Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

Pacific Emotional Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AMFT, MA, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Pacific Emotional Wellness is a group therapy practice led by Camille Johnson, and consists of several skilled therapists including Rachel Cha, Grace Peavy, Audrey DeFrisco, Alexis Gibson, Julie Jennings, Debbie Whitney, Cassidy Pierce, Téa Main, and Griff Jennings. We take a deep and soulful approach to walking alongside our clients on their journey of growth and healing. Whether you are feeling stuck in the rut of life, dealing with grief/loss, having relationship concerns, experienced a trauma, etc., we are here for you no matter what stage of your healing journey you are in.
Pacific Emotional Wellness is a group therapy practice led by Camille Johnson, and consists of several skilled therapists including Rachel Cha, Grace Peavy, Audrey DeFrisco, Alexis Gibson, Julie Jennings, Debbie Whitney, Cassidy Pierce, Téa Main, and Griff Jennings. We take a deep and soulful approach to walking alongside our clients on their journey of growth and healing. Whether you are feeling stuck in the rut of life, dealing with grief/loss, having relationship concerns, experienced a trauma, etc., we are here for you no matter what stage of your healing journey you are in.

Marie Schur
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who approaches their challenges with a readiness to confront and understand themselves on a profound level. They courageously grapple with issues surrounding mood, trauma, and stress, demonstrating a genuine willingness to engage in the therapeutic process. Their overarching goal is clear – they aspire to enhance their lives, seeking a path toward greater well-being and authenticity.
My ideal client is someone who approaches their challenges with a readiness to confront and understand themselves on a profound level. They courageously grapple with issues surrounding mood, trauma, and stress, demonstrating a genuine willingness to engage in the therapeutic process. Their overarching goal is clear – they aspire to enhance their lives, seeking a path toward greater well-being and authenticity.

Lori Maggelet Eister
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Hello! My name is Lori and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have worked in the counseling profession for the past 20 or so years.
Hello! My name is Lori and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have worked in the counseling profession for the past 20 or so years.

Ami Grace, LCSW Holistic & Psychedelic Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CHT
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Are you going through a difficult transition like the end of a relationship, attending college away from home, or wanting to heal through old traumas that keep resurfacing? Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious ? Are you wanting to heal naturally instead of with antidepressants? I can help you overcome these issues and feel more empowered naturally. Have you been interested in how psychedelic medicine can help you heal through traumas and create more self-love? I am trained as a Ketamine-Assisted therapist to provide you a healing journey that will change your life revealing your true power to heal within!
Are you going through a difficult transition like the end of a relationship, attending college away from home, or wanting to heal through old traumas that keep resurfacing? Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious ? Are you wanting to heal naturally instead of with antidepressants? I can help you overcome these issues and feel more empowered naturally. Have you been interested in how psychedelic medicine can help you heal through traumas and create more self-love? I am trained as a Ketamine-Assisted therapist to provide you a healing journey that will change your life revealing your true power to heal within!

Shanti Deva
MA
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
My intention is to create a compassionate, curious, and collaborative space for my clients to receive emotional, mental and spiritual support. Together, we can holistically acknowledge core roots of pain and consciously move towards shifting old cycles that no longer serve your highest self. My passion is to remind clients of their innate wisdom and with humility, empower you to be the narrator of your life. I commit to encourage and challenge you to liberate your authentic voice and remember your birthright to joy. I understand each person is a unique being and pride myself on individualizing care to meet your present needs.
My intention is to create a compassionate, curious, and collaborative space for my clients to receive emotional, mental and spiritual support. Together, we can holistically acknowledge core roots of pain and consciously move towards shifting old cycles that no longer serve your highest self. My passion is to remind clients of their innate wisdom and with humility, empower you to be the narrator of your life. I commit to encourage and challenge you to liberate your authentic voice and remember your birthright to joy. I understand each person is a unique being and pride myself on individualizing care to meet your present needs.

Desiree M Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
As individuals we all walk through difficult times in our lives and sometimes, having someone by our side makes all the difference. I provide a supportive and safe space for you to grow, heal and work through the areas of your life that you are wanting to address. For over fifteen years I have had the privilege of working with individuals going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. I have witnessed the resiliency of individuals committed to making change. I wholeheartedly believe that we all have the ability to overcome, heal and grow.
As individuals we all walk through difficult times in our lives and sometimes, having someone by our side makes all the difference. I provide a supportive and safe space for you to grow, heal and work through the areas of your life that you are wanting to address. For over fifteen years I have had the privilege of working with individuals going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. I have witnessed the resiliency of individuals committed to making change. I wholeheartedly believe that we all have the ability to overcome, heal and grow.

