Christian Therapists in Edmonds, WA

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Jenna Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
As a Christian counselor, I provide faith-based counseling for a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, codependency and abandonment issues, and more.
My aim is for you to feel better about yourself after therapy than you did before our session. Through our time together, my goal is for you to experience increased self-esteem and confidence in yourself, as well as to gain a toolbelt full of skills to help you with interpersonal relationships and emotion regulation so you can continue to grow and have the best relationships with yourself and others. I will guide and support you as you learn how to use your skills and develop increased motivation to reduce the mental health symptoms you are experiencing.
As a Christian counselor, I provide faith-based counseling for a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, codependency and abandonment issues, and more.
My aim is for you to feel better about yourself after therapy than you did before our session. Through our time together, my goal is for you to experience increased self-esteem and confidence in yourself, as well as to gain a toolbelt full of skills to help you with interpersonal relationships and emotion regulation so you can continue to grow and have the best relationships with yourself and others. I will guide and support you as you learn how to use your skills and develop increased motivation to reduce the mental health symptoms you are experiencing.
(425) 414-3563 View (425) 414-3563
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Matthew Tiemeyer
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Operating from a Christian perspective gives me a different angle on healing broken relationships, recovering from sexual abuse, and leaving addictions behind.
I believe that a solid, collaborative relationship between client and therapist makes a powerful difference. As a team, we will find the parts of your history that hinder you, and the strengths that you may not know. With this understanding, I can help you write a new chapter in a far better story. Clients tell me that they feel genuine care and understanding from me, plus insight that creates meaning from the past and hope for the future.
Operating from a Christian perspective gives me a different angle on healing broken relationships, recovering from sexual abuse, and leaving addictions behind.
I believe that a solid, collaborative relationship between client and therapist makes a powerful difference. As a team, we will find the parts of your history that hinder you, and the strengths that you may not know. With this understanding, I can help you write a new chapter in a far better story. Clients tell me that they feel genuine care and understanding from me, plus insight that creates meaning from the past and hope for the future.
(425) 610-7827 View (425) 610-7827
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Heritage Counseling Associates
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
As a psychotherapist and partner with Heritage Counseling Associates, I see clients in Edmonds, Kirkland and Snohomish WA. My undergraduate degree is from Bethel College in St Paul, MN and my graduate work was at Biola University in La Mirada, CA. I have been in practice for 35 years, I've served as Adjunct Professor of Counseling at Puget Sound Christian College, I've published 4 books and I love what I do every day. For more details you can visit my website - rogerhillerstrom.com.
As a psychotherapist and partner with Heritage Counseling Associates, I see clients in Edmonds, Kirkland and Snohomish WA. My undergraduate degree is from Bethel College in St Paul, MN and my graduate work was at Biola University in La Mirada, CA. I have been in practice for 35 years, I've served as Adjunct Professor of Counseling at Puget Sound Christian College, I've published 4 books and I love what I do every day. For more details you can visit my website - rogerhillerstrom.com.
(425) 954-2194 View (425) 954-2194
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A Life More Beautiful Counseling & Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98026  (Online Only)
I am proficient in providing Christian and Catholic-friendly therapies and enjoy working in other spiritual and non-spiritual modalities, tailor-fit to you and where you currently find yourself.
Research shows that clients have therapeutic success with multiple approaches and theories. My approach integrates different therapeutic styles and techniques. I specialize in Sexual Addiction, EMDR, and spiritual and person-centered therapies. I will help you understand yourself better so you may have more fulfilling relationships, communicate better, build true intimacy and restore trust. I will provide a safe and sacred place for you in which to explore your needs, frustrations, fears and as importantly your joys and successes! I am now located overseas and am currently available by telehealth and by email, but not by phone.
I am proficient in providing Christian and Catholic-friendly therapies and enjoy working in other spiritual and non-spiritual modalities, tailor-fit to you and where you currently find yourself.
Research shows that clients have therapeutic success with multiple approaches and theories. My approach integrates different therapeutic styles and techniques. I specialize in Sexual Addiction, EMDR, and spiritual and person-centered therapies. I will help you understand yourself better so you may have more fulfilling relationships, communicate better, build true intimacy and restore trust. I will provide a safe and sacred place for you in which to explore your needs, frustrations, fears and as importantly your joys and successes! I am now located overseas and am currently available by telehealth and by email, but not by phone.
