Christian Therapists in South Bend, IN
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Karissa Morelock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46615 (Online Only)
I also offer counseling from a Christian perspective upon request.
Life can be hard, messy, and complicated but can also be filled with joy, peace, and true connection with others. We all go through struggles and challenges in our lives and sometimes we just need someone to walk alongside us during the journey. I enjoy working with individuals to elicit the change necessary to heal, grow, and live more fulfilled lives. I would be honored to walk alongside and be that person for you.
I also offer counseling from a Christian perspective upon request.
Life can be hard, messy, and complicated but can also be filled with joy, peace, and true connection with others. We all go through struggles and challenges in our lives and sometimes we just need someone to walk alongside us during the journey. I enjoy working with individuals to elicit the change necessary to heal, grow, and live more fulfilled lives. I would be honored to walk alongside and be that person for you.
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Kevin E. Ness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46614
For those clients who so desire, I specialize in integration of Christian faith into sessions, in a manner that is comfortable for clients at any stage in their faith walk.
I have over 25 years of experience working with at-risk youth (10 years old and up), adults, families and couples. I partner with them to help them overcome significant difficulties and trauma from the past, including sexual, physical and emotional abuse and neglect. I firmly believe that identity (who you are) and behavior (what you do) are two distinct things. Your behavior does not determine your identity. I help my clients to examine core beliefs that are contributing to their current difficulties, to help them to decide which ones are true and helpful, and which ones are not, to bring about true and lasting change.
For those clients who so desire, I specialize in integration of Christian faith into sessions, in a manner that is comfortable for clients at any stage in their faith walk.
I have over 25 years of experience working with at-risk youth (10 years old and up), adults, families and couples. I partner with them to help them overcome significant difficulties and trauma from the past, including sexual, physical and emotional abuse and neglect. I firmly believe that identity (who you are) and behavior (what you do) are two distinct things. Your behavior does not determine your identity. I help my clients to examine core beliefs that are contributing to their current difficulties, to help them to decide which ones are true and helpful, and which ones are not, to bring about true and lasting change.
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I treat individuals, couples, and families within the context of their systems. A systemic approach to therapy means viewing your challenges within the context of school, work, medical concerns, marriage, family, etc. I believe that being a healthy person means having good boundaries in your biological, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.
I treat individuals, couples, and families within the context of their systems. A systemic approach to therapy means viewing your challenges within the context of school, work, medical concerns, marriage, family, etc. I believe that being a healthy person means having good boundaries in your biological, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.
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Ashlee L. Radzikowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46617
Ashlee is a licensed social worker with 9 years of experience in child welfare, hospital, and school social work. She works with primarily women of all ages, children ages 4+, and adolescents. She uses a strengths based and goal oriented approach, but is easily able to modify technique based on each clients individual needs.
Ashlee is a licensed social worker with 9 years of experience in child welfare, hospital, and school social work. She works with primarily women of all ages, children ages 4+, and adolescents. She uses a strengths based and goal oriented approach, but is easily able to modify technique based on each clients individual needs.
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Accepting most major insurances and offering telehealth as needed. Jeff Blosser is a Licensed Mental Health Counseling with a master’s degree from Grace College. He has over 10 years of experience in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, anger and low motivation issues. He has extensive experience in working with men to overcome pornography, sex addiction, and infidelity problems. Jeff has helped many teens deal with the various challenges that come with growing up in the modern world, including problems with social media addiction, self-esteem, school/homework and video game addictions.
Accepting most major insurances and offering telehealth as needed. Jeff Blosser is a Licensed Mental Health Counseling with a master’s degree from Grace College. He has over 10 years of experience in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, anger and low motivation issues. He has extensive experience in working with men to overcome pornography, sex addiction, and infidelity problems. Jeff has helped many teens deal with the various challenges that come with growing up in the modern world, including problems with social media addiction, self-esteem, school/homework and video game addictions.
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I am passionate about using an emotion-focused approach and particularly interested in helping strengthen marriages and families. I am also skilled in inner-healing work with individuals facing trauma or deep emotional wounds. I incorporate faith into the context of counseling at whatever level you are comfortable and enjoy being a support as you take your next step toward improving your quality of life.
I am passionate about using an emotion-focused approach and particularly interested in helping strengthen marriages and families. I am also skilled in inner-healing work with individuals facing trauma or deep emotional wounds. I incorporate faith into the context of counseling at whatever level you are comfortable and enjoy being a support as you take your next step toward improving your quality of life.
