Therapy for San Luis Obispo Residents

One office in Arroyo Grande. All in-person sessions take place at 350 Blue Sky Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. Teletherapy for clients in California may also be available when appropriate.

Katty Richardson, Ph.D., LMFT, LPCC

Counseling for San Luis Obispo residents

Explore individual or relationship counseling with Katty Richardson in Arroyo Grande. You can discuss work pressure, personal doubts, or concerns at home.

All in-person sessions are at 350 Blue Sky Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. Ask about teletherapy while you are in California, when appropriate.

Read about counseling services, Dr. Richardson’s background, and fees and payment before asking about an appointment.

Keeping up with work, study, or other responsibilities can leave little room to ask how you are actually doing. San Luis Obispo adults may seek individual therapy when achievement coexists with worry, self-doubt, or a feeling of never doing enough. You can talk about the parts of your experience that others may not see.

Before becoming a therapist, Dr. Richardson spent 20 years working in technology, including engineering and management roles. Her professional background is one aspect you can consider when deciding whether the practice feels like a fit. Your own values, experiences, and goals remain central to the work.

The practice offers support for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and trauma, with approaches that include Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy and EMDR. Couples counseling is also available. San Luis Obispo clients meet at the Arroyo Grande office or use appropriate teletherapy while in California.

Katty Richardson, Ph.D., LMFT, LPCC has worked with Central Coast clients since 2006 and established her private practice in 2011. Her California licenses are MFC 50027 and LPCC 228. Read about her qualifications, experience, and approach to help decide whether the practice is a good fit for you.

US 101 provides the primary regional connection south from San Luis Obispo to Arroyo Grande. RTA Route 10 also links San Luis Obispo with Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Nipomo, and Santa Maria. Free on-site parking is available at 350 Blue Sky Drive.

Because traffic and road conditions can change, clients should allow appropriate travel time and check current directions before leaving. Teletherapy may be an alternative for eligible California clients who prefer to meet remotely.

Explore nearby service areas: Avila Beach, Los Osos, Morro Bay. You can also review all communities served.

Can I discuss work pressure without making career decisions first?

Yes. You can ask for counseling about the emotional effects of work, expectations, or uncertainty without already knowing whether you want a career change. Describe what feels difficult in your day-to-day life.

Where can I learn about Dr. Richardson’s background?

Her professional profile describes her education, therapy training, licenses, and earlier technology career. You can also ask how she approaches the concerns you want to address.

Is this a San Luis Obispo office?

No. In-person appointments take place in Arroyo Grande at 350 Blue Sky Drive. This page provides information for people traveling from San Luis Obispo or considering California teletherapy.

What if I prefer to meet outside my usual daily setting?

You can request an Arroyo Grande office appointment and discuss current availability. If a trip is impractical, ask whether remote sessions would fit your needs and privacy arrangements.

Plan time for counseling around work

  • Check the time needed for travel and the appointment itself.
  • Ask which appointment times are currently available.
  • If meeting online, arrange a private space away from work interruptions.

You can keep your first inquiry brief. Share the type of support you want and ask about next steps.

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