Christian Therapists in Ventura, CA
Monica Dyer
Psychological Associate, PsyD(c)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001 (Online Only)
I also offer Christian counseling for clients seeking faith-based support.
The way you've gone through life is not working for you anymore, and you don’t know why. You are ready to explore why you repeat things that are not working for you but you're finding that some issues are difficult to confront alone. I'm here to help. I work with adults, couples, and teens to transform unhelpful beliefs and habits that keep them stuck. People come to me seeking someone who's done their own work and can help guide them through theirs—someone who is highly trained, compassionate, and honest.
I also offer Christian counseling for clients seeking faith-based support.
The way you've gone through life is not working for you anymore, and you don’t know why. You are ready to explore why you repeat things that are not working for you but you're finding that some issues are difficult to confront alone. I'm here to help. I work with adults, couples, and teens to transform unhelpful beliefs and habits that keep them stuck. People come to me seeking someone who's done their own work and can help guide them through theirs—someone who is highly trained, compassionate, and honest.
Kathleen F. Streeter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, , LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
While my Christian faith influences my view of pain and healing, I work with clients of all backgrounds and respect their individual beliefs.
Are you feeling stuck or anxious? Do you doubt your self-worth, even though other people say you are smart, creative and capable? You may have tried to figure out on your own what you are doing wrong, but this has left you feeling lonely, even in your closest relationships. Some issues are too difficult to confront alone - past trauma, broken connections, life transitions, and painful loss. Together, we will work through the things that are holding you back. No two people are alike, so I will collaborate with you to define your unique treatment goals. Let’s start improving your life and relationships today!
While my Christian faith influences my view of pain and healing, I work with clients of all backgrounds and respect their individual beliefs.
Are you feeling stuck or anxious? Do you doubt your self-worth, even though other people say you are smart, creative and capable? You may have tried to figure out on your own what you are doing wrong, but this has left you feeling lonely, even in your closest relationships. Some issues are too difficult to confront alone - past trauma, broken connections, life transitions, and painful loss. Together, we will work through the things that are holding you back. No two people are alike, so I will collaborate with you to define your unique treatment goals. Let’s start improving your life and relationships today!
Dr. Douglas D Johnson
Psychological Associate, PsyD, MA, MAOM
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
I specialize in Christian centered psychotherapy, alcohol/substance abuse, and dual diagnosis.
Have you been struggling with an alcohol or substance use disorder? Are you looking for someone who understands the struggles you are facing based on personal experience? My doctoral dissertation on substance abuse has provided me with broad knowledge of evidenced based strategies used to treat addiction. I have experience supporting my clients that seek help in the following areas, relationships, spirituality, stress, depression, and anxiety. The use of inspiration and humor are common in session. Please contact me to schedule a free consultation. I'm looking forward to hearing about how I may be of assistance to you.
I specialize in Christian centered psychotherapy, alcohol/substance abuse, and dual diagnosis.
Have you been struggling with an alcohol or substance use disorder? Are you looking for someone who understands the struggles you are facing based on personal experience? My doctoral dissertation on substance abuse has provided me with broad knowledge of evidenced based strategies used to treat addiction. I have experience supporting my clients that seek help in the following areas, relationships, spirituality, stress, depression, and anxiety. The use of inspiration and humor are common in session. Please contact me to schedule a free consultation. I'm looking forward to hearing about how I may be of assistance to you.
While my Christian faith influences my view of pain, hope & healing, I frequently work with clients of all backgrounds & respect their individual beliefs.
Hi, my name is Allie and I serve as a professional Christian therapist in South Lake Tahoe, California. If you are processing life circumstances or burdened by sadness, anxiety, anger, effects of trauma, strained relationships, you deserve therapeutic support. I believe therapy should not be a mystery and you should be empowered with education, insight and practical skills throughout your treatment. Together, we will identify a highly personalized treatment plan for your current needs from evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT and attachment theory. Couples working with me will engage evidence-based Gottman Couples therapy.
While my Christian faith influences my view of pain, hope & healing, I frequently work with clients of all backgrounds & respect their individual beliefs.
Hi, my name is Allie and I serve as a professional Christian therapist in South Lake Tahoe, California. If you are processing life circumstances or burdened by sadness, anxiety, anger, effects of trauma, strained relationships, you deserve therapeutic support. I believe therapy should not be a mystery and you should be empowered with education, insight and practical skills throughout your treatment. Together, we will identify a highly personalized treatment plan for your current needs from evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT and attachment theory. Couples working with me will engage evidence-based Gottman Couples therapy.
