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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Hannah Morrison

Hannah Morrison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • San Luis Obispo, CA


In addition to my work as a licensed therapist, I have over 15 years of experience supporting children, adults, couples, and families in a variety of mental health and community settings. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences. My passion is helping cycle breakers heal old wounds, build healthier relationships, and create lives that feel more connected, intentional, and authentic.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Mackenzie McFarland

Mackenzie McFarland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • San Luis Obispo, CA


“Within my practice, I will collaboratively work with you to find a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you with evidenced-based approaches.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Paterese Reynolds

Paterese Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Atascadero, CA


“I provide a safe and confidential space for you to explore your worries, wants and needs, and more importantly, identify the barriers to change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

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Lacey Gibson

Lacey Gibson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Arroyo Grande, CA


“Life can feel challenging and overwhelming—especially when you're juggling everything for others and losing sight of yourself.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Katie Mitchel

Katie Mitchel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Atascadero, CA


“I am dedicated to creating a safe, shame-free space for mothers to share their challenges, ensuring that your mental health is a priority, not an afterthought.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Janeen Murphy

Janeen Murphy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Paso Robles, CA


“I have had extensive training and experience providing trauma focused, attachment based therapeutic treatment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Carrie Yerdon

Carrie Yerdon

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome, I am so glad you are here taking this step in your therapy journey. Finding a therapist that aligns with your needs is crucial step in this process and it is my hope that sharing more about me, can further guide you in this step. First and foremost, I possess a Master's in Psychology and have a license in Marriage and Family therapy. I am trained in EMDR (Eye movement desensitization reprocessing) and specialize in working with trauma and trauma related conditions.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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“My communication style is empathetic, warm, and direct. I offer a safe space where you can speak freely, without fear of judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alma Baeza

Alma Baeza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to make sessions a safe space for each individual, to me, that means allowing the client to set the tone.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Lichtenstein

Lisa Lichtenstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


I create a warm environment to work collaboratively on achieving your objectives. I've been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years. I specialize in relationships, anxiety, depression, fears/phobias, couples work, creativity, career enhancement among other goals. I have an eclectic treatment modality including psychodynamic, self-psychology, cognitive-behavioral, hypnotherapy and NLP.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lisa Flores

Lisa Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and direct, because I believe therapy can be both supportive and honest.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lourdes Castro

Lourdes Castro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach draws upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danelle Drayton

Danelle Drayton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I support individuals navigating a wide range of mental health challenges, with an emphasis on helping clients reconnect with their bodies, build safety within and around themselves, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ghazaleh Rafalian

Ghazaleh Rafalian

Therapist

Virtual • California


I specialized in working with preteen, teens, young adults and adult individuals. My purpose is to provide an empathic, supportive space in which you can speak freely about your experiences, consider issues of identity, and explore relational possibilities. I understand that family dynamics can be complex and challenging. Through therapy one can uncover the past and find a deeper connection on how thoughts impact the behavior in the present.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Larisa Escalante

Larisa Escalante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships, and I work to create a space where you feel deeply seen, heard, and respected.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rashea Murphy

Rashea Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and I've been working in mental health since I was in my twenties — over 20 years, most recently within LA County public service. I'm now building a private practice focused on adults who are actively choosing to be in therapy. I see clients via telehealth throughout California.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Benedicte Last

Dr. Benedicte Last

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“After a session, clients often tell me that they feel comfortable talking to me. And at the same time, they feel they have changed course in the direction they want, during that time.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amanda Logid

Amanda Logid

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) which is a credentialed mental health professional that works with individuals, couples - both married and unmarried, families of all configurations, children and adolescents, and groups to facilitate healing or relief of mental, emotional, and relational concerns.



Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hayley Osretkar

Hayley Osretkar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a humanistic and strengths-based approach, meaning I meet my client's where they are in their journey...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Amy Trimble

Amy Trimble

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a systems thinker, so I am very inquisitive and I like to get a really detailed family history.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Eid

Ashley Eid

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that everyone deserves to feel at peace with their body and emotions, and to live a life of authenticity and fulfillment.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Audrea Nicholson

Audrea Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting youth, people of color, and the LGBTQIA+ community through life's challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anne Dennis

Anne Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • California


Weather you have been considering therapy, worked with therapy in the past or loved ones are suggesting reaching out-welcome to my practice. I work with individuals, couples and families in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career issues, job dissatisfaction. My specialty areas included the assessment and treatment of Perinatal and Postpartum Depression/Anxiety and Grief and Loss.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Jack Gallagher

Jack Gallagher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a humanistic, collaborative approach to help clients feel supported and empowered as they navigate life's challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Urania Acevedo

Dr. Urania Acevedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be both compassionate and productive, and that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christina Picker

Christina Picker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is collaborative and practical, gentle when you need support, and direct when you need clarity, so you leave sessions with insight and tools you can actually use.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bryan Strycula

Bryan Strycula

Therapist

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My therapeutic approach is client centered, collaborative, and eclectic consisting of a wide array of theoretical orientations and modalities to suit your needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sharon Walsh

Sharon Walsh

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe the best work happens when you feel comfortable, understood, and supported. My goal is to create a space where you can be yourself—no pressure, no judgment, and no need to have everything figured out before you start. We’ll work together to explore what’s bringing you in, what matters most to you, and what you’d like to change or better understand.

