Anxiety Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

Do you bounce between feeling numb and disconnected to completely overwhelmed by your feelings? It seems like if you let yourself feel, you’ll lose control and you feel weak and ashamed if you let yourself cry. You want to feel safe, loved, and supported when you are having a hard time. Yet you find yourself withdrawing from your loved ones, leaving you feeling lonely but also unable to reach out. It’s hard to ask those closest to you for what you need either because you are afraid you’ll be a burden, worry they will get upset, or you fear you will be disappointed. It feels easier to just shove everything down and keep going.

Hi, my name is Laura. I invite you to come as you are, into a space of acceptance and compassion. Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, loss, struggling with substance use, anxieties or depression my goal is to provide a supportive environment for exploration and emotional healing. My style is warm, interactive, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I enjoy forming genuine connections with my clients and will gladly share a good laugh or be witness to a much needed cry. We’ll slow things down and identify values, patterns, and priorities in order to work towards a life balance that feels right for you.

Anxiety , depression and relationship issues are common problems many are experiencing today. My primary motive as a psychotherapist is to help individuals live more meaningful and productive lives in harmony with their families and community. Through effective talk therapy individuals become more courageous, truthful and engaged in the pursuit of individual, family and social harmony.

Dara's psychotherapy practice is dedicated to helping young adults (aged 18-38) work through challenges related to this phase of life. Young adulthood is a time of great opportunities related to building satisfying relationships, careers and establishing one's own path. Along the way many get stuck in indecision, doubts and fears . For others, stress and unresolved issues can lead to mental health challenges including depression, anxiety and addictions. Expectations of parents and culture can contribute to the pressures and sense of isolation. Working collaboratively with his patients, Dara brings empathy and compassion to work.

My journey in the healing arts is a wonderful one and involves working with clients of all ages and stages of life. I have an integrated therapy approach with a specific focus on intermodal therapies, life transitions, community building, and family/group work. I work with clients who can be experiencing anxiety , adolescent anxiety , depression, substance abuse, significant life adjustments/transitions, post traumatic stress, blended family dynamics, grief/loss, adjustment to motherhood, and couples communication challenges. In our work together we are transforming life challenges into growth opportunities and creative action in your life.

As a therapist, I am passionate about creating a safe space to explore a deeper understanding of yourself, others and the world . With empathy and trust, I will walk alongside you as you navigate feelings of anxiety , sadness, fear, self-criticism, doubt and shame. You can learn new ways to manage life stressors, gain confidence and self-compassion, advocate for your needs, and live a life that you deem meaningful and authentic to you.

Any of us can get "stuck in a rut" and one key to pulling out of it is learning to respond effectively to life's stressors, rather than react negatively to them. My background in attachment theory, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness and EMDR, allows me to successfully help those struggling with anxiety , depression and trauma. I also enjoying helping people cope with life transitions and relationship problems. I love working with clients who are motivated for change but whose inner critic can be fierce, often limiting them from experiencing joy and contentment.

Over the past 25+ years its been my privilege to assist individuals and couples work through obstacles that have prevented them from experiencing meaningful and peaceful lives and relationships. My clients are coping with the everyday stress of marriage and family concerns, parenting, aging, health issues, career and financial challenges, loss or other critical and stressful situations. With those stressors often come depression, anxiety and a whole host of other symptoms.

Thank you for considering me as a potential partner in your journey of healing & self-discovery. I have over 10 yrs. of clinical experience in the mental health field working primarily with adults & college-age students struggling with substance abuse, depression, anxiety , family/relationship problems, trauma, life-transitions, personal growth, & self-acceptance. I was born and raised in Europe & am open to also working with clients who are from a wide range of countries & are experiencing difficulties in adjusting to life in the U.S. I am warm, caring, non-judgmental, & able to provide you a safe space to address today's stressors.

Life creates obstacles causing painful emotions, confusion, and disconnection. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety , self-esteem, body image, 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.

At Mindful Heart Counseling, our team offers a safe, supportive environment and a warm, compassionate, open-minded approach. We work with anxiety , depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, college life, young adulthood, relationships, men’s issues, parenting struggles, grief and loss, work/career and exploring existential and spiritual concerns. The heart of our work is to help you develop deeper self-understanding, self-compassion and coping skills while working through issues of the present and the past. We offer a variety of approaches including mindfulness, art therapy, IFS informed and somatic work.

Need a therapist to jump into the thick of the muck with you, create a safe place where you can be vulnerable or talk about all the things you never thought you would say out loud? You've found your therapeutic sweet spot! You have a story & deserve to talk to someone. I geek out over meeting you where you are and understanding your unique needs. Whether brief,  life transition, a safe outlet, or a longer goal, you deserve to be heard, and you deserve self-care. Live true to yourself and be proud to show up for yourself!

I enjoy supporting individuals with stress management, depression, anxiety , self-esteem, complex/developmental trauma, and substance/behavioral addiction. My work and life’s passion are centered around the belief that we all have the capacity to heal ourselves from within when we feel connection, compassion, and support from others. Our bodies contain a unique inner wisdom that helps guide the path back to our true selves. Becoming reacquainted with who we really are on a core level, combined with practicing effective communication strategies with others, allows for greater emotional, mental, and spiritual freedom.

Anxious or burned out? Seeking greater life purpose rather than just getting by in life? Time to step into your best, most authentic self! For over 15+ years, Rebecca has treated teens & adult clients with: anxiety , college/life transitions, pre-postpartum issues, addiction recovery, parenting issues, etc. Rebecca is solution-focused & psychodynamic in her approach and utilize various modalities including CBT/DBT tools, mindfulness, and creative body-based approaches. Whether you are a high school/college student, career professional, parent or spouse, being an adult can often feel stressful and challenging. Rebecca can help.

Your anxiety , depression or trauma is an integral part of your story, but doesn’t define you and doesn't need to control your life any more. Using a trauma informed, client centered approach I want to help you find relief from the noise in your head. Together, we will highlight your innate resiliencies and empower you to build up your inner strength and confidence to live your life in the present, while honoring your past and feeling hopeful about the future. In addition to providing trauma informed therapy for adults, I also have a passion for working with kids and their parents.