Online Parenting therapists in Santa Maria, California CA
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Parenting
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have over 20 years of experience with assisting individuals with identifying parenting styles, coparenting, developing healthy relationships with their children as well as providing new parent support educational services.
27 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
Parenting is one of the hardest jobs in the world, and it comes without a clear manual. Therapy can help parents manage stress, strengthen communication with their kids, and find strategies that support both structure and connection at home.
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Heidi Hartston
Psychologist, PhD
Parenting can be an overwhelming job, navigating IEPs, advocating for children with disabilities and finding the right resources, emotionally regulating yourself and helping your child as they struggle, and managing family and sibling conflict. There is a journey of self-development that accompanies parenting at each stage. Therapy involves working collaboratively to help you reduce parenting stress, maintain your relationship and be a strong and loving resource for your children. I combine insightful, caring depth work with effective, evidence based techniques to help you establish balance, calm and happiness even in challenging situations.
35 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
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Jamie Fortin
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Parenting is rarely easy, but somehow we are conditioned to pretend that it is. If you have been struggling to find happiness and a healthy routine while raising children, I can support you to identify challenges, understand developmental changes for kids and teens, and to explore solutions not just for your kids but for you and your intimate partnerships.
8 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Parenting
Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Parenting puts enormous pressure on even the strongest relationships. Disagreements about discipline, different parenting styles, and the sheer exhaustion of raising children can quietly erode connection between partners. We help parents get on the same page, communicate more effectively, and strengthen both their partnership and their family dynamic — so the whole family benefits.
21 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Dr. Lois Nightingale
Psychologist, MA, Ph.D.
I have been working with children and their parents for over 30 years. I focus on behavior modification and improving communication in the home. I have written several parenting and children's books that are available on Amazon. I am the parent of two adult children.
43 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Karen Petren
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Being a parent is really tough. We all need a helping hand sometimes. As an experienced psychotherapist and a parent of a challenging young adult myself, I have helped many families find peace and harmony in the face of mental illness, divorce, and addiction. I enjoy empowering parents to explore their own family background and adapt to what’s in front of them today. I specialize in working with ADHD, OCD, and neurodivergent teens and adults.
25 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
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Shila Vardell, AMFT
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Parenting is one of the most rewarding and yet the most challenging roles we take on in life. It is okay to seek help and guidance along the way. I am a mother to four of my own children and completely understand that every child is different and creates their own unique challenges. I am here to meet you where you are and address those unique challenges. I focus on creating a warm and healing space where you can feel at ease. We will work together to work on your parenting goals to create a harmonious environment.
3 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Dan Michels
Therapist, LPCC, LPC, CHT, MA
Please contact me if you think we'd be a good fit. I offer a free 30-minute consultation.
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Sonny Granade
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
The way we parent our children is deeply shaped by our own upbringing—both by what felt nurturing and by what may have caused harm. I work with my clients to reflect on these early experiences and to thoughtfully examine the beliefs guiding how they are raising, or hope to raise, their own children. Together, we explore how parenting—and re-parenting ourselves—can become a meaningful expression of our values, intentions, and sense of purpose, while also creating space for healing and growth across generations.
4 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Create You Therapy Services
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I work with parents to strengthen communication, manage stress, and navigate the challenges of raising children at every stage. Therapy focuses on practical strategies, emotional support, and building healthier family dynamics grounded in understanding and connection.
27 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Holly Hall, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Parenting is one of life's most rewarding experiences—and one of its most challenging. Whether you're navigating behavioral issues, communication struggles, family conflict, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the demands of raising children, support can make a meaningful difference. My goal is to empower you with tools and insights that work for your unique family. Parenting doesn't come with a manual, but you don't have to figure it out alone. Together, we'll build on your strengths and create positive change that benefits everyone in your family.
6 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Allie Michie, MS
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT159347
Parenting is one of the most rewarding and most humbling things a person can do. I work with parents navigating the challenges of raising kids, managing their own stress and history, and trying to show up the way they want to. Whether you're parenting a teen, a toddler, or somewhere in between, there's room here for all of it.
2 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Marina Edelman | TrueMe Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We help parents develop effective, connected parenting strategies that reduce power struggles and strengthen attachment. Support is practical, compassionate, and tailored to your family.
20 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Rising Pines Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I support parents navigating stress, identity shifts, and family dynamics. Therapy focuses on emotional regulation, boundaries, communication, and building confidence in parenting roles.
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
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Dr. Shawn V Giammattei
Psychologist, PhD
Parents are a special part of our practice. As a family therapy practice we always integrate parents into our work and also offer special programs for parents raising transgender, non-binary, or gender expansive kids.
17 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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Louisa Lombard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, PPS
Parenting is a very hard, beautiful job. Parenting a child with special needs, or a 2E kid is typically an even tougher job, and it's also uniquely beautiful. I am a mom to two school-aged kids and I do get it on a personal and professional level. In the past, I've worked as a School Counselor and School-based therapist with kids and their parents at multiple Los Angeles area K-12 schools. Currently, I often support parents of HSP/Neurodivergent and/or Gifted kids.
13 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
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Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
Parenting is one of the most rewarding and most challenging roles an adult can take on — and yet it is one of the areas where people are least likely to ask for help. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I work with parents navigating parenting stress, child behavioral challenges, co-parenting conflict, blended family dynamics, parenting after divorce, and the emotional weight of raising children through difficult seasons. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic insight, and solution-focused intervention, I help parents develop practical tools, healthier communication patterns, and greater confidence in their role. Telehealth parenting therapy available across 40+ states.
21 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
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Castle Rock Family Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ACSW
Our therapists offer guidance to parents navigating the complexities of raising children, providing support in discipline, communication, and family dynamics.
12 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Parenting
Integrated Mental Wellness
Psychologist, Ph.D, Integrated Medical Mental Health Clinician, Licensed Psychologist
We assist parents with understanding the temperament and behavior of the child and in developing strategies for effective communication and discipline.
20 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Parenting therapists in Santa Maria, California Statistics
Parenting therapists in Santa Maria, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $212 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Parenting (100%), Anxiety or Fears (84%), and Depression (74%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$212
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Parenting |
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 71% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 63% | Stress |
| 63% | Self Esteem |