Christian Therapists in Longview, WA

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Barbara J Brandhorst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SUDP, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
I am an experienced therapist with over 30 years' experience in the fields of mental health; including child welfare, foster care, corrections, court system, chemical dependency and mental health case work. My goal is to help you become your best self, one step at a time. My specialties included: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing-EMDR (2017), Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Neuro Linguistic Programming-NLP (2019) techniques to assist individuals with desired change. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, court ordered supervised visitation and reunification counseling.
I am an experienced therapist with over 30 years' experience in the fields of mental health; including child welfare, foster care, corrections, court system, chemical dependency and mental health case work. My goal is to help you become your best self, one step at a time. My specialties included: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing-EMDR (2017), Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Neuro Linguistic Programming-NLP (2019) techniques to assist individuals with desired change. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, court ordered supervised visitation and reunification counseling.
(360) 207-2247 View (360) 207-2247
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R. Jeff(Nickname) Russ
Psychologist, SHRM, CDP, PhD
Verified Verified
Longview, WA 98632
Individual Therapy, Couple’s Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy Theoretical Orientation Jeff deals with addictions, parenting, communication, relational issues, stress, sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Jeff has provided human resources/management consulting for organizations for more than twenty years. He is a Human Resources professional and broadcaster. Originally when he entered the helping services by working for a large non-profit organization (The Salvation Army), the management noticed that he was building positive relationships with the hardest to reach clients. Please call Jeff contact 520-260-4584.
Individual Therapy, Couple’s Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy Theoretical Orientation Jeff deals with addictions, parenting, communication, relational issues, stress, sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Jeff has provided human resources/management consulting for organizations for more than twenty years. He is a Human Resources professional and broadcaster. Originally when he entered the helping services by working for a large non-profit organization (The Salvation Army), the management noticed that he was building positive relationships with the hardest to reach clients. Please call Jeff contact 520-260-4584.
(520) 260-4584 View (520) 260-4584
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Lacey Gray
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
Hello and welcome! You have made a very brave choice to invest in yourself by coming to therapy. Whatever it is you hope to receive from our time together, my mission is to provide a safe, caring, challenging environment in which you can grow, come to know yourself more deeply and find ways to cope and heal. I became a therapist because I enjoy walking alongside people as they grow and discover the tools of change within themselves. I find that change comes best within relationship and feeling safe, validated and heard. Thrive Therapy LLC is designed with each person in mind. Therapy is uniquelly tailored to you as an individual.
Hello and welcome! You have made a very brave choice to invest in yourself by coming to therapy. Whatever it is you hope to receive from our time together, my mission is to provide a safe, caring, challenging environment in which you can grow, come to know yourself more deeply and find ways to cope and heal. I became a therapist because I enjoy walking alongside people as they grow and discover the tools of change within themselves. I find that change comes best within relationship and feeling safe, validated and heard. Thrive Therapy LLC is designed with each person in mind. Therapy is uniquelly tailored to you as an individual.
(360) 276-6897 View (360) 276-6897
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Kelie Bryson
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
Have you been feeling like it's time to make a positive change in your life? Maybe you want to experience more joy and happiness. Perhaps work on a past wound, improve a relationship, stop the cycle of doing the same thing over again. Counseling is a place where we can work on these issues together. This is a space where you become the author of your life. As an EMDR trained therapist, I can help you re-write your past experiences into stories of strength and resilience and work towards the best version of yourself.
Have you been feeling like it's time to make a positive change in your life? Maybe you want to experience more joy and happiness. Perhaps work on a past wound, improve a relationship, stop the cycle of doing the same thing over again. Counseling is a place where we can work on these issues together. This is a space where you become the author of your life. As an EMDR trained therapist, I can help you re-write your past experiences into stories of strength and resilience and work towards the best version of yourself.
(360) 392-5953 View (360) 392-5953
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Allison Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
Waitlist for new clients
I see adults, teens, and children (ages 6+) in my practice. Trauma, addiction, and burnout/vicarious trauma are my primary areas of focus with adults. The adults I see are typically looking to resolve childhood trauma, develop healthier relationships, or manage anxiety related to high-stress occupations (first responders, social workers, nurses, teachers, etc). The children and teens I see are often impacted by depression/anxiety, coping with divorce or loss of a caregiver, and/or living with the impact of substance use by a family member.
