Christian Therapists in Eau Claire, WI
Do you find yourself dwelling on the past or worrying about the future? Are you feeling emotionally or mentally disconnected with yourself or in your relationships? Or maybe (if you're really being honest) there's a gap between what you know to be true about your Christian faith and what you actually believe in your heart? Stress and trauma can leave us feeling disconnected in so many ways. As a Christian therapist specializing in trauma, I help clients understand the deep impacts of trauma, while also supporting them in rebuilding a healthy connection with their body, soul, and spirit.
Do you find yourself dwelling on the past or worrying about the future? Are you feeling emotionally or mentally disconnected with yourself or in your relationships? Or maybe (if you're really being honest) there's a gap between what you know to be true about your Christian faith and what you actually believe in your heart? Stress and trauma can leave us feeling disconnected in so many ways. As a Christian therapist specializing in trauma, I help clients understand the deep impacts of trauma, while also supporting them in rebuilding a healthy connection with their body, soul, and spirit.
I am also a Board-Certified Professional Christian Counselor through IBCC for those interested in incorporating faith into sessions.
Relationships impact every aspect of our lives. It is especially problematic when the relationship with your spouse or partner is losing hope, joy, and satisfaction. Perhaps the distress is due to communication, betrayal, lack of care, expectations, or other relational issue. If you are experiencing disconnect and pain within your primary relationship, reach out. You do not have to walk through this type of distress alone.
I am also a Board-Certified Professional Christian Counselor through IBCC for those interested in incorporating faith into sessions.
Relationships impact every aspect of our lives. It is especially problematic when the relationship with your spouse or partner is losing hope, joy, and satisfaction. Perhaps the distress is due to communication, betrayal, lack of care, expectations, or other relational issue. If you are experiencing disconnect and pain within your primary relationship, reach out. You do not have to walk through this type of distress alone.
Joe Lunsford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eau Claire, WI 54702 (Online Only)
And as a Christian, when requested, I love to provide a faith based prospective.
My journey to becoming a therapist started after returning home from a combat deployment, experiencing a devastating divorce and years of readjustment difficulties. During these deeply personal experiences, I became aware of the hurt and the brokenness we all face and now have a deep desire to help others to overcome as I did. I am passionate about helping couples find reconciliation and negotiating relationship pitfalls. As well as working with clients to heal from past trauma, manage their anxiety/depression, regulate anger or learn to value themselves again. You don't have to face it alone, there is hope.
And as a Christian, when requested, I love to provide a faith based prospective.
My journey to becoming a therapist started after returning home from a combat deployment, experiencing a devastating divorce and years of readjustment difficulties. During these deeply personal experiences, I became aware of the hurt and the brokenness we all face and now have a deep desire to help others to overcome as I did. I am passionate about helping couples find reconciliation and negotiating relationship pitfalls. As well as working with clients to heal from past trauma, manage their anxiety/depression, regulate anger or learn to value themselves again. You don't have to face it alone, there is hope.
Donna Glaser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, CCATP, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eau Claire, WI 54701
I have specialized training in Internal Family Systems, Christian Counseling (if requested), and Mindfulness approaches.
Trauma, a difficult childhood, deep loss—they leave a mark. We’d all love to believe that what happened “back then” doesn’t have to affect us in the “here & now.” But they do. Painful experiences change how we feel about ourselves, our relationships, and how we view the world. We want to move on but we're stuck. No matter how hard we try to push the pain back or down or away... it leaks back in and we find ourselves living in the same old pain with the same old problems: Stuck. Exhausted. Frustrated.
I have specialized training in Internal Family Systems, Christian Counseling (if requested), and Mindfulness approaches.
Trauma, a difficult childhood, deep loss—they leave a mark. We’d all love to believe that what happened “back then” doesn’t have to affect us in the “here & now.” But they do. Painful experiences change how we feel about ourselves, our relationships, and how we view the world. We want to move on but we're stuck. No matter how hard we try to push the pain back or down or away... it leaks back in and we find ourselves living in the same old pain with the same old problems: Stuck. Exhausted. Frustrated.
I am passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment. I facilitate conversation to assist with building acceptance of self and reality. I work together with my clients to learn and practice skills to make meaningful and lasting changes. I strive to provide a non-judgmental approach to help clients embrace life on life's terms.
