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Therapists in Santa Barbara, California

16 licensed therapists

Updated

Find the right therapist in Santa Barbara, California with our directory of 16 licensed mental health professionals. Filter by insurance coverage, language, telehealth availability, and session fees to find the perfect match.

Photo of Alexandria Ayres, LMFT - therapist in Santa Barbara, CA

Alexandria Ayres

LMFT

Santa Barbara, CA

I have been licensed in California for 1 year and have 8 years of working experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clients facing a wide range ...

Anxiety Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes +3
Waitlist 8+ yrs

Therapy Market in Santa Barbara, CA

Based on 15 therapist profiles in the Santa Barbara area

$192

Avg Session Fee

↑ $13 vs CA avg

89%

Accept Insurance

↑ 8% vs CA avg

17 yrs

Avg Experience

↑ 3 yrs vs CA avg

15

Therapists in Area

Session Fee Breakdown

Lowest Fee $150
Median Fee $200
Average Fee $192
Highest Fee $250
$150 $250

Median: $200/session

Santa Barbara vs California Average

Average Session Fee
Santa Barbara $192
CA Average $179
Insurance Acceptance Rate
Santa Barbara 89%
CA Average 81%
Average Experience
Santa Barbara 17 yrs
CA Average 14 yrs

Top Insurance Providers in Santa Barbara

1 Aetna
2 Anthem
3 Optum

Most Sought Specialties in Santa Barbara

Market data sourced from public therapist profiles in the Santa Barbara area. Actual fees and availability may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Santa Barbara, CA

How many therapists are in Santa Barbara, CA?

Our directory lists 16 licensed therapists in Santa Barbara. Across the broader Santa Barbara area, there are approximately 15 mental health professionals based on public profile data.

How much does therapy cost in Santa Barbara?

The average therapy session in Santa Barbara costs $192, with fees ranging from $150 to $250. The median fee is $200 per session. This is $13 above the California state average of $179. Many therapists also offer sliding scale fees.

What insurance do therapists in Santa Barbara accept?

About 89% of therapists in Santa Barbara accept insurance. Based on market data, the top insurance providers in Santa Barbara are Aetna, Anthem, Optum. Use the insurance filter above to find therapists who accept your plan.

Can I do online therapy with a Santa Barbara therapist?

Yes. 16 therapists in our Santa Barbara directory offer telehealth/online sessions. This means you can connect with a local provider virtually without traveling to an office. Toggle the "Telehealth Available" filter to see these providers.

What specialties are available in Santa Barbara?

The most common therapy specialties in Santa Barbara include Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD, Depression, Life Transitions. You can browse our full specialty directory to find therapists matching your specific needs.

How does therapy in Santa Barbara compare to the rest of California?

Compared to the California average, Santa Barbara therapists charge more per session ($192 vs $179 statewide). The insurance acceptance rate in Santa Barbara is 89% compared to 81% statewide, and local therapists average 17 years of experience versus 14 years across the state.

How experienced are therapists in Santa Barbara?

Therapists in Santa Barbara have an average of 17 years of clinical experience, on par with or above the California state average of 14 years. This means most local providers have significant training and practice across a range of mental health issues.