Family Therapy in San Luis Obispo County, CA
Gina Polesetsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I am influenced by my experiences as a Latina woman who has experienced childhood trauma, divorce, single motherhood, raising a neurodivergent child, remarriage, & creating a blended multicultural family, and have worked in K-12 schools.
I am passionate about the resiliency of the human spirit in healing from trauma, forming and healing relationships, & finding our way through life’s transitions. I view therapy as a tool to create a safe space to show up authentically and work toward living the life you seek. I work with children (8 & up), teens, adults, & couples who are addressing trauma, issues of identity or self-esteem, anxiety, recovering from narcissistic, sexual, or intimate partner abuse, having difficulty with dating/relationships, & working through divorce, separation, co-parenting, & blending families. Otis, my office dog, usually joins me for sessions.
I am influenced by my experiences as a Latina woman who has experienced childhood trauma, divorce, single motherhood, raising a neurodivergent child, remarriage, & creating a blended multicultural family, and have worked in K-12 schools.
I am passionate about the resiliency of the human spirit in healing from trauma, forming and healing relationships, & finding our way through life’s transitions. I view therapy as a tool to create a safe space to show up authentically and work toward living the life you seek. I work with children (8 & up), teens, adults, & couples who are addressing trauma, issues of identity or self-esteem, anxiety, recovering from narcissistic, sexual, or intimate partner abuse, having difficulty with dating/relationships, & working through divorce, separation, co-parenting, & blending families. Otis, my office dog, usually joins me for sessions.
Dr. Benjamin Strosberg
Psychological Associate, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I help individuals and couples understand and transform deeply rooted patterns. Some walk through my door in profound distress, while others seek relief from a persistent sense of unease and dissatisfaction. I listen closely for the ideas and experiences shaping important aspects of your life, such as family, friends, work, sexuality, creativity, and self-worth. And together, we explore the ups and downs of your thoughts and feelings, with a focus on how current experiences and past traumas may be restricting your capacity for growth, self-expression, satisfaction, fulfilling relationships, and meaningful work.
I help individuals and couples understand and transform deeply rooted patterns. Some walk through my door in profound distress, while others seek relief from a persistent sense of unease and dissatisfaction. I listen closely for the ideas and experiences shaping important aspects of your life, such as family, friends, work, sexuality, creativity, and self-worth. And together, we explore the ups and downs of your thoughts and feelings, with a focus on how current experiences and past traumas may be restricting your capacity for growth, self-expression, satisfaction, fulfilling relationships, and meaningful work.
Sandra Marquez-Mesquite
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Individual Therapy, Couples therapy and Family therapy Call today •Servicios ofrecidos En Espanol.
Welcoming new Clients in Downtown Visalia. Let’s get you started on your counseling journey today so that you may reach your fullest potential! As a therapist with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, I have experience in working with Individuals, Couples and families as they face difficult periods in their lives due to divorce, infidelities or life transitions. I also work with individuals to help you learn new skills to manage your trauma, depression or anxiety so that you can get back to enjoying your life.
Individual Therapy, Couples therapy and Family therapy Call today •Servicios ofrecidos En Espanol.
Welcoming new Clients in Downtown Visalia. Let’s get you started on your counseling journey today so that you may reach your fullest potential! As a therapist with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field, I have experience in working with Individuals, Couples and families as they face difficult periods in their lives due to divorce, infidelities or life transitions. I also work with individuals to help you learn new skills to manage your trauma, depression or anxiety so that you can get back to enjoying your life.
Madeleine Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Therapy is unique to each person, couple, and family.
I believe that the strength of our relationships shapes how fulfilling our lives are. I specialize in working with couples who are facing transitions and/or conflict in their relationship and individuals who struggle with relationships and their sense of self. Together, we will work towards deeper understanding and freedom from negative and/or destructive repetitions that impact your life and relationships.
Therapy is unique to each person, couple, and family.
I believe that the strength of our relationships shapes how fulfilling our lives are. I specialize in working with couples who are facing transitions and/or conflict in their relationship and individuals who struggle with relationships and their sense of self. Together, we will work towards deeper understanding and freedom from negative and/or destructive repetitions that impact your life and relationships.
