Christian Therapists in La Costa, CA
Tami Earnhart - Art Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Costa, CA 92011
You’re worried about your child. You wonder if they need therapy and it’s weighing on you. You’ve tried talking to them, reasoning why their fear doesn’t make sense, but it never seems to make a difference. I help anxious kids & worried parents feel safe and at ease. I get that you just want your child to feel more carefree and express themselves more confidently. Today, you’re searching for a child therapist because you know if you don’t get help, nothing is going to change for your child. And something has got to change. I understand.
You’re worried about your child. You wonder if they need therapy and it’s weighing on you. You’ve tried talking to them, reasoning why their fear doesn’t make sense, but it never seems to make a difference. I help anxious kids & worried parents feel safe and at ease. I get that you just want your child to feel more carefree and express themselves more confidently. Today, you’re searching for a child therapist because you know if you don’t get help, nothing is going to change for your child. And something has got to change. I understand.
Grayson Wallen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, CGT, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
La Costa, CA 92009
I help those in dull, difficult, and conflicted relationships. It’s grueling for anyone considering ending a relationship because they have lost their passion for their partner, are eternally conflicted, or feeling weighed down in their relationship. You might be worried about how your kids will take the news, if you can financially recover, or even second-guessing if divorce is the right move. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist and I use the Gottman’s relationship research to help couples develop friendship, manage conflict, and create a meaningful relationship that lasts a lifetime.
I help those in dull, difficult, and conflicted relationships. It’s grueling for anyone considering ending a relationship because they have lost their passion for their partner, are eternally conflicted, or feeling weighed down in their relationship. You might be worried about how your kids will take the news, if you can financially recover, or even second-guessing if divorce is the right move. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist and I use the Gottman’s relationship research to help couples develop friendship, manage conflict, and create a meaningful relationship that lasts a lifetime.
EMDR Encinitad
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Costa, CA 92009
Has the pandemic negatively affected your mental health, relationships or addiction? If so, you are not alone and I’m here to help. I am a true believer that we shouldn't wait until things get really bad in order to seek help and tending to our emotional needs is just as important as taking care of our physical health. My work experience includes working in hospice and palliative care, addiction recovery centers as well as private practice, so I have had the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life at different stages in their lives. My approach is client-centered, I utilize various modalities, adapting to each person.
Has the pandemic negatively affected your mental health, relationships or addiction? If so, you are not alone and I’m here to help. I am a true believer that we shouldn't wait until things get really bad in order to seek help and tending to our emotional needs is just as important as taking care of our physical health. My work experience includes working in hospice and palliative care, addiction recovery centers as well as private practice, so I have had the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life at different stages in their lives. My approach is client-centered, I utilize various modalities, adapting to each person.
***I only offer online therapy.*** You've experienced sexual trauma in the past and you're ready to face it. . . But you don't really know how - or who - can help you. Your past does not need to define you - let me help you get there! Call me for a free phone consultation. ***I only offer online therapy.***
***I only offer online therapy.*** You've experienced sexual trauma in the past and you're ready to face it. . . But you don't really know how - or who - can help you. Your past does not need to define you - let me help you get there! Call me for a free phone consultation. ***I only offer online therapy.***
Amanda V. Nemeth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
La Costa, CA 92011
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to working with clients is holistic, creative, and grounded in the specific story of each client. Through empathy, authenticity, and curiosity I help create a new vision for hope as I journey with my clients on their path toward healing. I have experience working with individual adults of all ages, couples, and families.
My approach to working with clients is holistic, creative, and grounded in the specific story of each client. Through empathy, authenticity, and curiosity I help create a new vision for hope as I journey with my clients on their path toward healing. I have experience working with individual adults of all ages, couples, and families.
Michelle Bourgerie
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Costa, CA 92009
People can't tell how badly you're hurting on the inside. You might walk through your days with a smile on your face. You achieve at work or at home for the most part. People probably even comment on how well you're doing, and at how much you accomplish. But no one knows that you cry in private and are grieving your loved one so desperately. Sometimes you can't even cry when you want to, because you hide your grief most days, not feeling free to grieve unless you're alone. You know you need support, but it's hard to ask for help.
