Attachment-based Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA
Hannah Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403
I understand that searching for a therapist can be a difficult decision. I believe the therapeutic process should be collaborative. You are the expert in your own life. My goal is to offer a therapeutic space that is collaborative, compassionate, and directive. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. Whether you’re facing struggles with identity, relationships, career, or mental health I’m here to help you develop coping skills, build resilience, and create a deeper understanding of the different parts of yourself.
I understand that searching for a therapist can be a difficult decision. I believe the therapeutic process should be collaborative. You are the expert in your own life. My goal is to offer a therapeutic space that is collaborative, compassionate, and directive. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. Whether you’re facing struggles with identity, relationships, career, or mental health I’m here to help you develop coping skills, build resilience, and create a deeper understanding of the different parts of yourself.
Monique Nelson Sigler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
My passion is serving those in SLO community and promoting meaningful change and healing in the individuals I treat. I imagine you are here because something in your life has caused you pain or suffering. Achieving emotional and mental wellness is hard and uncomfortable work, but it does not have to happen alone. I honor the vulnerability and courage it takes to begin therapy. My goal is to help you discover a life of balance, authenticity, and happiness. Everyone can benefit from therapy— from children to adults.
My passion is serving those in SLO community and promoting meaningful change and healing in the individuals I treat. I imagine you are here because something in your life has caused you pain or suffering. Achieving emotional and mental wellness is hard and uncomfortable work, but it does not have to happen alone. I honor the vulnerability and courage it takes to begin therapy. My goal is to help you discover a life of balance, authenticity, and happiness. Everyone can benefit from therapy— from children to adults.
Angela Bothwell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
If you’ve been struggling through stress, trauma, anxiety, conflict, grief, or other challenges, you don't have to push through it alone. Your aren't meant to walk through distress and overwhelm in isolation, cut off from meaningful support. Healing is accelerated in connection with others. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can work through difficulties in the company of a skilled listener. I serve as a mirror, a process guide, and facilitator along your healing journey.
If you’ve been struggling through stress, trauma, anxiety, conflict, grief, or other challenges, you don't have to push through it alone. Your aren't meant to walk through distress and overwhelm in isolation, cut off from meaningful support. Healing is accelerated in connection with others. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can work through difficulties in the company of a skilled listener. I serve as a mirror, a process guide, and facilitator along your healing journey.
Priscilla Kiessig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
We all face moments that test our foundations. Seasons where we find ourselves struggling, often feeling alone and quietly wishing things would get better. It’s important for you to know that there’s no need to suffer. Hope is here. As therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), warmth, empathy, and growth are what you can expect from our time together. I believe in a compassionate, integrated approach to care, specifically tailored to meet your individual needs.
We all face moments that test our foundations. Seasons where we find ourselves struggling, often feeling alone and quietly wishing things would get better. It’s important for you to know that there’s no need to suffer. Hope is here. As therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), warmth, empathy, and growth are what you can expect from our time together. I believe in a compassionate, integrated approach to care, specifically tailored to meet your individual needs.
Ian Alexander Kizanis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
My approach to therapy aims at providing relational safety and an open environment, where we can explore and discover inner authenticity and acceptance. Much of the distress we experience as humans has deep emotional roots, and through compassion and the cultivation of relationship comes healing and regaining of one’s peace and autonomy.
My approach to therapy aims at providing relational safety and an open environment, where we can explore and discover inner authenticity and acceptance. Much of the distress we experience as humans has deep emotional roots, and through compassion and the cultivation of relationship comes healing and regaining of one’s peace and autonomy.
Janine Porter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Seeking therapy is a brave choice and a valuable step in the healing process. If you are pursing therapy for support through a difficult time or transition, for healing childhood wounds, if you are feeling emotional pain or hurt, having trouble navigating a difficult relationship, and/or seeking deeper self-exploration, betterment and growth, I commend you. This is a courageous first step.
Seeking therapy is a brave choice and a valuable step in the healing process. If you are pursing therapy for support through a difficult time or transition, for healing childhood wounds, if you are feeling emotional pain or hurt, having trouble navigating a difficult relationship, and/or seeking deeper self-exploration, betterment and growth, I commend you. This is a courageous first step.
