Christian Therapists in Johnstown, OH
At Fresh Start, we come with a wide range of specialties and skills to assist those of all ages and provide them through a trauma-informed lens, utilizing EMDR, CBT, DBT, traditional talk therapy, and Christian counseling.
You just want to breathe. You just want to hope. You just want to know that there can be a better tomorrow, a fresh start. You have tried it alone for long enough, and you have decided that it's time to bring in some reinforcements. At Fresh Start, we see each person as an individual and seek to fit treatment to his or her needs. We will be fair. We will be compassionate. We will be honest. We will be in it for as long as you are able or willing. Life can beat you up. It's not your fault. Give yourself the support you need in a judgment-free, kind, honest space. What do you have to lose?
At Fresh Start, we come with a wide range of specialties and skills to assist those of all ages and provide them through a trauma-informed lens, utilizing EMDR, CBT, DBT, traditional talk therapy, and Christian counseling.
You just want to breathe. You just want to hope. You just want to know that there can be a better tomorrow, a fresh start. You have tried it alone for long enough, and you have decided that it's time to bring in some reinforcements. At Fresh Start, we see each person as an individual and seek to fit treatment to his or her needs. We will be fair. We will be compassionate. We will be honest. We will be in it for as long as you are able or willing. Life can beat you up. It's not your fault. Give yourself the support you need in a judgment-free, kind, honest space. What do you have to lose?
Brandy Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnstown, OH 43031 (Online Only)
Hey there, I'm Brandy! I am a clinical social worker licensed in Ohio with 10 years of therapy experience. I have worked with a wide range of diverse clients who desire to make changes in their lives. I have collaborated with clients to center change around anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, family concerns, grief, self-esteem and effects of trauma and sexual assault. If you desire to understand your past experiences or areas you are currently concerned with better and then want to learn strategies to better manage or navigate through them, then we would be a great fit!
Hey there, I'm Brandy! I am a clinical social worker licensed in Ohio with 10 years of therapy experience. I have worked with a wide range of diverse clients who desire to make changes in their lives. I have collaborated with clients to center change around anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, family concerns, grief, self-esteem and effects of trauma and sexual assault. If you desire to understand your past experiences or areas you are currently concerned with better and then want to learn strategies to better manage or navigate through them, then we would be a great fit!
Everyone needs some help from time to time, and that's okay. Whether you desire healing from past events or you're stuck deciding which direction to take, I would love to come and walk beside you and be there with you. You are the expert on your life, but sometimes having a supportive partner in exploring your life can help. My practice and guiding orientation is a holistic approach, one that focuses on your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Every person is unique and I like to honor that by emphasizing your innate strengths and providing you with tools you need. I provide a safe place to share your hurts and to heal.
Everyone needs some help from time to time, and that's okay. Whether you desire healing from past events or you're stuck deciding which direction to take, I would love to come and walk beside you and be there with you. You are the expert on your life, but sometimes having a supportive partner in exploring your life can help. My practice and guiding orientation is a holistic approach, one that focuses on your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Every person is unique and I like to honor that by emphasizing your innate strengths and providing you with tools you need. I provide a safe place to share your hurts and to heal.
YRVCounseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnstown, OH 43031 (Online Only)
As a licensed professional counselor, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and wholeness in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest decisions, so congratulations on taking that step! I practiced for 20 years as a pastoral counselor, and in the last decade earned a clinical degree to enable understanding between faith and science. Moreover, I have shifted my main focus to female clients aged 25-75 who are struggling with anxiety, depression and work life balance.
As a licensed professional counselor, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and wholeness in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest decisions, so congratulations on taking that step! I practiced for 20 years as a pastoral counselor, and in the last decade earned a clinical degree to enable understanding between faith and science. Moreover, I have shifted my main focus to female clients aged 25-75 who are struggling with anxiety, depression and work life balance.
