About Tom

Thomas Minehan has a long history of helping others reach their full potential. With years of experience as a psychotherapist, Thomas knew he could bring a similar approach to the real estate market. “Much like therapy, I enjoy building relationships and helping others make important life decisions for the better.” 

And what better way to serve the surrounding Santa Barbara community than by helping others prepare for a major milestone like homeownership? Thomas and his wife moved back to the Santa Barbara area in 2019 after living in New York for several years because he knew the community was a special place to raise a family. His dedication to his clients, hardworking demeanor, and reliable and responsive approach allows him to expertly navigate his real estate business and provide top-quality service. 

Thomas received his M.S. from Columbia University and currently holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential in addition to his real estate license and has previously worked as a therapist at Rikers Island in their maximum security facility. Thomas loves the Santa Barbara area and proudly serves the neighboring communities of Ventura, Ojai, Carpinteria, Montecito, Santa Ynez, Lompoc, and Santa Maria. He enjoys the tight-knit communities and being minutes away from the beach and hiking trails. 

Family is also an integral part of Thomas’ mission in the Santa Barbara area. Thomas’ father owned a local law firm for over four decades in Carpinteria, and his mother has been teaching psychology at Santa Barbara City College for the past 20 years. He enjoys spending time with his wife and son and takes full advantage of what the greater Santa Barbara community has to offer, like concerts at the Santa Barbara bowl and Westmont and UCSB basketball games. Thomas and his wife are proud season ticket holders for the LA Chargers. He and his wife also participate in annual toy drives during the holidays. 

Doubling as a psychotherapist, Thomas enjoys helping others work through personal issues and aims to help them reach their full potential to live happy and healthy lives. He cares deeply about his clients’ success, and his professional and responsive attitude allows them to feel confident when making important decisions throughout the home buying and selling process. 

What’s Thomas’ favorite part about working in real estate? “Building and managing relationships with new, current, and past clients. Purchasing a home is often one of the biggest decisions someone will make in their life, and I enjoy making that process as seamless and streamlined as possible.” Contact Thomas to find your dream home in idyllic Santa Barbara today!