Postpartum Depression therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
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Postpartum
Bridgit Serrano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
As a Perinatal Mental Health Certified therapist (PMH-C), I specialize in postpartum depression and mood changes that arise before and after childbirth, including symptoms that follow a difficult or traumatic birth experience. Many women I work with feel numb, irritable, disconnected, or unlike themselves — sometimes accompanied by guilt or shame for not feeling the way they envisioned. Using EMDR and attachment-focused therapy, we address both the emotional impact of the birth and the deeper patterns contributing to depression, helping you feel more present, steady, and connected over time.
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Postpartum
Dr. Susie King
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Help in coping with postpartum depression so that you can get to the other side of it and begin to feel the joys of motherhood. The postpartum period involves far more stress than just healing from the birth, nursing, and changing diapers. It can involve tensions with your partner, severe lack of sleep, fears about your child's wellbeing, guilt, even grief.
15 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Postpartum
Soma Aloia, Holistic Somatic Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCST, SE, CSC, CYT
Postpartum depression is more than the stress of becoming a new parent. This monumental transition into parenthood can awaken far more than new responsibilities, and the postpartum period may stir earlier life experiences, including attachment trauma, emotional overwhelm, and grief while also reshaping identity and relationships. As a parent, your own imprints may be activated with the news of pregnancy or upon the arrival of your little one.
PPD is a real and treatable condition that can affect mood, identity, bonding and attachment with your baby, and even your sense of yourself. Drawing from somatic and pre/perinatal psychology, therapy provides a compassionate, trauma-informed space to support healing and bonding, nervous system regulation, and help you reconnect with yourself and your baby at a pace that feels safe. You will develop attunement abilities for the development of a secure foundation for you and your child. Couples welcome.
31 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Barbara, CA
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Postpartum
Courtney Whetstone
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Having a baby is hard!!! There is so much that goes into it as far as body and mind and mood are concerned and having the right approach to be able to tackle these things are a must! Once we have the arrival of the new baby, it often can feel like there is no time for yourself, that the baby has completely taken over your life which can lead to feelings of guilt and depression. These are all normal feeling and I want to be able to help normalize some of this and how to work through these
12 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA (Online Only)
Postpartum
Shila Vardell, AMFT
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Postpartum depression can be incredibly challenging and very scary. I have had four children myself and wholeheartedly comprehend postpartum depression on every level. Please know that you are not alone. Many new moms suffer in silence. I commend you for seeking help. I will walk alongside you during your journey. Postpartum depression can be caused by many different factors from hormones, sleep deprivation, anxiety, worry and other stressors. Together, we will work to understand the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms. By gaining insight into the root causes of your symptoms, we can work together to addess them and move forward.
3 Years Experience
Online in Santa Barbara, CA
Postpartum Depression therapists in Santa Barbara, CA Statistics
Postpartum Depression therapists in Santa Barbara, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (43%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (41%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 79% |
Female |
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| 15% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 40% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 40% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 78% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Black / African American |
| 36% | Men |
| 34% | Asian |