Christian Therapists in Ave Maria, FL
Laura Tanczos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ave Maria, FL 34142 (Online Only)
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I am licensed to provide therapy for adults who are experiencing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, self esteem and relationship problems.
I am licensed to provide therapy for adults who are experiencing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, self esteem and relationship problems.
It’s a long held belief of mine that nearly everyone, can benefit from counseling. Being able to talk with someone who is unbiased, nonjudgmental, and supportive can be so beneficial. In my practice I strive to help people reach their potential, accomplish their goals, and live their most authentic, best life.
It’s a long held belief of mine that nearly everyone, can benefit from counseling. Being able to talk with someone who is unbiased, nonjudgmental, and supportive can be so beneficial. In my practice I strive to help people reach their potential, accomplish their goals, and live their most authentic, best life.
What keeps you up at night? What keeps you from being successful? Bernadette specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, panic, phobias, and more. Her expertise allow her to provide evidence-based treatments addressing underlying causes to promote long-term recovery.
What keeps you up at night? What keeps you from being successful? Bernadette specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, panic, phobias, and more. Her expertise allow her to provide evidence-based treatments addressing underlying causes to promote long-term recovery.
Dawn Costanzo
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ave Maria, FL 34142 (Online Only)
Curiosity and reverence. This is how I approach my clients and how I invite you to approach your own life story. Awareness and self-understanding are foundational to healing and growth, so I provide education and encouragement as we start our journey together to process your life experiences. You will begin to experience a decrease of self-judgement, negative beliefs and harmful habits and an increase in positive relationships, trust, and joy.
Curiosity and reverence. This is how I approach my clients and how I invite you to approach your own life story. Awareness and self-understanding are foundational to healing and growth, so I provide education and encouragement as we start our journey together to process your life experiences. You will begin to experience a decrease of self-judgement, negative beliefs and harmful habits and an increase in positive relationships, trust, and joy.
Licensed Mental Health Therapist counseling, marriages, families, individuals Richard Gonzalez graduated with a Master in Clinical Social Work from Florida Gulf Coast University. Richard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Before his studies at FGCU, He was in the rental business and felt that He was in his calling when He did volunteer work helping people in the US and abroad. After much thought and consulting with family and friends, Richard decided He wanted to work more hands on helping hurting people through counseling. His philosophy is ultimately to make a difference in the world by helping hurting people.
Licensed Mental Health Therapist counseling, marriages, families, individuals Richard Gonzalez graduated with a Master in Clinical Social Work from Florida Gulf Coast University. Richard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Before his studies at FGCU, He was in the rental business and felt that He was in his calling when He did volunteer work helping people in the US and abroad. After much thought and consulting with family and friends, Richard decided He wanted to work more hands on helping hurting people through counseling. His philosophy is ultimately to make a difference in the world by helping hurting people.
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Marie is currently enrolled in the Doctorate program at Trinity College of the Bible and Theological Seminary, focusing on Christian Counseling.
Marie Carmelle Boisbel obtained her undergraduate degree from Victory University in 2014. She continued her education and became a Masters Clinician in Clinical Mental Health Counseling after graduating with honors from Hodges University. After becoming Licensed in the state of Florida, Marie continued to apply her skills in her work with youth, couples, families and individuals in crisis. She worked as a clinician at Elite DNA Therapy and then at the CPE in their mobile crisis program. While there she provided crisis intervention for people suffering through suicidal crisis as well as guidance to her team of clinicians.
Marie is currently enrolled in the Doctorate program at Trinity College of the Bible and Theological Seminary, focusing on Christian Counseling.
Marie Carmelle Boisbel obtained her undergraduate degree from Victory University in 2014. She continued her education and became a Masters Clinician in Clinical Mental Health Counseling after graduating with honors from Hodges University. After becoming Licensed in the state of Florida, Marie continued to apply her skills in her work with youth, couples, families and individuals in crisis. She worked as a clinician at Elite DNA Therapy and then at the CPE in their mobile crisis program. While there she provided crisis intervention for people suffering through suicidal crisis as well as guidance to her team of clinicians.
