Marriage Counselor
Rudi Lion, MA, MFT
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
2020 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, California 93103 | 805 453-4826
I specialized in couple's work because I wanted to understand the building blocks of a successful relationship. Luckily, anyone can learn to be a good partner. We all long to be deeply understood. I have concrete tools to get you there.
Marriage Counselor
Sean Sprigle, LPCC
Licensed professional clinical counselor
Available for Online Therapy
A healthy marriage takes work. Therapy will reach the heart of the issues and begin the process of restoration. Let's get started.
Marriage Counselor
Fionnuala Kraus, MA, MFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
22 West Micheltorena St. Ste.A, Santa Barbara, California 93101 | 805 698 0370
Our most intimate partnerships have the potential to give us the greatest joy and also the greatest pain. Working to regain happiness in a relationship provides us with the opportunity to change unexamined, limiting communication styles, behaviors and beliefs and can b
Marriage Counselor
Indira Katan, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
5290 Overpass Road, 209, Santa Barbara, California 93101 | 8054488618
A healthy marriage takes work. Therapy will reach the heart of the issues and begin the process of restoration. Let's get started.
Marriage Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
When entering a committed relationship we have a desire and expectation for friendship, mutual respect, love and validation. It takes work, it takes courage, it takes support and training to arrive at this ideal.
Marriage Counselor
Well Coached Life, PhD, MA, SEP
WELL COACHED LIFE| Individuals | Couples | Youth
Available for Online Therapy
We want connection- a space to be vulnerable and truly seen. But emotional intimacy is risky, and that scares us, especially with a difficult history! Instead of being vulnerable, we build up walls to protect us. Let's break down the walls and build a loving connection.
Marriage Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
Santa Barbara, California 93108 | 1-877-606-6161
Though we are not licensed marriage counselors, Grey Matters International, Inc. provides cutting edge brain optimization and rebalancing technology to better align the minds of partners to reduce conflict, increase hope---for the brain has the final word on change.
Marriage Counselor
Ross L. Kellogg, LMFT
Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist
Available for Online Therapy
A healthy marriage takes work. Therapy will reach the heart of the issues and begin the process of restoration through a step-by-step process. Let's get started today.
Marriage Counselor
Suzanne Greene, JD, MA, LMFT
Psychotherapist, LMFT
Available for Online Therapy
Premarital Therapy is the most requested form of couples therapy in my practice. Addressing issues that often don't develop until after marriage and providing conflict resolution tools to the couple to support healthy communication assists reducing future conflicts.
Related Sites:
City of Santa Barbara
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Counseling Santa Barbara California
Therapist Goleta, Summerland, Carpinteria, Oak View, Ventura, Lake Casitas
The culture in Santa Barbara consists of performing arts and many tourist attractions. The performing arts in the city include the Arlington Theatre, which is the largest indoor performance venue in the area. The Lobero Theatre is one of the oldest venues and is one of the favorites for smaller performances. For those that enjoy the outdoors, the Santa Barbara Bowl is an outdoor amphitheater that is set up against the canyon, giving it a picturesque view.1 There is also a symphony orchestra for classical music lovers. Some of the city's other tourist attractions include the beaches and architecture, such as the Mission Santa Barbara. This is a historic landmark that is still an active place of worship and a sightseeing stop. The Spanish military installation that was built in 1782 is a depiction of the roots of Santa Barbara. The annual Fiesta held in August is the city's way of recognizing their roots and educating others on their rich heritage.
Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Santa Barbara
The homeless population in Santa Barbara includes many couples and families. In fact, a disproportionate number of displaced people in Santa Barbara are families. A single mother heads the majority of homeless families, but not having a place to live impacts people of all ages, from children to the elderly, and cuts across racial and ethnic boundaries. Fortunately, the city and county of Santa Barbara have initiated efforts to improve services individuals and families without a home.2
The Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Greater Santa Barbara is a non-profit organization that offers comprehensive support services for families in need, regardless of their religious or cultural heritage. JFS provides eldercare assistance, and will see to it that your loved one lives in a least-restrictive environment that is safe and caring. For families who have recently adopted a child, JFS provides support services and educational classes to help transition the new child into the family. For additional information about JFS' programs, call 805-957-1115.3
Family Services and Assistance Programs
Since the late 1800s, families in Santa Barbara have been able to turn to the Family Service Agency (FSA) when in times of need. FSA helps low-income families obtain food, shelter, clothing, and a host of other necessities. As a partner with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, FSA pairs at-risk youth with adult mentors who help the children stay on a positive path. Tens of thousands of county residents receive services from FSA each year, making it one of the primary family support organizations in the county. To obtain more information about FSA, call 805-965-1001.4
References
1. Wikipedia. (2017). Santa Barbara Bowl. Retrieved from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Barbara_Bowl.2. Santa Barbara Street Medicine. (2017). 2013 Vulnerability Index Survey Results for Santa Barbara County. Retrieved from http://santabarbarastreetmedicine.org/2013-vi-survey-results/.
3. Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara. (2009). Jewish Family Service. Retrieved from http://www.jewishsantabarbara.org/ClinicalServices.aspx.
4. Family Service Agency. (2016). Home - Family Service Agency. Retrieved from http://fsacares.org/.
Santa Barbara is located in Santa Barbara County, California. It has a land area of 19.48 square miles and a water area of 22.50 square miles. The population of Santa Barbara is 91,842 people with 34,973 households and a median annual income of $66,107. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Santa Barbara, CA
Generally Affordable
Therapists in Santa Barbara are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Santa Barbara public health department.