Christian Therapists in Downtown, Toronto, ON
As a Christian therapist with a background in addictions and mental health counseling.
Are you having trouble being the best version of yourself? Tired of everyone telling you what to do. Do you know that there is an answer but you just can't put your finger on it? As a Christian therapist together we can find out who you are created to be.
As a Christian therapist with a background in addictions and mental health counseling.
Are you having trouble being the best version of yourself? Tired of everyone telling you what to do. Do you know that there is an answer but you just can't put your finger on it? As a Christian therapist together we can find out who you are created to be.
Katie Gosse
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6J (Online Only)
As a Christian woman, it’s hard navigating your experiences of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Your pain and suffering makes you question “If God is good, then why hasn’t he healed me? Is there something wrong with me? Do I not have enough faith?” Maybe past painful experiences of abuse or neglect haunt you and you can’t seem to forgive and move on. Depression and anxiety feel out of your control leaving you scared and hopeless. You pray and pray and pray and it doesn’t stop. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help as you hoped. You desire and need the peace promised in the bible but it feels so far away.
As a Christian woman, it’s hard navigating your experiences of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Your pain and suffering makes you question “If God is good, then why hasn’t he healed me? Is there something wrong with me? Do I not have enough faith?” Maybe past painful experiences of abuse or neglect haunt you and you can’t seem to forgive and move on. Depression and anxiety feel out of your control leaving you scared and hopeless. You pray and pray and pray and it doesn’t stop. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help as you hoped. You desire and need the peace promised in the bible but it feels so far away.
Ariette Hung
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MDiv, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6J
Trained in Emotion-Focussed Therapy and Christian counselling, I am passionate about supporting individuals with the following areas: Self-esteem issues, codependency/toxic relationship recovery, limerance/attachment issues, anxiety/stress, inner child work, and life transitions.
Are you experiencing turbulent emotions and thoughts, struggling with self-esteem, or are feeling lost? As a therapist, I aim to provide a safe space for you to talk through situations, emotions and experiences that distress you so that you can experience healing and momentum forward. My hope is that you come out of therapy with more clarity, direction, and resilience. Identifying as an East-Asian therapist, I find it meaningful to help adult children of immigrants through impacts of chronic stress and unhealthy dynamics.
Trained in Emotion-Focussed Therapy and Christian counselling, I am passionate about supporting individuals with the following areas: Self-esteem issues, codependency/toxic relationship recovery, limerance/attachment issues, anxiety/stress, inner child work, and life transitions.
Are you experiencing turbulent emotions and thoughts, struggling with self-esteem, or are feeling lost? As a therapist, I aim to provide a safe space for you to talk through situations, emotions and experiences that distress you so that you can experience healing and momentum forward. My hope is that you come out of therapy with more clarity, direction, and resilience. Identifying as an East-Asian therapist, I find it meaningful to help adult children of immigrants through impacts of chronic stress and unhealthy dynamics.
Michael Appiah
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
Specialties - Anxiety, Stress, Christian, Black, Career Guidance, Trauma, Men’s Issues, Life Coaching, Coping Skills, Anger Management, Stress and Relationship Issues.
Truth is, many of us are either trying to remove ourselves further away from pain or to get ourselves closer to pleasure. I will help you get to the root of the issue(s) you are facing and help to change your relationship with the issue(s) that are holding you back.
Specialties - Anxiety, Stress, Christian, Black, Career Guidance, Trauma, Men’s Issues, Life Coaching, Coping Skills, Anger Management, Stress and Relationship Issues.
Truth is, many of us are either trying to remove ourselves further away from pain or to get ourselves closer to pleasure. I will help you get to the root of the issue(s) you are facing and help to change your relationship with the issue(s) that are holding you back.
My specialities are anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship, parenting, conflict, self-esteem, self-confidence, emotional dysfunctions and Christian counselling.
Hi! Do you often feel overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety? Or “do you find it difficult to develop friendships and maintain positive relations?” “Do you experience sadness and loneliness?” “If so, come talk with me!” I am excited to work collaboratively with you on your journey to identify solutions to anxiety, depression, self-esteem/self-confidence, relationship issues, and emotional dysfunction concerns; to develop coping strategies to build resilience to loss, grief, trauma, burnout, and daily activities. I will help you find meaning and purpose to live authentically. Please visit me at website: winroseoasiscounselling.com
My specialities are anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship, parenting, conflict, self-esteem, self-confidence, emotional dysfunctions and Christian counselling.
