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LGBT therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara's LGBTQIA community deserves mental health support from providers who truly understand. Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with 2,457 empowering, solution-oriented providers who create nonjudgmental spaces for exploring identity, with many appointments available within days.
“I strive to develop an authentic relationship with my clients, as that has been shown to be most important factor for achieving lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In sessions, I combine emotional insight with practical skill-building so therapy feels both supportive and useful.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm warm, collaborative, and not a "blank-slate therapist." I bring my whole authentic self in the hopes that you will too.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I've dedicated my practice to supporting those who may have struggled to find providers comfortable with their complexity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“When we work together, you'll never wonder why I'm recommending a particular medication or what to expect from your treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I'm a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) with a passion to help people heal on a mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual level.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“At the core of my practice is authentic partnership, showing up for every client with genuine warmth, deep respect, and real interest in who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Latiné LCSW with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
I am Gina Feletar, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of nursing experience, and a dedicated companion on your journey toward well-being. I am serving clients in both Arizona and California.
Healing begins when we see the whole person, not just the symptoms. My practice blends evidence-based care with a holistic perspective, creating space for healing that also honors your uniqueness. Beyond managing mental health conditions, my mission is to help you reclaim your strength, and rediscover hope rooted in wellness and purpose.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I offer options instead of instructions, walking you through my suggestions and the reasoning behind them while respecting your right to choose.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I’ll be honest about your options, what each might help with, and the risks involved, and you can ask me anything.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I care deeply about my clients and will be an active participant in helping you to create desired change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“During our first session, we will complete an assessment which involves a lot of personal questions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is empathic, candid, and direct. I listen intently, but I also ask questions, I explore, I provide real, authentic feedback, and I use humor...I love to laugh!”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“The goal is to eventually terminate therapy because you've reached your goals or feel capable of achieving them on your own.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hi, I’m Angelina, a licensed marriage and family therapist and art therapy clinician in California and Hawaii. Life can feel heavy, confusing, or just plain exhausting, and you don’t have to sort through it alone. My goal is to offer a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as you grow.
My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and centered on what you need. I use EMDR and mindfulness to help you work through painful experiences and calm your nervous system. I also use creative, expressive tools when words feel hard to find. Together, we’ll build practical coping skills that fit your real life.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on creating a safe and trusting environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe in guiding individuals towards their authentic selves and empowering them to live fulfilling lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am Latina, first-generation, a mother of daughters, a doctoral candidate in depth psychology, and someone living with ADHD.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
“Treatment focus is client centered and inclusive of cultural considerations as we navigate Cognitive Behavioral techniques...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I tailor treatment to the client's specific and unique needs, working toward goals set by the client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I aim to work with sensitivity and compassion to help clients build on their strengths, overcome self-defeating patterns, and identify and achieve life goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My style is grounded, warm, and collaborative. I'll meet you where you are, take what you bring seriously, and help you see what's working, what's not, and what you actually want from here.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I practice Lacanian psychoanalysis, and I am currently a Candidate Psychoanalyst at the Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis in Berkeley, CA.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I approach all my therapeutic relationships with openness and curiosity. I am empathic and patient...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on actually helping you feel better, not just talk about it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe every person deserves skilled, caring support that honors their background, culture, and unique circumstances.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I deliberately do things differently, creating an environment where you’re an equal collaborator rather than someone handed a set of instructions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I focus on listening, asking thoughtful questions, and paying attention to what's actually going on in their world.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Setbacks are a natural part of change, and each one offers clues about what works and what to try next.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach to providing care is client-centered and holistic. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique needs and create personalized treatment plans.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a calm, collaborative space where you feel seen, respected, and empowered to move forward at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I'm Sherri Crespin, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in complex mental health conditions in adults.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Our first appointment focuses on getting to know you and building a solid foundation for the work ahead.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“During our first session I will ask you some questions to get a better understanding of what you are looking for from therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe mental health care should feel supportive, collaborative, and grounded in each person's lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Before earning my Masters in Counseling, I earned a PhD in social and personality psychology. This background deeply informs how I show up as a therapist. I help clients address unresolved trauma and grief, anxiety and OCD, address relationship issues, as well as "problems of everyday living." My style is active, engaged, and practical.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Three commitments shape the psychiatric care I provide: working as a team, leading with kindness, and relying on proven medicine.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans focused on your goals, well-being, and long-term mental health.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Santa Barbara, CA
Number of therapists serving Santa Barbara, CA
2,450+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 77%Cigna
- 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 15%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%French
- 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 73%Woman
- 24%Man
- 3%Non-binary
License types
- 44%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 11%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 98%Individual therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
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