Child therapists in Goleta, California CA
Find experienced child therapists in Goleta who provide testing, counseling and support for children, and their families. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare specialties, experience, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
Child/Teen
Jamie Fortin
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
I provide relevant and tactful guidance to teenagers. I aim to get underneath the veneer of adolescent toughness and support teens to thrive as their authentic selves. I also offer group therapy for teen boys to explore social anxiety.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Goleta, CA
Online in Goleta, CA California
Child/Teen
Allie Michie, MS
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT159347
Teens are navigating a lot, school, friendships, relationships, family, identity, and a felt pressure to have it all figured out before they even know who they are. I work with teens in a space that's honest, warm, and completely judgment-free. No agenda, just genuine curiosity about who they are and where they want to go.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Goleta, CA
Online in Goleta, CA California
Child/Teen
New Beginnings Counseling Center (NBCC)
Pre-Licensed Professional
We serve children and teens, as well as families with mild to moderate mental health needs.
66 Years Experience
In-Person Near Goleta, CA
Online in Goleta, CA California
Child/Teen
Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Young people face enormous pressures; academically, socially, and emotionally. We provide a safe, relatable space where teens and children can speak honestly about what's hard without fear of judgment. Our therapists connect genuinely with young clients, helping them build emotional regulation, healthier thinking patterns, and stronger relationships at home and school. Parents are included as valued partners in the process.
21 Years Experience
Online in Goleta, CA California
Child/Teen
Dr. Cristal Lopez
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Welcome! You might be feeling disconnected from your family, friends, children, job, or even the world. I'm Dr. Cristal Lopez, and I believe that we all have powerful strengths. Together, we will explore yours to help you unlock your full potential, connect authentically with others, and show up as your true self. My training at top U.S. children's hospitals, including Children's Hospital Los Angeles, California Pacific Medical Center, Texas Children’s Hospital, and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, has provided me with over 6 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young and mid-life adults, and families.
For my younger clients, I use behavioral and play therapy techniques, while also supporting parents and families to foster healthy connections. With adolescents and adults, I draw on strength-based, humanistic, and relational principles to guide our work together.
Beyond traditional mental health concerns, I specialize and publish work in: coping with chronic illnesses, career-related issues (burnout, work-life balance), trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and stress related to first-responder families. I’m committed to guiding you, your child, or family to a more connected and fulfilling life. Invest in yourself!
9 Years Experience
Online in Goleta, CA California (Online Only)
Child therapists in Goleta, California Statistics
Child therapists in Goleta, California average 18 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Family Systems Therapy (52%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (45%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
|
| 31% |
Male |
|
| 5% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 83% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 17% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 45% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 93% | Teen |
| 68% | Children |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 32% | Black / African American |