Therapists in 93401
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Mai Timberlake
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified
Verified
If you've found yourself here then chances are you are looking for someone to assist you on your journey to self discovery. Maybe you are having difficulties in your relationships, looking for new ways to cope with stress, or are finally feeling ready to start working through some challenges of your past. Whatever the reason, therapy is a transformative process. My aim is to create a nonjudgemental, compassionate, and safe space for genuine understanding of your needs and goals. Together we can create the life you have always envisioned for yourself.
Waitlist for new clients

Daniel Zacarias Messiter
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Life is like a river of emotions, and sometimes the current can become unpredictable and overwhelming. Navigating this river can be exhausting, and when we try to block the flow, pressure builds, and builds and until it feels like there is too much to face alone. You do not have to navigate your river alone. Daniel creates a safe and welcoming environment for his clients to relieve stress, tension and learn new tools to aid in emotional navigation. His approach is client-centered, focusing on the depth of your experiences, to finding new insight and resolution to the difficulties in your life.

Julie Messer
Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Since you found me on this site I would venture to guess something is awry in your life...am I right? Whether you are struggling with relationships, tackling your own personal demons, or just have absolutely no idea why you don't feel like your normal self anymore we can work together to figure it out and discover solutions that work for you.

Hannah Roberts
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Do you find yourself wondering if you have an alcohol problem? Maybe the people you love are pressuring you to get help. But you’re not sure you want to go through the whole therapy thing. You’re worried about being shamed and told you have to get completely sober. Instead, you love a good life hack. You’d rather get straight to the point vs. spending months getting to know and trust a therapist. Sometimes we just need some support and a roadmap! I’ve created a 6-week self guided course just for you! Sign up on my website!

Alisa Orozco
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I enjoy connecting with couples, teens, and young adults seeking to find relief and healing from disconnection and emotional distress. My approach to therapy is attachment based and I often use expressive arts and somatic therapies. With couples, I offer a supportive and compassionate environment where couples can safely explore their feelings and connect with one another on a deeper level, leading to a secure attachment bond. My passion is to help you reconnect with your full self and to heal on a deeper level so that you may move through the world with a strong sense of internal safety, belonging, and dignity.
Not accepting new clients

Kris Roudebush
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Greetings! I'm Kris and I love facilitating therapeutic work with individuals and couples who are looking to explore, enhance, and heal various aspects of our complicated lives. My practice addresses life challenges using a holistic perspective, blending various treatment approaches. Primary approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, existential, mindfulness, and trauma focused. I am a Sex Therapist, and specialize in working with: clients with sexual traumas and PTSD, queer, trans and nonbinary folx, and those experiencing sexual difficulties, whether personally or in their relationship.

Josiah Loomis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I feel grateful for the opportunity to journey alongside you on your path towards personal growth and healing. I believe that the ability to create a life of meaning comes from within and that everyone is capable of reaching their most personal and intimate goals. I have found that therapy can be beneficial to those at any stage of life and enjoy working with people of all ages. I’ve provided child therapy to children in elementary schools, worked with adult survivors of domestic violence and those who live with mental health challenges as well as with elders transitioning through the final phases of life.

Lewis Scott Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDiv
Verified
Verified
I became a therapist to help individuals and couples successfully navigate the difficulties of life and relationships. I provide a safe, compassionate, and confidential environment for each of my clients so that they might move towards healing and growth in their lives. My passion is to help individuals and couples find the intimacy they desire by uncovering specific patterns and obstacles to intimacy and building on their strengths so that they have the relationships they truly desire.

Thrive San Luis Obispo
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
We are a queer woman-owned practice. Each of our therapists is committed to engaging in collaborative person-centered care with a focus on meeting our you where you're at to come alongside and walk this healing journey with you. We chose the name Thrive because that's what we want for you, to not just survive this life but to truly be a Thriving human. Additionally, many of our providers identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community and we are committed to serving those within our community.

Acorn Counseling/Bridges Therapy Group of CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
Verified
Verified
This has truly been a crazy time! If you are feeling overwhelmed, confused, lonely, sad, traumatized or any other normal, healthy reaction to crazy times, we totally get it. It's hard to get traction and make sense of things when nothing makes sense. You are not alone. We feel you, we're here for you, we want to help you. We've got amazing therapists here at Acorn who happen to be amazing humans also. We are all walking through this together. You don't have to do it alone. Please let us find you the right person to connect you with and get the support you need.

