Family Therapy in San Luis Obispo, CA
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Tim Schenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am certified to perform child custody evaluations for the
Family
Court and I have worked with attorneys and the court in situations such as divorce, domestic violence, abuse, trauma and neglect.
Many people struggle with finding their way in life. It is very hard to do it on your own. Therapy is one of many tools that people can use to create and sustain change. My practice tends to draw individuals, couples and families who need support with a variety of different challenges and conflicts.
Waitlist for new clients

Matthew R Chirman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I offer group therapy for clients dealing with Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as a BPD
Family
Support Group.
For the 22 last years I have worked successfully with adult clients dealing with a wide range of issues including marital and relationship problems, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, abuse issues, personality issues and mental health concerns. I believe a trusting relationship between the therapist and client is the foundation for all growth and change. However, the relationship itself is typically not sufficient. I will help you set goals for your therapy based upon what you would like to have different in your life, and together we will explore and change the blocks which have prevented you from achieving your goals.

Medprotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Medprotherapy, specialized skilled psychotherapy for the medical professional. Treating compassion fatigue, vicarious traumatization, secondary trauma, and burnout which stems from the very nature of the medical profession and being exposed consistently, constantly, and at a high rate at times directly and indirectly to traumatic events, stressful work environments, heavy caseloads, lack of support, and resources. What holds you back from living a fulfilling and balanced life that fuels your joy and passions? Have you been ignoring areas of your life, not being fully present for
family
, loved ones or even yourself?

Stacy Guisse
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.

Casey Roos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome to my profile! I am a licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
(LMFT) with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the challenges they face. With a focus on attachment, emotional and behavioral concerns, and serving children and families, I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients to explore their emotions, build healthy relationships, and create positive change in their lives. I provide services in person and through telehealth.

Dr. Shala Cole
Psychologist, PsyD, CGP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have expertise working with adults struggling with attachment and interpersonal concerns,
family
of origin issues, life transitions, and academic and career satisfaction.
Do you find yourself taking care of others and putting others’ needs before your own? Are you unhappy or anxious in relationships and find yourself pulling away or fearful of being alone? Many people come to work with me due to dissatisfaction involving connection to others and themselves. Humans are social creatures, and a fundamental part of our lives is the ability to be fully alive with the people around us. However, we can sometimes find ourselves stuck in repetitive patterns that prevent us from having the life experiences and relationships we truly desire.

Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you afraid, confused, or struggling with your relationships? I work with client(s) dealing with interpersonal issues and communication challenges. It may be a husband and wife re-defining their roles with life changes, or an individual considering a career change. The problem often reveals itself at the surface when arguing and verbal conflict ensue, but the source of the problem needs a deeper adjustment, such as adjusting roles or providing more support for a
family
member. Regardless, clear communication usually allows the individual, couple, or
family
to achieve the goal of collaboration and compromise.
Waitlist for new clients

Denise C Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
With over 10 years' experience as a Marriage and
Family Therapist
, I have been dedicated towards helping individual adults resolve their issues.
Are you struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or having relationship problems? Or, perhaps you just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life? Together we can focus on your healing, replacing any negative patterns, and promoting a more positive future. You deserve support and guidance towards achieving your dreams. I invite you to visit my website at www.brighterlifestyle.com.

Amy Liston
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 32 years of practice. I currently provide individual psychotherapy to college students and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/bereavement,
family
issues, peer issues, relationship issues and/or life transitions. I offer a personalized therapy experience in a safe and inclusive space that honors your uniqueness as an individual. My approach is strength-based and client-centered with a humanistic/existential orientation.

Terri J Clarke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Each of you bring neurobiological, temperamental, patterns of reactivity and
family
history differences to the relationship.
Failing to get help, many divorced people regret that they gave up too soon. As a marriage specialist for over two decades, you can trust that you are in the care of a competent advocate for your marriage. Every marriage faces the power struggle -it's supposed to happen. Too many quit their marriage at this crucial time. Not giving yourselves the opportunity to work through this painful stage could be a tragedy because this very stage carries the seeds of true character growth and healing. An affair, dishonesty, conflict, or stress can rob you of the feelings of attunement.

Camille Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
18 Endorsed
Verified
18 Endorsed
I have specific experience working with youth, young adults, individuals and families in areas related to communication, life changes, trauma, coping skills,
family
/relational conflict, self development and grief/loss issues.
I offer a soulful and deep approach to therapy for individual adults who are struggling with an array of relational and emotional concerns. As your therapist, I’m here to guide and walk along side you on your personal journey; collaborate and partner with you to move through areas in your life that are not serving you well. I aim to help others find health for their mind, balance for their lives and emotional wholeness. I truly believe that people grow through therapeutic relationships and therefore seek to help those I come in contact with achieve a deeper connection with themselves and others.

