Spirituality Therapists in Columbus, OH

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Seth Evans
Counselor, MACMHC, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43220
If you want to leave spirituality out of counseling, I will certainly respect your decision.
Could your relationship be enhanced? I assist couples who are looking to restore a struggling relationship as well as those looking to strengthen an already good situation. I have completed Level 3 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I also work with individuals to assist them in reaching their counseling goals related to anxiety, depression, and faith.
If you want to leave spirituality out of counseling, I will certainly respect your decision.
Could your relationship be enhanced? I assist couples who are looking to restore a struggling relationship as well as those looking to strengthen an already good situation. I have completed Level 3 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I also work with individuals to assist them in reaching their counseling goals related to anxiety, depression, and faith.
(614) 454-4638 x707 View (614) 454-4638 x707
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Laura Mae Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
I am a Christian Counselor, but I integrate spirituality into the counseling process in accordance with my clients' interest and comfort level.
As a trained therapist, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy and work with my clients to create personalized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed, I'm here to provide support and guidance. I meet my clients where they are and journey alongside them with whatever struggles and victories life may bring. Navigating this life can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone.
I am a Christian Counselor, but I integrate spirituality into the counseling process in accordance with my clients' interest and comfort level.
As a trained therapist, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy and work with my clients to create personalized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed, I'm here to provide support and guidance. I meet my clients where they are and journey alongside them with whatever struggles and victories life may bring. Navigating this life can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone.
(740) 631-6323 View (740) 631-6323
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Have Faith Christian Counseling
Counselor, LPCC-S, LCDC, III, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43203
Our faith-based counseling emphasizes spirituality over religion.
You are a spiritual being living a human experience, which may result in challenges wounding your body, mind and spirit. At Have Faith Christian Counseling you're offered "a caring hand in life's journey," and encouragement to take a mustard seed step of faith. A step toward your healing journey of achievement, awareness, creativity, forgiveness, fulfillment, joy, self love, love of others, peace and spiritual growth. There is hope! Be encouraged. Empower yourself today to begin living the positive life you were created to live.
Our faith-based counseling emphasizes spirituality over religion.
You are a spiritual being living a human experience, which may result in challenges wounding your body, mind and spirit. At Have Faith Christian Counseling you're offered "a caring hand in life's journey," and encouragement to take a mustard seed step of faith. A step toward your healing journey of achievement, awareness, creativity, forgiveness, fulfillment, joy, self love, love of others, peace and spiritual growth. There is hope! Be encouraged. Empower yourself today to begin living the positive life you were created to live.
(614) 515-4452 View (614) 515-4452
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Olive Branch Counseling Center, LLC
Counselor, MACC, LPCC-S, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43215
Recent training permits me to add scripture and prayer to clinically sound therapeutic interventions for those who desire spirituality in treatment.
Now accepting NEW Clients for a. limited time.. Olive Branch Counseling Center, LLC offers practical help for anger, anxiety, depression, grief and stress-related relationship problems. Primarily based in CBT intervention with availability for Christian and Pastoral Counseling, I specialize in multiculturally sensitive interventions for all and in particular to African-American and Latino communities. I also offer psychoeducational seminars to churches and community organizations on "Making Healthy Choices." Why not give me a call and permit me to help you "take care of yourself while taking care of others?"
Recent training permits me to add scripture and prayer to clinically sound therapeutic interventions for those who desire spirituality in treatment.
Now accepting NEW Clients for a. limited time.. Olive Branch Counseling Center, LLC offers practical help for anger, anxiety, depression, grief and stress-related relationship problems. Primarily based in CBT intervention with availability for Christian and Pastoral Counseling, I specialize in multiculturally sensitive interventions for all and in particular to African-American and Latino communities. I also offer psychoeducational seminars to churches and community organizations on "Making Healthy Choices." Why not give me a call and permit me to help you "take care of yourself while taking care of others?"
(614) 962-6404 View (614) 962-6404
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Amanda Degler
LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43085  (Online Only)
Finding yourself and reclaiming your identity/spirituality after abuse/trauma/hurt can be emotional and confusing, but I would be honored to walk with you through this process.
Are you ready to look at the childhood hurts and attachment wounds that are causing your current struggles? Past trauma/abuse can leave you with a negative view of yourself and leave you struggling to connect to others. Along with this, current stress can trigger past hurts, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward. Whether you are leaving a spiritually abusive environment, wanting to heal from childhood abuse/neglect, or leaving a bad relationship, I would love to come alongside you. We can work to retrain your nervous system, release negative beliefs and help you find your self and your spirituality again
Finding yourself and reclaiming your identity/spirituality after abuse/trauma/hurt can be emotional and confusing, but I would be honored to walk with you through this process.
