Therapists in 93401
Lesley Carol Andrews-Wise
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Looking for more joy and meaning in life? Using an eclectic approach, I work with adults and young adults to discover their natural strengths. Part of being human includes being confronted with obstacles that hinder our wellbeing and meaning in life. I enjoy assisting people in creating ways to remove those obstacles. Even in the midst of little hope, I think we all need to be reminded of the joy and wonder in life.
Looking for more joy and meaning in life? Using an eclectic approach, I work with adults and young adults to discover their natural strengths. Part of being human includes being confronted with obstacles that hinder our wellbeing and meaning in life. I enjoy assisting people in creating ways to remove those obstacles. Even in the midst of little hope, I think we all need to be reminded of the joy and wonder in life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been working in the field for over 15-years. I have an extensive background in treating first responders and working within the legal system. I believe in taking a direct approach to help you heal and move forward. I will walk with you every step of the way. I do not believe that you need to be in therapy for a lifetime. In fact, my goal is to help you move forward by providing you the tools and insight you need to live a fulfilling life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been working in the field for over 15-years. I have an extensive background in treating first responders and working within the legal system. I believe in taking a direct approach to help you heal and move forward. I will walk with you every step of the way. I do not believe that you need to be in therapy for a lifetime. In fact, my goal is to help you move forward by providing you the tools and insight you need to live a fulfilling life.
My 25+ years of experience and my warm, non-judgmental approach enable me to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. I create a safe space to express emotions and help clients get to the root of their challenges. I teach clients healthy coping strategies, communication skills, boundary-setting, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices to increase emotional balance, navigate stressful life transitions, and improve relationships.
My 25+ years of experience and my warm, non-judgmental approach enable me to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. I create a safe space to express emotions and help clients get to the root of their challenges. I teach clients healthy coping strategies, communication skills, boundary-setting, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices to increase emotional balance, navigate stressful life transitions, and improve relationships.
As a therapist, I help people in the San Luis Obispo community navigate life changes and find balance, emotional health and mental well-being. Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, grief or loss, my goal is to provide a supportive environment for exploration and emotional healing. Additionally, I strive to build healthy relationships with my clients and equip them with self-care resources that can provide support during therapy and beyond. Therapy can offer both immediate and long-lasting results. I am also available to offer therapy to anyone in the state of California through confidential tele-therapy.
As a therapist, I help people in the San Luis Obispo community navigate life changes and find balance, emotional health and mental well-being. Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, grief or loss, my goal is to provide a supportive environment for exploration and emotional healing. Additionally, I strive to build healthy relationships with my clients and equip them with self-care resources that can provide support during therapy and beyond. Therapy can offer both immediate and long-lasting results. I am also available to offer therapy to anyone in the state of California through confidential tele-therapy.
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.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step" - Lao Tzu. Having the courage to work on yourself to reach your full potential does not have to happen alone. As a psychologist and cancer survivor, I've experienced physical and emotional challenges that led to positive and healthy lifestyle changes. I hope to use these experiences to help others on their journey with emotional issues, chronic medical conditions, grief, life transition issues, or those who want to improve nutrition and lifestyle. I hope to walk this journey with you in order to facilitate growth and healing.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step" - Lao Tzu. Having the courage to work on yourself to reach your full potential does not have to happen alone. As a psychologist and cancer survivor, I've experienced physical and emotional challenges that led to positive and healthy lifestyle changes. I hope to use these experiences to help others on their journey with emotional issues, chronic medical conditions, grief, life transition issues, or those who want to improve nutrition and lifestyle. I hope to walk this journey with you in order to facilitate growth and healing.
Dr. Aponte is a forensic psychologist and owner of Aponte Forensic Psychology, a specialized practice providing forensic (criminal, civil) psychological evaluations, as well as trial consultation services and education / coaching for attorneys. Areas of assessment include psychopathology, personality, criminal responsibility/mitigation, mental status at the time of offense, competence to stand trial, violence risk, and sexual recidivism risk. She regularly provides expert witness testimony across the state of California.
Dr. Aponte is a forensic psychologist and owner of Aponte Forensic Psychology, a specialized practice providing forensic (criminal, civil) psychological evaluations, as well as trial consultation services and education / coaching for attorneys. Areas of assessment include psychopathology, personality, criminal responsibility/mitigation, mental status at the time of offense, competence to stand trial, violence risk, and sexual recidivism risk. She regularly provides expert witness testimony across the state of California.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist offering both tele-health and in-person therapy for individuals, families, couples, and relationships of any kind. My current areas of focus include first responders; ENM relationship dynamics; individuals suffering from PTSD, self harm/suicidal ideations; LGBTQ+; and family dynamics/communication.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist offering both tele-health and in-person therapy for individuals, families, couples, and relationships of any kind. My current areas of focus include first responders; ENM relationship dynamics; individuals suffering from PTSD, self harm/suicidal ideations; LGBTQ+; and family dynamics/communication.