Maribel Alaniz Mendez
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, APCC
Verified
Verified
I help individuals and couples who are currently finding themselves through transitional phases that life brings. Some of those issues may include but are not limited to:
family
conflict, generational trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, communication issues and mood disturbances. I help clients gain insight into their thoughts & behaviors to help improve their outcomes. My approach is to provide a safe and open space to talk and explore thoughts and conversations to help create change in their life.

Aleksandra Marinovic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
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.

Sarah Whitmore Boe
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, SUDCC, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I have extensive personal and professional experience with addiction and it's effects on both the individual and the
family
dynamic.
Are your habits getting in the way of living your best life? Do you consider yourself a "functioning" substance user? Maybe you are ready to change but 12-step programs or rehab are not for you. My approach is coaching-based, and solution focused. Sessions focus on authentic self-discovery, recognizing and removing patterns that are keeping you stuck, setting realistic goals, and developing strategy to achieve them. I work well with individuals in a transition period of their lives, and with those who are motivated to make a change. I will help you develop a plan and accountability.

Desiree Troxell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Welcome to wellness. You have taken the first step toward exploring your full potential. Embarking on a path of self discovery enables you to unearth your hopes for yourself, your relationships, and your future. Authenticity, communication, forgiveness, love and humor are essential to living a healthy life. Knowing yourself allows you to have healthier relationships with your
family
, friends and colleagues. I have experience helping people who are encountering grief, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, marital difficulties, life transitions,
family
conflict, relationship conflict, stress, self harm, and substance abuse.
Waitlist for new clients

Cassie Ueberrhein Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Some of my specialties include depression, anxiety, relationships, assertiveness, sexuality, identity development, LGBTQ+ issues and
family
of origin issues.
My focus is young adults 18+, college students and LGBTQ+ folx. I have extensive experience working with college students. I aim to support and guide those who may be struggling with adjusting to college, coping with depression and/or anxiety, forming their identity, exploring their sexuality, working on relational patterns, etc. Decreasing stigma of mental illness as well as suicide prevention and LGBTQ+ rights are important causes to me as an individual, LGBTQ+ ally and professional. I am also a sex-positive, poly and kink-knowledgable therapist, who is not here to judge you. :)

Kendra N Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Over the past 10 years of having my practice I have worked with children and adolescence to adults, either in individual, couple, or
family
sessions.
I have been given the greatest opportunity to be welcomed into my clients' lives and assist them in creating their definition and plan for a well life. I focus on the working relationship between my clients' and I, where theory and practice only enhances the work done in session. My goal is not to be a client's therapist every week for the rest of their lives, but rather to have them create the strength and determination to leave my office applying it to their everyday lives.

Stephanie Kleinsmith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Outside of my work, you can find me doing anything water related: swimming, surfing, kayaking, enjoying a nice iced Matcha with oat milk, browsing Anthropologie's website for inspiration, traveling, or hanging out with
family
and friends.
Hello! I am so happy you are here. I know it can be so daunting looking for a therapist so making it this far is huge! As a licensed therapist, I truly believe healing comes when another is able to come alongside you and offer support as you rediscover parts of yourself that may have been lost or broken. I work with individuals struggling with trauma, grief, anxiety, and life transitions. I am passionate about women's issues and look forward to helping create a safe and compassionate space to help you work through these issues and tap into your strengths, identify vulnerabilities, and develop your resilience.

Nicole Juliano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
Nicole has been calling San Luis Obispo home since 2014 and completed her Master’s Degree in Marriage and
Family Therapy
.
We all experience difficult challenges sometimes due to unhappiness with current life events and it's stressers, or feelings of helplessness or hopelessness. Life presents us with many road bumps and stressors, Nicole believes everyone deserves time and space to better understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to experience inner peace, growth, and joy. Nicole offers a supportive, safe, client centered, and authentic approach to counseling that supports her clients in achieving personal growth and developing skills to overcome the challenges and barriers they face in life.

Mackenzie McFarland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Mackenzie McFarland and I am Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
located in San Luis Obispo, California. I got my education from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for BA in Psychology and MS in Clinical Psychology. I have multiple years experience working with those struggling with substance use / recovery, mood disorders (Bipolar), anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, change of life phases, and trauma.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.