Mindful Heart Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AMFT, APCC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Our team offers a safe, supportive environment and a warm, compassionate, open-minded approach. We work with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, college life, young adulthood, relationships, men’s issues, parenting struggles, grief and loss, work/career and exploring existential and spiritual concerns. The heart of our work is to help you develop deeper self-understanding, self-compassion and coping skills while working through issues of the present and the past. We offer a variety of approaches including mindfulness, art therapy, IFS informed and somatic work. We also offer 2-3 day couples intensives.
Our team offers a safe, supportive environment and a warm, compassionate, open-minded approach. We work with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, college life, young adulthood, relationships, men’s issues, parenting struggles, grief and loss, work/career and exploring existential and spiritual concerns. The heart of our work is to help you develop deeper self-understanding, self-compassion and coping skills while working through issues of the present and the past. We offer a variety of approaches including mindfulness, art therapy, IFS informed and somatic work. We also offer 2-3 day couples intensives.
Sadness, grief and worry are normal human experiences. However, when they endure for long periods of time or when you are overwhelmed by the effects of stress or trauma, if you have difficulty sleeping or concentrating or you feel hopeless or helpless, then it may be time to visit a skilled therapist.
Sadness, grief and worry are normal human experiences. However, when they endure for long periods of time or when you are overwhelmed by the effects of stress or trauma, if you have difficulty sleeping or concentrating or you feel hopeless or helpless, then it may be time to visit a skilled therapist.
Allison Trujillo
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atascadero, CA 93422 (Online Only)
You’re someone who strives to be the best version of yourself but struggles to know how to get there. This might present as anxiety, depression, anger, unprocessed trauma, or low self-esteem. You may need help with processing emotions or learning healthy coping techniques. Within the context of a compassionate space, you can gain tools for emotional regulation, increased insight, and self compassion. With this sense of safety, we can unpack specific traumas and heal your past to help you experience more ease and wholeness in your life.
You’re someone who strives to be the best version of yourself but struggles to know how to get there. This might present as anxiety, depression, anger, unprocessed trauma, or low self-esteem. You may need help with processing emotions or learning healthy coping techniques. Within the context of a compassionate space, you can gain tools for emotional regulation, increased insight, and self compassion. With this sense of safety, we can unpack specific traumas and heal your past to help you experience more ease and wholeness in your life.
Lauren Phelps
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Are you seeking a trustworthy ally to navigate your fears, hopes, and aspirations? Perhaps you’re struggling to break free from negative coping habits or you're exploring unconventional paths, such as consensual non-monogamous relationships or LGBTQIA2+ identities, and desire affirming support. I specialize in providing a safe, affirming space where you can explore your unique journey. Through somatic psychology techniques, we can uncover insights and transform unhelpful patterns. You deserve to be authentically seen and celebrated for your contributions to the world.
Are you seeking a trustworthy ally to navigate your fears, hopes, and aspirations? Perhaps you’re struggling to break free from negative coping habits or you're exploring unconventional paths, such as consensual non-monogamous relationships or LGBTQIA2+ identities, and desire affirming support. I specialize in providing a safe, affirming space where you can explore your unique journey. Through somatic psychology techniques, we can uncover insights and transform unhelpful patterns. You deserve to be authentically seen and celebrated for your contributions to the world.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression as a new mom? Does it feel like you're the only one in your friend group who is struggling with infertility or a miscarriage loss? Do you ever miss your old life before you had children? Now more than ever, women are experiencing high rates of infertility, miscarriage and perinatal depression and anxiety. At Bloom Maternal Therapy we believe everyone deserves mental and emotional support during pre-conception, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting years.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression as a new mom? Does it feel like you're the only one in your friend group who is struggling with infertility or a miscarriage loss? Do you ever miss your old life before you had children? Now more than ever, women are experiencing high rates of infertility, miscarriage and perinatal depression and anxiety. At Bloom Maternal Therapy we believe everyone deserves mental and emotional support during pre-conception, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting years.
