Christian Therapists in Santee, CA

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Kaitlin Olson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
My name is Kaitlin Olson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My therapeutic approach involves exploring your past to identify and ultimately change current problem behaviors. I believe gaining insight and healing from past experiences, and relationships is the key to finding peace in your life. I find using a combination of theoretical approaches is helpful for my clients. I combine attachment theory and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients identify and change the areas in their lives they find problematic.
My name is Kaitlin Olson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My therapeutic approach involves exploring your past to identify and ultimately change current problem behaviors. I believe gaining insight and healing from past experiences, and relationships is the key to finding peace in your life. I find using a combination of theoretical approaches is helpful for my clients. I combine attachment theory and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients identify and change the areas in their lives they find problematic.
(858) 758-1730 View (858) 758-1730
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Caitlin Weber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
Caitlin Weber, M.A., LMFT is interested in connecting with and understanding human beings better. Her primary specialties in her private practice are anxiety, adjustment disorder and stress. Caitlin is a person-centered Mental Health Practitioner who often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic in her approach with clients. She graduated with her master's degree in clinical psychology (with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy). Then completed her Clinical Associateship (3,000+ hours) and two California Board exams to acquire her active Marriage and Family Therapist License (LMFT).
Caitlin Weber, M.A., LMFT is interested in connecting with and understanding human beings better. Her primary specialties in her private practice are anxiety, adjustment disorder and stress. Caitlin is a person-centered Mental Health Practitioner who often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic in her approach with clients. She graduated with her master's degree in clinical psychology (with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy). Then completed her Clinical Associateship (3,000+ hours) and two California Board exams to acquire her active Marriage and Family Therapist License (LMFT).
(619) 330-0494 View (619) 330-0494
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Terisa Maria Berger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071  (Online Only)
Feeling like you are not enough can lead to a life of anxiety and depression. Are you ready to reframe and reclaim the life you deserve? I will work with you in a way that is transparent, person-centered, and challenging to help you achieve your personal mental health goals.
Feeling like you are not enough can lead to a life of anxiety and depression. Are you ready to reframe and reclaim the life you deserve? I will work with you in a way that is transparent, person-centered, and challenging to help you achieve your personal mental health goals.
(619) 330-0426 x100 View (619) 330-0426 x100
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Esther Yi
PsyD
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071  (Online Only)
Life is sometimes unexpectedly difficult and suffering can be inevitable. However, how you respond to life circumstances can drastically change your ability to enjoy life. I have worked with those that believed in lies about themselves after a traumatic incident, childhood, or their own minds. These lies can be crippling and result in anxiety, depression, addictions, school related difficulties, stress, anger, parenting, communication difficulties, relational issues, family problems, job dissatisfaction and more. I provide different perspectives that encourage personal healing and relief. Change your mind change your life
Life is sometimes unexpectedly difficult and suffering can be inevitable. However, how you respond to life circumstances can drastically change your ability to enjoy life. I have worked with those that believed in lies about themselves after a traumatic incident, childhood, or their own minds. These lies can be crippling and result in anxiety, depression, addictions, school related difficulties, stress, anger, parenting, communication difficulties, relational issues, family problems, job dissatisfaction and more. I provide different perspectives that encourage personal healing and relief. Change your mind change your life
(619) 367-9154 View (619) 367-9154
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Marshawn Rodgers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
Hello, my name is Marshawn Rodgers. I am a psychotherapist who is available to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to express feelings, fears, struggles, and eventual victories. Congratulations on taking the first steps to heal. Begin by acknowledging your courage to discuss your struggles and make your hope a reality. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
Hello, my name is Marshawn Rodgers. I am a psychotherapist who is available to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to express feelings, fears, struggles, and eventual victories. Congratulations on taking the first steps to heal. Begin by acknowledging your courage to discuss your struggles and make your hope a reality. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
(619) 413-0135 View (619) 413-0135
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Sanela Kljajic
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I earned my Bachelor's in Psychology from UCI and my Master's in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in marriage and family therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I have over 8 years of experience in drug and alcohol treatment centers and community-based mental health services providing client-centered, strength-based, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. My approach is tailored to my client's needs.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I earned my Bachelor's in Psychology from UCI and my Master's in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in marriage and family therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I have over 8 years of experience in drug and alcohol treatment centers and community-based mental health services providing client-centered, strength-based, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. My approach is tailored to my client's needs.