Dr. Shala Cole
Psychologist, PsyD, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
Are you ready to create the life you desire and experience meaningful connections? Together, we can navigate the complexities of your past experiences and break free from repetitive patterns, empowering you to overcome anxiety, depression, and other obstacles that hinder your well-being. With a deep commitment to inclusivity, I am an ally for individuals with marginalized identities, particularly those who identify as bi/multiracial and LGBTQAI2S+. My practice is a safe haven where you can explore the intricacies of your life, knowing that I am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
Are you ready to create the life you desire and experience meaningful connections? Together, we can navigate the complexities of your past experiences and break free from repetitive patterns, empowering you to overcome anxiety, depression, and other obstacles that hinder your well-being. With a deep commitment to inclusivity, I am an ally for individuals with marginalized identities, particularly those who identify as bi/multiracial and LGBTQAI2S+. My practice is a safe haven where you can explore the intricacies of your life, knowing that I am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
Ryan Hampton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
Since 2013, I have supported individuals working through addiction, trauma, homelessness, family conflict, domestic violence, personality disorders, and other mental health challenges. I enjoy working with people of every demographic and identity expression, and I am especially passionate about working with teens and young adults, African American and multiracial individuals and families, as well as the neurodivergent community. I help my clients to create the life story they want to live, by building self-understanding, practicing self-acceptance, and developing their unique personal strengths.
Since 2013, I have supported individuals working through addiction, trauma, homelessness, family conflict, domestic violence, personality disorders, and other mental health challenges. I enjoy working with people of every demographic and identity expression, and I am especially passionate about working with teens and young adults, African American and multiracial individuals and families, as well as the neurodivergent community. I help my clients to create the life story they want to live, by building self-understanding, practicing self-acceptance, and developing their unique personal strengths.
Lynlee April Olivera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I provide compassionate, science based treatment for Anticipatory Anxiety, AKA General Anxiety Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD is a psychological disorder that can torment and debilitate its sufferers not to mention the upheaval and anguish it brings to family and loved ones. Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) and/or Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) treatment is standard. If this sounds like the above information describes you or a loved one, I would love to work along side you. You don't have to walk alone in your journey with mental health.
I provide compassionate, science based treatment for Anticipatory Anxiety, AKA General Anxiety Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD is a psychological disorder that can torment and debilitate its sufferers not to mention the upheaval and anguish it brings to family and loved ones. Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) and/or Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) treatment is standard. If this sounds like the above information describes you or a loved one, I would love to work along side you. You don't have to walk alone in your journey with mental health.
My primary focus in private practice is evaluation and assessment for a variety of psychological conditions, such as ADHD, Autism, Mood Disorders, Learning Disabilities and Personality Disorders.
The second focus I have is treatment. I have an integrative approach to therapy in which I use multiple modalities that fit my clients’ individual needs. Some of the modalities I use are interpersonal therapy, supportive therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also view other factors that can affect the client, such as cultural, medical, and environmental factors.
My primary focus in private practice is evaluation and assessment for a variety of psychological conditions, such as ADHD, Autism, Mood Disorders, Learning Disabilities and Personality Disorders.
The second focus I have is treatment. I have an integrative approach to therapy in which I use multiple modalities that fit my clients’ individual needs. Some of the modalities I use are interpersonal therapy, supportive therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also view other factors that can affect the client, such as cultural, medical, and environmental factors.
Mai Timberlake
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
I work with adults, teens, and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, autism, life transitions, trauma, and relationship concerns. I'm LGBTQIA+ affirming and am passionate about viewing therapy through a cultural lens. My aim is to create a nonjudgemental, compassionate, and safe space for genuine understanding of your needs and goals. Have you been feeling stuck and unable to make the changes you desire? Are you ready to start shedding unhelpful narratives of your past? I help empower clients to finally take the steps they need to create the life they've always envisioned for themselves.
I work with adults, teens, and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, autism, life transitions, trauma, and relationship concerns. I'm LGBTQIA+ affirming and am passionate about viewing therapy through a cultural lens. My aim is to create a nonjudgemental, compassionate, and safe space for genuine understanding of your needs and goals. Have you been feeling stuck and unable to make the changes you desire? Are you ready to start shedding unhelpful narratives of your past? I help empower clients to finally take the steps they need to create the life they've always envisioned for themselves.
