Christian Therapists in Columbus, IN
Chloe Shaffer
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, IN 47203 (Online Only)
I pride myself on being upfront and honest with clients that I am a deeply rooted Christian.
My name is Chloe Shaffer, and I am an (LPC) in Illinois and (LMHCA) in Indiana. I provide virtual counseling to adults residing only in Indiana at this time. I do accept Medicaid insurance, contact me to check eligibility.
I pride myself on being upfront and honest with clients that I am a deeply rooted Christian.
My name is Chloe Shaffer, and I am an (LPC) in Illinois and (LMHCA) in Indiana. I provide virtual counseling to adults residing only in Indiana at this time. I do accept Medicaid insurance, contact me to check eligibility.
Cameron Stahlhut
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, IN 47201 (Online Only)
Growing in your Christian faith and creating a lasting strong relationship with Jesus is a priority.
My desired families are those that love Jesus and want to grow in their faith. Of course, I would love and accept all clients despite religious/philosophical preferences. I have extensive experience working with couples, individuals/couples coping with trauma, coping with a phase of life, addictions, and men's issues. The single most important attribute I can provide, higher than the philosophy and the techniques of counseling, I genuinely care about every individual that steps into my care. We all need a support system that cares for our needs and can point us in the right direction when we are surrounded by darkness.
Growing in your Christian faith and creating a lasting strong relationship with Jesus is a priority.
My desired families are those that love Jesus and want to grow in their faith. Of course, I would love and accept all clients despite religious/philosophical preferences. I have extensive experience working with couples, individuals/couples coping with trauma, coping with a phase of life, addictions, and men's issues. The single most important attribute I can provide, higher than the philosophy and the techniques of counseling, I genuinely care about every individual that steps into my care. We all need a support system that cares for our needs and can point us in the right direction when we are surrounded by darkness.
My theoretical approach is client-centered in providing a laid back, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere. I utilize evidence-based practices to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients. My approach is collaborative in identifying goals and addressing them using strategies that work best for you. Collaboration plays an important role as we work together to increase awareness, communication, personal growth, and healing within yourself and your relationships. I believe it is important to focus on my client’s strengths to assist them in identifying coping strategies to address cognitive distortions and negative behaviors.
My theoretical approach is client-centered in providing a laid back, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere. I utilize evidence-based practices to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients. My approach is collaborative in identifying goals and addressing them using strategies that work best for you. Collaboration plays an important role as we work together to increase awareness, communication, personal growth, and healing within yourself and your relationships. I believe it is important to focus on my client’s strengths to assist them in identifying coping strategies to address cognitive distortions and negative behaviors.
At Wholesome Healing LLP Our mission is to provide the highest quality of services to help individuals achieve their goals through a holistic approach. Wholesome Healing focuses on the root of the problems and integrates evidence-based approaches to support individuals through their mental health and recovery journey.
At Wholesome Healing LLP Our mission is to provide the highest quality of services to help individuals achieve their goals through a holistic approach. Wholesome Healing focuses on the root of the problems and integrates evidence-based approaches to support individuals through their mental health and recovery journey.
I provide clients with a compassionate and goals-driven counseling environment, so that we can find the best way to overcome challenges together. Whether it's anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, experiences of trauma, or otherwise, I hope to offer you both an active, empathetic listening ear, as well as ways to take your power back.
I provide clients with a compassionate and goals-driven counseling environment, so that we can find the best way to overcome challenges together. Whether it's anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, experiences of trauma, or otherwise, I hope to offer you both an active, empathetic listening ear, as well as ways to take your power back.
Jenelle L Linden
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, LCPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, IN 47201
Waitlist for new clients
Come see me in Bedford, Indiana only 20 miles south of Bloomington, Indiana, or via TeleHealth if you live in IN, MI or IL. Offering services in the areas of post-traumatic stress, cPTSD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, dissociation, and anger. Certified EMDR Therapist. Request an appointment @ http://1identity.care. Telehealth services also available—licensed in 3 states—IN, MI, & IL. Indiana License Number: 39002692A. Sign up for my SHORT waiting list at http://1identity.care.