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I have experience treating adults and adolescents for a range of issues, including depression, anxiety and trauma. I am trained in EMDR and draw on a range of treatment modalities to find what works best for clients. I have extensive background working in academic settings and am comfortable working with college faculty, staff and students. I also have a background in religious studies and am comfortable incorporating spiritual and religious perspectives into therapy.
I have experience treating adults and adolescents for a range of issues, including depression, anxiety and trauma. I am trained in EMDR and draw on a range of treatment modalities to find what works best for clients. I have extensive background working in academic settings and am comfortable working with college faculty, staff and students. I also have a background in religious studies and am comfortable incorporating spiritual and religious perspectives into therapy.
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Candescent Health and Wellness prioritizes the most intimate needs of well body care in an evidence based, relationship focused and patient centered environment. This inclusive health and wellness practice serves clients through primary & preventative care, GYN related needs, aesthetic wellness, auricular detox, and sexuality education & counseling.
Candescent Health and Wellness prioritizes the most intimate needs of well body care in an evidence based, relationship focused and patient centered environment. This inclusive health and wellness practice serves clients through primary & preventative care, GYN related needs, aesthetic wellness, auricular detox, and sexuality education & counseling.
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Barbara K Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Masters, Social, Work
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46617
Welcome! I grew up in Walkerton, IN., but lived and studied Social Work in Eastern Kentucky. I worked for a non-profit mental health agency as an advocate for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Upon graduating from the University of Kentucky I became a therapist for a local high school. I believe everyone has experienced some form of trauma in their life and I want to be there to help empower those to live their best life. I have specialized trainings in Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, Nurturing Parents, 123 Magic, and years of training in DV/SA. I am certified in CPR/First Aid.
Welcome! I grew up in Walkerton, IN., but lived and studied Social Work in Eastern Kentucky. I worked for a non-profit mental health agency as an advocate for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Upon graduating from the University of Kentucky I became a therapist for a local high school. I believe everyone has experienced some form of trauma in their life and I want to be there to help empower those to live their best life. I have specialized trainings in Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, Nurturing Parents, 123 Magic, and years of training in DV/SA. I am certified in CPR/First Aid.
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I enjoy working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, addictions, and grief. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are processing and healing from all forms of trauma. Therapy is a collaborative process and I love to see clients gain new perspectives, decrease symptoms, and increase personal strengths to have a more meaningful life.
I enjoy working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, addictions, and grief. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are processing and healing from all forms of trauma. Therapy is a collaborative process and I love to see clients gain new perspectives, decrease symptoms, and increase personal strengths to have a more meaningful life.
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Molly Schaar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLMFT
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637 (Online Only)
Molly Schaar is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT). Molly is a 4.0 Graduate Student of Northcentral University and a Delta Kappa in the International Marriage and Family Therapy Honor Society, as well as a professional member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. She is focused on neuroscience, contextual therapy balancing, and addiction recovery interventions and specializes in marriage therapy, individual therapy, depression/anxiety, addiction recovery, and trauma. Molly has thousands of clinical hours logged in both private practice and acute care settings.
Molly Schaar is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT). Molly is a 4.0 Graduate Student of Northcentral University and a Delta Kappa in the International Marriage and Family Therapy Honor Society, as well as a professional member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. She is focused on neuroscience, contextual therapy balancing, and addiction recovery interventions and specializes in marriage therapy, individual therapy, depression/anxiety, addiction recovery, and trauma. Molly has thousands of clinical hours logged in both private practice and acute care settings.
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I enjoy supporting people in their quest to improve their relationships and their lives. I counsel pre-teens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. People's happiness, or lack thereof, is often a direct result of the quality of their relationships. Therapy can help to identify the ways in which we are contributing to poor relationships and take steps to change! Therapy can also help to clarify if a relationship can be improved and is worth salvaging.
I enjoy supporting people in their quest to improve their relationships and their lives. I counsel pre-teens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. People's happiness, or lack thereof, is often a direct result of the quality of their relationships. Therapy can help to identify the ways in which we are contributing to poor relationships and take steps to change! Therapy can also help to clarify if a relationship can be improved and is worth salvaging.
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Felecia Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Life, Coach, MSW, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46614
Are you having a difficult time coping, with personal, family & relationship issues overwhelmed with the stress of life? Or just feel stuck? Together we can address and identify your needs while building confidence to help you grow. Humbly Changing, strive to remove the stigma of Mental/Behavior health while providing personal tools to help one navigate through life challenges. Life is a journey, let us walk together, evolve, and transform your self-worth. Remember " There is no Perfection in life, only Purpose for all."
