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Top therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA accepting new patients
Mental health support in San Luis Obispo is accessible through Headway's network of 8,991 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. With over 70+ insurance plans accepted nationally and copays estimated between $0-50 per session, care in neighborhoods like Downtown, Foothill, and Laguna Lake is affordable and flexible. Providers specialize in talk therapy and medication management across conditions including anxiety, depression, and more.
“I'm passionate about helping others take courageous steps to process life's losses, uncertainties and struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In therapy, we identify and process the root causes of childhood trauma and together, we learn new adaptive ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I bring a compassionate, steady presence to the therapy space and believe in meeting each person where they are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, strength-based and rooted in the belief that you already carry the resources you need - sometimes we just need to uncover them together.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy is relational, depth-oriented, and grounded in attachment and family systems work.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I conduct a thorough intake at the first appointment and also provide tips, techniques, and resources to support the client in feeling better...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is direct, but it comes from a place of care and compassion. My calm demeanor helps clients feel at ease and promotes trust.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I practice a compassionate, but realistic view and empower you to take steps towards getting your unmet needs fulfilled.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in a holistic perspective to therapy and enjoy helping individuals find their inner strength and wisdom to heal from pain, manage their stress, improve their relationships, and cultivate joy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I have been in private practice since 2006 in TX and 2025 in CA.
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a positive, healthy, and trusting space to encourage you to dig deeper and better understand yourself :)”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I blend my background as a fitness competitor and personal trainer with advanced training in health psychology and traumatic stress.”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm compassionate and honest, and along with your desire for change, i can reflect a mirror at you from a different perspective to adjust your trajectory.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach to counseling is strengths based and empowerment focused. I use a collaborative and egalitarian style with people who I works with in counseling.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Living with cerebral palsy has shaped my understanding of resilience, adaptation, and navigating systems of difference.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to assist each person lead a fulfilling, insightful and inspired life while managing daily stressors/concerns.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a safe and secure space where clients can explore complex feelings and emotions that feel like barriers to living a meaningful life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, combining practical tools with deeper therapeutic work.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“My therapy style is warm, direct, and deeply supportive. I believe in getting to the root of unhealthy patterns...”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I am a licensed psychologist who employs evidence-based and collaborative approaches to support individuals achieve their mental health goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“My style is cooperative and conversational. As a client, you will set your goals for therapy and we will develop strategies to reach your goals, checking in occasionally to see if we are on track or if our focus has changed.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I grew up in a small town in Hawaii, then came to Southern California and began studying psychology in 2001. I completed my master’s degree at Fuller School of Psychology in 2010 and served children and families at a community mental health agency for 10 years, also starting a private practice in 2015. While I loved island life, I’ve put down roots here through friendships, involvement in my community, and my love of LA’s cultural diversity.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I am looking forward to working with people one-on-one so they can actually live life to the fullest, no matter who they are, where they come from, or how they choose to live.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I often start with short-term goal-driven therapeutic approaches but have found that working to help clients get where they want to go may evolve into a longer journey of self-discovery.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I specialize in certain mental health diagnoses including personality disorders, postpartum issues, depression/anxiety, self harm/suicidal ideation.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Through our collaborative work, clients can expect to gain valuable self-insights, develop practical coping strategies, and build emotional resilience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe the client has the ability to find their answers with guidance. I work from the approach of curiosity and incorporate humor when appropriate.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I utilize several therapeutic 'tools' which help my client to decrease unhealthy relationship behaviors and increase healthy attachment...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Hello, my name is Leslie Rozner and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's from the University of Southern California and have been practicing for 6 years. I have worked with incarcerated and probation involved adolescents and families for 16 years in residential settings and in the community. My style is warm, authentic, humorous, and compassionate.
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My speciality in the last ten years has been working with gender expansive and LGBTQ+ children, adolescents and their families/caregivers.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I offer a supportive space to process challenges while helping you develop practical tools for emotional regulation and healthier communication.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is empathic, candid, and direct. I listen intently, but I also ask questions, I explore, I provide real, authentic feedback, and I use humor...I love to laugh!”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to treatment is to provide a safe and nurturing space to help you truly explore and process without a sense of shame or fear.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I enjoy helping people get to the root of what's weighing on them and working together toward a calmer, more stable, and more fulfilling everyday life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life. My role is to walk alongside you with empathy, curiosity, and encouragement...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I utilize Cognitive Behavioral methods, and Communication model. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe that each person already holds the capacity for healing, & that this work is about more than symptom relief- it is about empowerment, deeper self-understanding, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself that got lost or overlooked.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I offer a space of sincere empathy and emotional safety to explore, learn and grow from discomfort and unease.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide a place to exhale, share parts of your life and experiences that may be difficult to talk about and gently challenge old outdated ways of thinking and responding.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of San Luis Obispo, CA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Luis Obispo, CA
24+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 96%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 88%Relationship issues
- 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 58%Cigna
- 58%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 46%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
- 100%English
- 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
Provider gender
- 83%Woman
- 17%Man
License types
- 75%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 96%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 25%Child or adolescent therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in San Luis Obispo
Searching for therapists in San Luis Obispo starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists can help with concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and stress. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want to focus on. Bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or relationship-focused care.
In a smaller city like San Luis Obispo, local appointment options may be more limited than in larger California markets. Virtual therapy can expand your search while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in California. You may also want to compare appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in San Luis Obispo can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans nationally, and offer clear cost estimates before you book. You can browse therapists in San Luis Obispo, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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