Christian Therapists in Westlake Village, CA
Adam Jelloian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
As a Christian working with people of all faith and backgrounds, I would be honored to be part of your therapeutic journey.
The weight of the world on top of your own internal struggles can feel overwhelming and simply terrifying; leaving you with stress, anxiety, depression even fear. These feelings become more present as you enter into adulthood, leading you to question your true identity and who you are called to be. The different transitions life has to offer may leave you feeling stuck, almost drowning in negative emotion. You might be crying for help on the inside, yet it becomes so difficult to express this need on the outside. Now is the time to truly get that support and guidance you've been desiring!
As a Christian working with people of all faith and backgrounds, I would be honored to be part of your therapeutic journey.
The weight of the world on top of your own internal struggles can feel overwhelming and simply terrifying; leaving you with stress, anxiety, depression even fear. These feelings become more present as you enter into adulthood, leading you to question your true identity and who you are called to be. The different transitions life has to offer may leave you feeling stuck, almost drowning in negative emotion. You might be crying for help on the inside, yet it becomes so difficult to express this need on the outside. Now is the time to truly get that support and guidance you've been desiring!
Christina Gentry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362 (Online Only)
Common couple issues include conflict, marital stress, gridlocked issues, and waning friendship and intimacy. Couple goals include strengthening friendship, increasing positive sentiment, learning how to communicate needs and problems effectively, effectively managing conflict, and developing mutual understanding between partners. Common individual issues include anxiety, trauma history, relationship distress, poor boundaries, low self-esteem, and Christian-related concerns. Common individual goals include reducing anxiety, depression, stress, and negative thoughts, increasing spiritual practices, and forming healthy boundaries.
Common couple issues include conflict, marital stress, gridlocked issues, and waning friendship and intimacy. Couple goals include strengthening friendship, increasing positive sentiment, learning how to communicate needs and problems effectively, effectively managing conflict, and developing mutual understanding between partners. Common individual issues include anxiety, trauma history, relationship distress, poor boundaries, low self-esteem, and Christian-related concerns. Common individual goals include reducing anxiety, depression, stress, and negative thoughts, increasing spiritual practices, and forming healthy boundaries.
Marie Pamela Stead
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
I am a Christian counselor with a Christ-centered approach.
There are lots of young adults tired of struggling with feelings associated around anxiety, so I offer talk therapy to help you find positive ways to reduce those negative emotions. I have helped hundreds of young adults 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 also offer Christian Counseling for couples who are struggling in their marriages due to the state of our nation.
I am a Christian counselor with a Christ-centered approach.
There are lots of young adults tired of struggling with feelings associated around anxiety, so I offer talk therapy to help you find positive ways to reduce those negative emotions. I have helped hundreds of young adults 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 also offer Christian Counseling for couples who are struggling in their marriages due to the state of our nation.
Kristina Banaitis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
I offer Christian Counseling with a Christ-centered approach. My passion is to provide biblical counseling to individuals, families, and groups struggling with a wide variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues including codependency and infidelity, bipolar disorder, and more. I also have a lot of experience working with the elderly and aging population. Through our sessions together my hope is that you will grow in your ability to focus on your identity in Christ, build relationships, walk with the Holy Spirit, and find rest, strength, and comfort during your most difficult times.
I offer Christian Counseling with a Christ-centered approach. My passion is to provide biblical counseling to individuals, families, and groups struggling with a wide variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues including codependency and infidelity, bipolar disorder, and more. I also have a lot of experience working with the elderly and aging population. Through our sessions together my hope is that you will grow in your ability to focus on your identity in Christ, build relationships, walk with the Holy Spirit, and find rest, strength, and comfort during your most difficult times.
I specialize in Christian counseling and I have a background in addictions counseling.
