Christian Therapists in Sylmar, CA
Marie Pamela Stead
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
My name is Marie Pamela Stead, LMFT who has helped lots of young adults struggling with feelings associated with anxiety. I offer talk therapy through the therapeutic process to identify the root of their dis-ease by processing those experiences and challenges that you face, so you can live a life filled with peace, calm, wholeness, and hope. I am a Christian counselor with a Christ-centered approach. He has all the answers for living that rich fulfilling life! I have helped lots of young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and issues associated with grief.
My name is Marie Pamela Stead, LMFT who has helped lots of young adults struggling with feelings associated with anxiety. I offer talk therapy through the therapeutic process to identify the root of their dis-ease by processing those experiences and challenges that you face, so you can live a life filled with peace, calm, wholeness, and hope. I am a Christian counselor with a Christ-centered approach. He has all the answers for living that rich fulfilling life! I have helped lots of young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and issues associated with grief.
Sade Christian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Sade Christian, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. I use a holistic approach in therapy exploring the impact of systems and environment on the person and their functioning. My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment, and adjustment. I believe therapy is and partnership that requires dedication and honesty. In my treatment, I utilize motivational interviewing, CBT, PCIT, and psychodynamic therapies to support my clients as appropriate.
Hi, my name is Sade Christian, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. I use a holistic approach in therapy exploring the impact of systems and environment on the person and their functioning. My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment, and adjustment. I believe therapy is and partnership that requires dedication and honesty. In my treatment, I utilize motivational interviewing, CBT, PCIT, and psychodynamic therapies to support my clients as appropriate.
Hello, I am Kevin Yaori and I am licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy, LMFT 147564. I focus on treating clients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, life transition, grief/trauma, poor coping skills (addiction), and Relationship problems. I have a Person-Centered light-hearted humor approach with Solution Focus, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy.
Hello, I am Kevin Yaori and I am licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy, LMFT 147564. I focus on treating clients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, life transition, grief/trauma, poor coping skills (addiction), and Relationship problems. I have a Person-Centered light-hearted humor approach with Solution Focus, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy.
My name is Dr. Rita Ogunlana. I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist who believes that through the process of therapy, you can develop self-knowledge, self-consciousness, and an innate resilience to meet the challenges of life. I provide a space where you can process parts of your life that are in a current crisis.
My name is Dr. Rita Ogunlana. I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist who believes that through the process of therapy, you can develop self-knowledge, self-consciousness, and an innate resilience to meet the challenges of life. I provide a space where you can process parts of your life that are in a current crisis.
My primary values as a provider are courage, wisdom, and compassion which I seek to hold out for all of my clients to experience and take hold for themselves in their lives. I want you to experience that you are not alone in what you are going through and that deep, lasting healing and change are possible.
My primary values as a provider are courage, wisdom, and compassion which I seek to hold out for all of my clients to experience and take hold for themselves in their lives. I want you to experience that you are not alone in what you are going through and that deep, lasting healing and change are possible.
Kathey Wilborn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
Hello, I am the Reverend Dr. Kathey M. Wilborn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW15195) for the past 34 years with a history working with multi-generational client-children, youth, and adults. I have a passion for each person to live to their full potential physically, spiritually, financially, emotionally, and psychologically. My therapeutic approach is using a client-centered approach. I work to learn about the distress being experienced through a psycho-social assessment.
Hello, I am the Reverend Dr. Kathey M. Wilborn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW15195) for the past 34 years with a history working with multi-generational client-children, youth, and adults. I have a passion for each person to live to their full potential physically, spiritually, financially, emotionally, and psychologically. My therapeutic approach is using a client-centered approach. I work to learn about the distress being experienced through a psycho-social assessment.
My name is David Saldana. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a specialization in working with adolescents and adults, especially those who have been impacted by various forms of traumatic experiences. I draw from research and clinical experiences, along with an understanding of your unique background and strengths, when creating an individualized plan for helping you meet your goals.
My name is David Saldana. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with a specialization in working with adolescents and adults, especially those who have been impacted by various forms of traumatic experiences. I draw from research and clinical experiences, along with an understanding of your unique background and strengths, when creating an individualized plan for helping you meet your goals.
Hello, I'm Laura Channer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience working with adults, teens, and children. My therapeutic approach includes various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, and Patient-Centered Therapy.
Hello, I'm Laura Channer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience working with adults, teens, and children. My therapeutic approach includes various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing, and Patient-Centered Therapy.
My name is Jennifer Susan Jones and I care deeply about connecting with clients, building rapport, and holding the therapeutic space. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, wife, mother, nature-lover, and fitness enthusiast. I specialize in kids 9 and up, teens, women's issues, older adults, and patients navigating medical care. I work with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Jennifer Susan Jones and I care deeply about connecting with clients, building rapport, and holding the therapeutic space. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, wife, mother, nature-lover, and fitness enthusiast. I specialize in kids 9 and up, teens, women's issues, older adults, and patients navigating medical care. I work with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Hello, my name is Luis Martinez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I am committed to providing a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges and discover effective strategies for improvement.
Hello, my name is Luis Martinez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I am committed to providing a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges and discover effective strategies for improvement.
Melissa Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Melissa Miller, and I am looking forward to working with you! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing therapy since 2010. I consider it a privilege to be able to support people in whatever challenges or concerns may bring them to treatment. I offer an open, non-judgmental, and collaborative space to work together in finding solutions to your concerns and to better understand yourself and your needs. My hope is that my clients graduate care with an improved ability to engage with themselves and the relationships in their lives that give them meaning.