Come see me in Bedford, Indiana only 20 miles south of Bloomington, Indiana, or via TeleHealth if you live in IN, MI or IL. Offering services in the areas of post-traumatic stress, cPTSD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, dissociation, and anger. Certified EMDR Therapist. Request an appointment @ http://1identity.care. Telehealth services also available—licensed in 3 states—IN, MI, & IL. Indiana License Number: 39002692A. Sign up for my SHORT waiting list at http://1identity.care.
Dr. Sharen M. Waters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, IN 47201 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Dr. Sharen M. Pierre Waters, LCSW. I'm a Mental Health & EMDR Therapist, having achieved a PhD at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I’ve served clients in South Central Indiana for 20+ years, providing mental health and hospice care. The joy of my work as a therapist is to walk gently beside my clients toward wellness and growth: (1) to inspire hope that change is possible, (2) to guide clients to the truth that we are worth the effort to rise, and (3) to share education - or light - to enable change to happen. My effectiveness is widely respected, as is my warmth and compassion.
Hello, I'm Dr. Sharen M. Pierre Waters, LCSW. I'm a Mental Health & EMDR Therapist, having achieved a PhD at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I’ve served clients in South Central Indiana for 20+ years, providing mental health and hospice care. The joy of my work as a therapist is to walk gently beside my clients toward wellness and growth: (1) to inspire hope that change is possible, (2) to guide clients to the truth that we are worth the effort to rise, and (3) to share education - or light - to enable change to happen. My effectiveness is widely respected, as is my warmth and compassion.
Columbus Counseling Partners, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, IN 47201
Hi, I’m Jobeth Johnson! I’m a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) who loves providing therapy, clinical supervision, consultation to other clinicians, and Toy Story. I am very passionate about helping kids, teenagers, adults, and families feel better, so they cope with the stressors of everyday life. These stressors can result in anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, ADHD, obsessive compulsive thoughts, and/or trouble adjusting to difficult situations.
Hi, I’m Jobeth Johnson! I’m a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) who loves providing therapy, clinical supervision, consultation to other clinicians, and Toy Story. I am very passionate about helping kids, teenagers, adults, and families feel better, so they cope with the stressors of everyday life. These stressors can result in anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, ADHD, obsessive compulsive thoughts, and/or trouble adjusting to difficult situations.
We're not always prepared for the challenges that come our way. Sometimes we encounter a problem we can't figure out on our own. It helps to have someone else to lean on to get us through a difficult period. My primary job as a counselor is to give encouragement, impart a sense of hope, and help restore balance in the lives of my clients. For some clients it's a rare experience to be truly heard, understood, and empathized with. I'll provide a warm, non-judgmental environment that allows you to tell your story.
We're not always prepared for the challenges that come our way. Sometimes we encounter a problem we can't figure out on our own. It helps to have someone else to lean on to get us through a difficult period. My primary job as a counselor is to give encouragement, impart a sense of hope, and help restore balance in the lives of my clients. For some clients it's a rare experience to be truly heard, understood, and empathized with. I'll provide a warm, non-judgmental environment that allows you to tell your story.
We all carry our past experiences with us. They help to shape us into who we are today and fill the pages of our book of life. Some of these experiences bring us joy, while others bring us heartbreak. There are some that follow a clear path, while there are others that challenge us with unexpected twists and turns. As we move through the chapters in our book of life, there are times when we can steer easily through these experiences. However, for those times that you may need support with navigating, I am here to help you reintroduce control, empowerment, fulfillment, and provide you with the tools needed to move forward.