You deserve to feel better. I am here to help. I will listen to you and we will work together to sort through the challenges and questions you may have. My background is in addiction counseling and I like to look at the ‘whole’ person. I understand the pressures individuals and families face, especially during these times. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with adults and teens. Therapy is unique for each individual. I am well versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as looking at how our thoughts and feelings impact our behaviors. I love working with my ADHD clients and their non-ADHD spouses.
I specialize in Christian counseling and I have a background in addictions counseling.
You deserve to feel better. I am here to help. I will listen to you and we will work together to sort through the challenges and questions you may have. My background is in addiction counseling and I like to look at the ‘whole’ person. I understand the pressures individuals and families face, especially during these times. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with adults and teens. Therapy is unique for each individual. I am well versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as looking at how our thoughts and feelings impact our behaviors. I love working with my ADHD clients and their non-ADHD spouses.
Cultivating emotional health, growing vibrantly in daily life requires a harmony of being emotionally, mentally and spiritually grounded as a human being. As lovely as it sounds, this is challenging, if not altogether a daunting process for most of us. Especially with increasing depression, anxiety, life stressors and many other barriers we struggle with. How do we begin? What can be said and how do we embark on creating a healthier relationship with our true authentic self. How do we learn to connect to others and the world to nurture wellbeing? These are the questions to search out and discover. So breathe...and let's begin!
Cultivating emotional health, growing vibrantly in daily life requires a harmony of being emotionally, mentally and spiritually grounded as a human being. As lovely as it sounds, this is challenging, if not altogether a daunting process for most of us. Especially with increasing depression, anxiety, life stressors and many other barriers we struggle with. How do we begin? What can be said and how do we embark on creating a healthier relationship with our true authentic self. How do we learn to connect to others and the world to nurture wellbeing? These are the questions to search out and discover. So breathe...and let's begin!
Michelle C Gross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Does anxiety keep you awake at night? Do you worry about what you should or shouldn't eat? Do you feel guilty over your food choices and feel the need to compensate by exercise, restriction or purging? Do you like the person you see in the mirror? Together we will explore your need to focus on food choices, calories, exercise and weight. There are many reasons that contribute to your emotional struggle that have nothing to do with food or how you look in the mirror. I will help you to discover the root of your anxiety and emotional pain so that you can learn to love and accept yourself as worthwhile and perfectly imperfect.
Does anxiety keep you awake at night? Do you worry about what you should or shouldn't eat? Do you feel guilty over your food choices and feel the need to compensate by exercise, restriction or purging? Do you like the person you see in the mirror? Together we will explore your need to focus on food choices, calories, exercise and weight. There are many reasons that contribute to your emotional struggle that have nothing to do with food or how you look in the mirror. I will help you to discover the root of your anxiety and emotional pain so that you can learn to love and accept yourself as worthwhile and perfectly imperfect.
Jonathan Vera Monteverdi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Do you struggle with mental health challenges, challenges in your relationship, loss of sense of self, and/or addiction that affects your sense of fulfillment? Do you feel overwhelmed, numb, wanting more out of life, and disconnected with others and yourself? Are you concerned how your disconnection with yourself and presenting issues creates limitations in your life? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and wanting to disconnect and distract themselves from life demands and their stressors, leaving them wanting more. I believe there is hope and change that can happen in everyone no matter the struggles.
Do you struggle with mental health challenges, challenges in your relationship, loss of sense of self, and/or addiction that affects your sense of fulfillment? Do you feel overwhelmed, numb, wanting more out of life, and disconnected with others and yourself? Are you concerned how your disconnection with yourself and presenting issues creates limitations in your life? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and wanting to disconnect and distract themselves from life demands and their stressors, leaving them wanting more. I believe there is hope and change that can happen in everyone no matter the struggles.
Robert Scholz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Thanks for your interest in my practice. My clients are often high-achievers, yet struggling to stay afloat in other aspects of their life. Men and women professionals often seek out my psychotherapy and coaching services when they find themselves stuck in long-standing patterns of addictive behaviors, anxiety and depression or when faced with learning how to manage a significant change in their personal or business life. I provide an empathic ear and will also challenge you in ways to help you meet your goals. I help clients gain focus, develop options and increase the motivation needed to make meaningful, sustainable changes.
