We help you create a happy home, healthier relationships & a more satisfying life
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Therapy that focuses on helping you find solutions to life's stressors
Are you tired of feeling misunderstood by your partner? Of making the same mistakes over and over?
Or just getting through the day but not enjoying your life?
Do you want to make your home a place of refuge? Do you want better for yourself?
For your kids?
Our team of Gottman trained therapists will use evidenced based practices in supporting you to learn the tools to create a home that feels appreciative, peaceful, and connected. Life is full of transitions, which can sometimes be a bit bumpy. It helps to have an expert supporting and guiding you.
Compassionate, practical and research based support for you.
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Gottman Couples Counseling
Pregnancy, Postpartum & Infertility
Addictions &
Sober Curious
We Support with:
According to the Gottman research 69% of couples' problems are perpetual which means our goal is not to eliminate conflict but to teach you the skills to have conflict that fosters connection, understanding, and support of one another.
You may feel overwhelmed, alone, and anxious. We will provide a judgment free zone for you to show up exactly as you are, and we will share our training with you so that you can focus on feeling joy throughout that extra long day & night (because let's be real, they often blend together).
You may feel crazy, trying to explain what's happening in a logical way just isn't working. We will help you develop a clearer understanding of what role you want substances to have in your life, how to set boundaries, and how to trust again.
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Located in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA, our therapy practice offers a flexible, supportive approach tailored to your life’s demands. Often when first reaching out you might be feeling anxious, stressed, trapped, disconnected, and lost. You are so busy there's no time to reflect or don't have the tools to "fix it" . We typically begin with weekly sessions to help you build confidence in new skills, transitioning to bi-weekly and then monthly appointments. At this point in our work you’ll feel there is a restoration of peace, contentment, happiness, understanding, support, connectedness and empowerment. Although still busy you will often find more joy in the mundane or everyday life tasks. You will set the example of a happy home people want to come to. We offer both in-person sessions for local clients and virtual appointments statewide, giving you the freedom to choose what fits best.
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Your Wellbeing is Our Priority.
Because we do not accept insurance, we spend less time on paperwork and more time on what truly matters: you. This approach allows us to dedicate our time and energy to every client, ensuring that your journey in therapy is unhurried and fully tailored to your needs. We can provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement according to your out of network coverage.
In-Person & Virtual Care.
Our cozy, softly-lit office is designed to be a haven of comfort. From the moment you walk in, you’ll feel at ease with welcoming touches like water, tea, or coffee to enjoy as we begin your session. Whether you join us in person or virtually, our goal is to provide a space that feels peaceful, calming, and free of intimidation, so you can open up and receive the support you deserve.
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Testimonials
"Lauren was attentive and truly cared. She really understood what I was going through during postpartum and gave me tools to cope with my situation. To this day, I still use strategies she suggested. My overall quality of life improved after receiving perspective from her"
Testimonials
"I started working with Lauren when I found out I was pregnant with my second child. I had previously dealt with PPD after the birth of my first child, so I wanted to make sure I was taking steps to help me through my second pregnancy and birth. Lauren was amazing! She listened to me, and I really felt like she cared about me as a person, as well as a client. I trusted her as I was able to open up to her about a lot of grief and loss I had experienced in my past. I will always be grateful to Lauren for everything she did for me!"
Testimonials
"I was very nervous to start therapy again when I met Lauren, and she helped me to understand the importance of working through and talking about my past traumas
and situations"
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"I felt truly seen and able to let my true self out. I always felt like the conclusions I came to were things I knew deep down. She asked the perfect questions instead of telling me what or how I feel. Since therapy, I listen to my intuition more and embrace the challenges of life. I see myself as a growing person on a journey and I recognize the work I’ve put in to heal with her help"
You deserve to feel your best.
Give yourself the gift of healing and
dedicated time.
