About

I've been a therapist for many years, and I enjoy what I do. My areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, illness, grief, life changes, and all aspects of adoption. I feel strongly that we all can benefit from therapy at some point in our lives, and I am happy to see that it is being made easily accessible.
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, client-centered, and solution focused. Naturally I will tailor my approach to your needs and goals.
You set the pace; I am here to guide the process, not control it. I have a sense of humor, I am direct, and clients have told me that I am warm and accepting. I like to work with people and I like to see them achieve their goals in therapy.
I feel honored to accompany people on their journey. I will be respectful of you and your work in therapy. I hope to talk with you soon.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Hospice
  • Infidelity
  • Life Coaching
  • Parenting
  • Postpartum
  • Pregnancy/Childbirth
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Trauma And PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Years in Practice

35 years

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 1041C0700X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Social Worker
  • Specialization: Clinical

Credentials

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LCSW 9707 Verify CA
LCSW LCS9707 Verify CA

Practice Locations

325 Posada Ln

Suites A-c

Templeton, CA 93465-4003

Phone Number: (805) 542-6700

Fax Number: (805) 542-6791

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Dr. Judith K. Dietch

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