Christian Therapists in Falls Church, VA
Raised with Christian values and as a parent of six, I bring a unique blend of empathy and insight to our sessions.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship difficulties? Imagine overcoming these challenges with a thoughtful and transformative approach. My therapy combines principles of personal responsibility and purposeful living, offering a path to healing grounded in proven philosophies. Supported by advanced education and extensive experience, I provide a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help you regain control, find balance, and achieve lasting relief. Together, we will navigate your struggles and work towards a more fulfilling life.
Raised with Christian values and as a parent of six, I bring a unique blend of empathy and insight to our sessions.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship difficulties? Imagine overcoming these challenges with a thoughtful and transformative approach. My therapy combines principles of personal responsibility and purposeful living, offering a path to healing grounded in proven philosophies. Supported by advanced education and extensive experience, I provide a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help you regain control, find balance, and achieve lasting relief. Together, we will navigate your struggles and work towards a more fulfilling life.
In my counseling training, I learned to integrate the contemporary psychology model with Catholic/ Christian anthropology and theology.
Are you struggling emotionally? Are you making transitions in life? Are you experiencing difficulties in your marriage? I offer a compassionate listening ear and utilize proven methodologies to assist you in healing wounds from the past, reshaping present patterns and relationships, and allowing you to discover that healing is possible. I believe that each individual has inherent dignity and value because they are created by God out of love and made in His image; therefore, all mental health issues must be approached with compassion, empathy, and respect for the inherent dignity of each person.
In my counseling training, I learned to integrate the contemporary psychology model with Catholic/ Christian anthropology and theology.
Are you struggling emotionally? Are you making transitions in life? Are you experiencing difficulties in your marriage? I offer a compassionate listening ear and utilize proven methodologies to assist you in healing wounds from the past, reshaping present patterns and relationships, and allowing you to discover that healing is possible. I believe that each individual has inherent dignity and value because they are created by God out of love and made in His image; therefore, all mental health issues must be approached with compassion, empathy, and respect for the inherent dignity of each person.
Hello! I have been a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist for 15 years. I specialize in working with issues like anger management, anxiety, depression, coping skills, and stress. I’ve worked with the general population, as well as specific groups such as veterans and those with severe mental illnesses. I use evidence-based techniques and incorporate Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, and more. Whether you’re grappling with the consequences of the pandemic, ever-present psychosocial stressors, or unresolved issues of the past, therapy can help.
Hello! I have been a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist for 15 years. I specialize in working with issues like anger management, anxiety, depression, coping skills, and stress. I’ve worked with the general population, as well as specific groups such as veterans and those with severe mental illnesses. I use evidence-based techniques and incorporate Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, and more. Whether you’re grappling with the consequences of the pandemic, ever-present psychosocial stressors, or unresolved issues of the past, therapy can help.
David Steele
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22042
Waitlist for new clients
PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. For those who seek to know and understand themselves better; for those who find themselves asking, "Why do I do what I do?" I am trained as a systemic thinker - assisting clients to identify the root causes of current struggles in thinking and behaving, then partner with clients to work toward a restorative, healing experience within the context of a warm, compassionate, therapeutic relationship. I can provide services from a Christian perspective, helping clients pursue God’s intention for a full, abundant life.
PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. For those who seek to know and understand themselves better; for those who find themselves asking, "Why do I do what I do?" I am trained as a systemic thinker - assisting clients to identify the root causes of current struggles in thinking and behaving, then partner with clients to work toward a restorative, healing experience within the context of a warm, compassionate, therapeutic relationship. I can provide services from a Christian perspective, helping clients pursue God’s intention for a full, abundant life.
She is a Christian and supports each client’s religious foundation and is comfortable in allowing it to be part of therapy.
Janice is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Career Counselor. She is certified in trauma treatment and trained in EMDR She works with post-traumatic issues of sexual/physical abuse and with adult children who grew up in homes where mental/physical illness and/or substance abuse was present Over the past 10 years, she also has provided career development services to individuals and groups as well as employees from private and corporate businesses, associations, and government agencies.
She is affectionately know as the “Resume Queen” because of her keen ability to enhance resumes, showcasing each client's distinctive strengths.