I see adults, teens, and children (ages 6+) in my practice. Trauma, addiction, and burnout/vicarious trauma are my primary areas of focus with adults. The adults I see are typically looking to resolve childhood trauma, develop healthier relationships, or manage anxiety related to high-stress occupations (first responders, social workers, nurses, teachers, etc). The children and teens I see are often impacted by depression/anxiety, coping with divorce or loss of a caregiver, and/or living with the impact of substance use by a family member.
(360) 968-7483 View (360) 968-7483
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Brittany Pruitt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
I am so glad you are here. Beginning therapy is a brave decision, and no matter what you are going through, my priority is to create a space for you to feel supported, accepted, and safe. I want to meet people where they are and help them address hurts, achieve balance and learn new skills to help navigate struggles.
I am so glad you are here. Beginning therapy is a brave decision, and no matter what you are going through, my priority is to create a space for you to feel supported, accepted, and safe. I want to meet people where they are and help them address hurts, achieve balance and learn new skills to help navigate struggles.
(360) 345-3822 View (360) 345-3822
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Macee Whatley
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632  (Online Only)
I have a heart to help equip women and teen girls who are hurting to live a life of growth, acceptance and, ultimately, healing. My passion is to help you identify destructive behaviors and grow in self-awareness, learn healthy ways of processing and communicating, establish healthy boundaries in your personal life and in relationships, grow in self-worth, and create stability in your life. I also love working with couples who could benefit from learning new communication and relational techniques. Every couple has difficulty along the way - I would love to walk alongside you and help guide you through relational healing.
I have a heart to help equip women and teen girls who are hurting to live a life of growth, acceptance and, ultimately, healing. My passion is to help you identify destructive behaviors and grow in self-awareness, learn healthy ways of processing and communicating, establish healthy boundaries in your personal life and in relationships, grow in self-worth, and create stability in your life. I also love working with couples who could benefit from learning new communication and relational techniques. Every couple has difficulty along the way - I would love to walk alongside you and help guide you through relational healing.
(360) 329-9283 View (360) 329-9283
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Jody M Richter
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CTTP2, ADHD-, CSSP
Verified Verified
Longview, WA 98632  (Online Only)
Congratulations, you've decided you want to change parts of your life. The first step is reaching out to a therapist. My practice focuses on offering services for individuals and couples. I have extensive experience with learning to manage anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Many people experience barriers to a healthy lifestyle, such as anxiety, issues related to their sexuality, and trauma. It is my joy to be a therapist; as such, I feel that my role is to offer support and enable your inner therapist.
Congratulations, you've decided you want to change parts of your life. The first step is reaching out to a therapist. My practice focuses on offering services for individuals and couples. I have extensive experience with learning to manage anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Many people experience barriers to a healthy lifestyle, such as anxiety, issues related to their sexuality, and trauma. It is my joy to be a therapist; as such, I feel that my role is to offer support and enable your inner therapist.
(360) 367-8495 View (360) 367-8495
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Adapt Behavioral Health Center (ABC Counseling)
Counselor, MS, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Longview, WA 98632  (Online Only)
I work with adults of all ages and some youths ages 14-19. I am credentialed in addictions counseling and understand how this may influence some of my clients. I love helping clients resolve trauma pain and the issues that come with that. I have helped clients suffering with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders. You can make friends with the voices. Clients suffering from self-harming behaviors are some of my favorite people. The relationship with them grows as they learn new ways to direct and release their pain. You are not alone.
I work with adults of all ages and some youths ages 14-19. I am credentialed in addictions counseling and understand how this may influence some of my clients. I love helping clients resolve trauma pain and the issues that come with that. I have helped clients suffering with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders. You can make friends with the voices. Clients suffering from self-harming behaviors are some of my favorite people. The relationship with them grows as they learn new ways to direct and release their pain. You are not alone.
(971) 265-8173 View (971) 265-8173
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Matt Coffey
Counselor, MS, LMHCA, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Longview, WA 98632
Many of us feel like we could be doing better, but are not sure how to start. The busy, fast-paced, and isolating lifestyle that has captured so many of us often leads to chronic stress, anxiety, disconnection from relationships and community, and a lack of meaning. On top of this, many of us also carry past traumas, large and small. Therapy is one mode of addressing these challenges. When it goes well, we have a chance to process, find healthier habits and perspectives, resolve problems, and find new ways of living which increase our well being.
