Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Ventura, California CA
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
New Beginnings Counseling Center (NBCC)
Pre-Licensed Professional
At New Beginnings Counseling Center's (NBCC) Donald J. Willfong Community Counseling Center, we are deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges with compassionate, accessible, and culturally attuned mental health care. For over 50 years, our nonprofit clinic has been a cornerstone of the Santa Barbara community, offering confidential counseling and therapeutic services that empower people to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Our diverse team of masters- and doctoral-level counselors — supported by experienced clinical supervisors — provides evidence-informed therapy in a traineeship setting, helping clients explore life transitions, relationship concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, compulsive behaviors, substance use challenges, stress, anger management, isolation, and more. We offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling, available both in person and through telehealth to meet the varied needs of our community.
We believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of financial means. That’s why we provide one of the most affordable sliding-scale fee structures in the region — many clients pay less than $15 per session — and we never turn anyone away due to inability to pay. Counseling is available in both English and Spanish.
In addition to our clinical services, New Beginnings is dedicated to fostering community well-being through training the next generation of clinicians, integrating trauma-informed practices, and ensuring that our services are responsive, respectful, and strength-based. Our mission is to help individuals not just cope, but truly thrive, by supporting their emotional growth, resilience, and overall wellness.
We warmly welcome you to begin your journey toward healing and self-discovery with us.
66 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ventura, CA
Online in Ventura, CA California
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Susana Scotti, Journey Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
I am a licensed psychologist with over 12 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals navigate the deeper patterns that drive emotional pain, addiction, and relationship struggles. My work focuses not only on symptom relief, but on understanding and healing the underlying experiences that shape how you think, feel, and connect with others. I am passionate about helping people get the most out of life and am committed to providing quality, individualized services to meet your specific needs. I provide Telehealth sessions in New York and California, in English and in Spanish, offering increased flexibility, convenience and privacy for sessions. Through a supportive, nonjudgmental process, we work through root causes and build skills to create meaningful, lasting change.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ventura, CA California (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Leahmontaine Barrow
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
At Compassion Compass we are passionate about providing support to people. Rather you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship issues, work dynamics or trauma we are here for you. I have seen the way that issues in these areas or symptoms of these diagnosis impact lives, destroying sleep, peace, connection, confidence and the ability to engage meaningfully in your community. There is hope and in many cases people want and need a safe space to talk through there hurts, skills to meet their suffering and news ways to engage in their lives. What ever it is we meet you were you are and together we figure out how to get the healing, the hope and the fullness you want from your life.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ventura, CA California
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Michelle Roberts
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I help folks recover from trauma by befriending the body. Trauma is simply anything that your system experienced as too much, too fast, or too soon (or too little for too long, or too much for too long). You may find that while talking about an issue helps to an extent, that you're still looking to feel more free. If you've been feeling disconnected from yourself, or way too connected & overstimulated by everything, it's likely because your nervous system is working hard trying to make sense of your environment & experiences. Let's learn to care for your unique system as a whole so you can invite more peace into your life.
I am so looking forward to meeting you! I admire your courage in getting to this point. It can be helpful to connect prior to your first session to make sure your initial impression tells you we'd be a good fit! Reach out to me to schedule your free, 15-minute phone consultation where you can ask me any questions you like about the therapy process.
12 Years Experience
Online in Ventura, CA California (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Brandy Jaramillo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
With over 15 years of dedicated experience in the dementia care field, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals living with dementia and their families through some of the most challenging and meaningful moments of their lives. My work has spanned direct care, family support, service coordination, and community education—each role reinforcing my deep commitment to dignity, empathy, and person-centered care.
5 Years Experience
Online in Ventura, CA California (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Ventura, California Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Ventura, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $190 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (78%), Trauma and PTSD (70%), and Depression (66%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$190
Accept insurance
60%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
Online Only |
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| 46% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 78% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Depression |
| 58% | Stress |
| 54% | Loss or Grief |
| 54% | Social Anxiety |
| 54% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 92% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 44% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 36% | Black / African American |