I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all approaches. Each person is different, so our work will be tailored to your needs, your goals, and your pace. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, going through a transition, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, I’m here to help you move forward in a way that feels manageable and authentic.

What I Bring to Our Work

  • A welcoming, nonjudgmental space
  • Thoughtful listening and honest, compassionate feedback
  • A balance of insight and practical tools you can use outside of sessions
  • Support that’s personalized to you, not a preset formula

If you’re looking for someone who is easy to talk to, genuinely supportive, and invested in your growth, I’d be glad to work with you and see if we’re a good fit.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Aida Grigorian

Aida Grigorian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“After experiencing the profound positive impact of therapy on my own life... I felt a deep calling to pursue a career as a licensed clinical therapist.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Celia Barry

Celia Barry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive space where clients feel comfortable exploring these challenges without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Savanna Burdick

Savanna Burdick

Therapist

Virtual • California


You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or emotionally stuck - functioning on the outside while struggling internally. I work with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, day to day stressors or the effects of past or ongoing stress and trauma. Many clients are thoughtful and capable but feel on edge, emotionally shut down, reactive, or unsure why things feel so hard. Parents often seek support when their child is struggling with big emotions, anxiety, mood changes, or behavior that feels confusing or concerning. Clients want relief, clarity, and to feel more steady and in control again.

I have over 12 years working with children, teens, and adults in the mental healthcare space. I have worked in numerous areas including community clinics, foster care, court systems, residential facilities, and more. I am licensed in both CA and TX and hold many certifications for therapy models.

My wide scope of practice supports children, adolescents, and adults with trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. I also help clients manage everyday overwhelm, emotional reactivity, and burnout—not just major diagnoses. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating grief, anger, relationship conflict, life transitions, and behavioral or emotional challenges.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Mandel

Amy Mandel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am integrative with therapeutic approach, dependent on needs of the individual. Several practice approaches would include: Psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, CBT, EMDR, Solution Focused, etc.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Monica Ippolito

Monica Ippolito

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is a collaborative process—we'll work together in a space that's creative, empowering, and grounded in non-judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tara Kesling

Tara Kesling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am open, and warm, I can be direct, I use cognative therapy and other modalities to help clients gain insight.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“We listen, empathize and acknowledge your concerns. We utilize biopsychosocial model in all our assessments, evaluations and evidence-based practice for a better patient outcome.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chevon Stewart

Chevon Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe there is no one "right" way to heal, so I offer multiple pathways—talking, movement, art-making, and body-based practices—to meet you where you are.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandee Herrera

Brandee Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


My work centers on helping clients navigate difficult transitions, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with their capacity for growth and healing. As a social worker with five years of experience, I believe every person deserves to feel heard, supported, and empowered. I’m passionate about creating a space where clients can show up as they are and feel met with compassion, curiosity, and care.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Lorilee Bohn

Dr. Lorilee Bohn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am committed to offering a trauma informed holistic approach to treatment that focuses on the underlying cause of mental health conditions in order to help achieve optimal health and well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jose Hernandez

Jose Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a naturally curious, growth-oriented human who believes healing happens when insight meets action. I love helping people zoom out to see the bigger picture of their lives—while also gently zooming in on the patterns, habits, and beliefs that shape their everyday experience.

I’m drawn to the intersection of self-awareness and real-world momentum. Therapy with me is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded. We can explore the deep stuff—identity, relationships, purpose, transitions—while also building practical tools you can actually use on a Tuesday afternoon when life is lifing.

I value emotional honesty, nervous system regulation, and sustainable growth over quick fixes. I believe you’re not broken—you’re adaptive. Together, we figure out what’s working, what’s outdated, and how to move forward in a way that feels aligned, empowered, and authentically you.

Expect warmth, insight, humor when it fits, and a space where all parts of you are welcome. Healing doesn’t have to be clinical and cold—it can be connected, intentional, and even a little energizing.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in San Luis Obispo, CA

Number of therapists serving San Luis Obispo, CA
There are over 2,787 therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA accepting new patients.
2,787+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 86%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Cigna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 62%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%French
  • 1%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 93%Woman
  • 6%Man
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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