Christian Therapists in Newton, IA
Michael Huff
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, IA 50208
Not accepting new clients
Integration of Christian faith may be included at the direction of the client.
Most people experience difficulties at some point in their lives. If you are experiencing problems, there is hope. Counseling provides a safe, warm and supportive relationship where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. Learn to transform from a life where you survive to one where you thrive. Through individualized approach, focused on providing empathy and understanding, together we will magnify existing strengths and assistance to generate and implement a unique individualized solution to life's struggles and challenges.
Integration of Christian faith may be included at the direction of the client.
Most people experience difficulties at some point in their lives. If you are experiencing problems, there is hope. Counseling provides a safe, warm and supportive relationship where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. Learn to transform from a life where you survive to one where you thrive. Through individualized approach, focused on providing empathy and understanding, together we will magnify existing strengths and assistance to generate and implement a unique individualized solution to life's struggles and challenges.
At periods in our life, things can become overwhelming, complicated or just plain scary. Sometimes life’s pressures become so much, we can hardly breathe or we become stuck. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts or self harm?
At periods in our life, things can become overwhelming, complicated or just plain scary. Sometimes life’s pressures become so much, we can hardly breathe or we become stuck. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts or self harm?
Don’t look back, you’re not going that way” is such a powerful message. I can help you find hope for your future by guiding you in your process of letting go of the things that have led you to this moment in time. You can make positive changes to truly feel fulfilled, loved, accepted, anxiety-free and empowered in every aspect of your life.
Don’t look back, you’re not going that way” is such a powerful message. I can help you find hope for your future by guiding you in your process of letting go of the things that have led you to this moment in time. You can make positive changes to truly feel fulfilled, loved, accepted, anxiety-free and empowered in every aspect of your life.
Seasons Change Counseling
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, IA 50208 (Online Only)
If you are looking for a change in your life - this is it. We all have seasons in our life where it is hard to manage, hard to deal with, and hard to figure out on our own. Sometimes we just can't cope with all the challenges of daily life and need someone to help navigate and offer a fresh new look. Doesn't matter what you are looking for, we can problem-solve it together and get you feeling better soon!
If you are looking for a change in your life - this is it. We all have seasons in our life where it is hard to manage, hard to deal with, and hard to figure out on our own. Sometimes we just can't cope with all the challenges of daily life and need someone to help navigate and offer a fresh new look. Doesn't matter what you are looking for, we can problem-solve it together and get you feeling better soon!
Derik Van Baale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Newton, IA 50208 (Online Only)
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
Online Therapists
Hope Connection Counseling & Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50703
Are you struggling? Are you looking for a counselor with a Christian world view? If so, consider reaching out to our counselor. We believe, you were created for a purpose. Never settle for less than God’s very best for your life! We believe purpose can only be found through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Contact us if this is something that resonates with you.
Are you struggling? Are you looking for a counselor with a Christian world view? If so, consider reaching out to our counselor. We believe, you were created for a purpose. Never settle for less than God’s very best for your life! We believe purpose can only be found through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Contact us if this is something that resonates with you.
As with all services offered, it is not necessary to be Lutheran or Christian to use our services.
We are here to walk with you when you need it most. Lutheran Family Service (LFS) has an expert team of compassionate therapists and counselors to help you with marital and relationship problems, depression and suicidal thoughts, anxiety and worry, trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, grief and loss, parenting concerns, life transitions, work and career concerns, or chronic mental illness.
As with all services offered, it is not necessary to be Lutheran or Christian to use our services.
We are here to walk with you when you need it most. Lutheran Family Service (LFS) has an expert team of compassionate therapists and counselors to help you with marital and relationship problems, depression and suicidal thoughts, anxiety and worry, trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, grief and loss, parenting concerns, life transitions, work and career concerns, or chronic mental illness.
I work with issues including, but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Self-Esteem, Co-Dependency, Couple's Counseling, Pre-Marital Counseling, Relationship Issues, Christian Counseling & Spiritual Issues, Grief, Women's Issues,.
Immediate and Early Evening Appointments Available. I view therapy as a journey. The path on this journey of life is twisting and winding with many detours, and it can be difficult to navigate on our own. The therapy hour is time carved out just for the client; a safe place with no shame, where people can give voice to their stories. It is my privilege to come alongside people on this journey to wholeness.
I work with issues including, but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Self-Esteem, Co-Dependency, Couple's Counseling, Pre-Marital Counseling, Relationship Issues, Christian Counseling & Spiritual Issues, Grief, Women's Issues,.
Immediate and Early Evening Appointments Available. I view therapy as a journey. The path on this journey of life is twisting and winding with many detours, and it can be difficult to navigate on our own. The therapy hour is time carved out just for the client; a safe place with no shame, where people can give voice to their stories. It is my privilege to come alongside people on this journey to wholeness.
