Spirituality Therapists in Village, TX

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Shannon Carl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Village, TX 75205
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults (21+) whose presenting concerns are most often related to anxiety, depression, grief, spirituality, "religious deconstruction," "purity culture," "religious reconstruction," sexuality, and relationships. My guiding therapeutic modalities are attachment-focused and trauma-informed (advanced training in Somatic Experiencing). I am also trained in ACT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (and EFIT), and the Gottman Method for couples. My practice is open to people of every religious tradition and people with no religious affiliation. I welcome married and unmarried couples into couple therapy.
I work with adults (21+) whose presenting concerns are most often related to anxiety, depression, grief, spirituality, "religious deconstruction," "purity culture," "religious reconstruction," sexuality, and relationships. My guiding therapeutic modalities are attachment-focused and trauma-informed (advanced training in Somatic Experiencing). I am also trained in ACT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (and EFIT), and the Gottman Method for couples. My practice is open to people of every religious tradition and people with no religious affiliation. I welcome married and unmarried couples into couple therapy.
(254) 328-1116 View (254) 328-1116
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Kristine Keller
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Village, TX 75205
Overwhelmed. Exhausted. Numb. These may be some of the feelings you are experiencing right now. You want something to be different, but you don’t know where to start. You may feel so consumed with taking care of others that part of you has gotten lost and you don’t know how to get back to “you.” The days go by, but it’s hard to truly connect with and trust others. You may question whether you can even trust yourself. Life has turned into avoiding pain, and the more you push the difficult feelings down, the more overwhelmed and alone you feel. If you are reading this page, some part of you is longing for something to be different.
Overwhelmed. Exhausted. Numb. These may be some of the feelings you are experiencing right now. You want something to be different, but you don’t know where to start. You may feel so consumed with taking care of others that part of you has gotten lost and you don’t know how to get back to “you.” The days go by, but it’s hard to truly connect with and trust others. You may question whether you can even trust yourself. Life has turned into avoiding pain, and the more you push the difficult feelings down, the more overwhelmed and alone you feel. If you are reading this page, some part of you is longing for something to be different.
(469) 414-0843 View (469) 414-0843
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Sanctuary Safe Haven Counseling Hattie L Kennedy
LPC-Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Village, TX 75205
Our goal in therapy will be helping you to explore who you are today and what has shaped you into this person. Our focus is on the whole being, i.e., body, soul, and spirit, as one cannot enjoy optimal life except that all aspects of one’s being is in harmony, i.e., healthy. Any dysfunction in the being leads to dysfunction in one’s lived experience. Lack of harmony stunts mental, emotional, and spiritual growth leading to stunted self-image, stunted ability to make productive choices, and stunted relationships.
Our goal in therapy will be helping you to explore who you are today and what has shaped you into this person. Our focus is on the whole being, i.e., body, soul, and spirit, as one cannot enjoy optimal life except that all aspects of one’s being is in harmony, i.e., healthy. Any dysfunction in the being leads to dysfunction in one’s lived experience. Lack of harmony stunts mental, emotional, and spiritual growth leading to stunted self-image, stunted ability to make productive choices, and stunted relationships.
(469) 652-8463 View (469) 652-8463
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Nina Calmenson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Village, TX 75205
Hi, I’m Dr. Nina, licensed psychologist in Texas. I specialize in parent consultation, family, dyad, and couples therapy. Do you want to communicate with your partner but end up fighting instead? Do you feel like your relationship is going around in a circle? Both of you doing the same thing over and over, never truly resolving the underlying problem. Do you want to understand and feel close to your teen again? But they seem to be getting farther and farther away. Do you notice that your family’s status quo is no longer working? But you don’t know how to change it. If these questions resonate with you, you're in the right place.
Hi, I’m Dr. Nina, licensed psychologist in Texas. I specialize in parent consultation, family, dyad, and couples therapy. Do you want to communicate with your partner but end up fighting instead? Do you feel like your relationship is going around in a circle? Both of you doing the same thing over and over, never truly resolving the underlying problem. Do you want to understand and feel close to your teen again? But they seem to be getting farther and farther away. Do you notice that your family’s status quo is no longer working? But you don’t know how to change it. If these questions resonate with you, you're in the right place.
