Therapists in Atascadero, CA
Life can be so unfair and being human is incredibly difficult, yet there is also so much beauty in life to experience as well! It can be exhausting to feel like you have to put on a front and be filtered in order to do life while suffering. Learning to find a way to hold and make sense of these contradictions can be a painful, confusing and complicated process! We often view things as being “either/or” when much of life is actually "both/and." My desire is to create a safe place for you to JUST BE…unfiltered…to help process, and receive rest for your soul and mind in order to heal and live life as your best authentic self.
Life can be so unfair and being human is incredibly difficult, yet there is also so much beauty in life to experience as well! It can be exhausting to feel like you have to put on a front and be filtered in order to do life while suffering. Learning to find a way to hold and make sense of these contradictions can be a painful, confusing and complicated process! We often view things as being “either/or” when much of life is actually "both/and." My desire is to create a safe place for you to JUST BE…unfiltered…to help process, and receive rest for your soul and mind in order to heal and live life as your best authentic self.
I'm glad your curiosity about finding a therapist has led you here. My experience in mental health work includes Gestalt, CBT, psycho-dynamic, humanistic, client-centered, mindfulness based and self-acceptance training. Please call with specific questions. We may be a good fit if you are open to exploring your inner-space, learning new ways of thinking and new coping strategies, and connecting with your own personal wisdom while addressing life's inevitable challenges. I've been doing psychotherapy for 30 years and, in addition to seeing my private clients, I have supervised MFT and MSW interns in clinic settings.
I'm glad your curiosity about finding a therapist has led you here. My experience in mental health work includes Gestalt, CBT, psycho-dynamic, humanistic, client-centered, mindfulness based and self-acceptance training. Please call with specific questions. We may be a good fit if you are open to exploring your inner-space, learning new ways of thinking and new coping strategies, and connecting with your own personal wisdom while addressing life's inevitable challenges. I've been doing psychotherapy for 30 years and, in addition to seeing my private clients, I have supervised MFT and MSW interns in clinic settings.
Joe Ferra, M.S., LMFT45177 Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2006 Family Mediation Associates since 2006 Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
Joe Ferra, M.S., LMFT45177 Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2006 Family Mediation Associates since 2006 Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
I like to work at your pace in order to provide the necessary tools to manage your symptoms or concerns. That can look like learning healthy coping skills and/or habits, processing thoughts and feelings and how they affect ones behaviors, journaling, homework assignments or just simply talking things out. Therapy is not a one-size fits all as I work from a client-centered perspective.
I like to work at your pace in order to provide the necessary tools to manage your symptoms or concerns. That can look like learning healthy coping skills and/or habits, processing thoughts and feelings and how they affect ones behaviors, journaling, homework assignments or just simply talking things out. Therapy is not a one-size fits all as I work from a client-centered perspective.
I am here to support you in finding a path to healing that feels right for you. I strive to create a compassionate and safe space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we will 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 be able to create a foundation of health that leads you to thriving in your life.
I am here to support you in finding a path to healing that feels right for you. I strive to create a compassionate and safe space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we will 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 be able to create a foundation of health that leads you to thriving in your life.
Welcome, I'm Linda Braddy-Argano a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience helping individuals navigate life's complexities. I work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, and chronic illnesses. I also have an extensive background in providing services to first responders and their families. For some people, EMDR services are provided to process unresolved traumas, anxiety, and/or loss.
Welcome, I'm Linda Braddy-Argano a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience helping individuals navigate life's complexities. I work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, and chronic illnesses. I also have an extensive background in providing services to first responders and their families. For some people, EMDR services are provided to process unresolved traumas, anxiety, and/or loss.
I work with individuals and couples from the ages of 18 to 80-something. I like to help restore vitality to all sorts of relationships and life in general. I focus on assisting persons who want to make conscious choices for more satisfying living, and who want to develop positive and effective relationships and cope well with life challenges. My work is collaborative, is focused on the here and now and the achievement of a feeling of personal wholeness and satisfaction. I have 38 years of experience working positively with individuals and couples, including those affected by problems related to mental illness and/substance abuse.
I work with individuals and couples from the ages of 18 to 80-something. I like to help restore vitality to all sorts of relationships and life in general. I focus on assisting persons who want to make conscious choices for more satisfying living, and who want to develop positive and effective relationships and cope well with life challenges. My work is collaborative, is focused on the here and now and the achievement of a feeling of personal wholeness and satisfaction. I have 38 years of experience working positively with individuals and couples, including those affected by problems related to mental illness and/substance abuse.