(619) 773-0823 View (619) 773-0823
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Sharon Hill-Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
My name is Sharon Hill-Anderson. I am an LMFT. I like to meet the client where they are, and currently, my focus of practice is a mental health crisis. Currently, I typically work with clients in a mental health crisis. Many times I see clients that are suicidal with a plan or with extreme anxiety or depression causing the inability to function. I would very much like to work with mild to moderate anxiety or depression.
My name is Sharon Hill-Anderson. I am an LMFT. I like to meet the client where they are, and currently, my focus of practice is a mental health crisis. Currently, I typically work with clients in a mental health crisis. Many times I see clients that are suicidal with a plan or with extreme anxiety or depression causing the inability to function. I would very much like to work with mild to moderate anxiety or depression.
(707) 415-2929 View (707) 415-2929
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Kenneice Tolliver
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
My name is Kenneice Tolliver, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am based in California and am licensed in CA, OR, and NV. I provide psychotherapy services to help clients examine their lives and identify meaning in their relationships. I work to uplift, empower, and encourage clients to gain self-awareness, explore their emotions, and improve their ability to navigate their experiences. Through an attuned therapeutic alliance, we will explore a variety of modalities that best suit your needs. Treatment is not a “one size fits all” experience when working with me.
My name is Kenneice Tolliver, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am based in California and am licensed in CA, OR, and NV. I provide psychotherapy services to help clients examine their lives and identify meaning in their relationships. I work to uplift, empower, and encourage clients to gain self-awareness, explore their emotions, and improve their ability to navigate their experiences. Through an attuned therapeutic alliance, we will explore a variety of modalities that best suit your needs. Treatment is not a “one size fits all” experience when working with me.
(909) 310-1680 View (909) 310-1680
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Brandi Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
My name is Brandi Hughes, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I offer telehealth services to adolescents and adults of every gender expression and sexual orientation who are experiencing relational difficulties, environmental stressors, challenges with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
My name is Brandi Hughes, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I offer telehealth services to adolescents and adults of every gender expression and sexual orientation who are experiencing relational difficulties, environmental stressors, challenges with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
(415) 484-0893 View (415) 484-0893
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Larry Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I bring over 25 years of experience in mental health, ranging from addiction to trauma. I believe in a strength-based approach in providing clients support because everyone has skills, talents, and abilities to tap into to assist them in overcoming life's challenges. I am a firm believer in a nonjudgmental approach to therapy so you, the client, feel safe, accepted, and empowered. I use a broad array of therapy techniques such as trauma-informed care, strength-based, systems solution-focused or brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, grief therapy, and much more.
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I bring over 25 years of experience in mental health, ranging from addiction to trauma. I believe in a strength-based approach in providing clients support because everyone has skills, talents, and abilities to tap into to assist them in overcoming life's challenges. I am a firm believer in a nonjudgmental approach to therapy so you, the client, feel safe, accepted, and empowered. I use a broad array of therapy techniques such as trauma-informed care, strength-based, systems solution-focused or brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, grief therapy, and much more.
(323) 940-5971 View (323) 940-5971
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Darrin Oliver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
My name is Darrin Oliver and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work primarily with adult individuals specializing in anxiety, stress, grief/bereavement, and adjustment disorders using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress toward feeling better and more capable. I've found that my style and approach are a good fit for people of color who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions, coping with stress, adjusting to change, or who may have difficulty with processing trauma (lived or vicarious).
