Divorce Therapists in Pismo Beach, CA

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.

My name is Julia Richardson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California since January 1999. My License number is MFT35516. I work with children from age 10 and up. I also work with adolescents, adults, couples and families. My framework in working with individuals, couples and families is through a relational lens that incorporates brain science, attachment theory and mindsight. I see each (individual, couple dyad and family) as a magnificent portrait that comes to therapy when their life patterns are stuck in rigidity or chaos.

We never have to be stuck in distress. A greater sense of peace and control is possible for each of us to obtain within a supportive therapeutic environment. By examining our values and aligning our actions to them, we can create meaningful change. My role is to join you in working through depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship distress, unresolved emotional burdens, substance abuse, or other major life events, in order to move away from the challenges you feel are holding you back, and move towards the life you want to live.

You feel like you've been hijacked by what you've experienced. Sometimes your body is in panic mode- racing heart, sweaty palms, flashbacks, and hyper-vigilance. Other times you feel completely disconnected- numbing out through technology, emotionless, and exhausted. You can't seem to make sense of what you're supposed to do to feel better. You feel broken, alone, and helpless. As a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) I have experience working with individuals just like you. I specialize in survivors of sexual trauma and medical professionals who have experienced trauma (and/or vicarious trauma).