Karen A Akre
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Seeking therapy is a brave and vulnerable choice. My hope is you will feel my office provides a safe haven to be your authentic self. Working together we will ensure your treatment is tailored to your individual needs and goals. I will provide unconditional acceptance and support while you process through the emotions and circumstances which led you to seek out therapy.
Seeking therapy is a brave and vulnerable choice. My hope is you will feel my office provides a safe haven to be your authentic self. Working together we will ensure your treatment is tailored to your individual needs and goals. I will provide unconditional acceptance and support while you process through the emotions and circumstances which led you to seek out therapy.

Ryder Lewerenz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Hello and welcome. You are likely here because you are looking for support and compassion, either for yourself or a loved one and I am grateful to be a part of that journey. My hope is to uplift you as you move toward increased healing and wholeness in your life. I take a collaborative, holistic, practical and empathic approach. My aim is to empower you to work with your struggles and to utilize your strengths as a means of moving through anxiety, overwhelm, trauma and insecurities. Together, we will discover and explore new, integrated, more aligned ways of being and ultimately work to achieve increased peace and connection.
Hello and welcome. You are likely here because you are looking for support and compassion, either for yourself or a loved one and I am grateful to be a part of that journey. My hope is to uplift you as you move toward increased healing and wholeness in your life. I take a collaborative, holistic, practical and empathic approach. My aim is to empower you to work with your struggles and to utilize your strengths as a means of moving through anxiety, overwhelm, trauma and insecurities. Together, we will discover and explore new, integrated, more aligned ways of being and ultimately work to achieve increased peace and connection.

Paul Carbajal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Waitlist for new clients
Connection is at the core of who we are, what we’re passionate about, and the most meaningful relationships we have. And yet so many things can interfere with our ability to connect: anxiety, depression, grief, traumatic experiences...how we cope with these things may inhibit our ability to build intimacy with those around us. I work with students and young adults, as well as those in mid-life and beyond, who experience anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, that interfere with living fully you, fully now.
Connection is at the core of who we are, what we’re passionate about, and the most meaningful relationships we have. And yet so many things can interfere with our ability to connect: anxiety, depression, grief, traumatic experiences...how we cope with these things may inhibit our ability to build intimacy with those around us. I work with students and young adults, as well as those in mid-life and beyond, who experience anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, that interfere with living fully you, fully now.
Dorothy Pitkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I like working with people who recognize that they want or need to change something in their lives that they haven't yet figured out how to do by themselves. This includes people who feel they are stuck creatively-- working on a particular project that just doesn't move forward. Sometimes it is a question of what needs to change, as well as how to make that happen. While this process requires work that only they can do, therapy gives them a place to learn ways to do this work, using cognitive and experiential techniques.
I like working with people who recognize that they want or need to change something in their lives that they haven't yet figured out how to do by themselves. This includes people who feel they are stuck creatively-- working on a particular project that just doesn't move forward. Sometimes it is a question of what needs to change, as well as how to make that happen. While this process requires work that only they can do, therapy gives them a place to learn ways to do this work, using cognitive and experiential techniques.

Vanessa Swier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, GC-C
Verified
8 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Do you feel emotionally stuck? Are you a stuffer? You know, someone who hides your true feelings so you appear "okay" on the outside. Then, let me join you on your journey of feeling & healing. Healing is a process, an ongoing discovery & I'm here to help you uncover hope, find harmony & move towards healing. I'll support you in processing your feelings in order to live your most authentic life. Since earning my BA in Psychology and my Master of Social Work degree, I have worked passionately with individuals, couples, families, adults, college students & teens to learn positive ways to cope with life's many stressors.
Do you feel emotionally stuck? Are you a stuffer? You know, someone who hides your true feelings so you appear "okay" on the outside. Then, let me join you on your journey of feeling & healing. Healing is a process, an ongoing discovery & I'm here to help you uncover hope, find harmony & move towards healing. I'll support you in processing your feelings in order to live your most authentic life. Since earning my BA in Psychology and my Master of Social Work degree, I have worked passionately with individuals, couples, families, adults, college students & teens to learn positive ways to cope with life's many stressors.
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Angela Bothwell
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling through life's challenges, it can be helpful to engage the company of a skilled listener who can serve as a mirror and a process guide. Finding meaningful support for your healing journey can make a big difference. This includes a safe, non-judgmental space where you can talk through difficulties, experience new possibilities, and to move into desired growth and change. I offer integrative counseling therapy that welcomes you in your uniqueness. Mental health is an integral part of the whole body, not just a product of what happens in the mind. A variety of targeted approaches can be included in your sessions.
If you are struggling through life's challenges, it can be helpful to engage the company of a skilled listener who can serve as a mirror and a process guide. Finding meaningful support for your healing journey can make a big difference. This includes a safe, non-judgmental space where you can talk through difficulties, experience new possibilities, and to move into desired growth and change. I offer integrative counseling therapy that welcomes you in your uniqueness. Mental health is an integral part of the whole body, not just a product of what happens in the mind. A variety of targeted approaches can be included in your sessions.