Many of us feel like we could be doing better, but are not sure how to start. The busy, fast-paced, and isolating lifestyle that has captured so many of us often leads to chronic stress, anxiety, disconnection from relationships and community, and a lack of meaning. On top of this, many of us also carry past traumas, large and small. Therapy is one mode of addressing these challenges. When it goes well, we have a chance to process, find healthier habits and perspectives, resolve problems, and find new ways of living which increase our well being.
(360) 780-6296 View (360) 780-6296
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Elisa Stepp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
All are welcome at Abundance Family Therapy! Everyone has times that seem too hard to bear. Life can seem pretty heavy at times, and we just need our load lightened. Sometimes the heaviness comes from feelings of anxiety, depression, life transitions, loneliness, spiritual challenges, communication issues or even relationship fractures. If you find yourself feeling the weight of these things or perhaps other things in your life, please come on in and let me help lighten your load. Although experiencing these feelings or situations remind us, we are human, it is the overcoming that brings peace and growth.
All are welcome at Abundance Family Therapy! Everyone has times that seem too hard to bear. Life can seem pretty heavy at times, and we just need our load lightened. Sometimes the heaviness comes from feelings of anxiety, depression, life transitions, loneliness, spiritual challenges, communication issues or even relationship fractures. If you find yourself feeling the weight of these things or perhaps other things in your life, please come on in and let me help lighten your load. Although experiencing these feelings or situations remind us, we are human, it is the overcoming that brings peace and growth.
(360) 230-7817 View (360) 230-7817
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Julie Archer
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632  (Online Only)
If you are reading this, you have already taken the first step towards improving the quality of your life. Counseling is the process that evokes change through vulnerability, connection, openness, trust, and bringing your inner world into the light. Discovering your purpose, meaning, dysfunctional patterns of behavior and thoughts can alleviate the weight you are carrying around. I enjoy working with people who are dealing with relationship issues (of all kinds!), anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, attachment, depression, trauma, codependency, and negative self-talk. I am also increasing my knowledge around Ketamine and Autism.
If you are reading this, you have already taken the first step towards improving the quality of your life. Counseling is the process that evokes change through vulnerability, connection, openness, trust, and bringing your inner world into the light. Discovering your purpose, meaning, dysfunctional patterns of behavior and thoughts can alleviate the weight you are carrying around. I enjoy working with people who are dealing with relationship issues (of all kinds!), anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, attachment, depression, trauma, codependency, and negative self-talk. I am also increasing my knowledge around Ketamine and Autism.
(360) 787-9355 View (360) 787-9355
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Joseph D Endres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA, MSP, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632  (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who desires to figure out how to be more comfortable in their own skin. By this, I mean, a person who feels that something is "off" in their mental and or emotional life and would like help exploring this in a non-judgmental, safe space. I believe we are called to peace and joy and yet so many of us struggle with fear, sorrow, regret, anger, anxiety, depression, trauma.
My ideal client is someone who desires to figure out how to be more comfortable in their own skin. By this, I mean, a person who feels that something is "off" in their mental and or emotional life and would like help exploring this in a non-judgmental, safe space. I believe we are called to peace and joy and yet so many of us struggle with fear, sorrow, regret, anger, anxiety, depression, trauma.
(360) 505-4574 View (360) 505-4574
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Avoiding the Couch, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
I seek to provide support for healthy change, personal growth, and healing. Together we will identify specific areas to explore and then create a plan to work towards positive lasting change. We will focus on building healthy coping skills to manage current symptoms and future challenges. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working across a variety of mental health symptoms, assisting to increase focus, flexibility, ability to cope with pain, building interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and problem solving.
I seek to provide support for healthy change, personal growth, and healing. Together we will identify specific areas to explore and then create a plan to work towards positive lasting change. We will focus on building healthy coping skills to manage current symptoms and future challenges. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working across a variety of mental health symptoms, assisting to increase focus, flexibility, ability to cope with pain, building interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and problem solving.
