Welcome! We are a dedicated team of psychotherapists located throughout the Central Coast of California to include Ojai, Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles. We serve California residents across the state offering individual therapy to teens and adults, families and couples.

At the heart of our practice is our aim to support each individual with sincerity, empathy, openness, curiosity and a collaborative spirit. The process of therapy requires the development of a solid, trusting therapeutic relationship built upon compassion and nonjudgment, as life never ceases to bring into question our sense of self, perceptions and emotions. As therapists, we each integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches with the intention of meeting each individual’s unique needs to assist them in attaining their goals at any stage of life.

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Our Mission

At the core, we see every human being as a work in progress. We are each continually growing and changing as we adapt to our evolving life circumstances and the unexpected. Collectively and separately, we are each seeking to comprehend the complexity of our selves in our own ways, while searching for our soul’s purpose to find deeper meaning and a sense of belonging in this world.

At Work In Progress Therapy, we are committed to creating a relaxed, confidential, healing environment for you—a space that fosters a genuine, connective relationship focusing on your strengths, inner visions and the full range of your emotions. If you are seeking to reduce stress, self-limiting thoughts and beliefs, process and improve coping strategies to address the painful impact of past trauma, handle life transitions with greater ease and transform obstacles to promote overall balance, we invite you to request a complimentary consultation to meet with one of our therapists in the near future. Therapy is a powerful opportunity to gain clarity, expand your capacity for joy, transform your perspective, envision new iterations for living and strengthen your resiliency.

  • Individual Therapy (Adults & Teens)

    Our experienced therapists are here to work closely with you, addressing issues, such as social anxiety, depression, past trauma, relationship difficulties, anger, work stress and life decisions. We are dedicated to helping you deepen your understanding of your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, overcoming life challenges—ultimately resulting in improved mental wellness, self-care and increased fulfillment.

    Growing up in this world can be tough. We are here to meet teens where they are, joining with them to build trust, while supporting them with developmental struggles involving friendships, peer pressure, school and their self-esteem.

  • Couples Therapy

    Relationships are inspiring, reaffirming and an integral part of being human. Relationships are also complex and a common source of confusion, fear and hurt. We are here to offer you guidance to strengthen your relational skills in the areas of conflict resolution, healthy communication, negotiation, compromise and empathy building. Reconnect with your partner through practicing vulnerability to reduce resentments, increase honesty and enliven harmony in your partnership.

  • Specialized Care

    In addition to our primary services, we offer specialized therapy, including LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, grief counseling, parenting support, resourcing for those dealing with domestic abuse and forensic psychological care for individuals, who have become involved in the criminal justice system.

    Under the leadership of Shana Burns, LMFT, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in the field of community mental health, our team is wholeheartedly devoted towards nurturing your wellness.

  • Family Therapy

    Our therapeutic family services focus on cultivating more adaptable family dynamics. We work alongside you and your family members to build stronger bonds promoting a more cohesive future together. By fostering understanding and connection, we strive to create an environment where every family member feels supported and valued.