Christian Therapists in Riverview, FL
While utilizing effective interventions such as CBT therapy, Christian counseling, and a variety of other evidence-based practices, my clients achieve meaningful and sustainable positive changes in their lives.
Life can be unexpectedly challenging, and I'm here to guide you through those ups and downs. My specialize expands from working with children and adolescents to working with adults and couples navigating a mental health challenges and life transitions. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, coping skills, or assertive communication, I'm here to help. As a mental health provider specializing in trauma, depression, and relationship restoration, I offer support tailored to your unique needs.
While utilizing effective interventions such as CBT therapy, Christian counseling, and a variety of other evidence-based practices, my clients achieve meaningful and sustainable positive changes in their lives.
Life can be unexpectedly challenging, and I'm here to guide you through those ups and downs. My specialize expands from working with children and adolescents to working with adults and couples navigating a mental health challenges and life transitions. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, coping skills, or assertive communication, I'm here to help. As a mental health provider specializing in trauma, depression, and relationship restoration, I offer support tailored to your unique needs.
I am a dedicated Christian Mental Health provider committed to helping adults, children, and families on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.
Clients that seek therapy want an empathetic and supportive therapist that actively listens and validates their thoughts, feelings, culture and life experiences. Whether you are struggling with anger, fear, depression, anxiety, or any other type of mental health challenge, therapy will help you gain insight into how you think, feel, and behave. It will also be an opportunity to learn and develop effective strategies to manage stress, regulate emotions, build healthier relationships, and navigate challenging situations more adaptively.
I am a dedicated Christian Mental Health provider committed to helping adults, children, and families on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.
Clients that seek therapy want an empathetic and supportive therapist that actively listens and validates their thoughts, feelings, culture and life experiences. Whether you are struggling with anger, fear, depression, anxiety, or any other type of mental health challenge, therapy will help you gain insight into how you think, feel, and behave. It will also be an opportunity to learn and develop effective strategies to manage stress, regulate emotions, build healthier relationships, and navigate challenging situations more adaptively.
I have over 10 years professional experience and over 27 years volunteer experience. Areas that I have focused on include addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger management, stress management, identifying emotions and emotional wellbeing, communicating effectively and working through life changes; empty nest, marital change, career change, etc... I am a Christian counselor that also recognizes that we are all individuals and take that approach with my clients. I use an eclectic approach to therapy but primarily focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy.
I have over 10 years professional experience and over 27 years volunteer experience. Areas that I have focused on include addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger management, stress management, identifying emotions and emotional wellbeing, communicating effectively and working through life changes; empty nest, marital change, career change, etc... I am a Christian counselor that also recognizes that we are all individuals and take that approach with my clients. I use an eclectic approach to therapy but primarily focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy.
April Y Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-QS, CCTP, CCATP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33578 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I also provide Christian counseling to help individuals and families meet both their emotional and spiritual needs.
Life can be unpredictable, demanding, full of adjustments and trials. Regardless of the life challenges you may be facing there is always hope. Hope gives us the strength and desire to change, grow, and become whole again once we've faced those difficult challenges. I believe each individual is unique and holds the keys to his/her own healing. Yet, sometimes we may need someone to work beside us to recognize what we already know and to help us to begin the steps necessary to achieve change.
I also provide Christian counseling to help individuals and families meet both their emotional and spiritual needs.
Life can be unpredictable, demanding, full of adjustments and trials. Regardless of the life challenges you may be facing there is always hope. Hope gives us the strength and desire to change, grow, and become whole again once we've faced those difficult challenges. I believe each individual is unique and holds the keys to his/her own healing. Yet, sometimes we may need someone to work beside us to recognize what we already know and to help us to begin the steps necessary to achieve change.
Kiana Gadson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33578
As a Christian Therapist, I believe that people do therapy to find freedom in different areas of their lives. For that reason, I work to not only actively listen to clients' needs but also to empower and support them in processing the various barriers they've experienced to impede living in that place of freedom.
As a Christian Therapist, I believe that people do therapy to find freedom in different areas of their lives. For that reason, I work to not only actively listen to clients' needs but also to empower and support them in processing the various barriers they've experienced to impede living in that place of freedom.
Essence & Grace Development Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverview, FL 33569
I also provide Christian counseling! I enjoy, traveling, going to church, spending time with family.
Hello, My name is Caprice Smith and I am a Licensed Therapist. I offer both in person and virtual sessions. I am a native of Saint Petersburg Florida and I graduated from Florida State University. Growing up in a minority community I discovered that mental health treatment was not received well & often overlooked. I then made it my mission to change the face of mental health biases.
I also provide Christian counseling! I enjoy, traveling, going to church, spending time with family.
Hello, My name is Caprice Smith and I am a Licensed Therapist. I offer both in person and virtual sessions. I am a native of Saint Petersburg Florida and I graduated from Florida State University. Growing up in a minority community I discovered that mental health treatment was not received well & often overlooked. I then made it my mission to change the face of mental health biases.
