Christian Therapists in Basking Ridge, NJ

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Eunice W Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Do you feel something needs to be processed but don’t know where to start? Do you need someone to listen to you and give constructive feedback so you can improve your insight into life matters? Hi, I’m Eunice Lee, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY and NJ . I am a psychotherapist and mental health educator. I’m warm, friendly, and caring. I find my passion in working with clients who want to help themselves. I have worked with clients of all age populations, from age 5 to older seniors (65+), and at various mental health settings, including in-home treatments, outpatient mental health centers, and assisted living facilities.
Do you feel something needs to be processed but don’t know where to start? Do you need someone to listen to you and give constructive feedback so you can improve your insight into life matters? Hi, I’m Eunice Lee, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY and NJ . I am a psychotherapist and mental health educator. I’m warm, friendly, and caring. I find my passion in working with clients who want to help themselves. I have worked with clients of all age populations, from age 5 to older seniors (65+), and at various mental health settings, including in-home treatments, outpatient mental health centers, and assisted living facilities.
(908) 866-8921 View (908) 866-8921
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Laura Falk - Mental Health Therapist LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920  (Online Only)
You're frustrated with the cycle of arguing with your partner - you fight over the same things all the time, but nothing is ever resolved. Arguments are filled with defensiveness, criticism, and blaming. Want to have productive conversations where you both feel heard, understood, and validated? You deserve to feel safe enough to share vulnerable feelings without being shut down. Laura helps partners feel and be more responsive, accessible, receptive, and connected to one another - learning to turn towards each other instead of away. If you're stuck or feeling blocked in your relationship, it's time for a change. See website for more
You're frustrated with the cycle of arguing with your partner - you fight over the same things all the time, but nothing is ever resolved. Arguments are filled with defensiveness, criticism, and blaming. Want to have productive conversations where you both feel heard, understood, and validated? You deserve to feel safe enough to share vulnerable feelings without being shut down. Laura helps partners feel and be more responsive, accessible, receptive, and connected to one another - learning to turn towards each other instead of away. If you're stuck or feeling blocked in your relationship, it's time for a change. See website for more
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Dr. Hui Shi Jiang | 3E Center Inc
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, NASP
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Are you seeking to truly understand your child’s educational or behavioral needs? Do you feel there is a gap between the guidance provided by professionals and what a school can do for your child? Are you frustrated by the lack of communication among various providers, leaving you to coordinate all the support your child needs? With extensive training in both psychology and education, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges. Formerly a teacher and a teacher educator, and now a licensed psychologist, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges, both at home and in school.
Are you seeking to truly understand your child’s educational or behavioral needs? Do you feel there is a gap between the guidance provided by professionals and what a school can do for your child? Are you frustrated by the lack of communication among various providers, leaving you to coordinate all the support your child needs? With extensive training in both psychology and education, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges. Formerly a teacher and a teacher educator, and now a licensed psychologist, I am uniquely positioned to understand your child’s challenges, both at home and in school.
(908) 774-2052 View (908) 774-2052
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Carmen Lynn Hodges
Psychologist, PsyD, LCADC
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920  (Online Only)
I am a NJ Licensed Psychologist & a NJ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor with more than 30 years experience. I use a biopsychosocial model of assessment. I have worked in a number of places including: a domestic violence shelter, prisons, drug treatment facilities, colleges, a high school, nursing facilities, Joint Base MDL & Disability Determinations. I provide Telemedicine Only treatment (not face to face). for State of NJ Residents Only. We meet through a therapy portal. I do not provide couples, or family therapy, or treatment in Spanish. Emails with a phone number typically get a faster response.
I am a NJ Licensed Psychologist & a NJ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor with more than 30 years experience. I use a biopsychosocial model of assessment. I have worked in a number of places including: a domestic violence shelter, prisons, drug treatment facilities, colleges, a high school, nursing facilities, Joint Base MDL & Disability Determinations. I provide Telemedicine Only treatment (not face to face). for State of NJ Residents Only. We meet through a therapy portal. I do not provide couples, or family therapy, or treatment in Spanish. Emails with a phone number typically get a faster response.
