Christian Therapists in Destin, FL

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Mindi Lunday
Counselor, MA, EdD, MA, LMHC-S, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
I am not a just a Christian who practices Counseling, I have been trained to integrate these two concepts, making me a Christian Counselor who is licensed.
Sometimes life is just hard! Whether you are struggling with the ups and downs of life, or life has thrown you curve balls such as abuse or divorce, getting through can be hard...but you do not have to do it alone. I am here to be your coach, confidant, encourager, and friend, and to help you learn the skills needed to weather the storm. I am a faith-based counselor, incorporating Christ into sessions, and practice play therapy with children and adolescents. Come find hope and healing, and include a contact number! I look forward to working with you!
I am not a just a Christian who practices Counseling, I have been trained to integrate these two concepts, making me a Christian Counselor who is licensed.
Sometimes life is just hard! Whether you are struggling with the ups and downs of life, or life has thrown you curve balls such as abuse or divorce, getting through can be hard...but you do not have to do it alone. I am here to be your coach, confidant, encourager, and friend, and to help you learn the skills needed to weather the storm. I am a faith-based counselor, incorporating Christ into sessions, and practice play therapy with children and adolescents. Come find hope and healing, and include a contact number! I look forward to working with you!
(850) 387-1747 View (850) 387-1747
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Karen Kincaid
MAMFC, MACE, AACC
Verified Verified
Destin, FL 32541  (Online Only)
My desire for our time together is that you feel seen, soothed, safe, and secure as we partner together in your journey. Life can be really hard, but you don't have to do it all alone. "Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. For if one falls down, his companions can lift him up..." (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10). Although I will work with any age group, I LOVE working with teenagers! I have over 25 years of professional experience in Christian life coaching and education. I worked in an adolescent, locked, psychiatric facility, in a school (in Costa Rica), in a private school, and part-time in my church.
My desire for our time together is that you feel seen, soothed, safe, and secure as we partner together in your journey. Life can be really hard, but you don't have to do it all alone. "Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. For if one falls down, his companions can lift him up..." (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10). Although I will work with any age group, I LOVE working with teenagers! I have over 25 years of professional experience in Christian life coaching and education. I worked in an adolescent, locked, psychiatric facility, in a school (in Costa Rica), in a private school, and part-time in my church.
(850) 985-3064 View (850) 985-3064
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Eric Hedean Lamb, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, DAPA, CTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
Eric H. Lamb, LCSW, provides caring, quality, and highly ethical counseling services for children, adolescents and adults. Eric has worked with these age groups, in a variety of settings, for almost 24 years. Eric is known for having a love for children and families, and a caring, empathic approach, while pointing out and discussing issues that may need to be addressed by an individual, or within a relationship. Eric works with clients from a client centered approach, always putting the clients needs at the forefront of counseling goals. For objective, informed, caring counsel, please call to set up an appointment.
Eric H. Lamb, LCSW, provides caring, quality, and highly ethical counseling services for children, adolescents and adults. Eric has worked with these age groups, in a variety of settings, for almost 24 years. Eric is known for having a love for children and families, and a caring, empathic approach, while pointing out and discussing issues that may need to be addressed by an individual, or within a relationship. Eric works with clients from a client centered approach, always putting the clients needs at the forefront of counseling goals. For objective, informed, caring counsel, please call to set up an appointment.
(847) 886-4167 View (847) 886-4167
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Donna K Simmons
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Destin, FL 32541
In my practice I seek to provide a relaxed, supportive environment that encourages self-exploration and personal growth. I believe an important aspect of happiness in life is strong, healthy relationships - with others as well as yourself. I guide adult individuals and couples toward this goal by helping them gain self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, and improved communication and relationship skills.
In my practice I seek to provide a relaxed, supportive environment that encourages self-exploration and personal growth. I believe an important aspect of happiness in life is strong, healthy relationships - with others as well as yourself. I guide adult individuals and couples toward this goal by helping them gain self-awareness, emotional self-regulation, and improved communication and relationship skills.
(850) 418-6259 View (850) 418-6259
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Kayla Caine
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Destin, FL 32541  (Online Only)
I am passionate about learning about and helping others, which was my purpose in pursing the mental health field. Since entering the field, I have worked with individuals of all ages dealing with significant mental and behavioral health concerns. I have focused on educating myself to be a trauma-informed clinical and to focus my areas of expertise for adolescents and adults dealing with issues including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, self-injurious behaviors and interpersonal difficulties. I offer teletherapy services for Florida clients due to being stationed in North Carolina as an Army spouse presently.