Sometimes life happens and leaves us saying "I just can't handle it anymore!" You are not alone and you're in the right place to find help. I am a Christian counselor that uses evidence based approaches that nourish the mind, body, and spirit. My passion is working with couples and families. I specialize in relationship concerns, addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Change is possible and I'm committed to providing a safe environment for you to grow.
Sometimes life happens and leaves us saying "I just can't handle it anymore!" You are not alone and you're in the right place to find help. I am a Christian counselor that uses evidence based approaches that nourish the mind, body, and spirit. My passion is working with couples and families. I specialize in relationship concerns, addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Change is possible and I'm committed to providing a safe environment for you to grow.
Matthew Reinert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coralville, IA 52241
I offer therapy from a Christian perspective if requested.
I am currently accepting new clients for both in-person and telehealth therapy. My practice utilizes a person-centered and strength-based approach to understand and address each client's unique goals for therapy. I view the client as the expert on their own situation and value a collaborative approach to treatment that focuses on honoring the individual and their self-determination.
I offer therapy from a Christian perspective if requested.
I am currently accepting new clients for both in-person and telehealth therapy. My practice utilizes a person-centered and strength-based approach to understand and address each client's unique goals for therapy. I view the client as the expert on their own situation and value a collaborative approach to treatment that focuses on honoring the individual and their self-determination.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I use a variety of modalities to treat a wide range of presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. My professional training includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma, rape/sexual assault, domestic violence, and grief. I have experience in providing counseling from a Christian perspective, although I welcome clients from other faith and spiritual backgrounds.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I use a variety of modalities to treat a wide range of presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. My professional training includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma, rape/sexual assault, domestic violence, and grief. I have experience in providing counseling from a Christian perspective, although I welcome clients from other faith and spiritual backgrounds.
Still Waters Recovery & Wellness
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MS, CADC
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Still Waters has an individualized substance abuse program focusing on individual's strengths, needs, experiences & goals. This gives clients a deeper, more meaningful experience versus one-size-fits-all rehab programs that funnel clients into their most profitable addiction programs (e.g., Intensive Outpatient Treatment). Still Waters is the only licensed program that has a holistic mind-body-spirit approach to addiction, in Eastern Iowa, founded on faith-based, Christian principles, while respecting everyone regardless of their beliefs or faith.
Still Waters has an individualized substance abuse program focusing on individual's strengths, needs, experiences & goals. This gives clients a deeper, more meaningful experience versus one-size-fits-all rehab programs that funnel clients into their most profitable addiction programs (e.g., Intensive Outpatient Treatment). Still Waters is the only licensed program that has a holistic mind-body-spirit approach to addiction, in Eastern Iowa, founded on faith-based, Christian principles, while respecting everyone regardless of their beliefs or faith.
Quakerdale Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, M, S, W
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50703
I am a Trauma Informed Specialist. I bring to my practice a unique blend of specialized training and life experiences. It is my belief that many fears, anxiety and behaviors have some form of trauma behind them. To determine the best treatment plan, I use the client's strengths to aid in achieving their goals. I am a Christian and believe that including an individual's faith in God is important for complete healing. I am sensitive to cultural differences and work with individuals from many nations. I have experience working with: PTSD, Addiction Recovery, Family, Couple, Single Parents, Children, and Single Adults.
I am a Trauma Informed Specialist. I bring to my practice a unique blend of specialized training and life experiences. It is my belief that many fears, anxiety and behaviors have some form of trauma behind them. To determine the best treatment plan, I use the client's strengths to aid in achieving their goals. I am a Christian and believe that including an individual's faith in God is important for complete healing. I am sensitive to cultural differences and work with individuals from many nations. I have experience working with: PTSD, Addiction Recovery, Family, Couple, Single Parents, Children, and Single Adults.
Vine Christian Counseling Services, PLLC is a Christ-centered therapy office serving those needing support with mental health-related issues, substance abuse, or adjustment of life.
Do you feel frustrated, anxious, sad, confused, hopeless, or hurt? Do you need something different? Are you ready for change? I work with adolescents ages 12+ and adults that are dealing with a variety of issues that could include depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addictions, life changes, grief or something else. I work with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Vine Christian Counseling Services, PLLC is a Christ-centered therapy office serving those needing support with mental health-related issues, substance abuse, or adjustment of life.
Do you feel frustrated, anxious, sad, confused, hopeless, or hurt? Do you need something different? Are you ready for change? I work with adolescents ages 12+ and adults that are dealing with a variety of issues that could include depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addictions, life changes, grief or something else. I work with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
I have 30 years experience with youth, families, adults and school staff. Multiple trainings on body based approach to healing trauma, and increasing resiliency zone. Clients discover their identity, as I mine hearts to find/extract the ore treasured within. Raised on a cattle ranch: I am practical, hard working and love the outdoors. My joy is to help the afflicted , the broken hearted and proclaim liberty to captives. I love using metaphor to clarify vision/focus around personal and crisis issures. I am a Christian, believing in the Bible / prayer and will gladly integrate in the process if requested.