She is a Christian and supports each client’s religious foundation and is comfortable in allowing it to be part of therapy.
Janice is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Career Counselor. She is certified in trauma treatment and trained in EMDR She works with post-traumatic issues of sexual/physical abuse and with adult children who grew up in homes where mental/physical illness and/or substance abuse was present Over the past 10 years, she also has provided career development services to individuals and groups as well as employees from private and corporate businesses, associations, and government agencies.
She is affectionately know as the “Resume Queen” because of her keen ability to enhance resumes, showcasing each client's distinctive strengths.
The story you've been living may be one of pain, suffering, and loneliness. There may be regrets, shame, and wondering where God has been in all the mess. You might even feel like giving up. At 43, I found myself in the middle of such a story, burning out of a career I thought I'd retire from. What changed? I slowly discovered that I could write a new story. Your story, like mine, is not yet fully written. By learning to tell your past and current story more truly, you can begin to imagine a future where a new story can emerge.
The story you've been living may be one of pain, suffering, and loneliness. There may be regrets, shame, and wondering where God has been in all the mess. You might even feel like giving up. At 43, I found myself in the middle of such a story, burning out of a career I thought I'd retire from. What changed? I slowly discovered that I could write a new story. Your story, like mine, is not yet fully written. By learning to tell your past and current story more truly, you can begin to imagine a future where a new story can emerge.
Alexis Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22044 (Online Only)
You may be struggling to keep up with life’s lows without experiencing little to none of life’s highs. While we all experience life differently, our mental health and wellness plays an important part to overcoming barriers and living a life worthwhile. I suggest when a person learns more about themselves and what they truly want and need out of life, it enhances their overall wellness and their ability to navigate and thrive in life. As your therapist, I will assist you to define your wants & needs based on your values, learn more about yourself, & ways to accomplish your goals by living intentionally.
You may be struggling to keep up with life’s lows without experiencing little to none of life’s highs. While we all experience life differently, our mental health and wellness plays an important part to overcoming barriers and living a life worthwhile. I suggest when a person learns more about themselves and what they truly want and need out of life, it enhances their overall wellness and their ability to navigate and thrive in life. As your therapist, I will assist you to define your wants & needs based on your values, learn more about yourself, & ways to accomplish your goals by living intentionally.
As a psychotherapist, my goal is to create a space in which each client feels authentically seen, known, and supported. I use an integrated, culturally sensitive approach to therapy in order to help clients grow in self-awareness, pursue healing, and realize lasting change.
As a psychotherapist, my goal is to create a space in which each client feels authentically seen, known, and supported. I use an integrated, culturally sensitive approach to therapy in order to help clients grow in self-awareness, pursue healing, and realize lasting change.
Garret Holley
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, QMHP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22042
When you become aware of yourself feeling anxious, depressed, or alone - you may wonder to yourself, how can I change or is change even possible for me? I believe that change happens within the context of being in connection with others; a felt sense of safety being the key component to be your most authentic self. I see clients who are wanting to grow in curiosity of their story, expand their awareness of themselves in and out of relationships, explore learning how to sit with unprocessed emotions, and build skills to be present with self and others.
When you become aware of yourself feeling anxious, depressed, or alone - you may wonder to yourself, how can I change or is change even possible for me? I believe that change happens within the context of being in connection with others; a felt sense of safety being the key component to be your most authentic self. I see clients who are wanting to grow in curiosity of their story, expand their awareness of themselves in and out of relationships, explore learning how to sit with unprocessed emotions, and build skills to be present with self and others.
Patrick A Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22041 (Online Only)
Evening Openings! I specialize in helping parents, adults, teens, and their families lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. If you, feel like you are at wits end and are not sure what to do or your son, or another male in your life is struggling with social skills, ADHD, anger, anxiety, school or work stress, and/or depression, I can help. I also specialize in families including those living the expatriate lifestyle raising third culture children. I work to help families develop the necessary resilience and support to manage transitions and challenges. Currently, I am working with Foreign Service Families posted to U.S. Embassies.
Evening Openings! I specialize in helping parents, adults, teens, and their families lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. If you, feel like you are at wits end and are not sure what to do or your son, or another male in your life is struggling with social skills, ADHD, anger, anxiety, school or work stress, and/or depression, I can help. I also specialize in families including those living the expatriate lifestyle raising third culture children. I work to help families develop the necessary resilience and support to manage transitions and challenges. Currently, I am working with Foreign Service Families posted to U.S. Embassies.
