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I offer counseling, art therapy, or a combination of the two, depending on your needs and preferences.
Helping children, teens, and adults develop the capacity to live full, healthy lives is my focus. I bring warmth, openness, and a whole-person, collaborative approach to support individuals, as they work through their challenges and create tools to move forward and thrive. If you or your child are experiencing anxiety, depression, academic/workplace pressures, difficulties with family or relationships, developmental or medical challenges, life transitions, trauma histories, or simply that hard-to-place sense of feeling stuck, disconnected, or unfulfilled, we may be a great fit.
I offer counseling, art therapy, or a combination of the two, depending on your needs and preferences.
Helping children, teens, and adults develop the capacity to live full, healthy lives is my focus. I bring warmth, openness, and a whole-person, collaborative approach to support individuals, as they work through their challenges and create tools to move forward and thrive. If you or your child are experiencing anxiety, depression, academic/workplace pressures, difficulties with family or relationships, developmental or medical challenges, life transitions, trauma histories, or simply that hard-to-place sense of feeling stuck, disconnected, or unfulfilled, we may be a great fit.
Lesley Carol Andrews-Wise
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93402
Looking for more joy and meaning in life? Using an eclectic approach, I work with adults and young adults to discover their natural strengths. P art 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. P art 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.
Sessions with me are focused, light-hearted, insightful and I will help you to directly and immediately gain insight and healing around the issues that cause you distress. Currently accepting short-term clients who are open and ready for immediate positive emotional, mental, or relational shifts. .
Sessions with me are focused, light-hearted, insightful and I will help you to directly and immediately gain insight and healing around the issues that cause you distress. Currently accepting short-term clients who are open and ready for immediate positive emotional, mental, or relational shifts. .
I enjoy working with individuals - children, teens, and adults
I enjoy working with individuals - children, teens, and adults
Karen McGuffey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93402 (Online Only)
Are you seeking a safe therapeutic environment where you can resolve issues, deal with internal emotional conflicts, heal and move forward in life. In my practice, I provide my clients with real help and real hope so they can recover and discover the person they were meant to be.
Are you seeking a safe therapeutic environment where you can resolve issues, deal with internal emotional conflicts, heal and move forward in life. In my practice, I provide my clients with real help and real hope so they can recover and discover the person they were meant to be.
Carla Savage-Sachs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Osos, CA 93402
I am currently accepting New Clients both in-person and online! Call today for a free consultation or to set up an initial appointment. I take a creative, individualized approach to counseling, helping clients develop healthier, more functional lives, heal from loss and change, and grow with confidence. I counsel individuals, couples, and families, aiding them in navigating anxiety, depression, relational and work distress, grief, and major life transitions. I find special joy in working with children and adolescents, fostering their unique voice, self-worth, and tools to handle anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues,
I am currently accepting New Clients both in-person and online! Call today for a free consultation or to set up an initial appointment. I take a creative, individualized approach to counseling, helping clients develop healthier, more functional lives, heal from loss and change, and grow with confidence. I counsel individuals, couples, and families, aiding them in navigating anxiety, depression, relational and work distress, grief, and major life transitions. I find special joy in working with children and adolescents, fostering their unique voice, self-worth, and tools to handle anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues,
Elizabeth Ariel Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Osos, CA 93402
NEW clients WELCOME! I’m Elizabeth, or Liz for short. I am experienced in working with trauma. This is a commonly used word and there are many definitions for it. What I mean is that I help people who have gone through events in their lives, whether singular or reoccurring, that have caused parts of their personality to separate from other parts. This could be experienced through relational conflict, addictive tendencies, dissociation, sex, drugs, procrastination, a lack of motivation, inner conflict, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping or eating. My approach is somatic and relational, working with what shows up in the present moment.
NEW clients WELCOME! I’m Elizabeth, or Liz for short. I am experienced in working with trauma. This is a commonly used word and there are many definitions for it. What I mean is that I help people who have gone through events in their lives, whether singular or reoccurring, that have caused parts of their personality to separate from other parts. This could be experienced through relational conflict, addictive tendencies, dissociation, sex, drugs, procrastination, a lack of motivation, inner conflict, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping or eating. My approach is somatic and relational, working with what shows up in the present moment.
