Christian Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA
Makenna Robery (Clements)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
With a Christian background, I am open to integrating faith into our sessions if that aligns with your values and preferences.
I primarily work with young adults navigating eating disorders, anxiety, major life transitions (college, new parenthood), and relationship difficulties. My approach integrates elements of psychodynamic/relational therapy, a dose of humor, along with practical skills and tools to help you cope more effectively and tackle unwanted behaviors.
With a Christian background, I am open to integrating faith into our sessions if that aligns with your values and preferences.
I primarily work with young adults navigating eating disorders, anxiety, major life transitions (college, new parenthood), and relationship difficulties. My approach integrates elements of psychodynamic/relational therapy, a dose of humor, along with practical skills and tools to help you cope more effectively and tackle unwanted behaviors.
Kathleen Mazolewski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Also, if you embrace a Catholic Christian identity, I would love to address your issues from a Faith perspective.
What is it that causes you so much pain? Frequently our mental health is directly related to unresolved past hurts and traumas. These struggles can be from childhood and our family of origin, or perhaps they show up in the form of shame from choices we have made or choices other's have made against us. I encourage you to begin the work to overcome your negative experiences. Seek counseling if you want support and direction in gaining a positive perspective, want insight into managing difficult circumstances, or want to improve your communication or conflict resolution skills. You deserve to find fulfillment and joy.
Also, if you embrace a Catholic Christian identity, I would love to address your issues from a Faith perspective.
What is it that causes you so much pain? Frequently our mental health is directly related to unresolved past hurts and traumas. These struggles can be from childhood and our family of origin, or perhaps they show up in the form of shame from choices we have made or choices other's have made against us. I encourage you to begin the work to overcome your negative experiences. Seek counseling if you want support and direction in gaining a positive perspective, want insight into managing difficult circumstances, or want to improve your communication or conflict resolution skills. You deserve to find fulfillment and joy.
I focus on building trusted relationships with my clients and establishing a space where they can be seen, heard, known and understood. My approach to therapy is anchored in the notion that the main drive in the human personality is to seek genuine love and acceptance. This can be found in the therapist-client relationship and is ultimately found in the radical idea that every person is a beloved child of God. I work with people of all faith/non-faith backgrounds but I am passionate about integrating theology and psychology in therapy as I draw upon my extensive training in Christian theology, spirituality and pastoral ministry.
I focus on building trusted relationships with my clients and establishing a space where they can be seen, heard, known and understood. My approach to therapy is anchored in the notion that the main drive in the human personality is to seek genuine love and acceptance. This can be found in the therapist-client relationship and is ultimately found in the radical idea that every person is a beloved child of God. I work with people of all faith/non-faith backgrounds but I am passionate about integrating theology and psychology in therapy as I draw upon my extensive training in Christian theology, spirituality and pastoral ministry.
I am also a Catholic Christian Therapist, and upon your request, I can integrate spiritual support into our work.
Deciding to pursue psychotherapy is an important and personal decision. There are various reasons for which someone may pursue psychotherapy, whether it is to cope with current life stressors or to seek support in managing ongoing concerns. Regardless of your reason for pursuing therapy, you should not feel alone in the process and I look forward to working with you on meeting your goals. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, young adults, and mothers (focusing on maternal mental health) using an integrative approach and tailoring my work to each person's unique story.
I am also a Catholic Christian Therapist, and upon your request, I can integrate spiritual support into our work.
Deciding to pursue psychotherapy is an important and personal decision. There are various reasons for which someone may pursue psychotherapy, whether it is to cope with current life stressors or to seek support in managing ongoing concerns. Regardless of your reason for pursuing therapy, you should not feel alone in the process and I look forward to working with you on meeting your goals. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, young adults, and mothers (focusing on maternal mental health) using an integrative approach and tailoring my work to each person's unique story.
I am also a facilitator of the Journey-To-Intimacy class and I have served in Christian churches for over 23 years, preaching and counseling people from age 5 to 95.
Being a first generation Chinese-American immigrant, I am fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, and I have passion, experience, and unique cultural understanding in resolving marriage and parenting issues. If you are considering filing for divorce or are wondering whether your marriage was the right choice, it is time to seek help. I will help you reevaluate your marriage, clarify your problems, release you from the constant quarreling wars, and guide you along the path of reconstruction and healing.
