Family Therapy in San Luis Obispo, CA

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.