Christian Therapists in Canton, TX
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Often times life throws a curveball our way and catches us unprepared for the path that now lies in front of us. Wherher its a significant loss, a major life adjustment, illness, anxiety, or relationship struggles, we all need help from time to time. As a licensed Christian psychologist, I value walking lifes most challenging paths alongside you and helping tou find solutions to your current situation. You don't have to grieve alone. You don't have to figure your next step out by your self. Help is available today for those who want healing from painful heart wounds
Often times life throws a curveball our way and catches us unprepared for the path that now lies in front of us. Wherher its a significant loss, a major life adjustment, illness, anxiety, or relationship struggles, we all need help from time to time. As a licensed Christian psychologist, I value walking lifes most challenging paths alongside you and helping tou find solutions to your current situation. You don't have to grieve alone. You don't have to figure your next step out by your self. Help is available today for those who want healing from painful heart wounds
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I offer counseling on a wide range of issues facing people today, and Christian counseling is also available upon request.
NOW OFFERING IN-PERSON OR ONLINE SESSIONS! "I am not what happened to me. I am who I choose to become." Stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and overwhelm can take us to a dark place. But we don't have to stay there. Life and relationships can be hard. But there is hope. As an experienced and compassionate therapist, I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families to help overcome trauma, alleviate anxiety and depression, build positive relationships and improve their lives. If needed, we can help connect you with someone to help you with medication management. You are not alone.
I offer counseling on a wide range of issues facing people today, and Christian counseling is also available upon request.
NOW OFFERING IN-PERSON OR ONLINE SESSIONS! "I am not what happened to me. I am who I choose to become." Stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and overwhelm can take us to a dark place. But we don't have to stay there. Life and relationships can be hard. But there is hope. As an experienced and compassionate therapist, I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families to help overcome trauma, alleviate anxiety and depression, build positive relationships and improve their lives. If needed, we can help connect you with someone to help you with medication management. You are not alone.
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I offer counseling on a wide range of issues facing people today, and Christian counseling is also available upon request.
NOW OFFERING IN-PERSON OR ONLINE SESSIONS! Stress & past trauma can sneak up & have us feeling stuck. Chemical & sexual addictions can effect our work, our marriages, our relationships, & our lives. The weight is heavy, but there is hope. For almost twenty years, I've worked with adults, adolescents, couples, & families to help them overcome all manner of addictions & traumas, alleviate anxiety & depression, improve relationships, & reach their personal & relational potential. If needed, we can also connect you with someone to help you with medication management. You are not alone.
I offer counseling on a wide range of issues facing people today, and Christian counseling is also available upon request.
NOW OFFERING IN-PERSON OR ONLINE SESSIONS! Stress & past trauma can sneak up & have us feeling stuck. Chemical & sexual addictions can effect our work, our marriages, our relationships, & our lives. The weight is heavy, but there is hope. For almost twenty years, I've worked with adults, adolescents, couples, & families to help them overcome all manner of addictions & traumas, alleviate anxiety & depression, improve relationships, & reach their personal & relational potential. If needed, we can also connect you with someone to help you with medication management. You are not alone.
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Ronda T Alaniz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Canton, TX 75103 (Online Only)
Greetings! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified school counselor with 10+ years of experience working in school and clinical settings. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral framework with solution-focused techniques to guide and empower clients. I am passionate about all aspects of counseling and believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion.
Greetings! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified school counselor with 10+ years of experience working in school and clinical settings. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral framework with solution-focused techniques to guide and empower clients. I am passionate about all aspects of counseling and believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion.
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Stacy M Pulley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton, TX 75103
Trauma hurts. It can be sudden, life-altering and overwhelming, or chronic, subtle and nearly unnoticeable, but either way it can change the way we think about others, the world, and unfortunately, ourselves. Dealing with the aftermath—changes in our relationships, lashing out toward self or others, feeling nothing and/or everything all at once—is sometimes as hard as the initial event, especially when society, friends and family and our own minds tell us to “just get over it.” Worse, sometimes we aren’t even sure where the trauma came from in the first place, leaving us confused and even feeling hopeless.
