The Soul provides expert mental health therapy in Santa Barbara, specializing in individual, couples, and family counseling. With over 40 years of experience, we address addiction, PTSD, anxiety, and spiritual growth through personalized treatment plans. Our approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate support to help clients achieve meaningful life transformations.
Individual Counseling Couples Therapy Family Counseling
New perspective on life Prescience and wisdom Soul benefits greatly
Jill Rubin provides psychotherapy and relationship coaching to individuals and couples seeking emotional growth and healthier relationships. With over 20 years of experience, her practice focuses on overcoming anxiety, improving communication, and navigating life transitions through evidence-based modalities. Services include personalized therapy sessions and coaching programs delivered via telehealth.
Individual Therapy Couples Therapy Relationship Coaching
Compassionate approach Practical guidance Navigate complex emotions
Dr. John Lewis, PhD provides forensic psychological assessments, expert witness testimony, and individual psychotherapy services in Santa Barbara, CA. With over 25 years of clinical and forensic experience, he delivers objective evaluations for legal matters while offering evidence-based therapy for adults. His practice combines courtroom-tested expertise with compassionate mental health care.
Forensic Psychological Assessment Expert Witness Testimony Individual Psychotherapy
Christine Beasley, MFT provides specialized counseling services for individuals, couples, and families with a focus on seniors and caregivers. Her practice addresses depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions using mindfulness-based and client-centered approaches. Serving Santa Barbara and surrounding communities, she offers in-person, phone, and concierge therapy sessions.
Senior Counseling Grief Counseling Caregiver Support
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Craig Penner
44 Years
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Craig Penner, LMFT provides specialized psychotherapy, EMDR, and somatic therapy services for individuals and couples dealing with trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges. Our practice combines over 40 years of clinical expertise with evidence-based methodologies to address both acute and developmental trauma. We offer professional consultation and advanced training programs for therapists seeking to integrate somatic approaches with EMDR.
Individual Therapy Couples Therapy EMDR Therapy
Community Counseling & Education Center provides low-cost counseling, support groups, and workshops for individuals, families, and couples in Santa Barbara. Our Clinical Training Program develops skilled therapists under experienced supervision while offering accessible mental health services. With over 40 years of community commitment, we serve 350+ clients annually through 3,000+ hours of direct service.
Counseling Programs Clinical Training Program Support Groups
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