Wynsome McLean
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Immokalee, FL 34142 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples (pre and post-marital), and families. I create a safe, trusting, and affirming environment to work through past trauma while processing the current impact and working toward a future without limitations
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples (pre and post-marital), and families. I create a safe, trusting, and affirming environment to work through past trauma while processing the current impact and working toward a future without limitations
Robyn Hawley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Immokalee, FL 34142 (Online Only)
These days many people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and depressed. Sometimes they feel as if no matter what they do, it isn't enough and either they or those around them are never happy with themselves. How about you? Are you trying to manage being the best parent, spouse, and employee that you can be? Are you struggling with a recent life transition or loss of a loved one or relationship? Are you lying awake at night reviewing the list of things you think you should have accomplished? Or are you ruminating on what you said to someone, how you said it, and what you should have done differently? You are not alone!
These days many people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and depressed. Sometimes they feel as if no matter what they do, it isn't enough and either they or those around them are never happy with themselves. How about you? Are you trying to manage being the best parent, spouse, and employee that you can be? Are you struggling with a recent life transition or loss of a loved one or relationship? Are you lying awake at night reviewing the list of things you think you should have accomplished? Or are you ruminating on what you said to someone, how you said it, and what you should have done differently? You are not alone!
Do you always have to be the strong one? Do you feel like you are the caretaker? The hero? The rescuer? The one who everyone turns to, but has no one to turn to themselves? Do you witness the unimaginable and have to “carry on” to save the next life? You are not alone. I help clients learn how to live with their experiences, set and hold appropriate boundaries, build healthy relationships, gain stability, and learn skills to manage their emotions in a healthy way. I provide a safe and supportive place for those who feel they can’t talk about their experiences because no one else can understand.
Do you always have to be the strong one? Do you feel like you are the caretaker? The hero? The rescuer? The one who everyone turns to, but has no one to turn to themselves? Do you witness the unimaginable and have to “carry on” to save the next life? You are not alone. I help clients learn how to live with their experiences, set and hold appropriate boundaries, build healthy relationships, gain stability, and learn skills to manage their emotions in a healthy way. I provide a safe and supportive place for those who feel they can’t talk about their experiences because no one else can understand.
Chala Barrington-Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA-ABA, MSW
Verified Verified
Immokalee, FL 34142 (Online Only)
Being a caregiver, frustrations with your job, caring for your family or everyday life situations are undoubtedly taxing mentally and physically. But the emotional and mental fatigue actually gets to most of my counseling clients.I aim to bring hope to struggling individuals and help them find a balance they have been seeking. When you have tried talking to your family and friends, but they never really understand what you are going through, this emotional unrest can have an immense effect on your physical and mental health.This is when you need to come see us at New Beginnings for professional counseling, support and understanding.
Being a caregiver, frustrations with your job, caring for your family or everyday life situations are undoubtedly taxing mentally and physically. But the emotional and mental fatigue actually gets to most of my counseling clients.I aim to bring hope to struggling individuals and help them find a balance they have been seeking. When you have tried talking to your family and friends, but they never really understand what you are going through, this emotional unrest can have an immense effect on your physical and mental health.This is when you need to come see us at New Beginnings for professional counseling, support and understanding.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and we struggle to catch our breath. Congratulations on your decision to start making positive changes in your life through the assistance of counseling. Hi, I'm Ashley! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who is based in the beautiful Florida Gulf Coast Panhandle. Finding the "right" counselor is important, so I'd love to share a little bit about myself. I am a wife of 20 years, the proud mom of two kiddos, and a human mom to a precious labrador retriever. My happy place is definitely at the beach looking for shells or enjoying the waves from my beach chair!
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and we struggle to catch our breath. Congratulations on your decision to start making positive changes in your life through the assistance of counseling. Hi, I'm Ashley! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who is based in the beautiful Florida Gulf Coast Panhandle. Finding the "right" counselor is important, so I'd love to share a little bit about myself. I am a wife of 20 years, the proud mom of two kiddos, and a human mom to a precious labrador retriever. My happy place is definitely at the beach looking for shells or enjoying the waves from my beach chair!
Online Therapists
At Reflections, we love helping people to find peace and joy again, and to experience their personal, family, and financial dreams coming true as well. We help our clients to deal with problematic thoughts and behaviors and life stress in general also. We work from a Christian framework and we "dig" only as deeply as needed to correct the problem(s). Our coaches specifically focus on meeting your goals for a promising future! In addition to our in-person work, we also offer online courses that individuals can take in the privacy of their own home!
