Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 93401

Taking the first step towards healing by reaching out is difficult. I will support you in taking that first step towards a brighter future by creating a safe space for healing and growth. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma and substance abuse. Whether you're a child, college student or adult, I'll support you in processing through life challenges and building skills for growth and empowerment. I am a part of and have a passion for working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and creating an authentic space for navigating areas of discomfort for healing.

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.

Life brings some challenges to all of us and sorting these out can be difficult for the most competent of individuals. My hope is to help you find the clarity you seek so you can enjoy your life to the fullest by creating an accepting environment to support your journey to a better life. I have always been curious about people and what makes us think one way or another. I have had the opportunity to serve people in this area for over 20 years at different agencies and have worked with very diverse folks. I would love the opportunity to help you discover some unexplored part of yourself that can deepen satisfaction in your life.

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.

We never have to be stuck in distress. A greater sense of peace and control is possible for each of us to obtain within a supportive therapeutic environment. By examining our values and aligning our actions to them, we can create meaningful change. My role is to join you in working through depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship distress, unresolved emotional burdens, substance abuse, or other major life events, in order to move away from the challenges you feel are holding you back, and move towards the life you want to live.

It is difficult when past hurts show up as overwhelming emotions and problematic behaviors that negatively impact our relationships with others and with ourselves. We can feel stuck in a repetitive loop of conflict despite our attempts to find relief and resolution. With a good fit, we will aim to navigate therapy collaboratively and to hold each session within a safe and non-judgmental space. I work with individuals who may need support to resolve this conflict so they may become empowered to live their daily lives to thrive as who they are and participate in meaningful relationships.

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, Julie Jennings, Debbie Whitney, Cassidy Pierce, Téa Main, Griff Jennings, and Gabriel Solla. 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.

The needs of others come before your own? Sometimes, as children, we fundamentally altered who we were to adjust to trauma, role-reversals, and cold parenting. This can create an underdeveloped sense of self or we are sensitive the slightest shifts in the moods of others. Relationships are scary. When happiness finally starts to seep in, an overwhelming fear sets in that it will all collapse & disappear.

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.

I believe empathy, authenticity and genuineness should underlie any therapeutic relationship. I work from more of a relational and depth approach, offering a deeper integration of body, mind and spirit. I also utilize many different therapeutic techniques, such as DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, and Attachment Theory. With 14 years of clinical practice, I have a lot professional training and experience to draw on. I offer different levels of therapy, tailored to where you are at & what you are interested in - whether you are seeking a large transformational change, or merely transformation of a situation or life circumstance.

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/)

Griff offers individual therapy to adults, adolescents, and couples as they navigate relationship challenges and strengthen connections. His journey in the field began here in our Central Coast community with serving youth and families experiencing trauma. Beyond providing in-home behavioral services, past therapeutic roles also include case manager and social worker while clinical experience includes a focus on: self-esteem, parenting skills, life transitions, men’s issues, anxiety and depression. Griff's all about creating a trusting therapeutic space where you can feel understood.

You and your story deserve to be heard - in a safe, supportive environment, and on your terms.

Few of us make it through childhood without having experienced trauma of one form or another. Often times, the adaptations that we make in order to best survive early life challenges, lead to patterns of belief and action which get in the way of us finding freedom, happiness, and fulfillment as adolescents and adults. Every person deserves an opportunity to grow to their greatest potential. Therapy is a facilitated process of increasing awareness of obstacles to growth and supporting transformation.

I am a passionate nature enthusiast and Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are interested in furthering their development and reaching a deeper understanding of their own, authentic being. I believe that we are more than our emotions and behaviors–we are complex people that require introspection and the honor of a unique and individualized path to healing. Through the exploration of stories and patterns (both current and past), I assist clients in coming into a deeper understanding and ease with the self.

If you find yourself on this site looking for a therapist, then the answer is yes! It is the right time for you to focus on healing for yourself! I specialize in working with people who are looking for help healing anxiety, depression, body image and relationship challenges. The most important relationship you will ever have is with yourself, and my background in attachment theory, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness and the well known trauma treatment called EMDR gives me a unique perspective about the challenges all humans face. I offer online and in person therapy and I can't wait to hear from you!

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.

Founded in 2022 by Dr. Ray Rivas, Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy offers intravenous ketamine infusions in conjunction with licensed psychotherapists who provide ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). Our facility is located near downtown San Luis Obispo, CA. Our mission is to help our patients live happier and healthier lives by adopting a holistic approach and integrating psychedelic-assisted therapy as a vital component of the process. This involves providing effective and safe care through individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique characteristics of each patient.

Grace (licensed as Margaret Peavy), offers client-centered therapy to adults, youth, and families navigating life’s challenges. Taking the time and energy to earn your trust, she shares a relational approach to spark genuine connection in a non-judgemental space where you’re encouraged to build on your strengths. Over a decade serving youth and families of all ages in the mental health community makes Grace an impactful facilitator of personal growth.