As a Christian, I am fulfilled by being of service to others and watching the positive transformation of people's lives.
Hi, I am Kathyann Natalie Pierre, LMFT. It is my belief that our quality of life is directly related to the quality of relationships, ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and knowledge we gain from our experiences. My use of different therapeutic approaches is based on the individual needs of my clients and on their unique circumstances.
As a Christian, I am fulfilled by being of service to others and watching the positive transformation of people's lives.
Hi, I am Kathyann Natalie Pierre, LMFT. It is my belief that our quality of life is directly related to the quality of relationships, ability to maintain relationships, life experiences, and knowledge we gain from our experiences. My use of different therapeutic approaches is based on the individual needs of my clients and on their unique circumstances.
While working with clients of diverse beliefs, I also specialize in working with clients who want to integrate their Christian or Catholic beliefs into the change process.
If you are struggling with life's challanges and are seeking tools to better cope with or overcome those challanges I want to help you. The foundation of my work is the collaborative and proven effective tools of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Exploring and understanding our core beliefs and the relationship between thoughts and feelings gives us the tools to make effective change. Making a commitment to changing behaviors helps us sort out what we actually have control over and frees us from expecting others to change in order for us to be happy.
While working with clients of diverse beliefs, I also specialize in working with clients who want to integrate their Christian or Catholic beliefs into the change process.
If you are struggling with life's challanges and are seeking tools to better cope with or overcome those challanges I want to help you. The foundation of my work is the collaborative and proven effective tools of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Exploring and understanding our core beliefs and the relationship between thoughts and feelings gives us the tools to make effective change. Making a commitment to changing behaviors helps us sort out what we actually have control over and frees us from expecting others to change in order for us to be happy.
Marianne Renee Bahler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93004
I feel honored to work with families and couples seeking to reduce conflict and increase relational intimacy through improved trust and communication as well as helping parents build positive parenting skills. I also assist individual adults and preteens/adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, problematic behaviors, and negative relationship patterns and to aid them in finding life-affirming ways to cope with challenges. I am happy to offer therapy from a Christian framework, if desired. I believe that empathy and respect for others is profoundly important and feel blessed to walk alongside those seeking emotional healing.
I feel honored to work with families and couples seeking to reduce conflict and increase relational intimacy through improved trust and communication as well as helping parents build positive parenting skills. I also assist individual adults and preteens/adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, problematic behaviors, and negative relationship patterns and to aid them in finding life-affirming ways to cope with challenges. I am happy to offer therapy from a Christian framework, if desired. I believe that empathy and respect for others is profoundly important and feel blessed to walk alongside those seeking emotional healing.
Rachel Dittmar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
Sometimes we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, confused, hopeless, anxious, or "stuck". There are many reasons that these feelings and experiences may surface such as recent changes in our lives, past issues/experiences that have decided to come up unexpectedly, or difficult events we are currently experiencing. Life throws us into these intense places and it can be extremely difficult in our lives, ultimately impacting our career, goals, self-care, as well as take a toll on our relationships.
Sometimes we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, confused, hopeless, anxious, or "stuck". There are many reasons that these feelings and experiences may surface such as recent changes in our lives, past issues/experiences that have decided to come up unexpectedly, or difficult events we are currently experiencing. Life throws us into these intense places and it can be extremely difficult in our lives, ultimately impacting our career, goals, self-care, as well as take a toll on our relationships.
Honoring the significance of life’s losses is my mission. If you have lost a job or promotion; your health to cancer or autoimmune disease; your marriage to separation or divorce; or someone whom you love has passed away, including a miscarriage. Please reach out to me, I am here to help. Together we will feel, learn, understand and formulate a picture of life after loss.
Honoring the significance of life’s losses is my mission. If you have lost a job or promotion; your health to cancer or autoimmune disease; your marriage to separation or divorce; or someone whom you love has passed away, including a miscarriage. Please reach out to me, I am here to help. Together we will feel, learn, understand and formulate a picture of life after loss.
Elizabeth Burgos McGee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out… Life happens! The big secret: No one gets through it on their own. We all need the support and perspective of others to continue to learn and grow into our ever-changing, human selves. Life is a series of transitions. Let's get you through this together. My practice focuses on adolescents, and adults of all ages; mood disorders, and life transitions such as new parenthood, launching, and aging seem to be the most prevalent reasons clients seek out my support.
Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out… Life happens! The big secret: No one gets through it on their own. We all need the support and perspective of others to continue to learn and grow into our ever-changing, human selves. Life is a series of transitions. Let's get you through this together. My practice focuses on adolescents, and adults of all ages; mood disorders, and life transitions such as new parenthood, launching, and aging seem to be the most prevalent reasons clients seek out my support.
Linda J Bronzan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
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Sometimes we can’t share how we really feel, even with the people we're closest to. Maybe you worry about burdening others or hope things will just get better. Perhaps you avoid your feelings or overthink them to exhaustion. Whatever it is, you don’t have to face it alone. Having experienced my own struggles in life has inspired my passion to help others. As a therapist, I've seen firsthand how depression, anxiety, and trauma can leave you feeling isolated and out of control. I want to be a beacon of hope. I want to help you tap into your inner strength, regain your confidence, and help you make lasting positive changes.
Sometimes we can’t share how we really feel, even with the people we're closest to. Maybe you worry about burdening others or hope things will just get better. Perhaps you avoid your feelings or overthink them to exhaustion. Whatever it is, you don’t have to face it alone. Having experienced my own struggles in life has inspired my passion to help others. As a therapist, I've seen firsthand how depression, anxiety, and trauma can leave you feeling isolated and out of control. I want to be a beacon of hope. I want to help you tap into your inner strength, regain your confidence, and help you make lasting positive changes.
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Destiny Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
I see both first responders as well as non first responders in my practice. I find that one of the most important elements to good therapy is a good match between the therapist and client. I encourage anyone looking into therapy to schedule a free consultation call to ensure that we are a good match! It may also help to listen to a few of my podcast episodes to get a feel for my personality and approaches to treatment. I work with young adults (16 and up) as well as adults to help process trauma, anxiety, depression, and social and relational issues.
I see both first responders as well as non first responders in my practice. I find that one of the most important elements to good therapy is a good match between the therapist and client. I encourage anyone looking into therapy to schedule a free consultation call to ensure that we are a good match! It may also help to listen to a few of my podcast episodes to get a feel for my personality and approaches to treatment. I work with young adults (16 and up) as well as adults to help process trauma, anxiety, depression, and social and relational issues.
Nydia Lorraine Mendez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
Hi there, I’m Nydia! I focus on working with adult women struggling with anxiety and relationship distress. I use a compassionate approach providing a safe space where clients can experience the healing powers of grace, empathy, and validation. I believe all behavior makes sense in the larger context of emotions and attachment needs. My approach uses a combination of Emotionally Focused Therapy and Attachment Theory to understand the unmet needs our emotions try to communicate, identify relational patterns we get stuck in, and then use this information to empower clients to find new ways to get previously unmet need satisfied.
Hi there, I’m Nydia! I focus on working with adult women struggling with anxiety and relationship distress. I use a compassionate approach providing a safe space where clients can experience the healing powers of grace, empathy, and validation. I believe all behavior makes sense in the larger context of emotions and attachment needs. My approach uses a combination of Emotionally Focused Therapy and Attachment Theory to understand the unmet needs our emotions try to communicate, identify relational patterns we get stuck in, and then use this information to empower clients to find new ways to get previously unmet need satisfied.
Pat Stepler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
Pat Stepler believes healing occurs through supportive and nurturing relationships. She has provided mental health counseling in community-based, educational, and private practice settings for over 20 years. She is passionate about working with teens, families, and individuals. She successfully supports people through life transitions during adolescence, parenting, and loss. She joins with clients on their journey to healing. Her approach incorporates mindfulness, problem-solving, creative expression, and play to discover strength, increase hope, and conquer challenges.
Pat Stepler believes healing occurs through supportive and nurturing relationships. She has provided mental health counseling in community-based, educational, and private practice settings for over 20 years. She is passionate about working with teens, families, and individuals. She successfully supports people through life transitions during adolescence, parenting, and loss. She joins with clients on their journey to healing. Her approach incorporates mindfulness, problem-solving, creative expression, and play to discover strength, increase hope, and conquer challenges.
I love working with couples as well as individuals interested in hike or nature-based therapy. From our very first session you will take home practical tools for both communication and relaxation. In moments of stress, you will have less blaming ways to express what you need to keep things from escalating. For those times when you do lose your cool, you will know more about calming yourself down before saying something you regret. I'll help you learn to be kinder to yourself, to be aware of how you talk to yourself. For starters, don't believe everything you think!