Jean Bustamante
Pre-Licensed Professional, QMHP-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22042
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults and military family members who struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, personal growth, and relationship issues.
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults and military family members who struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, personal growth, and relationship issues.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT-R, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22046
We help couples build person-to-person, heart-to-heart, soul-to-soul connections. We all long to be seen, heard, understood, held, and cherished by our precious person. Being in secure connection often conflicts with how life has shaped us. For many of us, relationship experiences have included bumps in the road, needs have been missed, wounds have developed, protections have grown, trust has been broken, limited beliefs have emerged, and parts of us have been hidden away. We help couples explore how life has influenced their interactions and then find lasting ways to heal, connect, repair, meet unmet needs, and build security.
We help couples build person-to-person, heart-to-heart, soul-to-soul connections. We all long to be seen, heard, understood, held, and cherished by our precious person. Being in secure connection often conflicts with how life has shaped us. For many of us, relationship experiences have included bumps in the road, needs have been missed, wounds have developed, protections have grown, trust has been broken, limited beliefs have emerged, and parts of us have been hidden away. We help couples explore how life has influenced their interactions and then find lasting ways to heal, connect, repair, meet unmet needs, and build security.
Lici A. Mercado
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22040 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Nobody exists in a vacuum. Although life can be isolating, you don’t have to do it alone. In a time of DIY and instant gratification, I propose connection, collaboration, creativity, and courage in the therapeutic process. Like you, I’m human! I’m a woman, a wife, a mother, an immigrant, a person of faith, a therapist. While I believe everyone is doing their best, I honor and foster a desire for healthy change. For that, I utilize evidence-based approaches to draw on purpose and encourage self-efficacy. I invite and treasure honest feedback, and use the present moment to nourish insight-provoking reflection, and a path for thriving.
Nobody exists in a vacuum. Although life can be isolating, you don’t have to do it alone. In a time of DIY and instant gratification, I propose connection, collaboration, creativity, and courage in the therapeutic process. Like you, I’m human! I’m a woman, a wife, a mother, an immigrant, a person of faith, a therapist. While I believe everyone is doing their best, I honor and foster a desire for healthy change. For that, I utilize evidence-based approaches to draw on purpose and encourage self-efficacy. I invite and treasure honest feedback, and use the present moment to nourish insight-provoking reflection, and a path for thriving.
I believe in telling you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear. Honesty is a cornerstone of my approach. My background in the legal field taught me the importance of evidence-based perspectives, and I bring this skill to my therapy work to help clients clearly see the realities in their lives, whether positive or challenging. I speak English and Spanish fluentIy. I have 10 years of experience providing mental health services to adults, children, youth and families. I have worked with immigrant families helping them navigate the nuances of family reunifications.
I believe in telling you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear. Honesty is a cornerstone of my approach. My background in the legal field taught me the importance of evidence-based perspectives, and I bring this skill to my therapy work to help clients clearly see the realities in their lives, whether positive or challenging. I speak English and Spanish fluentIy. I have 10 years of experience providing mental health services to adults, children, youth and families. I have worked with immigrant families helping them navigate the nuances of family reunifications.
Lindsay Kelly Downs
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCPAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22047
Georges Braque stated “Art is a wound turned to light.” I find healing is based on a core foundation of trust, compassion, and a willingness to embrace growth. What we create offers perspectives about our pain and wounds, the invisible and visible kinds, in ways we may not have seen. My endeavor is to guide and support you in expressing and rekindling the relationship between yourself and others in the midst of hurt. The stories shared may not be easy to tell. Even when words are not enough, there’s meaning in expressing what matters to you.
Georges Braque stated “Art is a wound turned to light.” I find healing is based on a core foundation of trust, compassion, and a willingness to embrace growth. What we create offers perspectives about our pain and wounds, the invisible and visible kinds, in ways we may not have seen. My endeavor is to guide and support you in expressing and rekindling the relationship between yourself and others in the midst of hurt. The stories shared may not be easy to tell. Even when words are not enough, there’s meaning in expressing what matters to you.