Are you ready to look at the childhood hurts and attachment wounds that are causing your current struggles? Past trauma/abuse can leave you with a negative view of yourself and leave you struggling to connect to others. Along with this, current stress can trigger past hurts, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward. Whether you are leaving a spiritually abusive environment, wanting to heal from childhood abuse/neglect, or leaving a bad relationship, I would love to come alongside you. We can work to retrain your nervous system, release negative beliefs and help you find your self and your spirituality again
(216) 284-7521 View (216) 284-7521
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Krista Stanescu Seasons Counseling Services
Counselor, MSEd, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
Peppered into therapy, as needed may be bibliotherapy, nutrition and mental health, Reiki, spirituality, aromatherapy and whatever other adjunctive tools we can come up with together to treat you holistically, as we are much more than our uncomfortable symptoms.
I strongly believe in the strength, courage, and power of each individual to reach their fullest potential. My passion is to help those with Weight Mgmt., Self-Esteem/Social Anxiety, or Anxiety/Trauma and are seeking a better way to cope. We have many tools that can be utilized including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.) (similar to EMDR), Clinical Hypnosis, and CBT. If you are not familiar with A.R.T., please check it out! It is a fast brain rewiring intervention that allows us to heal from trauma and many other issues in ways that talk therapy alone often cannot reach.
Peppered into therapy, as needed may be bibliotherapy, nutrition and mental health, Reiki, spirituality, aromatherapy and whatever other adjunctive tools we can come up with together to treat you holistically, as we are much more than our uncomfortable symptoms.
I strongly believe in the strength, courage, and power of each individual to reach their fullest potential. My passion is to help those with Weight Mgmt., Self-Esteem/Social Anxiety, or Anxiety/Trauma and are seeking a better way to cope. We have many tools that can be utilized including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.) (similar to EMDR), Clinical Hypnosis, and CBT. If you are not familiar with A.R.T., please check it out! It is a fast brain rewiring intervention that allows us to heal from trauma and many other issues in ways that talk therapy alone often cannot reach.
(614) 929-6966 x728 View (614) 929-6966 x728
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Vanessa Vargas
Counselor, MS, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214  (Online Only)
My professional interests include the intersection of culture, identities, and spirituality with mental wellness.
I believe that people have the ability to change and heal through talk therapy. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment where my clients can become the individuals they want to be. My therapeutic style is an integration of psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal therapies, while always holding cultural identities and values. I use mind/body based practices to help individuals reduce stress and increase their sense of connectedness to themselves and others. I assist my clients in identifying barriers, maximizing their strengths, and building self-compassion from a position of empathy and genuineness.
My professional interests include the intersection of culture, identities, and spirituality with mental wellness.
I believe that people have the ability to change and heal through talk therapy. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment where my clients can become the individuals they want to be. My therapeutic style is an integration of psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal therapies, while always holding cultural identities and values. I use mind/body based practices to help individuals reduce stress and increase their sense of connectedness to themselves and others. I assist my clients in identifying barriers, maximizing their strengths, and building self-compassion from a position of empathy and genuineness.
(614) 362-4575 View (614) 362-4575
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Mary Thompson Counseling 2 Hope LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? In the midst of pain and suffering, Mary can help you find hope in an otherwise hopeless situation, ascertain peace in a difficult season, and rediscover joy. Is your struggle with mental health issues, dual diagnoses, emotional disturbance, grief/loss, trauma, abandonment, substance use, addiction, anxiety, depression, spirituality, anger, relationship issues, or co-dependency? Mary can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being.
Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? In the midst of pain and suffering, Mary can help you find hope in an otherwise hopeless situation, ascertain peace in a difficult season, and rediscover joy. Is your struggle with mental health issues, dual diagnoses, emotional disturbance, grief/loss, trauma, abandonment, substance use, addiction, anxiety, depression, spirituality, anger, relationship issues, or co-dependency? Mary can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being.
(614) 490-1658 View (614) 490-1658
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Jule Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43211  (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed with the stress of life? Do you grapple with loneliness? When you hear the word happy does this seem foreign to you? Do you feel there should be more in your life, but you can’t figure out what that more is? If any of this resonates with you reach out to me. I’m on a mission to help you fit the pieces of the puzzle of your life together. I work like a detective listening effectively to every detail of the story of you; to understand how your emotions, thoughts, body, and spirituality work together.
Are you overwhelmed with the stress of life? Do you grapple with loneliness? When you hear the word happy does this seem foreign to you? Do you feel there should be more in your life, but you can’t figure out what that more is? If any of this resonates with you reach out to me. I’m on a mission to help you fit the pieces of the puzzle of your life together. I work like a detective listening effectively to every detail of the story of you; to understand how your emotions, thoughts, body, and spirituality work together.
(970) 464-8510 View (970) 464-8510
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Jennifer Schrappe
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
I am a Christian Counselor, but I integrate spirituality into the counseling process in accordance with my clients' interest and comfort level.