I love working with couples as well as individuals interested in hike or nature-based therapy. From our very first session you will take home practical tools for both communication and relaxation. In moments of stress, you will have less blaming ways to express what you need to keep things from escalating. For those times when you do lose your cool, you will know more about calming yourself down before saying something you regret. I'll help you learn to be kinder to yourself, to be aware of how you talk to yourself. For starters, don't believe everything you think!
Yoked Marriage and Family Life
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93004
In her therapeutic role Adria enjoys equipping and empowering adults, families, and couples. The best things in life require an investment. Take the first step towards making that investment in yourself. You are worth it! I am excited to help you learn new ways to move through your past experiences, present day stressors, and heal mentally, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually.
In her therapeutic role Adria enjoys equipping and empowering adults, families, and couples. The best things in life require an investment. Take the first step towards making that investment in yourself. You are worth it! I am excited to help you learn new ways to move through your past experiences, present day stressors, and heal mentally, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually.
Monarca Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
Hey mama, life does not always go as planned. Do you feel others don't understand you? Maybe you have gone through a traumatic event, such as baby loss, TFMR, infertility, miscarriage, traumatic birth, or have had a baby in nicu. Or maybe you're having a hard time bonding with your baby, marital/ family conflict, unmet expectations or postpartum depression and/or anxiety. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place and deserve compassion, tailored support and to feel in control again. I offer a safe non judgmental space. At Monarca Therapy, I specialize in perinatal mental health. It's all about you
Hey mama, life does not always go as planned. Do you feel others don't understand you? Maybe you have gone through a traumatic event, such as baby loss, TFMR, infertility, miscarriage, traumatic birth, or have had a baby in nicu. Or maybe you're having a hard time bonding with your baby, marital/ family conflict, unmet expectations or postpartum depression and/or anxiety. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place and deserve compassion, tailored support and to feel in control again. I offer a safe non judgmental space. At Monarca Therapy, I specialize in perinatal mental health. It's all about you
Scott T Barrella
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, sbarrella
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003
Cornerstone has been in business for over 28 years - we have served over 5000 families! We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and anger management issues. New clients will learn tools and workable solutions for handling conflict. Our goal is to help you focus on your present journey and where you would like your journey to lead. We work with adults and children. At Cornerstone Counseling we treat depression, anxiety, and a wide variety of mental health challenges. Experience Counts so call 805-390-6384 today for a free consult!
Cornerstone has been in business for over 28 years - we have served over 5000 families! We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and anger management issues. New clients will learn tools and workable solutions for handling conflict. Our goal is to help you focus on your present journey and where you would like your journey to lead. We work with adults and children. At Cornerstone Counseling we treat depression, anxiety, and a wide variety of mental health challenges. Experience Counts so call 805-390-6384 today for a free consult!
Hello! I'm Heidi, and I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding. With over 14 years of experience in counseling, I've worked with individuals of all ages facing a variety of concerns. I believe that everyone has experienced something that shapes who they are today, and I'm passionate about using my own experiences to support others in achieving their goals and finding resilience. Whether you're a child, teen, or adult, I'm here to provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, overcome obstacles, and move forward with confidence.
Hello! I'm Heidi, and I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding. With over 14 years of experience in counseling, I've worked with individuals of all ages facing a variety of concerns. I believe that everyone has experienced something that shapes who they are today, and I'm passionate about using my own experiences to support others in achieving their goals and finding resilience. Whether you're a child, teen, or adult, I'm here to provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, overcome obstacles, and move forward with confidence.
Rhesa Storms
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
You might feel like you are stuck in an old pattern or at the end of your rope. You might be wondering, "How did I end up here?" You might be a parent distanced from your teen. You could be a young adult asking “Who am I?” Perhaps you are a couple who aren't sure you still like each other. I offer compassionate support and hope for young adults, adults, and couples who want something different with their lives but don't know where to start. Through gentle exploration and the opportunity to try new behaviors, you can experience growth and healing and have better, more fulfilling relationships.
You might feel like you are stuck in an old pattern or at the end of your rope. You might be wondering, "How did I end up here?" You might be a parent distanced from your teen. You could be a young adult asking “Who am I?” Perhaps you are a couple who aren't sure you still like each other. I offer compassionate support and hope for young adults, adults, and couples who want something different with their lives but don't know where to start. Through gentle exploration and the opportunity to try new behaviors, you can experience growth and healing and have better, more fulfilling relationships.
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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.