My wife and children put our trust in Mary Jo Pedersen and she twisted the whole family problems…read moreinto something that was not really the problem. After giving it several years to reflect on the damaged proliferated from May Jo Perdersen and speaking with another couple whose relationship were devastated in the confines of her office, I want to warn others that may put their vulnerable families in her hands, BEWARE!

Mary Jo and her staff are amazing! Central Coast Counseling Center provides a safe and comfortable…read moreenvironment for the clients. Mary Jo makes going to therapy not only a learning experience for one's self, as a family or couple, but the therapy sessions come so natural. Therapy with Mary Jo is like speaking with a friend that you have known for years. The staff truly cares about all their clients and it shows--not only with the therapy sessions, but something as simply as making an appointment for a client. First class service all the way! The staff understands the sensitivity of their clients and that's what makes it so easy to walk through that door. I highly recommend Central Coast Counseling Center for therapy. The best counseling services in Santa Maria area!

Ms. Young has been nothing but professional and attentive to my words and concerns. She has in the…read morecounseling business for over 20 years. Her office has a nurturing ambiance( should add so.e type of water fall device) it consists of magazines to read, a sooth8ng room I believe it's called, she always has the candy jar filled. She is prompt with her appointment schedule. I highly recommend her services to anyone that is seeking therapy( so.eone to talk to)

Cherrylyn is a great person to talk to. Work well with Vets. Always tries to help out by listening…read moreand getting to the problem that's bothering you.

Dr. Purdy was a wonderful, present, empathetic and supportive therapist for me years ago when I was…read morefragile and in crisis due to a domestic violence situation. I had four children to care for, and was not prepared to support them alone without a college education. Dr. Purdy was understanding and respectfully gave me the gentle nudge I needed to move forward! Using all of my resolve, I left my husband and worked multiple lower level jobs, until I was able to pursue a college education. I sacrificed and persisted, largely because Dr. Purdy valued me and absolutely believed I would accomplish great things. I earned my PhD from Washington State University and am currently a Professor at a small private liberal arts college. It is impossible for me to relate how much I respect, admire, and always am so grateful for Dr. Purdy! In so many ways, she saved my life. Thank you many times over, Dr. Purdy!!! With love and the warmest of hugs...Winona Beck...now Dr. Winona Wynn, Heritage University.

AEG is a consistent, caring, and competent psychotherapist…read more If you want to grow in health and maturity and responsibility, therapy is crucial. She is a wonderful resource to the community.

Ada is very professional and takes the time to truly listen by asking the right set of questions to…read morehelp you recover from any mental challenge

Thanks to Ole! My marriage for 15 years was saved! He worked with my husband and I and helped to…read moresee the problems each of was bringing to the relationship. Nether my husband and I felt like a problem -- it was the relationship! Thank You again!!!!!

From the owner: I provide counseling and psychotherapy to individuals and couples using Humanistic-Existential…read moreTherapy as a foundation.

Never had the chance to meet Dr. Gantt in-person. My wife and son and I had an appointment today…read moreand Dr. Can't was a no-show. Didn't even bother to call to let me know she wouldn't show, and didn't even bother to respond to my voicemail, now several hours after I left it. She might have some excuse, but it wouldn't excuse not letting me know.

My husband I had a very negative experience with Gantt. We were not in a good place in our marriage…read moreat the time we saw her, which is why we were seeking the help. I am now basing my judgement of her service by comparing it to the help we have since received that has worked well in saving our marriage and strengthening our relationship. The difference is the new MFT has displayed objectivity and jumped to focusing on the accountability of our own actions (my actions and my husband's actions, how we each are accountable for ourselves and our own actions/reactions), whereas Gantt seemed to sit back, watch things fall apart, and take sides as she saw fit. After we visited her a couple times, I began to have panic attacks (which is not her fault perse, but I was feeling vulnerable and I had never had one my entire life), and the marriage began to feel hopeless. There were things that she said that made both of us feel defensive and belittled. Seemed be more damage than repair under her care.

Ana is a Godsend! She has, and continues to help me through post-abuse trauma, narcissistic…read moresurvivor strategies, parenting guidance, coping with serious medical issues and a compassionate ear. She provides incredible tools and resources for every unique situation and checks in to ensure you're ok. I've never felt more safe!

Ana helped us significantly with communication in our relationship. Highly recommended!read more

NO STARS!! Hey DR GUZMAN you might wanna check on your patients. Your techs aren't doing a very…read moregood job. Sammy or sam is not a good tech. No one can get a hold of you to let you know what's going on. My son was told you weren't taking any new patients. My son is already a patient so why wouldn't he be able to talk to you. Check your staff DR GUZMAN. If my son gets hurt because of your staff, you'll see You're playing with lives, irresponsable techs!

Very simple. I called to get an initial appointment. Left a message. Two weeks later got a phone…read morecall saying the doctor isn't taking new patients. I said, "And you waited HOW LONG to call me to tell me this?" She said it's a part-time practice. I said, "Well you waited entirely too long to return my call." And she hung up. End of story.

My son and my experience is with the main lady in charge. Her name is Lisa M. Tapia and she is a…read morePre-Licensed Professional Therapist. (A pre-license professional is in the process of meeting the requirements to become a licensed practitioner. They may see clients under the supervision and guidance of licensed therapists.) My son was going through a depression that I was very concerned about. I contacted Lisa via e-mail and she got back to me with an appt time for my son. He made it to the first (intake) appt. In the first appt. where they are just getting to know each other and trying to figure things out. She already diagnosed him in that first session with Anxiety. Ok, the next 2 - 3 appts she made with my son, she never showed up. The first time she flaked, he called her and she called and rescheduled it for the following week. Another no show. After that my son was very disheartened! He was done with counseling! Some scary things happened with him which I will not go into but I finally was able to find him another counselor that he would try! Come to find out, If your son or daughter is 18 or over you cannot legally make an appt. for your son/daughter. They have to reach out themselves! Found a great place that has been working out so very well. Thank God. I hate to bad mouth anyone but the repercussions from her flakiness had some scary backfires. Not to say all the blame is hers but this could have been handled so much more professionally!! She could have called us back after all the numerous messages! My son was not in a good place and she did add to that! Proceed with care is all I can advise. Thanks for your time!! Sincerely, Cindy