Kimberli Andridge
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Maybe you're looking to get curious about the things that leave you feeling stuck, your family or community of origin, or the implications of society on your experiences. Or, you need a space to show up authentically, without fear of judgement. Perhaps you need someone to support you navigating distressing experiences or help you find ways to cope and heal. I integrate depth-oriented work with here-and-now suggestions to help people who are experiencing a multitude of concerns, resulting in meaningful, long-lasting change and more fulfilling lives.
Maybe you're looking to get curious about the things that leave you feeling stuck, your family or community of origin, or the implications of society on your experiences. Or, you need a space to show up authentically, without fear of judgement. Perhaps you need someone to support you navigating distressing experiences or help you find ways to cope and heal. I integrate depth-oriented work with here-and-now suggestions to help people who are experiencing a multitude of concerns, resulting in meaningful, long-lasting change and more fulfilling lives.

Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy
MD
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Founded in 2022 by Ray Rivas, MD, Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy, PC, offers intravenous ketamine infusions and is located near downtown San Luis Obispo, CA. Our mission is to help our patients live happier and healthier lives. We envision becoming a leader in psychedelic-assisted therapy by treating mental health in ways that are rapid, effective, and safe. Our spaces promote tranquility and unforgettable, transformational experiences. Our practices align with holistic wellness and environmental conscientiousness.
Founded in 2022 by Ray Rivas, MD, Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy, PC, offers intravenous ketamine infusions and is located near downtown San Luis Obispo, CA. Our mission is to help our patients live happier and healthier lives. We envision becoming a leader in psychedelic-assisted therapy by treating mental health in ways that are rapid, effective, and safe. Our spaces promote tranquility and unforgettable, transformational experiences. Our practices align with holistic wellness and environmental conscientiousness.

Christine Pirruccello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPSC
Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life can be very challenging, unpredictable and stressful. Feelings of worry, fear, and hopelessness may lead to a sense of confusion and isolation. Sometimes we wish there were a road map given to us to find our optimal path and guide us in the safest direction. I am here to listen and together we can explore your hopes, needs, and goals to promote an authentic acceptance of who you are. I provide a supportive, safe and non-judgmental environment for you to look into all areas of your life. Therapy can be a platform for growth, work and self discovery.
Life can be very challenging, unpredictable and stressful. Feelings of worry, fear, and hopelessness may lead to a sense of confusion and isolation. Sometimes we wish there were a road map given to us to find our optimal path and guide us in the safest direction. I am here to listen and together we can explore your hopes, needs, and goals to promote an authentic acceptance of who you are. I provide a supportive, safe and non-judgmental environment for you to look into all areas of your life. Therapy can be a platform for growth, work and self discovery.

Daisy Biggers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
No one comes to therapy when everything is amazing. Often, things come up that were not what we planned. Or we have feelings that are stronger than we imagined and we don't quite know how to handle them. Maybe you feel like your normal coping strategies are no longer doing the trick. Maybe therapy can help. Daisy lovingly and curiously approaches the issues that are getting in your way. She invites you to walk side by side as you move through things together.
No one comes to therapy when everything is amazing. Often, things come up that were not what we planned. Or we have feelings that are stronger than we imagined and we don't quite know how to handle them. Maybe you feel like your normal coping strategies are no longer doing the trick. Maybe therapy can help. Daisy lovingly and curiously approaches the issues that are getting in your way. She invites you to walk side by side as you move through things together.

Kristina Paramore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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.
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.

Cristy Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Life creates obstacles causing painful emotions, confusion, and disconnection. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, an eating disorder, 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.
Life creates obstacles causing painful emotions, confusion, and disconnection. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image, an eating disorder, 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.

Rebecca Velasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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.
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.

Melinda Marcelluskincaid
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Do you seek more balance, understanding, connection and freedom in your relationships with yourself and others? I create a safe and supportive environment to help you through difficulties to become more positive and live with presence in acceptance and peace. Whether we work to create boundaries, increase self-esteem, decrease destructive patterns, or move through painful life experiences, together we will process what you are going through in order to obtain clarity, solutions, and personal growth. My hope is that we can find contentment in our present moment & live fully in that moment each day.
Do you seek more balance, understanding, connection and freedom in your relationships with yourself and others? I create a safe and supportive environment to help you through difficulties to become more positive and live with presence in acceptance and peace. Whether we work to create boundaries, increase self-esteem, decrease destructive patterns, or move through painful life experiences, together we will process what you are going through in order to obtain clarity, solutions, and personal growth. My hope is that we can find contentment in our present moment & live fully in that moment each day.
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