

Discover personalized mental health care in Santa Barbara's vibrant communities including Montecito, Carpinteria, and Goleta. Headway connects you with 8,093 providers offering talk therapy and medication management with free consultations and next-day availability.
We often seek therapy when we're ready for change and part of our life has become unbalanced. A feeling of discontent, depression, or anxiety may have lasted a lifetime, or may have been initiated by a transitional change, such as loss of a relationship or career, or a yearning to grow beyond where we have been stuck. I welcome all parts of you, and will meet you where you are at in the journey towards wholeness.
Hi, I'm Kim! I firmly believe that change is always possible- and it's never too late to start the process. I work in a collaborative, eclectic, with my clients. I will provide a safe space for you to explore and practice new skills- free of judgment. If you are ready to improve your life and open to discovering new solutions to life's challenges, I can help. Invest in yourself with focused time and energy in therapy to move toward the life you want and deserve!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both California and Idaho. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from San Diego State University and have more than 20 years of experience working in the behavioral health field in both direct practice and administration. In my 9 years of therapy work, I specialize in supporting adults and older adults who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, and other emotional or life difficulties.
My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to process difficult life situations, decisions, transitions and mental health challenges. I offer supportive guidance, a listening ear and a focus on self care. I use eclectic techniques based on what makes the most sense for each individual client and bring over 20 years of experience to our sessions.
I am currently a licensed psychologist in California, having previously worked as a psychotherapist under supervision for over 14 years. As an independent practitioner, I am accepting new clients, both in person and by remote means.
I seem to work especially well with younger and middle-aged people who are creatively inclined and having difficulty with self-realization and/or interpersonal relationships, from important relationships to everyday interactions with others. In the past, I have worked in community-based and private addiction recovery settings across a wide demographic. I specialize in trauma informed treatment that includes PTSD, depression, anxiety and phobias.
I seem to work especially well with younger and middle-aged people who are creatively inclined and having difficulty with self-realization and/or interpersonal relationships, from important relationships to everyday interactions with others.
Hi there! My name is Noreen and I help adults who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, past trauma. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, therapy can be a place to slow down, understand yourself more deeply, and create lasting change. I work with Adults 25 to 99+ by offering Telehealth services. I am licensed in Missouri, California, Washington, Ohio and Iowa. Whether you’re seeking short-term support or long-term growth, I’m here to help.
Hi, I’m Shelby, an LCSW with 12+ years of experience helping women stop overthinking, trust their intuition, and create healthy, secure relationships. I help high-achieving, self-aware women who feel stuck in anxiety, trauma, or repeating relationship patterns.
You want to stop overthinking, move past painful memories, and finally trust yourself. My clients seek clarity, calm, and confidence in life and relationships... and the tools to make real, lasting change.


Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding the right therapist in Santa Barbara starts with getting clear on what you're looking for. Consider whether you want support for a specific concern — such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges — or whether you're looking for more general talk therapy. From there, look for a licensed provider (such as an LMFT, LCSW, psychologist, or psychiatrist) whose specialty and approach match your needs. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their style and decide if they're a good match before your first session.
Santa Barbara has a wide range of mental health providers, including therapists in nearby communities like Goleta, Montecito, and Carpinteria. Many providers offer both in-person and virtual sessions, which can make scheduling easier. Practical factors like location, availability, and whether a provider is accepting new patients are worth considering early in your search.
Therapy in Santa Barbara can be expensive without insurance — but affordable options exist when you use in-network coverage. Checking whether a provider accepts your specific plan is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who fits both your clinical needs and your budget.
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