I know when looking for counseling the process can seem daunting. You have to worry about specializations, openings, the time it will take to get to and from the appointment, not to mention the appointment itself. At New Heights we focus on making the process as easy as possible, from helping connect you to the best clinician within the practice to providing the most advanced treatment options we can. You matter and we want to help you achieve not just your mental health goals but making joy a part of your life.
I know when looking for counseling the process can seem daunting. You have to worry about specializations, openings, the time it will take to get to and from the appointment, not to mention the appointment itself. At New Heights we focus on making the process as easy as possible, from helping connect you to the best clinician within the practice to providing the most advanced treatment options we can. You matter and we want to help you achieve not just your mental health goals but making joy a part of your life.
My professional history consists of 14 years in addiction counseling and an additional 3 years of mental health/relationship counseling. I believe the individual is comprised of four domains: Biological, Psychological, Social and Spiritual. In our search for purpose and meaning all of these domains must be addressed. I embrace a holistic approach to counseling which views the counselor as a trained professional- but not all knowing expert. While the client has problems; the client also has solutions. Through a therapeutic alliance, together we can develop a plan that will lead to a more fulfilling life.
My professional history consists of 14 years in addiction counseling and an additional 3 years of mental health/relationship counseling. I believe the individual is comprised of four domains: Biological, Psychological, Social and Spiritual. In our search for purpose and meaning all of these domains must be addressed. I embrace a holistic approach to counseling which views the counselor as a trained professional- but not all knowing expert. While the client has problems; the client also has solutions. Through a therapeutic alliance, together we can develop a plan that will lead to a more fulfilling life.
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Ebenezer Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062
Those seeking Christian counseling I am a Christian counseling Christians from a Biblical worldview.
Immediate Availability! I have Saturday appointments! Telehealth and In Office! Carl has a passion to be with the hurting and to make quality counseling affordable to anyone who is ready to work on themselves. Carl has 7 years of experience counseling adults struggling with life stressors, anxiety and depression. I have experience working with people of diverse races and life stages. He will work with you from a place of empathy.
Those seeking Christian counseling I am a Christian counseling Christians from a Biblical worldview.
Immediate Availability! I have Saturday appointments! Telehealth and In Office! Carl has a passion to be with the hurting and to make quality counseling affordable to anyone who is ready to work on themselves. Carl has 7 years of experience counseling adults struggling with life stressors, anxiety and depression. I have experience working with people of diverse races and life stages. He will work with you from a place of empathy.
Drew A. Adkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pataskala, OH 43062 (Online Only)
People who are seeking to heal from the past and establish ways to handle their future more effectively are inspirational. I hope today is your day to make that next move. I am a therapist that is client-led, and offers several different therapeutics approaches. I am a clinically trained master social worker doing Christian and Traditional therapy, per client’s guidance and request. Additionally, I love working with new therapists and am happy to provide clinical supervision hours as needed to aid in your journey to becoming an LISW.
People who are seeking to heal from the past and establish ways to handle their future more effectively are inspirational. I hope today is your day to make that next move. I am a therapist that is client-led, and offers several different therapeutics approaches. I am a clinically trained master social worker doing Christian and Traditional therapy, per client’s guidance and request. Additionally, I love working with new therapists and am happy to provide clinical supervision hours as needed to aid in your journey to becoming an LISW.
Bread of Life Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
New Albany, OH 43054 (Online Only)
While Christian counseling is my specialty my therapy can include this aspect or not based on your preferences and needs.
Hi, I'm Brooke, Are you having a hard time getting through your day? Do you find yourself struggling to do the things you love doing or even engage with friends? I'm here to help you get back on track one step at a time. I specialize in using mindfulness and CBT to help you manage symptoms and gain motivation and confidence.
While Christian counseling is my specialty my therapy can include this aspect or not based on your preferences and needs.
Hi, I'm Brooke, Are you having a hard time getting through your day? Do you find yourself struggling to do the things you love doing or even engage with friends? I'm here to help you get back on track one step at a time. I specialize in using mindfulness and CBT to help you manage symptoms and gain motivation and confidence.
