Therapists in Grover Beach, CA
Sally Dutton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Accepting NEW Clients: In-person and telehealth services available.
Accepting NEW Clients: In-person and telehealth services available.
Anne Norfleet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93483
Life sure does have its' ups and downs, this is true for all of us! Life can be exciting and fun, as well as frustrating and painful. Challenges can leave us feeling stuck, emotionally drained, ineffectual, and even hopeless. We all have strengths but sometimes we lose sight of them and feel lost, maybe alone and overwhelmed. Therapy and the therapeutic relationship can support you in navigating an array of obstacles, finding clarity, opening up new possibilities, and moving toward a more fulfilling and balanced life!
Life sure does have its' ups and downs, this is true for all of us! Life can be exciting and fun, as well as frustrating and painful. Challenges can leave us feeling stuck, emotionally drained, ineffectual, and even hopeless. We all have strengths but sometimes we lose sight of them and feel lost, maybe alone and overwhelmed. Therapy and the therapeutic relationship can support you in navigating an array of obstacles, finding clarity, opening up new possibilities, and moving toward a more fulfilling and balanced life!
Yumi Velazquez-Mabray
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Waitlist for new clients
I work primarily with children, teens, and adults who have suffered traumatic events. I provide an outlet without judgement, helping clients work through unresolved feelings about past childhood trauma, family conflict, and broken relationships, which can cause significant distress, affecting other parts of their lives. I will help you break away from anything that is holding you back from being the person you truly desire to be. My style is eclectic, supporting individual needs, unlocking and developing each person's potential. With children and teens, I use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in overcoming negative effects of the traumatic experience.
I work primarily with children, teens, and adults who have suffered traumatic events. I provide an outlet without judgement, helping clients work through unresolved feelings about past childhood trauma, family conflict, and broken relationships, which can cause significant distress, affecting other parts of their lives. I will help you break away from anything that is holding you back from being the person you truly desire to be. My style is eclectic, supporting individual needs, unlocking and developing each person's potential. With children and teens, I use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in overcoming negative effects of the traumatic experience.
Lynn Marie, M.A., L.M.F.T.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (Online Only)
Licensed since 1999, my goal is to provide you with a compassionate, supportive, and holistic approach to improving depression, anxiety, trauma, grief issues, stress and pain management. As we work together, my focus is to help you to overcome the challenges of daily life, and support you as you move up to your next level of confidence and well-being.
Licensed since 1999, my goal is to provide you with a compassionate, supportive, and holistic approach to improving depression, anxiety, trauma, grief issues, stress and pain management. As we work together, my focus is to help you to overcome the challenges of daily life, and support you as you move up to your next level of confidence and well-being.
Michelle L Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Are you experiencing anxiety you can’t just shake? Are you experiencing depression due to life situations? Are you experiencing trauma from your past? Are you experiencing addiction use, abuse, or relapse? All of these struggles along with life’s challenges can be overwhelming. Your life doesn’t have to be this challenging anymore. Choose to engage in therapy, develop trust, and share your concerns with someone who cares.
Are you experiencing anxiety you can’t just shake? Are you experiencing depression due to life situations? Are you experiencing trauma from your past? Are you experiencing addiction use, abuse, or relapse? All of these struggles along with life’s challenges can be overwhelming. Your life doesn’t have to be this challenging anymore. Choose to engage in therapy, develop trust, and share your concerns with someone who cares.
Elisha Black
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Not accepting new clients
I offer individual psychotherapy for children and adolescents who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, relational and academic difficulties, or struggling with post-trauma symptoms. I am a compassionate, creative, dedicated therapist and Play Therapy Specialist. I have over thirty years of experience working with children and have been a parent for twenty nine years. Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a teacher for ten years. I have experience working with children from a variety of cultures, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds, including foster and adoptive children.
I offer individual psychotherapy for children and adolescents who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, relational and academic difficulties, or struggling with post-trauma symptoms. I am a compassionate, creative, dedicated therapist and Play Therapy Specialist. I have over thirty years of experience working with children and have been a parent for twenty nine years. Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a teacher for ten years. I have experience working with children from a variety of cultures, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds, including foster and adoptive children.