My early training and work with young children and their parents prepared me for my current work treating adults and couples; many of the struggles these families had centered around bonding and attachment. Today, most of my adult patients face relationship issues rooted in early life experiences. During psychotherapy treatments, I help my patients understand the value of working through early emotional losses so they can mature and enjoy healthy adult relationships.
My early training and work with young children and their parents prepared me for my current work treating adults and couples; many of the struggles these families had centered around bonding and attachment. Today, most of my adult patients face relationship issues rooted in early life experiences. During psychotherapy treatments, I help my patients understand the value of working through early emotional losses so they can mature and enjoy healthy adult relationships.
Cyndy Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atascadero, CA 93422 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Caseload is currently full. There are times when you may find life is too messy, too painful and you feel too alone with all of it. Therapy provides a time and place to share your inner struggles, fears and anxieties while receiving support, insight, perspective and new coping skills. The process allows you to heal and move forward with a stronger sense of who you've been, who you are now and who you are becoming.
Caseload is currently full. There are times when you may find life is too messy, too painful and you feel too alone with all of it. Therapy provides a time and place to share your inner struggles, fears and anxieties while receiving support, insight, perspective and new coping skills. The process allows you to heal and move forward with a stronger sense of who you've been, who you are now and who you are becoming.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atascadero, CA 93422
Let's get you back to living the life you always imagined. Everyone feels stuck at times and it is a privilege to assist individuals on their healing journey. I provide counseling and life coaching services to individuals dealing with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety, stress, relationship issues, women's health, chronic illness, grief and loss, trauma and more. I am currently doing teletherapy, as well as outdoor walk and talk therapy. I am a certified mindfulness-based ecotherapist and use nature as a healing modality with my clients. We all have the inner strength to heal.
Let's get you back to living the life you always imagined. Everyone feels stuck at times and it is a privilege to assist individuals on their healing journey. I provide counseling and life coaching services to individuals dealing with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety, stress, relationship issues, women's health, chronic illness, grief and loss, trauma and more. I am currently doing teletherapy, as well as outdoor walk and talk therapy. I am a certified mindfulness-based ecotherapist and use nature as a healing modality with my clients. We all have the inner strength to heal.
Marissa E Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Everyone can benefit from additional support and guidance, and my goal is to partner with others to reach their optimal health and well-being. I have experience working with adults and couples managing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues and stress. I work to understand each individual's unique needs and identify strengths to help overcome obstacles and challenges. My goal is to assist clients in alleviating the impact of various stressors and symptoms, by incorporating practical tools that can be used everyday.
Everyone can benefit from additional support and guidance, and my goal is to partner with others to reach their optimal health and well-being. I have experience working with adults and couples managing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues and stress. I work to understand each individual's unique needs and identify strengths to help overcome obstacles and challenges. My goal is to assist clients in alleviating the impact of various stressors and symptoms, by incorporating practical tools that can be used everyday.
Free yourself of the problems that hold you back from finding true freedom and happiness. All it takes is the desire for a better life and the right tools. Whether you are having difficulties in your relationship or are experiencing personal difficulties, I am here to help in the areas you feel stuck. Some of these areas may include problems communicating, difficulties relating to one another, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, eating disorders, self harming behaviors, substance abuse/dependence, working through grief or adjusting to life changes. You don't need to suffer alone. Transform your life now!
Free yourself of the problems that hold you back from finding true freedom and happiness. All it takes is the desire for a better life and the right tools. Whether you are having difficulties in your relationship or are experiencing personal difficulties, I am here to help in the areas you feel stuck. Some of these areas may include problems communicating, difficulties relating to one another, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, eating disorders, self harming behaviors, substance abuse/dependence, working through grief or adjusting to life changes. You don't need to suffer alone. Transform your life now!
Ashley Coyle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is collaborative and begins with building a safe therapeutic relationship. Respect and acceptance of my clients’ experiences and identities are central tenets of my practice. Our work together is a place to unlearn and shed those things which may not suit your growth; where you can be both held and challenged with care and compassion. I welcome clients from all racial, ethnic, religious and national backgrounds, social and economic classes, gender expressions, and sexual orientations/identities.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and begins with building a safe therapeutic relationship. Respect and acceptance of my clients’ experiences and identities are central tenets of my practice. Our work together is a place to unlearn and shed those things which may not suit your growth; where you can be both held and challenged with care and compassion. I welcome clients from all racial, ethnic, religious and national backgrounds, social and economic classes, gender expressions, and sexual orientations/identities.
