Family Therapy in San Luis Obispo, CA
Allison Rice
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
If you are overwhelmed by life and emotions, or just feeling like something is off, therapy can help. Life can be strange, painful and unpredictable. Maybe you are struggling with a relationship, or even ending one. Let's sort through your thoughts and feelings and figure out what you need to move forward and connect you back to yourself or your partner. My office is a comfortable space, where you can share your story, speak your mind and create a more balanced and fulfilling life.
If you are overwhelmed by life and emotions, or just feeling like something is off, therapy can help. Life can be strange, painful and unpredictable. Maybe you are struggling with a relationship, or even ending one. Let's sort through your thoughts and feelings and figure out what you need to move forward and connect you back to yourself or your partner. My office is a comfortable space, where you can share your story, speak your mind and create a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Maria Castellano-Hsia
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Are you feeling like you are in a big life transition? Struggling with anxiety or depression?, Experiencing a big loss? Desiring to better communicate and connect with your loved ones? I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space to explore and experience your inner life paying attention to what is essential. I practice from a depth somatic psychotherapy frame. I introduce psychodynamic and somatic method working directly in and through your body including mindfulness, breath work, conversation, imagination and humor. In my work exploration, promotes insight and awareness, emotional healing, and spiritual transformation
Are you feeling like you are in a big life transition? Struggling with anxiety or depression?, Experiencing a big loss? Desiring to better communicate and connect with your loved ones? I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space to explore and experience your inner life paying attention to what is essential. I practice from a depth somatic psychotherapy frame. I introduce psychodynamic and somatic method working directly in and through your body including mindfulness, breath work, conversation, imagination and humor. In my work exploration, promotes insight and awareness, emotional healing, and spiritual transformation
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified psychoanalyst. My specialty is in primitive mental states and I work with adolescents, emerging adults, adults, and senior adults. I am in full-time private practice in downtown San Luis Obispo at my detached home-office in the railroad district.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified psychoanalyst. My specialty is in primitive mental states and I work with adolescents, emerging adults, adults, and senior adults. I am in full-time private practice in downtown San Luis Obispo at my detached home-office in the railroad district.
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.
Laura Skaarup
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93402
Hi, my name is Laura. I invite you to come as you are, into a space of acceptance and compassion. Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, loss, struggling with substance use, anxieties or depression my goal is to provide a supportive environment for exploration and emotional healing. My style is warm, interactive, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I enjoy forming genuine connections with my clients and will gladly share a good laugh or be witness to a much needed cry. We’ll slow things down and identify values, patterns, and priorities in order to work towards a life balance that feels right for you.
Hi, my name is Laura. I invite you to come as you are, into a space of acceptance and compassion. Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, loss, struggling with substance use, anxieties or depression my goal is to provide a supportive environment for exploration and emotional healing. My style is warm, interactive, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I enjoy forming genuine connections with my clients and will gladly share a good laugh or be witness to a much needed cry. We’ll slow things down and identify values, patterns, and priorities in order to work towards a life balance that feels right for you.
Krissy Shippey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
As a therapist, I am passionate about walking alongside folks as they reveal their truths and vulnerabilities to themselves. I believe, and have witnessed that people are capable of long standing change with knowledge, support, and connection, and that therapy is a great place for that. You can learn new ways to manage life stressors, feel safe, gain confidence, and live a more joyful and purposeful life. I use cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and strength-based techniques, while never ignoring the human element and connection where the real change happens.
As a therapist, I am passionate about walking alongside folks as they reveal their truths and vulnerabilities to themselves. I believe, and have witnessed that people are capable of long standing change with knowledge, support, and connection, and that therapy is a great place for that. You can learn new ways to manage life stressors, feel safe, gain confidence, and live a more joyful and purposeful life. I use cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and strength-based techniques, while never ignoring the human element and connection where the real change happens.
Joe Kovacevich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (Online Only)
Life holds multitudes. We get to experience the magic of our own humanity and with that comes times of suffering and the deepest sorrows. I am here for all of it. My process in helping you to alleviate mental suffering will involve looking carefully at the nature of your core emotional conflicts, their sources, and your relationship to these—all with an eye toward building your capacity to face life’s difficulties without being overtaken by them.
Life holds multitudes. We get to experience the magic of our own humanity and with that comes times of suffering and the deepest sorrows. I am here for all of it. My process in helping you to alleviate mental suffering will involve looking carefully at the nature of your core emotional conflicts, their sources, and your relationship to these—all with an eye toward building your capacity to face life’s difficulties without being overtaken by them.