Besides serving the Christian community, I am committed to providing services for people of ALL faiths and backgrounds.
The ideal client will be someone who comes to counseling with a willingness to work on the issues that are significantly affecting their lives and relationships. I enjoy working with adolescents as well as adults and am able to provide individual counseling, marital and relational counseling, as well as pastoral and spirituality counseling.
Besides serving the Christian community, I am committed to providing services for people of ALL faiths and backgrounds.
The ideal client will be someone who comes to counseling with a willingness to work on the issues that are significantly affecting their lives and relationships. I enjoy working with adolescents as well as adults and am able to provide individual counseling, marital and relational counseling, as well as pastoral and spirituality counseling.
Hannah Gaskins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pataskala, OH 43062 (Online Only)
You cry, probably more than you feel like you should. The anxiety is burying you alive and you feel as though there is just no way out of the pile of stressors. You often wonder... 'What is wrong with me?', 'Why can't I just be happy?', 'Why don't I like myself?' You want to live a life of joy, without the racing thoughts and flashbacks of random anxiety-driven events, and without feeling miserable every day. You want to love yourself again and work on improving your maladaptive habits.
You cry, probably more than you feel like you should. The anxiety is burying you alive and you feel as though there is just no way out of the pile of stressors. You often wonder... 'What is wrong with me?', 'Why can't I just be happy?', 'Why don't I like myself?' You want to live a life of joy, without the racing thoughts and flashbacks of random anxiety-driven events, and without feeling miserable every day. You want to love yourself again and work on improving your maladaptive habits.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
Jay R Griffith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
Pataskala, OH 43062 (Online Only)
Welcome. Thank you for taking a moment to looking into counseling as an option for a present care or concern you are carrying.
Welcome. Thank you for taking a moment to looking into counseling as an option for a present care or concern you are carrying.
My name is Sierra, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio. I work with those of us that struggle with personal issues of our daily lives and I have specifically worked with individuals dealing with severe mental illness.
My name is Sierra, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio. I work with those of us that struggle with personal issues of our daily lives and I have specifically worked with individuals dealing with severe mental illness.
Are you suffering from an eating disorder or trauma and want more for your life? My clients are doing the difficult work of normalizing eating patterns, and they acknowledge that there is so much more scary, yet satisfying healing to do. My passion is providing a safe and inviting space for people to do the deeper work. I enjoy working with teens and adults who are dealing with eating disorders, disordered eating, and trauma. I also treat anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image, life transitions, relationships, and perinatal mental health including birth trauma. I have a background in dance and education.
Are you suffering from an eating disorder or trauma and want more for your life? My clients are doing the difficult work of normalizing eating patterns, and they acknowledge that there is so much more scary, yet satisfying healing to do. My passion is providing a safe and inviting space for people to do the deeper work. I enjoy working with teens and adults who are dealing with eating disorders, disordered eating, and trauma. I also treat anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image, life transitions, relationships, and perinatal mental health including birth trauma. I have a background in dance and education.
Harmony Haven Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
New Albany, OH 43054
Hi there, I'm Stephanie Jones. I am currently under the supervision of M.K. Kasberg, LPCC-S. I specialize in providing guidance to individuals seeking to enhance their mental well-being, overcome obstacles, and cultivate healthier connections and self-confidence. I appreciate working with individuals and couples who are open to personal growth and willing to embrace techniques that can help shift their mindset from negative thoughts to more positive ones.
Hi there, I'm Stephanie Jones. I am currently under the supervision of M.K. Kasberg, LPCC-S. I specialize in providing guidance to individuals seeking to enhance their mental well-being, overcome obstacles, and cultivate healthier connections and self-confidence. I appreciate working with individuals and couples who are open to personal growth and willing to embrace techniques that can help shift their mindset from negative thoughts to more positive ones.