(469) 966-7632 View (469) 966-7632

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Norman Klaunig – Grief + Trauma + Spirituality Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75235  (Online Only)
Some areas I work with are Trauma and PTSD (using EMDR as appropriate), grief, spirituality, anxiety, stress, depression, and domestic abuse.
Early morning, evening, and Saturday appointments available. Your family and even many therapists don't understand you and are not open. Anxiety, relationship issues, numbness, and negative self-image can be signs of trauma. The life transitions you are going through feel harder than you think they should. You feel like you are carrying a heavy load that no one else can see and are disillusioned. Perhaps you had spiritual experiences or dreams you cannot make sense of. You don't know what to believe anymore. But you've had enough of this. You want hope and meaning in your life. I get you. Let me help you move from pain to purpose!
Some areas I work with are Trauma and PTSD (using EMDR as appropriate), grief, spirituality, anxiety, stress, depression, and domestic abuse.
Early morning, evening, and Saturday appointments available. Your family and even many therapists don't understand you and are not open. Anxiety, relationship issues, numbness, and negative self-image can be signs of trauma. The life transitions you are going through feel harder than you think they should. You feel like you are carrying a heavy load that no one else can see and are disillusioned. Perhaps you had spiritual experiences or dreams you cannot make sense of. You don't know what to believe anymore. But you've had enough of this. You want hope and meaning in your life. I get you. Let me help you move from pain to purpose!
(210) 361-3066 View (210) 361-3066
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Soul Revival Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205  (Online Only)
I specialize in Attachment and Developmental Trauma, Codependency, and Christian Spirituality.
Is it important for you to merge your faith with your mental health? I'm passionate about bridging the gaps of psychology, faith, and neuroscience because they all play a part in our overall wellness. I help my clients find freedom from the shackles of trauma, codependency, and addiction so they can discover authentic wholeness, connection, resilience, and purpose beyond their pain. I meet you on a deep spiritual level to help you heal in relationship with God, and walk alongside you to face the inescapable burdens that come with this broken world. Let's unveil the renewed self which you are called to be.
I specialize in Attachment and Developmental Trauma, Codependency, and Christian Spirituality.
Is it important for you to merge your faith with your mental health? I'm passionate about bridging the gaps of psychology, faith, and neuroscience because they all play a part in our overall wellness. I help my clients find freedom from the shackles of trauma, codependency, and addiction so they can discover authentic wholeness, connection, resilience, and purpose beyond their pain. I meet you on a deep spiritual level to help you heal in relationship with God, and walk alongside you to face the inescapable burdens that come with this broken world. Let's unveil the renewed self which you are called to be.
(210) 942-9513 View (210) 942-9513
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Dr. Corinne Webster
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MHSP, CSC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206  (Online Only)
I view counseling as a journey of awareness, growth, and self-compassion. As your travel companion, I aim to provide insight, encouragement, and a gentle nudge to help you reach your destination. I work with individuals, groups, and families of all ages and backgrounds and have specialized experience helping clients with issues of anxiety, grief, trauma, spirituality, self-harm, and gender identity. When appropriate, I offer dreamwork, sandtray therapy, and psychotherapeutic Reiki interventions. My approach is collaborative and respectful, primarily drawing from an integration of humanistic, cognitive, and narrative frameworks.
I view counseling as a journey of awareness, growth, and self-compassion. As your travel companion, I aim to provide insight, encouragement, and a gentle nudge to help you reach your destination. I work with individuals, groups, and families of all ages and backgrounds and have specialized experience helping clients with issues of anxiety, grief, trauma, spirituality, self-harm, and gender identity. When appropriate, I offer dreamwork, sandtray therapy, and psychotherapeutic Reiki interventions. My approach is collaborative and respectful, primarily drawing from an integration of humanistic, cognitive, and narrative frameworks.
(423) 205-4867 View (423) 205-4867
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Dr. Von Eaglin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, PLLC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205
Additionally, I have broad experience with athletes, women's issues, masculinity, multicultural populations, anger management, identity issues, suicidality, spirituality, grief, domestic violence, and parent skills training.
