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Bobby Tehrani

Bobby Tehrani

San Luis Obispo, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Bobby Tehrani is a compassionate psychologist with a PsyD, specializing in helping children, teens, and adults navigate the complexities of mental health. A graduate of the American School of Professional Psychology, he brings over a decade of experience to his practice, which was established in 2009. His expertise encompasses a variety of mental health issues, including ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety, among others. Dr. Tehrani employs an eclectic approach to therapy, integrating modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy to create effective and tailored treatment plans for his clients. He is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where individuals can explore their feelings and develop coping strategies for challenges like trauma, relationship issues, and mood disorders. Dr. Tehrani values the uniqueness of each client and is committed to guiding them through their personal journeys toward healing and empowerment.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Borderline (BPD) Chronic Pain Depression Domestic Violence Family Stress LGBTQ+ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Student Life Weight Management
Adare Toral

Adare Toral

San Luis Obispo, CA
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Adare Toral, a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC), is dedicated to providing compassionate and skilled care to individuals facing trauma, depression, anxiety, and concerns related to gender and sexual orientation. In her practice, Adare emphasizes the importance of healing and growth, assuring clients that they do not have to navigate their struggles alone; support is readily available. With a focus on personalized care, she offers individual therapy, EMDR, and art therapy. Adare is committed to being flexible and accessible, allowing clients to pursue their journey towards well-being during evenings and weekends.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma
Josie Traub

Josie Traub

San Luis Obispo, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Josie Traub is a compassionate and dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), specializing in supporting adults and elders through their most challenging times. She understands that often there are aspects of individuals that are ignored, resulting in a disconnection from their true selves. Josie’s therapeutic approach celebrates the wholeness of a person by exploring their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, particularly how these facets intertwine. With a focus on depression, mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions, she partners with clients to help them navigate their unique paths and identify what is truly important to them. Josie's extensive training in EMDR, a leading evidence-based treatment for trauma, enhances her capabilities in addressing trauma-related challenges, bringing hope and healing to those she serves. She empowers clients through honest and empathetic dialogue, embracing both tears and laughter as essential components of the therapeutic journey. Through her work, Josie hopes to foster a deeper connection and a sense of empowerment in the lives of her clients, reminding them that some life events are not meant to be faced alone.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Depression General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Spirituality
Desiree Troxell

Desiree Troxell

San Luis Obispo, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Desiree Troxell, a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), welcomes individuals on a transformative journey toward wellness. Through her guidance, clients embark on a path of self-discovery that empowers them to realize their hopes for personal growth, meaningful relationships, and a brighter future. With a deep understanding of the importance of authenticity, communication, forgiveness, love, and humor, Desiree helps clients foster healthier connections with family, friends, and colleagues. She possesses extensive experience addressing a range of challenges, including grief, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, marital difficulties, life transitions, family conflict, relationship issues, stress, self-harm, and substance abuse. Desiring to serve clients of all ages, including youth, families, couples, college students, and mature adults, her versatile therapeutic approach incorporates various evidence-based modalities like Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, and Theraplay. With a trauma-informed lens, Desiree provides tailored support and guidance, empowering individuals to discover their inherent strengths and achieve their full potential. Her commitment to nurturing her clients' journeys makes her a dedicated ally in their path toward lasting change.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Nicole Vito

Nicole Vito

San Luis Obispo, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Nicole Vito, a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, believes that everyone possesses the ability to initiate positive change in their lives, whether through significant transformations or smaller adjustments. She utilizes therapy as a powerful tool to help clients reach their personal goals and navigate challenging emotions. Valuing collaboration, Dr. Vito works closely with individuals to create personalized treatment plans that align with their needs. Acknowledging the effort involved in therapy, she emphasizes the importance of comfort and progress throughout the treatment process. Her dissertation research at UCSD's Moore Cancer Center delved into the psychological and physical benefits of yoga following cancer treatment, showcasing her commitment to improving quality of life for those dealing with chronic pain and recovery. Dr. Vito primarily employs Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy as her main therapeutic approaches. Research indicates that the success of therapy often hinges on the strength of the relationship between therapist and client, and it is her sincere hope that individuals can find the right fit for their therapeutic journey.
Specialties
Cancer Chronic Pain General Mental Health Mindfulness
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Michael Regier

Michael Regier

San Luis Obispo, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Michael Regier, PhD, is a dedicated psychologist and Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist who specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate the complex world of relationships. With a profound understanding of relationship issues, particularly infidelity, marital dynamics, and communication barriers, he provides valuable support to those who find themselves in challenging emotional landscapes. Michael’s expertise lies in aiding couples to rebuild trust and foster emotional connection, identifying and breaking destructive patterns of conflict that hinder intimacy. He is also passionate about guiding individuals in new relationships to establish strong foundations built on mutual understanding and empathy. Beyond couple’s therapy, Michael assists leaders in enhancing their emotional intelligence, cultivating productive business relationships, and tackling career identity matters. Recognizing that relationship problems can be profoundly impactful, he emphasizes that issues such as poor communication, betrayals, and emotional turmoil can resonate deeply within various aspects of life, affecting health, parenting, friendships, and spirituality. Michael remains committed to helping those who are struggling in their personal or professional relationships find healing and growth. His approach is rooted in compassion and a genuine desire to help others achieve harmonious connections in every facet of their lives.
Specialties
Family Stress Spirituality
Jason Williford