I specialize in supporting women through the emotional and relational shifts that often accompany motherhood, including postpartum depression, anxiety, identity changes, and strain within partnerships. As a mother of four, I bring both clinical expertise and lived understanding to the work, with deep respect for the complexity of this season. I also work with women and families navigating NICU experiences, pregnancy loss, infertility, and other reproductive challenges, offering grounded, compassionate care during times of vulnerability and transition.
I specialize in supporting women through the emotional and relational shifts that often accompany motherhood, including postpartum depression, anxiety, identity changes, and strain within partnerships. As a mother of four, I bring both clinical expertise and lived understanding to the work, with deep respect for the complexity of this season. I also work with women and families navigating NICU experiences, pregnancy loss, infertility, and other reproductive challenges, offering grounded, compassionate care during times of vulnerability and transition.
My therapeutic approach prioritizes client-centered care, emphasizing strengths and humanistic principles to empower individuals to recognize their capacity for personal growth. I believe in the importance and power of the therapeutic relationship and how feeling heard, validated and supported can help towards one’s personal growth. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing therapeutic techniques and theories based on each individual and their unique needs. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults with trauma, PTSD and mood disorders.
My therapeutic approach prioritizes client-centered care, emphasizing strengths and humanistic principles to empower individuals to recognize their capacity for personal growth. I believe in the importance and power of the therapeutic relationship and how feeling heard, validated and supported can help towards one’s personal growth. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing therapeutic techniques and theories based on each individual and their unique needs. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults with trauma, PTSD and mood disorders.
Hi! My name’s Danielle Atencio; I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in San Luis Obispo, California, and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, substance abuse, and life transitions/challenges, using an eclectic blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing Techniques, and Mindfulness. I find that my style and approach to therapy is a good fit for individuals and couples who are looking for help in navigating the challenges of life, whether those challenges are internal and/or external.
Hi! My name’s Danielle Atencio; I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in San Luis Obispo, California, and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, substance abuse, and life transitions/challenges, using an eclectic blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing Techniques, and Mindfulness. I find that my style and approach to therapy is a good fit for individuals and couples who are looking for help in navigating the challenges of life, whether those challenges are internal and/or external.
Sometimes life's challenges feel daunting and overwhelming, causing us to struggle to find meaning and reconnect with ourselves and others when we feel disconnected. We may feel challenged and discouraged on our road to finding ourselves again and lonely in life's journey. You don't have to do it alone. Rebecca offers a creative, collaborative, depth oriented approach to healing. She is attentive and creates a warm inviting environment where you can truly find rest and a place to sort through these challenges. She is excited and honored in helping you find new beginnings, hope on reconnecting with yourself in a new fulfilling way,
Sometimes life's challenges feel daunting and overwhelming, causing us to struggle to find meaning and reconnect with ourselves and others when we feel disconnected. We may feel challenged and discouraged on our road to finding ourselves again and lonely in life's journey. You don't have to do it alone. Rebecca offers a creative, collaborative, depth oriented approach to healing. She is attentive and creates a warm inviting environment where you can truly find rest and a place to sort through these challenges. She is excited and honored in helping you find new beginnings, hope on reconnecting with yourself in a new fulfilling way,
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.
Hi, I am Dr. James Fishback, a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I have been working with adults and children in private practice, schools, prisons, outdoor settings, and courts for 33 years. My therapy approach is first to deal with any immediate stress to help set up support for my clients and then work on the cause and resolution of their problems and issues at a pace they select. I think my strengths as a therapist are working with individuals and couples who are ready to work on understanding and acknowledging how each of them contributes to their own issues and to the resolution of them.
Hi, I am Dr. James Fishback, a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I have been working with adults and children in private practice, schools, prisons, outdoor settings, and courts for 33 years. My therapy approach is first to deal with any immediate stress to help set up support for my clients and then work on the cause and resolution of their problems and issues at a pace they select. I think my strengths as a therapist are working with individuals and couples who are ready to work on understanding and acknowledging how each of them contributes to their own issues and to the resolution of them.
Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
Currently Accepting New Clients: I help people who are going through life transitions work through the things that hold them back. If you feel like you just can't get out off a rut, maybe because you have a negative belief or experience that holds you back. If you the "not good enough" or like messages in your head, I can help. The fact is, you do deserve to live the life you want. I can help you work through these messages so you can leave them behind. I have been there myself. It's challenging to move forward sometimes, but it's so worth it, and you don't have to go it alone. I can. help Please feel free to reach out.
