About

Hello there, I'm Vicki. Are you feeling the pressures of life or struggling with issues interfering with your daily functioning? I am here to empower you to be your own agent of change. Together we can focus on what's working and what's not been working in your life, develop healthy coping skills and find renewed balance in your life. I'm an advocate of the.empowerment model and addressing both the mind and body connections. I've treated many populations, primarily kids and teens, along with adults, couples and families. My approaches cater to the needs of my clients, I meet you where you are at. These include CBT, DBT, REBT, Mindfulness, and other evidence-based interventions. I'm also an expressive therapist, using art, music and narrative exercises to inspire creativity and healthy outlets for my clients. This comes naturally, because I am a singer songwriter, and play guitar and piano when I'm not a therapist. I have affinity for the LGBTQIA population, and have done years of great work in this sector. I also have extensive experience with substance abuse and co-occuring clients, and seen some great outcomes in treatment with me. I will be a compassionate and empathetic guide to change. I know seeking therapy can be scary, but be proud you are taking the first steps towards your personal wellness. You are in a safe place to start the healing process with me and you will grow and heal with each session you attend. Together, you can achieve your goals of therapy, and work on the best version of yourself. I look forward to meeting you and getting to know you.

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Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Organization Name: County Of San Luis Obispo Drug And Alcohol Services

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, White

Client Focus

  • Children (6 To 10)
  • Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Hospice
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Multicultural Issues
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Phobias
  • Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma And PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Emotion Focused Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused

Modality

  • Couples Therapy
  • Couples
  • Individuals

Insurance

  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare

Education

  • Argosy University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Years in Practice

8 years

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 101YM0800X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Mental Health

Credentials

  • Master of Arts (MA)
  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LPCC 8817 Verify CA
LPCC CCMH0220321 Verify NM
Counselor 1470 Verify CA

Practice Locations

2180 Johnson Ave

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4513

Phone Number: (805) 781-4272

Fax Number: (805) 781-4281

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