Rosemary Via
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, PCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22042 (Online Only)
Are you feeling alone or inadequate on this planet of 8 billion humans? Craving love but there's never enough? Are you longing for connection but feeling exhausted by it at the same time? Comparing yourself to the beautiful and "successful" people at work or in the media and falling short? Tired of not being enough? Ugh! I hear you and I get it. Your brain (and mine at times) is a bully tearing you down. It tells you to withdraw from people and stay safe with your pet or porn. But the answer isn't withdrawing or escaping. It all comes back to the relationships you have with yourself and others.
Are you feeling alone or inadequate on this planet of 8 billion humans? Craving love but there's never enough? Are you longing for connection but feeling exhausted by it at the same time? Comparing yourself to the beautiful and "successful" people at work or in the media and falling short? Tired of not being enough? Ugh! I hear you and I get it. Your brain (and mine at times) is a bully tearing you down. It tells you to withdraw from people and stay safe with your pet or porn. But the answer isn't withdrawing or escaping. It all comes back to the relationships you have with yourself and others.
Jesenia Alonso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22041
Taking the first step to ask for help can be difficult, but you are here today, so give yourself credit. Do you struggle to find the motivation to get out of bed, complete your schoolwork, or even go to work? Have you stopped enjoying activities you used to love? Have you experienced or witnessed a traumatic event? If any of this sounds familiar, let's work together to improve your coping skills and begin the healing process. My goal is to support you as you enhance your self-awareness and foster personal growth.
Taking the first step to ask for help can be difficult, but you are here today, so give yourself credit. Do you struggle to find the motivation to get out of bed, complete your schoolwork, or even go to work? Have you stopped enjoying activities you used to love? Have you experienced or witnessed a traumatic event? If any of this sounds familiar, let's work together to improve your coping skills and begin the healing process. My goal is to support you as you enhance your self-awareness and foster personal growth.
Sarah McClerren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
Counselors have the unique opportunity to facilitate healing and change through their relationships with others. I believe that the seeds of change are first planted through safe relationships where one can be open and honest without judgement. Creating a supportive environment for my clients to process and grow is what I love most about therapy. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults on a variety of mental health issues, including mood disorders, behavioral disorders, trauma, and relationship problems. It would be an honor and a privilege to walk with you on your journey.
Counselors have the unique opportunity to facilitate healing and change through their relationships with others. I believe that the seeds of change are first planted through safe relationships where one can be open and honest without judgement. Creating a supportive environment for my clients to process and grow is what I love most about therapy. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults on a variety of mental health issues, including mood disorders, behavioral disorders, trauma, and relationship problems. It would be an honor and a privilege to walk with you on your journey.
The word trauma means “wound” and so many of life's experiences can leave us feeling hurt, isolated, and confused. Everyone needs help from time to time, to heal from past experiences, navigate important life decisions, and learn how to cope with whatever circumstances they are dealt. I believe in a collaborative and creative therapeutic process that utilizes a variety of modalities to suit the needs of my clients. I also use expressive arts techniques to harness the healing power of creativity and self-expression.
The word trauma means “wound” and so many of life's experiences can leave us feeling hurt, isolated, and confused. Everyone needs help from time to time, to heal from past experiences, navigate important life decisions, and learn how to cope with whatever circumstances they are dealt. I believe in a collaborative and creative therapeutic process that utilizes a variety of modalities to suit the needs of my clients. I also use expressive arts techniques to harness the healing power of creativity and self-expression.
I am a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and Resident in Counseling, working towards becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. I earned in MA in Art Therapy from The George Washington University and my BA in Psychology from Georgia State University. I have spent the past several years working with students in the public schools, specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodiversity, sensory processing concerns and supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. I love working with youth to better understand their thoughts and feelings and believe in the power of art therapy to foster healing, transformation, and wellness.
I am a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and Resident in Counseling, working towards becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. I earned in MA in Art Therapy from The George Washington University and my BA in Psychology from Georgia State University. I have spent the past several years working with students in the public schools, specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodiversity, sensory processing concerns and supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. I love working with youth to better understand their thoughts and feelings and believe in the power of art therapy to foster healing, transformation, and wellness.
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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.