Elizabeth Zarek, LMFT – Therapist in San Luis Obispo, CA | Mindpath Health
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About
Elizabeth has over two decades of experience supporting individuals on their journeys of healing and self-discovery. Her integrative, patient-centered approach draws from somatic modalities, psychodynamic and attachment-based frameworks, trauma-informed care, and third-wave cognitive-behavioral models, such as acceptance and commitment therapy. Elizabeth incorporates mindfulness and emotional regulation practices to help patients cultivate a kind and curious relationship with themselves while grounding in their strengths and innate capacities. She finds inspiration in non-violent communication, where she helps individuals improve relationships and navigate conflict with empathy and clarity. Elizabeth has provided therapy in a wide range of cultural contexts and particularly enjoys working with highly sensitive individuals, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, expats, spiritual seekers, and anyone longing for a deeper, more meaningful life. Elizabeth has always been someone who loves to dive deep and explore, whether it’s understanding herself, learning a new language, or connecting with others. Originally from California’s Central Coast, she spent much of her adult life in Europe and the Bay Area, along with several years in South America, which has deepened her understanding and empathy for our diverse human journeys. Now back on the coast where she was raised, Elizabeth loves to spend time with her family and teenage kids, hiking the bluffs or sinking her toes into warm sand. She brings a deep appreciation for personal growth, mindfulness, and embodiment practices, and finds joy in nature, meditation, and yoga.
Quick Facts
- Role: (LMFT)
- Gender: Female
- Works with: Adults, seniors
- Languages: English, French, Spanish
- Care options: Online (California)
- Location: 1039 Murray Ave STE 220 San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Education & Certifications
- Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) – San Francisco State University
Location & Telehealth Availability
- Offers online appointments for patients located anywhere in California
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Adjustment disorder
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Mood disorders
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Grief & loss
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Mental health consultation/evaluation
- End-of-life issues
- Gender-affirming mental health care
- LGBTQIA+
- Physical/sexual abuse
- Women’s mental health
Office Location
What patients are saying
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Elizabeth and I are working together to help rebuild my confidence, and remind my brain and body that my anxiety is not necessary. Lots of practice with my intentions and capacity will be needed to fully remove the anxiety, but I like our progress.
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Elizabeth is helping me to make breakthroughs in old thinking patterns.
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Elizabeth is the best counselor I have ever worked with. She has helped me make more progress than I have ever made with anyone prior.
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I am pleased with my mental health person
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I felt so comfortable to talk with her and always look forward to my next session
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It was very good thank you
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My therapist was amazing. Friendly, supportive and understanding. I never open up to anyone and I did very well with her.
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Very easy to talk to Elizabeth!
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I have nothing but great things to say about my experience with mindpatg so far!
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I really enjoyed my first visit with my clinician
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I have been seeing Dr. Patel for more than 6 years. He has been amazing. He saw me through a dark period of about 9 long months. Always looking for a path for my recovery. With his help, expertise and tenacity including medication adjustments I recovered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Elizabeth Zarek is a therapist with Mindpath Health in San Luis Obispo, California. Her profile lists the San Luis Obispo office location at 1039 Murray Ave, STE 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405.
Elizabeth Zarek’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, panic attacks/disorders, mood disorders, stress management, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief & loss, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mental health consultation/evaluation.
Elizabeth Zarek works with adults, and seniors.
Elizabeth does not offer medication management.
Elizabeth Zarek’s office is located at 1039 Murray Ave, STE 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405.
Elizabeth Zarek’s profile lists English, French, Spanish as her language.
The clinician page includes a “Schedule Now” option for booking with Mindpath Health.
Elizabeth Zarek top insurers are Adventist Health, Aetna, Alameda Alliance, Alignment Health Plan Medicare Advantage Plan, Anthem Blue Cross Commercial, Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Plan, Anthem Medi-Cal, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon/Beacon Health Options, Cash – Self Pay, Cigna, ComPsych, First Health, Health Net, Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ), Humana Commercial, Humana Medicare Advantage Plan, Medi-Cal, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental, Northern Kaiser, Optum / UBH, Partnership HealthPlan of California, Scripps Health Plan, Sharp Health Plan, Sutter, United Healthcare, and Wellfleet Student Plan.