Daisy Biggers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Anxiety and depression is a steady drum beat, a nonstop cycle. No matter what you do, you just can’t get away from it. You bury your feelings with anything you can find: alcohol, work, spending, food, the list goes on and on. But it never works long term, and the feelings pop up and take you by surprise. Suddenly, you’re snapping at the people you love and crying at the grocery store. It gets in your way, and stops you from experiencing the good things in front of you. But how do you get out of the cycle?
Anxiety and depression is a steady drum beat, a nonstop cycle. No matter what you do, you just can’t get away from it. You bury your feelings with anything you can find: alcohol, work, spending, food, the list goes on and on. But it never works long term, and the feelings pop up and take you by surprise. Suddenly, you’re snapping at the people you love and crying at the grocery store. It gets in your way, and stops you from experiencing the good things in front of you. But how do you get out of the cycle?
Karen Schneller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
You are living a daily battle in your head about what you can eat, how much you should exercise, if you are worthy of taking up space. You are consumed by counting calories and by the negative voice inside that tells you, you’ll never be good enough or thin enough, smart enough or pretty enough. You are fed up with how the society/culture tells you how you should look and feel and behave. Your behaviors have you feeling exhausted and depleted and you wonder how you can go on another day. Others may think you have it all together on the outside, but the mental torture inside is killing you and feel like your life is shrinking.
You are living a daily battle in your head about what you can eat, how much you should exercise, if you are worthy of taking up space. You are consumed by counting calories and by the negative voice inside that tells you, you’ll never be good enough or thin enough, smart enough or pretty enough. You are fed up with how the society/culture tells you how you should look and feel and behave. Your behaviors have you feeling exhausted and depleted and you wonder how you can go on another day. Others may think you have it all together on the outside, but the mental torture inside is killing you and feel like your life is shrinking.
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.
Paola Gutierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
My role is to support you in finding a path to healing that feels right for you. I strive to create a safe and compassionate space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we'll work on building resilience, gaining clarity and developing strategies to manage life's challenges. My approach is collaborative, tailored to your unique needs and focused on empowering you to achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. Through processing life challenges and building skills, you will create a foundation of health that leads you to thriving in your life.
My role is to support you in finding a path to healing that feels right for you. I strive to create a safe and compassionate space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we'll work on building resilience, gaining clarity and developing strategies to manage life's challenges. My approach is collaborative, tailored to your unique needs and focused on empowering you to achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. Through processing life challenges and building skills, you will create a foundation of health that leads you to thriving in your life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Hello! Looking for a confidence booster, a sounding board, someone to listen to your story? Experiencing coping issues, anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem? Struggling in a relationship with others, yourself? The possibility for relief awaits discovery. Research claims that much of our pain and suffering comes from our past experiences which may influence how we think and feel about ourselves, life. Therapy can be a place to work through and shift these thoughts and help discover your true Self in the world. I believe our strongest resources for survival and living life are hiding within us, waiting to be revealed.
Hello! Looking for a confidence booster, a sounding board, someone to listen to your story? Experiencing coping issues, anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem? Struggling in a relationship with others, yourself? The possibility for relief awaits discovery. Research claims that much of our pain and suffering comes from our past experiences which may influence how we think and feel about ourselves, life. Therapy can be a place to work through and shift these thoughts and help discover your true Self in the world. I believe our strongest resources for survival and living life are hiding within us, waiting to be revealed.
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.
Rebecca Elizabeth Moir-Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Life can be a challenge at times and finding a comfortable place to discuss it can be difficult. Providing that space of safety and trust is where we will begin your journey towards your most enjoyable life. I really enjoy working with Children, Teens, Couples, Adults, and Families using therapeutic modalities such as: DBT, CBT, EMDR and Gottman couples therapy. Additionally, I am certified in EMDR. Through the use of EMDR, healing is possible from small traumas to Big Traumas. EMDR can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression and grief, to name a few. Together, we can create a more effective and satisfying life for you.
Life can be a challenge at times and finding a comfortable place to discuss it can be difficult. Providing that space of safety and trust is where we will begin your journey towards your most enjoyable life. I really enjoy working with Children, Teens, Couples, Adults, and Families using therapeutic modalities such as: DBT, CBT, EMDR and Gottman couples therapy. Additionally, I am certified in EMDR. Through the use of EMDR, healing is possible from small traumas to Big Traumas. EMDR can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression and grief, to name a few. Together, we can create a more effective and satisfying life for you.