We all carry our past experiences with us. They help to shape us into who we are today and fill the pages of our book of life. Some of these experiences bring us joy, while others bring us heartbreak. There are some that follow a clear path, while there are others that challenge us with unexpected twists and turns. As we move through the chapters in our book of life, there are times when we can steer easily through these experiences. However, for those times that you may need support with navigating, I am here to help you reintroduce control, empowerment, fulfillment, and provide you with the tools needed to move forward.
New Beginnings Recovery Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA-MHC, BSAC
Verified Verified
Columbus, IN 47201
Jennifer Ridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbus, IN 47202
Not accepting new clients
Daily life can be stressful and overwhelming, compromising our well-being and most valued relationships. I am able to help you put the pieces back together in a way that you envision. I bring hope to the therapy process. I have worked in the mental health field for 20+ years and I have found that if nothing changes, then nothing changes! I have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and seniors.
Daily life can be stressful and overwhelming, compromising our well-being and most valued relationships. I am able to help you put the pieces back together in a way that you envision. I bring hope to the therapy process. I have worked in the mental health field for 20+ years and I have found that if nothing changes, then nothing changes! I have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and seniors.
Online Therapists
I utilize EMDR, grief counseling, person-centered, existential, experiential Christian counseling to assist clients live fully integrated as a healthy psycho-social-emotional-spiritual person.
I'm Brian Griffin, a LMHC trained in EMDR. I specialize in military, combat and non-combat, related experiences including transitioning from military to civilian life. I am a veteran having served with the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC as a Chaplain Assistant. I work with law enforcement, first responders and medical personnel as a special interest. I am passionate about coming alongside grief work, life transitions, end of life, chronic health issues such as pain or illness, stress management, and growing from dysfunction to thriving. I work with adults (18 or older) only, in-person or virtual.
I utilize EMDR, grief counseling, person-centered, existential, experiential Christian counseling to assist clients live fully integrated as a healthy psycho-social-emotional-spiritual person.
I'm Brian Griffin, a LMHC trained in EMDR. I specialize in military, combat and non-combat, related experiences including transitioning from military to civilian life. I am a veteran having served with the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC as a Chaplain Assistant. I work with law enforcement, first responders and medical personnel as a special interest. I am passionate about coming alongside grief work, life transitions, end of life, chronic health issues such as pain or illness, stress management, and growing from dysfunction to thriving. I work with adults (18 or older) only, in-person or virtual.
My combination of training in EMDR, DBT, and CBT in addition to my deep Christian faith have enabled me to treat clients holistically and wade through the presenting behaviors to address the struggles beneath.
As I once desperately needed a trustworthy therapist to navigate the most difficult seasons of my life, my dream career has been fulfilled by being that person for others. My experience began by treating eating disorders in inpatient, residential and partial hospitalization, where I observed the devastation eating disorders cause - and that it's about so much more than food and weight. Now in outpatient, I especially love treating disordered eating and body image struggles! Since my Christian faith was a central piece of my own recovery, I incorporate it into my work with clients whenever they prefer it.
My combination of training in EMDR, DBT, and CBT in addition to my deep Christian faith have enabled me to treat clients holistically and wade through the presenting behaviors to address the struggles beneath.
As I once desperately needed a trustworthy therapist to navigate the most difficult seasons of my life, my dream career has been fulfilled by being that person for others. My experience began by treating eating disorders in inpatient, residential and partial hospitalization, where I observed the devastation eating disorders cause - and that it's about so much more than food and weight. Now in outpatient, I especially love treating disordered eating and body image struggles! Since my Christian faith was a central piece of my own recovery, I incorporate it into my work with clients whenever they prefer it.
Jessica E Richardson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHCA, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood, IN 46142
I provide faith-based counseling as well, as I am a Christian, but I have & will continue to work with individuals of different beliefs & backgrounds.
Hi! I am passionate about helping others navigate difficulties within their life while providing support and insights. I enjoy helping my clients reach their goals and discover new things about themselves. I am continuing to learn more and more about my passions within this field. So far I have found that I am particularly passionate about helping those who are experiencing difficulties in or losses of relationships, friendships, family relationships, and more. I am also passionate about helping individual's work through previous childhood hurt.