Do you feel stuck, and can't get past something that's holding you back? Do you have panic attacks, flashbacks, or do you feel 'keyed up' much of the time? Are you suffering from the effects of trauma? Do you often feel anxious, and for no reason? Have your relationships suffered because of these symptoms? If so, I can help you. In fact, due to the treatment I offer, many of my clients who suffer from the effects of trauma require less than 10 sessions to experience significant symptom reduction.
I am a Christian Counselor, but I integrate spirituality into the counseling process in accordance with my clients' interest and comfort level.
Do you feel stuck, and can't get past something that's holding you back? Do you have panic attacks, flashbacks, or do you feel 'keyed up' much of the time? Are you suffering from the effects of trauma? Do you often feel anxious, and for no reason? Have your relationships suffered because of these symptoms? If so, I can help you. In fact, due to the treatment I offer, many of my clients who suffer from the effects of trauma require less than 10 sessions to experience significant symptom reduction.
(614) 699-5519 View (614) 699-5519
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Counseling 2 Hope LLC
Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43215
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, anger, relationships, mental health, emotional disturbance, spirituality, abandonment, substance use, or addiction? We can come along side you amid this pain and suffering.
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, anger, relationships, mental health, emotional disturbance, spirituality, abandonment, substance use, or addiction? We can come along side you amid this pain and suffering.
(614) 954-7085 View (614) 954-7085
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Shirita Cook
Counselor, MS, LPCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43232  (Online Only)
Is your thought life helping you are hurting you? Are there challenges from your past that are still impacting your present relationships, view of your self, or hindering your ability to see a happy healthy future for your self? If you are struggling with issues related to depression, grief, addiction, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, a transitional time in your life, or spirituality concerns, I'd be happy to help you heal, engage in the process of becoming your highest self, and begin to operate in purpose.
Is your thought life helping you are hurting you? Are there challenges from your past that are still impacting your present relationships, view of your self, or hindering your ability to see a happy healthy future for your self? If you are struggling with issues related to depression, grief, addiction, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, a transitional time in your life, or spirituality concerns, I'd be happy to help you heal, engage in the process of becoming your highest self, and begin to operate in purpose.
(614) 892-7706 View (614) 892-7706
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Gina M Menninger
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFTT
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43215
My approaches to therapy are rooted in spirituality and evidenced-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Family Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Gottman Methods, strengths-based therapy, and more.
Our time together in session is a thoughtful and collaborative process where we work towards building trust in a safe and non-judgmental environment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or background. My primary objective as a marriage and family therapist is to give you the tools you need to move forward in your life. I have personal and professional experience with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families living with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, ADHD, divorce, infidelity, and OCD.
My approaches to therapy are rooted in spirituality and evidenced-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Family Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Gottman Methods, strengths-based therapy, and more.
Our time together in session is a thoughtful and collaborative process where we work towards building trust in a safe and non-judgmental environment, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or background. My primary objective as a marriage and family therapist is to give you the tools you need to move forward in your life. I have personal and professional experience with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families living with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, ADHD, divorce, infidelity, and OCD.
(614) 956-3051 View (614) 956-3051
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Kelley Smith
Counselor, MA LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206
Not accepting new clients
Clients seeking my services have typically gone through very difficult circumstances and are looking for assistance in rebuilding parts of their life. My practice is open to the full diversity of human beings: all expressions of sexuality, gender identification, personal or ethnic culture, social location, religion/spirituality, absence of religion/spirituality, or other unique framework of identity you hold.
Clients seeking my services have typically gone through very difficult circumstances and are looking for assistance in rebuilding parts of their life. My practice is open to the full diversity of human beings: all expressions of sexuality, gender identification, personal or ethnic culture, social location, religion/spirituality, absence of religion/spirituality, or other unique framework of identity you hold.
(380) 212-3583 View (380) 212-3583
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Autumn Crawford
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43206
Autumn has clinical experience in working with kids, teens, and families struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, difficult life transitions, spirituality, grief, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, sexuality, and ADHD.
Autumn’s priorities in therapy are placed firmly on the needs and goals of her clients. She believes in the healing power of people, meaningful change and personal growth and her goal is to help provide that pathway for clients. Her therapeutic style is integrated with a client-centered, strength-based and empathetically- attuned approach, and is offered through evidenced-based practices. Each client relationship is grounded with a rich, therapeutic alliance which allows for the individual or family to identify and resolve issues, repair or build lasting and meaningful connections or overcome emotional burdens.
Autumn has clinical experience in working with kids, teens, and families struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, difficult life transitions, spirituality, grief, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, sexuality, and ADHD.