I am passionate about learning about and helping others, which was my purpose in pursing the mental health field. Since entering the field, I have worked with individuals of all ages dealing with significant mental and behavioral health concerns. I have focused on educating myself to be a trauma-informed clinical and to focus my areas of expertise for adolescents and adults dealing with issues including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, self-injurious behaviors and interpersonal difficulties. I offer teletherapy services for Florida clients due to being stationed in North Carolina as an Army spouse presently.
(850) 204-4536 View (850) 204-4536
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Dr. Bia Lima
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
For over fifteen years I have worked as a psychotherapist, specializing in child, adolescent, individual, and family therapy. I am passionate about helping others overcome conflicts and learn effective coping skills. Life can be hard sometimes! I have a PhD in Counseling and a Masters in Psychology, with training in Play Therapy and Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT). I would love to offer my expertise and experience to help you and your family navigate through this challenging time.
For over fifteen years I have worked as a psychotherapist, specializing in child, adolescent, individual, and family therapy. I am passionate about helping others overcome conflicts and learn effective coping skills. Life can be hard sometimes! I have a PhD in Counseling and a Masters in Psychology, with training in Play Therapy and Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT). I would love to offer my expertise and experience to help you and your family navigate through this challenging time.
(850) 737-1712 View (850) 737-1712
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Mariah Boyer (Maternal Mental Health And Parenting)
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541  (Online Only)
My practice specialties in the simplest terms: parenting struggles, maternal mental health & trauma. Do you find yourself repeating patterns from your childhood, despite your best intentions? As a therapist specializing in trauma recovery, I understand the intricate link between your past experiences and your current parenting challenges. Many parents carry unresolved childhood trauma & attachment wounds that manifest in their parenting and relationships. Whether it's a lack of emotional connection, struggles with boundaries, or feelings of inadequacy, these issues stem from deeper roots.
My practice specialties in the simplest terms: parenting struggles, maternal mental health & trauma. Do you find yourself repeating patterns from your childhood, despite your best intentions? As a therapist specializing in trauma recovery, I understand the intricate link between your past experiences and your current parenting challenges. Many parents carry unresolved childhood trauma & attachment wounds that manifest in their parenting and relationships. Whether it's a lack of emotional connection, struggles with boundaries, or feelings of inadequacy, these issues stem from deeper roots.
(850) 359-1012 View (850) 359-1012
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Coastal Counseling Clinical Hypnotherapy
PhD, CCHt, CI, ACHE, IMDHA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
Hello and congratulations on choosing clinical hypnotherapy to empower yourself for taking the next step towards achieving your goals. Before any change can truly begin and YOUR desired outcome be established I (we) will do everything possible to understand 1. where you are 2. how you arrived there/what has happened/what is happening etc.) and 3. where you want to be. Some clinical hypnotherapy sessions will be very short and others will take longer. Each person and each concern is different, however; all therapy including clinical hypnotherapy requires work and there is no such thing as an “easy-fix” if YOU want a lasting change.
Hello and congratulations on choosing clinical hypnotherapy to empower yourself for taking the next step towards achieving your goals. Before any change can truly begin and YOUR desired outcome be established I (we) will do everything possible to understand 1. where you are 2. how you arrived there/what has happened/what is happening etc.) and 3. where you want to be. Some clinical hypnotherapy sessions will be very short and others will take longer. Each person and each concern is different, however; all therapy including clinical hypnotherapy requires work and there is no such thing as an “easy-fix” if YOU want a lasting change.
(850) 812-5505 View (850) 812-5505
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Angela Fiorita-Day
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
Waitlist for new clients
Perhaps you've been avoiding an issue for years. Maybe you're struggling to adapt to a new situation. Or you don't know why the same negative patterns keep repeating, despite your best efforts toward a different outcome. Whatever it is that led you here, congratulations on taking the first step toward changing your life for the better. My practice is based on helping individuals succeed in resetting dysfunctional patterns & relationships; decreasing conflict & grieving losses; managing addictions & career stress; coping with difficulties related to mood & anxiety; and many other mental health concerns.
Perhaps you've been avoiding an issue for years. Maybe you're struggling to adapt to a new situation. Or you don't know why the same negative patterns keep repeating, despite your best efforts toward a different outcome. Whatever it is that led you here, congratulations on taking the first step toward changing your life for the better. My practice is based on helping individuals succeed in resetting dysfunctional patterns & relationships; decreasing conflict & grieving losses; managing addictions & career stress; coping with difficulties related to mood & anxiety; and many other mental health concerns.
