Feminist therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
Browse Feminist therapists in Santa Barbara, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Feminist
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
In-Person Near Santa Barbara, CA
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Feminist
Timothy Walker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Where within you does conflict persist?
Is it in the body, a swirling energy the surges without explanation, keeping you spinning in thought circles and struggling to sleep or relax (ANXIETY)?
Is it in the heart, the whistling emptiness of grief, or the stabbing pain of ruptured relationships, and lost connections (DEPRESSION)?
Is it in the head, thoughts that won’t stop reciting their well worn verses of what-ifs and should-haves (OCD/ADHD)?
Is it in the spirit, an anguish of being, the unknown outnumbering the known to a paralyzing degree, questions of WHY swirling intangible as mist, existential questions, the ground beneath our feet uneven and unsteady (BELIEF/MEANING)?
Is it in all of the above, and in your dreams as well, impacting ability to connect with others, to be still with yourself, to be intimate, to give and receive love, to accept what was, embrace what will be, and surrender to the now (TRAUMA)?
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Feminist
Susanna La
Psychologist, Ph.D.
You may have spent much of your life being the responsible one—balancing family expectations, caring for others, and striving to succeed while your own emotional needs went unseen. From the outside, your life may look accomplished, but inside you might feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or quietly alone. You learned early on to prioritize everyone else’s well-being, often leaving little room to understand or care for yourself.
13 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Feminist
Dr. Deborah Vinall
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Trauma can leave you feeling disconnected—from your body, your emotions, and the life you want to live. You may know you’re safe now, yet still feel stuck, reactive, or overwhelmed in ways that don’t make sense. Therapy can be a place where this begins to change.
My work goes beyond talking, supporting your brain and nervous system in processing and releasing traumatic experiences at a deep level. I use EMDR and Brainspotting—powerful, trauma-informed approaches that help access the parts of the brain where trauma is stored—so healing can occur in a way that feels natural and lasting.
Equally important is the therapeutic relationship itself. I offer a compassionate, attuned space where your experience is met with care, respect, and pacing that honors your nervous system. Together, we work toward greater ease, resilience, and a renewed sense of freedom in your life.
If you’re considering trauma therapy and wondering whether I might be the right therapist for you, I invite you to reach out for a phone consultation.
22 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Feminist
Marley Cote
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
You've done the talk therapy thing before, but still feel like something is missing. On the outside, it looks like you have made it and people remind you of how far you have come. But then, there seems to be an emptiness inside of you—either from being overwhelmed or numbed out by your emotions. You are constantly giving 110% of yourself to your relationships, even though no one else seems to put that same effort into you. It has depleted you, exhausted you. There are things from your own past that need to be confronted, but it was always easier for you to bury yourself in others' problems. Not anymore, now it is time for a change. It is time for you to put yourself first and to align your emotions, mind, and body. It can be scary to look inwards for healing, and I can be your therapist to walk with you on this journey. My approach to therapy is emotionally-focused, attachment-based, and trauma-informed. If you are ready to put yourself first, please call or email me to set up a free 30-minute consultation.
**Now accepting individual and couples for Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
7 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Feminist Therapy therapists in Santa Barbara, CA Statistics
Feminist Therapy therapists in Santa Barbara, CA average 14 years of experience and charge around $219 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Trauma and PTSD (71%), Anxiety or Fears (69%), and Stress (65%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$219
Accept insurance
25%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 13% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 65% | Stress |
| 63% | Self Esteem |
| 63% | Women's Issues |
| 55% | Loss or Grief |
| 53% | Depression |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 59% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Teen |
| 43% | Senior |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 88% | Women |
| 67% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Men |
| 29% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 25% | Asian |