Central Coast Psychotherapy Services

therapy and mental health support

in San Luis Obispo and across California

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Trauma Therapy in San Luis Obispo

And Across California

Take time to calm the chaos, find answers within yourself, and focus on your well being.

If you’ve tried therapy before and felt the spark was missing, or that the 'standard' approach wasn't enough, our specialized therapeutic practices feel different. Therapy only works if the connection does. Our therapists bring diverse experience and knowledge in various mindfulness and therapeutic practices to support you on your wellness journey. We provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families 12 years old and older.

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Mental Health Providers

We believe that finding quality mental health care shouldn’t be another source of stress. To make therapy as accessible as possible, we offer flexible options tailored to your lifestyle and location. Visit us at our cozy, private office in the heart of downtown SLO for in-person therapy. If you have a busy schedule or live outside the Central Coast, our secure telehealth platform brings mental health care directly to your home, office, or wherever you feel most comfortable. We offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you get a feel for our style, ask questions, and ensure we’re the right fit for your specific needs.

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Our Office in San Luis Obispo

Therapy shouldn’t feel like an endless cycle of trial and error. If 'just talking' hasn't been enough, we offer a more integrated approach combining traditional talk therapy with Somatic work, EMDR, and trauma-focused care. Whether you join us in the coziest office in SLO or via telehealth, our goal is to move past the surface and into effective, lasting support that actually fits your life. For those ready to dive deeper and accelerate their healing, we also provide therapy intensives designed to create significant breakthroughs in a shorter window of time.

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What Therapy We Offer

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Meet our team

At Central Coast Psychotherapy, our trauma-focused approach is rooted in evidence-based care and clinical expertise. Every therapist on our team is EMDR trained, integrating powerful modalities like Somatic therapy, DBT, and ACT to support lasting change. We provide specialized care for individuals, couples, and families (ages 12 and up) in San Luis Obispo and online across California, ensuring that every client receives the tools they need for real impact.

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Deep Healing, Real Change.

Deep Healing, Real Change.

Healing is a journey, and it’s natural to have questions along the way. Whether you're curious about what to expect in therapy, what insurance we accept, costs, or the specifics of our trauma-focused modalities, we've gathered everything you need to know in one place and you can always reach out for more information.

Trauma Informed Therapy in San Luis Obispo and Across California

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Still have more questions? Feel free to send an email and we will respond to you as soon as possible.

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  • We offer in-person therapy in San Luis Obispo and telehealth across California. Please visit the intensives page for more information about EMDR and Parts-work therapy intensives. We provide therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families for those 12 years old and older. We offer many therapy options with a focus on individual needs and concerns.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form, email, call, or text. We will walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way. Following a consultation, we can schedule an initial session where we will talk about goals, what you are hoping to get out of therapy, and get to know each other. Following that intake session, the work begins with the therapy best suited for you.

  • We combine thoughtful, mindful, human-centered approaches with clear communication and evidence-based therapies. It’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it that sets us apart. Traditional therapy can often feel one-sided, with a therapist who remains a mystery and offers little feedback. We believe in being human first. Our therapists offer genuine warmth, occasional humor, and real-time reflections. You aren't just talking to a professional; you're connecting with a person who is deeply invested in your growth.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email therapywithadare@gmail.com. You can also call 805-936-0140. We aim to respond as quickly as possible.

  • Therapy with Dr. Adare Toral begins at $200. Associate sessions are $150. Please visit the intensives page for detailed information about therapy intensive options and prices.

    In order to support our community and provide therapy to those who cannot afford it, we ask that you consider what you can pay. We offer a sliding scale based on income and need. We also offer reduced costs for college students.

    We also accept the following the insurances: Cen-cal, Aetna, and United Health.