I am also a facilitator of the Journey-To-Intimacy class and I have served in Christian churches for over 23 years, preaching and counseling people from age 5 to 95.
Being a first generation Chinese-American immigrant, I am fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, and I have passion, experience, and unique cultural understanding in resolving marriage and parenting issues. If you are considering filing for divorce or are wondering whether your marriage was the right choice, it is time to seek help. I will help you reevaluate your marriage, clarify your problems, release you from the constant quarreling wars, and guide you along the path of reconstruction and healing.
Denise Olson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (Online Only)
For those desiring an integration of faith with their work, I am trained in a number of Christian-based treatments that help in navigating your Christian walk and faith while looking at psychological impacts in your life.
My desire is for you to see true change and movement from the things that are holding you back whether depression, anxiety, fear, stress, grief, emotional disconnect, spiritual confusion, or relationship difficulties. I use a variety of psych. techniques tailored specifically for you and your situation. I have extensive training in EMDR, Brain Spotting, and ImTT (Image Transformation Therapy). These treatments provide a way to move you forward in a gentle way. They are also highly effective in helping to gain freedom from deeply ingrained negative beliefs and life experiences that are limiting you..
For those desiring an integration of faith with their work, I am trained in a number of Christian-based treatments that help in navigating your Christian walk and faith while looking at psychological impacts in your life.
My desire is for you to see true change and movement from the things that are holding you back whether depression, anxiety, fear, stress, grief, emotional disconnect, spiritual confusion, or relationship difficulties. I use a variety of psych. techniques tailored specifically for you and your situation. I have extensive training in EMDR, Brain Spotting, and ImTT (Image Transformation Therapy). These treatments provide a way to move you forward in a gentle way. They are also highly effective in helping to gain freedom from deeply ingrained negative beliefs and life experiences that are limiting you..
Brian La Roy Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
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Are you tired of feeling rejected, lonely, confused, anxious, depressed, or just plain stuck? If so, then I can show you how you can experience feeling connected, peaceful, empowered, energized, and feeling good. I'm not in the “symptom reduction” business – like most therapists. Whether you're a teen, adult, or couple, my focus is helping clients just like you experience MORE. Picture experiencing not just less of something but more...hope, love, self-control, happiness, fulfillment, freedom, confidence, affection, compassion, trust, acceptance, validation, and feeling understood.
Are you tired of feeling rejected, lonely, confused, anxious, depressed, or just plain stuck? If so, then I can show you how you can experience feeling connected, peaceful, empowered, energized, and feeling good. I'm not in the “symptom reduction” business – like most therapists. Whether you're a teen, adult, or couple, my focus is helping clients just like you experience MORE. Picture experiencing not just less of something but more...hope, love, self-control, happiness, fulfillment, freedom, confidence, affection, compassion, trust, acceptance, validation, and feeling understood.
Anna Sasser-Christian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
I focus in Early Childhood Needs, Adoption/Adoptee Experiences, and Parent Support Needs. Children are not mini-adults, despite their best efforts to convince us otherwise! Children are ever-changing, efficiently growing into their next phase of development every-single-day. Imagine, tripling in size and skills in just a year! To make things more complicated, children learn, grow, and communicate through play. No wonder it can be hard to fully know how to help our children through life's surprises. Throw in curve balls like significant life experiences of adoption, divorce, or a pandemic, and we've got a puzzle!
I focus in Early Childhood Needs, Adoption/Adoptee Experiences, and Parent Support Needs. Children are not mini-adults, despite their best efforts to convince us otherwise! Children are ever-changing, efficiently growing into their next phase of development every-single-day. Imagine, tripling in size and skills in just a year! To make things more complicated, children learn, grow, and communicate through play. No wonder it can be hard to fully know how to help our children through life's surprises. Throw in curve balls like significant life experiences of adoption, divorce, or a pandemic, and we've got a puzzle!