It is an honor to serve as your psychotherapist. Together, we will help you effectively manage relationships, gain insight, alleviate stress, handle anxiety, and cope with depression. You will experience improved communication, increased emotional intelligence, and learn coping mechanisms for your life. I use a research-based methodology as well as skillful expertise to help you experience improved health and well-being. I will strive to give you quality care, empathetic understanding, and strong rapport with a competent counselor you can trust. My goal is to help you face life's challenges with confidence.
Additionally, I have broad experience with athletes, women's issues, masculinity, multicultural populations, anger management, identity issues, suicidality, spirituality, grief, domestic violence, and parent skills training.
It is an honor to serve as your psychotherapist. Together, we will help you effectively manage relationships, gain insight, alleviate stress, handle anxiety, and cope with depression. You will experience improved communication, increased emotional intelligence, and learn coping mechanisms for your life. I use a research-based methodology as well as skillful expertise to help you experience improved health and well-being. I will strive to give you quality care, empathetic understanding, and strong rapport with a competent counselor you can trust. My goal is to help you face life's challenges with confidence.
(940) 282-2265 View (940) 282-2265
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Michelle R. Murray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75225
I work with adults over twenty-one. This includes individuals, couples, and families. Within those groups, I accept both long-term and short-term clients. My areas of specialty are depression/anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, geriatric issues, spirituality, and life transitions.
I work with adults over twenty-one. This includes individuals, couples, and families. Within those groups, I accept both long-term and short-term clients. My areas of specialty are depression/anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, geriatric issues, spirituality, and life transitions.
(469) 291-9453 View (469) 291-9453
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Josh McAdams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219  (Online Only)
TEXAS - Statewide Psychotherapy via Telehealth: All sessions are virtual. My practice, OUTCoaching & Psychotherapy, has the sole focus of working with men who have sex and relationships with men. I know many of you are seeking solutions, mental clarity, confidence, emotional maturity, wisdom, and even spirituality. You might be struggling with the pros and cons that come with apps and hooking up. You could be making tough choices about your sex and relationship needs. You may be dealing with fear, shame, guilt, and sadness. I work patiently with men to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, grief, and other challenges.
TEXAS - Statewide Psychotherapy via Telehealth: All sessions are virtual. My practice, OUTCoaching & Psychotherapy, has the sole focus of working with men who have sex and relationships with men. I know many of you are seeking solutions, mental clarity, confidence, emotional maturity, wisdom, and even spirituality. You might be struggling with the pros and cons that come with apps and hooking up. You could be making tough choices about your sex and relationship needs. You may be dealing with fear, shame, guilt, and sadness. I work patiently with men to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, grief, and other challenges.
(833) 999-1857 View (833) 999-1857
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Ryan Casey Waller
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205
I work with couples and individuals. Many of my clients seek me out when experiencing significant life transitions like a divorce or an existential crisis related to vocation or spirituality. I also work with many people who are interested in reevaluating their relationship with alcohol or another substance.
I work with couples and individuals. Many of my clients seek me out when experiencing significant life transitions like a divorce or an existential crisis related to vocation or spirituality. I also work with many people who are interested in reevaluating their relationship with alcohol or another substance.
(682) 204-9330 View (682) 204-9330
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Courtney Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
Always feeling inadequate from your drive to be perfect? Perfectionism comes with feeling uneasy when making mistakes, high expectations, self-criticism, and good enough is unacceptable. Thinking that being perfect will lead to a happier life usually lends to finding an unfulfilled life. Growth transpires when you let go of holding yourself to the unattainable standards. I specialize in helping clients starting at age 8 to adult struggling with perfectionism, anxiety, Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, spirituality development, behavioral issues, LGBTQIA support, and relationship issues.
Always feeling inadequate from your drive to be perfect? Perfectionism comes with feeling uneasy when making mistakes, high expectations, self-criticism, and good enough is unacceptable. Thinking that being perfect will lead to a happier life usually lends to finding an unfulfilled life. Growth transpires when you let go of holding yourself to the unattainable standards. I specialize in helping clients starting at age 8 to adult struggling with perfectionism, anxiety, Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, spirituality development, behavioral issues, LGBTQIA support, and relationship issues.
