Christian Therapists in Portsmouth, NH
My diverse experiences practicing the Christian faith can be useful if you are Christian or were raised with a Christian worldview and want to explore what that means for you now.
Compassion and safety, metaphors and stories, laughter and creativity, brainstorming and education are some of the tools I will combine to help you feel understood, heal, and then grow. I will adjust my style to what I sense you need as a whole person: body, mind, and spirit. I frame my work in psychodynamic theory, while using cognitive-behavioral and experiential techniques. I infuse all sessions with the principles of mindfulness. I can help you organize your thoughts on difficult decisions, coach you to be more assertive, and help you establish better boundaries. I will teach you a variety of coping skills for managing stress.
My diverse experiences practicing the Christian faith can be useful if you are Christian or were raised with a Christian worldview and want to explore what that means for you now.
Compassion and safety, metaphors and stories, laughter and creativity, brainstorming and education are some of the tools I will combine to help you feel understood, heal, and then grow. I will adjust my style to what I sense you need as a whole person: body, mind, and spirit. I frame my work in psychodynamic theory, while using cognitive-behavioral and experiential techniques. I infuse all sessions with the principles of mindfulness. I can help you organize your thoughts on difficult decisions, coach you to be more assertive, and help you establish better boundaries. I will teach you a variety of coping skills for managing stress.
New England Anger Management - Rev. Philip Meher
Counselor, MA, MEd, LCMHC, CAMT
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03802
As a clinical mental health professional, an Army Family Life Chaplain, VA therapist, and also a Christian ordained pastoral counselor (of 30+ years) I assist individuals in the community struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and trauma (PTSD). In addition to this I do marriage/couples therapy, pre-marital counseling, and spiritual/faith related counseling.
As a clinical mental health professional, an Army Family Life Chaplain, VA therapist, and also a Christian ordained pastoral counselor (of 30+ years) I assist individuals in the community struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and trauma (PTSD). In addition to this I do marriage/couples therapy, pre-marital counseling, and spiritual/faith related counseling.
Maya Angelou said, “do the best you can until you know better and when you know better, do better.” It's never too late to meet your authentic Self & do better. Healing requires surrender & when we let go of the familiar we make room for something greater. As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I provide a safe & secure space for everyone to peel back the layers & explore their inner world so they can heal. I provide insight toward better ways of being human that are in alignment with the true Self. We are all unique & deeply gifted human beings & I strive to empower every person I work with to discover their true unlimited potential.
Maya Angelou said, “do the best you can until you know better and when you know better, do better.” It's never too late to meet your authentic Self & do better. Healing requires surrender & when we let go of the familiar we make room for something greater. As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I provide a safe & secure space for everyone to peel back the layers & explore their inner world so they can heal. I provide insight toward better ways of being human that are in alignment with the true Self. We are all unique & deeply gifted human beings & I strive to empower every person I work with to discover their true unlimited potential.
I work with WOMEN seeking support around a variety of issues - self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, work, parenting, and more. My approach is positive, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I firmly believe that in every person and situation, there is hope. When you are ready, I will gently help you move from where you are to where you want to be.
I work with WOMEN seeking support around a variety of issues - self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, work, parenting, and more. My approach is positive, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I firmly believe that in every person and situation, there is hope. When you are ready, I will gently help you move from where you are to where you want to be.
Change is hard. And change within ourselves is even harder. Therapy can help with finding answers. It can be a place to explore barriers and challenges to living fully into the life you want. Therapy can help with identifying patterns in our lives, both good ones and bad, with recognizing our strengths, and with where we struggle. Therapy can be a place where we can find our way back to who we really are, supporting our hopes, dreams, values and strengths in living into our lives fully.
Change is hard. And change within ourselves is even harder. Therapy can help with finding answers. It can be a place to explore barriers and challenges to living fully into the life you want. Therapy can help with identifying patterns in our lives, both good ones and bad, with recognizing our strengths, and with where we struggle. Therapy can be a place where we can find our way back to who we really are, supporting our hopes, dreams, values and strengths in living into our lives fully.