I have dedicated over 30 years to provide an avenue for healing to survivors of trauma. As an integrative therapist I am not restricted to a particular methodology or school of thought. Instead, I can draw on different methodologies and treatment modalities. I am a therapist who gets to the heart of the matter quickly. I can assist you in finding a higher level of inner peace. In this therapeutic relationship, you are nurtured while dealing with challenges, and together, we will explore practical solutions and strategies for your journey.
I have dedicated over 30 years to provide an avenue for healing to survivors of trauma. As an integrative therapist I am not restricted to a particular methodology or school of thought. Instead, I can draw on different methodologies and treatment modalities. I am a therapist who gets to the heart of the matter quickly. I can assist you in finding a higher level of inner peace. In this therapeutic relationship, you are nurtured while dealing with challenges, and together, we will explore practical solutions and strategies for your journey.
Alanna Epps
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Hello! My name is Alanna, and I’m an AMFT. I’m honored to be considered as a companion on your journey! I love working with all people, especially with adolescents and young adults. I work from a client-centered, culturally sensitive strengths based approach. I specialize in supporting clients who come with anxiety, depression, self esteem, communication, identity and inner strength building issues.
Hello! My name is Alanna, and I’m an AMFT. I’m honored to be considered as a companion on your journey! I love working with all people, especially with adolescents and young adults. I work from a client-centered, culturally sensitive strengths based approach. I specialize in supporting clients who come with anxiety, depression, self esteem, communication, identity and inner strength building issues.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. Welcome to my profile. Many of the clients I've worked with have experienced a sense of feeling stuck in some area of their life whether it's in their relationships with themselves or with others. They desire for their life to look different, but are at a loss of how to create the change they're longing for and only end up feeling anxious, depressed, or attempting to fill the void or distract from the feelings of overwhelm that a different way of life is possible.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. Welcome to my profile. Many of the clients I've worked with have experienced a sense of feeling stuck in some area of their life whether it's in their relationships with themselves or with others. They desire for their life to look different, but are at a loss of how to create the change they're longing for and only end up feeling anxious, depressed, or attempting to fill the void or distract from the feelings of overwhelm that a different way of life is possible.
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Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
Do you find life to be draining at times? Waking up angry or anxious with no clear reason why? Experiencing the many stressors of life can become exhausting when you don’t have proper support. I can help provide deeper support that will encourage you to expand your capacity and learn to cope via healthy strategies that we come up with together.
Do you find life to be draining at times? Waking up angry or anxious with no clear reason why? Experiencing the many stressors of life can become exhausting when you don’t have proper support. I can help provide deeper support that will encourage you to expand your capacity and learn to cope via healthy strategies that we come up with together.
Danielle Horne
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
Not feeling seen or heard? Broken trust? Always there for others and not experiencing reciprocation. Feeling lost and want to get back to center. Childhood trauma, relationship trauma? Maybe you’re ready to move toward a fresh start and experience freedom from emotional bondage. Learn how to care for yourself, create healthy boundaries, and feel connected.
Not feeling seen or heard? Broken trust? Always there for others and not experiencing reciprocation. Feeling lost and want to get back to center. Childhood trauma, relationship trauma? Maybe you’re ready to move toward a fresh start and experience freedom from emotional bondage. Learn how to care for yourself, create healthy boundaries, and feel connected.
Jillian Perry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Motherhood can bring levels of joy you never thought possible. It can also be overwhelming, lonely, or overstimulating. Living in the ups and downs seems to be a daily, even momentary, experience. Some of the emotions and thoughts you are navigating during pregnancy and postpartum were not in the books or articles about what to expect during this time. Your identity is shifting from who you once were to who you are now becoming. Every mama could use support while navigating this transformative and transitional season.
Motherhood can bring levels of joy you never thought possible. It can also be overwhelming, lonely, or overstimulating. Living in the ups and downs seems to be a daily, even momentary, experience. Some of the emotions and thoughts you are navigating during pregnancy and postpartum were not in the books or articles about what to expect during this time. Your identity is shifting from who you once were to who you are now becoming. Every mama could use support while navigating this transformative and transitional season.
