Therapy in San Luis Obispo
Renee Chaffin
Associate Therapist
My therapeutic approach is wholistic and grounded in empathy, compassion, and understanding. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for healing and recovery to begin. Life can be challenging and full of obstacles that can seem overwhelming or impossible to overcome. Compassionately, I can guide you through your unique mental health journey, bringing restoration and peace to your life. Together, we can explore your strengths and develop personalized strategies to enhance coping skills for promoting overall wellness and growth. I aim to empower you along your mental health journey and support you in achieving your goals. Through my support, you can discover new ways of living to bring about healing, self-discovery and personal growth.
Accepting New ClientsIn PersonTelehealth
Works WithTherapy clients
Supportive care for individuals, and where applicable couples or families.
Session OptionsIn person and telehealth
Choose the format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Starting Rate$150
50 minute individual therapy session.
Insurance4 accepted plans
Includes Blue Shield of California and other listed plans.
Areas of Focus
Common themes and concerns Renee often helps clients work through.
Therapy Approaches
The methods and frameworks Renee may draw from in sessions.
Background
Training, experience, and the path that informs Renee's work.
Renee is an Associate Clinical Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work and experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. She has worked with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), mood disorders, life transitions, grief, and trauma. Renee is trained in Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Grief-focused Interventions. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based practices while emphasizing compassion, collaboration, and creating a supportive space where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful change.
More About Me
A quick glimpse of who Renee is outside the therapy room.
Outside of my work as a therapist, I enjoy spending time with my family, taking walks, gardening, and baking. I also value opportunities for new experiences, whether that means trying a new restaurant, traveling, or exploring places I have never visited before. These experiences help me stay curious, grounded, and connected to the importance of balance, growth, and meaningful relationships.
Credentials
Professional licensure and supervision details.
Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker · ASW #120664
Employed by DeRose Therapy Group
Supervised by Leah DeRose, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #84704)
Session Fees
Transparent rates for therapy appointments.
Individuals$15050 min session
Couples$23590 min session
Insurance
Coverage details for working with Renee.
Insurances accepted for therapy services with Renee:
Current Availability
How Renee is currently seeing new therapy clients.
I am currently accepting new clients for both in person and telehealth therapy sessions.