Dr. Cecile Gunn at Evergreen Psychology, PLLC
Psychologist, MDiv, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I help clients who are coping with unresolved childhood trauma and the inevitable consequences: depression, anxiety, thwarted relationships, physical illness, and eating and sleep disorders. I have been practicing therapy for over 15 years, working with diverse (race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, class) clients who struggle with significant trauma histories. We will learn from our thoughts and emotions, as well as from our bodies' physical symptoms, in order to resolve the trauma, not just learn coping skills. I offer this work in the context of an affirming, respectful, warm and connected therapeutic relationship.
I help clients who are coping with unresolved childhood trauma and the inevitable consequences: depression, anxiety, thwarted relationships, physical illness, and eating and sleep disorders. I have been practicing therapy for over 15 years, working with diverse (race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, class) clients who struggle with significant trauma histories. We will learn from our thoughts and emotions, as well as from our bodies' physical symptoms, in order to resolve the trauma, not just learn coping skills. I offer this work in the context of an affirming, respectful, warm and connected therapeutic relationship.
Ramsay Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
Are you grappling with depression, anxiety, or navigating challenges in areas like finances, relationships, employment, grief, or aspects related to your sexuality or gender identity? If so, I offer a therapeutic approach that equips you with practical and effective skills for your daily life. These tools are crafted to enhance your well-being and empower you to achieve your personal goals. I can guide you in understanding and addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors, leading you towards transforming them for a more joyful and fulfilling life.
Are you grappling with depression, anxiety, or navigating challenges in areas like finances, relationships, employment, grief, or aspects related to your sexuality or gender identity? If so, I offer a therapeutic approach that equips you with practical and effective skills for your daily life. These tools are crafted to enhance your well-being and empower you to achieve your personal goals. I can guide you in understanding and addressing negative thought patterns and behaviors, leading you towards transforming them for a more joyful and fulfilling life.
Keith A Welsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
Welcome! If you're reading this, it means you're taking a critical step towards enhancing your mental health, self-understanding, and overall well-being. I salute your bravery, and I'm here to offer the guidance you need on this journey. I am Keith Welsh, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience in helping individuals navigate their unique life paths. I am honored to be in the helping profession and look forward to the opportunity to help you get free of the issues which have been complicating your life.
Welcome! If you're reading this, it means you're taking a critical step towards enhancing your mental health, self-understanding, and overall well-being. I salute your bravery, and I'm here to offer the guidance you need on this journey. I am Keith Welsh, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience in helping individuals navigate their unique life paths. I am honored to be in the helping profession and look forward to the opportunity to help you get free of the issues which have been complicating your life.
Barbara Dugan
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MDiv, MLADC, RYT, DOT/SAP
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Waitlist for new clients
Our answers live inside us. But do we trust them enough to embrace them and take action? Change often means we have to get past some difficult attachments, challenges, emotions and memories. Rather than being led by a sense of fear and defensiveness, change asks us to get curious and courageous. Chances are if you are searching here, you are looking for some help taking action and sorting some things out for yourself. Welcome to the Olympics of Healing.
Our answers live inside us. But do we trust them enough to embrace them and take action? Change often means we have to get past some difficult attachments, challenges, emotions and memories. Rather than being led by a sense of fear and defensiveness, change asks us to get curious and courageous. Chances are if you are searching here, you are looking for some help taking action and sorting some things out for yourself. Welcome to the Olympics of Healing.
I offer healing, strength based psychotherapy to people who are struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression. Oftentimes this may be the result of child abuse, bullying, sexual trauma, illness, death, domestic violence , natural disasters or everyday life challenges.
I offer healing, strength based psychotherapy to people who are struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression. Oftentimes this may be the result of child abuse, bullying, sexual trauma, illness, death, domestic violence , natural disasters or everyday life challenges.