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Shelley Bartels
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
I specialize in helping you work through traumatic events, both big or small that have left you feeling shattered or overwhelmed. Trauma can include events that happened long ago or recently. Also, as a Certified Sexual Addiction therapist I assist female sex and love addicts or treat partners of those who are addicted to porn or sex. Working from a Christian worldview I help clients understand themselves better and develop better coping strategies. If you are depressed or dealing with painful anxiety I help you heal from past wounds and gain self confidence and a new more helpful perspective.
I specialize in helping you work through traumatic events, both big or small that have left you feeling shattered or overwhelmed. Trauma can include events that happened long ago or recently. Also, as a Certified Sexual Addiction therapist I assist female sex and love addicts or treat partners of those who are addicted to porn or sex. Working from a Christian worldview I help clients understand themselves better and develop better coping strategies. If you are depressed or dealing with painful anxiety I help you heal from past wounds and gain self confidence and a new more helpful perspective.
(206) 538-2910 View (206) 538-2910
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Carrie Thayer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
Are you a Christian woman who feels like she's too much but not enough? I specialize in therapy with women of faith struggling with anxiety, depression and life transitions. Whether you need practical tools to help with anxiety/depression or extra support during a difficult season, I offer a unique blend of clinical and pastoral care and would be honored to work with you.
Are you a Christian woman who feels like she's too much but not enough? I specialize in therapy with women of faith struggling with anxiety, depression and life transitions. Whether you need practical tools to help with anxiety/depression or extra support during a difficult season, I offer a unique blend of clinical and pastoral care and would be honored to work with you.
(206) 823-1934 View (206) 823-1934
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Carol J Lundemo
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
I'm a Christian, and delighted to integrate faith into my practice, when requested.
Are you burdened with feelings of anxiety, depression, or hopelessness? Do you have intrusive, terrifying thoughts or feel compelled to perform rituals that you know don't make sense? I specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. OCD is very common, affecting one in 40 individuals. I am highly trained in using exposure and response prevention, an evidence based treatment proven to help sufferers. I understand this complex and largely misunderstood disorder, and I also support family members, who frequently experience frustration, confusion, and pain while not knowing how to help their loved one
I'm a Christian, and delighted to integrate faith into my practice, when requested.
Are you burdened with feelings of anxiety, depression, or hopelessness? Do you have intrusive, terrifying thoughts or feel compelled to perform rituals that you know don't make sense? I specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. OCD is very common, affecting one in 40 individuals. I am highly trained in using exposure and response prevention, an evidence based treatment proven to help sufferers. I understand this complex and largely misunderstood disorder, and I also support family members, who frequently experience frustration, confusion, and pain while not knowing how to help their loved one
(206) 453-2681 View (206) 453-2681
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Doni Kwak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98026  (Online Only)
I am a Christian who believes that God is accepting and affirming, but that we are encouraged to grow.
If you are ready for a change and recognize that there are thoughts or worries that are getting in the way of taking the steps you desire, please call me. Your situation is unique and complex, and I will work with you to find a way. I help people build relationships with others and themselves. I utilize evidenced based techniques based on Acceptance and Committment Therapy and Mindfulness to help people identify what they want so that they can take the steps to get there. I will be accepting new ongoing Clients in Fall of 2019.
I am a Christian who believes that God is accepting and affirming, but that we are encouraged to grow.
If you are ready for a change and recognize that there are thoughts or worries that are getting in the way of taking the steps you desire, please call me. Your situation is unique and complex, and I will work with you to find a way. I help people build relationships with others and themselves. I utilize evidenced based techniques based on Acceptance and Committment Therapy and Mindfulness to help people identify what they want so that they can take the steps to get there. I will be accepting new ongoing Clients in Fall of 2019.
(206) 557-6419 View (206) 557-6419
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Jessica Sather
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients, including couples, individuals, adults, and the API community. I find fulfillment in supporting clients in areas such as relationships, identity, faith, family and life transitions.
I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients, including couples, individuals, adults, and the API community. I find fulfillment in supporting clients in areas such as relationships, identity, faith, family and life transitions.
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Ian Jacobson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
*Currently accepting new patients* Hi, there! I'm Ian. If you are feeling down, anxious, or stuck or are struggling in your relationships, I would like to help. I believe that meaningful personal connection—feeling understood, accepted, & loved—is at the heart of well-being, so my desire is to provide a genuine, warm, & safe presence in which my clients feel comfortable sharing their stories & exploring how their past has shaped them & their experience of the present. Though I use a psychodynamic approach, I tailor my approach to meet my clients' needs, integrating techniques from various approaches like CBT, gestalt, & mindfulness.