Maddox Therapy and Associates
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Morro Bay, CA 93442
Maddox and Associates approach their individual work with enthusiasm, depth, and passion for improving the quality of life of the individuals they serve. They provide a place to explore questions and sort through feelings of confusion and conflict, clearing the path to more fulfilling, satisfying experiences. They are supportive, down-to-earth, and always interested in harnessing your strengths and resiliency.
Maddox and Associates approach their individual work with enthusiasm, depth, and passion for improving the quality of life of the individuals they serve. They provide a place to explore questions and sort through feelings of confusion and conflict, clearing the path to more fulfilling, satisfying experiences. They are supportive, down-to-earth, and always interested in harnessing your strengths and resiliency.
Ashley Smith - Balasana Therapeutic Arts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, RYT200
Verified Verified
Los Osos, CA 93402
Expressive Arts Therapies and facilitation of dialogue between ‘Selves’ is identified by experts as p art of the new wave in treating trauma.
I have 20 years experience working with stressed and traumatized youth in the foster and probation systems; as a full-time therapist with County Mental Health for 12 years I gained much experience and training as a specialist in stress, trauma and sexual abuse. I’m excited to be available to serve parents, youth, and adults seeking to heal from developmental stress or trauma. I use directive, engaging and short-term interventions to facilitate your power to restore a sense of peace and control in your life. I want to help you create the life you know you deserve, you are not the problem and you will see, you can be the solution.
Expressive Arts Therapies and facilitation of dialogue between ‘Selves’ is identified by experts as p art of the new wave in treating trauma.
I have 20 years experience working with stressed and traumatized youth in the foster and probation systems; as a full-time therapist with County Mental Health for 12 years I gained much experience and training as a specialist in stress, trauma and sexual abuse. I’m excited to be available to serve parents, youth, and adults seeking to heal from developmental stress or trauma. I use directive, engaging and short-term interventions to facilitate your power to restore a sense of peace and control in your life. I want to help you create the life you know you deserve, you are not the problem and you will see, you can be the solution.
Michael Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Osos, CA 93402
Welcome. Whether for you or a loved one, taking this step can be difficult and is extremely commendable. You're not alone. My hope is to provide personalized therapy that highlights your strengths and builds your personal resources. I am here to listen and support my clients while compassionately crafting a plan tailored to your unique experiences and struggles, that aims to foster personal growth and self-discovery.
Welcome. Whether for you or a loved one, taking this step can be difficult and is extremely commendable. You're not alone. My hope is to provide personalized therapy that highlights your strengths and builds your personal resources. I am here to listen and support my clients while compassionately crafting a plan tailored to your unique experiences and struggles, that aims to foster personal growth and self-discovery.
Online Therapists
Dahkotahv Beckham
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
As an openly transgender therapist, I know it can be difficult to find the right person to confide in. Wanting to be loved and accepted doesn’t make you needy, or extra, or selfish, or weak. It makes you human. To me, you are not just some random psychology textbook or theory. In our work together, my focus is to build goals and a relationship where you feel comfortable exploring what you think, feel, want, and need. My style as a therapist is warm, relaxed, and conversational. I use playfulness, imagery, art, metaphors, curiosity, creativity, self-compassion, and humor when appropriate to support the therapeutic process.
As an openly transgender therapist, I know it can be difficult to find the right person to confide in. Wanting to be loved and accepted doesn’t make you needy, or extra, or selfish, or weak. It makes you human. To me, you are not just some random psychology textbook or theory. In our work together, my focus is to build goals and a relationship where you feel comfortable exploring what you think, feel, want, and need. My style as a therapist is warm, relaxed, and conversational. I use playfulness, imagery, art, metaphors, curiosity, creativity, self-compassion, and humor when appropriate to support the therapeutic process.