Humberto (Berto) Cantu
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (Online Only)
I am a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the counseling field. I am committed to supporting adults facing mental health challenges, providing evidence-based interventions, and fostering resilience. Areas of Expertise: Addiction Recovery, Depression Management, Anxiety Relief. My goal is to help clients resolve relationship problems, handle challenges in their career, control impulsive behaviors, and create achievable goals.
I am a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the counseling field. I am committed to supporting adults facing mental health challenges, providing evidence-based interventions, and fostering resilience. Areas of Expertise: Addiction Recovery, Depression Management, Anxiety Relief. My goal is to help clients resolve relationship problems, handle challenges in their career, control impulsive behaviors, and create achievable goals.
Leslie Barber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LVN, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Leslie brings a compassionate, open, and direct approach to her work with teens, families, and individuals. Her primary modalities include cognitive behavior therapy, Gestalt therapy and art therapy. Leslie's areas of expertise include attachment issues, grief and loss, anxiety and depression and their relationship to eating disorders. Her desire is to provide a safe, nurturing space where her clients can learn to be more comfortable in their own skin. Leslie's specialized training in eating disorder treatment gives her deep insight into the client's journey to recovery.
Leslie brings a compassionate, open, and direct approach to her work with teens, families, and individuals. Her primary modalities include cognitive behavior therapy, Gestalt therapy and art therapy. Leslie's areas of expertise include attachment issues, grief and loss, anxiety and depression and their relationship to eating disorders. Her desire is to provide a safe, nurturing space where her clients can learn to be more comfortable in their own skin. Leslie's specialized training in eating disorder treatment gives her deep insight into the client's journey to recovery.
Joe Ferra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
We specialize in helping individuals on the brink of separation or divorce, facing communication breakdowns, and unable to find common ground. Ideal clients have tried counseling, even within their faith communities, without success. We stand as a last resort, providing counseling and mediation to halt relationship deterioration. Our goal is to offer a comprehensive, solution-focused path to reconciliation, addressing root causes and fostering effective communication. If you're considering separation or divorce and feel you've exhausted all options, we provide hope and a genuine opportunity for healing.
We specialize in helping individuals on the brink of separation or divorce, facing communication breakdowns, and unable to find common ground. Ideal clients have tried counseling, even within their faith communities, without success. We stand as a last resort, providing counseling and mediation to halt relationship deterioration. Our goal is to offer a comprehensive, solution-focused path to reconciliation, addressing root causes and fostering effective communication. If you're considering separation or divorce and feel you've exhausted all options, we provide hope and a genuine opportunity for healing.
Faith Kriewall Carlson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (Online Only)
I am a somatic therapist specializing in trauma recovery. In a decade of serving individuals and families, I have come to believe in the power of our bodies to re-wire our experiences and reclaim our joy. I am passionate about protecting and respecting each person's right to belonging, self-determination, and self-love. It is my honor to hold a space of unconditional positive regard for my clients as we use body-breath techniques to reconcile long-standing trauma responses.
I am a somatic therapist specializing in trauma recovery. In a decade of serving individuals and families, I have come to believe in the power of our bodies to re-wire our experiences and reclaim our joy. I am passionate about protecting and respecting each person's right to belonging, self-determination, and self-love. It is my honor to hold a space of unconditional positive regard for my clients as we use body-breath techniques to reconcile long-standing trauma responses.
Russell W French Psychologist Psyd
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD, RPA
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
There are many paths up the mountain. I believe that each individual is as unique as the pathway they select in life. On every path there are difficult challenges that bring questions. Why do I feel this way? What am I missing? Is what I'm feeling a mental illness? Is my brain functioning properly? Do I need professional help?
There are many paths up the mountain. I believe that each individual is as unique as the pathway they select in life. On every path there are difficult challenges that bring questions. Why do I feel this way? What am I missing? Is what I'm feeling a mental illness? Is my brain functioning properly? Do I need professional help?
