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Top family therapists in Santa Maria, CA

Headway connects Santa Maria families with 3,354 licensed therapists who specialize in family dynamics, parent-child relationships, and communication. Whether navigating parenting challenges, teen isolation, or family conflict, our providers offer evidence-based approaches like Attachment-Based Family Therapy and Gottman Method couples work. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage to support your family's wellbeing.

Veronika Hoover

Veronika Hoover

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I draw from alternative and complementary sources to inform my therapeutic approach and integrate mind, body, spirit, and environment/nature connection into our sessions.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Fizura Barker

Fizura Barker

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Sometimes the hardest part isn't the struggle itself. It's finding someone who will actually understand the world you're living in. I'm Pia, a psychotherapist with many years of experience working with adults and seniors through anxiety, trauma, grief, identity questions, relationship strain, and major life transitions. I work with individuals and couples from a wide range of backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ communities, new and expecting mothers, and people from diverse cultural and ethnic origins who have sometimes found mainstream therapy less than welcoming. I listen closely, and I work hard to make sure you feel genuinely seen from the very first session.

Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriana Garcia

Adriana Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) foundation while integrating relational, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Ramon, CA


“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Pinkal Shah

Pinkal Shah

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daniel Powell

Daniel Powell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a kind, warm, compassionate, and experienced therapist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lori Reeves

Lori Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • San Clemente, CA


“I organically weave brain spotting, EFT, meditation, guided imagery, expressive arts therapy, sand tray and neuro-feedback into my therapy sessions.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Claudette De Carbonel

Dr. Claudette De Carbonel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“It is my goal to demystify the process for you and give you an understanding of what works and how you can accomplish your goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lori Salinas

Lori Salinas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Systems - Solution focused therapist. I use Psych-Ed along with providing tools for your tool box.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julio Garibay

Julio Garibay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring in a bicultural perspective in therapy that invites me to be culturally attuned and address the rooted issues related to our mental health struggles.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Estela Posternak

Estela Posternak

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Awareness of thoughts and feelings, understanding the difference between acting, reacting or letting go, coping skills to manage situation in daily living.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Highfill

Pamela Highfill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in helping clients recognize their strengths while creating a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space for growth.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sheryl Diane Snow

Sheryl Diane Snow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a warm, caring, and intuitive therapist who creates a safe space for clients to feel heard and supported.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Tomblin

Courtney Tomblin

Therapist

Virtual • Diamond Springs, CA


I have a passion for helping individuals heal from trauma and navigate changes in their life. I have extensive training in trauma informed modalities, and have had excellent outcomes.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tarra Benoist

Tarra Benoist

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who offers a compassionate space for you to slow down, process, and reconnect to yourself and the ones you care about.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kianna Romero

Kianna Romero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I recognize that past experiences can affect how we see ourselves, relate to others, and navigate everyday life.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrew Le

Andrew Le

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is not just about reducing symptoms—it's about understanding the deeper patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate to the world around you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrea Bollweg

Andrea Bollweg

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome I am Andrea Bollweg. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist that is dedicated to helping children, teens, young adults, and mother’s navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and support.

I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and have received training in working with children, adolescents, individuals, and mothers with ADHD.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amada Adame

Amada Adame

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is integrative, combining a strengths-based approach along with trauma informed therapies.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Ben-Yashar

Scott Ben-Yashar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, practical, and compassionate. I believe therapy should be both a place of deep exploration and a space for real-world skill building.”
Family issues, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Suzan Al-Hakeem

Suzan Al-Hakeem

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is a process of trust and communication; To collaborate in gaining a better understanding of the core issues...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anahita Shahbazi

Anahita Shahbazi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My path to this work started with my own mental health journey. I know what it feels like to struggle from the inside—and I know how life-changing the right support can be.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Olivia De Pauw

Olivia De Pauw

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, understood, and accepted for who they are.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chula Tran

Chula Tran

Therapist

Virtual • Fountain Valley, CA


I am dedicated to helping teens struggling with trauma and self-harm behavior. My experience working with Orange Unified School District, running groups from grade 6-12 for students struggling with emotional and behavioral problems has given me unique insight into not only helping teens, but also working with the families, schools, and community to provide more effective treatment. I have partnered with Western Youth Services in helping at risk teens and low income families in helping adolescents to overcome academic barriers and families cope with serious defiance and drug use.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
William Dexter

William Dexter

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is William Dexter I am a LMFT licensed marriage family therapist. I am devoted to the health, well-being, and safety of clients and have lived a clean and sober lifestyle for over thirty years. My approach to therapy is to focus on relationships with yourself, with others, and with your Higher Power or GOD as you understand him. I believe the problem is not knowing who you are, and the solution is finding out who you are.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amy Barnet

Amy Barnet

Therapist

Virtual • Redondo Beach, CA


“I believe that all clients have the ability to change with guidance and unconditional empathic support.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bonnie Blackman

Bonnie Blackman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you feeling stuck, fearful, hopeless, or uncomfortable with yourself or your relationships? Pain is unavoidable, but I can help you carry that burden as we work towards solutions together.