Marian A Willingham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Are you seeking a safe theraputic environment where you can resolve issues, deal with internal emotional conflicts, heal and move forward in life? I can help you. In my private practice, I provide my clients with real help and real hope so you can recover and discover the person you were meant to be.
Are you seeking a safe theraputic environment where you can resolve issues, deal with internal emotional conflicts, heal and move forward in life? I can help you. In my private practice, I provide my clients with real help and real hope so you can recover and discover the person you were meant to be.
Nicholas Cline
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Offering teIe-therapy & In Person Sessions for Individuals & Couples in San Luis Obispo. Both individuals and couples experience issues and challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential. It is my goal to explore these with you and find ways to help cope, accept or overcome these. With couples we work on better communication skills, and strengthening the bond that you have together. I work with individuals that are experiencing anxiety and depression and other issues related to mental health. Ultimately I want you to succeed, I have additional training and experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Offering teIe-therapy & In Person Sessions for Individuals & Couples in San Luis Obispo. Both individuals and couples experience issues and challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential. It is my goal to explore these with you and find ways to help cope, accept or overcome these. With couples we work on better communication skills, and strengthening the bond that you have together. I work with individuals that are experiencing anxiety and depression and other issues related to mental health. Ultimately I want you to succeed, I have additional training and experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
I'm a clinical psychologist practicing with those who suffer from loneliness, anxiety, obsessions, trauma, anger, aloofness, issues of identity and intimacy, difficult life circumstances, and many other problems. While I greatly value knowledge about psychopathology, I find a strictly diagnosis-based approach to be limiting. Instead, we might be curious together about the many aspects of life that bear on your particular suffering. This broad exploration and discovery can only happen in a safe and confidential relationship. I feel so privileged when someone chooses to reveal themselves to me on these deeply personal levels.
I'm a clinical psychologist practicing with those who suffer from loneliness, anxiety, obsessions, trauma, anger, aloofness, issues of identity and intimacy, difficult life circumstances, and many other problems. While I greatly value knowledge about psychopathology, I find a strictly diagnosis-based approach to be limiting. Instead, we might be curious together about the many aspects of life that bear on your particular suffering. This broad exploration and discovery can only happen in a safe and confidential relationship. I feel so privileged when someone chooses to reveal themselves to me on these deeply personal levels.
Vicki M Matthews
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, PCCI
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
Are you feeling a loss of joy in your life? Are you depressed, anxious, and emotional? Do you have problems with drugs or alcohol and suffering alone? I can help! I am a compassionate, empathetic and motivated Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling who wants to be a part of restoring the happiness in those struggling with life difficulties in my own community. I believe in a creative solution-focused and strength based approach to therapy. Together, I will help you identify fitting healing interventions; finding the source of your concerns and issues in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive atmosphere.
Are you feeling a loss of joy in your life? Are you depressed, anxious, and emotional? Do you have problems with drugs or alcohol and suffering alone? I can help! I am a compassionate, empathetic and motivated Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling who wants to be a part of restoring the happiness in those struggling with life difficulties in my own community. I believe in a creative solution-focused and strength based approach to therapy. Together, I will help you identify fitting healing interventions; finding the source of your concerns and issues in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive atmosphere.
Paula Defrisco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Waitlist for new clients
I am a San Luis Obispo therapist working extensively with adolescents, college students, adults and couples who struggle with relationship issues or who have experienced sexual abuse or domestic violence in their lives. I have also helped numerous clients struggling with depression or anxiety. I am practical and supportive in my approach. My focus has always been trauma work, and I feel great respect and admiration for my clients who have allowed me to be part of their journey to gain feelings of empowerment in their lives. Please click on my website for more information about my practice.
I am a San Luis Obispo therapist working extensively with adolescents, college students, adults and couples who struggle with relationship issues or who have experienced sexual abuse or domestic violence in their lives. I have also helped numerous clients struggling with depression or anxiety. I am practical and supportive in my approach. My focus has always been trauma work, and I feel great respect and admiration for my clients who have allowed me to be part of their journey to gain feelings of empowerment in their lives. Please click on my website for more information about my practice.
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.