Hi! Do you often feel overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety? Or “do you find it difficult to develop friendships and maintain positive relations?” “Do you experience sadness and loneliness?” “If so, come talk with me!” I am excited to work collaboratively with you on your journey to identify solutions to anxiety, depression, self-esteem/self-confidence, relationship issues, and emotional dysfunction concerns; to develop coping strategies to build resilience to loss, grief, trauma, burnout, and daily activities. I will help you find meaning and purpose to live authentically. Please visit me at website: winroseoasiscounselling.com
Joanna Gorres
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V
Hey! I’m Joanna, or Jo, for short; pronouns she/they. I value authenticity, mutual respect, and self-agency, working collaboratively with clients. I draw from my lived experiences as a co-parent, Filipino immigrant to Canada, queer, neurodivergent, and in trauma recovery. With a background in Christian Theology and leanings towards Buddhist Philosophy, I believe spirituality is personal. I am passionate about helping my clients find meaning, live according to their values, and thrive in relationships.
Hey! I’m Joanna, or Jo, for short; pronouns she/they. I value authenticity, mutual respect, and self-agency, working collaboratively with clients. I draw from my lived experiences as a co-parent, Filipino immigrant to Canada, queer, neurodivergent, and in trauma recovery. With a background in Christian Theology and leanings towards Buddhist Philosophy, I believe spirituality is personal. I am passionate about helping my clients find meaning, live according to their values, and thrive in relationships.
The Heart of Healing Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M4M
Anxiety, loneliness, burnout, stress, family, ADHD, trauma, or life transitions (to name a few) … if you need help with any of these, you've come to the right place. We have extensive training to help you find solutions or provide a listening ear. We've worked with people from diverse backgrounds and ages and what’s most important to know is that at the heart of healing… is connection. Whether it's connecting with loved ones or seeking guidance from a counselor, creating a safe space is key to inspiring change. Let us support you in making positive changes and living your best life.
Anxiety, loneliness, burnout, stress, family, ADHD, trauma, or life transitions (to name a few) … if you need help with any of these, you've come to the right place. We have extensive training to help you find solutions or provide a listening ear. We've worked with people from diverse backgrounds and ages and what’s most important to know is that at the heart of healing… is connection. Whether it's connecting with loved ones or seeking guidance from a counselor, creating a safe space is key to inspiring change. Let us support you in making positive changes and living your best life.
Workhorse Health
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5E
Services to meet the greatest needs in Canadian healthcare so people can continue the work they love: Support for carers of clients with neurodiversity. On-call case review for primary care providers who support patients with mental health concerns. Relevant psychotherapy for professional people. Reach out to Megan Mantle and the Workhorse Health team so we can help you today at 647-905-5080.
Services to meet the greatest needs in Canadian healthcare so people can continue the work they love: Support for carers of clients with neurodiversity. On-call case review for primary care providers who support patients with mental health concerns. Relevant psychotherapy for professional people. Reach out to Megan Mantle and the Workhorse Health team so we can help you today at 647-905-5080.
HealthCasa
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5E (Online Only)
Visit www.HealthCasa.com/contact Our team of Social Workers and Psychotherapists have extensive experience helping people with many of life's challenges. Our ideal clients are looking to take the first step in their journey towards understanding and dealing with life's challenges. Everyone has their own unique issues and goals and our clients want to have an honest and open conversation, not just as a client, but as a person.
Visit www.HealthCasa.com/contact Our team of Social Workers and Psychotherapists have extensive experience helping people with many of life's challenges. Our ideal clients are looking to take the first step in their journey towards understanding and dealing with life's challenges. Everyone has their own unique issues and goals and our clients want to have an honest and open conversation, not just as a client, but as a person.
