The Santa Barbara County Education Office provides a wide range of programs for youth ages 0-22, including special education, college and career readiness, programs for youth at-promise, instruction in juvenile detention facilities, and child development. Our office also provides services to the 20 school districts within the county’s boundaries.
Search our database of over 120 licensed psychologists. Results can be filtered by insurance, style of treatment, and areas treated.
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics is a Federally Qualified Health Center with 8 locations in South Santa Barbara County from the Eastside of Santa Barbara to Isla Vista. Services available are Primary Medical/Dental Healthcare, Behavioral Health including Substance Use Disorder Treatment, with Medically Assisted Treatment and Confidential Family Planning and Reproductive Health Counseling. Insurance, Medi-Cal and patients with no insurance accepted. Sliding Fee Discounts available. Appointments can be made by phone, walk-ins welcome. We provide high quality, comprehensive, affordable healthcare to all people, regardless of ability to pay, in an environment that fosters respect, compassion and dignity.
A local community coalition dedicated to saving lives and preventing opioid misuse through expanding public education and media outreach, enhancing opioid surveillance, preventing overdose and promoting Naloxone distribution, promoting safe disposal practices, encouraging early intervention, and expanding treatment access and recovery throughout Santa Barbara County.
The Santa Barbara Rescue Mission is a ministry of Christian people bringing physical, emotional, educational and spiritual resources to all who struggle with homelessness and addiction.
Santa Barbara Response Network (SBRN) is a grassroots, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting fellow community members’ through traumatic experiences and toward resilient recovery. We respond to those affected by suicide, violence, natural disasters, and any other traumatic incidents.
Skateboarding can create a goal achieving mindset that will stay with youth for a lifetime
Link to a calendar of events and list of local resources offering SB Special Needs Adaptive Programs (SNAP)!
Santa Barbara Transgender Advocacy Network (SBTAN) offers: support groups for transgender adults, teens, and families of trans youth; trans affirming trainings for organizations and schools; local events and community activism.
Use the SBCAMFT directory to find licensed therapists with various specialties.
The WELL is SBCC's Student Health Services Wellness Program that provides workshops, group counseling, skill-building groups, and events around mind and body health and wellness. Student Health & Wellness Services provides registered SBCC students with Personal Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Alcohol & Drug Support Services, Community Referrals, and Medical Services. All SBCC registered students(including dual enrollment high school students) are welcome to attend The WELL workshops, groups, and events.
Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara provides scholarships to eligible students from Santa Barbara County for college, graduate, and vocational school education.
Special education programs are available to all eligible students with disabilities, ages birth to 21 in Santa Barbara County. SBC-SELPA is a joint powers agency that provides oversight, guidance, training and support to member local education agencies (LEAs), parents, guardians, and the community related to identifying and providing compliant, best practice Individualized Education Plan(IEP) Services to students with disabilities.
Mental health professionals at Serenity Counseling and Psychological Services perform mental health assessments and marriage and family counseling.
Standing Together to End Sexual Assault (STESA) empowers people through healing and social change to eliminate all forms of sexual violence. We are committed to transforming lives by providing services and education to meet the needs of our diverse community. We offer a 24-hour hotline (805) 564-3696.
Creating a safe space of inclusion, equality, and visibility for the LGBTQIA+ community through support and education
TheraMind Center of Santa Barbara is a unique outpatient facility where our Board-certified physicians provide patients with the most advanced treatment options for depression, anxiety disorders and other mood and certain neurological disorders.
The Santa Barbara County Independent Living Program (ILP) provides services to Foster and Probation youth, ages 14-21 years, including workshops, special events, and support services to help prepare for emancipation.
TMHA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating stigma and promoting recovery and wellness for people with mental illness through work, housing, community, and family support services. Crisis and mental health support -Central Coast Hotline Call or Text: 800-783-0607
Tri-Counties Regional Center provides supports and services for individuals with developmental disabilities so that they may live fully and safely as active and independent members of our community. The diagnoses that qualify for services are Intellectual Disability, Autism, Epilepsy, and Cerebral Palsy. Santa Barbara 805-962-7881, Santa Maria 805-922-4640
Dr. David Hernandez is a pediatrician specializing in the care of children, adolescents and young adults with an Eating Disorder
UCSB provides a wide array of well-being services to students, staff, and faculty. Most services are free or low cost; all are available in a remote learning environment.
Addiction and Depression Treatment Center. Currently, many people are suffering from mental health issues like depression, social anxiety, personality disorder, and so on. Diagnosing the problem and proper guidance are important for a healthy life. Contact Vantage Point Recovery for one-to-one customized treatment from a qualified therapist.
The District Attorney's Office Crime Victim Witness Assistance Program is available to victims of crime and their family members. Information and assistance navigating the criminal justice system and resources, referrals and financial assistance available. Legal residency is not a requirement, and services are free.
Our (CAPS) Counseling and Psychological Services program provides support for currently enrolled students at Westmont College. Services provided include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, wellness programming, psychological assessment, and consultation.
YOR Place provides youth-driven community outreach, drop-in services, and access to prevention, intervention, treatment, medication for addiction treatment (MAT), and recovery services for youth (ages 12-25) who are misusing opioids and/or stimulants
Young Life is for all young people, wherever they live or whomever they are. We work with students from middle school to college and have specific ministries aimed at ensuring every kid feels a sense of belonging.
Recovery support services including all-recovery meetings, pro-social events, and workshops, aimed at educating and providing a safe supportive space for those in recovery.
Youth and Family Services, YMCA provides a continuum of care for youth, young adults, and their families. Our programs ensure youth have a safe place to live, a reliable system of support, healthy connections to safe adults, and access to the resources they need to thrive in their community. Programming is accessible at the St. George Youth Center, Noah's Anchorage Youth Shelter, My Home, and through the Street Outreach Support Program. We provide short-term mental health counseling to individuals and families at no cost. We operate a 24/7 crisis hotline 365 days per year. Crisis Hotline: 1-866-HELP-TEEN
YouthWell focuses on education, support, prevention, and early intervention, connecting youth and families to mental health and wellness resources before the crisis.