People can't tell how badly you're hurting on the inside. You might walk through your days with a smile on your face. You achieve at work or at home for the most part. People probably even comment on how well you're doing, and at how much you accomplish. But no one knows that you cry in private and are grieving your loved one so desperately. Sometimes you can't even cry when you want to, because you hide your grief most days, not feeling free to grieve unless you're alone. You know you need support, but it's hard to ask for help.
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Dr. Thomas Luttrell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92408
(I also offer Christian counseling.
Tired of the status quo? Stuck in a rut in your relationships, wellness, business, intimacy, or spirituality? I help align all parts of your life with your true authentic self. Together, we’ll secure genuine change through acceptance first. I'm Dr. Tom, and I'm licensed for independent practice as a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT 111604), the District of Columbia (LMFT200001211), and Maryland (LCMFT, LCM754), and am a professional coach across the U.S. I have provided therapy to individuals and families since 2007. I'm also happily married for over 15 years, and we have 2 young boys.
(I also offer Christian counseling.
Tired of the status quo? Stuck in a rut in your relationships, wellness, business, intimacy, or spirituality? I help align all parts of your life with your true authentic self. Together, we’ll secure genuine change through acceptance first. I'm Dr. Tom, and I'm licensed for independent practice as a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT 111604), the District of Columbia (LMFT200001211), and Maryland (LCMFT, LCM754), and am a professional coach across the U.S. I have provided therapy to individuals and families since 2007. I'm also happily married for over 15 years, and we have 2 young boys.
Hollis Theon Rogers
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Bernardino, CA 92405
I also use Christian Counseling for clients who prefer Christian principles in addressing issues.
I am Hollis 'Theon" Rogers, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am also a certified substance abuse counselor with many years of experience. I utilize mainly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solutions focused as my approach. My focus is on Black/ African American and Hispanic cultures and the specific issues that come from the group. I also address military issues including trauma and help with getting the benefit military personnel deserve. I typically work with the military and veterans and people of color. I have experience with addressing domestic violence issues.
I also use Christian Counseling for clients who prefer Christian principles in addressing issues.
I am Hollis 'Theon" Rogers, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am also a certified substance abuse counselor with many years of experience. I utilize mainly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solutions focused as my approach. My focus is on Black/ African American and Hispanic cultures and the specific issues that come from the group. I also address military issues including trauma and help with getting the benefit military personnel deserve. I typically work with the military and veterans and people of color. I have experience with addressing domestic violence issues.
Hi. I’m Lisa Bove, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Christian minister living in Southern California. I have been practicing as an LCSW for 29 years and have been an ordained minister for longer. In my practice I work with people of all religious backgrounds and have been an active participant in many LGBTQI+ religious congregations. I approach therapy from a holistic and client-centered perspective. I love speaking with people, getting to know them, and helping them realize their strengths and work through their challenges.
Hi. I’m Lisa Bove, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Christian minister living in Southern California. I have been practicing as an LCSW for 29 years and have been an ordained minister for longer. In my practice I work with people of all religious backgrounds and have been an active participant in many LGBTQI+ religious congregations. I approach therapy from a holistic and client-centered perspective. I love speaking with people, getting to know them, and helping them realize their strengths and work through their challenges.
Jon Aaron Haywood
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, DMin
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92410
As a Christian Pastor for nearly 30 years and a Psychotherapist, I use both biblical principles and evidence-based psychological tools to help my clients.
Let's get real. There comes a time in everyone's life when you feel that you are at the end of your rope. You are seeking anyone who will truly listen and try to understand your pain. Is this you right now? You may be saying, HOW did I get here and why am I still stuck here? The challenge of the sudden loss of a loved one, the betrayal by your spouse, a defiant child, or just feeling lost can result in having panic attacks, racing thoughts, sadness you can’t shake, feeling abandoned, desiring to isolate, and using unhealthy coping behaviors. Sometimes things are just too difficult to bear alone. Let's talk.
As a Christian Pastor for nearly 30 years and a Psychotherapist, I use both biblical principles and evidence-based psychological tools to help my clients.
