Christian Therapists in Opelika, AL
We can utilize a Biblical approach, too, if desired.
Has someone broken your heart? Are betrayal, sleepless nights, or constant thoughts throughout the day leaving you exhausted and overwhelmed? Maybe you just need a place to finally lay all that baggage down without feeling judged. I’m here for you. Together, we can sort through the hurt, make sense of what you’re carrying & find a way forward.
Don’t lose heart & don’t let someone else’s wrongdoing harden you. I’ll bring authenticity, compassion & integrity into the room—you bring the pain. From there, we’ll work toward healing, and finding your way back to a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Hold onto hope. Better days are ahead.
We can utilize a Biblical approach, too, if desired.
Has someone broken your heart? Are betrayal, sleepless nights, or constant thoughts throughout the day leaving you exhausted and overwhelmed? Maybe you just need a place to finally lay all that baggage down without feeling judged. I’m here for you. Together, we can sort through the hurt, make sense of what you’re carrying & find a way forward.
Don’t lose heart & don’t let someone else’s wrongdoing harden you. I’ll bring authenticity, compassion & integrity into the room—you bring the pain. From there, we’ll work toward healing, and finding your way back to a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Hold onto hope. Better days are ahead.
Hello! I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate working towards my licensure. I have seen a wide range of clients from children, young adults, couples, and families. I am enjoying creating new therapeutic relationships and providing psycho-education to those struggling with things such as depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, setting boundaries, developing confidence and independence, and working through life transitions. I love working with young adults as they transition into adulthood, career life, or family life.
Hello! I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate working towards my licensure. I have seen a wide range of clients from children, young adults, couples, and families. I am enjoying creating new therapeutic relationships and providing psycho-education to those struggling with things such as depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, setting boundaries, developing confidence and independence, and working through life transitions. I love working with young adults as they transition into adulthood, career life, or family life.
Archie Schnuelle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MPA, MAC, EMDR, CSAT
3 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
Thank you for the opportunity for considering me to work with you. My background is unique and varied which provides a broad range of knowledge, and experiences from having served in the U.S. Army, worked in Law Enforcement for over twenty-five years, worked on a church staff and as Therapist. I find it rewarding to help individuals realize their potential, see hope in a better future and becoming their best selves in life. We should not be defined by the negative beliefs we hold about ourselves but in the positive changes we can make. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, and adolescents.
Thank you for the opportunity for considering me to work with you. My background is unique and varied which provides a broad range of knowledge, and experiences from having served in the U.S. Army, worked in Law Enforcement for over twenty-five years, worked on a church staff and as Therapist. I find it rewarding to help individuals realize their potential, see hope in a better future and becoming their best selves in life. We should not be defined by the negative beliefs we hold about ourselves but in the positive changes we can make. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, and adolescents.
I work with adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, behavioral concerns, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. My approach is warm, supportive, and client-centered, creating a safe space for healing and growth without judgment. I help clients build resilience, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills while working toward emotional wellness. As the owner of Counseling for Restoration, Purpose, and Wellness, I am passionate about helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive.
I work with adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, behavioral concerns, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. My approach is warm, supportive, and client-centered, creating a safe space for healing and growth without judgment. I help clients build resilience, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills while working toward emotional wellness. As the owner of Counseling for Restoration, Purpose, and Wellness, I am passionate about helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive.
We see individuals who seek guidance grounded in Christian morals to address a range of deeply personal challenges.
I specialize in providing unwavering support and guidance. My approach is rooted in offering clients a safe and compassionate space to share their experiences and emotions. I work closely with each individual to understand their unique struggles. Through a client-centered and holistic approach, I help them develop practical tools and coping strategies.
We see individuals who seek guidance grounded in Christian morals to address a range of deeply personal challenges.
I specialize in providing unwavering support and guidance. My approach is rooted in offering clients a safe and compassionate space to share their experiences and emotions. I work closely with each individual to understand their unique struggles. Through a client-centered and holistic approach, I help them develop practical tools and coping strategies.
My approach integrates Christian faith with sound psychological practice, creating space for spiritual conversations if and when you desire them, guided by training in both theology and psychology.
You don't have to navigate this alone. Often, people reach out when they sense it’s time for change and are looking for someone to walk with them toward meaningful growth. Many of the struggles we face are connected to our past experiences, relationships, and the way we understand ourselves and the world around us. These areas can influence us in deep and layered ways. My role is to help you gain understanding, connect you with healthy support, and when the time is right, step back as you move forward confidently.