Amber Hollarman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atascadero, CA 93422
In working with children, I use play, art, and traditional talk therapy to understand a child's experience of their difficulties, and as modes of intervention.
I believe that each person has a unique self that must be respected, recognized and understood. My practice focuses on helping people understand their specific challenges, and utilizing their particular strengths in order to heal, change, and grow. I utilize a compassionate and empathetic approach that offers customized treatment to the specific needs/goals of each individual or family.
In working with children, I use play, art, and traditional talk therapy to understand a child's experience of their difficulties, and as modes of intervention.
I believe that each person has a unique self that must be respected, recognized and understood. My practice focuses on helping people understand their specific challenges, and utilizing their particular strengths in order to heal, change, and grow. I utilize a compassionate and empathetic approach that offers customized treatment to the specific needs/goals of each individual or family.
I am a trained EMDR therapist for patients with trauma (accidents, abuse, grief and loss) and specialize in Art Therapy where CBT is often used through art therapy directives as the art acts as an alternative language, and helps people of all ages explore emotions.
My name is Dr. Linnea Hagens, a clinical psychological associate for Dr. Tammy Dobbs. I provide personalized therapy aimed to relieve emotional distress and develop goals of improving some aspects of your life. Therapy sessions include examining and gaining insight into life choices and difficulties faced.
I am a trained EMDR therapist for patients with trauma (accidents, abuse, grief and loss) and specialize in Art Therapy where CBT is often used through art therapy directives as the art acts as an alternative language, and helps people of all ages explore emotions.
My name is Dr. Linnea Hagens, a clinical psychological associate for Dr. Tammy Dobbs. I provide personalized therapy aimed to relieve emotional distress and develop goals of improving some aspects of your life. Therapy sessions include examining and gaining insight into life choices and difficulties faced.
My passion is helping children, adolescents and families overcome trauma, divorce, depression, anxiety, self-doubt and addiction. I welcome individuals and families to a safe nonjudgmental space with the goal of providing each client long lasting healing, personal growth and happiness. My therapeutic approach incorporates traditional talk therapy techniques complemented by therapeutic activities such as art, play, mindfulness exercises and music. I offer a holistic approach, this puts the client and their individual needs at the center of their treatment plan, while honoring the whole body; physically, emotionally and mentally.
My passion is helping children, adolescents and families overcome trauma, divorce, depression, anxiety, self-doubt and addiction. I welcome individuals and families to a safe nonjudgmental space with the goal of providing each client long lasting healing, personal growth and happiness. My therapeutic approach incorporates traditional talk therapy techniques complemented by therapeutic activities such as art, play, mindfulness exercises and music. I offer a holistic approach, this puts the client and their individual needs at the center of their treatment plan, while honoring the whole body; physically, emotionally and mentally.
Tanya Gutierrez is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee training under the supervision of Maryanne Duan (LMFT94176). She applies a humanistic and postmodern perspective in therapy by using empathy, collaboration, and acceptance to help individuals fulfill their potential and maximize their well-being. Tanya uses a variety of therapeutic approaches including behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and solution-focused approaches. She is open to working with multiple populations including adults, families, couples, children, and individuals, but specializes in children and adolescents incorporating play and art therapy.
Tanya Gutierrez is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee training under the supervision of Maryanne Duan (LMFT94176). She applies a humanistic and postmodern perspective in therapy by using empathy, collaboration, and acceptance to help individuals fulfill their potential and maximize their well-being. Tanya uses a variety of therapeutic approaches including behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and solution-focused approaches. She is open to working with multiple populations including adults, families, couples, children, and individuals, but specializes in children and adolescents incorporating play and art therapy.
Jenaii Gold Ph.D., MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Writing, art, and other creative endeavors is encouraged.
My work as a therapist is to meet each individual in her own process with understanding and compassion. My background is in family systems, Jungian psychology, art, and Buddhist practice. I specialize in treating clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and/or trauma and those who may have suffered for some time without relief. Depth therapy often includes work with dreams, EMDR, art, and sand tray. I enjoy working with people from diverse cultures and orientations. As a supervisor for 25 years, I also enjoy working with interns on their way to licensure. Buddhist mindfulness practice informs my life and work.