I use the training and expertise from my clinical work to provide you with tools that are proven to make a difference. My goal is to bring you evidence based, soulful guidance to help move you forward. Meet with me in person in our comfortable Upper Arlington location or schedule a telehealth session during your child’s nap time, on your lunch break, or between classes without stressing about finding childcare or fitting in a session + drive time on top of work deadlines or class assignments. Grab your laptop or curl up on our couch and connect with me in a way that’s convenient and comfortable for you.
I use the training and expertise from my clinical work to provide you with tools that are proven to make a difference. My goal is to bring you evidence based, soulful guidance to help move you forward. Meet with me in person in our comfortable Upper Arlington location or schedule a telehealth session during your child’s nap time, on your lunch break, or between classes without stressing about finding childcare or fitting in a session + drive time on top of work deadlines or class assignments. Grab your laptop or curl up on our couch and connect with me in a way that’s convenient and comfortable for you.
You’re not sure exactly when it happened. But recently, you’ve begun to feel like the spark in your relationship has fizzled out. It’s painful to remember the love and excitement you shared early on and how far you are from that now. You tell yourself that things will get easier, and the relationship will improve by itself. When this doesn’t happen, you begin to wonder if this is just how marriage is supposed to be. Maybe every relationship becomes stagnant eventually. But you’re not ready to give up that easily. You’re determined to reclaim the healthy, thriving relationship you both deserve – you’re just unsure how to achieve it.
You’re not sure exactly when it happened. But recently, you’ve begun to feel like the spark in your relationship has fizzled out. It’s painful to remember the love and excitement you shared early on and how far you are from that now. You tell yourself that things will get easier, and the relationship will improve by itself. When this doesn’t happen, you begin to wonder if this is just how marriage is supposed to be. Maybe every relationship becomes stagnant eventually. But you’re not ready to give up that easily. You’re determined to reclaim the healthy, thriving relationship you both deserve – you’re just unsure how to achieve it.
Anna Jakeway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Albany, OH 43054
Life throws many twists and turns in our direction and sometimes we may need a helping hand to navigate us through it. No one should have to face difficult times on their own, and we should have a safe place to share them. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help you process through these decisions in order to holistically grow as a person. Through counseling, I will utilize an eclectic approach by incorporating ACT, CBT, DBT, and person-centered interventions. I work with various populations with the mindset of valuing cultural diversity and acceptance of others.
Life throws many twists and turns in our direction and sometimes we may need a helping hand to navigate us through it. No one should have to face difficult times on their own, and we should have a safe place to share them. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help you process through these decisions in order to holistically grow as a person. Through counseling, I will utilize an eclectic approach by incorporating ACT, CBT, DBT, and person-centered interventions. I work with various populations with the mindset of valuing cultural diversity and acceptance of others.
Erin Pritchard: EMDR Intensives | Sex Therapy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New Albany, OH 43054 (Online Only)
You’re insightful, high-achieving, and place value on your health, relationships, & personal growth. Things are good, but you know they can be better. You've been in therapy before & come as far as you can "just talking about it." You’re ready to dig deeper & experience profound change. I work with clients to treat underlying causes of anxiety, low self esteem, trauma and PTSD, sexual dysfunction, & relationship concerns. I love facilitating this process with Intensive EMDR therapy. My clients are ready for change & don't want to spend years in therapy to get it. Most of my clients reach their goals in just 3-12 Intensive sessions.
You’re insightful, high-achieving, and place value on your health, relationships, & personal growth. Things are good, but you know they can be better. You've been in therapy before & come as far as you can "just talking about it." You’re ready to dig deeper & experience profound change. I work with clients to treat underlying causes of anxiety, low self esteem, trauma and PTSD, sexual dysfunction, & relationship concerns. I love facilitating this process with Intensive EMDR therapy. My clients are ready for change & don't want to spend years in therapy to get it. Most of my clients reach their goals in just 3-12 Intensive sessions.
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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.