My approach integrates Christian faith with sound psychological practice, creating space for spiritual conversations if and when you desire them, guided by training in both theology and psychology.
You don't have to navigate this alone. Often, people reach out when they sense it’s time for change and are looking for someone to walk with them toward meaningful growth. Many of the struggles we face are connected to our past experiences, relationships, and the way we understand ourselves and the world around us. These areas can influence us in deep and layered ways. My role is to help you gain understanding, connect you with healthy support, and when the time is right, step back as you move forward confidently.
My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in finding their own path to improve overall health and quality of life through a greater understanding of self, relationships and happiness. You are tired of feeling the way you do, and that's okay. It is brave to take this first step, and I am thankful for your courage to act. As a former teacher and school counselor, I have a wide range of experience working with adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression and school related issues, etc. I have seen how demanding this period of life can be and how having the right support system in place can make all the difference.
My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in finding their own path to improve overall health and quality of life through a greater understanding of self, relationships and happiness. You are tired of feeling the way you do, and that's okay. It is brave to take this first step, and I am thankful for your courage to act. As a former teacher and school counselor, I have a wide range of experience working with adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression and school related issues, etc. I have seen how demanding this period of life can be and how having the right support system in place can make all the difference.
If you have ever suffered a loss that leaves a hole in the pit of your stomach due to losing a loved one, you may be looking for help. Loss is something many experience, but little discuss in depth. When you lose someone you love and care for, you need to have the opportunity to work through those emotions with someone who will listen. Grief can come in many different forms such as: death, disease diagnosis, divorce, and separation. Grief is also compounded when life continues and you are still grieving.
If you have ever suffered a loss that leaves a hole in the pit of your stomach due to losing a loved one, you may be looking for help. Loss is something many experience, but little discuss in depth. When you lose someone you love and care for, you need to have the opportunity to work through those emotions with someone who will listen. Grief can come in many different forms such as: death, disease diagnosis, divorce, and separation. Grief is also compounded when life continues and you are still grieving.
Jermel Pulliam, LPC and Dr. Clinton Smith are offering a Free Consultation for hypnosis. Clinton Smith, Psy.D has effectively used clinical hypnosis for Weight Loss, Anxiety, Poor Sleep, Depression, and Smoking online since 2007. Register for a Free Screening in the comfort of your home. We will PROVE you can be hypnotized before accepting you as a client. Dr. Smith has combined psychological tools & hypnotherapy since 1992. See M.D. endorsements and a video of Dr. Oz relating facts about Medical hypnosis. Register At: HypnosisByDoctors.com/Register.
Jermel Pulliam, LPC and Dr. Clinton Smith are offering a Free Consultation for hypnosis. Clinton Smith, Psy.D has effectively used clinical hypnosis for Weight Loss, Anxiety, Poor Sleep, Depression, and Smoking online since 2007. Register for a Free Screening in the comfort of your home. We will PROVE you can be hypnotized before accepting you as a client. Dr. Smith has combined psychological tools & hypnotherapy since 1992. See M.D. endorsements and a video of Dr. Oz relating facts about Medical hypnosis. Register At: HypnosisByDoctors.com/Register.
I specialize in helping teens and pre-teens, adults, couples, and families heal from trauma, divorce, relationship issues, grief, and emotional wounds—blending clinical tools and, when desired, a Christian perspective to foster inner healing, emotional clarity, and stronger, more meaningful connections.
You’re exhausted from holding it all together, fighting through anxiety, depression, or past trauma while trying to keep yourself and your relationships intact. Maybe you’re overwhelmed by parenting struggles, stuck in painful patterns, or navigating the emotional fallout of divorce or conflict. You’ve tried to stay strong, but now you’re ready for relief. I offer a space where faith and clinical support come together, helping you break cycles, process pain, and move forward with clarity, peace, and direction.
I specialize in helping teens and pre-teens, adults, couples, and families heal from trauma, divorce, relationship issues, grief, and emotional wounds—blending clinical tools and, when desired, a Christian perspective to foster inner healing, emotional clarity, and stronger, more meaningful connections.
You’re exhausted from holding it all together, fighting through anxiety, depression, or past trauma while trying to keep yourself and your relationships intact. Maybe you’re overwhelmed by parenting struggles, stuck in painful patterns, or navigating the emotional fallout of divorce or conflict. You’ve tried to stay strong, but now you’re ready for relief. I offer a space where faith and clinical support come together, helping you break cycles, process pain, and move forward with clarity, peace, and direction.
Maple created Crosswalk Psychological Services to serve adults, teens, & young children who want their therapy to align with their Christian faith.