The problem is that you have left your first love. You have lost trust and friendship in your marriage and wonder if it can be saved. You have even wondered if divorce is an option. You may still love your spouse, but you are definitely no longer in love. You think, "If our relationship were back then what it is now, I would not have married." Working on symptoms does not work. The actual problem has to be addressed: falling out of love.
The problem is that you have left your first love. You have lost trust and friendship in your marriage and wonder if it can be saved. You have even wondered if divorce is an option. You may still love your spouse, but you are definitely no longer in love. You think, "If our relationship were back then what it is now, I would not have married." Working on symptoms does not work. The actual problem has to be addressed: falling out of love.
Lauren Baer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverview, FL 33579 (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are stuck, like getting out of bed takes all of your energy or like you just want your thoughts to stop racing? Having anxiety and depression can feel overwhelming and even the smallest task can seem impossible. It doesn't have to be this way. My clients tell me that after our sessions and learning the tools we practice they are able to breathe, to participate in activities they haven't been able to for so long and to feel comfortable in their own skin. I would love to help you live the life you deserve to live! Book with me now by clicking on my website link!
Do you feel like you are stuck, like getting out of bed takes all of your energy or like you just want your thoughts to stop racing? Having anxiety and depression can feel overwhelming and even the smallest task can seem impossible. It doesn't have to be this way. My clients tell me that after our sessions and learning the tools we practice they are able to breathe, to participate in activities they haven't been able to for so long and to feel comfortable in their own skin. I would love to help you live the life you deserve to live! Book with me now by clicking on my website link!
Grow and Glow Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverview, FL 33578
Grow & Glow Behavioral Health's mission is to create a culture of well-being though mind, body, and spirit by addressing the whole person, so that you can become the version of yourself that you always envisioned. Mental Health treatment should not be a one-size fits all but rather an individualized and custom approach that focuses on the best way to meet your goals and needs.
Grow & Glow Behavioral Health's mission is to create a culture of well-being though mind, body, and spirit by addressing the whole person, so that you can become the version of yourself that you always envisioned. Mental Health treatment should not be a one-size fits all but rather an individualized and custom approach that focuses on the best way to meet your goals and needs.
Stephanie Jara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33578
Does anxiety, depression, and trauma feel exhausting? Often consuming most of your day and energy? Does life start to feel overwhelming at times and daily tasks start to feel like chores? Sometimes we begin to feel like there is no way out and it can feel difficult to seek help. I want to help you get to a point where you realize this does not have to be your life and while we cannot take away or change life circumstances, we can learn to find better ways to adapt to the changes. We can learn to know ourselves better, our triggers, and what works for us.
Does anxiety, depression, and trauma feel exhausting? Often consuming most of your day and energy? Does life start to feel overwhelming at times and daily tasks start to feel like chores? Sometimes we begin to feel like there is no way out and it can feel difficult to seek help. I want to help you get to a point where you realize this does not have to be your life and while we cannot take away or change life circumstances, we can learn to find better ways to adapt to the changes. We can learn to know ourselves better, our triggers, and what works for us.
I work with individuals dealing with many issues, including anxiety, depression, identity, trauma, and adjustment concerns. I help individuals longing for peace and resolve to inner conflict by helping them gain true clarity and confidence in themselves. I support them in coping with the challenges that life undoubtedly throws at us, including managing and reducing fear and anxiety. Diverse and LGBTQ+ clients are welcome.
I work with individuals dealing with many issues, including anxiety, depression, identity, trauma, and adjustment concerns. I help individuals longing for peace and resolve to inner conflict by helping them gain true clarity and confidence in themselves. I support them in coping with the challenges that life undoubtedly throws at us, including managing and reducing fear and anxiety. Diverse and LGBTQ+ clients are welcome.
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Life is complex and challenging with things that we thought would never happen to us. Then things happened and we had to change. With those events we can feel down or overwhelmed almost to the point we take no action at all. We may worry about things constantly no matter if it already happened or might happen in the future.
Life is complex and challenging with things that we thought would never happen to us. Then things happened and we had to change. With those events we can feel down or overwhelmed almost to the point we take no action at all. We may worry about things constantly no matter if it already happened or might happen in the future.
I believe that every individual has a story and a story worth telling. My life motto is “Preach God, and if necessary, use words”. I am passionate about meeting every client where they are and providing the skills and resources available to help them take the necessary steps forward to live the life worthy of the calling, they have received. (Ephesians 4:1) I have supported children and adolescents experiencing a range of difficulties, including mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, as well as social issues and behavioral concerns. I am very proactive about teaching children and adolescents how to use social and emotional.
I believe that every individual has a story and a story worth telling. My life motto is “Preach God, and if necessary, use words”. I am passionate about meeting every client where they are and providing the skills and resources available to help them take the necessary steps forward to live the life worthy of the calling, they have received. (Ephesians 4:1) I have supported children and adolescents experiencing a range of difficulties, including mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, as well as social issues and behavioral concerns. I am very proactive about teaching children and adolescents how to use social and emotional.
