Infertility Therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Erin Elfant
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
If you are struggling with an eating disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety/phobia, depression/ bipolar, chronic pain/ medical condition, sleep disturbance, or dual diagnosis/ substance abuse, you will find that my treatment framework allows you make considerable progress in symptom reduction each week. To bolster our in-person psychotherapy sessions, I provide email exchange throughout the week (at no additional cost) to help you make further progress toward your treatment goals. You will find me to be very accessible, knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective at addressing your specific therapy needs, and you will make important life changes more quickly than imagined.
If you are struggling with an eating disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety/phobia, depression/ bipolar, chronic pain/ medical condition, sleep disturbance, or dual diagnosis/ substance abuse, you will find that my treatment framework allows you make considerable progress in symptom reduction each week. To bolster our in-person psychotherapy sessions, I provide email exchange throughout the week (at no additional cost) to help you make further progress toward your treatment goals. You will find me to be very accessible, knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective at addressing your specific therapy needs, and you will make important life changes more quickly than imagined.
(805) 467-7274 View (805) 467-7274
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Bridges Therapy Group of CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401  (Online Only)
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
(805) 424-8416 View (805) 424-8416
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Brian Abell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
I am an LCSW with 30 years of experience in mental health. During that time I have been everything from an “Overnight/ Stay-awake” in residential facilities, a crisis intervention worker performing suicide and homicide evaluations, to being a Clinical Director of a mental health program for a large company. A couple things that have remained consistent throughout this time has been a major desire to help others and a gift for building rapport and strong working relationships with people of all ages and backgrounds.
I am an LCSW with 30 years of experience in mental health. During that time I have been everything from an “Overnight/ Stay-awake” in residential facilities, a crisis intervention worker performing suicide and homicide evaluations, to being a Clinical Director of a mental health program for a large company. A couple things that have remained consistent throughout this time has been a major desire to help others and a gift for building rapport and strong working relationships with people of all ages and backgrounds.
(714) 452-1365 View (714) 452-1365
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Ami Grace, LCSW Holistic & Psychedelic Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Are you going through a difficult transition like the end of a relationship, attending college away from home, or wanting to heal through old traumas that keep resurfacing? Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious ? Are you wanting to heal naturally instead of with antidepressants? I can help you overcome these issues and feel more empowered naturally. Have you been interested in how psychedelic medicine can help you heal through traumas and create more self-love? I am trained as a Ketamine-Assisted therapist to provide you a healing journey that will change your life revealing your true power to heal within!
Are you going through a difficult transition like the end of a relationship, attending college away from home, or wanting to heal through old traumas that keep resurfacing? Do you feel overwhelmed, depressed or anxious ? Are you wanting to heal naturally instead of with antidepressants? I can help you overcome these issues and feel more empowered naturally. Have you been interested in how psychedelic medicine can help you heal through traumas and create more self-love? I am trained as a Ketamine-Assisted therapist to provide you a healing journey that will change your life revealing your true power to heal within!
(805) 285-3954 View (805) 285-3954
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Lisa Slover
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Are you pregnant or in the post-partum period and mentally struggling? I am a mom of four and a perinatal mental health certified clinician. A few unique subspecialties that I have experience working with are: Nicu stays, traumatic births, miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, and infertility. Are you a teen or college student and feeling overwhelmed? I've been in your shoes and I can help. Visit www.ascentpsych.com/make-an-appointment to book now. There is healing powers in being validated and supported through difficult times. I believe that by sharing our painful thoughts and feelings in a caring environment, we begin to heal.
Are you pregnant or in the post-partum period and mentally struggling? I am a mom of four and a perinatal mental health certified clinician. A few unique subspecialties that I have experience working with are: Nicu stays, traumatic births, miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, and infertility. Are you a teen or college student and feeling overwhelmed? I've been in your shoes and I can help. Visit www.ascentpsych.com/make-an-appointment to book now. There is healing powers in being validated and supported through difficult times. I believe that by sharing our painful thoughts and feelings in a caring environment, we begin to heal.
(805) 608-4346 View (805) 608-4346
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Laura Weronski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Not accepting new clients