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Psychologist, PhD, RYT, BCBA, SEP(t)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Waitlist for new clients
I help people who seek improved interpersonal relationships, enhanced brain function, nervous system regulation, spiritual guidance, and diagnostic clarification. You may have experienced a loss, a trauma, a transition, or an unexpected life upheaval. My job is to walk with you in the darkness and shine a light, so we may find the way through together. Whether you are seeking an assessment for diagnostic questions, or a longer therapeutic relationship to allow deeper self-exploration, I am happy to join you in the work. I am highly motivated to work with individuals that identify as part of the LGBTQ+ and neurodiverse communities.
I help people who seek improved interpersonal relationships, enhanced brain function, nervous system regulation, spiritual guidance, and diagnostic clarification. You may have experienced a loss, a trauma, a transition, or an unexpected life upheaval. My job is to walk with you in the darkness and shine a light, so we may find the way through together. Whether you are seeking an assessment for diagnostic questions, or a longer therapeutic relationship to allow deeper self-exploration, I am happy to join you in the work. I am highly motivated to work with individuals that identify as part of the LGBTQ+ and neurodiverse communities.
Jane A Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (Online Only)
Are you someone who lives with stress and anxiety daily? Has feeling anxious and depressed been a way of life for you? Are you troubled by traumatic events from your childhood that continually get triggered in your adult life? Are you sick and tired of living this way? I can guide you through the healing process.I am trained in EMDR and other healing modalities. I have empathy for people who feel like they haven't been able to move on from difficult childhoods'. Visit my website at www.janeahilllcsw.com to begin your healing journey.
Are you someone who lives with stress and anxiety daily? Has feeling anxious and depressed been a way of life for you? Are you troubled by traumatic events from your childhood that continually get triggered in your adult life? Are you sick and tired of living this way? I can guide you through the healing process.I am trained in EMDR and other healing modalities. I have empathy for people who feel like they haven't been able to move on from difficult childhoods'. Visit my website at www.janeahilllcsw.com to begin your healing journey.
Jennifer Padilla-Burger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Not accepting new clients
On the outside it seems like you have everything together, but inside you feel unhappy and stuck. Instead of thriving, you are overwhelmed and exhausted. Part of you feels like you just can't manage it all. You spend your days feeling sad, irritated, and afraid. You're giving it your all, but it feels like you're falling short.
On the outside it seems like you have everything together, but inside you feel unhappy and stuck. Instead of thriving, you are overwhelmed and exhausted. Part of you feels like you just can't manage it all. You spend your days feeling sad, irritated, and afraid. You're giving it your all, but it feels like you're falling short.
Kari Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Psychotherapy can be an opportunity for healing and transformation. When life seems to be stagnant, painful or overwhelming, a therapist can offer solace, guidance and a container for the psychological process. I have spent many years walking my own path and accompanying others on the journey of self discovery and healing. I seek to offer a non-judgmental, safe place to work through and understand whatever is causing pain in the life of the clients I treat. I believe each person has the courage and ability to overcome what holds them back and to embrace the person they were always meant to be.
Psychotherapy can be an opportunity for healing and transformation. When life seems to be stagnant, painful or overwhelming, a therapist can offer solace, guidance and a container for the psychological process. I have spent many years walking my own path and accompanying others on the journey of self discovery and healing. I seek to offer a non-judgmental, safe place to work through and understand whatever is causing pain in the life of the clients I treat. I believe each person has the courage and ability to overcome what holds them back and to embrace the person they were always meant to be.
Katie Zimmermann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grover Beach, CA 93433
We are meant to work together if you are in one of the following categories: 1.) The Frustrated Adult fed up with continuing to hold yourself back from improving your life. Your mind gets in your way of believing you can create a more fulfilling and satisfying existence, and your behavior stays the same. Or, 2.) The Couple who loves each other & wants to finally ACT like they love each other, and stop the awful cycle they’ve been stuck in for years. An endless feedback loop of the same infuriating fights and seemingly hopeless & tiring perpetual problems keep invading your love and joy.
