Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Marie Schur
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who approaches their challenges with a readiness to confront and understand themselves on a profound level. They courageously grapple with issues surrounding mood, trauma, and stress, demonstrating a genuine willingness to engage in the therapeutic process. Their overarching goal is clear – they aspire to enhance their lives, seeking a path toward greater well-being and authenticity.
My ideal client is someone who approaches their challenges with a readiness to confront and understand themselves on a profound level. They courageously grapple with issues surrounding mood, trauma, and stress, demonstrating a genuine willingness to engage in the therapeutic process. Their overarching goal is clear – they aspire to enhance their lives, seeking a path toward greater well-being and authenticity.
(805) 600-8281 View (805) 600-8281
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Maria Castellano-Hsia
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 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
(805) 519-7590 View (805) 519-7590
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Debra Muse
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
You don't have to solve life's difficulties and navigate personal changes alone! I will work with you in a collaborative, supportive and safe environment to help you to feel better about yourself and your life. We can identify what is not "working"/problem areas as well as what is "working"/your strengths and move toward the positive changes you would like in your self and your life!
You don't have to solve life's difficulties and navigate personal changes alone! I will work with you in a collaborative, supportive and safe environment to help you to feel better about yourself and your life. We can identify what is not "working"/problem areas as well as what is "working"/your strengths and move toward the positive changes you would like in your self and your life!
(805) 283-6178 View (805) 283-6178
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Breezy Simpson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I offer a compassionate approach to help individuals overcome the challenges of depression, heal from trauma, and navigate life transitions. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, a highly effective method of therapy proven to help individuals process and heal from trauma and distressing life events.
I offer a compassionate approach to help individuals overcome the challenges of depression, heal from trauma, and navigate life transitions. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, a highly effective method of therapy proven to help individuals process and heal from trauma and distressing life events.
(805) 210-8754 View (805) 210-8754
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Renee Chaffin
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Life can be challenging and full of obstacles that can seem overwhelming or impossible to overcome. Compassionately, I will support and guide you through your unique mental health journey, bringing restoration and peace to your life. Together, we can explore your strengths and develop personalized strategies to enhance coping skills for promoting overall wellness and growth. I aim to empower you along your mental health journey and support you in achieving your goals. Working collaboratively, you can discover new ways of living to bring about healing, self-discovery and personal growth.
Life can be challenging and full of obstacles that can seem overwhelming or impossible to overcome. Compassionately, I will support and guide you through your unique mental health journey, bringing restoration and peace to your life. Together, we can explore your strengths and develop personalized strategies to enhance coping skills for promoting overall wellness and growth. I aim to empower you along your mental health journey and support you in achieving your goals. Working collaboratively, you can discover new ways of living to bring about healing, self-discovery and personal growth.
(805) 262-9460 View (805) 262-9460
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Deborah (Debbie) Jeanne Whitney
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.
(805) 567-7057 View (805) 567-7057
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Rebecca Panarra
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, APCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
When working together, my aim is to create an environment rich in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration with my clients. I offer a diverse range of skills and experiences within a warm and welcoming environment. I enjoy working with individuals of diverse ages, couples and families from various cultural backgrounds. I tailor a range of approaches to meet your unique needs and through these techniques, I empower clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, fostering personal growth and resilience.
When working together, my aim is to create an environment rich in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration with my clients. I offer a diverse range of skills and experiences within a warm and welcoming environment. I enjoy working with individuals of diverse ages, couples and families from various cultural backgrounds. I tailor a range of approaches to meet your unique needs and through these techniques, I empower clients to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, fostering personal growth and resilience.
(805) 394-1628 View (805) 394-1628
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Sarah Medzyk
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
The difficulties of everyday life can sometimes become overwhelming. When on top of those difficulties we add the stresses of illness, anxiety, depression, our identity, our love lives and more-we can easily feel burdened to our breaking point. We just don't feel heard. Sometimes these situations can linger for months or years, making it hard to meet our obligations and live our lives in the way we would like. However, those difficulties and stresses don't need to define who we are-or where we're going. It's my goal as a therapist to help you tell your story.