Writing, art, and other creative endeavors is encouraged.
My work as a therapist is to meet each individual in her own process with understanding and compassion. My background is in family systems, Jungian psychology, art, and Buddhist practice. I specialize in treating clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and/or trauma and those who may have suffered for some time without relief. Depth therapy often includes work with dreams, EMDR, art, and sand tray. I enjoy working with people from diverse cultures and orientations. As a supervisor for 25 years, I also enjoy working with interns on their way to licensure. Buddhist mindfulness practice informs my life and work.
As a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) I utilize play therapy and art in my sessions with children as young as 3.
Therapy is a process of healing, growth and change. The aim is to achieve lasting growth by helping you find ways of seeing, thinking and feeling that leave you more capable and prosperous. My passion is to help children, teens, couples and adults build on their strengths to reach their full potential. My style is compassionate, nonjudgmental and interactive.
As a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) I utilize play therapy and art in my sessions with children as young as 3.
Therapy is a process of healing, growth and change. The aim is to achieve lasting growth by helping you find ways of seeing, thinking and feeling that leave you more capable and prosperous. My passion is to help children, teens, couples and adults build on their strengths to reach their full potential. My style is compassionate, nonjudgmental and interactive.
Lindsay Beck
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
I specialize in providing mental health therapy services for the perinatal population including support for individuals and their partners struggling with infertility, the stress of ART and Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMAD's).
Is everyone getting pregnant around you and you've been trying for years? Are you stressed and tired going through assisted reproductive treatments? Did you have a baby and it’s not all you thought it would be? Are you struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety? Has the transition to parents been difficult on your relationship? You are NOT alone. Do you want a safe space to be validated, learn coping skills and be supported? I am here for you.
I specialize in providing mental health therapy services for the perinatal population including support for individuals and their partners struggling with infertility, the stress of ART and Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMAD's).
Is everyone getting pregnant around you and you've been trying for years? Are you stressed and tired going through assisted reproductive treatments? Did you have a baby and it’s not all you thought it would be? Are you struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety? Has the transition to parents been difficult on your relationship? You are NOT alone. Do you want a safe space to be validated, learn coping skills and be supported? I am here for you.
Art therapy combined with other theoretical approaches, such as Family Therapy and CBT can be used to address a wide range of issues, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Hello, I am Anna Vargas. I'm a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialty in Clinical Art Therapy. My focus is to help clients tap into their inner Superhero so they can conquer obstacles that come their way, whether it be stress, life transitions, relationship issues, working through family of origin, or trauma. Adults, Young adults, families, and Women's issues have been a focus in my practice, life transition, menopause issues, Relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress.
Art therapy combined with other theoretical approaches, such as Family Therapy and CBT can be used to address a wide range of issues, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Hello, I am Anna Vargas. I'm a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialty in Clinical Art Therapy. My focus is to help clients tap into their inner Superhero so they can conquer obstacles that come their way, whether it be stress, life transitions, relationship issues, working through family of origin, or trauma. Adults, Young adults, families, and Women's issues have been a focus in my practice, life transition, menopause issues, Relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress.
Paige Lynn Dickman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR, CTC
Verified Verified
Carmel By The Sea, CA 93923
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist who has spent 20 years practicing mindfulness and meditation.
When we experience transition, loss, find ourselves in cycles of addictive behaviors, or find we've lost our center, no matter what age or stage of life, this life can feel overwhelming. He art centered, skillful guidance and support can help us find renewal, peace and wholeness in the midst of life's most challenging circumstances.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist who has spent 20 years practicing mindfulness and meditation.
When we experience transition, loss, find ourselves in cycles of addictive behaviors, or find we've lost our center, no matter what age or stage of life, this life can feel overwhelming. He art centered, skillful guidance and support can help us find renewal, peace and wholeness in the midst of life's most challenging circumstances.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.