Making the decision to begin therapy can be tough & finding a therapist even harder. I'm so glad you're here! I am a Licensed Therapist with over 12 years of experience. I provide a safe & supportive environment to help you walk through difficult life circumstances. I use evidence based practices and work collaboratively with you to teach skills and support you in meeting your goals. I have a passion for young adults and those struggling with issues related to family building and parenthood. I hold a certificate in perinatal mental health-one of a handful on the central coast -and have lived experience as a mother to two young boys.
Making the decision to begin therapy can be tough & finding a therapist even harder. I'm so glad you're here! I am a Licensed Therapist with over 12 years of experience. I provide a safe & supportive environment to help you walk through difficult life circumstances. I use evidence based practices and work collaboratively with you to teach skills and support you in meeting your goals. I have a passion for young adults and those struggling with issues related to family building and parenthood. I hold a certificate in perinatal mental health-one of a handful on the central coast -and have lived experience as a mother to two young boys.
(805) 410-9837 View (805) 410-9837
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Vanessa Swier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, GC-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Do you feel emotionally stuck? Are you a stuffer? You know, someone who hides your true feelings so you appear "okay" on the outside. Then, let me join you on your journey of feeling & healing. Healing is a process, an ongoing discovery & I'm here to help you uncover hope, find harmony & move towards healing. I'll support you in processing your feelings in order to live your most authentic life. Since earning my BA in Psychology and my Master of Social Work degree, I have worked passionately with individuals, couples, families, adults, college students & teens to learn positive ways to cope with life's many stressors.
Do you feel emotionally stuck? Are you a stuffer? You know, someone who hides your true feelings so you appear "okay" on the outside. Then, let me join you on your journey of feeling & healing. Healing is a process, an ongoing discovery & I'm here to help you uncover hope, find harmony & move towards healing. I'll support you in processing your feelings in order to live your most authentic life. Since earning my BA in Psychology and my Master of Social Work degree, I have worked passionately with individuals, couples, families, adults, college students & teens to learn positive ways to cope with life's many stressors.
(805) 870-9569 View (805) 870-9569
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Rachel Van Wickle - Trauma Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401  (Online Only)
You feel like you've been hijacked by the trauma you've experienced. Sometimes your body is in panic mode- racing heart, sweaty palms, flashbacks, and hyper-vigilance. Other times you feel completely disconnected- numbing out through technology, emotionless, and exhausted. You can't seem to make sense of what you're supposed to do to feel better. You feel broken, alone, and helpless. As a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) I have experience working with individuals just like you. I specialize in survivors of sexual trauma and medical professionals who have experienced trauma (and/or vicarious trauma).
You feel like you've been hijacked by the trauma you've experienced. Sometimes your body is in panic mode- racing heart, sweaty palms, flashbacks, and hyper-vigilance. Other times you feel completely disconnected- numbing out through technology, emotionless, and exhausted. You can't seem to make sense of what you're supposed to do to feel better. You feel broken, alone, and helpless. As a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) I have experience working with individuals just like you. I specialize in survivors of sexual trauma and medical professionals who have experienced trauma (and/or vicarious trauma).
(805) 870-8852 View (805) 870-8852
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Camille DeBruin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I also have specialized training in reproductive issues including transitions to parenthood, anxiety, grief, infertility and depression.
Life is more enjoyable when we are feeling whole, healthy and connected to the important people around us. But sometimes our reality is disconnection, frustration, stress, and hopelessness. How can this be happening to me? Especially now! Most of us assume the journey to parenthood will be smooth and easy, rarely is that the reality. I support individuals and couples from the early stages of trying to conceive through the stress of launching adults and all the stages in the middle. My role is to be a coach as you try new strategies, process difficult feelings and work through challenges. You do not have to do this alone.
I also have specialized training in reproductive issues including transitions to parenthood, anxiety, grief, infertility and depression.
Life is more enjoyable when we are feeling whole, healthy and connected to the important people around us. But sometimes our reality is disconnection, frustration, stress, and hopelessness. How can this be happening to me? Especially now! Most of us assume the journey to parenthood will be smooth and easy, rarely is that the reality. I support individuals and couples from the early stages of trying to conceive through the stress of launching adults and all the stages in the middle. My role is to be a coach as you try new strategies, process difficult feelings and work through challenges. You do not have to do this alone.
(805) 491-9544 View (805) 491-9544