You often struggle in an anxious fawn-freeze response with narcissists in your life, afraid to express yourself for fear of abandonment, rejection and their emotional reactions. You tend to pedestal others, people-please and behave in ways for approval but it is exhausting. Compulsive control, fantasizing, caretaking and perfectionism with people, relationships and life make you live in an arena of constant expectation, the need to keep up appearances and never feeling good enough is tiring. You yearn to feel safe and express your true self, be present and build healthier relationships and trust your life's authentic path.
You often struggle in an anxious fawn-freeze response with narcissists in your life, afraid to express yourself for fear of abandonment, rejection and their emotional reactions. You tend to pedestal others, people-please and behave in ways for approval but it is exhausting. Compulsive control, fantasizing, caretaking and perfectionism with people, relationships and life make you live in an arena of constant expectation, the need to keep up appearances and never feeling good enough is tiring. You yearn to feel safe and express your true self, be present and build healthier relationships and trust your life's authentic path.
Nishanthi Sharon Nimalarajan
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V
Life can get challenging at times and we can often feel mentally and socially "stuck". We may start to view ourselves, our purpose, and other people in a negative light and be a victims of these maladaptive thought patterns. Without access to adequate support and effective coping strategies, these feelings can escalate and start to impact our mind/body and other facets of our life. However, psychotherapy can assist in disrupting those patterns and reframing how we think about our ourselves and our life events.
Life can get challenging at times and we can often feel mentally and socially "stuck". We may start to view ourselves, our purpose, and other people in a negative light and be a victims of these maladaptive thought patterns. Without access to adequate support and effective coping strategies, these feelings can escalate and start to impact our mind/body and other facets of our life. However, psychotherapy can assist in disrupting those patterns and reframing how we think about our ourselves and our life events.
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Max Tkachenko
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5E (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. I offer a safe and comfortable space for you to explore your emotions and gain insight into life patterns that may no longer be serving you. Whether you need therapy to unpack past experiences or work towards future goals, I'm here to accompany you on this journey. Together, we can explore your potential, improve your relationships, and help you live a more authentic life.
Accepting New Clients. I offer a safe and comfortable space for you to explore your emotions and gain insight into life patterns that may no longer be serving you. Whether you need therapy to unpack past experiences or work towards future goals, I'm here to accompany you on this journey. Together, we can explore your potential, improve your relationships, and help you live a more authentic life.
Paige Wright
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C
I work with clients who struggle with feeling stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or frustrated with life’s challenges and who are ready to take the first step in their journey toward change and self-healing. I specialize in understanding, unblocking, & managing your emotions, trauma, identity & self-esteem, family of origin issues, and relational issues. From building strategies to sorting through your past, I am here for it and would be happy to walk with you as your therapist to help you find an adaptive, life-giving path forward.
I work with clients who struggle with feeling stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or frustrated with life’s challenges and who are ready to take the first step in their journey toward change and self-healing. I specialize in understanding, unblocking, & managing your emotions, trauma, identity & self-esteem, family of origin issues, and relational issues. From building strategies to sorting through your past, I am here for it and would be happy to walk with you as your therapist to help you find an adaptive, life-giving path forward.
The Heart of Healing
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M4M
Anxiety, burnout, stress, family, trauma, life transitions, or multiracial/racial-related matters (to name a few) … if you need help with any of these, you've come to the right place. I have extensive training to help you find solutions or provide a listening ear. I've worked with people from diverse backgrounds and ages and what’s most important to know is that at the heart of healing… is connection. Whether it's connecting with loved ones or seeking guidance from a counselor, creating a safe space is key to inspiring change. Let me support you in making positive changes and living your best life. Let's do this!
Anxiety, burnout, stress, family, trauma, life transitions, or multiracial/racial-related matters (to name a few) … if you need help with any of these, you've come to the right place. I have extensive training to help you find solutions or provide a listening ear. I've worked with people from diverse backgrounds and ages and what’s most important to know is that at the heart of healing… is connection. Whether it's connecting with loved ones or seeking guidance from a counselor, creating a safe space is key to inspiring change. Let me support you in making positive changes and living your best life. Let's do this!
Nikolai Pavlov
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, UKCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6K (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Nikolai is an internationally trained psychotherapist with a nursing background who has worked in the mental health field since 2009 first in Russia and then in Canada. He provides a safe, supportive, and confidential environment for one-on-one virtual therapy work. He offers personalized sessions that allow individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts, behaviours, and relationships. Psychotherapy and supervision services are available in both English and Russian.