Power of Play -- Child Centered
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MS, LMFT
5 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
When your child is hurting, it takes over everything. You see the tantrums, the shutdowns, the anxiety, and you just want to help, but nothing seems to work. I offer a warm, creative space where kids can play, express themselves, and start to feel better. Therapy can give them the tools to grow and give you the relief of knowing they are supported.
My name is Sara Powers, LMFT (lic. 153214), founder of Power of Play: Child Centered Therapy. Let’s work together to help your child feel more like themself again!
When your child is hurting, it takes over everything. You see the tantrums, the shutdowns, the anxiety, and you just want to help, but nothing seems to work. I offer a warm, creative space where kids can play, express themselves, and start to feel better. Therapy can give them the tools to grow and give you the relief of knowing they are supported.
My name is Sara Powers, LMFT (lic. 153214), founder of Power of Play: Child Centered Therapy. Let’s work together to help your child feel more like themself again!
Rebecca Velasquez Therapy & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Do you or a loved one feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief or life transitions? Struggling to find balance or healing amidst the daily demands of work, college, family, or personal life? You are not alone — and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
At Rebecca Velasquez, LCSW & Associates, our team of clinicians provides a compassionate, client-centered space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. We work with adults, teens, and children; individuals, couples & families. Our clinicians are not just skilled therapists — we compassionate allies who are fully invested in your growth.
Do you or a loved one feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief or life transitions? Struggling to find balance or healing amidst the daily demands of work, college, family, or personal life? You are not alone — and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
At Rebecca Velasquez, LCSW & Associates, our team of clinicians provides a compassionate, client-centered space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. We work with adults, teens, and children; individuals, couples & families. Our clinicians are not just skilled therapists — we compassionate allies who are fully invested in your growth.
Parenting can be one of the most meaningful and challenging roles we take on, When behavior concerns, emotional struggles, or family transitions arise, it's easy to feel overwhelmed or "unsure" of the right next step. I work with parents, who want practical tools, deeper understanding, and steady guidance to support their children with confidence. I also specialize in child centered divorce and separation support. Divorce can be deeply stressful for children when conflict, uncertainty or loyalty binds take hold. I help parents keep their child's emotional wellbeing at the center and develop healthy co-parentlng strategies.
Parenting can be one of the most meaningful and challenging roles we take on, When behavior concerns, emotional struggles, or family transitions arise, it's easy to feel overwhelmed or "unsure" of the right next step. I work with parents, who want practical tools, deeper understanding, and steady guidance to support their children with confidence. I also specialize in child centered divorce and separation support. Divorce can be deeply stressful for children when conflict, uncertainty or loyalty binds take hold. I help parents keep their child's emotional wellbeing at the center and develop healthy co-parentlng strategies.
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? You long for change and healing.
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? You long for change and healing.
Community Counseling Center of San Luis Obispo Co
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AMFT, APCC
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Life consistently delivers challenges, new horizons, and opportunities to transform. If you’re wanting to attend to your inner world and entertain breakthroughs to better mental health and personal growth, affordably, look no further than the Community Counseling Center (CCC) of San Luis Obispo County.
Since 1968 CCC has been a mental health safety net for those with mild to moderate symptoms seeking affordable, professional psychotherapy options. We treat a wide range of presentations, including: anxiety, depression, family/couples/relationship related issues, grief, phase of life, adjustment, trauma, self esteem , and identity.
Life consistently delivers challenges, new horizons, and opportunities to transform. If you’re wanting to attend to your inner world and entertain breakthroughs to better mental health and personal growth, affordably, look no further than the Community Counseling Center (CCC) of San Luis Obispo County.
Since 1968 CCC has been a mental health safety net for those with mild to moderate symptoms seeking affordable, professional psychotherapy options. We treat a wide range of presentations, including: anxiety, depression, family/couples/relationship related issues, grief, phase of life, adjustment, trauma, self esteem , and identity.
Therapy with me is a space to slow down, get curious, & reconnect with yourself. We’ll explore your story, patterns, and information from your body to support healing.
I work with folks from all walks of life who are ready to better understand themselves and what supports their healing. As a somatically trained therapist, I incorporate mindfulness and focus on nervous system support to enrich insight.