I am Elle, an LCMHC and podcast host in New Hampshire and Maine. I help people find the connection they long for. I do this by working with Couples Intensively. I specialize with Neurodivergent Couples. Using my unique skills set with a background in brain science and narrative therapy, I additionally work with people looking to address: Anxiety, Spiritual and Emotional Abuse, Body Image Family of Origin Trauma, Relationship Issues, and Faith-based Perspectives on Mental health. To listen to my podcast, The Phoenix Effect, go to your favorite podcast platform.
I am Elle, an LCMHC and podcast host in New Hampshire and Maine. I help people find the connection they long for. I do this by working with Couples Intensively. I specialize with Neurodivergent Couples. Using my unique skills set with a background in brain science and narrative therapy, I additionally work with people looking to address: Anxiety, Spiritual and Emotional Abuse, Body Image Family of Origin Trauma, Relationship Issues, and Faith-based Perspectives on Mental health. To listen to my podcast, The Phoenix Effect, go to your favorite podcast platform.
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Dr. Richard Vandiver - Granite North Psychology
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
There is a great deal of power in knowing yourself. I work together with my clients as a compassionate listener to fully understand the challenges that they may face and to introduce effective solutions. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and bring with them goals for our work together that are as unique as they are. Whether they are seeking help with mental health challenges or would simply like to improve their relationships, performance at work, my goal is to apply all that cognitive science has learned about how our minds work to create a customized pathway forward
There is a great deal of power in knowing yourself. I work together with my clients as a compassionate listener to fully understand the challenges that they may face and to introduce effective solutions. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and bring with them goals for our work together that are as unique as they are. Whether they are seeking help with mental health challenges or would simply like to improve their relationships, performance at work, my goal is to apply all that cognitive science has learned about how our minds work to create a customized pathway forward
My spiritual care practice is primarily centered on helping a person seeking spiritual help with life transitions caused by the death of a loved one and also grief around the loss of significant relationships. Sometimes, we can all feel off-center, which causes a distance from our true, authentic selves. Through conversation and reflection, I would like to help you on your journey of recovering your authentic self.
My spiritual care practice is primarily centered on helping a person seeking spiritual help with life transitions caused by the death of a loved one and also grief around the loss of significant relationships. Sometimes, we can all feel off-center, which causes a distance from our true, authentic selves. Through conversation and reflection, I would like to help you on your journey of recovering your authentic self.
Are you feeling disconnected and stuck in a cycle of dread about the future? Tired of under-functioning and yearning to achieve your ideal life? Does your life feel like it's on repeat? Are you battling low self-esteem and confidence making it challenging to break out of your comfort zone? Imagine breaking free from that deep pattern of resistance and stepping into a life where you know what you want and feel energized to act on it. Know that you're not alone, you can have a more fulfilling life where you can thrive not just survive. I understand what it's like to feel this way, and I'm here to help you transform your life.
Are you feeling disconnected and stuck in a cycle of dread about the future? Tired of under-functioning and yearning to achieve your ideal life? Does your life feel like it's on repeat? Are you battling low self-esteem and confidence making it challenging to break out of your comfort zone? Imagine breaking free from that deep pattern of resistance and stepping into a life where you know what you want and feel energized to act on it. Know that you're not alone, you can have a more fulfilling life where you can thrive not just survive. I understand what it's like to feel this way, and I'm here to help you transform your life.
I am a Career Counselor, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Executive Coach specializing in career, self-esteem, and life transitions. If you are looking to make some changes in your life, change careers, or are just feeling stuck, I can help. Life transitions such as divorce, emptynest, or midlife can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and unhappy. Working together will help you to clarify what you want, your purpose, understand what has gotten in your way, rebuild your self confidence, and will move you toward the career and life you have always wanted.