It can be overwhelming to think we might need help or to ask for help. Sometimes, life throws things at us that we simply don't know how to handle. I believe we have the capacity to get through challenges and come out stronger, but oftentimes, we need help to get ourselves to that point. I believe in creating an atmosphere to remove roadblocks, clearing the way for you to move toward a happier, healthier life and relationship. Together we will identify the thoughts and behaviors that contribute to feelings of insecurity, anger, sadness, anxiety, shame, or disconnect.
It can be overwhelming to think we might need help or to ask for help. Sometimes, life throws things at us that we simply don't know how to handle. I believe we have the capacity to get through challenges and come out stronger, but oftentimes, we need help to get ourselves to that point. I believe in creating an atmosphere to remove roadblocks, clearing the way for you to move toward a happier, healthier life and relationship. Together we will identify the thoughts and behaviors that contribute to feelings of insecurity, anger, sadness, anxiety, shame, or disconnect.
Karen L Kennedy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MCAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33569
Waitlist for new clients
How many hats do you wear? Let’s be honest, in today’s face paced world, many of us wear too many hats causing our lives to become unmanageable. If you are feeling overwhelmed, confused, stuck and/or depressed, it’s time to try on a new hat! One that is more aligned and uniquely fit for Just For You! Hi! My name is Karen L Kennedy and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Master's Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), specializing in trauma therapy. I am committed to guiding individuals through their journey of healing and growth.
How many hats do you wear? Let’s be honest, in today’s face paced world, many of us wear too many hats causing our lives to become unmanageable. If you are feeling overwhelmed, confused, stuck and/or depressed, it’s time to try on a new hat! One that is more aligned and uniquely fit for Just For You! Hi! My name is Karen L Kennedy and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Master's Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), specializing in trauma therapy. I am committed to guiding individuals through their journey of healing and growth.
Accepting NEW clients! Sometimes the un expectancy of life can be defeating, but we do not have to face it alone. Supporting and guiding clients through difficult traumas and life's challenges in a safe and nonjudgmental environment is what I strive for. My goal is to assist children, adolescents, and adults to reach their highest potential and to help couples and families live more harmonious and joyful lives together.
Accepting NEW clients! Sometimes the un expectancy of life can be defeating, but we do not have to face it alone. Supporting and guiding clients through difficult traumas and life's challenges in a safe and nonjudgmental environment is what I strive for. My goal is to assist children, adolescents, and adults to reach their highest potential and to help couples and families live more harmonious and joyful lives together.
Welcome to DBT Counseling Specialties, LLC. I provide DBT and general counseling services. I believe in adopting evidence-based treatments to enrich my clients' lives. I am intensively trained in DBT. Our slogan is Hope is on the Horizon, it is because I believe that each individual client has a unique story to share, each client has unique goals, along with unique challenges, and I want to work just as hard as you, right beside you, to help you realize your greatest potential.
Welcome to DBT Counseling Specialties, LLC. I provide DBT and general counseling services. I believe in adopting evidence-based treatments to enrich my clients' lives. I am intensively trained in DBT. Our slogan is Hope is on the Horizon, it is because I believe that each individual client has a unique story to share, each client has unique goals, along with unique challenges, and I want to work just as hard as you, right beside you, to help you realize your greatest potential.
Need help with your relationships? I have experience working with adults and adolescents and my goals are to assist individuals in repairing and strengthening their relationships, gaining better control of their behaviors, and their lives, and help couples and families sustain fulfilling life long relationships. I use a systemic approach and teach techniques that encourage loving relationships between couples and family members. I am a Licensed Marriage Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist with over twenty years of experience working with individuals interested in finding happiness and creating change in their lives.
Need help with your relationships? I have experience working with adults and adolescents and my goals are to assist individuals in repairing and strengthening their relationships, gaining better control of their behaviors, and their lives, and help couples and families sustain fulfilling life long relationships. I use a systemic approach and teach techniques that encourage loving relationships between couples and family members. I am a Licensed Marriage Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist with over twenty years of experience working with individuals interested in finding happiness and creating change in their lives.
Does talking to a "stranger" about the most personal aspects of your life sound intimidating? I feel you. Ironically, starting therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself. My goal as an art therapist is to help you explore, evaluate, & process life events with a non-traditional twist. I am here to help facilitate and encourage healing, personal growth and change.
Does talking to a "stranger" about the most personal aspects of your life sound intimidating? I feel you. Ironically, starting therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself. My goal as an art therapist is to help you explore, evaluate, & process life events with a non-traditional twist. I am here to help facilitate and encourage healing, personal growth and change.
Do you need help with mental health challenges, like depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, or ADHD? Have you been struggling with addiction or substance abuse? Are you having difficulty with your relationship and need help to work through problems like infidelity, communication, or frequent fighting? If so, I am here to help!
Do you need help with mental health challenges, like depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, or ADHD? Have you been struggling with addiction or substance abuse? Are you having difficulty with your relationship and need help to work through problems like infidelity, communication, or frequent fighting? If so, I am here to help!
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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.