Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Santa Maria, CA
Browse Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Santa Maria, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
HSP
Christina Dee
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A. LMFT
High sensitivity is a neurological trait, not a flaw. I help HSPs understand and embrace their way of processing the world, develop tools for managing overstimulation and emotional intensity, and transform sensitivity into a meaningful strength.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Maria, CA
Online in Santa Maria, CA
HSP
Shirley Johnson,
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, CYT
Sensitivity is not weakness; it is depth. I help highly sensitive individuals regulate overwhelm, honor intuition, and build lives that protect their energy without shrinking their gifts and build confidence with practicing and creating boundaries around their energy.
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
HSP
Blossom Wellness Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Do you feel emotions deeply, get overwhelmed easily, or notice things others miss? Being highly sensitive is a strength, but it can also be exhausting. We help HSPs understand their unique wiring, protect their energy, set boundaries, and create a life that feels calmer and more supportive.
16 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
HSP
Subconscious Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapist, C.Ht.
Being highly sensitive can make everyday experiences feel overwhelming or emotionally intense. Hypnotherapy helps manage overstimulation, strengthen emotional boundaries, and cultivate inner calm. Sessions support self-understanding, resilience, and a greater sense of balance in navigating daily life.
3 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
HSP
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When You Feel Everything Deeply
If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or that you “care too much,” you may be what’s known as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) — someone whose nervous system is more finely tuned to the world around them. I understand this on a personal level — I’m an HSP myself. Being highly sensitive is not a flaw; it’s a temperament trait shared by about 20% of people. It means your mind and body process information and emotion more deeply. You notice subtleties, feel others’ moods, and reflect deeply — yet that same sensitivity can make life feel overwhelming, especially when faced with stress, criticism, or conflict.
In therapy, we’ll use a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT to help you embrace sensitivity as a strength while learning tools to manage its challenges. Together, we’ll focus on:
Calming the inner critic that tells you you’re “too much”
Reducing anxiety and emotional exhaustion from overstimulation
Setting healthy boundaries without guilt
Building confidence to share your true self with others
Developing emotional tools that turn sensitivity into insight and intuition
Our work will be both structured and gentle — blending neuroscience, mindfulness, and humor to help you feel grounded, capable, and at peace in your own skin.
I BELIEVE:
Sensitivity is not weakness — it’s awareness, empathy, and depth.
You can be both strong and soft, confident and cautious, independent and deeply connected.
Boundaries are not walls; they’re invitations to authentic connection.
You deserve a life that feels calm, balanced, and safe for your sensitive nervous system.
Healing doesn’t mean hardening — it means learning to stay open without being overwhelmed.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Santa Maria, CA Statistics
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Santa Maria, CA average 14 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (53%), Psychodynamic Therapy (49%), and Somatic Therapy (49%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
25%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 53% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 49% | Somatic Therapy |
| 46% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 73% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 31% | Asian |
| 31% | Buddhist |