I am passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment. I facilitate conversation to assist with building acceptance of self and reality. I work together with my clients to learn and practice skills to make meaningful and lasting changes. I strive to provide a non-judgmental approach to help clients embrace life on life's terms.
Lakeside Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eau Claire, WI 54701
I believe each person comes to counseling with their own unique story. I am a genuine person who wants to help people achieve their goals in a healing environment that is free of judgment. I want to build a trusting relationship where we work together to make positive changes and achieve personal growth.
I believe each person comes to counseling with their own unique story. I am a genuine person who wants to help people achieve their goals in a healing environment that is free of judgment. I want to build a trusting relationship where we work together to make positive changes and achieve personal growth.
My name is Emily Stephenson and I enjoy working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders. I bring a tailored approach to my clients and value my client's honesty and vulnerability in our sessions together. I find that vulnerability, although scary, is a key component to healing which I why I attempt to create a safe, inviting, and warm atmosphere in my therapy sessions. It is important to me that you feel as comfortable as you can during our time together so that we can move you closer toward your mental health goals.
My name is Emily Stephenson and I enjoy working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders. I bring a tailored approach to my clients and value my client's honesty and vulnerability in our sessions together. I find that vulnerability, although scary, is a key component to healing which I why I attempt to create a safe, inviting, and warm atmosphere in my therapy sessions. It is important to me that you feel as comfortable as you can during our time together so that we can move you closer toward your mental health goals.
Adulteen Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Do you dream of having a more closely connected family? Do you desire to help your teen navigate the challenges of adolescence or to overcome the negative patterns in your marriage? Adulteen Counseling is where that journey can begin. I see therapy as a safe space for people to get thoughts and feelings out of their own heads where they can transform them into something healthier and more life-giving to themselves and their relationships.
Do you dream of having a more closely connected family? Do you desire to help your teen navigate the challenges of adolescence or to overcome the negative patterns in your marriage? Adulteen Counseling is where that journey can begin. I see therapy as a safe space for people to get thoughts and feelings out of their own heads where they can transform them into something healthier and more life-giving to themselves and their relationships.
Curtis O'Malley Tindall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Eau Claire, WI 54703 (Online Only)
I see anyone within Wisconsin via telehealth - rural or urban, no more being put on the waiting list. I validate and encourage you to become aware of the coping strategies that do not serve you, such as avoidance, numbing, and not showing up for yourself. In the now, we explore how one may be stuck in the past or the future and unable to make healthy choices for today.
I see anyone within Wisconsin via telehealth - rural or urban, no more being put on the waiting list. I validate and encourage you to become aware of the coping strategies that do not serve you, such as avoidance, numbing, and not showing up for yourself. In the now, we explore how one may be stuck in the past or the future and unable to make healthy choices for today.
Erin Mabry-Hilleshiem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Do you feel like you are carrying a heavy burden? Do you have a sense that something is holding you back? Are you ready to face the thing you have been avoiding? If so, we might be a good fit! In therapy, we will explore the past and current influences on your mental health with a curious and nonjudgmental mindset. We'll work together to identify what is holding you back and what is helping you grow. Through evidence based interventions, we will process through painful memories, address current symptoms, and envision the life you want to live. As your pain alleviates, we will continue to develop skills to help you thrive!
Do you feel like you are carrying a heavy burden? Do you have a sense that something is holding you back? Are you ready to face the thing you have been avoiding? If so, we might be a good fit! In therapy, we will explore the past and current influences on your mental health with a curious and nonjudgmental mindset. We'll work together to identify what is holding you back and what is helping you grow. Through evidence based interventions, we will process through painful memories, address current symptoms, and envision the life you want to live. As your pain alleviates, we will continue to develop skills to help you thrive!
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Has your relationship become an angry, sad, or scary place leaving you feeling alone, hurt and discouraged? Are you and your partner feeling lost in conflict cycles you don’t understand and desperately want to change? Many of the couples I work with come to therapy feeling just like you. I understand how much courage it takes to reach out for help and to let another person get inside your relationship, especially when you are feeling so vulnerable. If you are searching for a safe place to explore what's not working in your relationship, and support in creating solutions, I can help.