(850) 204-0309 View (850) 204-0309
Hannah Rodriguez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, BCMMHC
Verified Verified
Destin, FL 32541
Hannah uses a multifaceted approach by combining behavior analysis with Biblical counseling practices to treat the whole person: spirit, soul, and body. Hannah is passionate about helping people and helping them know who they are in Christ and experiencing the love of our Heavenly Father in their everyday life. “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I (Jesus Christ) came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10 (ESV). Hannah’s hope and prayer is that each person she meets with, experiences an abundant life in Christ.
Hannah uses a multifaceted approach by combining behavior analysis with Biblical counseling practices to treat the whole person: spirit, soul, and body. Hannah is passionate about helping people and helping them know who they are in Christ and experiencing the love of our Heavenly Father in their everyday life. “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I (Jesus Christ) came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10 (ESV). Hannah’s hope and prayer is that each person she meets with, experiences an abundant life in Christ.
(850) 920-4153 View (850) 920-4153
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Marcia Butcher
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Destin, FL 32541
Do you sometimes find yourself feeling overwhelmed with life? Or relationships? Or circumstances? I can offer you a fresh perspective through my creative counseling approach. I specialize in premarital and marriage counseling as well as helping adolescence and adults through trauma, transitions, grief, and personal development.
Do you sometimes find yourself feeling overwhelmed with life? Or relationships? Or circumstances? I can offer you a fresh perspective through my creative counseling approach. I specialize in premarital and marriage counseling as well as helping adolescence and adults through trauma, transitions, grief, and personal development.
(407) 512-5844 View (407) 512-5844
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Joseph Robert Novak
CIP, NCIP, NCRIC-I, CCMI-I
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
I have over 22 years of experience with the 12 - Step approach to recovery. My life experience has given me empathy for those suffering with addiction. I have a passion to help others in recovery beyond the traditional methods. I realize that what may work well for some, may not work well for all. A veteran of the United States Air Force and spent 20 years serving my country. During that time I was deployed to support Operation Enduring Freedom. I am very passionate concerning Veteran's issues and I hope that I can continue to help those who struggle with addiction.
I have over 22 years of experience with the 12 - Step approach to recovery. My life experience has given me empathy for those suffering with addiction. I have a passion to help others in recovery beyond the traditional methods. I realize that what may work well for some, may not work well for all. A veteran of the United States Air Force and spent 20 years serving my country. During that time I was deployed to support Operation Enduring Freedom. I am very passionate concerning Veteran's issues and I hope that I can continue to help those who struggle with addiction.
(850) 462-9491 View (850) 462-9491
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William Miles Dee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Destin, FL 32541
It is understandable when life becomes difficult. It takes courage to step out and look for a new set of answers. Sometimes it's a stressor from our family, a trauma from just living life, or serving our country in the military. The challenge to cope can be extremely painful, as it commonly is, with Depression, Anxiety, loss, or events like abandonment or grief. Understanding means listening, grasping a problem, formulating a trust in judgment, and assisting a person or family in forming a plan that can keep you moving forward with your life.
It is understandable when life becomes difficult. It takes courage to step out and look for a new set of answers. Sometimes it's a stressor from our family, a trauma from just living life, or serving our country in the military. The challenge to cope can be extremely painful, as it commonly is, with Depression, Anxiety, loss, or events like abandonment or grief. Understanding means listening, grasping a problem, formulating a trust in judgment, and assisting a person or family in forming a plan that can keep you moving forward with your life.
(850) 344-7566 View (850) 344-7566
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Amanda Dobler
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32540
Can you remember a time when anxiety, depression and feelings of stress weren’t your “norm," but those days are becoming harder to remember? If you had the tools to change that, what could you do with your life? As your therapist, I help individuals just like you: the ones that have it within them to regain their confidence and find the sense of balance they've been looking for in life, but just need the support to do that. Together we'll explore life's challenges, both past and present that you feel are holding you back.
Can you remember a time when anxiety, depression and feelings of stress weren’t your “norm," but those days are becoming harder to remember? If you had the tools to change that, what could you do with your life? As your therapist, I help individuals just like you: the ones that have it within them to regain their confidence and find the sense of balance they've been looking for in life, but just need the support to do that. Together we'll explore life's challenges, both past and present that you feel are holding you back.
