Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
Browse Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Santa Barbara, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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New Beginnings Counseling Center (NBCC)
Pre-Licensed Professional
At New Beginnings Counseling Center's (NBCC) Donald J. Willfong Community Counseling Center, we are deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges with compassionate, accessible, and culturally attuned mental health care. For over 50 years, our nonprofit clinic has been a cornerstone of the Santa Barbara community, offering confidential counseling and therapeutic services that empower people to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Our diverse team of masters- and doctoral-level counselors — supported by experienced clinical supervisors — provides evidence-informed therapy in a traineeship setting, helping clients explore life transitions, relationship concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, compulsive behaviors, substance use challenges, stress, anger management, isolation, and more. We offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling, available both in person and through telehealth to meet the varied needs of our community.
We believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of financial means. That’s why we provide one of the most affordable sliding-scale fee structures in the region — many clients pay less than $15 per session — and we never turn anyone away due to inability to pay. Counseling is available in both English and Spanish.
In addition to our clinical services, New Beginnings is dedicated to fostering community well-being through training the next generation of clinicians, integrating trauma-informed practices, and ensuring that our services are responsive, respectful, and strength-based. Our mission is to help individuals not just cope, but truly thrive, by supporting their emotional growth, resilience, and overall wellness.
We warmly welcome you to begin your journey toward healing and self-discovery with us.
66 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Erin Powers
Counselor/Therapist, APCC 9590
I believe that we all have the capacity to heal. I take a trauma-informed, body-based, and spiritually grounded approach to working with clients. I have experience working with clients (primarily women) from a variety of backgrounds, including those experiencing anxiety and co-occurring health issues impacting mental health. I enjoy incorporating mindfulness, expressive arts, and other holistic modalities into my sessions and will provide you with resources to utilize in your everyday life. As Carl Jung states, "I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become".
6 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Castle Rock Family Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ACSW
We founded Castle Rock Family Services with a simple yet powerful belief: that we could be a force for positive change in our community. So many people are struggling, and we are committed to walking alongside them, providing support through a collaborative and compassionate approach to therapy.
Our goal is to meet clients where they are in their journey and empower them to work toward their goals. Personally, I specialize in working with children and teens, helping them navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. One of the greatest privileges of my work is collaborating with our incredible team of therapists—an inspiring group of compassionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable professionals who are deeply committed to supporting our clients, their families, and the community as a whole.
It is an honor to serve and support our community in every way we can, and I am grateful for the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
12 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Alexandra Duran
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Hi, I’m Ali!
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and Certified EMDR Therapist with 10 years of experience providing individual and couples therapy to adults. I offer telehealth services throughout California, making it easier to access support wherever you are. My specialties include working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship or attachment-based issues, supporting people in making sense of these experiences and finding a way forward that is both meaningful and long lasting. I love my job because I get to support individuals in learning to live a more genuine and fulfilling life while also helping couples have more satisfying relationships with one another. I truly believe that nothing else could be this rewarding!
The path to healing can be a difficult one, but you are not alone. If given the opportunity, I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey. Call now for a free 15 minute consultation!
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Hailey Williford
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hi, I'm Hailey! I know searching for a new therapist can be overwhelming, so let's stick to the basics! I specialize in treating ADHD, autism, OCD, PMDD, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ issues and exploration. I am queer and neurodivergent myself, so it is my mission to provide a space that feels affirming, safe, and understanding of your own unique experience. Whether you already know what you want out of therapy or are looking for direction, let's work together to explore your values and goals, and look at the behaviors that could be in the way of your best life.
3 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Santa Barbara, CA Statistics
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Santa Barbara, CA average 13 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (83%), Depression (71%), and Trauma and PTSD (63%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 83% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Depression |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Stress |
| 51% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
| 43% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 31% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 29% | Asian |