My name is Darrin Oliver and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work primarily with adult individuals specializing in anxiety, stress, grief/bereavement, and adjustment disorders using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress toward feeling better and more capable. I've found that my style and approach are a good fit for people of color who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions, coping with stress, adjusting to change, or who may have difficulty with processing trauma (lived or vicarious).
(415) 650-0934 View (415) 650-0934
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Carissa Lataillade
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
I am Carissa Lataillade, LMFT, a dedicated Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist passionate about supporting individuals through their most challenging life moments. As a Black psychotherapist, I am committed to assisting clients with turning obstacles into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. I offer a strength-based and collaborative therapeutic approach, incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
I am Carissa Lataillade, LMFT, a dedicated Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist passionate about supporting individuals through their most challenging life moments. As a Black psychotherapist, I am committed to assisting clients with turning obstacles into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. I offer a strength-based and collaborative therapeutic approach, incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
(209) 290-1656 View (209) 290-1656
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Dora Daniels
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
Hello & Welcome! I’m a multicultural licensed mental health provider (LMFT) with over seven years’ experience offering individual therapy online to adult clients. I specialize in helping individuals experiencing high stress and anxiety in the home and workplace with a focus on personal growth and self-care. I'm committed to helping you learn how to recover, build coping skills and to create a more fulfilling, joyful life. I work with adult individual clients experiencing anxiety, going through life transitions, having challenges with college, home and professional work stress.
Hello & Welcome! I’m a multicultural licensed mental health provider (LMFT) with over seven years’ experience offering individual therapy online to adult clients. I specialize in helping individuals experiencing high stress and anxiety in the home and workplace with a focus on personal growth and self-care. I'm committed to helping you learn how to recover, build coping skills and to create a more fulfilling, joyful life. I work with adult individual clients experiencing anxiety, going through life transitions, having challenges with college, home and professional work stress.
(916) 299-5765 View (916) 299-5765
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Nancy D. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071  (Online Only)
Has life become overwhelming to you? Do you question yourself or your ability to be a loving spouse, friend, or parent? Is your child's challenging behaviors or your own traumatic childhood getting in the way of your dreams? Are you raising an adopted or foster child with a trauma history or unexplainable difficult behaviors? Has any of these caused you to feel secretly depressed and/or fearful that no one will understand or even really care?
Has life become overwhelming to you? Do you question yourself or your ability to be a loving spouse, friend, or parent? Is your child's challenging behaviors or your own traumatic childhood getting in the way of your dreams? Are you raising an adopted or foster child with a trauma history or unexplainable difficult behaviors? Has any of these caused you to feel secretly depressed and/or fearful that no one will understand or even really care?
(619) 376-2367 View (619) 376-2367
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Rebecca Ann Rice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
Hi there, I'm Rebecca Rice, LMFT. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, complex and developmental trauma, acute and chronic PTSD, ADHD, low self-esteem, emotional and sexual abuse, relationship problems, grief and loss. My therapeutic approach is drawn from many theories: EMDR, CBT, Attachment Theory, Solution-Focused, trauma-informed care and a holistic mind body approach. I'm guided by individual needs and reinforce strengths and abilities to facilitate change in the briefest time possible. You get to decide who you invite on your journey; I feel blessed to be a part of yours.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca Rice, LMFT. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, complex and developmental trauma, acute and chronic PTSD, ADHD, low self-esteem, emotional and sexual abuse, relationship problems, grief and loss. My therapeutic approach is drawn from many theories: EMDR, CBT, Attachment Theory, Solution-Focused, trauma-informed care and a holistic mind body approach. I'm guided by individual needs and reinforce strengths and abilities to facilitate change in the briefest time possible. You get to decide who you invite on your journey; I feel blessed to be a part of yours.
