Online Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Arroyo Grande, California CA
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Lisa Abrams-Misbeek
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hi. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I offer virtual therapy to individuals as well as couples throughout California.
I accept both Insurance as well as Private Pay clients. I specialize in substances abuse, dual diagnosis, stress, anxiety, depression, codependency, loss, relationship issues, and many other issues. I look forward to working with you to help you find resolution to your problems.
15 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Judith Nitchie
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT36770
Since the advent of the Covid pandemic all sessions have been through teletherapy - either video or phone. While the initial motivator is protection of our physical health, the practice provides increased accessibility and convenience for clients. Studies (and practice) have shown that teletherapy can be equally effective as in-person therapy.
32 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Margaret Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LPCC
About My Practice
I provide specialized online therapy for adults (18+) navigating anxiety, trauma, and complex life challenges. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered in a secure virtual environment, I create a supportive space for healing and personal transformation from wherever you are. My approach focuses on getting to the root of what's creating your struggles rather than just managing surface symptoms.
My Approach
My practice centers on what I call "updating your operating system"—we explore the roots of your patterns, understand how you got where you are, and consciously choose where you want to go next. This isn't about dwelling in the past; it's about understanding yourself more deeply so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. I bring together evidence-based techniques like CBT, ACT, Coherence Therapy, and clinical hypnosis with mindfulness practices, creating sessions that are collaborative and organic rather than rigid or prescribed.
Here's what might surprise you: one of the most powerful dimensions of real change is acceptance. Not the passive, resigned kind, but the courageous turning toward where you are with care and curiosity. This approach allows you to look squarely at reality and move forward from a place of truth rather than resistance.
Areas of Specialization
I specialize in supporting clients with:
Anxiety: Managing generalized worry, social anxiety, perfectionism-driven anxiety, decision paralysis, and the anxiety that stems from unprocessed trauma
Trauma Processing: Working through childhood trauma, parentification, relational wounds, and past experiences that continue to shape how you move through the world today
Complex Family Dynamics: Navigating challenging relationships with adult children, aging parents, partners, and other family members where boundaries feel blurred
Grief and Loss: Processing loss in its many forms—of people, relationships, the life you thought you'd be living, or your sense of purpose and identity
Patterns That No Longer Serve: Breaking cycles of people-pleasing, over-functioning, perfectionism, and abandoning your own needs to care for others
Benefits of Online Therapy
My virtual practice offers several advantages:
- Access specialized trauma-informed therapy from the comfort of your own space
- Greater scheduling flexibility across multiple time zones
- Elimination of travel time and transportation barriers
- A familiar environment that may enhance feelings of safety during vulnerable work
Getting Started
I work best with people who are managing to keep their heads above water but know something needs to shift—those experiencing mild to moderate concerns rather than acute crises. I welcome clients who are curious, open to looking at their lives holistically, and interested in a partnership approach. If you're willing to do the sometimes uncomfortable work of growth and want genuine understanding rather than therapy-speak, we'll likely be a good match.
My style is warm, direct, and refreshingly real. Research shows the most important factor in successful therapy is whether you feel genuinely understood and emotionally safe with your therapist—building that authentic connection is central to how I work.
Licensed in Colorado, California, and Maryland. Specialized training in Coherence Therapy, ACT, CBT, and clinical hypnosis.
15 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Castle Rock Family Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ACSW
At Castle Rock Family Services, our mission is simple: Help More People More. We are dedicated to strengthening our community by providing compassionate therapy and meaningful support. Our experienced clinicians meet you where you are in your journey, offering guidance, connection, and resources to help you find peace and reach your fullest potential. Whether through in-person or telehealth sessions, we are here to support you every step of the way.
12 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Chris Guthrey
Psychologist, PsyD
I specialize in providing teletherapy services tailored specifically for men. Understanding the unique challenges that men face, I offer a confidential and supportive space to address issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and personal and spiritual growth. I provide a confidential and supportive environment for men of any ethnicity or sexual orientation.
11 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Angelique Umutesi
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Roots & Refuge Center was created by Angelique Umutesi, LCSW, a refugee and therapist, to help people heal in a safe and caring space.
Angelique’s life experience showed her that many people, especially refugees and immigrants, need support that understands their culture and struggles.
At Roots & Refuge, we offer therapy, spiritual care, and community support, all with kindness and respect.
We believe everyone’s healing journey is unique, and we are here to walk with you.
5 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Gail Kirk Poust
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I offer secure video sessions through My Best Practice for private pay or Allminds and Alma platforms for insurance billing.
12 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
You don’t have to keep holding it all together on your own.
I offer online therapy for women and couples who look like they’re managing life well on the outside—but internally feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or not quite like themselves. Many of my clients are navigating high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship struggles, and major life transitions, including perimenopause.
Virtual therapy with me is not a watered-down version of in-person work—it’s focused, effective, and designed to create real change. From the comfort of your own space, we’ll work to help you feel more grounded in your body, clearer in your mind, and more connected in your relationships.
If you’re in a relationship, online sessions can help you break out of repeating conflict cycles, better understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and rebuild connection—even if things have felt stuck for a long time.
My approach blends practical tools with deeper, insight-oriented work. We focus first on regulation—so you’re not just talking about your life, you’re actually able to shift how you experience it.
Online therapy offers flexibility, privacy, and accessibility—without sacrificing depth.