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Kelly Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I do what I call "Nail on the head" therapy...if you want to put a nail in the wall, you get out a hammer, figure out where the stud is, and WHACK it on the head...you don't beat around it, you don't use your shoe, not if you want it to stay! Given this philosophy, I provide straightforward usable tools that will help YOU create the changes YOU most want to create...and I try to do so in a fairly short term manner. Check out my blog at: CreativeSolutionsCounseling.wordpress.com and see if my style of therapy is right for you...then give me a call and lets get starting on creating that changes that can really improve your life!
I do what I call "Nail on the head" therapy...if you want to put a nail in the wall, you get out a hammer, figure out where the stud is, and WHACK it on the head...you don't beat around it, you don't use your shoe, not if you want it to stay! Given this philosophy, I provide straightforward usable tools that will help YOU create the changes YOU most want to create...and I try to do so in a fairly short term manner. Check out my blog at: CreativeSolutionsCounseling.wordpress.com and see if my style of therapy is right for you...then give me a call and lets get starting on creating that changes that can really improve your life!
(805) 209-1046 View (805) 209-1046
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Laura C. Westmoreland
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401  (Online Only)
My specialty comes down to one thing: the ability to build relationships. I am a firm believer that it is the relationship that you and I build that brings about change, growth, and healing.
My specialty comes down to one thing: the ability to build relationships. I am a firm believer that it is the relationship that you and I build that brings about change, growth, and healing.
(213) 732-3396 View (213) 732-3396
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Elizabeth Long
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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.
(805) 618-2871 View (805) 618-2871
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Clarissa Kugler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I also have extensive training in perinatal mental health and am passionate about supporting women navigating infertility, pregnancy and postpartum.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, it is my privilege to offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore your unique challenges and work towards finding balance, healing and happiness. I offer both individual, family and couples therapy. My style is person centered, compassionate and strengths based.
I also have extensive training in perinatal mental health and am passionate about supporting women navigating infertility, pregnancy and postpartum.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, it is my privilege to offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore your unique challenges and work towards finding balance, healing and happiness. I offer both individual, family and couples therapy. My style is person centered, compassionate and strengths based.
(805) 918-6328 View (805) 918-6328
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Cortney Wagner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults and youth who have experienced trauma (physical/sexual/emotional abuse, attachment disruption, domestic violence, divorce), grief/loss, depression, anxiety and women's issues (infertility, body image , life transitions).
We all have challenges and experiences throughout our life span that can cause pain, frustration, feeling stuck and other difficult emotions. These experiences can result in us becoming disconnected with our true selves and unable to live life to the fullest. I am here to help you connect with your true self so that you can not only heal from difficult experiences but grow from them and create a sense of empowerment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment offering a highly personalized approach tailored to each individual's needs.
I work with adults and youth who have experienced trauma (physical/sexual/emotional abuse, attachment disruption, domestic violence, divorce), grief/loss, depression, anxiety and women's issues (infertility, body image , life transitions).
We all have challenges and experiences throughout our life span that can cause pain, frustration, feeling stuck and other difficult emotions. These experiences can result in us becoming disconnected with our true selves and unable to live life to the fullest. I am here to help you connect with your true self so that you can not only heal from difficult experiences but grow from them and create a sense of empowerment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment offering a highly personalized approach tailored to each individual's needs.
(805) 567-4255 View (805) 567-4255
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Sacred Path Holistic Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD , MA, LMFT, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Holistic & Affordable Therapy! At Sacred Path, our qualified therapists are looking forward to helping you access Your inner resources to heal, grow, and reclaim your life. With the right help you can heal from old wounds, release negative cycles and patterns, resolve symptoms of trauma and gain relief from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other relational issues. True healing affords us the ability to create the life that we desire. A life lived with meaning. Dr. Dolan
Holistic & Affordable Therapy! At Sacred Path, our qualified therapists are looking forward to helping you access Your inner resources to heal, grow, and reclaim your life. With the right help you can heal from old wounds, release negative cycles and patterns, resolve symptoms of trauma and gain relief from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other relational issues. True healing affords us the ability to create the life that we desire. A life lived with meaning. Dr. Dolan
(805) 232-7580 View (805) 232-7580