I provide faith-based counseling as well, as I am a Christian, but I have & will continue to work with individuals of different beliefs & backgrounds.
Hi! I am passionate about helping others navigate difficulties within their life while providing support and insights. I enjoy helping my clients reach their goals and discover new things about themselves. I am continuing to learn more and more about my passions within this field. So far I have found that I am particularly passionate about helping those who are experiencing difficulties in or losses of relationships, friendships, family relationships, and more. I am also passionate about helping individual's work through previous childhood hurt.
Kelly Cremeans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plainfield, IN 46168
My focus is to help find solutions for the concerns you bring to counseling. As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I work with couples & individuals. I utilize solution-focused techniques to build hope & create change. I also work from a systemic approach to improve relationships. I have been trained as a Professional Christian counselor & can include those services upon request. However, I respect those who do not desire to include a spiritual component. My areas of emphasis include marital issues, healthy emotions & boundaries. Contact me to find your solutions! PLEASE NOTE: the above number CANNOT receive TEXT messages.
My focus is to help find solutions for the concerns you bring to counseling. As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I work with couples & individuals. I utilize solution-focused techniques to build hope & create change. I also work from a systemic approach to improve relationships. I have been trained as a Professional Christian counselor & can include those services upon request. However, I respect those who do not desire to include a spiritual component. My areas of emphasis include marital issues, healthy emotions & boundaries. Contact me to find your solutions! PLEASE NOTE: the above number CANNOT receive TEXT messages.
She incorporates Christian beliefs into her approach if clients desire.
Grace is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana. She meets primarily with children, teens, and young adults who are experiencing symptoms of Autism, ADHD, Borderline Personality, and Trauma. She considers therapy a success whenever a client feels they are starting to think
She incorporates Christian beliefs into her approach if clients desire.
Grace is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana. She meets primarily with children, teens, and young adults who are experiencing symptoms of Autism, ADHD, Borderline Personality, and Trauma. She considers therapy a success whenever a client feels they are starting to think
Sarah Swygart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
I am a warm, Christian therapist who focuses on creating a space to process the painful parts of your story and for you to feel supported with practical tools and new perspectives to move forward.
Your story matters. Your life has value. I don't want you to walk through this pain alone. I work with anxiety, relationship concerns, insecure attachment, people-pleasing, setting boundaries, practicing self-care, letting go of perfectionism, healing shame, building confidence, divorce, grief/loss, regulating emotions, improving communication, and building a healthy relationship with yourself and others. If you are struggling, I would love to support you on your journey towards growth and healing.
I am a warm, Christian therapist who focuses on creating a space to process the painful parts of your story and for you to feel supported with practical tools and new perspectives to move forward.
Your story matters. Your life has value. I don't want you to walk through this pain alone. I work with anxiety, relationship concerns, insecure attachment, people-pleasing, setting boundaries, practicing self-care, letting go of perfectionism, healing shame, building confidence, divorce, grief/loss, regulating emotions, improving communication, and building a healthy relationship with yourself and others. If you are struggling, I would love to support you on your journey towards growth and healing.
Faithful counsel is a Christian counseling practice.
Faithful counsel sees individuals, couples, children, and families. We are trained to provide counseling for a range of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, addictions (from drugs & alcohol to sexual addiction), anger, marital strife & infidelity. The clients that present to our practice are interested in receiving counseling from a Christian worldview and biblical foundation. They understand that the wisdom of man is limited and that apart from God, we can do nothing.
Faithful counsel is a Christian counseling practice.
Faithful counsel sees individuals, couples, children, and families. We are trained to provide counseling for a range of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, addictions (from drugs & alcohol to sexual addiction), anger, marital strife & infidelity. The clients that present to our practice are interested in receiving counseling from a Christian worldview and biblical foundation. They understand that the wisdom of man is limited and that apart from God, we can do nothing.
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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.