I have 30 years experience with youth, families, adults and school staff. Multiple trainings on body based approach to healing trauma, and increasing resiliency zone. Clients discover their identity, as I mine hearts to find/extract the ore treasured within. Raised on a cattle ranch: I am practical, hard working and love the outdoors. My joy is to help the afflicted , the broken hearted and proclaim liberty to captives. I love using metaphor to clarify vision/focus around personal and crisis issures. I am a Christian, believing in the Bible / prayer and will gladly integrate in the process if requested.
(former Ethics Committee Chair); Christian Assn.
The body, spirit, and mind are integrated, so that philosophy permeates my work. I typically use a cognitive behavioral therapy approach, though also include other effective remedies in working with all ages-- children, teens, adults, couples, families. Common telehealth issues include depression, anxiety, panic, impulse control, behavior modification, vocational difficulties, communication, stress, intrafamily conflict, marital and/or divorce, blended families, sports psychology, etc.
(former Ethics Committee Chair); Christian Assn.
The body, spirit, and mind are integrated, so that philosophy permeates my work. I typically use a cognitive behavioral therapy approach, though also include other effective remedies in working with all ages-- children, teens, adults, couples, families. Common telehealth issues include depression, anxiety, panic, impulse control, behavior modification, vocational difficulties, communication, stress, intrafamily conflict, marital and/or divorce, blended families, sports psychology, etc.
It is common in today’s world to not feel seen and heard. I found over the last twenty plus years that people are reaching out to feel loved and accepted. Christian Counseling offers a supportive and safe relational environment to hear your story and to serve this purpose.
It is common in today’s world to not feel seen and heard. I found over the last twenty plus years that people are reaching out to feel loved and accepted. Christian Counseling offers a supportive and safe relational environment to hear your story and to serve this purpose.
I provide Christian based counseling.
For over ten years Caleb has worked with youth and their families, as a school counselor, behavioral health intervention services counselor, and mental health counselor. Caleb founded and currently administrates an after school program for at-risk youth through The Academic and Enrichment Youth Center called "Strive For Success." Caleb works with children, youth, adults, couples and families helping them solve tough problems with a hopeful, solution-focused approach. His desire is to bring positive change to the challenges life can bring. He is an ordained minister and volunteers his time as a ministry director for Lifepointe Christian Faith Center.
I provide Christian based counseling.
For over ten years Caleb has worked with youth and their families, as a school counselor, behavioral health intervention services counselor, and mental health counselor. Caleb founded and currently administrates an after school program for at-risk youth through The Academic and Enrichment Youth Center called "Strive For Success." Caleb works with children, youth, adults, couples and families helping them solve tough problems with a hopeful, solution-focused approach. His desire is to bring positive change to the challenges life can bring. He is an ordained minister and volunteers his time as a ministry director for Lifepointe Christian Faith Center.
Alicia Marie Gerber
Counselor, LMHC, RPT, ACTRP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Waitlist for new clients
I can integrate Christian-based counseling & spirituality in my sessions.
I believe that everyone is unique and deserves a therapeutic approach that will meet their needs. I have worked hard in creating a personalized approach to therapy which allows each person to be the center of focus and go through their journey at their own pace. A dedicated playroom allows children to explore and process at their own level through play and creativity. With teenagers my focus is on their skills and strengths while building them up to help them meet their goals and overcome obstacles. With adult clients I provide a safe place where they can process openly without fear or judgement.
I can integrate Christian-based counseling & spirituality in my sessions.
I believe that everyone is unique and deserves a therapeutic approach that will meet their needs. I have worked hard in creating a personalized approach to therapy which allows each person to be the center of focus and go through their journey at their own pace. A dedicated playroom allows children to explore and process at their own level through play and creativity. With teenagers my focus is on their skills and strengths while building them up to help them meet their goals and overcome obstacles. With adult clients I provide a safe place where they can process openly without fear or judgement.
Rachel McGregor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
She has professional experience working in a variety of settings including foster care, adoption, school settings and therapy in Christian private practice.
I am passionate about helping people feel cared for. I see the therapeutic relationship as a powerful force for growth, healing, and hope; I believe a large part of therapy includes hospitality, so my goal is for clients to feel comfortable and seen. I love helping others find hope in God, but warmly welcome clients of varying faith backgrounds. God has given, and continues to give, me so much grace and I desire for others to experience that as well.
She has professional experience working in a variety of settings including foster care, adoption, school settings and therapy in Christian private practice.
I am passionate about helping people feel cared for. I see the therapeutic relationship as a powerful force for growth, healing, and hope; I believe a large part of therapy includes hospitality, so my goal is for clients to feel comfortable and seen. I love helping others find hope in God, but warmly welcome clients of varying faith backgrounds. God has given, and continues to give, me so much grace and I desire for others to experience that as well.
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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.