Substance Use Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA
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Joan Fusco LCSW, psychotherapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
I work with those suffering from depression and anxiety,
substance use
/abuse, issues with acute and chronic illness, pre and post partum mood disorders, and victims of trauma or violence.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been helping people for over 30 years. I work with individuals, couples, families and groups. I am client centered, solution focused, and use a variety of therapeutic approaches. I am also bilingual in Spanish.
Mackenzie McFarland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
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.
Kristina Paramore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
I specialize in depression, bipolar and anxiety along with
substance use
and PTSD.
Hi! My name is Kristina and Congratulations on possibly your first step towards reaching your goals. Has life become too overwhelming? Confused about what your next step is or how to overcome a current life challenge and feel as if you are stuck? Therapy can be a great starting point. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist practicing since 2010; working with individuals, couples, families and teens.
Elaine Power
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
If you are stuck in unhealthy behavior patterns--- whether it's outward behaviors like addictions, or internal patterns of negative thoughts--- I can help you identify the root cause and break free. These "scripts" often started from past conditions such as our childhoods or previous relationships, but we're able to update them to match the present and become healthier and more effective. If you have... an ACEs score of 3+? Problematic
substance use
? Possible symptoms of PTSD? Inability to maintain relationships? Let's talk.
Jordan Yarbrough
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
I work with those struggling with emotional barriers, strained relationships,
substance use
, behavioral disturbances, identity struggles, social anxiety, mood swings, depression, and school/work-related stress.
"PEOPLE START TO HEAL THE MOMENT THEY FEEL HEARD." You’re taking the first step to a healthier, happier you; YAY you! Making that first phone call can be so terrifying, but let me tell you so worth it. While it feels risky to expose raw emotions, you can open up to vulnerability, move through uncomfortable feelings, and ultimately effect change in your life. I help you learn new skills to manage emotions and help create new approaches to rebuild yourself, your relationships, and your mood. We will work to understand how your past has influenced your present and gain coping tools to overcome these feelings and rebuild a better you.
M. Lynn Grizzard
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MA, LMFT
Verified
I have expertise in helping clients discover how to reduce unwanted symptoms, including anxiety; depression; impulsivity; trauma-triggered reactivity; phobias;
substance use
; and low self esteem.
Welcome! Please take your time to review my information in order to make an informed choice of therapists to meet your current needs. I recently retired from SLO County Behavioral Health where I provided therapy and case management services to clients since 1989, and am now in private practice in Atascadero. I would be happy to assist you in discovering how to improve your mood, your relationships, and your life. Initial phone consultations are free, so you can decide if I am the right therapist for helping you along your journey.
Desiree Troxell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
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.
Joseph 'tommy' Ferndino
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
My work as a therapist is mostly informed by Attachment Theory and I currently work with individuals ranging from young adults to seniors. As human beings, we are meant to seek connection with others. Connection with a compassionate, caring, and knowledgeable therapist is one of the best ways to develop a more secure sense of attachment to the world around you. This connection can lead to the positive, long-term change you are seeking.
Aleksandra Marinovic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
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.
Mandi jo Blake
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC II
Verified
I am a licensed professional clinician and I have worked in the field of addiction treatment for over 20 years. I have extensive experience in interventions, detox support, residential treatment, intensive outpatient treatment, life coaching, owning and managing sober living homes, working with the mentally ill, criminal justice system and the homeless population. I have amplified love and passion for those who suffer from the disease of addiction. I also specialize in addiction behaviors such as, gambling, pornography, sex and love addiction.
Leonard Manzella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Anxiety, Depression and Substance Abuse have reached epidemic proportions in today's world. They have become a way of life for many, causing undue anguish and pain, and jeopardizing the well-being of millions as well as the significant relationships in their lives. For over 25 years I have been helping people find a way back to themselves and on a path to living healthier and happier lives. It would be an honor to help you.