I am a Career Counselor, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Executive Coach specializing in career, self-esteem, and life transitions. If you are looking to make some changes in your life, change careers, or are just feeling stuck, I can help. Life transitions such as divorce, emptynest, or midlife can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and unhappy. Working together will help you to clarify what you want, your purpose, understand what has gotten in your way, rebuild your self confidence, and will move you toward the career and life you have always wanted.
Christine Williams
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness, and that is something to be admired. Being strong doesn't mean we have to work through everything on our own. I practice from the belief that no matter how stuck or lost you may feel, growth and healing are always possible.
Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness, and that is something to be admired. Being strong doesn't mean we have to work through everything on our own. I practice from the belief that no matter how stuck or lost you may feel, growth and healing are always possible.
Elizabeth Ehret Bardwell
Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Not accepting new clients
Finding the right fit in a therapist is vital for success in therapy. I've been successful working with motivated individuals, couples and families who want to identify and work to resolve specific issues. I've helped couples reconnect with one another. I've helped individuals reduce their symptoms of anxiety, depression or addictive behaviors. I have experience helping to resolve trauma of various types. Transitions in life can be difficult and I am able to help with different stages in life like leaving home for the first time, empty nest, divorce, death of a spouse, changing jobs, retirement.
Finding the right fit in a therapist is vital for success in therapy. I've been successful working with motivated individuals, couples and families who want to identify and work to resolve specific issues. I've helped couples reconnect with one another. I've helped individuals reduce their symptoms of anxiety, depression or addictive behaviors. I have experience helping to resolve trauma of various types. Transitions in life can be difficult and I am able to help with different stages in life like leaving home for the first time, empty nest, divorce, death of a spouse, changing jobs, retirement.
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Navigating our way through life can feel challenging at times! Yet we all have unique strengths that we can build upon. As a seasoned therapist it is an honor to work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, or challenging life transitions. Offering compassionate therapeutic intervention and support, I provide an opportunity for self exploration, goal setting, and celebration of personal growth and achievement. My scope of services is an integrated blend of Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solutions Focused Therapy.
Navigating our way through life can feel challenging at times! Yet we all have unique strengths that we can build upon. As a seasoned therapist it is an honor to work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, or challenging life transitions. Offering compassionate therapeutic intervention and support, I provide an opportunity for self exploration, goal setting, and celebration of personal growth and achievement. My scope of services is an integrated blend of Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solutions Focused Therapy.
Wouldn't it be nice to be in the presence of an authentic, genuine person that has the capacity to listen deeply to your unique concerns and facilitate an experience of being understood? -- A person that welcomes you as a unique individual and has the capacity to work with you in a collaborative and creative manner. I am experienced in creating the kind of relationship that allows you to feel comfortable and safe with just being yourself. Grounded with this intention, we co-create the space and trust required for improving the quality of your life and wellness.
Wouldn't it be nice to be in the presence of an authentic, genuine person that has the capacity to listen deeply to your unique concerns and facilitate an experience of being understood? -- A person that welcomes you as a unique individual and has the capacity to work with you in a collaborative and creative manner. I am experienced in creating the kind of relationship that allows you to feel comfortable and safe with just being yourself. Grounded with this intention, we co-create the space and trust required for improving the quality of your life and wellness.
Melonie Pinder
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Castle, NH 03854 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Board Certified National Counselor. My background is in marketing and sales however, a few years ago, I decided to follow my passion and enter the Helping Profession. My focus with each client is to work with them to obtain the best possible version of themselves. To do that, I partner with the client to assist them in learning and implementing strategies and coping skills that can assist in getting them to a better feeling place. This is a process, and each step of the way, we will work together to obtain a better feeling place.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Board Certified National Counselor. My background is in marketing and sales however, a few years ago, I decided to follow my passion and enter the Helping Profession. My focus with each client is to work with them to obtain the best possible version of themselves. To do that, I partner with the client to assist them in learning and implementing strategies and coping skills that can assist in getting them to a better feeling place. This is a process, and each step of the way, we will work together to obtain a better feeling place.
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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.