Thanks for your interest in my practice. My clients are often high-achievers, yet struggling to stay afloat in other aspects of their life. Men and women professionals often seek out my psychotherapy and coaching services when they find themselves stuck in long-standing patterns of addictive behaviors, anxiety and depression or when faced with learning how to manage a significant change in their personal or business life. I provide an empathic ear and will also challenge you in ways to help you meet your goals. I help clients gain focus, develop options and increase the motivation needed to make meaningful, sustainable changes.
Are you dealing with challenging situations? Sometimes life gets overwhelming & you may want to talk to someone who isn't a friend, coworker or family member. With my training and experience as a therapist, as well as things I've learned by being on this planet for many decades, I would like to help you find yourself and/or your way on this journey of life.
Are you dealing with challenging situations? Sometimes life gets overwhelming & you may want to talk to someone who isn't a friend, coworker or family member. With my training and experience as a therapist, as well as things I've learned by being on this planet for many decades, I would like to help you find yourself and/or your way on this journey of life.
My clients typically come to me because they are struggling with anxiety or depression and they want to work on their ability to interact with others or improve relationships, complete tasks, sleep better or feel better about themselves. I use a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions, Exposure Response Prevention, Dialectical Behavior Therapy interventions, Brainspotting and when indicated Behavioral Interventions. I work from a strengths-based perspective to find the best parts of you and/or your family and I work to build your strengths so you can grow and thrive on your own again.
My clients typically come to me because they are struggling with anxiety or depression and they want to work on their ability to interact with others or improve relationships, complete tasks, sleep better or feel better about themselves. I use a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions, Exposure Response Prevention, Dialectical Behavior Therapy interventions, Brainspotting and when indicated Behavioral Interventions. I work from a strengths-based perspective to find the best parts of you and/or your family and I work to build your strengths so you can grow and thrive on your own again.
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Cheri Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362 (Online Only)
Sometimes life's challenges and personal struggles can't be overcome alone. Friends are wonderful for support; however, they aren't always equipped to guide us to the best solutions or self fulfillment that we inherently desire. My therapeutic approach involves both long and short term therapy to uncover hidden obstacles that may be hindering personal growth or healing. Together we can find strategies and tools to build upon the strengths and abilities that, perhaps, have been buried or are yet to be discovered.
Sometimes life's challenges and personal struggles can't be overcome alone. Friends are wonderful for support; however, they aren't always equipped to guide us to the best solutions or self fulfillment that we inherently desire. My therapeutic approach involves both long and short term therapy to uncover hidden obstacles that may be hindering personal growth or healing. Together we can find strategies and tools to build upon the strengths and abilities that, perhaps, have been buried or are yet to be discovered.
Lindsay Vela
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Life can bring with it many challenges. It is at those times that we find ourselves in need of guidance and support. I have helped people work through those tough times, getting them back on the right path and helping them take control of their lives. Though it may be a difficult step to take, entering therapy can have a lasting, positive effect on your life. Sometimes things creep up all of a sudden and other times it is an issue that you've been dealing with for a long time. Either way, I am here to help.
Life can bring with it many challenges. It is at those times that we find ourselves in need of guidance and support. I have helped people work through those tough times, getting them back on the right path and helping them take control of their lives. Though it may be a difficult step to take, entering therapy can have a lasting, positive effect on your life. Sometimes things creep up all of a sudden and other times it is an issue that you've been dealing with for a long time. Either way, I am here to help.
Diana Cho
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
If you strive to make a meaningful change in your life, finding the right therapist is the first step on the journey to self-improvement. The bond between client and therapist is an agent of change in itself, as it helps the client to develop healthy connections with others. In my practice, I help my clients live more fulfilling lives by identifying their highest values and helping them overcome the obstacles that hold them back.
