Alex Kneeland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
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Accepting New Clients! Many people and couples reach a point where they feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in familiar patterns despite leading full, successful lives. I work with individuals and couples who are navigating the strain of long-term stress, responsibility, and relationship challenges that have slowly created distance or dissatisfaction. Therapy focuses on understanding these patterns and creating space for greater clarity, connection, and intentional change.
My work often centers on anxiety, relationship challenges, and the emotional impact of responsibility, performance, and long-term stress. Many clients come to me feeling burned out, emotionally shut down, or caught in cycles of overthinking, conflict, or avoidance that are beginning to affect their health, relationships, or sense of fulfillment.
I take a collaborative, structured approach that balances insight with practical tools. Sessions are thoughtful and focused, helping you better understand your internal patterns, improve communication, and build steadier emotional ground. The goal is not just symptom relief, but lasting clarity, connection, and forward movement.
Call or Email Alex Kneeland now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 430-6440
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $140
- Couple Sessions $150
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- CenCal
Alex Kneeland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 430-6440
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 148749 Supervised by Elizabeth Long (California / 53572) Alex Kneeland
- Attended Pepperdine University, MA in Clinical Psychology
Education and Years In Practice
Alex Kneeland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (805) 430-6440
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Stress
- Men's Issues
- Depression
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
Alex Kneeland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 430-6440
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Family / Marital
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Alex Kneeland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 430-6440
Location
Primary Location
SLO Integrative Therapies
1407 Garden St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 430-6440Email Me
Additional Location
Peace and Purpose Therapy
512 Paulding Circle
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 430-6440Nearby Areas
Alex Kneeland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 430-6440