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Danielle Justiniano

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Available both in-person and online
559 Higuera Street Suite F San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Like the seasons, there is an innate intelligence within us guiding our unique growth and healing. Yet at times, life’s challenges can leave us disconnected from this wisdom and from our authentic selves. The rush and busyness of daily life, outdated adaptive strategies, early childhood experiences, and unmet attachment needs can leave us feeling fragmented within the body, nervous system, psyche, and soul. I value co-creating a space where all parts of the self can be radically welcomed, compassionately held, and gently explored through felt safety, attunement, and present-moment awareness.
At the heart of my work, I offer clients a space to slow down, reconnect with their authentic selves, and move toward deeper emotional, physical, ancestral, and spiritual integration. Rooted in trauma-informed, somatic, relational, mindfulness-based, and holistic practices, I honor each client’s lived experience and inner wisdom.
I believe therapy does not always need to focus solely on difficult or overwhelming moments, but can also be a gentle, curious, and liberating exploration. Rather than fixing who you are, therapy becomes a process of remembering and reclaiming the fullness of who you have always been and who you are becoming. A return to Self. A homecoming.
Call or Danielle Justiniano now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 951-4350

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Aligned Psychology

559 Higuera Street

Suite F

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 map

(805) 951-4350
My website
I offer somatic therapy in-person in San Luis Obispo, as well as online.
I specialize in Somatic Therapy, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (805) 951-4350
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Aligned Psychology

559 Higuera Street

Suite F

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 map

(805) 951-4350
My website
I offer somatic therapy in-person in San Luis Obispo, as well as online.
I specialize in Somatic Therapy, Trauma and PTSD and Relationship Issues 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $145
  • Couple Sessions $170
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA)
  • CenCal
  • Health Net
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350
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I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 160988 Supervised by Megan Herzing (California / LPCC1677) Danielle Justiniano
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended University Antioch, Santa Barbara, Masters in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Embody Lab, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Program 2023
  • Degree/Diploma from Bachelors of Science, Cal Poly SLO, Child Development and Psychology Bachelors of Science / 2020
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I hold a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a concentration in Somatic Psychotherapy. I hold an additional certification in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350
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I hold a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a concentration in Somatic Psychotherapy. I hold an additional certification in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy.
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Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients to help them not only understand the root cause of their symptoms, but find safety, belonging, and a home within their own body. You can expect to learn tools for lasting self-understanding and emotional regulation.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350
"
I work with clients to help them not only understand the root cause of their symptoms, but find safety, belonging, and a home within their own body. You can expect to learn tools for lasting self-understanding and emotional regulation.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350

3 Endorsements

Jess Manley
Jess Manley
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFT
With deep compassion and remarkable attunement, Danielle meets clients where they are at. Her grounding presence creates a space where nervous systems can settle, hearts can soften, and growth feels safe and empowering.
Candida Martinez
Candida Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMSMAMFT
Danielle offers a deeply grounding and compassionate presence that invites clients into greater self-connection and authenticity. Her integrative, somatic approach honors the emotional, spiritual, and relational layers of healing with warmth and care.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Parts-Work
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a blend of various styles of therapy that connect the mind, body, and nervous system. Often this looks like drawing interventions from Somatic Experiencing, NARM, Internal Family Systems (parts-work), inner-child healing, and Hakomi.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350
"
I use a blend of various styles of therapy that connect the mind, body, and nervous system. Often this looks like drawing interventions from Somatic Experiencing, NARM, Internal Family Systems (parts-work), inner-child healing, and Hakomi.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 951-4350

Location

Primary Location

Aligned Psychology

559 Higuera Street

Suite F

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 951-4350

Nearby Areas

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I offer somatic therapy in-person in San Luis Obispo, as well as online.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 951-4350
"
I offer somatic therapy in-person in San Luis Obispo, as well as online.
Photo of Danielle Justiniano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Danielle Justiniano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 951-4350