Parenting therapists in Isla Vista, CA
Browse Parenting therapists in Isla Vista, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Bridgit Serrano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
I specialize in supporting mothers who find that parenting has activated unexpected anxiety, irritability, or old emotional wounds. Early motherhood can intensify perfectionism, self-doubt, and reactivity — especially after a difficult birth experience or during postpartum adjustment. Rather than focusing solely on behavior strategies, we explore what may be happening in your nervous system and attachment patterns so you can parent from a place of steadiness rather than overwhelm. The goal is not to be a perfect parent, but a more regulated and present one.
11 Years Experience
Online in Isla Vista, CA (Online Only)
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Dr. Susie King
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Improve parenting skills and ways to handle challenging behaviors in your children. Earlier in my career I was trained as a child psychologist. Although I no longer work with children, I still draw upon that experience to help parents managing the stress of raising children.
15 Years Experience
Online in Isla Vista, CA (Online Only)
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Emily Echeverria
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, MS
I know you love your child more than anything, and I also know that in addition to being infinitely rewarding, being a parent can also be pretty dang hard. Balancing your own needs with the needs of everyone else who relies on you is not an easy task. I help parents with parenting techniques and improving the parent-child relationship, but my main focus is emotional support. I firmly believe that in order to take care of others, we must take care of ourselves. The kinder and more patient you are with yourself, the more kind and patient you can be with your child - and the more you can model for your child how they can be good to themselves. You are already doing an amazing job, let's work together to decrease conflict in the home and increase the well-being of you, your child, and your family.
6 Years Experience
Online in Isla Vista, CA
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Dr. John Severino
Life Coach, PsyD
Parenting is a set of skills never really taught. Parenting Neuro-Divergent children adds chaos and more. We work with parents discovering or working through these challenges.
10 Years Experience
Online in Isla Vista, CA (Online Only)
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Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, Psy.D., L.M.F.T., Licensed Psychologist
Parenting is both deeply rewarding and incredibly challenging. Even the most loving parents can feel overwhelmed, unsure, or discouraged when their child’s needs or behaviors seem difficult to manage. I specialize in helping parents understand the “why” behind their child’s emotions and behaviors, develop effective communication and discipline strategies, and restore a sense of confidence and calm within the family.
My work with parents often focuses on navigating developmental changes, improving parent–child relationships, and managing challenges such as anxiety, defiance, emotional regulation difficulties, and family transitions. For parents raising children with unique emotional or behavioral needs, therapy offers tools for setting appropriate limits while maintaining empathy and connection.
When co-parenting after divorce or separation, I provide structured support to help parents maintain consistency, reduce conflict, and protect children from adult stressors. I also assist foster, adoptive, and blended families as they navigate attachment and identity issues that can surface throughout a child’s development.
Grounded in cognitive-behavioral and family systems approaches, sessions focus on increasing emotional awareness, enhancing communication, and promoting a calmer, more connected family environment. My goal is to help parents feel equipped, supported, and empowered to raise resilient, emotionally secure children—while also caring for themselves in the process.
22 Years Experience
Online in Isla Vista, CA (Online Only)
Parenting therapists in Isla Vista, CA Statistics
Parenting therapists in Isla Vista, CA average 17 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Family Systems Therapy (46%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (44%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 71% |
In Person and Online |
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| 29% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 44% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 36% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 64% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 34% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 31% | Christian |