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Monique Sigler, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#82989)
Clinical Supervisor and President, Swell Therapy & Wellness
A Central Coast native with over 17 years experience in mental health and wellness, Monique is honored to serve the San Luis Obispo community with both holistic and traditional therapeutic services - meeting you exactly where you are at in life.
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A deeply compassionate therapist, Monique works with youth and adults across all phases of life stages, with a special focus on women’s mental health.
Therapeutic Approach & Experience
Monique’s therapeutic style is collaborative, integrative, and grounded in generosity and care. Drawing from culturally sensitive and evidence based practices, Monique is also a trained trauma therapist and yoga instructor. She brings a deep understanding of the connection between thoughts, emotions, and body sensations - and how these shape your mental and emotional well-being.
Her holistic approach blends mind-body techniques with traditional psychotherapy, helping you cultivate balance, resilience, and peace in your everyday life. Together, you'll build a stronger connection to yourself and learn new ways of thinking and being, with an emphasis on mindfulness and self-compassion.
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As a certified maternal and perinatal mental health therapist, Monique is honored to support clients through pregnancy, transition to motherhood, and postpartum experience.
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Not a parent? Monique is here to support women, college students, and teens across all phases of life.
​As a Clinical supervisor and therapist, Monique leads a team of skilled and supportive therapists who will help you safely navigate your wellness journey. Her clinical experience also includes social work with foster youth and adoptive families. Beyond leading a team of dedicated therapists, you’ll find Monique teaching Psychology & Child Development students at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
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Monique received her bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of California, Davis and went onto pursue a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Santa Barbara.
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In her free time Monique, enjoys hiking Avila Ridge & Pismo preserve and gardening, along with practicing yoga and surfing on the Central Coast.
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Monique holds a deep respect and love for nature and enjoys exploring the outdoors with her husband, CJ, son, Mateo, and their two Aussies, Ginger and Maverick. Experiencing new adventures with her family & friends is important to Monique along with travel, cooking, and exercising creativity.
Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Certified Maternal + Perinatal Mental Health-Postpartum Support International (PSI)
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Certified Practitioner, Emotional Freedom Technique
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Trained Foundations of Yoga for Mental Health-Yoga .Psyche .Soul
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Lecturer, Psychology & Child Development Department,
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo (2020-2023)
Central Coast CAMFT- Board member (2020-2023)
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Clinical Supervisor and Wrap Social Worker, Family Care
Network, Inc. (2005-2017)
Proven Experience & Specialty Expertise
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Serena Andrews, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #155292
A generous San Luis Obispo-based therapist, Serena is deeply dedicated to helping clients navigate change, discover more balance, and care for their mental and emotional well-being .
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Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, grief or loss, Serena provides a supportive environment for emotional healing . Expect to be equipped with the self-care resources you need to benefit your long-term health and happiness.
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Serena’s supportive approach to therapy centers on strengths, personality, and background with the goal of cultivating inner peace . If you’re seeking a guide to help you identify clear goals and develop pathways to emotional freedom, you found an ideal partner.
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Serena values quality time with her husband, family, friends,
and pets. Grateful for all our Central Coast has to offer, when she’s
not working alongside clients you’ll find Serena soaking up the sun.
Serena has been trained in Perinatal and Maternal Mental Health and would be honored to support you throughout your pregnancy and postpartum journey .
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She’s also especially equipped to serve those living with cancer along with their caregivers and family members .
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If you’re an adolescent or adult experiencing grief, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, illness, trauma or loss, know that Serena is here for you.
Proven Experience & Specialty Expertise
Cassidy Urbany, AMFT
Cassidy is an Associate marriage and family therapist who supports clients in building a more grounded, authentic connection with themselves.
Her approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and rooted in curiosity, compassion, and respect for each client’s strengths and values.
She integrates modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic awareness, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Cassidy has experience working with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, low self-worth, and patterns of perfectionism and people-pleasing. Clients appreciate her calm, attuned presence and the safe, supportive environment she fosters for meaningful growth and healing.
Based in San Luis Obispo, Cassidy enjoys spending time in nature, surfing, gardening, and connecting with her community.​​​
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #152750
Lindsey Melendrez, APCC
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor # 18466
Lindsey has called San Luis Obispo home for over 15 years and is honored to offer healing spaces here on the Central Coast. She is passionate about supporting individuals and couples through life’s joys and challenges, creating grounding environments for connection and growth.
Lindsey holds a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies from Cal Poly SLO, and a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University, in Irvine. Her clinical experience includes working with college students, young professionals, parents (including those raising children with disabilities), and couples. She has also served as a cultural consultant for teams and organizations.
Her areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, relational conflict, perinatal and postpartum mental health, and intercultural or interracial relationships. Lindsey’s approach is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and strength-based. She is trained in Gottman Method Couples therapy (Levels 1 & 2) and integrates evidence-based practices like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Outside the therapy room, Lindsey enjoys cooking, gardening, reading, spending time in nature with family and friends. She feels deeply grateful to live and work in such a vibrant, connected community like Central Coast.