(360) 230-5632 View (360) 230-5632
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Jesmond Akeem Fair
Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75225
In my work, I center the voices of those with minoritized/oppressed identities (e.g., Black people, People of Color, LGBTQIA+, trans, gender-expansive people, and people in nontraditional relationship configurations). I have extensive experience working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, identity exploration (ethnic, racial, gender, and/or sexual identity), intersectionality, PTSD & Trauma, racial & oppression-based traumatic stress, and relationship concerns. I am also comfortable integrating religion/spirituality into our therapeutic work. My therapeutic sweet-spot is working with Q+BIPOC individuals and couples.
In my work, I center the voices of those with minoritized/oppressed identities (e.g., Black people, People of Color, LGBTQIA+, trans, gender-expansive people, and people in nontraditional relationship configurations). I have extensive experience working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, identity exploration (ethnic, racial, gender, and/or sexual identity), intersectionality, PTSD & Trauma, racial & oppression-based traumatic stress, and relationship concerns. I am also comfortable integrating religion/spirituality into our therapeutic work. My therapeutic sweet-spot is working with Q+BIPOC individuals and couples.
(404) 777-4603 View (404) 777-4603
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Daisha K Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping highly sensitive and intuitive people reach radical self-acceptance and self-love through vulnerability. I enjoy helping people go through the murky waters of their subconscious mind to identify and understand their trauma, conditioning and core beliefs to heal; which allows them to live a more aligned and authentic life. I truly believe that to unlock the abundance of the Universe, you have to be in alignment with your highest self. I am obsessed with human behavior, Astrology, Spirituality and Psychology and this knowledge adds to my toolkit and how I practice.
I am passionate about helping highly sensitive and intuitive people reach radical self-acceptance and self-love through vulnerability. I enjoy helping people go through the murky waters of their subconscious mind to identify and understand their trauma, conditioning and core beliefs to heal; which allows them to live a more aligned and authentic life. I truly believe that to unlock the abundance of the Universe, you have to be in alignment with your highest self. I am obsessed with human behavior, Astrology, Spirituality and Psychology and this knowledge adds to my toolkit and how I practice.
(434) 443-6333 View (434) 443-6333
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Mallory Murphy
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
I help clients with anxiety, depression, spirituality, relationship issues, and issues specific to women, empowering them to process their stories, find their true selves, and live intentionally, regardless of life's pain.
You're wondering what your life could be like "if...". You know you're not satisfied with how things are going or how you're feeling, but you're unsure where to start. You might feel overwhelmed, isolated, or lost. You've made decisions you don't understand and don't like who you've become. You're not alone; it doesn't have to be this way. I help individuals and couples navigate the effects of their past hurts and current struggles and move forward toward the life they want. You may not be able to change your circumstances, but we can work together to determine your goals, find perspective, and meet your needs.
I help clients with anxiety, depression, spirituality, relationship issues, and issues specific to women, empowering them to process their stories, find their true selves, and live intentionally, regardless of life's pain.
You're wondering what your life could be like "if...". You know you're not satisfied with how things are going or how you're feeling, but you're unsure where to start. You might feel overwhelmed, isolated, or lost. You've made decisions you don't understand and don't like who you've become. You're not alone; it doesn't have to be this way. I help individuals and couples navigate the effects of their past hurts and current struggles and move forward toward the life they want. You may not be able to change your circumstances, but we can work together to determine your goals, find perspective, and meet your needs.
(469) 949-6951 View (469) 949-6951
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Scott M Nelson, PhD, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75225
Problems in love and work, as well as symptoms of depression and anxiety, often lead people to seek therapy. Psychotherapy allows for the safe exploration of painful problems and resolution of conflicts underlying them. As trust develops, individuals explore their inner feelings related to anger, intimacy, and spirituality. Before treatment, these feelings are frequently blocked and unavailable in useful ways. Psychotherapy helps individuals view themselves in new ways. Psychotherapy can be an emotional education resulting in lasting changes. Therapy frequently ends increased personal freedom to make wise choices for oneself in the context of one's community.
Problems in love and work, as well as symptoms of depression and anxiety, often lead people to seek therapy. Psychotherapy allows for the safe exploration of painful problems and resolution of conflicts underlying them. As trust develops, individuals explore their inner feelings related to anger, intimacy, and spirituality. Before treatment, these feelings are frequently blocked and unavailable in useful ways. Psychotherapy helps individuals view themselves in new ways. Psychotherapy can be an emotional education resulting in lasting changes. Therapy frequently ends increased personal freedom to make wise choices for oneself in the context of one's community.