Nikolai is an internationally trained psychotherapist with a nursing background who has worked in the mental health field since 2009 first in Russia and then in Canada. He provides a safe, supportive, and confidential environment for one-on-one virtual therapy work. He offers personalized sessions that allow individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts, behaviours, and relationships. Psychotherapy and supervision services are available in both English and Russian.
Lindsay Kochen
Registered Social Worker, MSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5H (Online Only)
I work with people who seek a mindful and heart-centred way of resolving traumas, limiting beliefs, stuck emotions, and other blockages. If you want to gently but effectively shed inner patterns that have been holding you back, I am here to help you work on the deepest of levels. We may be a particularly good fit if you have an interest in the domains of intuition, spirituality, or connection to something beyond the self.
I work with people who seek a mindful and heart-centred way of resolving traumas, limiting beliefs, stuck emotions, and other blockages. If you want to gently but effectively shed inner patterns that have been holding you back, I am here to help you work on the deepest of levels. We may be a particularly good fit if you have an interest in the domains of intuition, spirituality, or connection to something beyond the self.
Gina Lihou
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M6K (Online Only)
As an EMDR trained therapist, I compassionately treat you as a whole person rather than just a diagnosis; warmly acknowledging and affirming important aspects of your identity such as race, gender, and sexual orientation. I believe in having an honest, collaborative partnership where we work together to resolve your concerns, from processing trauma to regulating difficult emotions.
As an EMDR trained therapist, I compassionately treat you as a whole person rather than just a diagnosis; warmly acknowledging and affirming important aspects of your identity such as race, gender, and sexual orientation. I believe in having an honest, collaborative partnership where we work together to resolve your concerns, from processing trauma to regulating difficult emotions.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Everyone gets tangled up with some issues. It could be because of a painful past, balancing your present emotions, stressed out by relationship issues, or by family and work expectations. If you suffer from anxiety, depression, balancing your mood, stress and anger management, I am here to support you to find your equilibrium, life priorities and inner peace. I work with adults, couples, families, young adults and teens assisting them in improving their mood, stress, relationship and communication with self and others, loss/grief of a love one, parenting skills, and other issues.
Hello and thank you for stopping by. Everyone gets tangled up with some issues. It could be because of a painful past, balancing your present emotions, stressed out by relationship issues, or by family and work expectations. If you suffer from anxiety, depression, balancing your mood, stress and anger management, I am here to support you to find your equilibrium, life priorities and inner peace. I work with adults, couples, families, young adults and teens assisting them in improving their mood, stress, relationship and communication with self and others, loss/grief of a love one, parenting skills, and other issues.
Brittany Demircan
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, MSc(c)
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
In navigating life's challenges, we often construct defenses that, while once protective, now leave us feeling stuck and isolated. Together, we will work to chip away at these accumulated layers and begin to articulate a more authentic and comfortable way of being in the world. My approach is rooted in compassion and understanding, offering a safe haven for healing while encouraging you gently to your full potential. Together, we'll shift from the shadows of criticism, fear and shame to a path illuminated by self-discovery and growth.
In navigating life's challenges, we often construct defenses that, while once protective, now leave us feeling stuck and isolated. Together, we will work to chip away at these accumulated layers and begin to articulate a more authentic and comfortable way of being in the world. My approach is rooted in compassion and understanding, offering a safe haven for healing while encouraging you gently to your full potential. Together, we'll shift from the shadows of criticism, fear and shame to a path illuminated by self-discovery and growth.
Ursula MacDonald | Individual And Couples Therapist
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5H
I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and cultivate meaningful change through psychotherapy. My goal is to provide a safe and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. Through a combination of evidence-based techniques and compassionate support, I aim to empower you to overcome obstacles, cultivate self-awareness, and create positive change in your life.
I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and cultivate meaningful change through psychotherapy. My goal is to provide a safe and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. Through a combination of evidence-based techniques and compassionate support, I aim to empower you to overcome obstacles, cultivate self-awareness, and create positive change in your life.
