“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change” -Carl R. Rogers
Ana C Leyva, LMFT
Santa Barbara Therapist specializing in trauma, attachment, EMDR, and family systems
I believe at any given moment, we are each doing the best we can with our current or perceived reality. It is for this reason that I feel honored to work with people on this level. We may be a great fit if you are looking to understand your internal and external world better, or if you are looking to heal new or old trauma in a supportive environment. I love helping people get to a place where they feel grounded and empowered in their world.
Though I am systems and somatic-oriented at heart, my approach is collaborative based on specific needs in order to help clients grow their relationship to Self and to others, enriching their lives emotionally and mentally. I am also trained in Attachment-Focused EMDR and find this work to be immensely helpful when working on trauma and attachment wounds.
I am native Santa Barbara therapist who is grateful to continue to call this community home. I am passionate about trauma-informed healing in an environment that provides a balance of playfulness and deeper work. In my office you will find genuine curiosity and warm empathy. I look forward to connecting and working with you!
Therapy Services
Individual
Individual therapy is a one-on-one therapeutic process that provides a safe and confidential environment to address personal challenges, gain insight, and develop coping strategies. Through our work clients may experience increased self-compassion, enhanced self-awareness, and the ability to navigate difficult life situations. Clients can also learn practical skills to improve issues with anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, ultimately fostering personal growth and well-being.
Cost is $220 for 50 minute sessions. Sliding scale may be available. I can provide a super-bill for any insurance carrier.
Couples/Families
AF-EMDR can be a powerful tool for healing single-incident trauma, attachment wounds, or to challenge unhelpful or negative beliefs. Sessions are 80 minutes and cost is $350 for an 80 minute session. Many clients process quickly and I offer 50-60 minute sessions for $220 in these cases. Sliding scale may be available. I can provide a super-bill for any insurance carrier.
Attachment-Focused EMDR
Couple’s and Family therapy can assist with exploring the dynamics that connect and disconnect us from our loved ones. With couples and families, we explore the roles we play in creating closeness or distance, and with empathy assist in healing our activated selves in order to cultivate more fulfilling relationships. In our work we might explore communication, trust, self-regulation, affection, and empathy.
Cost is $220 for 50 minute sessions and $350 for 80 minute sessions. Sliding scale may be available. I can provide a super-bill for any insurance carrier.