*Currently accepting new patients* Hi, there! I'm Ian. If you are feeling down, anxious, or stuck or are struggling in your relationships, I would like to help. I believe that meaningful personal connection—feeling understood, accepted, & loved—is at the heart of well-being, so my desire is to provide a genuine, warm, & safe presence in which my clients feel comfortable sharing their stories & exploring how their past has shaped them & their experience of the present. Though I use a psychodynamic approach, I tailor my approach to meet my clients' needs, integrating techniques from various approaches like CBT, gestalt, & mindfulness.
(206) 531-7328 View (206) 531-7328
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Annie DeWaal
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
Therapy is a safe place to grieve what hurts and build hope for a life of thriving, not merely surviving. Together, we'll find ways to calm body and mind, connect with yourself and others, and move forward with intention. Our work together will be a safe place to be who you are. Healing, freedom, and wholeness are possible, and I would love to be a part of your journey.
Therapy is a safe place to grieve what hurts and build hope for a life of thriving, not merely surviving. Together, we'll find ways to calm body and mind, connect with yourself and others, and move forward with intention. Our work together will be a safe place to be who you are. Healing, freedom, and wholeness are possible, and I would love to be a part of your journey.
(206) 207-9015 View (206) 207-9015
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Jessica Wong Life Healing Therapy And Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
Waitlist for new clients
Please email to join the waitlist. Life can be meaningful even when painful events happen. I believe the path out of suffering is when we pass through our struggles, instead of running away from them. I am honored to be your secure emotional support through your personal and relational struggles. I hold a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and work with a broad spectrum of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance addiction. I help my clients improve their self-esteem, process grief, and heal from painful events. My clients often find strength, relief, acceptance, and growth from working with me.
Please email to join the waitlist. Life can be meaningful even when painful events happen. I believe the path out of suffering is when we pass through our struggles, instead of running away from them. I am honored to be your secure emotional support through your personal and relational struggles. I hold a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and work with a broad spectrum of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance addiction. I help my clients improve their self-esteem, process grief, and heal from painful events. My clients often find strength, relief, acceptance, and growth from working with me.
(425) 217-3170 View (425) 217-3170
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WiseTherapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020  (Online Only)
Is there something or someone weighing you down and zapping your energy? Have you tried to resolve it, yet it only gets worse? Does it make it hard to see a path foreword? Many of my clients come to me with this dilemma. I care deeply about my clients and will work hard for you to reach your goals. I am passionate about helping you to feel heard, know your own strengths and get you moving foreword. If this sounds good, call me. Let's talk . . .
Is there something or someone weighing you down and zapping your energy? Have you tried to resolve it, yet it only gets worse? Does it make it hard to see a path foreword? Many of my clients come to me with this dilemma. I care deeply about my clients and will work hard for you to reach your goals. I am passionate about helping you to feel heard, know your own strengths and get you moving foreword. If this sounds good, call me. Let's talk . . .
(206) 483-2474 View (206) 483-2474
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Hillary Bucher-Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
I help families, couples, and individuals work through difficult emotions and dynamics to find healing. I fundamentally believe that all people are resilient and have what they need to face the inevitable challenges in life and relationships. By helping my clients build security within themselves and in their relationships, I believe change in possible. Anything can be renewed; there is always hope.
I help families, couples, and individuals work through difficult emotions and dynamics to find healing. I fundamentally believe that all people are resilient and have what they need to face the inevitable challenges in life and relationships. By helping my clients build security within themselves and in their relationships, I believe change in possible. Anything can be renewed; there is always hope.
(425) 517-2126 View (425) 517-2126
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Terry Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Couples or individuals struggling with conflict, stress, or overwhelming circumstances will find a safe place here to sort their thoughts and feelings about the issues while learning to repair and create deeper connections with loved ones. As a systems therapist, I understand the challenges of life transitions and help strengthen couple relationships and family cohesion and resilience through various life challenges. For clients struggling with past family of origin issues, we work to heal difficult memories. I help clients grow from brokenness, trauma, grief and loss to find healing, hope, peace and a new direction.
Couples or individuals struggling with conflict, stress, or overwhelming circumstances will find a safe place here to sort their thoughts and feelings about the issues while learning to repair and create deeper connections with loved ones. As a systems therapist, I understand the challenges of life transitions and help strengthen couple relationships and family cohesion and resilience through various life challenges. For clients struggling with past family of origin issues, we work to heal difficult memories. I help clients grow from brokenness, trauma, grief and loss to find healing, hope, peace and a new direction.