Dr. Maple's work emphasizes building a rapport, identifying strengths, clarifying goals, and facilitating progress. This approach tends to fit well with growth-oriented clients. Because religious faith is at the core of one's well-being, Crosswalk clients enjoy being able to discuss their current challenges in the framework of their Christian beliefs.
Maple created Crosswalk Psychological Services to serve adults, teens, & young children who want their therapy to align with their Christian faith.
Dr. Maple's work emphasizes building a rapport, identifying strengths, clarifying goals, and facilitating progress. This approach tends to fit well with growth-oriented clients. Because religious faith is at the core of one's well-being, Crosswalk clients enjoy being able to discuss their current challenges in the framework of their Christian beliefs.
I believe it is my purpose to serve others and facilitate them finding their own purpose in order that they become a change agent of positive solutions for themselves and others.
I believe it is my purpose to serve others and facilitate them finding their own purpose in order that they become a change agent of positive solutions for themselves and others.
As an LPC-S with over 17 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals overcome a variety of challenges in their lives. I bring both clinical expertise and compassion to my practice. In addition to counseling, I am now accepting Associate License Counselors (ALC) for supervision. I provide a supportive educational space for emerging therapist to grow their clinical skills and develop their unique therapeutic voice.
As an LPC-S with over 17 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals overcome a variety of challenges in their lives. I bring both clinical expertise and compassion to my practice. In addition to counseling, I am now accepting Associate License Counselors (ALC) for supervision. I provide a supportive educational space for emerging therapist to grow their clinical skills and develop their unique therapeutic voice.
Hi! I am Tiama Rucker, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I approach each therapy session with sensitivity, compassion, and empathy while creating a safe space for change and growth. My approach to therapy is client centered because I focus on the unique and specific needs of the individual. Because, every situation is different, I work with the individual to set goals and find which tools and approaches will best help them.
Hi! I am Tiama Rucker, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I approach each therapy session with sensitivity, compassion, and empathy while creating a safe space for change and growth. My approach to therapy is client centered because I focus on the unique and specific needs of the individual. Because, every situation is different, I work with the individual to set goals and find which tools and approaches will best help them.
Great to meet you! I'm Glynnis M. Young, LPC. I help adults who are feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in painful patterns, or simply ready for something different in their lives. Therapy with me is a space where you can exhale, feel heard, and begin doing the deeper work of healing with support that is compassionate, honest, and empowering.
Great to meet you! I'm Glynnis M. Young, LPC. I help adults who are feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in painful patterns, or simply ready for something different in their lives. Therapy with me is a space where you can exhale, feel heard, and begin doing the deeper work of healing with support that is compassionate, honest, and empowering.
I’ll walk beside you along your journey to healing and living your life to the fullest. I am passionate about helping you achieve authenticity, rewire maladaptive thought patterns and heal from trauma in a supportive and compassionate environment.
I’ll walk beside you along your journey to healing and living your life to the fullest. I am passionate about helping you achieve authenticity, rewire maladaptive thought patterns and heal from trauma in a supportive and compassionate environment.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. Based on my experiences and training, I take a developmental approach to helping clients build strategies and skills to manage challenges. I believe our early experiences shape the way we handle distress, problem-solve, and develop relationships. My training in attachment, infant and early childhood mental health, as well as play therapy, have not only served me well in my work with young children but also with clients of all ages since I tend to view current challenges through a developmental lens.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. Based on my experiences and training, I take a developmental approach to helping clients build strategies and skills to manage challenges. I believe our early experiences shape the way we handle distress, problem-solve, and develop relationships. My training in attachment, infant and early childhood mental health, as well as play therapy, have not only served me well in my work with young children but also with clients of all ages since I tend to view current challenges through a developmental lens.
Laurie Mattson Shoemaker, M.S., LPC-S
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, RPT-S, LPC-S
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
I have worked with children and their families who are going through the divorce process for over thirty years. I have worked with families who are in extreme conflict and counsel the children, provided co-parenting to the parents and parental coordination post-divorce to the families.
I have worked with children and their families who are going through the divorce process for over thirty years. I have worked with families who are in extreme conflict and counsel the children, provided co-parenting to the parents and parental coordination post-divorce to the families.
Cassie Allen, EMDR & Trauma Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MBA, LCSW, EMDR
4 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
On paper, everything is fine. Good job. Relationships. A full life. But there's a version of you that stays quiet in most rooms — the one who's been carrying something for a long time without a place to set it down. You're capable, maybe too capable. The kind of person who figures things out. Except this one thing, this hum underneath everything, hasn't figured itself out. And you're starting to wonder if it ever will on its own.