(609) 359-0293 View (609) 359-0293
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Michaela D'Urso
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
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Christine Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
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Lisa Blazek Luisi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Taking the first step to reach out for help is an act of strength and courage, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share my approach to therapy with you. Mental health issues are both common and complicated. They result from a combination of biological, psychological, social, and societal factors. We may not be able to see it readily, but many of us are struggling. We may be dealing with mental illness or simply feeling pain from difficult life situations. This is a challenging time for our nation and the world, and we are experiencing a common sense of anxiety, sadness, grief, and loss that can test our ability to cope.
Taking the first step to reach out for help is an act of strength and courage, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share my approach to therapy with you. Mental health issues are both common and complicated. They result from a combination of biological, psychological, social, and societal factors. We may not be able to see it readily, but many of us are struggling. We may be dealing with mental illness or simply feeling pain from difficult life situations. This is a challenging time for our nation and the world, and we are experiencing a common sense of anxiety, sadness, grief, and loss that can test our ability to cope.
(973) 218-4731 View (973) 218-4731
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Sue Henderson Tepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Are you unhappy, struggling to enjoy anything in your life? Are you waking up feeling exhausted, wondering where to get the energy to make it through your day? Are you worrying about everything, feeling so stressed and overwhelmed that it is hard to stay focused? Do you know what you must do but can’t find the energy or motivation to complete anything? Do you feel that you aren’t good at anything? Does your anxiety and worry affect everything you do? You don’t have to continue feeling this way; you deserve to be happy and feel good about yourself.
Are you unhappy, struggling to enjoy anything in your life? Are you waking up feeling exhausted, wondering where to get the energy to make it through your day? Are you worrying about everything, feeling so stressed and overwhelmed that it is hard to stay focused? Do you know what you must do but can’t find the energy or motivation to complete anything? Do you feel that you aren’t good at anything? Does your anxiety and worry affect everything you do? You don’t have to continue feeling this way; you deserve to be happy and feel good about yourself.
(732) 724-0195 View (732) 724-0195
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Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Laura Bridge
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist, with a wealth of experience working with adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in using Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and in treating anxiety, depression, trauma and personality disorders. I also have interests in neurodevelopmental disorders, female psychology, and value diversity and multiculturalism. I hold a non-judgmental stance, and work with you to meet your goals.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist, with a wealth of experience working with adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in using Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and in treating anxiety, depression, trauma and personality disorders. I also have interests in neurodevelopmental disorders, female psychology, and value diversity and multiculturalism. I hold a non-judgmental stance, and work with you to meet your goals.
(848) 280-7625 View (848) 280-7625
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Deb Kincade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Are you grieving a loss or recovering from a traumatic experience? Do you struggle with anxiety and depression? Are these struggles impacting your relationships, your marriage? With 20 years of experience, I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss and relationship issues. You may be exhausted from the roller coaster ride of emotions, restless sleep, and normal day-to-day tasks that keep piling up. Let me help you work through this difficult time so that you can experience a greater sense of hope, peace, meaning, fulfillment, purpose and direction in life.
Are you grieving a loss or recovering from a traumatic experience? Do you struggle with anxiety and depression? Are these struggles impacting your relationships, your marriage? With 20 years of experience, I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss and relationship issues. You may be exhausted from the roller coaster ride of emotions, restless sleep, and normal day-to-day tasks that keep piling up. Let me help you work through this difficult time so that you can experience a greater sense of hope, peace, meaning, fulfillment, purpose and direction in life.
(908) 402-6035 View (908) 402-6035
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Dana T Trudeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
I am known to provide a warm, and relaxed environment in which prospective clients (individuals, children, couples and families) can receive psychotherapeutic services in complete confidence. I have been practicing for over 30 years and have experience working with most clients symptoms and problems. The fee for my services is $125-150 per hour. I also accept most insurances I am in network with most insurances . "Change your thinking and change your world!...N.V. Peale. I am licensed in New Jersey , and am getting licensed in Nevada. Call for more information
I am known to provide a warm, and relaxed environment in which prospective clients (individuals, children, couples and families) can receive psychotherapeutic services in complete confidence. I have been practicing for over 30 years and have experience working with most clients symptoms and problems. The fee for my services is $125-150 per hour. I also accept most insurances I am in network with most insurances . "Change your thinking and change your world!...N.V. Peale. I am licensed in New Jersey , and am getting licensed in Nevada. Call for more information
(908) 349-1229 View (908) 349-1229
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Nadia Abdo
PhD
Verified Verified
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients at this time. When I do, I welcome all and offer a free 35 minute intro session. I specialize in Grief, Trauma, Relationship Challenges, Suicide, Emotion Regulation, Anxiety, Cultural Challenges, Work Challenges & Eating Disorders. My current work & previous experience includes: NASA, DEIB Specialist (Current); Santa Rosa Jr. College, Director of Res Life; Pacific Union College, Professor (2024); Berklee School of Music, Res Life Director (2023); Rutgers (2021-22) University at Buffalo, Assistant Director of Counseling (20-21); Dartmouth, Research Coord. (2020); Cornell University, Psychologist (2016-19).