(206) 569-5580 View (206) 569-5580
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Trisha Olsen
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
Are you overwhelmed with life or struggling to find the right words to express your inner feelings? Unrecognized chronic stress or unresolved trauma impacts our bodies, minds, and relationships. You are not alone. Within a collaborative relationship, we can explore, gain understanding, and graciously tend to you. I help women of all ages navigate through trauma and abuse, explore the roots of their struggles, understand their emotions, and learn how to regulate their minds, bodies, and hearts to promote healing.
Are you overwhelmed with life or struggling to find the right words to express your inner feelings? Unrecognized chronic stress or unresolved trauma impacts our bodies, minds, and relationships. You are not alone. Within a collaborative relationship, we can explore, gain understanding, and graciously tend to you. I help women of all ages navigate through trauma and abuse, explore the roots of their struggles, understand their emotions, and learn how to regulate their minds, bodies, and hearts to promote healing.
(425) 584-6532 View (425) 584-6532
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Beth Griffith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020  (Online Only)
I am here to support and encourage you as you journey through your days, facing the joys and trials that come your way. This is sacred ground, and it is both an honor and a privilege to be allowed into the deep, private areas of your life.You will find that this is not something I take lightly but, rather, with humility and deep respect for your courage and willingness to be vulnerable. My desire is to sit with those who are hurting and to walk alongside those who are on a journey towards healing, wholeness, or personal growth.
I am here to support and encourage you as you journey through your days, facing the joys and trials that come your way. This is sacred ground, and it is both an honor and a privilege to be allowed into the deep, private areas of your life.You will find that this is not something I take lightly but, rather, with humility and deep respect for your courage and willingness to be vulnerable. My desire is to sit with those who are hurting and to walk alongside those who are on a journey towards healing, wholeness, or personal growth.
(317) 348-4094 View (317) 348-4094
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Denise Ibrahim NW Skyline Counseling & Biofeedback
Mental Health Counselor, MS, CRC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98026
Are you feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Are there too many pressures and changes that leave you feeling like you are in a hole that you can't get out of? Especially lately, has life thrown you too many unexpected and hard twists and turns that leave you feeling hopeless?
Are you feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Are there too many pressures and changes that leave you feeling like you are in a hole that you can't get out of? Especially lately, has life thrown you too many unexpected and hard twists and turns that leave you feeling hopeless?
(425) 382-6982 View (425) 382-6982
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Heather Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MedFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
First and foremost I believe that you are the expert on your life, not me. I will begin with openness about what you are bringing to counseling, respect for you and your family, curiosity about who you are and what you believe, as well as accountability to my power in the room. I emphasize the strengths I see in each individual and system and encourage you to draw on experiences from your past in order to help you better understand your current narratives, choices, feelings, and relationships.
First and foremost I believe that you are the expert on your life, not me. I will begin with openness about what you are bringing to counseling, respect for you and your family, curiosity about who you are and what you believe, as well as accountability to my power in the room. I emphasize the strengths I see in each individual and system and encourage you to draw on experiences from your past in order to help you better understand your current narratives, choices, feelings, and relationships.
(425) 651-6552 View (425) 651-6552
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Kyong I Yim
Counselor, MEd, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98026  (Online Only)
As an Asian-American, my passion is to work alongside adults and couples from various cultures, navigating persistent worries, unhealthy thoughts, establish healthy boundaries and communication, identify causes including cultural burdens you might be carrying that leads to feeling stuck. Are you struggling in your marriage or relationships with others? Experiencing extreme anxiety and sadness you can't shake off, or unable to let go of unhealthy relationships? You might ask, "is something wrong with me? What's wrong with my marriage?" You are not alone. Allow me the opportunity to join you in your journey of healing and restoration.
As an Asian-American, my passion is to work alongside adults and couples from various cultures, navigating persistent worries, unhealthy thoughts, establish healthy boundaries and communication, identify causes including cultural burdens you might be carrying that leads to feeling stuck. Are you struggling in your marriage or relationships with others? Experiencing extreme anxiety and sadness you can't shake off, or unable to let go of unhealthy relationships? You might ask, "is something wrong with me? What's wrong with my marriage?" You are not alone. Allow me the opportunity to join you in your journey of healing and restoration.
(425) 249-3850 View (425) 249-3850
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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.