Trauma hurts. It can be sudden, life-altering and overwhelming, or chronic, subtle and nearly unnoticeable, but either way it can change the way we think about others, the world, and unfortunately, ourselves. Dealing with the aftermath—changes in our relationships, lashing out toward self or others, feeling nothing and/or everything all at once—is sometimes as hard as the initial event, especially when society, friends and family and our own minds tell us to “just get over it.” Worse, sometimes we aren’t even sure where the trauma came from in the first place, leaving us confused and even feeling hopeless.
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Welcome! From time to time, everyone has a circumstance in which they need to seek outside support. It’s a huge sign of strength to admit needing help. I commend you for taking the first step in the process of selecting a therapist. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or have a child with behavior issues? How is your family communicating? Are you stuck? Are you looking for an unbiased, empathetic, non judgmental listening ear? I am here for you. If you are committed to the therapeutic process & making changes, the sky is the limit!
Welcome! From time to time, everyone has a circumstance in which they need to seek outside support. It’s a huge sign of strength to admit needing help. I commend you for taking the first step in the process of selecting a therapist. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or have a child with behavior issues? How is your family communicating? Are you stuck? Are you looking for an unbiased, empathetic, non judgmental listening ear? I am here for you. If you are committed to the therapeutic process & making changes, the sky is the limit!
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Summer Allan Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, C-TFCBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton, TX 75103
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I know you are busy and need solutions fast. I have 31 years post graduate clinical experience in psychotherapy. My training and experience gives me an advantage when working with complex family dynamics such as divorce, custody and other traumas. I am accepting court ordered Child Custody Evaluations. I am comfortable giving expert testimony and being called as a witness when the situation presents itself. My ideal client is motivated, honest, and ready for relief. My humor- infused style of intervention tends to make the change process more bearable.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I know you are busy and need solutions fast. I have 31 years post graduate clinical experience in psychotherapy. My training and experience gives me an advantage when working with complex family dynamics such as divorce, custody and other traumas. I am accepting court ordered Child Custody Evaluations. I am comfortable giving expert testimony and being called as a witness when the situation presents itself. My ideal client is motivated, honest, and ready for relief. My humor- infused style of intervention tends to make the change process more bearable.
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Katie Farmer
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton, TX 75103
Do you feel like your past is affecting your present? Whether you’re in your late teens or 50s, old wounds and unhelpful patterns can hold you back. I offer a warm, genuine approach to help you understand and heal these issues. Together, we’ll build self-compassion, manage your emotions, and set healthy boundaries, so you can turn challenges into strengths and live a more fulfilling life.
Do you feel like your past is affecting your present? Whether you’re in your late teens or 50s, old wounds and unhelpful patterns can hold you back. I offer a warm, genuine approach to help you understand and heal these issues. Together, we’ll build self-compassion, manage your emotions, and set healthy boundaries, so you can turn challenges into strengths and live a more fulfilling life.
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Often, there is a point in life where we are unhappy with the status quo: our relationships are confusing and don’t satisfy; conflict seems inevitable and we aren’t functioning to our God-given potential. Perhaps that is why you are here, searching for a therapist. I understand that it is scary to start therapy but I will do my best to make you feel safe and comfortable. My approach is pretty simple. Most us of have patterns of thought and assumptions that were instilled in us as children, patterns that we don’t know how to change. Beneath that, lies the paralyzing fear that we can’t change.
Often, there is a point in life where we are unhappy with the status quo: our relationships are confusing and don’t satisfy; conflict seems inevitable and we aren’t functioning to our God-given potential. Perhaps that is why you are here, searching for a therapist. I understand that it is scary to start therapy but I will do my best to make you feel safe and comfortable. My approach is pretty simple. Most us of have patterns of thought and assumptions that were instilled in us as children, patterns that we don’t know how to change. Beneath that, lies the paralyzing fear that we can’t change.