The difficulties of everyday life can sometimes become overwhelming. When on top of those difficulties we add the stresses of illness, anxiety, depression, our identity, our love lives and more-we can easily feel burdened to our breaking point. We just don't feel heard. Sometimes these situations can linger for months or years, making it hard to meet our obligations and live our lives in the way we would like. However, those difficulties and stresses don't need to define who we are-or where we're going. It's my goal as a therapist to help you tell your story.
(805) 516-0323 View (805) 516-0323
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Amber Hullibarger & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Welcome! I have a passion for empowering women to feel confident, capable, and connected. While exploring your past and present experiences we will learn how they interfere with who you want to be. I specialize in freeing women from anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, unhealthy relationships, family of origin issues, and difficult life transitions. My approach creates a safe environment to manage fears, negative self-talk, and societal pressures. I will help you shed old beliefs and patterns, discover your own desires and needs, and live the life you want to be living.
Welcome! I have a passion for empowering women to feel confident, capable, and connected. While exploring your past and present experiences we will learn how they interfere with who you want to be. I specialize in freeing women from anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, unhealthy relationships, family of origin issues, and difficult life transitions. My approach creates a safe environment to manage fears, negative self-talk, and societal pressures. I will help you shed old beliefs and patterns, discover your own desires and needs, and live the life you want to be living.
(805) 316-7357 View (805) 316-7357
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Leah DeRose
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Using a combination of therapeutic techniques I am able to help support you to identify and process through areas in your life that you feel are impacted negatively. Whether you're grappling with stress, anxiety, or self-doubt, I provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions and aspirations. Drawing from evidence-based practices and my experience, I offer an approach that integrates psychological insight with practical strategies. Together, we will identify your strengths, clarify your values, and cultivate resilience to thrive in both your personal and professional life.
Using a combination of therapeutic techniques I am able to help support you to identify and process through areas in your life that you feel are impacted negatively. Whether you're grappling with stress, anxiety, or self-doubt, I provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions and aspirations. Drawing from evidence-based practices and my experience, I offer an approach that integrates psychological insight with practical strategies. Together, we will identify your strengths, clarify your values, and cultivate resilience to thrive in both your personal and professional life.
(805) 293-7481 View (805) 293-7481
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Sara Anne Powers
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, BA, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
As a parent, if your child/teen is struggling, you can often feel helpless, not knowing what you can or "should" do to help them. Therapy offers a space for your child/teen to work through difficult feelings that are getting in the way of them being able to move through the developmental tasks, that allow them to grow up confident and strong. While talk therapy is a part of my practice, for most children, and even teens, play is their primary language. Your child/teen will have the safe space they need to work through their issues, in a way that feels comfortable and accessible to them, while building skills and confidence.
As a parent, if your child/teen is struggling, you can often feel helpless, not knowing what you can or "should" do to help them. Therapy offers a space for your child/teen to work through difficult feelings that are getting in the way of them being able to move through the developmental tasks, that allow them to grow up confident and strong. While talk therapy is a part of my practice, for most children, and even teens, play is their primary language. Your child/teen will have the safe space they need to work through their issues, in a way that feels comfortable and accessible to them, while building skills and confidence.
(805) 590-2976 View (805) 590-2976
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Theodore Armstrong
MD
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401  (Online Only)
The problems have been chronic and disabling, and very real. Not "all in your head." If you are reading this, chances are you've seen doctors and other providers, tests have been run, diagnoses have been proposed, and treatments have been attempted, but all to no avail. I would like to introduce a new paradigm, drawing on the role of the brain and nervous system in regulating the state of the body. Whether you have chronic pain, a functional disorder, or other medically unexplained symptoms, there is hope for recovery under the psychophysiologic (mind-body) paradigm.
The problems have been chronic and disabling, and very real. Not "all in your head." If you are reading this, chances are you've seen doctors and other providers, tests have been run, diagnoses have been proposed, and treatments have been attempted, but all to no avail. I would like to introduce a new paradigm, drawing on the role of the brain and nervous system in regulating the state of the body. Whether you have chronic pain, a functional disorder, or other medically unexplained symptoms, there is hope for recovery under the psychophysiologic (mind-body) paradigm.
(805) 422-7855 View (805) 422-7855
Rebecca Kohle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Rebecca is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Rebecca is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
(805) 457-4509 View (805) 457-4509
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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.
(805) 316-7173 View (805) 316-7173
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Michelle Lopeman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Hi, my name is Shelly Lopeman. I have a passion for therapy and what it can do for a person and their healing. My philosophy is that each one of us has a purpose and we are striving to achieve many of the same basic needs which are to be loved, to be accepted, to gain self-efficacy, and to realize that we have the ability to heal within.