Jason Williford

San Luis Obispo, CA
PA
Jason Williford is dedicated to fostering strong, supportive, and caring connections with clients, ensuring that they feel respected and truly heard in a safe environment. His practice integrates current evidence-based medicine principles, emphasizing the importance of balancing diet, exercise, and mindfulness alongside psychopharmacology and supportive therapies. Jason's compassionate approach aims to empower clients on their journey towards healing and well-being.
Specialties
Exercise Motivation Mindfulness
Jaclyn Woods

Jaclyn Woods

San Luis Obispo, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Jaclyn Woods, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with an MA and LMFT credentials, understands that painful feelings, experiences, losses, and transitions can be overwhelming for individuals and families at various stages of life, including preteens, teens, adults, and elders. Her role as a therapist is to walk alongside clients, helping them create their own path toward healing and wholeness. Jaclyn's approach is rooted in the belief that deep sadness can also lead to profound joy. She is continually inspired by the resilience of the human spirit and its desire for integration and healing. Jaclyn has extensive experience assisting individuals affected by trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, and life transitions, as well as couples. She is passionate about helping clients develop healthy coping skills, build self-esteem, establish boundaries, and enhance their relationships. Welcoming those ready to embark on a healing journey, Jaclyn aims to help clients find deep intrinsic meaning, engage with life from a fresh perspective, and reconnect with their authentic selves through compassion and creativity.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence Family Stress General Mental Health Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Spirituality Student Life
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Stacy Guisse

Stacy Guisse

San Luis Obispo, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, PSYD
Stacy Guisse, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with a PsyD and LMFT credentials, has embarked on a remarkable journey in the healing arts, working with clients spanning all ages and stages of life. Her integrated therapy approach emphasizes intermodal therapies, community building, and effective family and group work. Stacy specializes in guiding clients through experiences of anxiety, adolescent issues, depression, substance use, significant life transitions, post-traumatic stress, blended family dynamics, grief and loss, adjustment to motherhood, and enhancing couples' communication. In her sessions, clients engage in transforming life challenges into opportunities for growth and creativity. Drawing from her Masters and Doctorate, Stacy employs a variety of therapeutic orientations, facilitating exploration through art, movement, music, and other hands-on activities. She takes great satisfaction in supporting individuals during pivotal transitions—be it the journey into motherhood, the shift from junior high to high school, navigating the college experience, or adjusting to a new community—and she offers compassionate guidance through relationship break-ups, foster and adoptive dynamics, identity exploration, and times of grief. For Stacy, the 'problems' faced by her clients are viewed as valuable opportunities for growth and movement.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression Family Stress Getting Unstuck Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Alexann Calabash Masiko-meyer

Alexann Calabash Masiko-meyer

San Luis Obispo, CA
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MED
Alexann Calabash Masiko-Meyer is a licensed clinical mental health counselor who believes everyone has a story worth sharing. She is passionate about meeting her clients where they are and understanding their unique needs. If someone is searching for a therapist who is ready to dive into the complexities of life, create a safe space for vulnerability, and explore thoughts that may have never been voiced before, Alexann is the ideal choice. Her approach emphasizes equity and access to therapy; clients can benefit from sessions in the comfort of their own home, eliminating commuting barriers and stigma while ensuring complete confidentiality. Alexann specializes in addressing stress, life coaching, and sports performance, utilizing techniques from coaching, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals and groups alike.
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General Mental Health
Joseph Holifield

Joseph Holifield

San Luis Obispo, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Joseph Holifield, a licensed psychologist with a PhD, specializes in providing individualized coaching designed to assist clients in organizing, planning, and executing their work or activities. He tailors sessions to meet the specific needs of both students and adults, addressing areas that may include course content, work productivity, and job performance. With a strong emphasis on learning and memory, Dr. Holifield teaches middle school, high school, and college students effective strategies to improve memory retention and enhance exam performance. Additionally, he lends his expertise to school-based threat assessment teams by evaluating and managing complex threat cases, offering critical insights for understanding threat potential and developing Threat Monitoring Plans. Dr. Holifield has a unique proficiency in coaching individuals facing challenges with working memory and executive functioning deficits. His approach, which combines teaching strategies with encouragement, reflects his extensive experience as a school psychologist. He also provides consultation services to families, schools, and advocates regarding special education issues, promoting a supportive and informed environment for all learners.
Specialties
Teens
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Ken Loya

Ken Loya

San Luis Obispo, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, PHD
Ken Loya is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist with a PhD and a wealth of experience. He is dedicated to helping clients discover deeper self-understanding in order to enhance their relationships, maximize productivity at work, and find greater satisfaction in their lives. Through evidence-based approaches, Ken emphasizes increased self-awareness, expanded personal freedom, and improved social connections. His individualized interventions are thoughtfully tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, making him a trusted partner in navigating challenges such as trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Borderline (BPD) Depression Domestic Violence Eating Disorders Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress
Danielle Rush

Danielle Rush

San Luis Obispo, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Danielle Rush is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist, licensed and experienced in guiding Preteens, Teens, Adults, and Elders (65+) through their unique challenges. With a Master's in Science in Counseling from California State University East Bay, Danielle specializes in addressing issues such as Anxiety, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, and Self-Esteem. She adopts a variety of therapy types, including Compassion Focused, Culturally Sensitive, Attachment-based, and Person-Centered approaches, ensuring that each client receives the tailored support they deserve. Clients often find relief from stress, worry, and a sense of being lost in their career or life goals through her evidence-based strategies. Danielle is dedicated to fostering successful relationships, and she has supported countless individuals, couples, and families in achieving their aspirations. Her commitment to her clients’ journeys is unwavering, and she is eager to help them develop customized plans that meet their exact needs.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Getting Unstuck Relationship Stress

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