Not accepting new clients at this time. When I do, I welcome all and offer a free 35 minute intro session. I specialize in Grief, Trauma, Relationship Challenges, Suicide, Emotion Regulation, Anxiety, Cultural Challenges, Work Challenges & Eating Disorders. My current work & previous experience includes: NASA, DEIB Specialist (Current); Santa Rosa Jr. College, Director of Res Life; Pacific Union College, Professor (2024); Berklee School of Music, Res Life Director (2023); Rutgers (2021-22) University at Buffalo, Assistant Director of Counseling (20-21); Dartmouth, Research Coord. (2020); Cornell University, Psychologist (2016-19).
(341) 888-6797 View (341) 888-6797
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Marcia Ryan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
We’ve all had moments when we’ve felt overwhelmed and stuck. Maybe you are coping with difficulties related to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use, or complex trauma. If you are searching for compassionate support, clarity, and an opportunity to overcome life’s challenges, I can help. I have therapeutic experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families. With a non-judgmental, strength-based approach, I can assist you with developing coping skills and new perspectives so you can live your most fulfilling, authentic life.
We’ve all had moments when we’ve felt overwhelmed and stuck. Maybe you are coping with difficulties related to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use, or complex trauma. If you are searching for compassionate support, clarity, and an opportunity to overcome life’s challenges, I can help. I have therapeutic experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families. With a non-judgmental, strength-based approach, I can assist you with developing coping skills and new perspectives so you can live your most fulfilling, authentic life.
(973) 791-4290 View (973) 791-4290

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Catherine Blake Sekel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960  (Online Only)
Welcome! Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious? Are you possibly feeling stuck in cycles of panic or depression? Hi, I'm Catherine a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years' experience. I specialize in Anxiety, OCD, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, bipolar, and mood disorders. I also specialize in therapy for women's issues specifically in parenting, pregnancy planning and Post Partum Anxiety/Depression.
Welcome! Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious? Are you possibly feeling stuck in cycles of panic or depression? Hi, I'm Catherine a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years' experience. I specialize in Anxiety, OCD, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, bipolar, and mood disorders. I also specialize in therapy for women's issues specifically in parenting, pregnancy planning and Post Partum Anxiety/Depression.
(862) 209-9350 View (862) 209-9350
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Jessica Furino
Pastoral Counselor
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
I provide compassionate, caring pastoral counseling that provides a comprehensive assessment: medical, nutritional, emotional, spiritual) proving a proactive and positive therapeutic plan to help my clients embrace a healthy Christian life.
I love helping others assess and overcome their challenges while embracing their strengths; physical, emotional, social and spiritual. You deserve to grow and embrace a full and abundant life. My diversified vocational ( nursing, business, writing, counseling and pastoral) background allows me to work and walk with my clients as they heal from their past and move forward to maximize their strengths and accomplish their goals.) If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a broken marriage, family dysfunction, career challenges or so many other things that hold us back from a life of joy, hope and peace...please call me.
I provide compassionate, caring pastoral counseling that provides a comprehensive assessment: medical, nutritional, emotional, spiritual) proving a proactive and positive therapeutic plan to help my clients embrace a healthy Christian life.
I love helping others assess and overcome their challenges while embracing their strengths; physical, emotional, social and spiritual. You deserve to grow and embrace a full and abundant life. My diversified vocational ( nursing, business, writing, counseling and pastoral) background allows me to work and walk with my clients as they heal from their past and move forward to maximize their strengths and accomplish their goals.) If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a broken marriage, family dysfunction, career challenges or so many other things that hold us back from a life of joy, hope and peace...please call me.
