Our blog offers reflections, tools, and perspectives from the therapists at Santa Barbara Therapy Collective.
Here you’ll find accessible explanations of therapeutic approaches, ways to cultivate emotional resilience, and practical steps for integrating mindfulness and healing into everyday life.
Ketamine Psychotherapy Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is a therapeutic approach that uses the anesthetic drug ketamine to enhance the therapeutic process. Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that has been used in medical settings for decades, but in recent years, it has gained attention as a potential treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. In […]
Psychedelic Preparation Psychedelic preparation refers to the process of preparing oneself for a psychedelic experience in a way that maximizes safety, effectiveness, and therapeutic benefit. While the use of psychedelic substances can have therapeutic potential for a variety of mental health concerns, it can also be a challenging and disorienting experience for some individuals. Here […]
Internal Family Systems (IFS) was developed by Richard Schwartz in the 1980s. Schwartz developed IFS based on his observation that clients often had conflicting parts within them, and that these parts could become activated and cause distress. He began to work with clients by asking them to visualize their different parts and to develop a […]
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a type of psychotherapy that was originally developed to treat trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It has since been found to help with overall challenges related to depression, anxiety, rumination, addiction, and much more. EMDR is based on the idea that past/traumatic experiences can become “stuck” in […]
Breathwork is a powerful practice that involves controlled breathing exercises to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Here are some potential benefits of breathwork: Stress reduction: Breathwork can help reduce stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation and calming the nervous system. By focusing on deep, slow breathing, individuals can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which […]
Somatic therapy is a type of therapy that focuses on the connection between the mind and body. It recognizes that physical sensations and experiences can impact emotional well-being and seeks to help individuals work through and heal from trauma and other emotional struggles by addressing physical sensations and experiences. The term “somatic” comes from the […]
Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy or counseling, can be a helpful tool for individuals struggling with a wide range of emotional and mental health concerns. Here are some ways that psychotherapy can help: Managing emotions: Psychotherapy can help individuals develop skills for managing difficult emotions, such as anxiety, depression, anger, and grief. By learning […]