On paper, everything is fine. Good job. Relationships. A full life. But there's a version of you that stays quiet in most rooms — the one who's been carrying something for a long time without a place to set it down. You're capable, maybe too capable. The kind of person who figures things out. Except this one thing, this hum underneath everything, hasn't figured itself out. And you're starting to wonder if it ever will on its own.
I am also trained to integrate the Christian faith into counseling at the request of clients, providing spiritual direction and drawing on the deep devotional and meditative traditions.
If you’re here, something likely feels stuck — intrusive thoughts, persistent worry, emotional heaviness, or patterns that repeat despite your effort. You may function well on the outside while privately exhausted or discouraged. Suffering cannot always be avoided, but it does not have to define your life. Change is possible, and relief can begin sooner than you think.
I integrate evidence based modalities such as EMDR, DBT, IFS, and ERP to help clients process trauma, reduce anxiety, and interrupt rigid cognitive and behavioral cycles. My approach is structured, goal-oriented, and skills-based.
I am also trained to integrate the Christian faith into counseling at the request of clients, providing spiritual direction and drawing on the deep devotional and meditative traditions.
If you’re here, something likely feels stuck — intrusive thoughts, persistent worry, emotional heaviness, or patterns that repeat despite your effort. You may function well on the outside while privately exhausted or discouraged. Suffering cannot always be avoided, but it does not have to define your life. Change is possible, and relief can begin sooner than you think.
I integrate evidence based modalities such as EMDR, DBT, IFS, and ERP to help clients process trauma, reduce anxiety, and interrupt rigid cognitive and behavioral cycles. My approach is structured, goal-oriented, and skills-based.
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What can a Christian therapist help with?
Many Christian counselors incorporate faith-based principles into psychotherapy and draw guidance from biblical writings. This approach may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing concerns related to faith, prolonged grief, substance use, or questions about life’s purpose. Christian therapists may also offer marital, premarital, or family counseling. These can be helpful options if your concerns are more relational in nature, such as communication challenges in a marriage, conflict within a family, or adjustment following a major family transition, such as divorce or a move.
How does Christian faith shape the therapy experience?
Christian faith can shape the therapy experience by giving you a familiar framework for discussing meaning, purpose, forgiveness, relationships, and hope in sessions. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may draw on Christian values, prayer, or spiritual reflection alongside other therapeutic approaches. In addition, while training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has shown that a strong alliance between you and your 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. Nevertheless, an ethical Christian therapist should be clear about how they incorporate faith and should respect the level of spiritual discussion that feels right for you.
Does Christian therapy work across different denominations?
Christian therapy can be helpful for people from various different Christian traditions, including Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, and Anglican backgrounds. Many Christian therapists are able to support clients across denominations by focusing on shared Christian values, such as faith, prayer, forgiveness, and hope. That said, denomination can matter for some clients. A person’s identified denomination may shape how they understand relationships and life roles. If these differences are important to you, it may be helpful to ask a therapist whether they have experience working with clients from your specific denomination or faith tradition.
Can a Christian therapist help with marriage and couples counseling?
Christian faith-based therapy can take many different forms, including marriage counseling and couples counseling. Some therapists may also offer Christian pre-marital counseling. In these settings, Christian therapists may work with couples on concerns such as communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, parenting, and major life transitions. A Christian therapist may also help couples explore how shared Christian beliefs shape the relationship. They may encourage you and your partner to practice skills learned in therapy in your everyday lives, including both faith-based practices and non-faith-based tools, such as prayer or communication skills.
Can a Christian therapist help with sensitive issues like sex, trauma, or addiction?
Licensed therapists with adequate training should be equipped to help with a number of sensitive issues, including sex, trauma, and addiction. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may help explore how your spiritual beliefs relate to your challenges, healing, and recovery. A competent and ethical Christian therapist should not judge, shame, or impose a particular belief when discussing these topics, and if you feel judged, it may be time to seek another therapist.
How can a Christian therapist support family therapy?
Christian family therapy can help families address conflict, communication challenges, parenting concerns, grief, or adjustment following a major life transition. A Christian therapist may support family members in understanding one another’s perspectives, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, and rebuilding trust. For families who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may also help explore how family values related to Christianity can support healing.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with Christian clients?
If religion is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Christian clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask how they incorporate Christian values into therapy or how they approach certain topics that matter to you. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your religious background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
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 and have identified as Christian. It shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.