We are meant to work together if you are in one of the following categories: 1.) The Frustrated Adult fed up with continuing to hold yourself back from improving your life. Your mind gets in your way of believing you can create a more fulfilling and satisfying existence, and your behavior stays the same. Or, 2.) The Couple who loves each other & wants to finally ACT like they love each other, and stop the awful cycle they’ve been stuck in for years. An endless feedback loop of the same infuriating fights and seemingly hopeless & tiring perpetual problems keep invading your love and joy.
Elizabeth Long
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grover Beach, CA 93433
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in helping clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Together, we will work towards developing coping strategies, improving communication skills, and fostering self-awareness. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, or your family, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling life. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in helping clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Together, we will work towards developing coping strategies, improving communication skills, and fostering self-awareness. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, or your family, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and live a more fulfilling life. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
Janel A Chavez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients In-Person and Virtual. No late afternoon times currently available. Life can be very challenging sometimes, and talking with an unbiased person can be very helpful. If you would like help with life's every day challenges, are looking to improve your quality of life, or are seeking help to resolve major life issues stemming from past or present circumstances, I provide a confidential and comfortable environment where you can work through your personal challenges. Servicios en Español están disponibles. If you have any questions please call, leave a message and I'll get back to you asap.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients In-Person and Virtual. No late afternoon times currently available. Life can be very challenging sometimes, and talking with an unbiased person can be very helpful. If you would like help with life's every day challenges, are looking to improve your quality of life, or are seeking help to resolve major life issues stemming from past or present circumstances, I provide a confidential and comfortable environment where you can work through your personal challenges. Servicios en Español están disponibles. If you have any questions please call, leave a message and I'll get back to you asap.
Tommy Ferndino
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (Online Only)
Hello, my legal name is Joseph but you can call me Tommy. My work as a therapist is mostly informed by Attachment Theory and I currently work with individuals ranging from young adults to seniors. As human beings, we are meant to seek connection with others. Connection with a compassionate, caring, and knowledgeable therapist is one of the best ways to develop a more secure sense of attachment to the world around you. This connection can lead to the positive, long-term change you are seeking.
Hello, my legal name is Joseph but you can call me Tommy. My work as a therapist is mostly informed by Attachment Theory and I currently work with individuals ranging from young adults to seniors. As human beings, we are meant to seek connection with others. Connection with a compassionate, caring, and knowledgeable therapist is one of the best ways to develop a more secure sense of attachment to the world around you. This connection can lead to the positive, long-term change you are seeking.
Kristy Barrette
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, 85749
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grover Beach, CA 93433 (Online Only)
What is it to exist in the current age? It sure can be hard, exhausting, and lonely at times. Perhaps that is why you're here. My name is Kristy Barrette (she/her). As a clinician, I believe that you have the ability to grow, learn, and better understand yourself and your loved ones. With this understanding, you can create meaningful changes that align with your needs and values. My role is to walk alongside you to help pave the way to more meaningful connections, more effective communication, healthier boundaries, increased safety, and an overall greater sense of well-being.
What is it to exist in the current age? It sure can be hard, exhausting, and lonely at times. Perhaps that is why you're here. My name is Kristy Barrette (she/her). As a clinician, I believe that you have the ability to grow, learn, and better understand yourself and your loved ones. With this understanding, you can create meaningful changes that align with your needs and values. My role is to walk alongside you to help pave the way to more meaningful connections, more effective communication, healthier boundaries, increased safety, and an overall greater sense of well-being.
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Number of Therapists in Grover Beach, CA
20+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Grover Beach, CA who prioritize treating:
88% | Depression |
88% | Anxiety |
84% | Trauma and PTSD |
80% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Grief |
68% | Self Esteem |
64% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
56% | Other |
44% | Aetna |
44% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Grover Beach, CA see their clients
68% | In Person and Online | |
32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
17% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Grover Beach?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.