Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

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.

My name is Julia Richardson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California since January 1999. My License number is MFT35516. I work with children from age 10 and up. I also work with adolescents, adults, couples and families. My framework in working with individuals, couples and families is through a relational lens that incorporates brain science, attachment theory and mindsight. I see each (individual, couple dyad and family) as a magnificent portrait that comes to therapy when their life patterns are stuck in rigidity or chaos.

Hi! I am Adriana Gutierrez, Licensed Marriage and family therapist who is passionate about bringing therapy services through an integrative and holistic approach. I want to join you in supporting the work towards finding balance from day-to-day stressors to addressing life-altering events that challenge our sense of self. In my years of experience, I have trained and treated from parent-infant dynamics to children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I have extensive training and experience in trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Hello, and welcome! I'm Josh Javedanfar, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to support you on your journey toward improved mental well-being. With a compassionate and personalized approach, I strive to create a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth. I tailor all my therapeutic techniques to meet your unique needs. I work with and have had experience working with individuals, families, and couples of diverse backgrounds and ages who may be facing a wide range of mental health concerns.

Accepting New Clients! Life can be challenging sometimes! I know how hard it can be to reach out for support and I commend you for being here as this is often the first step toward healing! As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I believe in working collaboratively with you, walking along side you through whatever circumstances or difficulties you may be facing. My therapeutic treatment includes helping you identify your goals, individual strengths, and specific techniques you can utilize to navigate through life’s difficulties. It is my goal that you find empowerment, hope and healing as we walk this journey together.

I'm Anita Sandler, a California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience. I have worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, and community mental health clinics. I have had great success helping clients overcome symptoms related to depression, anxiety, and trauma. I also provide counseling to couples/families to increase communication skills, and to survivors of domestic violence to help recapture their confidence. The theoretical orientation that I prefer is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is based on the concept that your thoughts, feelings, and behavior are interconnected.

Life's too short to have things continue like this. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you want healthier relationships with your loved ones or significant other? Have you experienced a loss of a job or loved one - survived a traumatic event? Call my office, together we can work to achieve your personal goals and true potential. Today you are one step closer to a new you, where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential, overcome barriers, and help you live the life you deserve!

Hi, I'm Meagan Edwards and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My degree, training, and specialties are centered on repairing and enhancing relationships; both those with ourselves and others. I consider and work with individuals and families with holistic frameworks and consideration of the various systems that impact them. My style is client-centered. I utilize systems frameworks in my practice.

There are challenges common to many of us throughout our lives: grief, pain, sadness, anxiety, betrayal, trauma, loneliness, disconnection, questions of faith, issues of identity, etc. Grappling with such issues is normal, and our responses to them usually make sense within the context of our circumstances. Since we are hardwired for connection, it is natural to enlist the help of another human to walk with us through these experiences. It is my goal to help you deepen your understanding of and connection to yourself and others in the process.

You don't have to solve life's difficulties and navigate personal changes alone! I will work with you in a collaborative, supportive and safe environment to help you to feel better about yourself and your life. We can identify what is not "working"/problem areas as well as what is "working"/your strengths and move toward the positive changes you would like in your self and your life!

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in California with 23 years of professional work experience. My mission is to deliver life-changing care to teens, adults, families, couples and geriatric individuals who experience a wide array of mental health conditions and current life challenges. Such as: traumatic stress, struggles with feeling scattered and not accomplishing your goals, managing emotions, challenging negative thinking, and reducing stress and anxiety. Today's world can be intense and stressful, and it's taking an unprecedented toll on kids, teens, adults, couples and families.

You’re someone who strives to be the best version of yourself but struggles to know how to get there. This might present as anxiety, depression, anger, unprocessed trauma, or low self-esteem. You may need help with processing emotions or learning healthy coping techniques. Within the context of a compassionate space, you can gain tools for emotional regulation, increased insight, and self compassion. With this sense of safety, we can unpack specific traumas and heal your past to help you experience more ease and wholeness in your life.

Do you need someone to support you as you navigate painful experiences, or help you find ways to cope and heal? Maybe a space to show up authentically, without fear of judgement? Perhaps you're curious about the things that leave you feeling stuck, your early family dynamics, or the impact of society on your experiences? If you'd like to have space to explore the past, while also getting practical day-to-day suggestions, I can help you navigate a variety of concerns, resulting in meaningful, long-lasting changes and a more fulfilling life.

You wouldn't go to a shoddy chain restaurant for quality food so why would you do the same for mental health? Here at FTS, We are thrilled to have the opportunity to support you in finding real results towards growth and fulfillment. At FTS, we are dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, and client centered space for you to explore your challenges and aspirations. We are particularly attuned to the unique needs of communities of first responders, perinatal, and trauma-work, (to name a few) and we know you'll walk out knowing exactly what you got out of therapy!

Currently, I'm mostly using Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with my clients. When, as a child, we find ourselves traumatizing or trapped in negative circumstances, parts of our self system compensate by locking away that which at that time was too much for us to handle. Later, if we do not go back to this locked away material, the pain, confusion and injustice of what happened to us long ago, can get triggered, or, awakened, when similar such challenges arise in the present. IFS provides a safe way for that locked away material to be approached and reprocessed, allowing our core self to take back control of our lives.

I am a San Luis Obispo therapist working extensively with adolescents, college students, adults and couples who struggle with relationship issues or who have experienced sexual abuse or domestic violence in their lives. I have also helped numerous clients struggling with depression or anxiety. I am practical and supportive in my approach. My focus has always been trauma work, and I feel great respect and admiration for my clients who have allowed me to be part of their journey to gain feelings of empowerment in their lives. Please click on my website for more information about my practice.

Tom Buckley is the Executive Director of Aspire Counseling San Luis Obispo. Aspire SLO provides Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Services for Teens and Adults in an intensive outpatient setting. Do you or a loved one struggle with depression, anxiety, self harm, substances abuse, addiction issues, etc.? If so, call Aspire SLO at 805-329-5595 to speak with a counselor. To schedule an appointment 24/7 call 888-585-7373. Ask about or free weekly family support group!

Finding a therapist can be difficult, and at Summer Sessions, we hope to cut down on the searching component of your journey. We know that the road "here," may have been difficult and we are here to support and listen. The goal of our team is to reflect our community with our own backgrounds and areas of expertise and support you. Whether experiencing a life stressor, ongoing anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma or more, you deserve support and we can help. Please see our website, www.SummerSessionsCounseling.org, for available providers and booking (www.therapyportal.com/p/summersessions/appointments/availability/)

Life is stressful and it can feel like it’s too much. Sometimes, we feel stuck, overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or we are having life transitions that seem really difficult. Maybe you are in a couplehood that feels tense, argumentative and disconnected. I work in a partnership with my clients both individuals and couples to improve their lives and mental health. What I offer is a non judgmental space where clients can express concerns, set healthy boundaries, increase coping skills and find realistic solutions to stress, anxiety and depression through gentle guidance.