A thoughtful space to understand yourself and move forward with clarity

I provide a warm, collaborative space to explore what feels challenging and meaningful in your life. My approach is centered on your values, your story, and your goals, with support for greater clarity, resilience, and agency. I meet you with care and respect wherever you are in your process.

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Offers Telehealth

Appointments

Accepts

Online Payments

Accepts

Insurance

Accepting New

Clients

About

Welcome!

Dr. Christina Cortez, Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY35917), provides culturally informed psychotherapy for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She integrates evidence based approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, ERP, mindfulness based therapy, and somatic techniques to support meaningful and lasting change. Dr. Cortez’s work is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s unique background, identity, and goals. In addition to her private practice, she serves as a psychologist at UC Santa Barbara and has taught at Antioch University. Out of pocket provider. Sliding scale fees available. Learn more at CortezCounseling.com

Christina Cortez, PsyD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Services

Approaches

Somatic
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Behavioral Therapy
LGBTQIAA+:
Trauma Focused
LGBTQ2S+
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Family/Marital Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Hypnotherapy

Insurance Accepted

Aetna

Fees

Individual Psychotherapy, 52 min: $200
Free Consultation: $0

Testimonials

“Dr. Cortez, you helped me see things differently. With your support and guidance, I learned to manage my anxiety. Your genuine care and insight gave me the courage to confront my fears. Now, I'm not just surviving—I'm thriving. ”
K.W.

“Thank you Dr. Cortez, you created a safe space where I explore things without judgment. With your compassionate guidance, I began to untangle the knots of my past and find new ways to reclaim my sense of self-worth. ”
M.O.

“Dr. Cortez guided me through a major life transition and career development. Her support led to clarity, confidence along the way, transforming my outlook on life along the way. Thank you so much!”
P.A.

Location

Office

Cortez Counseling In-person

924 Anacapa Street, Suite 4E
Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2115

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