Play therapists in San Luis Obispo, California CA
San Luis Obispo Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$194
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
|
| 28% |
Male |
|
| 8% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 93% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 7% |
Online Only |
|
Top Specialties
| 83% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Depression |
| 70% | Child or Adolescent Issues |
| 63% | Self Esteem |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 60% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 57% | Parenting |
We are proud to feature top rated Play therapists in San Luis Obispo. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
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New Beginnings Counseling Center (NBCC)
Pre-Licensed Professional
At New Beginnings Counseling Center's (NBCC) Donald J. Willfong Community Counseling Center, we are deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges with compassionate, accessible, and culturally attuned mental health care. For over 50 years, our nonprofit clinic has been a cornerstone of the Santa Barbara community, offering confidential counseling and therapeutic services that empower people to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Our diverse team of masters- and doctoral-level counselors — supported by experienced clinical supervisors — provides evidence-informed therapy in a traineeship setting, helping clients explore life transitions, relationship concerns, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, compulsive behaviors, substance use challenges, stress, anger management, isolation, and more. We offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling, available both in person and through telehealth to meet the varied needs of our community.
We believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of financial means. That’s why we provide one of the most affordable sliding-scale fee structures in the region — many clients pay less than $15 per session — and we never turn anyone away due to inability to pay. Counseling is available in both English and Spanish.
In addition to our clinical services, New Beginnings is dedicated to fostering community well-being through training the next generation of clinicians, integrating trauma-informed practices, and ensuring that our services are responsive, respectful, and strength-based. Our mission is to help individuals not just cope, but truly thrive, by supporting their emotional growth, resilience, and overall wellness.
We warmly welcome you to begin your journey toward healing and self-discovery with us.
66 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, CA California
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Janee Young
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hey there! I'm Janee Young, a licensed marriage and family therapist at Confidence and Clarity. I'm here to help you rock your confidence and discover the inner clarity you've been searching for. With a quirky and compassionate approach, my toolkit includes diverse therapy methods, integrating mindfulness to enhance coping strategies. Certified in evidence-based practices such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Seeking Safety, and Managing and Adapting Practices, my expertise spans Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, family discord, and Suicidal Ideation. Specializing in children, adolescents, young adults, and families, I use a client-centered, strength-based approach to dismantle mental barriers hindering your pursuit of happiness and peace. Invest in yourself—let's journey towards self-discovery, resilience, and growth.
10 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, CA California (Online Only)
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Brad Gilmore
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
You are wanting to get from where you are now to a different and better place. You know what you want - have always wanted - but nothing has worked. In therapy, I provide a bridge to get you there.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, CA California
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Castle Rock Family Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ACSW
We founded Castle Rock Family Services with a simple yet powerful belief: that we could be a force for positive change in our community. So many people are struggling, and we are committed to walking alongside them, providing support through a collaborative and compassionate approach to therapy.
Our goal is to meet clients where they are in their journey and empower them to work toward their goals. Personally, I specialize in working with children and teens, helping them navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. One of the greatest privileges of my work is collaborating with our incredible team of therapists—an inspiring group of compassionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable professionals who are deeply committed to supporting our clients, their families, and the community as a whole.
It is an honor to serve and support our community in every way we can, and I am grateful for the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
12 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, CA California
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Kim Christine Stevens
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
With compassion, presence and warmth, I am here to be your partner and guide on your growth journey. I partner with you to heal emotional trauma and gain self-acceptance through my specialized mind-body approach. I support you through healing limiting beliefs about yourself, developing excellent boundaries, and connecting with your inner-wisdom. You are unique and so is your therapy process, so we tailor our work together to your specific needs and goals. I serve empaths and highly sensitive people, supporting you in coming home to who you really are. Somatic. LGBTQ+. Internal Family Systems. Check out my TEDx talk via my website!
11 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, CA California