Has your relationship become an angry, sad, or scary place leaving you feeling alone, hurt and discouraged? Are you and your partner feeling lost in conflict cycles you don’t understand and desperately want to change? Many of the couples I work with come to therapy feeling just like you. I understand how much courage it takes to reach out for help and to let another person get inside your relationship, especially when you are feeling so vulnerable. If you are searching for a safe place to explore what's not working in your relationship, and support in creating solutions, I can help.
Online Therapists
Linda Slaikeu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cushing, WI 54006 (Online Only)
I also provide Christian-based counseling upon request.
Are you serious and highly motivated to tackle issues that have repeatedly sabotaged your relationships, emotional stability, and achievement of your goals? If so, then you are an ideal client for therapy and we should connect! My clients benefit from a client-centered, strengths-based approach that inspires them to develop and utilize their strengths and insights as they move towards stability, confidence and healthier lives. I use interventions from several treatment models including Narrative therapy, Intepesonal processing, Emotion-Focused, Trauma-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, etc.
I also provide Christian-based counseling upon request.
Are you serious and highly motivated to tackle issues that have repeatedly sabotaged your relationships, emotional stability, and achievement of your goals? If so, then you are an ideal client for therapy and we should connect! My clients benefit from a client-centered, strengths-based approach that inspires them to develop and utilize their strengths and insights as they move towards stability, confidence and healthier lives. I use interventions from several treatment models including Narrative therapy, Intepesonal processing, Emotion-Focused, Trauma-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, etc.
Additionally, I have training in Prepare/Enrich and Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and I offer Christian counseling as well.
As a marriage and family therapist, I greatly enjoy working with couples and families, especially those who struggle with communication. I love teaching people how to problem solve and resolve coflict. I am passionate about helping those with trauma, grief/loss, adjustment, depression and anxiety. I also work with those who have experienced racial and/or religious trauma. Additonally, I work with those who struggle with boundaries and saying no. I am particularly interested in working with underserved populations, and strive to offer culturally sensitive and competent services. I am bilingual and can also offer services in Hmong.
Additionally, I have training in Prepare/Enrich and Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and I offer Christian counseling as well.
As a marriage and family therapist, I greatly enjoy working with couples and families, especially those who struggle with communication. I love teaching people how to problem solve and resolve coflict. I am passionate about helping those with trauma, grief/loss, adjustment, depression and anxiety. I also work with those who have experienced racial and/or religious trauma. Additonally, I work with those who struggle with boundaries and saying no. I am particularly interested in working with underserved populations, and strive to offer culturally sensitive and competent services. I am bilingual and can also offer services in Hmong.
I am a christian therapist trained in theophostic prayer and I enjoy helping others discover their spiritual path.
I understand that therapy doesn't have to be a life-long process but it can help significantly when you are going through difficult circumstances that create worry, anger or a feeling of being at a loss. Stress seems to be an indicator that issues need to be addressed. I am a therapist who believes that my clients have many of the answers to their problems, I am there to help them through the journey to uncover what the answers are.
I am a christian therapist trained in theophostic prayer and I enjoy helping others discover their spiritual path.
I understand that therapy doesn't have to be a life-long process but it can help significantly when you are going through difficult circumstances that create worry, anger or a feeling of being at a loss. Stress seems to be an indicator that issues need to be addressed. I am a therapist who believes that my clients have many of the answers to their problems, I am there to help them through the journey to uncover what the answers are.
Are you struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, or difficult relationships? Do you want to be more assertive, develop coping skills, improve your self-esteem, and foster healthy relationships? I am honored to help adults and children work through challenging life circumstances and mental health concerns, and you can expect me to listen carefully to your concerns and ask thoughtful questions. I balance empathy and compassion with feedback and skill-building so that you feel supported while working toward your goals. My Christian faith is at the heart of my work, and I can incorporate this perspective upon request.
Are you struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, or difficult relationships? Do you want to be more assertive, develop coping skills, improve your self-esteem, and foster healthy relationships? I am honored to help adults and children work through challenging life circumstances and mental health concerns, and you can expect me to listen carefully to your concerns and ask thoughtful questions. I balance empathy and compassion with feedback and skill-building so that you feel supported while working toward your goals. My Christian faith is at the heart of my work, and I can incorporate this perspective upon request.