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
You know this story - waking up each day with anxiety, thoughts about food and body image dominate your mind. The cycle of restrictive eating, binging, and compensatory behaviors that deepen feelings of shame and isolation is a one I am personally familiar with, and it has fueled my professional passion for and specialty in recovery from food and body image issues.
You know this story - waking up each day with anxiety, thoughts about food and body image dominate your mind. The cycle of restrictive eating, binging, and compensatory behaviors that deepen feelings of shame and isolation is a one I am personally familiar with, and it has fueled my professional passion for and specialty in recovery from food and body image issues.
Kristen Hess, LCSW @ Safe to Grow Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, IFECMHS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
If you want to feel more grounded, joyful, connected, and at peace, you're in the right place. So much of our suffering is actually due to un-discharged traumatic stress. When we're exposed to stress, our nervous systems can get stuck "on" or "off." When we're stuck "on", we may feel anxious, panicked, emotionally overwhelmed, or enraged, and we may find ourselves with chronic tension, pain, or challenges with insomnia or digestion. When we're stuck "off" we can feel deeply depressed, ashamed, flat, dead, chronically fatigued, and disconnected or disoriented. In order to feel better, our nervous systems needs help regulating.
If you want to feel more grounded, joyful, connected, and at peace, you're in the right place. So much of our suffering is actually due to un-discharged traumatic stress. When we're exposed to stress, our nervous systems can get stuck "on" or "off." When we're stuck "on", we may feel anxious, panicked, emotionally overwhelmed, or enraged, and we may find ourselves with chronic tension, pain, or challenges with insomnia or digestion. When we're stuck "off" we can feel deeply depressed, ashamed, flat, dead, chronically fatigued, and disconnected or disoriented. In order to feel better, our nervous systems needs help regulating.
Erin Lindvall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, FAPA
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I love my work as a psychotherapist, and consider it an honor and privilege to work with my clients and share in their quest for personal growth. I know that the decision to start therapy is often a difficult one. I applaud your willingness and initiative. My approach aims to engage, to inspire, and to help you imagine new possibilities. My goal is to assist you in developing tools and skills that enable you to more effectively deal with life and its challenges.
I love my work as a psychotherapist, and consider it an honor and privilege to work with my clients and share in their quest for personal growth. I know that the decision to start therapy is often a difficult one. I applaud your willingness and initiative. My approach aims to engage, to inspire, and to help you imagine new possibilities. My goal is to assist you in developing tools and skills that enable you to more effectively deal with life and its challenges.
Yolia Xiaoyin Zhong
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I provide an emotionally safe and non-judgmental space for you to feel empowered and grow. I strive to provide my best self and therapeutic skills to assist you in finding your balance in the various aspects of your life and relationships. If you feel overwhelmed by life challenges and struggles, you are not alone. I work collaboratively with you and support you to process through the struggles you've experienced and build skills to heal and grow. My approach focuses on processing and healing by utilizing modalities that are strength-based and client-centered. For couples, I have training in and utilize the Gottman Method.
I provide an emotionally safe and non-judgmental space for you to feel empowered and grow. I strive to provide my best self and therapeutic skills to assist you in finding your balance in the various aspects of your life and relationships. If you feel overwhelmed by life challenges and struggles, you are not alone. I work collaboratively with you and support you to process through the struggles you've experienced and build skills to heal and grow. My approach focuses on processing and healing by utilizing modalities that are strength-based and client-centered. For couples, I have training in and utilize the Gottman Method.
Kelly Wakeland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
Hello! I specialize in serving clients experiencing disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions struggles, and stress looking to make peace with food, their bodies, and themselves. I provide a warm and relatable environment so clients feel safe to explore and process the intricacies of their experiences. While therapy can touch on difficult topics, I make sure we are also acknowledging and celebrating the joy in your life! I utilize a client-centered approach that honors your inherent wisdom as the expert in your life as the mechanism that will lead to lasting change. I'm licensed in CT, VA, and CA.
