Now Accepting CenCal and UC SHIP Insurance for Therapy in Santa Barbara County
Our practice provides specialized, trauma-informed therapy in Santa Barbara County for individuals seeking focused, evidence-based care. We work with both private pay clients and select insurance plans, depending on each person’s needs and preferences.
We currently accept CenCal and UC SHIP insurance, expanding coverage options for clients seeking EMDR therapy and Brainspotting therapy in Santa Barbara — modalities that can be difficult to find within insurance networks locally.
At this time, CenCal and UC SHIP are the primary insurance plans we accept. Most other services are provided on a private pay basis. Care remains individualized and clinician-directed for every client, regardless of payment method.
Specialized Trauma Therapy — With More Coverage Options
Many effective trauma and nervous-system-focused therapies are often associated with private pay practices. By participating as a CenCal therapy provider and UC SHIP therapist, we are able to extend access to specialized treatment while maintaining the same clinical standards and treatment approach.
Services include:
EMDR therapy in Santa Barbara
Brainspotting therapy in Santa Barbara
Trauma-focused individual therapy
Somatic and nervous-system-informed interventions
Structured, goal-oriented treatment planning
Treatment approach is based on clinical fit and client goals — not a one-size-fits-all model.
Supporting Access for Students and Medi-Cal Members
CenCal (a Medi-Cal plan) and UC SHIP coverage allow us to work with Santa Barbara County residents and UC students who might otherwise face financial barriers to specialized therapy. Including these plans is part of a deliberate access model designed to widen coverage options while keeping services clinically focused and sustainable.
Clients receive the same level of specialization, structure, and individualized treatment planning across payment types.
Quality of Care Is the Same Across Payment Types
Whether you use CenCal, UC SHIP, or private pay:
Therapy is tailored to your goals and history
Modality selection is clinically driven
Sessions follow the same standards of care
Treatment planning remains individualized
Insurance affects billing and documentation requirements — not the depth or quality of the therapeutic work.
Private Pay Options Remain Available
We continue to offer private pay therapy in Santa Barbara County for clients who prefer expanded scheduling flexibility, out-of-network options, or insurance-free care. Some clients choose private pay for increased privacy, scheduling control, or extended-format sessions.
Both pathways remain available, and we help clients choose the option that best fits their needs.
A Balanced, Sustainable Access Model
Participating in CenCal and UC SHIP is part of a balanced practice model — one that supports broader community and student access while maintaining sustainable operations and high clinical standards. This allows us to continue offering specialized trauma therapy in Santa Barbara while responsibly serving a wider range of clients.
Areas We Serve
We provide therapy in Santa Barbara County, including Santa Barbara, Goleta, Isla Vista, Carpinteria, Lompoc, and surrounding communities, through in-person and telehealth appointments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept CenCal for therapy in Santa Barbara County?
Yes. We are a CenCal therapy provider and offer specialized trauma therapy modalities, including EMDR and Brainspotting when clinically appropriate.
Do you accept UC SHIP insurance?
Yes. We work with UC SHIP plans for eligible UC students seeking therapy.
Do you accept other insurance plans?
At this time, we primarily accept CenCal and UC SHIP. Most other services are offered on a private pay basis.
Can I receive EMDR or Brainspotting using insurance?
Yes. When clinically appropriate, EMDR and Brainspotting may be incorporated into treatment for clients using CenCal, UC SHIP, or private pay.
Do you accept insurance for couples therapy?
No. Insurance plans generally do not cover couples therapy and require one identified patient with a diagnosable mental health condition. Because of this structure, couples therapy is offered on a private pay basis only.