Parenting therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
Browse Parenting therapists in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
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Robin Bates-Pualuan
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
For some reason, kids don't come with instruction manuals. Even the best parents struggle sometimes and could benefit from an objective guide through the ambiguous world of parenting, where there are almost never clear-cut answers to the tough questions. By talking with a professional you can learn to parent in a way that respects all parties and aligns with your values.
14 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
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Luis Maimoni
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
When your children were born, were you given the official parenting class? The one that answers all your questions about how to raise a child? No?
When mine were born, I wasn't given the class either. I wish I could have seen me about my children back in the days when it would have done me some good!
14 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
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Lisa McNelley Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #156096
Parenting can be incredibly challenging. The job of growing adults can be incredibly rewarding, as well as one of the most thankless and difficult. Often, these challenges emerge as our children reach their teens. What once was easy becomes challenging. Rules and roles begin to get challenged as teens test the limits and begin taking risks.
Maybe you have teens who are stressed out with staying on top of school, activities and friendships, while worrying about life after high school. Anxiety and depression are often key indicators that your teens are maxed out, but there's no clear way to help them. If you are at a loss or feeling overwhelmed as a parent, I can provide a safe space to talk about the challenges and offer support in reconnecting with your teens.
4 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
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Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Parenting puts enormous pressure on even the strongest relationships. Disagreements about discipline, different parenting styles, and the sheer exhaustion of raising children can quietly erode connection between partners. We help parents get on the same page, communicate more effectively, and strengthen both their partnership and their family dynamic — so the whole family benefits.
21 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Parenting therapists in Santa Barbara, CA Statistics
Parenting therapists in Santa Barbara, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $218 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Family Systems Therapy (48%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$218
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
54%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 38% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 68% | Teen |
| 64% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 37% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 29% | Christian |
| 29% | Hispanic / Latino |