(360) 227-6909 View (360) 227-6909
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Todd Broderius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Longview, WA 98632
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington with 30 years professional work experience. I am ethically and personally committed to helping you meet your personal goals. Change is hard, but it is my belief that every person has the capacity for growth. I work to meet you where you are and create a safe space for hope and change to begin. If you need help identifying what you want to be different in your life, or if you know what you want but haven't figured out how to do it, I'd like to help. I view it as a privilege to help others along their path.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington with 30 years professional work experience. I am ethically and personally committed to helping you meet your personal goals. Change is hard, but it is my belief that every person has the capacity for growth. I work to meet you where you are and create a safe space for hope and change to begin. If you need help identifying what you want to be different in your life, or if you know what you want but haven't figured out how to do it, I'd like to help. I view it as a privilege to help others along their path.
(360) 997-5911 View (360) 997-5911
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Teen And Young Adult Therapist Patricia Candela-Hagen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about helping teens and young adults overcome anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and tough life changes by offering a supportive space to talk and grow. My goal is to guide them to feel more confident and resilient in their everyday lives.
I am passionate about helping teens and young adults overcome anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and tough life changes by offering a supportive space to talk and grow. My goal is to guide them to feel more confident and resilient in their everyday lives.
(360) 657-9226 View (360) 657-9226

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Mark Bradbury
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Kelso, WA 98626  (Online Only)
Greetings! I'm Mark, a Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for guiding couples and individuals toward healthier, more fulfilling lives and relationships. My therapeutic approach is informed by theories such as the Gottman Method, Structural, and Solution-Focused orientations, offering a comprehensive toolkit to address a wide range of issues.
Greetings! I'm Mark, a Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for guiding couples and individuals toward healthier, more fulfilling lives and relationships. My therapeutic approach is informed by theories such as the Gottman Method, Structural, and Solution-Focused orientations, offering a comprehensive toolkit to address a wide range of issues.
(360) 559-6343 View (360) 559-6343
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Jeremiah L. Peck
Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Kelso, WA 98626
I help individuals and couples overcome the emotional struggles and relational conflicts which are causing them distress. If you are feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, angry, or misunderstood, I will work with you to equip you with practical tools to practice emotional well-being.
I help individuals and couples overcome the emotional struggles and relational conflicts which are causing them distress. If you are feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, angry, or misunderstood, I will work with you to equip you with practical tools to practice emotional well-being.
(360) 836-0320 View (360) 836-0320
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Travis Nelson
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelso, WA 98626
I help individuals, couples, and families through life's difficulties. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or things just aren’t working right I offer a safe place to explore your life. My aim is for you to experience understanding, hope, and growth through connection and trust with others and yourself. I believe you are the expert on your life and my role is to attune to your needs as we uncover insights and strategies to improve your well-being. My process is to assist you in navigating your emotions, thoughts, beliefs, identity, and relationships. Please feel free to ask any question as I offer free consultations.
I help individuals, couples, and families through life's difficulties. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or things just aren’t working right I offer a safe place to explore your life. My aim is for you to experience understanding, hope, and growth through connection and trust with others and yourself. I believe you are the expert on your life and my role is to attune to your needs as we uncover insights and strategies to improve your well-being. My process is to assist you in navigating your emotions, thoughts, beliefs, identity, and relationships. Please feel free to ask any question as I offer free consultations.
(360) 654-7164 View (360) 654-7164
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Shelley Bunn
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kelso, WA 98626
Feeling misunderstood and unloved by those closest to us is living hell. Pain, hopelessness, and anger burrow deep as repair seems impossible. It's exhausting to cope with past trauma while trying to keep things together in the present. Any added stress, anxiety, or depression is overwhelming. Those of you with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) are struggling with these symptoms simultaneously and it's unbearable. I specialize in relationship repair and borderline personality disorder. In family, individual, or marriage counseling I can help you heal, connect, and once again find hope.
Feeling misunderstood and unloved by those closest to us is living hell. Pain, hopelessness, and anger burrow deep as repair seems impossible. It's exhausting to cope with past trauma while trying to keep things together in the present. Any added stress, anxiety, or depression is overwhelming. Those of you with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) are struggling with these symptoms simultaneously and it's unbearable. I specialize in relationship repair and borderline personality disorder. In family, individual, or marriage counseling I can help you heal, connect, and once again find hope.
(910) 708-4632 View (910) 708-4632

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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.