Jennifer Woodward
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
My ideal clients are LGBTQI, gender variances, alcohol and addiction ,parents of children with problem behaviors, teens, young adults and adults, deal with realities of love whomever that light might shine. I enjoy working with couples; you didn't get the manual with your relationship but it's not too late. I also love working with individuals on the path to spiritual awakening.
Emily Maddox
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CRC, M-RAS
Verified
Challenging experiences often lead us to a feeling of being stuck, confused and frustrated. We can feel lost and unfulfilled trying to find purpose, meaning and happiness. Emily provides, a place to explore these questions and sort through the confusion and conflict, clearing the path to more fulfilling, satisfying experiences. Emily's approach is supportive, down to earth, and always interested in harnessing your strengths and resiliency.
Teresa M George
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I have over 34 years of experience working with a wide range of client concerns. I strongly believe in collaboration with other health and wellness professionals so that you can meet your mental health needs as quickly as possible. I see myself as a guide in your process of meeting your personal needs.
The Art of Healing
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified
With specialties in addiction and dual diagnosis; including depression, anxiety and trauma history, I take an integrated, holistic approach to care. The therapeutic relationship is one in which optimum healing is, as a result of the reciprocal bond, between the therapist and the client. One can only be open to the experience of change and improvement in their life if they feel safe. This is the therapy space that I provide in order to help shape authentic, loving and accurate self-awareness. I provide nurturance, guidance, affirmation and compassionate reflection in order to help clients feel grounded in their own decision-making.
Cultivate Wellness
PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Cultivate Wellness a premier counseling center offering progressive and evidenced-based psychotherapy and wellness services for adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our professional and engaging team of clinicians are committed to helping clients in creating healthy and long changes and cultivating a life that is worth celebrating. We offer virtual counseling to residents throughout the state of CA and eco-therapy (nature based) sessions to individuals living within the Central Coast of California.
Betty M Gillespie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, M-RAS
Verified
I worked in the field of addiction for nine years and in that time I gained a wide range of experience. From teaching families healthy living and providing parenting skills, to attachment therapy and play therapy for children affected by trauma. Many clients were experiencing relationship issues, or mental health issues and/or were involved with the criminal justice system. With the variety of clients that I have seen in various settings, I've found a common basic need. All people want to feel heard, respected and to be understood.
Gino Anthony Memoli
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, RAC
Verified
My approach to treating mental health conditions is using empirically validated techniques while incorporating holistic approaches, such as mindfulness. I use a variety of therapeutic theories, dependent upon client needs, with a particular interest in Internal Family Systems and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I believe a key component to the therapeutic relationship is trust and assisting the client to follow their path toward healing. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you toward healing and happiness. You can call, text, or email to schedule a free consultation.
(805) 235-7792
Office is near:
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Offers online therapy
Waitlist for new clients
Karen Schneller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
Verified
You are living a daily battle in your head about what you can eat, how much you should exercise, if you are worthy of taking up space. You are consumed by counting calories and by the negative voice inside that tells you, you’ll never be good enough or thin enough, smart enough or pretty enough. You are fed up with how the society/culture tells you how you should look and feel and behave. Your behaviors have you feeling exhausted and depleted and you wonder how you can go on another day. Others may think you have it all together on the outside, but the mental torture inside is killing you and feel like your life is shrinking.
Sarah Whitmore
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, SUDRC, APCC, AMFT
Verified
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 time frames to achieve them. I work well with individuals in a transition period of their lives, and with those who are motivated to make changes for a better future, but don't know where to start. I will help you develop a plan and hold accountability.
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Substance Use Therapists
If you're looking for help with substance abuse in San Luis Obispo or for San Luis Obispo substance abuse counseling, these professionals provide substance abuse services and substance abuse treatment. They include substance abuse therapists in San Luis Obispo, substance abuse psychologists and substance abuse counselors. They can help with drug addiction and drug abuse treatment in San Luis Obispo, alcohol addiction, chemical dependency and substance abuse recovery. An San Luis Obispo substance abuse therapist provides outpatient services but can also refer to treatment centers, clinics, rehab, treatment programs and substance abuse rehabs.