Chantal

Ms Chantal Wunderlich

Psychotherapist

“I support my clients in a process that leads to lasting and meaningful change. I offer a variety of services to suit all needs and geographies – individual and group psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as therapeutic writing groups, online.”

About Me

I support clients as they explore deeply rooted patterns, fostering lasting personal growth. Through individual or group psychodynamic psychotherapy, we work together to understand how past experiences influence your present. My online therapeutic writing groups offer a unique, creative space to process feelings and gain insight. This approach suits those seeking profound self-understanding and practical ways to navigate life's complexities, wherever they are.

Approach

Therapy moves at a steady, inquiry-driven pace where we notice repeating reactions and gently test new ways of responding to old wounds. Sessions in my Santa Barbara office or online — in English or German — balance focused reflection with creative writing prompts you can take into your week, so insights grow between meetings. I attend to safety, cravings, grief and body‑mind signals with curiosity and clear structure, helping you try small, manageable shifts. This way of working often fits people seeking thoughtful, lasting change.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Credentials

Registrations

Marriage and Family Therapist

Psychotherapist

Qualifications

Pacifica Graduate Institute

Service Areas

Chantal Wunderlich

In-person & Online

Santa Barbara, California

United States