John Vargas, AMFT, APCC

Hey! My name is John Vargas (he/him/él) and I provide 100% telehealth via video anywhere in California! I use a trauma-informed, culturally and LGBTQIA+ affirming, cognitive, and mindfulness-based approaches in my work with individuals (teens, young adults, and adults). I use various evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-focused Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I work with teens, young adults, and adults. I specialize in young men's and men's mental health, the LGBTQIA+ community, and the Latino/e/x community. I acknowledge the life stressors and barriers (individual and systemic) clients go through and their immediate needs. I prioritize creating an environment where you can express your true authentic self and feelings. I'm committed that you feel heard, respected, and safe in your therapeutic space. Reach out or schedule a free 15-minute video consultation! If no times/days work for you, feel free to send me a message! I’m in-network with a variety of insurances including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, CenCal Medi-Cal, Cigna, First Health, Government Employees Health Association (GEHA), Magellan, Managed Health Network (MHN), Health Net, Modern Health, Oscar Health, Optum, TriWest, UC SHIP, and United Healthcare. Unfortunately, we're not in-network with the Medi-Cal versions of the listed insurances (only CenCal Medi-Cal of Santa Barbara County). If your insurance is not covered, paying out of pocket is an option. I'm a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT#139997) and a Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC#14046), supervised by J’Quaysha Tucker, LMFT #110419, LPCC #8968 & Jack May, LMFT #94423