Hello! I specialize in serving clients experiencing disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions struggles, and stress looking to make peace with food, their bodies, and themselves. I provide a warm and relatable environment so clients feel safe to explore and process the intricacies of their experiences. While therapy can touch on difficult topics, I make sure we are also acknowledging and celebrating the joy in your life! I utilize a client-centered approach that honors your inherent wisdom as the expert in your life as the mechanism that will lead to lasting change. I'm licensed in CT, VA, and CA.
Rebecca Velasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Anxious or burned out? Seeking greater life purpose rather than just getting by in life? Time to step into your best, most authentic self! For over 15+ years, Rebecca has treated teens & adult clients with: anxiety, college/life transitions, pre-postpartum issues, addiction recovery, parenting issues, etc. Rebecca is solution-focused & psychodynamic in her approach and utilize various modalities including CBT/DBT tools, mindfulness, and creative body-based approaches. Whether you are a high school/college student, career professional, parent or spouse, being an adult can often feel stressful and challenging. Rebecca can help.
Anxious or burned out? Seeking greater life purpose rather than just getting by in life? Time to step into your best, most authentic self! For over 15+ years, Rebecca has treated teens & adult clients with: anxiety, college/life transitions, pre-postpartum issues, addiction recovery, parenting issues, etc. Rebecca is solution-focused & psychodynamic in her approach and utilize various modalities including CBT/DBT tools, mindfulness, and creative body-based approaches. Whether you are a high school/college student, career professional, parent or spouse, being an adult can often feel stressful and challenging. Rebecca can help.
Melissa Monji
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Are you at a crossroads in your life, or in your relationship? Failing to meet your goals, or possibly just struggling to make your relationships with friends and family work? Do you wake up in the morning feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Or maybe it just feels like there is more to life than how you are currently living yours. If you answered yes to any of these questions, please know you are not the only one experiencing these types of challenges, and I would be happy to support you, as an individual or couple, in your efforts to remove whatever barriers may be standing in the way of reaching your goals.
Are you at a crossroads in your life, or in your relationship? Failing to meet your goals, or possibly just struggling to make your relationships with friends and family work? Do you wake up in the morning feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Or maybe it just feels like there is more to life than how you are currently living yours. If you answered yes to any of these questions, please know you are not the only one experiencing these types of challenges, and I would be happy to support you, as an individual or couple, in your efforts to remove whatever barriers may be standing in the way of reaching your goals.
Jessica (Jessie) Shorts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Are you hoping for change, but feel stuck and keep hitting a wall? Are you an adolescent, adult, family, or a Mother in her motherhood journey? You may benefit from a holistic approach to psychotherapy, which considers the heart (emotions), mind (thoughts), body, and soul, and how they interact with each other. You might need a gentle and compassionate approach to work through hard things (past, present, and future). If life is overwhelming and leaving you drained, you deserve to have a more life-giving and abundant life.
Are you hoping for change, but feel stuck and keep hitting a wall? Are you an adolescent, adult, family, or a Mother in her motherhood journey? You may benefit from a holistic approach to psychotherapy, which considers the heart (emotions), mind (thoughts), body, and soul, and how they interact with each other. You might need a gentle and compassionate approach to work through hard things (past, present, and future). If life is overwhelming and leaving you drained, you deserve to have a more life-giving and abundant life.
Nicole Juliano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Let’s be real, life can be hard. The decision to look for a therapist and seek support is a brave and vulnerable step toward taking much deserved time for yourself. You may have sensed that something needs to shift in your life, and you aren't alone in that. In our work together, we will collaborate to learn to compassionately observe and change dysfunctional physical, mental, and emotional patterns that are keeping us stuck. We will work to help you to feel empowered to consciously create a life on your own terms, shift from self judgement to self compassion, and (most importantly) stop taking shit to yourself.
Let’s be real, life can be hard. The decision to look for a therapist and seek support is a brave and vulnerable step toward taking much deserved time for yourself. You may have sensed that something needs to shift in your life, and you aren't alone in that. In our work together, we will collaborate to learn to compassionately observe and change dysfunctional physical, mental, and emotional patterns that are keeping us stuck. We will work to help you to feel empowered to consciously create a life on your own terms, shift from self judgement to self compassion, and (most importantly) stop taking shit to yourself.
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