(972) 236-5861 View (972) 236-5861
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Jenni Jennings
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
Jennings is an esteemed presenter on child and adolescent mental health, family therapy, spirituality, trauma, and family support policies on both the national and international stage.
I specialize in treating couples, families, children, and adolescents. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, emphasizing self-awareness and tailored to individual needs. I help couples untangle their miscommunications and conflicts to regain the underlying love, attraction, and respect in their relationships. I value each person’s self-knowledge and believe in an empathetic approach that recognizes our respective awarenesses to work towards specific goals. I foster warm, supportive and nonjudgmental environments, where I aim to identify strengths and enhance communication to create lasting change.
Jennings is an esteemed presenter on child and adolescent mental health, family therapy, spirituality, trauma, and family support policies on both the national and international stage.
I specialize in treating couples, families, children, and adolescents. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, emphasizing self-awareness and tailored to individual needs. I help couples untangle their miscommunications and conflicts to regain the underlying love, attraction, and respect in their relationships. I value each person’s self-knowledge and believe in an empathetic approach that recognizes our respective awarenesses to work towards specific goals. I foster warm, supportive and nonjudgmental environments, where I aim to identify strengths and enhance communication to create lasting change.
(469) 840-1819 View (469) 840-1819
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James E. Robbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75225  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, or relationship and family issues? Has it become hard to become motivated or set goals for yourself? Are you looking to explore your mind and spirituality? Therapy with a qualified counselor is an important step to finding satisfaction and balance in your life. I believe you already have the innate ability to achieve success in every area of your life. My goal is to help you overcome outdated beliefs and self-defeating habits to realize your true potential. When it comes to living your life, you are the only true expert.
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, or relationship and family issues? Has it become hard to become motivated or set goals for yourself? Are you looking to explore your mind and spirituality? Therapy with a qualified counselor is an important step to finding satisfaction and balance in your life. I believe you already have the innate ability to achieve success in every area of your life. My goal is to help you overcome outdated beliefs and self-defeating habits to realize your true potential. When it comes to living your life, you are the only true expert.
(972) 646-2621 View (972) 646-2621
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Julianne Cantwell
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204
Sometimes we need to be heard without judgment. Sometimes we need to make sense of pain in our past to make living in the present a little less difficult. Whatever your need, I hope to provide you with the opportunity for increased growth, connection, and restoration. I am committed to empowering clients as they deal with concerns such as self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, spirituality, life transitions, and anxiety. I also enjoy working with young couples preparing for marriage as well as helping couples of all ages navigate the intricacies of communication, intimacy, connection, and a satisfying relationship.
Sometimes we need to be heard without judgment. Sometimes we need to make sense of pain in our past to make living in the present a little less difficult. Whatever your need, I hope to provide you with the opportunity for increased growth, connection, and restoration. I am committed to empowering clients as they deal with concerns such as self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, spirituality, life transitions, and anxiety. I also enjoy working with young couples preparing for marriage as well as helping couples of all ages navigate the intricacies of communication, intimacy, connection, and a satisfying relationship.
(214) 393-4540 View (214) 393-4540
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Sangeetha S. Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Let's be real—we're all struggling. Whether you’re masking yourself to appear okay on the outside when you’re actually breaking on the inside, or you’re trapped in thinking that you can’t confide in others because your emotions would be “too much” for them to handle, or you’re pushing down your emotions because you’ve learned that they are bad, selfish, or shameful to express—you are not alone. I have felt stuck there before too, and I'm here to walk with you through your unique journey to finding peace, hope, and meaning in life.
Accepting new clients! Let's be real—we're all struggling. Whether you’re masking yourself to appear okay on the outside when you’re actually breaking on the inside, or you’re trapped in thinking that you can’t confide in others because your emotions would be “too much” for them to handle, or you’re pushing down your emotions because you’ve learned that they are bad, selfish, or shameful to express—you are not alone. I have felt stuck there before too, and I'm here to walk with you through your unique journey to finding peace, hope, and meaning in life.
(512) 717-5944 View (512) 717-5944

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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.