Expert Women’s Reproductive Psychiatrists in Santa Barbara
Group practice providing specialized psychiatry, psychotherapy, & lifestyle medicine for women in Santa Barbara
Women's Wellness Psychiatrists in Santa Barbara - Welcome!I know that seeking support for your reproductive and mental health is deeply personal, and I'm so glad you're here. You deserve personalized, holistic psychiatric care that treats your unique needs.
Over the past nine years, I’ve built a team of exceptional Reproductive & Holistic Psychiatrists and Psychotherapists who share this philosophy. Together we’ve helped hundreds of patients in Sacramento, and look forward to helping you achieve your wellness goals.
ANNA GLEZER, MD
Founder; Head Reproductive Psychiatrist
Reproductive & Holistic Psychiatrists in Santa Barbara
Experts in psychiatry, psychotherapy, and lifestyle medicine
Expert Treatment for Diverse Conditions
✔ Anxiety & Panic Disorders
✔ Depressions & Mood Disorders
✔ OCD & Intrusive Thoughts
✔ Trauma & PTSD
✔ PMDD
✔ ADHD in Women
✔ Insomnia & Sleep Issues
We Specialize in Key Life Circumstances
✔ Menopause & Midlife
✔ Relationships & Life Transitions
✔ Infertility & grief & loss
✔ Pregnancy & Postpartum Struggles
Integrative & Individualized Treatment Approach
As holistic psychiatrists and therapists serving patients in Santa Barbara, our treatment approach blends conventional psychiatry with natural, holistic treatment tools. We’ll craft a whole-person, personalized plan to help you get to feeling your best.
Our treatment tools include: ✔ Diagnostic & medical consultations
✔ Trauma-informed psychotherapy (individual, group, & couples)
✔ Evidence-informed nutraceuticals & botanicals
✔ Long-term medication management
✔ Complementary tools (like acupuncture, yoga, light-boxes, & more)
✔ Lifestyle medicine interventions (e.g. nutrition, exercise, sleep optimization)
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What a kind, caring, and knowledgeable group ya’ll are! Seeing a psychiatrist virtually was a first for me but from my first phone consult, intake and all the follow ups and therapy sessions I’ve felt so supported and well taken care of. I’ve appreciated your balanced, holistic approach and it’s been so educational to learn how to truly take care of myself beyond just reaching for meds. Thank you for everything you’ve done for me. I can’t recommend Women’s Wellness enough!
~ D.B. (current patient)
Why Choose Women’s Wellness Psychiatrists in Santa Barbara?
✔ Founded and led by Dr. Glezer, a Harvard & UCSF-trained reproductive psychiatrist and a highly regarded pioneer in women's reproductive & integrative psychiatry
✔ An expert team of board-certified women’s psychiatrists and psychotherapists offering comprehensive treatment services, including individual, couples, & group therapy options
✔ Evidence-based + integrative approach – blending therapy with holistic wellness strategies to ensure individualized treatment plans
✔ Concierge Care model, with flexible scheduling, urgent appointment slots availability, virtual appointments, and a high degree of collaboration with your extended medical team
Dr. Glezer — Founder; Head Psychiatrist in Santa Barbara
Dr. Glezer began her training at Harvard and then transitioned to UCSF, where she had been a practicing physician, teacher, mentor, and an associate professor. She is board certified in adult psychiatry, a distinguished fellow of the APA, a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and a past President of the Northern California Psychiatric Society.
She has worked with hundreds of women going through the emotional challenges of conception, pregnancy, loss, and postpartum. She has been interviewed for, and her written work has appeared on multiple leading sites, including Huffington Post, Fit Pregnancy, Healthline, Help Guide, and more. She has presented at local and national conferences and published in academic journals.
She began her private practice to help women across the Bay Area access reproductive mental health services and is really passionate about helping as many women as possible. Read full bio
Women’s Psychiatrist in Santa Barbara
Your Path With Us
Start your path with us via a phone consult with Dr. Glezer, our founder and head holistic and reproductive psychiatrist. We'll begin by understanding your situation, explaining our approach, and seeing if we're the right fit for you.
Step 1 // Free Consult with Dr. Glezer
Step 2 // Holistic & Individualized Treatment Plan
Next, you'll have a 75-minute comprehensive intake session with one of our women's holistic and reproductive psychiatrists. We'll talk about your current symptoms and how you're doing, review your past, and create a personalized treatment plan just for you.
We'll continue to support you with follow-up visits to check your progress and make any necessary changes.
We also offer one-time second opinions with Dr. Glezer.
Step 3 // Ongoing Specialized Support
Prospective Patients: Free Phone Consult with Dr. Glezer
For those looking for a psychiatrist in Santa Barbara and the surrounding area, we’ll review your current state, prior medical history, a brief overview of our services, and treatment options.
PLEASE NOTE:
In order to provide a more customized and best standard of care, our practice is out-of-network. Please read Dr. Glezer’s note on the significant challenges of working with insurance for mental health treatments.
We see patients in Santa Barbara & across Southern CA via Telehealth.
Let’s get you feeling better, together.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The costs of seeing a psychiatrist in Santa Barbara, and across Southern CA, will vary considerably depending on factors like location, education & experience of the clinicians, in vs. out-of-network, and others. Average ranges for an initial assessment are $400-700, and for follow up visits are $250-500.
Women’s Wellness Psychiatry specializes in providing comprehensive mental health care that demands a personalized, tailor-made approach. As such, we do not follow the one-size-fits-all treatment guidelines dictated by most insurance companies and are out-of-network. Our fees are commensurate with our unique expertise and can be viewed under the Services/Rates page.
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Yes, in most cases, you can go straight to a psychiatrist without a referral, especially if you’re paying out of pocket. However, if you're using insurance, some plans require a referral from a primary care doctor. It also depends on where you live—some healthcare systems or clinics might have their own rules.
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Seeing a psychiatrist in Santa Barbara, and across California, can be difficult due to a shortage of providers, high demand, and long waitlists. Many don’t accept insurance, making care less accessible, and some require referrals, adding extra steps. Burnout and retirements further strain the system, while limited appointment availability makes scheduling tough. These factors create significant barriers for those seeking mental health support.
At Women’s Wellness Psychiatry we have an expert team of reproductive & holistic psychiatrists and offer appointment availability within a week. If interested, please book your free consult with our founder & head Psychiatrist, Dr. Glezer, as your first step.
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No. We will work together to decide if medications would be a helpful part of your treatment plan. However, for many patients, psychotherapy and complimentary treatment can be very effective. There is good research on the success of psychotherapy and even how it changes our brain chemistry.
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My goal is to provide personalized care without dictation of treatment by an insurance company or administrator. Therefore, at this time, I do not accept any insurance plans.
If you have a PPO plan, you may be eligible for reimbursement from your insurance company for out of network services. If so, I am happy to provide a monthly invoice (AKA superbill) to submit. I recommend you contact your insurance company and check. Here are several questions to consider asking:
** Do I have an annual deductive for outpatient mental health services with a psychiatrist?
** How much is my co-pay or co-insurance per visit?
** How many visits do I have annually?
** Are there limitations on the conditions/diagnoses that can be reimbursed?
You can also consider using your FSA (Flexible Savings Account) for reimbursement of service fees.