Parisa Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5H (Online Only)
You are feeling overwhelmed with stress. Every task feels bigger, and there’s this constant worry. You often catch yourself looking for approval from others, wondering if you're doing okay. There's this little voice inside that keeps doubting you, questioning if you're good enough. When you're with people, sometimes it feels like you're walking on eggshells, trying to fit in without being judged. Deep down, you just want to feel calm, confident, and be your own biggest supporter.
You are feeling overwhelmed with stress. Every task feels bigger, and there’s this constant worry. You often catch yourself looking for approval from others, wondering if you're doing okay. There's this little voice inside that keeps doubting you, questioning if you're good enough. When you're with people, sometimes it feels like you're walking on eggshells, trying to fit in without being judged. Deep down, you just want to feel calm, confident, and be your own biggest supporter.
Arinola Akinbobola
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you seeking to acquire the tools and skills to effectively manage your current situation? I can help you build a toolbox with easy to use techniques that will empower you to regain control over your thoughts, emotions, and the challenges that may be causing you distress. With a wealth of experience, I am proficient in providing effective support for both individuals and families.
Are you seeking to acquire the tools and skills to effectively manage your current situation? I can help you build a toolbox with easy to use techniques that will empower you to regain control over your thoughts, emotions, and the challenges that may be causing you distress. With a wealth of experience, I am proficient in providing effective support for both individuals and families.
Greetings! I'm Normand, a proud Queer person, a Registered Social Worker, and an avid board game enthusiast. Welcome to my practice, where I emphasize the values of self-determination, diversity, and building strong therapeutic relationships. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, identity, and life transitions. My practice embraces diverse ages, cultures, and identities, including Indigenous Peoples and Queer folx.
Greetings! I'm Normand, a proud Queer person, a Registered Social Worker, and an avid board game enthusiast. Welcome to my practice, where I emphasize the values of self-determination, diversity, and building strong therapeutic relationships. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, identity, and life transitions. My practice embraces diverse ages, cultures, and identities, including Indigenous Peoples and Queer folx.
R. Maveneka Social Work Professional Corp
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5V (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Raei (ray) of Sunshine, Black-identified and African. As a client, you realize there is more to life and come ready to do the work of expanding into the Being you really are. As your Psychotherapist, I create a safe space to explore You whilst navigating challenges that impact your Mental Wellness such as, daily stressors, past and current traumas, habits and relationships that no longer serve your highest good, and anything else impressed upon you. I’ll meet you where you are at, and take you to where you want to be. (Mental Wellness; Black Community Mental Health; Law of Attraction; Mindfulness)
Welcome! I'm Raei (ray) of Sunshine, Black-identified and African. As a client, you realize there is more to life and come ready to do the work of expanding into the Being you really are. As your Psychotherapist, I create a safe space to explore You whilst navigating challenges that impact your Mental Wellness such as, daily stressors, past and current traumas, habits and relationships that no longer serve your highest good, and anything else impressed upon you. I’ll meet you where you are at, and take you to where you want to be. (Mental Wellness; Black Community Mental Health; Law of Attraction; Mindfulness)
Ariette Hung - Christian Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MDiv
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Toronto, ON M5C (Online Only)
Accepting new 1:1 clients! Life can be distressing at times. Certain experiences, stress and unhealthy relationships can get the best of anyone. I help my clients process difficult emotions and experiences in a safe space. I work with adolescent (13+) and adult individuals, supporting them in navigating emotional/mental challenges and a variety of life issues. My areas of focus includes: Healing anxious/avoidant attachment, generalized anxiety, codependency, limerance, relationship issues, self-esteem, inner child, boundaries, self-esteem and stress. If you're ready to do the heartwork and heal, let's connect!
Accepting new 1:1 clients! Life can be distressing at times. Certain experiences, stress and unhealthy relationships can get the best of anyone. I help my clients process difficult emotions and experiences in a safe space. I work with adolescent (13+) and adult individuals, supporting them in navigating emotional/mental challenges and a variety of life issues. My areas of focus includes: Healing anxious/avoidant attachment, generalized anxiety, codependency, limerance, relationship issues, self-esteem, inner child, boundaries, self-esteem and stress. If you're ready to do the heartwork and heal, let's connect!
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognise an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.