If you strive to make a meaningful change in your life, finding the right therapist is the first step on the journey to self-improvement. The bond between client and therapist is an agent of change in itself, as it helps the client to develop healthy connections with others. In my practice, I help my clients live more fulfilling lives by identifying their highest values and helping them overcome the obstacles that hold them back.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed often? Do you constantly feel on edge, like you have little or no control over your emotions? Maybe you aren't sure what you feel or how to move forward. Whatever it is that you are going through, therapy can provide a safe, contained, space for you to process your inner world, gain clarity and learn new ways of approaching challenges in your life.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed often? Do you constantly feel on edge, like you have little or no control over your emotions? Maybe you aren't sure what you feel or how to move forward. Whatever it is that you are going through, therapy can provide a safe, contained, space for you to process your inner world, gain clarity and learn new ways of approaching challenges in your life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Are you a teen, young adult, or millennial feeling stuck and overwhelmed in your current life situation? Maybe you feel anxious, lonely, or totally exhausted from trying to be perfect all the time. Or maybe you're stressed due to a recent life change like experiencing a breakup, applying to or starting college, moving to a new town, entering a new job, planning a wedding, or starting a family. No matter what you're going through, you're not alone and there is hope for you!
Are you a teen, young adult, or millennial feeling stuck and overwhelmed in your current life situation? Maybe you feel anxious, lonely, or totally exhausted from trying to be perfect all the time. Or maybe you're stressed due to a recent life change like experiencing a breakup, applying to or starting college, moving to a new town, entering a new job, planning a wedding, or starting a family. No matter what you're going through, you're not alone and there is hope for you!
Kelly Barreca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91361 (Online Only)
As an associate marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized support to adult children who are caregivers to individuals with dementia and parents of children, teens, and young adults with different abilities. I also work with school-aged children dealing with anxiety. With a person-centered approach at the core of my practice, I strive to create a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their emotions, navigate challenges, and find healing.
As an associate marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized support to adult children who are caregivers to individuals with dementia and parents of children, teens, and young adults with different abilities. I also work with school-aged children dealing with anxiety. With a person-centered approach at the core of my practice, I strive to create a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their emotions, navigate challenges, and find healing.
David Wadman LMFT, LPCC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
If you are searching for help with finding the right dating relationship, reducing the conflicts and disagreements in your current relationship, or recovering from the recent end of a relationship hoping for another, then I can guide you through this season and assist you in creating a plan to be in the kind of healthy and thriving relationship you desire! I am passionate about seeing people in successful romantic partnerships and I lead individuals and couples toward more effective ways to find and sustain a lasting relationship as well as communicate with compassion and resolve conflict in a respectful, constructive manner.
If you are searching for help with finding the right dating relationship, reducing the conflicts and disagreements in your current relationship, or recovering from the recent end of a relationship hoping for another, then I can guide you through this season and assist you in creating a plan to be in the kind of healthy and thriving relationship you desire! I am passionate about seeing people in successful romantic partnerships and I lead individuals and couples toward more effective ways to find and sustain a lasting relationship as well as communicate with compassion and resolve conflict in a respectful, constructive manner.
Suzanne Perry
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Have you tried dealing with things on your own but need to reach out to a professional for yourself, your relationship, your child, or your family? You don't have to do this alone. If you are ready to change and improve your life, together we can gain insight into how your lived experiences are affecting your life, and help you find tools to help you build resilience and coping skills, while enhancing your well-being, in a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space.
Have you tried dealing with things on your own but need to reach out to a professional for yourself, your relationship, your child, or your family? You don't have to do this alone. If you are ready to change and improve your life, together we can gain insight into how your lived experiences are affecting your life, and help you find tools to help you build resilience and coping skills, while enhancing your well-being, in a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space.
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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.