(508) 386-4035 View (508) 386-4035
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Angela Campbell-Osbourne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Hi, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of New Jersey who is a compassionate advocate for the emancipation of individuals' minds. I have worked twenty-one (21) years in the mental health service field, impacting the lives of individuals with emotional and mental issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, developmental & learning disabilities, behavioral challenges, and mental health illnesses. I offer counseling services to youth, adults, couples, and families. I am a Christian who strives to honor and practice Christ's Commandments of loving the Lord and my fellow human being by showing warmth.
Hi, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of New Jersey who is a compassionate advocate for the emancipation of individuals' minds. I have worked twenty-one (21) years in the mental health service field, impacting the lives of individuals with emotional and mental issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, developmental & learning disabilities, behavioral challenges, and mental health illnesses. I offer counseling services to youth, adults, couples, and families. I am a Christian who strives to honor and practice Christ's Commandments of loving the Lord and my fellow human being by showing warmth.
(908) 498-7857 View (908) 498-7857
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Annette Cruz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960  (Online Only)
I provide Christian counseling as well to those who would like to have a faith based therapy approach.
Accepting new clients! Do you feel overwhelmed with responsibilities or feel like you can't handle current life experiences? There is hope, you can overcome and making this decision is one of your first steps. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Marriage and Family Therapist. While I have an extensive experience in working with children and adolescents, as a therapist, I also has a passion to help adults, couples, parents and women reach their best potential and overcome life’s challenges. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
I provide Christian counseling as well to those who would like to have a faith based therapy approach.
Accepting new clients! Do you feel overwhelmed with responsibilities or feel like you can't handle current life experiences? There is hope, you can overcome and making this decision is one of your first steps. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Marriage and Family Therapist. While I have an extensive experience in working with children and adolescents, as a therapist, I also has a passion to help adults, couples, parents and women reach their best potential and overcome life’s challenges. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
(862) 727-7159 View (862) 727-7159
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Jillian Calotta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mendham, NJ 07945  (Online Only)
If requested, I am able to include Christian counseling as a part of treatment to help your mind, body and spirit grow together towards your ideal self.
I am proud of you for seeking help if life has felt hard lately. Are you struggling with anxiety, relationship conflicts, life transitions, or stress? Have you experienced the loss of someone special and the grief has felt like too much? Does faith play a big role in your life and you wish to incorporate that into your healing journey? Do you work in Law Enforcement? We can work together to unpack these issues that are getting in the way of you feeling like yourself again. You don't have to go through this alone and talking through these things and learning some new strategies will help bring back the peace in your life.
If requested, I am able to include Christian counseling as a part of treatment to help your mind, body and spirit grow together towards your ideal self.
I am proud of you for seeking help if life has felt hard lately. Are you struggling with anxiety, relationship conflicts, life transitions, or stress? Have you experienced the loss of someone special and the grief has felt like too much? Does faith play a big role in your life and you wish to incorporate that into your healing journey? Do you work in Law Enforcement? We can work together to unpack these issues that are getting in the way of you feeling like yourself again. You don't have to go through this alone and talking through these things and learning some new strategies will help bring back the peace in your life.
(973) 963-2797 View (973) 963-2797
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Ruth A Reyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
 I am also able to utilize a Faith Based Approach as a Christian Counselor to help you process trauma and overcome it understanding your purpose and calling in life.
Maybe you struggle with depression, anxiety, feelings of unhappiness or unfulfillment. Sometimes life’s adversities take the best of us, and leave us lost, feeling numb or trapped in a cycle of self sabotaging behaviors that perpetuate our suffering. Whether it is the sudden rupture of a relationship, abuse, a traumatic loss, a divorce, abandonment, or work related stressors, I view these experiences as opportunities to grow into a better version of the self. I commend you for being brave and contemplating the thought of a better present, leaving past hurt behind, and embracing healing with therapy.
 I am also able to utilize a Faith Based Approach as a Christian Counselor to help you process trauma and overcome it understanding your purpose and calling in life.
Maybe you struggle with depression, anxiety, feelings of unhappiness or unfulfillment. Sometimes life’s adversities take the best of us, and leave us lost, feeling numb or trapped in a cycle of self sabotaging behaviors that perpetuate our suffering. Whether it is the sudden rupture of a relationship, abuse, a traumatic loss, a divorce, abandonment, or work related stressors, I view these experiences as opportunities to grow into a better version of the self. I commend you for being brave and contemplating the thought of a better present, leaving past hurt behind, and embracing healing with therapy.
(973) 314-8103 View (973) 314-8103

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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.