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Roxanna McCabe
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407  (Online Only)
Since the start of the pandemic, so many of us have come to crossroads in our lives. When in isolation we have been forced to look closely at the relationships we value, the activities we enjoy, and what we wish to change. In the age of social media, the culture of comparison has dominated our inner psyches and altered our abilities to obtain lasting happiness. In our work together, I want to provide you with a warm, thoughtful, socioculturally-attuned, and collaborative environment. Here, we can explore your individual needs, the belief systems you hold, and your hopes for the future.
Since the start of the pandemic, so many of us have come to crossroads in our lives. When in isolation we have been forced to look closely at the relationships we value, the activities we enjoy, and what we wish to change. In the age of social media, the culture of comparison has dominated our inner psyches and altered our abilities to obtain lasting happiness. In our work together, I want to provide you with a warm, thoughtful, socioculturally-attuned, and collaborative environment. Here, we can explore your individual needs, the belief systems you hold, and your hopes for the future.
(818) 918-5801 View (818) 918-5801
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Denise Bila Seastrunk
RN, CNS, PhD, CTP
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I treat clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life stressors and transitions. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are experiencing all types of issues. Dealing with parenting and adolescence can be challenging, but these are the types of challenges I embrace. Whatever your issues or goals are in therapy, I can provide an integrated way of helping you due to my educational background and varied life experiences.
I treat clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life stressors and transitions. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are experiencing all types of issues. Dealing with parenting and adolescence can be challenging, but these are the types of challenges I embrace. Whatever your issues or goals are in therapy, I can provide an integrated way of helping you due to my educational background and varied life experiences.
(805) 244-6785 View (805) 244-6785
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Rachael Henze
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
As a compassionate and empathetic human, I am interested in supporting individuals, couples, and families facing diverse challenges. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking greater self-awareness, I am here to listen without judgment and support you every step of the way. My priority is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
As a compassionate and empathetic human, I am interested in supporting individuals, couples, and families facing diverse challenges. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking greater self-awareness, I am here to listen without judgment and support you every step of the way. My priority is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
(805) 973-9295 View (805) 973-9295
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Dr. Sandra De Silva
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Welcome and congratulations on taking this step! My role in our work together would be to support you in reaching your life goals, help you know your true self and live your most joyous and authentic life. My approach is warm, active, solution- focused and goal- directed. I not only provide support and a listening ear, but also strategies and recommendations that create a clear path to desired change. Whether you want to feel better, deepen enjoyment of life and relationships, discover purpose and spiritual connection or design and live the life you envision, my therapeutic approach is a direct means to work towards such change.
Welcome and congratulations on taking this step! My role in our work together would be to support you in reaching your life goals, help you know your true self and live your most joyous and authentic life. My approach is warm, active, solution- focused and goal- directed. I not only provide support and a listening ear, but also strategies and recommendations that create a clear path to desired change. Whether you want to feel better, deepen enjoyment of life and relationships, discover purpose and spiritual connection or design and live the life you envision, my therapeutic approach is a direct means to work towards such change.
(310) 916-6549 View (310) 916-6549
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Dr. Linnea C Hagens
Psychological Associate, PhD
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
My name is Dr. Linnea Hagens, a clinical psychological associate for Dr. Tammy Dobbs. I provide personalized therapy aimed to relieve emotional distress and develop goals of improving some aspects of your life. Therapy sessions include examining and gaining insight into life choices and difficulties faced.
My name is Dr. Linnea Hagens, a clinical psychological associate for Dr. Tammy Dobbs. I provide personalized therapy aimed to relieve emotional distress and develop goals of improving some aspects of your life. Therapy sessions include examining and gaining insight into life choices and difficulties faced.
(805) 386-9145 View (805) 386-9145

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Infertility Therapists

How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?

Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.

How does therapy for infertility issues work?

The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.

What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?

Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.

How long does therapy for infertility issues take?

There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.