If you’re ready for support that goes beyond coping and helps you create meaningful, lasting change, I’d love to work with you.
2 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Amanda A. Hendricks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, ATR-BC, MA, MFA, RYT®200, CTMH, EMDRIA Certified Therapist™
As a clinical telemental health provider (CTMH), Amanda uses videoconferencing to meet with her private clients. She is a California-based Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 7898) and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC 18-044) with a Master of Art in Art Therapy Counseling from Marylhurst University (MA 2014).
In 2020, she completed her training in the evidence-based practice of trauma treatment called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is now a EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ (2025).
She is also a registered yoga teacher (RYT®200; 2020). She also holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from UC Davis (MFA 2002), a Bachelor of Arts degree from UC Berkeley (BA 1999), over ten years experience in arts instruction and lifelong experience working with a wide variety of art mediums and practices.
12 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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David Gumpert
Psychologist, PsyD
I have worked since 2005 with clients with depression, stress, men's issues, and other life challenges, primarily in non-profits with marginalized and underserved communities. I see people seeking support for many difficulties, including:imposter syndrome, self-esteem, boundaries, vulnerability, excessive guilt and shame, communication skills, difficulty asking for help or saying "no," and more. Reducing self-judgment will help you to make better decisions that are aligned with your core values. This will ultimately free you from negative thoughts or worries so you are more fully available for all the important things in your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Marina Edelman | TrueMe Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Marina Edelman, LMFT, is the founder of TrueMe Counseling, a group practice dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families build healthier relationships and overcome life's most difficult challenges. Alongside her team of nine therapists, Marina provides compassionate, evidence-based care for relationship concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, affair recovery, and more. TrueMe Counseling offers both in-person and virtual therapy throughout California, with sliding-scale options available to make quality mental health care more accessible.
20 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Jennifer Neilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Online therapy has allowed me the opportunity to provide supportive psychotherapy services. I offer in-person and online teletherapy sessions.
13 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Kristina Anzell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CPSC
Come hair a mess, baby in your arms, pjs on. The important part of therapy is showing up, not showing up put together!
10 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Lisa Abdilova Andresen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Major life stressors often trigger flare-ups of mental health challenges.
Are you feeling disconnected from friends, or working a job you don't love?
Have you felt unlike yourself lately? Irritable, unmotivated, and detached? Worried about letting others down? Not looking forward to anything?
Maybe you're feeling guilty for procrastinating? Finding it tough to relax or sleep restfully?
Is your inner critic getting louder? Do you keep wondering if you're doing enough, are loved enough, or will ever be good enough?
What if the links between trauma and achievement are playing out for you?
Life is tough, and so are you.
9 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Mary Mallinson Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
California-based LCSW offering virtual trauma therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I specialize in EMDR therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic therapy to support healing from childhood trauma, attachment wounds, and family of origin issues. I offer both weekly therapy and EMDR therapy intensives for deeper, focused trauma work. Sessions are available via telehealth throughout California.
5 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Laura Fleming
Pre-Licensed Professional, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
I meet you online at times that work best for you—even early mornings before your day begins. When we connect virtually, I bring the warmth and curiosity that makes it feel like we are in the same room. I work diligently to ensure I create a safe, engaging space where meaningful change can happen. My platform for telehealth is secure, HIPPA compliant, and reliable for smooth virtual sessions.
2 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Christina Dee
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A. LMFT
I offer therapy sessions both in-person and virtually.
11 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Dr. Cristal Lopez
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Welcome! You might be feeling disconnected from your family, friends, children, job, or even the world. I'm Dr. Cristal Lopez, and I believe that we all have powerful strengths. Together, we will explore yours to help you unlock your full potential, connect authentically with others, and show up as your true self. My training at top U.S. children's hospitals, including Children's Hospital Los Angeles, California Pacific Medical Center, Texas Children’s Hospital, and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, has provided me with over 6 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young and mid-life adults, and families.
For my younger clients, I use behavioral and play therapy techniques, while also supporting parents and families to foster healthy connections. With adolescents and adults, I draw on strength-based, humanistic, and relational principles to guide our work together.
Beyond traditional mental health concerns, I specialize and publish work in: coping with chronic illnesses, career-related issues (burnout, work-life balance), trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and stress related to first-responder families. I’m committed to guiding you, your child, or family to a more connected and fulfilling life. Invest in yourself!
9 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
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Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
Online therapy makes it possible to connect from wherever you are: home, office, or on the go. I provide secure video sessions for clients across California, giving you the same focused attention and depth of conversation you’d expect in person. It’s a flexible option for people with busy schedules, parents at home, or anyone who prefers the comfort of their own space.
10 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA
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Karen Petren
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hello! My name is Karen and I have been a psychotherapist for 25 years. I specialize in ADHD, OCD, parenting, anxiety, trauma, and the existential crises of simply being human in a complex world. Together, we can figure out what to repair, nudge around, or discard so you can have a more balanced and fulfilling life. It gets better…it truly does!
25 Years Experience
Online in Arroyo Grande, CA (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Arroyo Grande, California Statistics
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Arroyo Grande, California average 13 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (79%), Trauma and PTSD (67%), and Depression (66%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 79% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Depression |
| 56% | Stress |
| 51% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 44% | Self Esteem |
| 43% | Women's Issues |