Hello! My name is Melissa Miller, and I am looking forward to working with you! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been providing therapy since 2010. I consider it a privilege to be able to support people in whatever challenges or concerns may bring them to treatment. I offer an open, non-judgmental, and collaborative space to work together in finding solutions to your concerns and to better understand yourself and your needs. My hope is that my clients graduate care with an improved ability to engage with themselves and the relationships in their lives that give them meaning.
Eunice Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Eunice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was born in raised in California, I am a bilingual, English/Spanish Clinician. My specialties include Trauma, Medical Diagnosis, Cultural Issues, Crisis, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Depression, and Addiction. When working with Clients, I prefer a Client-Centered Approach. I meet my clients where they are in their journey and provide support along the way. I believe in Self-Determination, as we work while providing a safe space for self-expression and exploration, which ultimately leads to Empowerment.
Hello, I'm Eunice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was born in raised in California, I am a bilingual, English/Spanish Clinician. My specialties include Trauma, Medical Diagnosis, Cultural Issues, Crisis, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Depression, and Addiction. When working with Clients, I prefer a Client-Centered Approach. I meet my clients where they are in their journey and provide support along the way. I believe in Self-Determination, as we work while providing a safe space for self-expression and exploration, which ultimately leads to Empowerment.
Alexis Pettaway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Alexis. My name is B. Alexis Pettaway, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. I earned my master’s degree from the University of Southern California (USC) and have 15 years of experience. I am based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My focus is on helping adults, adolescents, children, and families navigate life stressors and empower them to become the best versions of themselves. I believe that everyone has the potential to grow and thrive, even in challenging circumstances.
Hello! I’m Alexis. My name is B. Alexis Pettaway, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California. I earned my master’s degree from the University of Southern California (USC) and have 15 years of experience. I am based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My focus is on helping adults, adolescents, children, and families navigate life stressors and empower them to become the best versions of themselves. I believe that everyone has the potential to grow and thrive, even in challenging circumstances.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer a warm and comfortable environment for every individual I am blessed to work with during therapy. Whether it is an adolescent or teenager needing a space to figure out life, a parent who has an adolescent struggling with the journey of being a teenager, or an individual seeking help after a divorce, breakup, and personal crisis. I will work with you on making collaborative goals to help you see the light at the end of the tunnel!
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer a warm and comfortable environment for every individual I am blessed to work with during therapy. Whether it is an adolescent or teenager needing a space to figure out life, a parent who has an adolescent struggling with the journey of being a teenager, or an individual seeking help after a divorce, breakup, and personal crisis. I will work with you on making collaborative goals to help you see the light at the end of the tunnel!
Hi, my name is Kathy Langley, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in the foothills of El Dorado County, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages, specializing in anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and addiction, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focus Therapy, to help my clients make progress and feel better.
Hi, my name is Kathy Langley, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in the foothills of El Dorado County, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages, specializing in anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and addiction, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focus Therapy, to help my clients make progress and feel better.
Kathy Valencia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my master's from Argosy University and have been in the field for 12 years. I have experience in both residential and outpatient settings, treating adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am confident in treating a wide array of diagnoses and needs including depression, anxiety, life transitions, perinatal and postpartum difficulties, behavioral issues, academic and employment challenges, grief, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my master's from Argosy University and have been in the field for 12 years. I have experience in both residential and outpatient settings, treating adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am confident in treating a wide array of diagnoses and needs including depression, anxiety, life transitions, perinatal and postpartum difficulties, behavioral issues, academic and employment challenges, grief, and trauma.
Katrina Bobo-Spraggins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
My name is Katrina Bobo and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in the state of California. I am also a board-certified art therapist and am passionate about the integration of therapy and creative outlets. I focus on trauma recovery and the personalized implementation of therapeutic approaches to customize the experience for each unique individual. I am trained in trauma-informed therapy with specialized training in art therapy, DBT, CBT, ACT, IFS, Narrative therapy, play therapy, and Moral Resonation Therapy.
My name is Katrina Bobo and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in the state of California. I am also a board-certified art therapist and am passionate about the integration of therapy and creative outlets. I focus on trauma recovery and the personalized implementation of therapeutic approaches to customize the experience for each unique individual. I am trained in trauma-informed therapy with specialized training in art therapy, DBT, CBT, ACT, IFS, Narrative therapy, play therapy, and Moral Resonation Therapy.
Susanna Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342 (Online Only)
I come from a place of belief in everyone's ability to improve and better themselves. My goal is to walk beside you on your healing journey to help you reach all of your self-identified goals.
I come from a place of belief in everyone's ability to improve and better themselves. My goal is to walk beside you on your healing journey to help you reach all of your self-identified goals.
Joanne Baltierrez-Fernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, joanne baltierrez-fernandez, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sylmar, CA 91342
As a License Psychotherapist specializing in Problem Solving, I work with clients to get past stuck. I treat with Problem Solving, CBT and other modes of therapy for Late Teens, Young Adults, Adults, Couples and Specialize in Senior concerns . I deliver services to assist clients meet goals of self awareness, increased emotional management and improve relationships. My clinical expertise includes assessing and treating various conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, dispute resolution, family, employment and overall relations.
As a License Psychotherapist specializing in Problem Solving, I work with clients to get past stuck. I treat with Problem Solving, CBT and other modes of therapy for Late Teens, Young Adults, Adults, Couples and Specialize in Senior concerns . I deliver services to assist clients meet goals of self awareness, increased emotional management and improve relationships. My clinical expertise includes assessing and treating various conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, dispute resolution, family, employment and overall relations.
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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.