Online Therapists
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The Well
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, TBRI, MA
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
The Well Counseling Center is a professional mental health care practice serving the area with office, and/or Telehealth. We sincerely believe there is hope, no matter their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychologically proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s needs with love and understanding. Sascha is an advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy
The Well Counseling Center is a professional mental health care practice serving the area with office, and/or Telehealth. We sincerely believe there is hope, no matter their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychologically proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual client’s needs with love and understanding. Sascha is an advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, marital, and online therapy
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Paul R. Cuppett, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mansfield, TX 76063
For some, my ability to address matters from a Christian perspective is a relief, some don't care, and others may not like the idea at all.
People generally don't seek out therapy when life or circumstances are going as they hoped or expected. For over 25 years, the practice of psychology has been my chosen profession. I consider it an honor to assist people in better understanding their circumstances and in identifying a path that can lead to growth and healing.
For some, my ability to address matters from a Christian perspective is a relief, some don't care, and others may not like the idea at all.
People generally don't seek out therapy when life or circumstances are going as they hoped or expected. For over 25 years, the practice of psychology has been my chosen profession. I consider it an honor to assist people in better understanding their circumstances and in identifying a path that can lead to growth and healing.
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Julie A Orsak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
I work with ages 14 and up in the areas of chemical dependency, codependency, love addiction, anxiety, depression, physical and sexual abuse, unresolved childhood issues, Christian counseling.
I was once told, "Everyone has problems, but those who are successful in life are the ones who got help." I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor with a Masters degree from the University of North Texas. I truly enjoy helping others find personal success and healing. Prior to being in private practice, I spent four years as a counselor at Grapevine Valley Hope, a residential chemical dependency treatment center, helping adults begin to overcome their addictions to drugs and alcohol. My personal style is down-to-earth, non-judgmental & accepting but also direct.
I work with ages 14 and up in the areas of chemical dependency, codependency, love addiction, anxiety, depression, physical and sexual abuse, unresolved childhood issues, Christian counseling.
I was once told, "Everyone has problems, but those who are successful in life are the ones who got help." I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor with a Masters degree from the University of North Texas. I truly enjoy helping others find personal success and healing. Prior to being in private practice, I spent four years as a counselor at Grapevine Valley Hope, a residential chemical dependency treatment center, helping adults begin to overcome their addictions to drugs and alcohol. My personal style is down-to-earth, non-judgmental & accepting but also direct.
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Nicovia R Bradley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, TX 75146 (Online Only)
I am diverse, able to work with Christian and non Christians.
I am purposed to serve those who deal with depression, anxiety, trauma, social anxiety, communication issues, lack of self-esteem and marital issues. I believe these areas are not confined and typically interrupt and disrupt the ability to enjoy life and impede growth. I want to help those who feel stuck, frustrated, agitated, confused, overwhelmed and hopeless. I want to partner with you to remove barriers, obstacles and stumbling blocks to see the potential to succeed beyond these experiences.
I am diverse, able to work with Christian and non Christians.
I am purposed to serve those who deal with depression, anxiety, trauma, social anxiety, communication issues, lack of self-esteem and marital issues. I believe these areas are not confined and typically interrupt and disrupt the ability to enjoy life and impede growth. I want to help those who feel stuck, frustrated, agitated, confused, overwhelmed and hopeless. I want to partner with you to remove barriers, obstacles and stumbling blocks to see the potential to succeed beyond these experiences.
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Katrina Benton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76014 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience working with adolescents and young and middle-aged adults. I earned an M.Ed. in School Counseling from Texas Christian University, a Professional Counseling Credential from Texas Wesleyan University, and a B.S. in Education from Langston University. I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, self-esteem/self-empowerment, job skills, divorce, and an array of other issues.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience working with adolescents and young and middle-aged adults. I earned an M.Ed. in School Counseling from Texas Christian University, a Professional Counseling Credential from Texas Wesleyan University, and a B.S. in Education from Langston University. I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, self-esteem/self-empowerment, job skills, divorce, and an array of other issues.
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George E King Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75261 (Online Only)
George E King Jr. is a seasoned counselor with a passion for helping individuals achieve their full potential across various stages of life. Known for his patient demeanor, kindness, attentive listening skills, and calm nature, George has counseled young children, adolescents, men and married couples. As a Christian, school teacher, school counselor, mentor and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), George has dedicated himself to serving and helping others navigate life’s most difficult challenges.