Let's get real. There comes a time in everyone's life when you feel that you are at the end of your rope. You are seeking anyone who will truly listen and try to understand your pain. Is this you right now? You may be saying, HOW did I get here and why am I still stuck here? The challenge of the sudden loss of a loved one, the betrayal by your spouse, a defiant child, or just feeling lost can result in having panic attacks, racing thoughts, sadness you can’t shake, feeling abandoned, desiring to isolate, and using unhealthy coping behaviors. Sometimes things are just too difficult to bear alone. Let's talk.
We naturally go through life transitions, difficult experiences, and relational issues. Those struggles we experience expand into issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and self-confidence. The goal is to be able to get through these transitions, improve our relationships, and develop a more positive view of ourselves. I provide services to help you seek a deeper understanding of who you are through exploration, while learning skills to manage difficult transitions as they arise in life. Let's work on your goals together, while building skills and awareness to allow yourself to continue living a happy and most fulfilling life.
We naturally go through life transitions, difficult experiences, and relational issues. Those struggles we experience expand into issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and self-confidence. The goal is to be able to get through these transitions, improve our relationships, and develop a more positive view of ourselves. I provide services to help you seek a deeper understanding of who you are through exploration, while learning skills to manage difficult transitions as they arise in life. Let's work on your goals together, while building skills and awareness to allow yourself to continue living a happy and most fulfilling life.
Healthy Mind & Brain Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DEL, LCSW, PhD abd
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92415
Healthy Mind & Brain Center (HMBC) is a mental health treatment group that specializes in both traditional and non-traditional counseling approaches. CBT, EMDR, Trauma Focused and Individual Therapy are examples of traditional approaches, whereas, neurofeedback, neuroplasticity, meditation and brain training are examples of non-traditional approaches. Regardless of the therapy methodology, our goal is to demonstrate empirical success in assisting clients in changing maladaptive behaviors and thinking habits.
Healthy Mind & Brain Center (HMBC) is a mental health treatment group that specializes in both traditional and non-traditional counseling approaches. CBT, EMDR, Trauma Focused and Individual Therapy are examples of traditional approaches, whereas, neurofeedback, neuroplasticity, meditation and brain training are examples of non-traditional approaches. Regardless of the therapy methodology, our goal is to demonstrate empirical success in assisting clients in changing maladaptive behaviors and thinking habits.
My clients are navigating stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions. They feel overwhelmed and need guidance to regain control of their emotional well-being. I work with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals, offering practical, evidence-based tools to manage stress, build resilience, and boost self-esteem. My clients are ready to make a change, improve relationships, and develop healthier coping strategies. If you're seeking clarity, peace, and fulfillment, I’m here to help you take the next step.
My clients are navigating stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions. They feel overwhelmed and need guidance to regain control of their emotional well-being. I work with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals, offering practical, evidence-based tools to manage stress, build resilience, and boost self-esteem. My clients are ready to make a change, improve relationships, and develop healthier coping strategies. If you're seeking clarity, peace, and fulfillment, I’m here to help you take the next step.
Adrian McClellan, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Bernardino, CA 92404
Additional insurance services available right now. Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna and Magellan. Telehealth also available. I have appointment times available in 1 to 2 WEEKS. I am available by appointment only. I am a licensed therapist working in the field of health/mental health since 1983. I have been licensed in California since 1988. I have extensive experience working with those burdened by depressed mood, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and more. Please see the list of specialties I work with. We can find a solution to your issues. Keep your hope. If others can recover, so can you.
Additional insurance services available right now. Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna and Magellan. Telehealth also available. I have appointment times available in 1 to 2 WEEKS. I am available by appointment only. I am a licensed therapist working in the field of health/mental health since 1983. I have been licensed in California since 1988. I have extensive experience working with those burdened by depressed mood, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and more. Please see the list of specialties I work with. We can find a solution to your issues. Keep your hope. If others can recover, so can you.
Hi, I am Lorinda. I have been a therapist for over 30 years and enjoy helping people work on themselves and the issues they believe are standing in their way. We will work together to help you overcome past hurt and to work toward a life with less stress and a more positive perspective toward life.