Currently Accepting New Clients: I help people who are going through life transitions work through the things that hold them back. If you feel like you just can't get out off a rut, maybe because you have a negative belief or experience that holds you back. If you the "not good enough" or like messages in your head, I can help. The fact is, you do deserve to live the life you want. I can help you work through these messages so you can leave them behind. I have been there myself. It's challenging to move forward sometimes, but it's so worth it, and you don't have to go it alone. I can. help Please feel free to reach out.
I'm interested in your unique needs and helping you in the most indivualized way possible. I want to help you identify and reach your therapeutic goals, and put an end to self-sabatoging thoughts and behaviors. While therapy can often be hard work, it's worth it to feel better in your relationships with yourself and others. Beginning therapy can feel like a frightening step and I know how important the therapist-client relationship can be in working through issues together. Please note: I am not an "in-network" provider with any insurance companies. I am contracted with the EAP, Lyra.
I'm interested in your unique needs and helping you in the most indivualized way possible. I want to help you identify and reach your therapeutic goals, and put an end to self-sabatoging thoughts and behaviors. While therapy can often be hard work, it's worth it to feel better in your relationships with yourself and others. Beginning therapy can feel like a frightening step and I know how important the therapist-client relationship can be in working through issues together. Please note: I am not an "in-network" provider with any insurance companies. I am contracted with the EAP, Lyra.
Has life become overwhelming or unsatisfying. I have many years of experience working with individuals, families, couples and children ages 11 and up. Come in to learn how to find better communication, and a more productive and fulfilling life. Acquire information and skills to overcome anxiety, loneliness, sadness, resentment, anger and just plain feeling stuck. Find out how you, as an individual, can make a big difference in the way you and/or your relationships work. I do specialize in working with the whole family. Find out why the most stable and enlightened people get help before more serious problems arise.
Has life become overwhelming or unsatisfying. I have many years of experience working with individuals, families, couples and children ages 11 and up. Come in to learn how to find better communication, and a more productive and fulfilling life. Acquire information and skills to overcome anxiety, loneliness, sadness, resentment, anger and just plain feeling stuck. Find out how you, as an individual, can make a big difference in the way you and/or your relationships work. I do specialize in working with the whole family. Find out why the most stable and enlightened people get help before more serious problems arise.
I have been in private practice, in California for 35 years. The focus of my practice is psychotherapy with adults and adolescents and I also provide couples counseling. My patients come from personal referrals, other professionals, previous patients and internet advertising such as this listing. Through continuing education and consultation with colleagues I maintain a high quailty in the services I provide.
I have been in private practice, in California for 35 years. The focus of my practice is psychotherapy with adults and adolescents and I also provide couples counseling. My patients come from personal referrals, other professionals, previous patients and internet advertising such as this listing. Through continuing education and consultation with colleagues I maintain a high quailty in the services I provide.
We all have relationships that affect our lives. They can be friendships, spouses/partners, parents, children, work relationships, and so much more. Are you struggling with any relationships in your life? How are those relationships affecting the rest of your world? What about your kiddo? Are they struggling with BIG emotions or relationships?
We all have relationships that affect our lives. They can be friendships, spouses/partners, parents, children, work relationships, and so much more. Are you struggling with any relationships in your life? How are those relationships affecting the rest of your world? What about your kiddo? Are they struggling with BIG emotions or relationships?
I am a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals, youth, and families utilize their own strengths to resolve difficult issues, and improve their relationships. Parenting, though rewarding, may still be one of the most difficult and challenging aspects of a person's life. It's easy to feel overwhelmed. I can provide support and guidance in order to address specific issues, and explore the conflicts and challenges causing you to seek help. I provide psychological treatment and evaluations in a nonjudgemental, safe environment.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals, youth, and families utilize their own strengths to resolve difficult issues, and improve their relationships. Parenting, though rewarding, may still be one of the most difficult and challenging aspects of a person's life. It's easy to feel overwhelmed. I can provide support and guidance in order to address specific issues, and explore the conflicts and challenges causing you to seek help. I provide psychological treatment and evaluations in a nonjudgemental, safe environment.
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Number of Therapists in Atascadero, CA
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Atascadero, CA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 74% | Stress |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 72% | Aetna |
| 52% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| 47% | Blue Shield |
How Therapists in Atascadero, CA see their clients
| 73% | In Person and Online | |
| 27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 15% | Male |