I am Dr. Bonnie Blackman, PhD, MA in Psychology, and a licensed therapist. For over 30 years, I work with both children and adults. My aim is to create a non-judgmental, supportive space as we navigate your concerns and fears to find safe, secure, and comfortable solutions.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Jacob Kavanaugh

William Jacob Kavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My presence is warm and grounded, and my approach focuses on helping you make sense of your feelings and create a life that you feel good about.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Bulchis

Laura Bulchis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My client-centered approach pulls from somatic therapy, attachment theory, relationship/behavior coaching, and trauma reprocessing.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Scott Nelson

Dr. Scott Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been a therapist for 52 years. Due to a long history with many types of people in many settings, I am able to work with a wide array of people. I am well known for my capacity to listen, my warmth, and my ability to connect. Gentle humor is an important part of my work and personality.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Sanchez

Christina Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a Psychodynamic approach, where it's about unpacking the layers and gaining more self awareness...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jeehye Kim

Jeehye Kim

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you are feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or caught between various obligations, you are not alone. I offer my clients with support to navigate their way through life challenges.

My focusI specialize in working with adults and families that need assistance in navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD symptoms, and relationship stress. My focus is on assessing how clients' circumstances stem from various life challenges- especially immigration and intergenerational experiences.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Paul Mundt

Paul Mundt

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“Often the reasons clients enter therapy is due to unresolved emotional pain. The depression and anxiety we express are symptoms of this buried pain.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Noah Hass-Cohen

Dr. Noah Hass-Cohen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a psychologist and professor who uses research supported positive psychology, solution focused and creative arts therapies psychotherapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jose Hernandez

Jose Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a naturally curious, growth-oriented human who believes healing happens when insight meets action. I love helping people zoom out to see the bigger picture of their lives—while also gently zooming in on the patterns, habits, and beliefs that shape their everyday experience.

I’m drawn to the intersection of self-awareness and real-world momentum. Therapy with me is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded. We can explore the deep stuff—identity, relationships, purpose, transitions—while also building practical tools you can actually use on a Tuesday afternoon when life is lifing.

I value emotional honesty, nervous system regulation, and sustainable growth over quick fixes. I believe you’re not broken—you’re adaptive. Together, we figure out what’s working, what’s outdated, and how to move forward in a way that feels aligned, empowered, and authentically you.

Expect warmth, insight, humor when it fits, and a space where all parts of you are welcome. Healing doesn’t have to be clinical and cold—it can be connected, intentional, and even a little energizing.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helen Crew

Helen Crew

Therapist

Virtual • California


Becoming a mother changes everything — your body, your identity, your relationships, your sense of self. But even before motherhood, life has a way of piling on. Maybe you’re a college student juggling everything at once, a working woman with too many open tabs and not enough hours, or a mom running on empty wondering when it became this hard. Whether you’re navigating postpartum anxiety, pregnancy loss, burnout, life transitions, or just that feeling that you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way — you deserve more than just getting through the day. This space is for you!

Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Catherine Mammana

Catherine Mammana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Since we are all made for relationship, I hope that by gaining your trust, you will find a safe space where you can express your thoughts and emotions without judgment...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Stedeford

Chris Stedeford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy from a client centered/Humanistic perspective. I like to join my clients "where they are at" in any given phase or season of their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ermelinda Garza

Ermelinda Garza

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello,

I’m Ermelinda, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, children, and adolescents. Do you feel stuck, tired, and not being able to function in your daily life? Are you struggling to balance work, relationships, and life? Many times, we experience loss, grief, anxiety, stress, and depression. I look forward to helping you in your journey to healing. Life is hard and sometimes all you need is just a push.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeraleen Peterson

Jeraleen Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As my client you can expect to have the respect and support you need to help you find clarity-develop self-acceptance-gain inner strength...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our family therapists in Santa Maria, CA

Number of therapists serving Santa Maria, CA
There are over 3,331 therapists in Santa Maria, CA accepting new patients.
3,331+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 87%Relationship issues
  • 85%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Cigna
  • 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 73%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 19%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Couples therapy
  • 28%Child or adolescent therapy

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