Attachment-based Therapists in Grover Beach, CA

Leslie brings a compassionate, open, and direct approach to her work with teens, families, and individuals. Her primary modalities include cognitive behavior therapy, Gestalt therapy and art therapy. Leslie's areas of expertise include attachment issues, grief and loss, anxiety and depression and their relationship to eating disorders. Her desire is to provide a safe, nurturing space where her clients can learn to be more comfortable in their own skin. Leslie's specialized training in eating disorder treatment gives her deep insight into the client's journey to recovery.

I work primarily with children, teens, and adults who have suffered traumatic events. I provide an outlet without judgement, helping clients work through unresolved feelings about past childhood trauma, family conflict, and broken relationships, which can cause significant distress, affecting other parts of their lives. I will help you break away from anything that is holding you back from being the person you truly desire to be. My style is eclectic, supporting individual needs, unlocking and developing each person's potential. With children and teens, I use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in overcoming negative effects of the traumatic experience.

Oftentimes in life when we’re struggling, we can feel an overwhelming sense of disconnection: from ourselves, from others, or from life. The pain we experience in the form of mental health symptoms is often a signal of unresolved wounds that need our attention. My role is to help you listen to and understand that pain in a way that directs us to tangible targets for change. I also incorporate education on relevant psychological concepts and skills to help you build a personalized regulation toolkit for managing the hard, overwhelming times.

Accepting NEW Clients: In-person and telehealth services available.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in helping clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Together, we will work towards developing coping strategies, improving communication skills, and fostering self-awareness. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, or your family, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling life. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.

Hello, my legal name is Joseph but you can call me Tommy. My work as a therapist is mostly informed by Attachment Theory and I currently work with individuals ranging from young adults to seniors. As human beings, we are meant to seek connection with others. Connection with a compassionate, caring, and knowledgeable therapist is one of the best ways to develop a more secure sense of attachment to the world around you. This connection can lead to the positive, long-term change you are seeking.

Each person is unique and has experienced their own set of challenges, trauma and adversities yet we are all bound by human commonalities. We get hurt, we feel anxious or depressed, we feel anger and we can feel hopeless. If you want to find joy, meaning or take control over your life, I am here to help guide you and provide you support. I am here to acknowledge the pain while finding things that bring happiness. We all need a safe place to get support when we are struggling to find our voice, figuring out how communicate ours needs or dealing with the emotional pain caused by everyday stressors, trauma or relationship issues.

What is it to exist in the current age? It sure can be hard, exhausting, and lonely at times. Perhaps that is why you're here. My name is Kristy Barrette (she/her). As a clinician, I believe that you have the ability to grow, learn, and better understand yourself and your loved ones. With this understanding, you can create meaningful changes that align with your needs and values. My role is to walk alongside you to help pave the way to more meaningful connections, more effective communication, healthier boundaries, increased safety, and an overall greater sense of well-being.

I believe empathy, authenticity and genuineness should underlie any therapeutic relationship. I work from more of a relational and depth approach, offering a deeper integration of body, mind and spirit. I also utilize many different therapeutic techniques, such as DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, somatic practices, and Attachment Theory. With 14 years of clinical practice, I have a lot professional training and experience to draw on. I offer different levels of therapy, tailored to where you are at & what you are interested in.

On the outside it seems like you have everything together, but inside you feel unhappy and stuck. Instead of thriving, you are overwhelmed and exhausted. Part of you feels like you just can't manage it all. You spend your days feeling sad, irritated, and afraid. You're giving it your all, but it feels like you're falling short.