With over a decade of experience, I'm grounded, relational, and insight-oriented. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or seeking deeper wellbeing, I’m here to support you in creating meaningful change. Lets get curious!
Therapy with me is a space to slow down, get curious, & reconnect with yourself. We’ll explore your story, patterns, and information from your body to support healing.
I work with folks from all walks of life who are ready to better understand themselves and what supports their healing. As a somatically trained therapist, I incorporate mindfulness and focus on nervous system support to enrich insight.
With over a decade of experience, I'm grounded, relational, and insight-oriented. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or seeking deeper wellbeing, I’m here to support you in creating meaningful change. Lets get curious!
If you’ve ever felt trapped by anxiety, OCD, sleepless nights, or the pressure to be perfect—you’re not alone. I offer therapy for people ages 16-65, giving you practical tools and real support so you can feel lighter, calmer, and more in control.
I know that finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. Scrolling through countless profiles can create its own stress: What if I pick the wrong one? What if it doesn’t work? If you’re here reading this and wrestling with those thoughts, I want to help make it easier.
If you’ve ever felt trapped by anxiety, OCD, sleepless nights, or the pressure to be perfect—you’re not alone. I offer therapy for people ages 16-65, giving you practical tools and real support so you can feel lighter, calmer, and more in control.
I know that finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. Scrolling through countless profiles can create its own stress: What if I pick the wrong one? What if it doesn’t work? If you’re here reading this and wrestling with those thoughts, I want to help make it easier.
Sooner or later, we all need some help. You're wise to seek out a professional who can help you gain clarity and direction. I know you're struggling now, but I'm excited about how much better things can be for you. Modern life is certainly generating a lot of anxiety & depression, and taking a heavy toll. I'm here to help you get through these difficult times. My primary focus is helping young and midlife professionals get grounded, gain clarity, and build strong confidence in themselves. My approach to therapy is compassionate, interactive, focused on new perspectives, working through emotions, and skill building.
Sooner or later, we all need some help. You're wise to seek out a professional who can help you gain clarity and direction. I know you're struggling now, but I'm excited about how much better things can be for you. Modern life is certainly generating a lot of anxiety & depression, and taking a heavy toll. I'm here to help you get through these difficult times. My primary focus is helping young and midlife professionals get grounded, gain clarity, and build strong confidence in themselves. My approach to therapy is compassionate, interactive, focused on new perspectives, working through emotions, and skill building.
Have you ever thought about your life as it relates to the happiness you experience rather than the problems that plague you? Let me help you sort those issues out, whether they involve moving past trauma or substance abuse or just developing a more balanced life, letting go of people pleasing behavior or learning to set boundaries. I bring life experience along with education and 5 years treating those with severe and persistent mental illness. I would like to help you open your heart to healing and begin to experience some peace and happiness in your life.
Have you ever thought about your life as it relates to the happiness you experience rather than the problems that plague you? Let me help you sort those issues out, whether they involve moving past trauma or substance abuse or just developing a more balanced life, letting go of people pleasing behavior or learning to set boundaries. I bring life experience along with education and 5 years treating those with severe and persistent mental illness. I would like to help you open your heart to healing and begin to experience some peace and happiness in your life.
Suffering is a common human experience, but I notice that the individuals who seek support during these times are the ones who typically grow. It is one of my greatest joys in life to watch individuals, couples, and families pursue lasting growth and change. As a therapist I provide a comfortable, safe environment for individuals, couples, and families to grow and work towards their goals.
Suffering is a common human experience, but I notice that the individuals who seek support during these times are the ones who typically grow. It is one of my greatest joys in life to watch individuals, couples, and families pursue lasting growth and change. As a therapist I provide a comfortable, safe environment for individuals, couples, and families to grow and work towards their goals.
Dr. Kristina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LPCC, LMFT, CMHC
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I specialize in two distinct but deeply connected areas. My academic research and clinical work have centered on religious trauma, including the process of psychological recovery from high-control religious groups and cultic systems. Through this work, I’ve explored how coercive belief structures shape identity, autonomy, and relational patterns long after a person has left the group.
I specialize in two distinct but deeply connected areas. My academic research and clinical work have centered on religious trauma, including the process of psychological recovery from high-control religious groups and cultic systems. Through this work, I’ve explored how coercive belief structures shape identity, autonomy, and relational patterns long after a person has left the group.
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.
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Number of Therapists in 93401
400+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 93401 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Health Anxiety |
| 91% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 81% | Relationship Issues |
| 78% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 63% | Aetna |
| 41% | Blue Shield |
| 41% | CenCal |
How Therapists in 93401 see their clients
| 71% | In Person and Online | |
| 29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |