Business Details
Compassionate Therapy & Counseling Services in Santa Barbara
Creative Counseling & Consulting has been dedicated to transforming lives through innovative therapeutic approaches for over 25 years. Founded by Lisa Conn-Akoni, a seasoned Marriage & Family Therapist, our practice specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy with a focus on trauma-informed care, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. Our non-traditional methodology emphasizes present-moment awareness, empowering clients to break free from past limitations while fostering resilience and self-acceptance. We combine clinical expertise with compassionate guidance, offering both in-person and online therapy options to accommodate diverse client needs.Our commitment to professional excellence is demonstrated through extensive experience in clinical supervision, program development, and specialized training in DBT and trauma-focused interventions. We maintain transparency in all therapeutic processes, prioritizing genuine connections over clinical jargon to create meaningful, lasting change. Our practice stands on the principle that vulnerability is strength, and that true growth emerges when individuals feel safely seen and understood without judgment.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Online Therapy
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Specialized training in trauma-informed care and DBT
- Offers flexible online therapy options
- Non-traditional, research-based therapeutic approach
- Experienced clinical supervisor for licensed professionals
Associations and certifications
- Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT)
- LPCC Clinical Supervision
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions focus on helping clients understand their thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns. Through personalized treatment plans, we address personal growth challenges, trauma recovery, and mental health concerns using a non-traditional approach that emphasizes present-moment awareness. Clients develop practical tools for self-discovery and lasting change while working collaboratively with experienced therapists.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling addresses relationship challenges including communication breakdowns, infidelity, and emotional distance. Our evidence-based approach helps partners rebuild trust, improve intimacy, and develop healthier conflict resolution patterns. Sessions focus on creating mutual understanding while respecting individual needs, with options for both joint and individual sessions to support relationship growth.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions address intergenerational dynamics, parenting challenges, and relationship conflicts within family systems. We help families navigate transitions like divorce, remarriage, and teen behavioral issues using a strengths-based approach. Our sessions focus on improving communication patterns, resolving conflicts constructively, and strengthening family bonds through collaborative problem-solving.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision provides professional development for mental health practitioners through structured guidance and support. Our program focuses on adolescent therapy, trauma treatment, and DBT implementation while addressing counter-transference dynamics. Supervisees gain practical skills through case consultation, ethical guidance, and professional growth planning in a supportive learning environment.
Online Therapy
Online therapy offers flexible access to mental health services through secure video conferencing. This option accommodates clients seeking individual, couples, or family therapy with scheduling flexibility. Our virtual platform maintains therapeutic effectiveness while removing geographical barriers, making quality mental health care accessible to clients beyond our local service area.
People
Lisa Conn-Akoni
Marriage & Family Therapist
Lisa Conn-Akoni is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, program development, and professional supervision. Specializing in trauma recovery and relationship counseling, she combines evidence-based techniques with a non-traditional therapeutic approach. Her expertise includes adolescent therapy, DBT, and forensic consultation.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, and specialized trauma recovery programs using evidence-based, non-traditional therapeutic approaches.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we offer secure online therapy options for individual, couples, and family counseling sessions to accommodate remote clients.
How experienced are your therapists?
Our lead therapist has over 25 years of clinical experience with specialized training in trauma-informed care, DBT, and adolescent therapy.
What makes your approach different?
We use a non-traditional, present-focused approach emphasizing practical solutions over prolonged analysis, combining clinical expertise with genuine human connection.
How do I start therapy services?
Contact us for a free 15-minute consultation to determine if our therapeutic approach matches your needs and goals.
