Business Details
Affordable Mental Health Counseling in Santa Barbara
Camp Jccs provides accessible, high-quality mental health counseling to individuals, couples, families, and communities facing emotional, relational, or financial challenges. Our organization partners with accredited graduate psychology programs to offer supervised clinical training for emerging therapists while delivering affordable care to the Santa Barbara community. Our team of licensed supervisors and practicum therapists specializes in Depth Psychology, psychodynamic approaches, and trauma-informed care, emphasizing client-centered treatment plans tailored to each individual's unique needs.With expertise in depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship dynamics, we create a supportive environment for personal growth and healing. Our clinicians bring diverse professional backgrounds in trauma nursing, education, creative arts, and wilderness therapy, ensuring culturally responsive care across age groups and socioeconomic backgrounds. We maintain rigorous adherence to ethical standards and professional development through ongoing mentorship and evidence-based practices.
Services
Depression & Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Child & Teen Support
Family Therapy
Aging Support
Trauma & PTSD
Support Groups
Telehealth Services
EMDR Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer low-cost counseling through supervised graduate student therapists
- Our team includes EMDR-trained clinicians and trauma specialists
- Specialized training in Depth Psychology and psychodynamic approaches
- Personalized treatment plans developed through collaborative client-therapist relationships
- Telehealth options available for convenient access to care
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, and life transitions through personalized treatment plans. Practicum therapists work under licensed supervision to develop coping strategies tailored to each client's needs. Sessions focus on emotional integration and self-discovery using Depth Psychology principles.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling strengthens emotional connections through Emotionally Focused Therapy and Depth Psychological inquiry. Our therapists help partners navigate relationship challenges and improve communication patterns. Sessions focus on rebuilding trust and understanding relational dynamics across all relationship stages.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses intergenerational patterns and improves family system functioning. Our clinicians use attachment theory to resolve conflicts and enhance communication. Sessions help families navigate transitions and support members with mental health challenges through a systemic approach.
Telehealth Services
Telehealth services provide remote access to mental healthcare through secure video platforms. This option removes transportation barriers and accommodates busy schedules. Our virtual sessions maintain the same therapeutic quality as in-person visits while offering greater flexibility for ongoing treatment.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy addresses trauma symptoms through evidence-based protocols that reprocess distressing memories. Our trained clinicians use bilateral stimulation to reduce emotional distress from traumatic experiences. This specialized treatment helps clients achieve lasting recovery from PTSD and complex trauma.
People
Michael Vogel
Co-Clinical Director
Dr. Michael Vogel is a trauma psychologist with 14+ years of experience, specializing in psychological evaluations and trauma treatment. A former Naval Combat Pilot, he brings crisis management expertise to clinical supervision and trauma program development.
Jennifer Vogel
Clinical Director
Jennifer Vogel specializes in life transitions and existential crises using Emotionally Focused Therapy. As Clinical Director, she supervises practicum therapists and provides family counseling while integrating Depth Psychology principles into clinical training.
Susan Hicks
Practicum Supervisor
Susan Hicks has 35 years of experience in attachment-based therapy with couples and families. She leads grief support groups and trains practicum students in therapeutic approaches for individuals experiencing displacement and alienation.
Dana Saperstein
Supervisor
Dr. Dana Saperstein provides clinical supervision with expertise in multicultural issues and family systems. She mentors therapists in navigating complex relational patterns and developing culturally responsive treatment approaches for diverse client populations.
Abbi Saperstein
Clinician
Abbi Saperstein works with grief and life transitions using a multicultural lens. Drawing from international real estate experience, she helps clients reframe personal narratives and build resilience systems through family and individual therapy sessions.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy using Depth Psychology, EMDR, and trauma-informed approaches for depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Our therapists are graduate students in clinical psychology programs working under supervision of licensed clinicians with decades of combined experience in mental health fields.
How much do counseling sessions cost?
Individual sessions range from $70-$90, couples $85-$100, and family therapy $85-$100. Fees are determined based on personal financial need before starting treatment.
Do you offer online therapy options?
Yes, we provide telehealth services through secure video platforms for clients who prefer remote sessions or face transportation barriers to in-person visits.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our primary approaches include Depth Psychology, psychodynamic therapy, EMDR, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Treatment methods are tailored to each client's unique circumstances and goals.