Ken Hutchinson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Thanks for visiting. I'm an experienced psychologist with a small part time practice in both San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria, CA. I conduct psychotherapy with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I work primarily with older adolescents and adults. I approach therapy from a gestalt perspective which means a level of depth and connection in therapy. Please note, I am not on any insurance panels. I also train therapists and do therapy with other therapists who want to deepen their personal and work experiences. My goal is to help others live richly, meaningfully, and deeply. I welcome those who find this information resonant.

Paula Defrisco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
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.

Erin Lindvall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, FAPA
Verified
Verified
I love my work as a psychotherapist, and consider it an honor and privilege to work with my clients and share in their quest for personal growth. I know that the decision to start therapy is often a difficult one. I applaud your willingness and initiative. My approach aims to engage, to inspire, and to help you imagine new possibilities. My goal is to assist you in developing tools and skills that enable you to more effectively deal with life and its challenges.

Suzanne Gorter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
"As above, so below". The ancient saying reminds us that the ways in which we experience life and encounters with others are based on patterns of behavior and beliefs about ourselves in the world that have developed over time. Often these patterns and beliefs serve us well, other times they create inner turmoil, frustration, and confusion. As a therapist, I am committed to the facilitating the process for you of discovering unconscious patterns and beliefs, how they have been beneficial or harmful, and learning to make consciously informed responses to the problematic situations in life that you are facing.

Jeneane Nicodemus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
"Let your yes be yes, and your no be no!" Asserting your own needs and wants while maintaining love and connection within relationships can seem impossible. The chaos of pleasing others feels overwhelming and our own desires can get lost in transit. That feeling of being on an emotional treadmill- working hard without the results you desire. Help to unravel some of this messiness seems difficult without grace and guidance. The salve of a listener who can also offer insight can be a process toward healing. Whatever the narrative is in your current situation let's figure it out together. Internal self love and joy is possible.
Not accepting new clients

Sara Robinow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I often hear from clients that they feel lost in the world, lonely in spite of their relationships and are unsure of how to cope with the onslaught of change we are all experiencing. I can help you build the stability to achieve your goals while navigating the ups and downs of life. I’m passionate about working with clients who are looking to find their path in the world. Feel free to peruse my website to learn more about me and the services I offer. www.sararobinowlmft.com

Christina Dee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
Connecting with yourself can bring a greater calm and balance to your life. I provide a warm presence to help you nourish, strengthen and restore yourself to emotional, physical and spiritual wellness. Whether you wish you heal a broken heart, process grief and loss, resolve a work challenge or discover ways to fine-tune your beliefs and attitudes, I am ready to journey by your side as a source of support, guidance and insight.

Amanda Dalbey
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In a time where distractions and uncertainties are omnipresent. Where isolation is fostered by "screen connections", anxiety that keeps us from achieving our true potential, or depression that makes it difficult to get out of bed in the morning. We are more alone than ever before and in need of true, meaningful connections. Reaching out for support is the first step in rebuilding and reclaiming our lives. In my practice, I strive to cultivate a safe space where you can begin your healing journey through a trauma-informed lens. You will learn how to fully regain control of your life and create the life you have always wanted.

Karen A Akre
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.

Trinity Berguia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Being human means you’ve experienced pain and heartbreak. What caused the pain, who was involved, and how you handle it is unique to your story. It’s from these places of pain that our “problems” are birthed. Trinity's role as a psychotherapist and fellow human is to help create a space for you to explore all parts of yourself and your story. Trinity assists clients in finding ways to heal from attachment wounds in order to achieve a satisfying adult life.
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What type of 93401 mental health professional is right for me?
While most types of therapy have a lot in common, they also fall into clusters that share core features, such as cognitive therapies or psychodynamic approaches. It is important to seek someone who practices evidence-based therapy, meaning one or more forms of treatment that have been scientifically evaluated and tested, and demonstrate consistent improvement for a majority of patients.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist or counselor in 93401?
When looking to find a therapist, start by considering training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Understanding cost and insurance coverage is an important concern for many people. With some basic research and conversations with prospective therapists, you should be able to have a good understanding of the best way to afford therapy.