Autumn’s priorities in therapy are placed firmly on the needs and goals of her clients. She believes in the healing power of people, meaningful change and personal growth and her goal is to help provide that pathway for clients. Her therapeutic style is integrated with a client-centered, strength-based and empathetically- attuned approach, and is offered through evidenced-based practices. Each client relationship is grounded with a rich, therapeutic alliance which allows for the individual or family to identify and resolve issues, repair or build lasting and meaningful connections or overcome emotional burdens.
(614) 953-6524 View (614) 953-6524
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Katie Kovacs
Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43219
Katie specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of eating disorders (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and disordered eating), anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and related issues. Other areas of clinical interest for Katie include: embodiment; shame and vulnerability; autoimmune issues and eating disorders; giftedness and eating disorders; sexual anorexia/bulimia; and eating disorders and spirituality. Katie is an EMDR trained therapist, and she strives to be client-centered, trauma-informed, and justice-informed in her practice.
Katie specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of eating disorders (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and disordered eating), anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and related issues. Other areas of clinical interest for Katie include: embodiment; shame and vulnerability; autoimmune issues and eating disorders; giftedness and eating disorders; sexual anorexia/bulimia; and eating disorders and spirituality. Katie is an EMDR trained therapist, and she strives to be client-centered, trauma-informed, and justice-informed in her practice.
(614) 468-3915 View (614) 468-3915
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Alisha Nicole Fleming
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43212
I offer trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling for a variety of issues, incorporating creativity and spirituality in sessions if preferred.
Approachable, warm-hearted LGBTQ+ identifying and affirming counselor and clinical supervisor with a passion for neurodivergence, religious trauma, and trauma-informed care with 14 years of experience.
I offer trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling for a variety of issues, incorporating creativity and spirituality in sessions if preferred.
Approachable, warm-hearted LGBTQ+ identifying and affirming counselor and clinical supervisor with a passion for neurodivergence, religious trauma, and trauma-informed care with 14 years of experience.
(614) 825-3977 View (614) 825-3977
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Cherie Mannino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43202
"We have more possibilities available in each moment than we realize." This quote by Thich Nhat Hanh expresses my belief. For over 20 years in the field of Mental Health, it has been my pleasure to accompany others on their journey, working with all issues including relationships, life transitions, stress managment, habits, health, nutrition, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma and spirituality. My perspective is strength-based and views you, a whole person within your unique situation, rather than the typical pathology based medical model of care.
"We have more possibilities available in each moment than we realize." This quote by Thich Nhat Hanh expresses my belief. For over 20 years in the field of Mental Health, it has been my pleasure to accompany others on their journey, working with all issues including relationships, life transitions, stress managment, habits, health, nutrition, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma and spirituality. My perspective is strength-based and views you, a whole person within your unique situation, rather than the typical pathology based medical model of care.
(614) 618-3564 View (614) 618-3564
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Donna Sigl Davies
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Waitlist for new clients
When life is too much, allow me the honor to help you come home to self and make life beautiful. I work with clients who genuinely want to find resilience, wholeness and beauty in life. My clients are diverse in race, ethnicity, spirituality, gender and sexual identity and nationality. Many tend to be caring, service-oriented people. Some are quite creative. Therapy and self-care help them to be stronger for themselves first, but also for those they love, in their career and for the world at large. "I have arrived. I am home." -Thich Nhat Hanh
When life is too much, allow me the honor to help you come home to self and make life beautiful. I work with clients who genuinely want to find resilience, wholeness and beauty in life. My clients are diverse in race, ethnicity, spirituality, gender and sexual identity and nationality. Many tend to be caring, service-oriented people. Some are quite creative. Therapy and self-care help them to be stronger for themselves first, but also for those they love, in their career and for the world at large. "I have arrived. I am home." -Thich Nhat Hanh
(380) 333-5471 View (380) 333-5471
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Nicole Rendulic
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43215  (Online Only)
I integrate trauma interventions, changing negative beliefs, spirituality as preferred, and teaching effective coping skills to feel your best.
Hello, I'm Nicole. Do you feel overwhelmed, pushing others away though lonelier than ever, constantly in survival mode, beating yourself up, missing your old self, or trying harder but still feeling worse?
I integrate trauma interventions, changing negative beliefs, spirituality as preferred, and teaching effective coping skills to feel your best.
Hello, I'm Nicole. Do you feel overwhelmed, pushing others away though lonelier than ever, constantly in survival mode, beating yourself up, missing your old self, or trying harder but still feeling worse?
(513) 540-1596 View (513) 540-1596
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Spirituality Therapists

What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?

Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.

What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?

There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.

Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?

Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.

How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?

​​Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.