At Reflections, we love helping people to find peace and joy again, and to experience their personal, family, and financial dreams coming true as well. We help our clients to deal with problematic thoughts and behaviors and life stress in general also. We work from a Christian framework and we "dig" only as deeply as needed to correct the problem(s). Our coaches specifically focus on meeting your goals for a promising future! In addition to our in-person work, we also offer online courses that individuals can take in the privacy of their own home!
Christine Albino Swiersz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33908 (Online Only)
I am a Christian therapist who specializes in the field of Christ centered therapy for women, couples and families.
We have all experienced some rough times recently. Our emotional health has been impacted by the storms of life both literally and figuratively! Maybe you've been impacted by losses related to Hurricane Ian, maybe you have experienced a loss or heartbreak related to a relationship or maybe you are feeling down or anxious due to life's hurts and struggles. I can help you to gain the skills and knowledge that we all need in order to feel the stability and peace that you are searching for today!
I am a Christian therapist who specializes in the field of Christ centered therapy for women, couples and families.
We have all experienced some rough times recently. Our emotional health has been impacted by the storms of life both literally and figuratively! Maybe you've been impacted by losses related to Hurricane Ian, maybe you have experienced a loss or heartbreak related to a relationship or maybe you are feeling down or anxious due to life's hurts and struggles. I can help you to gain the skills and knowledge that we all need in order to feel the stability and peace that you are searching for today!
Hello, my name is Kristen and my practice is called Healthy Habits Counseling Orlando. I love helping individuals, couples and families to find their best self! Whether that may be a sober individual, someone who is finally free from depression or anxiety, or a couple who aims to grow their marriage. I work with all ages but I especially love working with high school and college-aged individuals. I offer Cognitive Behavioral therapy, EMDR, and many other kinds of therapies to tailor to the specific needs of each individual client. I also offer religion-based treatments such as Christian counseling.
Hello, my name is Kristen and my practice is called Healthy Habits Counseling Orlando. I love helping individuals, couples and families to find their best self! Whether that may be a sober individual, someone who is finally free from depression or anxiety, or a couple who aims to grow their marriage. I work with all ages but I especially love working with high school and college-aged individuals. I offer Cognitive Behavioral therapy, EMDR, and many other kinds of therapies to tailor to the specific needs of each individual client. I also offer religion-based treatments such as Christian counseling.
Specialties include addiction counseling, emotional freedom, relationships, criminal history rehabilitation, trauma & abuse healing, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, life coaching, career & education counseling, behavior modification, Christian counseling, family relationship building, couples,singleness.
I have a passion for helping others overcome life's obstacles, creating a life without bondage. I am a certified addictions professional, trauma informed therapist and Emotional Freedom Therapy and EMDR provider. My background experience consist of trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, codependency, singleness, life coaching, business executives, criminal justice, behavior modification, addictions and life adjustments. I work with adjustments including loss, imposter syndrome and life coaching for the next season, relationships or business through trauma processing & mindset shifting, boundary setting and breaking cycles.
Specialties include addiction counseling, emotional freedom, relationships, criminal history rehabilitation, trauma & abuse healing, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, life coaching, career & education counseling, behavior modification, Christian counseling, family relationship building, couples,singleness.
I have a passion for helping others overcome life's obstacles, creating a life without bondage. I am a certified addictions professional, trauma informed therapist and Emotional Freedom Therapy and EMDR provider. My background experience consist of trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, codependency, singleness, life coaching, business executives, criminal justice, behavior modification, addictions and life adjustments. I work with adjustments including loss, imposter syndrome and life coaching for the next season, relationships or business through trauma processing & mindset shifting, boundary setting and breaking cycles.
Hope of Heartland, Inc
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Lake Placid, FL 33852 (Online Only)
I also offer support from a faith-based Christian perspective, if this is something you'd like to add to your care.
If you are struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety, or substance abuse you have come to the right place. Working through these issues on your own can feel daunting and overwhelming. It's ok, I can help you create a roadmap for your healing. I know you are probably tired of trying to do the hard work on your own. That is why therapy is essential and for many, it's a fast track to healing and restoration. As a seasoned professional with over 20 years of helping people heal, I am committed to your process.
I also offer support from a faith-based Christian perspective, if this is something you'd like to add to your care.