Hi, my name is Shelly Lopeman. I have a passion for therapy and what it can do for a person and their healing. My philosophy is that each one of us has a purpose and we are striving to achieve many of the same basic needs which are to be loved, to be accepted, to gain self-efficacy, and to realize that we have the ability to heal within.
(805) 590-5726 View (805) 590-5726
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Ron Huxley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Faith-Based Therapy for Anxiety and Trauma! I have Telehealth (M-Th) and In-Person options available (W/Th only). Are you seeking faith-based therapy to address anxiety and trauma? With 30+ years of experience, I integrate traditional mental health tools with Christian Inner Healing principles to facilitate the transformation you desire. I will provide a unique blend of spiritual and psychological support. Together, we will work towards bringing hope and wellness to your life and relationships.
Faith-Based Therapy for Anxiety and Trauma! I have Telehealth (M-Th) and In-Person options available (W/Th only). Are you seeking faith-based therapy to address anxiety and trauma? With 30+ years of experience, I integrate traditional mental health tools with Christian Inner Healing principles to facilitate the transformation you desire. I will provide a unique blend of spiritual and psychological support. Together, we will work towards bringing hope and wellness to your life and relationships.
(805) 515-3820 View (805) 515-3820
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Ann Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Ann is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Ann is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
(805) 465-6403 View (805) 465-6403
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Summer Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, IMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405  (Online Only)
Anxiety, shame, and chronic guilt; you don’t know how to relax, and you probably don’t sleep very well. The perfectionism is crippling, and you're exhausted. Maybe you're a people-pleaser with terrible boundaries, or a former “gifted and talented” kid, or a child of immigrants always reaching for "good enough." Your inner critic is loud. Anxious perfectionism may also show up as body tension and panic attacks; procrastination and indecision; an overwhelming to-do list; and difficulty in relationships. Perfectionists don't already do things perfectly—they feel like they HAVE to do better, but they’re ALWAYS falling short.
Anxiety, shame, and chronic guilt; you don’t know how to relax, and you probably don’t sleep very well. The perfectionism is crippling, and you're exhausted. Maybe you're a people-pleaser with terrible boundaries, or a former “gifted and talented” kid, or a child of immigrants always reaching for "good enough." Your inner critic is loud. Anxious perfectionism may also show up as body tension and panic attacks; procrastination and indecision; an overwhelming to-do list; and difficulty in relationships. Perfectionists don't already do things perfectly—they feel like they HAVE to do better, but they’re ALWAYS falling short.
(805) 303-8571 View (805) 303-8571
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Cristy Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Life creates obstacles causing painful emotions, confusion, and disconnection. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, an eating disorder, or daily coping skills, you might wonder how you will overcome such obstacles. With my unique approach to therapy, we will focus on your personal strengths, identify unconscious patterned behaviors, and guide you to a more fulfilling life. My mission is to encourage all beings to fearlessly honor who they are, find the tools necessary to freely live as the person they want to be, and to engage in their relationships with true connection.
Life creates obstacles causing painful emotions, confusion, and disconnection. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, an eating disorder, or daily coping skills, you might wonder how you will overcome such obstacles. With my unique approach to therapy, we will focus on your personal strengths, identify unconscious patterned behaviors, and guide you to a more fulfilling life. My mission is to encourage all beings to fearlessly honor who they are, find the tools necessary to freely live as the person they want to be, and to engage in their relationships with true connection.
(805) 440-5608 View (805) 440-5608
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Emma Carr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Waitlist for new clients
Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed and finding it difficult to achieve daily tasks that used to be so easy? Maybe past traumas have been interrupting your sleep, relationships, career, and you don't know how to manage these traumas? Maybe you want understanding and to break generational toxic behaviors that have worked against you? Maybe you witnessed or experienced an extreme event that is affecting you, but have no idea where to start? I get it, life is not easy, and maybe you are at a point you just need to talk to someone who is non-biased and non judgmental. I am happy to be that person to talk too!
Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed and finding it difficult to achieve daily tasks that used to be so easy? Maybe past traumas have been interrupting your sleep, relationships, career, and you don't know how to manage these traumas? Maybe you want understanding and to break generational toxic behaviors that have worked against you? Maybe you witnessed or experienced an extreme event that is affecting you, but have no idea where to start? I get it, life is not easy, and maybe you are at a point you just need to talk to someone who is non-biased and non judgmental. I am happy to be that person to talk too!
(805) 429-8213 View (805) 429-8213

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Number of Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

400+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
85% Depression
79% Relationship Issues
76% Trauma and PTSD
76% Self Esteem
67% Coping Skills
65% Stress

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

49% Aetna
38% Other
36% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA see their clients

76% In Person and Online
24% Online Only

Gender breakdown

81% Female
17% Male
2% Non-Binary