Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapists in Goleta, CA
Browse Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapists in Goleta, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
EMDR
Bridgit Serrano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
I’m an EMDR therapist with a PMH-C certification, specializing in trauma and perinatal mental health. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or impacted by past experiences, as well as those navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, or the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum.
My ideal clients are open to growth and looking for more than just symptom relief—they want to better understand themselves and feel more at ease in their daily lives. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can process what’s been weighing on you.
Using EMDR and other evidence-based approaches, I help clients heal from past experiences and build resilience. I also welcome individuals with a range of mental health concerns.
11 Years Experience
Online in Goleta, CA (Online Only)
EMDR
Samantha Schaefer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would? Maybe you’re in the middle of a big transition—becoming a parent, navigating a breakup, adjusting to a new role, or simply realizing that what used to work…doesn’t anymore. Change can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, and even grief for the versions of ourselves we’ve outgrown. You might find yourself questioning who you are or what comes next. These moments can feel isolating, but they’re also an invitation to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin again—with support along the way.
10 Years Experience
Online in Goleta, CA
EMDR
Michele Robison, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
I have over 3 decades of experience working with individuals and helping them achieve their treatment goals. I love research on the science of wellbeing as well as research on the brain. I use evidenced based strategies to help my clients achieve their therapeutic goals.
34 Years Experience
Online in Goleta, CA
EMDR
Melanie Simms
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I believe that everyone is capable of change. However, we must believe in our worth and treat ourselves with kindness in order to create that change. If life feels hard right now, that's because it is! The bodies and brains that we have were not built for the world we currently live in. Everyone grows up in an environment where their needs were not perfectly met. The ways we dealt with those unmet needs as children become unhealthy coping strategies in adulthood. With conscious effort, reflection, and practice, we can heal those wounds and learn better strategies. That's what therapy is for and I am here to help!
11 Years Experience
Online in Goleta, CA
EMDR
Sean Sprigle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Before I was a therapist I was a client just like yourself. I struggled with many issues over the years and overcome most of them since becoming a therapist. Because of this I find that I usually have personal experience with at least an aspect of what my client is dealing with. My clients generally find me to be compassionate, knowledgeable, non-judge mental, and easy to connect with.
9 Years Experience
Online in Goleta, CA
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapists in Goleta, CA Statistics
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapists in Goleta, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (85%), Trauma and PTSD (85%), and Depression (69%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
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| 29% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 85% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 85% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Depression |
| 53% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 50% | Stress |
| 47% | Loss or Grief |
| 46% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Teen |
| 45% | Senior |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 27% | Asian |
| 26% | Christian |