Are you having a difficult time coping, with personal, family & relationship issues overwhelmed with the stress of life? Or just feel stuck? Together we can address and identify your needs while building confidence to help you grow. Humbly Changing, strive to remove the stigma of Mental/Behavior health while providing personal tools to help one navigate through life challenges. Life is a journey, let us walk together, evolve, and transform your self-worth. Remember " There is no Perfection in life, only Purpose for all."
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Jennifer Grubbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46637 (Online Only)
Have you experienced overwhelming stress in your life? Do you often feel unseen, unwanted, or under-appreciated? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or easily irritated? Maybe you’re not even sure why, but you have a feeling something is just not working well. Your relationships don’t offer the support you wish they did. You feel isolated, overwhelmed and angry much of the time, or you are either avoiding conflict or having more arguments than you’d like. But you know there’s more than this cycle you feel trapped in, a way to feel better, to understand the deeper roots of what’s contributing to your stress, and a way to break free.
Have you experienced overwhelming stress in your life? Do you often feel unseen, unwanted, or under-appreciated? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or easily irritated? Maybe you’re not even sure why, but you have a feeling something is just not working well. Your relationships don’t offer the support you wish they did. You feel isolated, overwhelmed and angry much of the time, or you are either avoiding conflict or having more arguments than you’d like. But you know there’s more than this cycle you feel trapped in, a way to feel better, to understand the deeper roots of what’s contributing to your stress, and a way to break free.
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Amy (Amalie) B Hickman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46637 (Online Only)
I want to help you meet your goals and to move ahead. You are the expert on you and not me! Let us work together in order to work through issues and make your life more what you would like it to be!
I want to help you meet your goals and to move ahead. You are the expert on you and not me! Let us work together in order to work through issues and make your life more what you would like it to be!
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Your story matters. Your life has value. You are worth it. Seeking help through life's difficulties can be daunting. It can, at times, also be met with some disapproval by others who don't understand the position that you are in or the struggles you face. I want to acknowledge your bravery in taking this step to prioritize your mental health. It isn't easy, but I can assure you it will be worth it. A little about me: I am passionate about helping others seek out health and wholeness in their lives. I currently practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Indiana.
Your story matters. Your life has value. You are worth it. Seeking help through life's difficulties can be daunting. It can, at times, also be met with some disapproval by others who don't understand the position that you are in or the struggles you face. I want to acknowledge your bravery in taking this step to prioritize your mental health. It isn't easy, but I can assure you it will be worth it. A little about me: I am passionate about helping others seek out health and wholeness in their lives. I currently practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Indiana.
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I am interested in working with individuals, couples, and families from all backgrounds. I see the importance in identifying the ways thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence our lives. Identifying the root of the issues we face is difficult but necessary for lasting change whether you're experiencing relational issues, anxiety, depression, grief, or having difficulty navigating major life transitions.
I am interested in working with individuals, couples, and families from all backgrounds. I see the importance in identifying the ways thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence our lives. Identifying the root of the issues we face is difficult but necessary for lasting change whether you're experiencing relational issues, anxiety, depression, grief, or having difficulty navigating major life transitions.
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I am excited to work with individuals from all walks of life. I have a particular interest in working with children and families. I value the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and the impact these have on our lives. I also advocate the importance of implementing boundaries in one’s life in order to empower the client.
I am excited to work with individuals from all walks of life. I have a particular interest in working with children and families. I value the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and the impact these have on our lives. I also advocate the importance of implementing boundaries in one’s life in order to empower the client.
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I'm an experienced, friendly therapist available for virtual visits (mostly). I've been counseling people for more than a decade & believe in getting to know my clients personally & crafting treatment to their individual needs. I find this is especially important for those with trauma histories. Once we have built a foundation together, we can use a variety of approaches to achieve your goals. I like to incorporate faith for those who want to, and I'm experienced in multiple evidence-based methods. My specialties include coping with life changes, depression, anxiety, loss, & post-traumatic stress. Visit www.EmilyLehmanLMHC.com
I'm an experienced, friendly therapist available for virtual visits (mostly). I've been counseling people for more than a decade & believe in getting to know my clients personally & crafting treatment to their individual needs. I find this is especially important for those with trauma histories. Once we have built a foundation together, we can use a variety of approaches to achieve your goals. I like to incorporate faith for those who want to, and I'm experienced in multiple evidence-based methods. My specialties include coping with life changes, depression, anxiety, loss, & post-traumatic stress. Visit www.EmilyLehmanLMHC.com
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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.