Hi, I am Lorinda. I have been a therapist for over 30 years and enjoy helping people work on themselves and the issues they believe are standing in their way. We will work together to help you overcome past hurt and to work toward a life with less stress and a more positive perspective toward life.
ATTN neurodivergents: let me be your new bestie! Life is hard & it can often feel overwhelming to know where to start in finding the right support. Look at you taking the first step! Not all therapy experiences are positive & it's important to me that each of my clients feel safe enough to do the hard work of healing. The personal work I've done in therapy has provided me with an acute understanding of the challenges & importance of finding the right therapist, especially for neurodiverse needs. My goal is to help you feel seen & heard right where you are at and supportively come alongside you in where you are trying to go.
ATTN neurodivergents: let me be your new bestie! Life is hard & it can often feel overwhelming to know where to start in finding the right support. Look at you taking the first step! Not all therapy experiences are positive & it's important to me that each of my clients feel safe enough to do the hard work of healing. The personal work I've done in therapy has provided me with an acute understanding of the challenges & importance of finding the right therapist, especially for neurodiverse needs. My goal is to help you feel seen & heard right where you are at and supportively come alongside you in where you are trying to go.
Alicia Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Bernardino, CA 92405
Are you looking for a safe place to heal as a family or couple? Or are you an individual trying to figure out effective communication strategies? Is it difficult to discuss the hurt and pain without causing more? Whether you are a teenager trying to get your parents to understand or an adult trying to figure out how to manage the stress of fulfilling multiple roles. I would like to assist you in finding creative solutions.
Are you looking for a safe place to heal as a family or couple? Or are you an individual trying to figure out effective communication strategies? Is it difficult to discuss the hurt and pain without causing more? Whether you are a teenager trying to get your parents to understand or an adult trying to figure out how to manage the stress of fulfilling multiple roles. I would like to assist you in finding creative solutions.
Life’s hurts and offenses gets in the way of us experiencing what it is to be free from mental and emotional turmoil. As we go through life, we accumulate emotional junk and we don’t realize most times that these things cause us to literally be in bondage to to the negative perceptions and behavioral patterns taken on. Rather, we often go through life bandaging up the wounds and hurts of our past, and we rarely address and deal with the origin of the issues. Although we cannot change what happened in the past, together we can gain insight and skills to overcome the challenges. BitterSweet Encounters was birthed with the sole
Life’s hurts and offenses gets in the way of us experiencing what it is to be free from mental and emotional turmoil. As we go through life, we accumulate emotional junk and we don’t realize most times that these things cause us to literally be in bondage to to the negative perceptions and behavioral patterns taken on. Rather, we often go through life bandaging up the wounds and hurts of our past, and we rarely address and deal with the origin of the issues. Although we cannot change what happened in the past, together we can gain insight and skills to overcome the challenges. BitterSweet Encounters was birthed with the sole
Life can be challenging, but you are not alone. You already made the first step, and I am here to guide you through the rest. One way is to separate myself from the societal restrictions, starting with my availability. The average person works M-F 8-5; but all of the resources one needs are also only available during those hours. Not everyone has the freedom to work around such restrictions. I decided I would not make it more difficult to get help. I offer early mornings, later evenings and some weekends too. Together, we can align ourselves and schedules around those traditional restrictions.
Life can be challenging, but you are not alone. You already made the first step, and I am here to guide you through the rest. One way is to separate myself from the societal restrictions, starting with my availability. The average person works M-F 8-5; but all of the resources one needs are also only available during those hours. Not everyone has the freedom to work around such restrictions. I decided I would not make it more difficult to get help. I offer early mornings, later evenings and some weekends too. Together, we can align ourselves and schedules around those traditional restrictions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Southern California with 10 years of clinical experience in various mental health settings. The focus of my work is on children, adolescents, adults, and families. I believe the therapeutic process should be an integrative and collaborative approach toward healing, recognizing that every person has a unique history.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Southern California with 10 years of clinical experience in various mental health settings. The focus of my work is on children, adolescents, adults, and families. I believe the therapeutic process should be an integrative and collaborative approach toward healing, recognizing that every person has a unique history.
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Christian Therapists
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 recognize 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.