Hello, my name is Kirsten Taylor; I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I take a client-centered approach to counseling. I work with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, grief, relationships, trauma/abuse, and others. I first seek to help the client feel heard and understood. And gather a complete picture of their history with the issue and in general during the intake process so I understand them better. I want the client to be at ease and as comfortable as possible with the process. And I invite them to ask any questions they have.
Hello, my name is Kirsten Taylor; I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I take a client-centered approach to counseling. I work with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, grief, relationships, trauma/abuse, and others. I first seek to help the client feel heard and understood. And gather a complete picture of their history with the issue and in general during the intake process so I understand them better. I want the client to be at ease and as comfortable as possible with the process. And I invite them to ask any questions they have.
Beth Hamer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerset, WI 54025
Life can be hard - you don’t have to struggle alone! The decision to be open to begin therapy is a major step forward. If you're experiencing low self-confidence, doubt, grief, anxiety, shame, or stress, there is a path to help you create a more fulfilling life in the present. I provide a safe nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported, and empowered as you go on this journey.
Life can be hard - you don’t have to struggle alone! The decision to be open to begin therapy is a major step forward. If you're experiencing low self-confidence, doubt, grief, anxiety, shame, or stress, there is a path to help you create a more fulfilling life in the present. I provide a safe nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported, and empowered as you go on this journey.
Brenda, a Licensed Professional Counselor, earned a Master of Science in Community Counseling from Lakeland University and a Master of Divinity from Luther Seminary. She also holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. Brenda has dedicated her career to assisting others in realizing their full potential, while also prioritzing the development of healthy emotional equilibrium in those she encounters. Brenda fosters a positive and tranquil atmosphere with her proficiency in diverse therapeutic approaches and uplifting presence.
Brenda, a Licensed Professional Counselor, earned a Master of Science in Community Counseling from Lakeland University and a Master of Divinity from Luther Seminary. She also holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. Brenda has dedicated her career to assisting others in realizing their full potential, while also prioritzing the development of healthy emotional equilibrium in those she encounters. Brenda fosters a positive and tranquil atmosphere with her proficiency in diverse therapeutic approaches and uplifting presence.
Joseph Kindred
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Menomonie, WI 54751 (Online Only)
I can help you come up with strategies and tools for anxiety, grief, depression and relationship issues. I specialize in ADHD and Autism needs. I respect you for who you are and support your growing and changing. You may be a therapist yourself, or have done a lot of therapy already - and need to find a safer space to process your feelings. I work with cultural grief and cultural awareness. I work with medical trauma, relationship challenges, and deep grief / frustration/ loneliness/anxiety/CPTSD. I’m trained in individual and relationship counseling, and am also a sex therapist, if that topic needs to be discussed.
I can help you come up with strategies and tools for anxiety, grief, depression and relationship issues. I specialize in ADHD and Autism needs. I respect you for who you are and support your growing and changing. You may be a therapist yourself, or have done a lot of therapy already - and need to find a safer space to process your feelings. I work with cultural grief and cultural awareness. I work with medical trauma, relationship challenges, and deep grief / frustration/ loneliness/anxiety/CPTSD. I’m trained in individual and relationship counseling, and am also a sex therapist, if that topic needs to be discussed.
Hello there! :) I am Jaclene Newell (Jac-lean), as the pronunciation name. I am licensed as a licensed professional counselor with a specialization in forensics here in Wisconsin. My great compassion is to bring healing to those who are experiencing life's difficulties and guide my clients through the obstacles life often presents to us. I help many clients including adolescents, couples, adults, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, strengthen their relationships, to become their most radiant selves as they work through their trauma, depression, anxiety, and stressors.
Hello there! :) I am Jaclene Newell (Jac-lean), as the pronunciation name. I am licensed as a licensed professional counselor with a specialization in forensics here in Wisconsin. My great compassion is to bring healing to those who are experiencing life's difficulties and guide my clients through the obstacles life often presents to us. I help many clients including adolescents, couples, adults, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, strengthen their relationships, to become their most radiant selves as they work through their trauma, depression, anxiety, and stressors.
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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.