Parkford Counseling Group
Our private practice has expanded to include skilled AMFT associate therapists working under my supervision in our office on Mission Street in Santa Barbara as well over Telehealth. The associates are working in private practice as they complete their 3,000 hours towards licensure, and come highly recommended. They all have diverse trainings and specialties including couples counseling, parenting, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression and more. These associates can be reached with the contact information under their profiles.
Elizabeth Schwyzer
MA, AMFT
Being human can be wild, messy, beautiful, and painful. Whatever has brought you to therapy, it has taken courage and belief in yourself to arrive here. I honor your commitment to your own healing and growth.
I bring warmth, authenticity, curiosity, and a dose of humor to this work. Successful therapy depends on a trusting relationship. I will work to earn your trust, and I welcome feedback about your experience in therapy.
My clinical experience with adults and adolescents includes work with anxiety, depression, sexuality, relationship issues, grief, and life transitions. I bring lived experience to mid-life issues, divorce, and parenting.
My approach is integrative, drawing on existential and humanistic traditions. As a therapist trained in integrated somatic psychotherapy, I will often ask you to reflect on your present moment experience, and to notice reactions in your body. I also draw on my background in writing and the arts to help my clients access deeper levels of experience.
I believe in the human capacity to learn, grow, and heal, and I carry deep admiration for anyone who embarks on this journey.
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist 144885
Contact: (805) 252-0038 Elizabeththerapysb@gmail.com
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Christina Ketcham
MA, AMFT, APCC
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I'm here to help you process difficult issues, reconnect with yourself, and figure out what's next! I work with adults in areas such as navigating life changes, late diagnosed neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and parenting struggles.
I know you have an important story to tell and a unique set of needs. I do my best to offer a neurodiverse-affirming space where you can take a break from outside pressures and get to know your authentic self.
I have over 5 years’ experience and training in somatic work, which I blend with humanistic therapy models. You will likely find that therapy with me is responsive to your needs and might include anything from traditional talk therapy to using arts, crafts, or movement to help you work through a problem.
This is your healing journey, but that doesn't mean you have to do it on your own. Together we can explore your concerns, build on your strengths, and find ways to make meaningful changes!
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #146488
APCC#16454
Contact:
(805)395-9542 Christina@mcktherapist.com
Mia Mickey
MA, AMFT, RN
Hi, and welcome to my practice!
I specialize in couples and utilize my training in Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy (RLT) to help disrupt unhealthy patterns and build authentic connection. This work is relational, and works in direct active ways to increase accountability through honesty, deep personal work, and relational skills to make lasting changes.
My work as an Emergency Room trauma nurse for the past decade has given me extensive experience in sitting with widely diverse populations through challenging moments. I provide a secure, trauma-informed, multiculturally aware environment. I am highly informed by depth psychology, psychodynamic work, ecopsychology, and I work with my clients to tailor their sessions for what they need.
In addition to working with couples, I work with adults, teens, as well as families. As I am interested in working with people from all walks of life, I am particularly drawn to adolescence, first responders, medical professionals, those who have suffered from medical trauma, and those navigating parenthood.
If you think we may be a good fit- please feel free to reach out for a phone consultation with me.
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #163423
Contact: (805)395-9542 mia.mickey.therapy@gmail.com