If you are struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety, or substance abuse you have come to the right place. Working through these issues on your own can feel daunting and overwhelming. It's ok, I can help you create a roadmap for your healing. I know you are probably tired of trying to do the hard work on your own. That is why therapy is essential and for many, it's a fast track to healing and restoration. As a seasoned professional with over 20 years of helping people heal, I am committed to your process.
Terri Thedford
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stuart, FL 34997
Twenty-five years of ministry experience has equipped me to help individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges with a Christian worldview.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief? A challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, or trauma that affects your life, relationships, or ability to function at home or at work? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated by what it means to live up to someone else’s standards? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed about overcoming difficult relationships, working through loss, and finding their place in life, or maybe moving past a traumatic event. It shouldn’t be so hard to live better. People can change and there is hope.
Twenty-five years of ministry experience has equipped me to help individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges with a Christian worldview.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief? A challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, or trauma that affects your life, relationships, or ability to function at home or at work? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated by what it means to live up to someone else’s standards? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed about overcoming difficult relationships, working through loss, and finding their place in life, or maybe moving past a traumatic event. It shouldn’t be so hard to live better. People can change and there is hope.
Global Christian Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33181
I am delighted to introduce you to Global Christian Counseling, a place of solace, healing, and hope where your mental and emotional well-being is our utmost priority. As you embark on your journey towards personal growth and transformation, we at Global Christian Counseling, we understand that life's challenges can be overwhelming, and seeking help is a courageous step towards a brighter future. Our counseling approach is grounded in Christian principles, embracing the values of love, acceptance, and understanding.We believe that faith can play a pivotal role in healing and empowering individuals to overcome adversities.
I am delighted to introduce you to Global Christian Counseling, a place of solace, healing, and hope where your mental and emotional well-being is our utmost priority. As you embark on your journey towards personal growth and transformation, we at Global Christian Counseling, we understand that life's challenges can be overwhelming, and seeking help is a courageous step towards a brighter future. Our counseling approach is grounded in Christian principles, embracing the values of love, acceptance, and understanding.We believe that faith can play a pivotal role in healing and empowering individuals to overcome adversities.
As a Christian counselor, I am committed to meeting you where you are in each of these areas, recognizing the inherent value and purpose that every individual possesses as being made in the image of God.
In our counseling journey, I invite you to share your burdens, struggles, and dreams, knowing that together, we'll uncover your past strengths while cultivating new ones. With a background in Communications and Nursing, I bring a diverse wealth of experience and knowledge into our sessions, laying a solid foundation for our work together. Drawing from evidence-based research and a spectrum of approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness practices, narrative therapy, emotionally focused therapy, person-centered counseling, and motivational interviewing.
As a Christian counselor, I am committed to meeting you where you are in each of these areas, recognizing the inherent value and purpose that every individual possesses as being made in the image of God.
In our counseling journey, I invite you to share your burdens, struggles, and dreams, knowing that together, we'll uncover your past strengths while cultivating new ones. With a background in Communications and Nursing, I bring a diverse wealth of experience and knowledge into our sessions, laying a solid foundation for our work together. Drawing from evidence-based research and a spectrum of approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness practices, narrative therapy, emotionally focused therapy, person-centered counseling, and motivational interviewing.
Luis Villamil
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33189 (Online Only)
I am well versed in Christian counseling.
I’m passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and the elderly heal their hearts. Although there’s differences, I strongly believe that we’re all driven by an innate need to fill a true sense of worth, value, and identity. I’ve found more times than not that past hurts and traumas, negative talk, criticalness, and rejection especially in the early years tend to not only fracture our sense-of-self but propel us to continue to experience even more hurt, pain, failed relationships, loneliness, and unfulfillment. Is this affecting you personally and professionally? I can also help men with ‘men issues’.
I am well versed in Christian counseling.
I’m passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and the elderly heal their hearts. Although there’s differences, I strongly believe that we’re all driven by an innate need to fill a true sense of worth, value, and identity. I’ve found more times than not that past hurts and traumas, negative talk, criticalness, and rejection especially in the early years tend to not only fracture our sense-of-self but propel us to continue to experience even more hurt, pain, failed relationships, loneliness, and unfulfillment. Is this affecting you personally and professionally? I can also help men with ‘men issues’.
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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.