George E King Jr. is a seasoned counselor with a passion for helping individuals achieve their full potential across various stages of life. Known for his patient demeanor, kindness, attentive listening skills, and calm nature, George has counseled young children, adolescents, men and married couples. As a Christian, school teacher, school counselor, mentor and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), George has dedicated himself to serving and helping others navigate life’s most difficult challenges.
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Marion Appiah Stevenson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75211 (Online Only)
I am comfortable offering faith-based services based on Judeo- Christian values.
Are you ready to work in an empathetic and energetic environment? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or relational issues (even if that's in your relationship with yourself)? Want help figuring out your direction or purpose? If you answered yes, I'd like to work with you.
I am comfortable offering faith-based services based on Judeo- Christian values.
Are you ready to work in an empathetic and energetic environment? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or relational issues (even if that's in your relationship with yourself)? Want help figuring out your direction or purpose? If you answered yes, I'd like to work with you.
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The clients that work best with me are ready to identify obstacles that are preventing them from living a juicy and fulfilling life. I guide my clients to empower themselves and be survivors, not victims. I assign frequent homework and will not work harder than you. I will most often tell you what you don't want to hear, in a loving, kind way. I use a variety of treatment modalities in any given session. I also have extensive knowlege and resources regarding the 12 steps. If requested, I can counsel from a Christian perspective.
The clients that work best with me are ready to identify obstacles that are preventing them from living a juicy and fulfilling life. I guide my clients to empower themselves and be survivors, not victims. I assign frequent homework and will not work harder than you. I will most often tell you what you don't want to hear, in a loving, kind way. I use a variety of treatment modalities in any given session. I also have extensive knowlege and resources regarding the 12 steps. If requested, I can counsel from a Christian perspective.
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Becoming More Counseling, Coaching, & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockwall, TX 75032
I live in Rockwall, TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
I live in Rockwall, TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
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Katherine Lam
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013 (Online Only)
I am an EMDR-trained therapist, a Christian counselor, and a grief group facilitator.
您好!I'm Katherine! Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about where your life is headed? Are you trying to move past trauma or a toxic relationship? Improve your life skills whether you’re an adult or a teenager dealing with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, past or recent trauma, relationship problems, grief and other concerns. I'm here to walk you through the obstacles, difficulties and triumphs of the therapeutic process. My personal philosophy of counseling begins and ends with grace and a willingness to enter into an individual's experience alongside them. I have had great success working with teens and adults of all ages.
I am an EMDR-trained therapist, a Christian counselor, and a grief group facilitator.
您好!I'm Katherine! Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about where your life is headed? Are you trying to move past trauma or a toxic relationship? Improve your life skills whether you’re an adult or a teenager dealing with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, past or recent trauma, relationship problems, grief and other concerns. I'm here to walk you through the obstacles, difficulties and triumphs of the therapeutic process. My personal philosophy of counseling begins and ends with grace and a willingness to enter into an individual's experience alongside them. I have had great success working with teens and adults of all ages.
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Kara Blankenship
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, CPLC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Celina, TX 75009 (Online Only)
I work with Christian women who are experiencing stress, anxiety and other women's issues.
Sometimes motherhood feels impossible. You want to be different, but you keep finding yourself yelling at your children. The noise, the constant needs...the pressure from all sides, just keeps you going until you drop into bed at night, but then you can't even fall asleep because your mind won't shut down. You’re tired of feeling alone. Exhausted from it all. What would it be like if you could wake in the morning without the heaviness of the day that lies ahead? What if you could feel a sense of peace throughout your day rather than the guilt that grips you now? It seems those are only dreams.
I work with Christian women who are experiencing stress, anxiety and other women's issues.
Sometimes motherhood feels impossible. You want to be different, but you keep finding yourself yelling at your children. The noise, the constant needs...the pressure from all sides, just keeps you going until you drop into bed at night, but then you can't even fall asleep because your mind won't shut down. You’re tired of feeling alone. Exhausted from it all. What would it be like if you could wake in the morning without the heaviness of the day that lies ahead? What if you could feel a sense of peace throughout your day rather than the guilt that grips you now? It seems those are only dreams.
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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.