(850) 290-0728 View (850) 290-0728
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Kim Marie Losquadro
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32540
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
(850) 972-0257 View (850) 972-0257
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Martha L Van Dam
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
Many times in life we find ourselves in painful places we never dreamed we'd be. As an adult woman with three children, ages 1, 7 and 9, I found myself in one of those places. With good counsel, I was able to not only survive, but thrive and, over time was able to heal and see beyond the pain of the past to enjoy the beauty of the present and look forward to the wonder of the future. It's been over 20 years, but I still remember what it felt like to walk into the counselor's office on that first day.
Many times in life we find ourselves in painful places we never dreamed we'd be. As an adult woman with three children, ages 1, 7 and 9, I found myself in one of those places. With good counsel, I was able to not only survive, but thrive and, over time was able to heal and see beyond the pain of the past to enjoy the beauty of the present and look forward to the wonder of the future. It's been over 20 years, but I still remember what it felt like to walk into the counselor's office on that first day.
(850) 634-3887 View (850) 634-3887
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Amber Gentry
LPC Intern, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32540
As a registered mental health counselor intern, I passionately advocate for self-care and mental wellness while working collaboratively with clients to empower and build resilience and achieve mental health goals in a safe, empathetic space for healing and self-empowerment. I am prepared to assist individuals in coping and managing emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. What is an LPC Intern? Click on the above acronym LPC to find out more.
As a registered mental health counselor intern, I passionately advocate for self-care and mental wellness while working collaboratively with clients to empower and build resilience and achieve mental health goals in a safe, empathetic space for healing and self-empowerment. I am prepared to assist individuals in coping and managing emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. What is an LPC Intern? Click on the above acronym LPC to find out more.
(850) 920-6760 View (850) 920-6760
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Dr. Tonice Krueger
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LCP, QS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32541
I'm an Air Force Veteran and a military spouse. I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. I've been a mental health provider since 2010. I treat a wide range of conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, binge eating, relationship issues, and more. I believe that in order to improve a person's overall health and wellness, we need to focus on healing the mind and body. In striving toward integrated healing, we will work together to tailor a treatment plan that fits your personal goals, needs, and pace. Additionally, I provide Psychological Assessments/Testing.
I'm an Air Force Veteran and a military spouse. I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. I've been a mental health provider since 2010. I treat a wide range of conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, binge eating, relationship issues, and more. I believe that in order to improve a person's overall health and wellness, we need to focus on healing the mind and body. In striving toward integrated healing, we will work together to tailor a treatment plan that fits your personal goals, needs, and pace. Additionally, I provide Psychological Assessments/Testing.
(850) 403-6280 View (850) 403-6280
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Lisa A Alvey
Counselor, MS, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Destin, FL 32541
Feeling sad, depressed, overwhelmed or anxious? Afraid your marriage won’t last, or your child’s grades are dropping? Life experiences trigger a cascade of painful emotions, limiting beliefs, and destructive thoughts and patterns of behavior that can seem impossible to resolve. Together we'll use methods to understand and remove obstacles and limiting beliefs that prevent you from living.
Feeling sad, depressed, overwhelmed or anxious? Afraid your marriage won’t last, or your child’s grades are dropping? Life experiences trigger a cascade of painful emotions, limiting beliefs, and destructive thoughts and patterns of behavior that can seem impossible to resolve. Together we'll use methods to understand and remove obstacles and limiting beliefs that prevent you from living.
(850) 909-9293 View (850) 909-9293
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Stephenie Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Destin, FL 32540
Waitlist for new clients
Are your emotions or relationships feeling out of control? Are you tired of not knowing how to improve your stress, anxiety, depression, and difficult relationships? Is your past hanging up your present life? I will help you move from stressful worrying to feeling a sense of control over your thoughts, from depressed isolation to recovering a sense of purpose in life activities and relationships, from negative past messages in your head to a healthy view of yourself, from poor boundaries to saying no without guilt, from arguing and fighting to reconnected closeness, from chaotic overwhelm to a specific plan for peace.
Are your emotions or relationships feeling out of control? Are you tired of not knowing how to improve your stress, anxiety, depression, and difficult relationships? Is your past hanging up your present life? I will help you move from stressful worrying to feeling a sense of control over your thoughts, from depressed isolation to recovering a sense of purpose in life activities and relationships, from negative past messages in your head to a healthy view of yourself, from poor boundaries to saying no without guilt, from arguing and fighting to reconnected closeness, from chaotic overwhelm to a specific plan for peace.
(539) 233-4799 View (539) 233-4799
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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.