Business Details
Personalized Mental Health Therapy in Santa Barbara
Botaitis Therapy Group is a boutique therapy practice dedicated to providing personalized mental health care tailored to individual needs. Our team of licensed therapists brings diverse clinical expertise and specialized approaches to support clients across life stages. With in-person sessions in Santa Barbara and secure online therapy throughout California, we create safe spaces for growth and healing. Our collaborative, client-centered methodology emphasizes relational cultural theory and trauma-informed care to help individuals and families navigate challenges. We maintain strict professional standards through state licensing boards while offering flexible access options.Our clinicians combine decades of experience with ongoing professional development to deliver evidence-based treatments. We prioritize creating authentic connections and empowering clients to achieve meaningful progress through customized therapeutic strategies. Our practice fosters inclusivity and accepts clients of all identities, backgrounds, and relationship structures. We operate with transparency in our processes and maintain clear communication throughout the therapeutic journey. By focusing on both immediate concerns and long-term resilience-building, we help clients develop practical tools for lasting personal growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Counseling
Couples Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Online Therapy
Teen Counseling
Somatic Therapy
Relationship Counseling
Highlights and features
- We use relational cultural theory to build authentic therapeutic connections
- Our clinicians hold dual licenses in Marriage & Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling
- We offer HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions statewide
- Our team combines 20+ years of clinical supervision experience
- We maintain inclusive, judgment-free therapy spaces for all identities
What people say
Personalized care
Specialized expertise
Quality therapists
Services
Individual Therapy
Private therapy sessions for adults addressing mental health challenges and personal growth. Our clinicians create safe spaces for exploring concerns while building coping tools. Treatment plans adapt to evolving needs through evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT. Sessions help develop self-awareness and implement sustainable life changes.
Family Counseling
Guided sessions to improve family communication and resolve conflicts. We address relationship dynamics, parenting challenges, and transitional life events. Therapists help establish healthy boundaries while strengthening family connections. Approach combines systemic perspectives with practical conflict resolution strategies.
Trauma-Informed Care
Specialized therapy for trauma survivors and PTSD symptoms. Safe processing of difficult experiences builds emotional resilience. Techniques include somatic regulation and cognitive restructuring. Treatment focuses on restoring agency while managing distressing memories and triggers.
Online Therapy
Secure video sessions available statewide for convenience and accessibility. HIPAA-compliant platform maintains confidentiality while expanding service reach. Virtual format suits clients seeking specialized care regardless of location. Maintains same quality standards as in-person sessions.
Relationship Counseling
Support for romantic partnerships navigating challenges at any relationship stage. Focus on improving communication patterns and establishing healthy boundaries. Pre-marital counseling prepares couples for long-term commitments. Approach addresses power dynamics and conflict resolution strategies.
People
Nicole A. Botaitis
Founding Therapist
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 20 years experience. Specializes in creating safe therapeutic spaces while implementing solution-focused approaches. Holds clinical training faculty positions and maintains active professional memberships.
Christina Fornecker
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
AMFT #145113 specializing in adult and couples therapy. Expertise in ethical non-monogamy, LGBTQ+ affirming care, and trauma recovery. Combines relational cultural theory with client-centered approaches to foster self-acceptance and relationship growth.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We integrate relational cultural theory, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT. Our clinicians tailor approaches to individual needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as out-of-network providers and provide documentation for potential reimbursement. Check with your insurance carrier for specific benefits.
Are sessions confidential?
We maintain strict confidentiality with HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions and secure in-person environments. Legal exceptions apply as required by law.
How do I find the right therapist?
Take our online quiz or schedule a free consultation. We'll help match you with a therapist based on your specific needs and preferences.
What ages do you treat?
We offer services for teens (13+) and adults of all ages. Specialized approaches address developmental needs across the lifespan.
Can I switch therapists if needed?
We prioritize finding the right fit. If your needs aren't being met, we'll help transition you to a different clinician at any time.
Reviews (1)
Emily Perez
Jan 05, 2022
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Speaking to Nicole is like talking to an old friend of mine. I feel like she is so intuitive and has the gift of making the conversation flow naturally. I am able to speak embarrassing topics and she accepts it with a warm hug, making conversations with her even more special. She has so much experience in the psychology field that when I feel like my world is crashing, she reminds me I am not alone and my thoughts are normal. Thanks Nicole!!