Jean Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist who also has a certificate as an empowerment life coach. My life coach certificate is from the Empowerment Institute, Rhinebeck, New York. I received my Master of Science degree in Social Work from Columbia University's School of Social Work. The impact of trauma and discrimination in ones life experience is explored during the treatment process. I have had significant success in working with women (and men) who are living with anxiety and/or depressive symptoms.
I am a psychotherapist who also has a certificate as an empowerment life coach. My life coach certificate is from the Empowerment Institute, Rhinebeck, New York. I received my Master of Science degree in Social Work from Columbia University's School of Social Work. The impact of trauma and discrimination in ones life experience is explored during the treatment process. I have had significant success in working with women (and men) who are living with anxiety and/or depressive symptoms.
Patty Shirley - East Bay Christian Counseling And Neurotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CATC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Neurofeedback, is utilizing your brain’s own God-given ability to re-regulate itself to a more stable / productive brain wave pattern by providing it feedback through audible and visual cues. It is like playing a video game using only your brain and no controller. Electrodes record the brain's activity, training your brain to learn new things, reinforcing better patterns and reactions. It is non-invasive, with no drugs or medications. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? In-Person, Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individuals, couples, families and groups.
Neurofeedback, is utilizing your brain’s own God-given ability to re-regulate itself to a more stable / productive brain wave pattern by providing it feedback through audible and visual cues. It is like playing a video game using only your brain and no controller. Electrodes record the brain's activity, training your brain to learn new things, reinforcing better patterns and reactions. It is non-invasive, with no drugs or medications. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? In-Person, Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individuals, couples, families and groups.
Adam Luke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
Mary Ann Dawkins-Padigela
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
Having trouble navigating through life? Hitting roadblocks within different relationships? Do you have doubt about your identity and worth? I am available to provide a safe, open space in which we can work collaboratively to support you in your journey of healing. I have a background of working with youth and children dealing with depression, anxiety and the throws of life. Personally I identify as a cis-female, Black and Filipina, heterosexual therapist. I have personally experienced prenatal loss/ stillbirth. I also have a background as a former LEO as well as military veteran for almost a decade.
Having trouble navigating through life? Hitting roadblocks within different relationships? Do you have doubt about your identity and worth? I am available to provide a safe, open space in which we can work collaboratively to support you in your journey of healing. I have a background of working with youth and children dealing with depression, anxiety and the throws of life. Personally I identify as a cis-female, Black and Filipina, heterosexual therapist. I have personally experienced prenatal loss/ stillbirth. I also have a background as a former LEO as well as military veteran for almost a decade.
Ginny Mosby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
When your relationship has been disrupted because of compulsive sexual behaviors, the betrayal can undermine the entire foundation of your life together. You both may be wondering whether your relationship can survive this trauma of infidelity. You might be wondering if you even want to try to repair it. You may feel hurt, angry, scared, and hopeless. If this describes your situation, there is help and hope for your healing. I am an experienced Certified Partner Trauma Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and will walk with you on your journey of healing.
When your relationship has been disrupted because of compulsive sexual behaviors, the betrayal can undermine the entire foundation of your life together. You both may be wondering whether your relationship can survive this trauma of infidelity. You might be wondering if you even want to try to repair it. You may feel hurt, angry, scared, and hopeless. If this describes your situation, there is help and hope for your healing. I am an experienced Certified Partner Trauma Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and will walk with you on your journey of healing.
Daley Wellness Group | Dr. Luz Daley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
We practice from an integrated approach to wellness. We combine psychology with hypnotherapy, dreamwork and spirituality. The goal is to tap into the wisdom and healing powers that reside just below conscious awareness. The emergence of self-compassion, self-love and forgiveness builds the foundation that supports transformational healing. We trust each person is the expert in their own life and each person holds the answer they are seeking. Our role is to help those with whom we work to uncover the wisdom and resources they possess.
We practice from an integrated approach to wellness. We combine psychology with hypnotherapy, dreamwork and spirituality. The goal is to tap into the wisdom and healing powers that reside just below conscious awareness. The emergence of self-compassion, self-love and forgiveness builds the foundation that supports transformational healing. We trust each person is the expert in their own life and each person holds the answer they are seeking. Our role is to help those with whom we work to uncover the wisdom and resources they possess.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I 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.