Gestalt therapists in Santa Barbara, California CA
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Gestalt Therapy
Bruce Howard
Psychologist, PhD
For over 30 years, I have brought expertise, creativity, enthusiasm, and positive change to individuals and couples I have worked with. To achieve personal goals, effective therapy must bring integration of the physiological, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions of our functioning.
43 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Online in Santa Barbara, CA California
Gestalt Therapy
Jamie Fortin
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
I believe that meaningful change happens in the context of a genuine, attuned relationship. Therapy is not about fixing what is “wrong,” but about deepening understanding, expanding awareness, and creating space for something new to emerge.
My approach is grounded in depth psychology, relational therapy, and experiential work. Together, we explore not only the challenges that bring you in, but also the underlying patterns, emotions, and unconscious dynamics that shape your life. I work collaboratively, with curiosity and respect, to help you develop a stronger connection to yourself and to others.
I also integrate Animal-Assisted Therapy when appropriate, partnering with my therapy dog, Sophie. Her presence can help create a calming, supportive environment and often allows for connection and insight in ways that feel more natural and less pressured.
I have a particular interest in working with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, and the desire for deeper self-understanding. Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply sensing that something in your life wants to shift, therapy can be a place to slow down, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and intention.
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step. My role is to meet you where you are, offering a steady, compassionate presence as we make sense of your experience together.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Online in Santa Barbara, CA California
Gestalt Therapy
Louise Perry
Registered Psychotherapist, IFS UKCP HCCP BAAT
I work as an integrative art psychotherapist and IFS practitioner, offering a thoughtful and collaborative way of working. Therapy with me doesn’t need to involve art unless it feels useful; some sessions focus on conversation, while others may use images, objects, or simple creative materials to explore experiences that are difficult to put into words.
Before training as a psychotherapist, I spent many years working in design and technology. That background continues to shape how I work – I’m interested in patterns, systems, and how different parts interact, both internally and in our wider lives. My decision to retrain grew out of lived experience as well as professional curiosity, and I bring both into the therapy room.
I work in an engaged, grounded way, staying close to what matters and adjusting pace as needed. Clients often come to me when they want to understand themselves more clearly, work with complexity rather than bypass it, and make changes that feel considered and sustainable.
8 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA California
Gestalt Therapy
Mia Turner
Therapist, MA, RYT, ASDCS, LMFT, NPT-C, CMNCS, CMIP
✨ By virtue of holding space for you to make meaning out of your experiences, intersections of identity, and personal and ancestral past, I specialize in providing Culturally Conscious, Liberation-Oriented, Neuro-affirming, Trauma-Informed, Nervous System-Centered, and social justice-aligned offerings of healing that align with your desire to unify mind, body, and spirit, healing both present and intergenerational wounds, and connecting with self, others, and surroundings.
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA California (Online Only)
Gestalt Therapy
Freestyle Supervision and EMDR Group LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LEP, NCC, APCC, AMFT, ASW, NCC
At Freestyle Supervision and EMDR, we move beyond "trauma-informed" trends to provide deeply rooted, evidence-based care across California and Texas. Our practice is built on a mentorship model that celebrates neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, and authentic self-expression. By blending clinical expertise with a laid-back, creative approach, we offer a space where clients can unmask, regulate their nervous systems, and experience therapy that is as inclusive as it is transformative
4 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA California
Gestalt Therapy therapists in Santa Barbara, California Statistics
Gestalt Therapy therapists in Santa Barbara, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Trauma and PTSD (73%), and Self Esteem (68%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Depression |
| 65% | Stress |
| 62% | Loss or Grief |
| 60% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 60% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 53% | Men |
| 35% | Buddhist |
| 35% | Hispanic / Latino |