I enjoy helping people with relationship issues such as step family challenges, co-dependency, and building intimacy and trust in new relationships.
I welcome you to contact me directly. We can take the opportunity to address your needs during a complimentary 15 minute consultation either by phone or in person. Whether self-referred, referred by a friend, colleague, physician or other health professional, i am here to help assess and address your needs collaboratively, working along with you to create a plan to bring relief, improvement and often resolution to your life issues. My goal is to help you clarify and meet your goals. Fees are flexible for those in need. I have recently started to offer services covered by insurance.
I enjoy helping people with relationship issues such as step family challenges, co-dependency, and building intimacy and trust in new relationships.
I welcome you to contact me directly. We can take the opportunity to address your needs during a complimentary 15 minute consultation either by phone or in person. Whether self-referred, referred by a friend, colleague, physician or other health professional, i am here to help assess and address your needs collaboratively, working along with you to create a plan to bring relief, improvement and often resolution to your life issues. My goal is to help you clarify and meet your goals. Fees are flexible for those in need. I have recently started to offer services covered by insurance.
By the Streams Christian Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed with emotions and past trauma? Have you tried "talk therapy" and have not seen any improvements? Hi, my name is Erin and I love coming alongside clients to work through challenges whether you have had them your whole life or are in a season of change. I combined researched methods with a Christian worldview and Biblical truth to bring lasting healing. I am also comfortable walking with you through spiritual doubts. If you are needing help in your marriage and don't know where to turn let me walk beside you.
Feeling overwhelmed with emotions and past trauma? Have you tried "talk therapy" and have not seen any improvements? Hi, my name is Erin and I love coming alongside clients to work through challenges whether you have had them your whole life or are in a season of change. I combined researched methods with a Christian worldview and Biblical truth to bring lasting healing. I am also comfortable walking with you through spiritual doubts. If you are needing help in your marriage and don't know where to turn let me walk beside you.
Limited availability. I believe in working together to build supports and a positive experience for the clients I work with. I believe in working on changing thoughts that then can hopefully change behaviors and eventually create a more positive experience/life for the client that I work with. Therapy is a team effort and not just one person is responsible for the outcome. If you have anxiety, depression or have overall negative thoughts that seem to impact you more and more, we can work together to over come that.
Limited availability. I believe in working together to build supports and a positive experience for the clients I work with. I believe in working on changing thoughts that then can hopefully change behaviors and eventually create a more positive experience/life for the client that I work with. Therapy is a team effort and not just one person is responsible for the outcome. If you have anxiety, depression or have overall negative thoughts that seem to impact you more and more, we can work together to over come that.
Sharon Brooke Uy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-BC, RYT, Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I help guide creative, motivated, open, and spiritually-minded individuals on their journey to reconnect and reintegrate with their true selves, and I also offer psychedelic integration sessions. It can be difficult to manage (or even face) all the feelings that come with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, or cultural identity. Perhaps you're feeling lost right now, but you just know that there's a path and a purpose specific to you. There is a way to feel aligned in all areas of your life, and to live in true fulfillment and joy!
I help guide creative, motivated, open, and spiritually-minded individuals on their journey to reconnect and reintegrate with their true selves, and I also offer psychedelic integration sessions. It can be difficult to manage (or even face) all the feelings that come with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, or cultural identity. Perhaps you're feeling lost right now, but you just know that there's a path and a purpose specific to you. There is a way to feel aligned in all areas of your life, and to live in true fulfillment and joy!
We are an ABA agency who helps individuals with developmental disabilities and their families live enriching independent lives. We teach communication skills, functional living skills, social skills, play skills, amongst others. We also specialize in reducing problematic behaviors that may cause harm to the individual or others.
We are an ABA agency who helps individuals with developmental disabilities and their families live enriching independent lives. We teach communication skills, functional living skills, social skills, play skills, amongst others. We also specialize in reducing problematic behaviors that may cause harm to the individual or others.