(707) 876-0605 View (707) 876-0605
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Maureen Elizabeth Doherty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071  (Online Only)
My passion is to empower individuals and boost quality of life! Different seasons of life can equate to struggles to find meaning, hope, and/or direction. At such a time, it is imperative to connect with a Clinician whose goal is to guide and invest in your personal growth. I will help you identify needs and resources, utilize psycho-education to accelerate self-awareness, and validate your thoughts and feelings, so you can be comforted that you are not alone in your struggle. A stronger sense of self and positive mindset can increase well-being and make us more successful and productive.
My passion is to empower individuals and boost quality of life! Different seasons of life can equate to struggles to find meaning, hope, and/or direction. At such a time, it is imperative to connect with a Clinician whose goal is to guide and invest in your personal growth. I will help you identify needs and resources, utilize psycho-education to accelerate self-awareness, and validate your thoughts and feelings, so you can be comforted that you are not alone in your struggle. A stronger sense of self and positive mindset can increase well-being and make us more successful and productive.
(619) 404-5408 View (619) 404-5408
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Jorge Figueroa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
Hello, my name is Jorge Figueroa, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I like to provide a space for patients to participate in a self-determination approach to their treatment. With their space comes active listening without judgement, psychoeducation and interventions they can practice to better their symptoms. Focus areas include anxiety, depression, work related stress and adjustment disorders. I work with individuals facing mild to moderate depression and anxiety. Work related stress and adjustments to everyday life events. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalytic and client centered approached to meet individual goals.
Hello, my name is Jorge Figueroa, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I like to provide a space for patients to participate in a self-determination approach to their treatment. With their space comes active listening without judgement, psychoeducation and interventions they can practice to better their symptoms. Focus areas include anxiety, depression, work related stress and adjustment disorders. I work with individuals facing mild to moderate depression and anxiety. Work related stress and adjustments to everyday life events. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalytic and client centered approached to meet individual goals.
(562) 600-4503 View (562) 600-4503
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Stable Relationships, Equine Assisted Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santee, CA 92071
When nothing you try is working and life just isn't getting any better, my horses and I can help. Your session will start with increasing awareness of your body and emotions through a series of mental exercises and physical movements. When we have identified the day's concern, we will move to the barn. You will be introduced to one of our well-trained horses and you will be taught the skills needed to make improvements in your life. This could include anything from standing and talking next to the horse all the way to interacting with the horse in a small arena.
When nothing you try is working and life just isn't getting any better, my horses and I can help. Your session will start with increasing awareness of your body and emotions through a series of mental exercises and physical movements. When we have identified the day's concern, we will move to the barn. You will be introduced to one of our well-trained horses and you will be taught the skills needed to make improvements in your life. This could include anything from standing and talking next to the horse all the way to interacting with the horse in a small arena.
(619) 345-5736 View (619) 345-5736
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Eric Dice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
Hi, my name is Eric Dice and I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) psychotherapist. I specialize in working with individuals seeking support for anxiety, depression, perfectionism, self-esteem issues, people-pleasing, trauma, life transitions, and interpersonal issues. I provide a safe non-judgmental space where you can be your authentic self and dive deep into your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences on your road to healing. I take a strengths based approach building upon the skills and qualities you already have recognizing it is about progress, not perfection.
Hi, my name is Eric Dice and I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) psychotherapist. I specialize in working with individuals seeking support for anxiety, depression, perfectionism, self-esteem issues, people-pleasing, trauma, life transitions, and interpersonal issues. I provide a safe non-judgmental space where you can be your authentic self and dive deep into your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences on your road to healing. I take a strengths based approach building upon the skills and qualities you already have recognizing it is about progress, not perfection.
(619) 367-9348 View (619) 367-9348
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Leslie Lombardy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santee, CA 92071
HI! I am Leslie Lombardy, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am dedicated to providing a client-centered approach to therapy combined with solution-focused strategies. I place a great emphasis on creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients. I typically work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues.
HI! I am Leslie Lombardy, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am dedicated to providing a client-centered approach to therapy combined with solution-focused strategies. I place a great emphasis on creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients. I typically work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues.
(310) 919-2173 View (310) 919-2173
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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.