Alessandra Snavely

Together we will slow things down, understand what has been keeping you stuck, and make connections between what you are experiencing now and what you have carried from the past. At a pace that feels manageable, we’ll work toward helping you feel less overwhelmed, trust yourself more, and respond differently to old patterns.

My clients describe me as warm, understanding, and nonjudgmental. They appreciate that I ask thoughtful questions, give them time to share at their own pace, and gently hold them accountable to the changes they want to make. Some have shared more than they expected because they felt genuinely heard.

In our first session, I’ll ask questions to understand what brought you to therapy, what has felt hardest lately, and what you hope will change. You won’t be expected to tell me everything at once. I’ll explain how I work, answer your questions, and we’ll begin identifying a direction for therapy that feels manageable and useful.

I became a therapist because I have always been curious about people’s stories and how our experiences shape the way we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through the world. I was drawn to the possibility that patterns can change and that people can feel less stuck, more connected to themselves, and more able to create lives that feel like their own.

I’m a California LMFT and EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ with more than 11 years of experience. I offer virtual therapy throughout California and limited in-person sessions in Santa Barbara. My practice includes standard therapy and extended EMDR intensives, with additional training in FND-informed psychotherapy.