Christian Therapists in Sahuarita, AZ
I am a Christian and I take into account the spirit, mind and body in my therapeutic work.
My goal is to help you gain insight and reach wholeness. When you finish treatment my hope is that you will be strengthened in your ability to live your life on purpose and with happiness. I believe in hard work and during our sessions you will be challenged to face yourself, your past and to figure out what you want for your future. I will be there to encourage you, empathize with you and empower you to heal, grow and embrace what you desire out of life.
I am a Christian and I take into account the spirit, mind and body in my therapeutic work.
My goal is to help you gain insight and reach wholeness. When you finish treatment my hope is that you will be strengthened in your ability to live your life on purpose and with happiness. I believe in hard work and during our sessions you will be challenged to face yourself, your past and to figure out what you want for your future. I will be there to encourage you, empathize with you and empower you to heal, grow and embrace what you desire out of life.
If you’ve been carrying the weight of your past for far too long, and you’re ready for life to feel lighter, safer, and more connected again, you’re in the right place. Many of the adults I work with describe feeling stuck caught in cycles of anxiety, emotional reactivity, self-doubt, or a sense of disconnection from themselves and others. They’ve survived trauma, abuse, emotional neglect, grief, or overwhelming life experiences, and they’re looking for a space where healing feels possible, supported, and genuinely safe.
If you’ve been carrying the weight of your past for far too long, and you’re ready for life to feel lighter, safer, and more connected again, you’re in the right place. Many of the adults I work with describe feeling stuck caught in cycles of anxiety, emotional reactivity, self-doubt, or a sense of disconnection from themselves and others. They’ve survived trauma, abuse, emotional neglect, grief, or overwhelming life experiences, and they’re looking for a space where healing feels possible, supported, and genuinely safe.
Hello, and congratulations on taking this step. Reaching out takes awareness, courage, and a real commitment to change — it requires to invite someone into your struggles.
I've spent over 25 years working in behavioral health as a clinician, clinical supervisor, and clinical director. My career has taken me from a faith-based agency in New England to a community behavioral health center in northeastern Arizona, where I eventually led clinical services for 12 years, to providing counseling at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base — an experience that deepened my respect for military members and their families.
Hello, and congratulations on taking this step. Reaching out takes awareness, courage, and a real commitment to change — it requires to invite someone into your struggles.
I've spent over 25 years working in behavioral health as a clinician, clinical supervisor, and clinical director. My career has taken me from a faith-based agency in New England to a community behavioral health center in northeastern Arizona, where I eventually led clinical services for 12 years, to providing counseling at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base — an experience that deepened my respect for military members and their families.
I also employ other theories and approaches, such as Adlerian, somatic, play, sandtray, and for those who request it, Christian counseling.
Many adults struggle with communication and relationship issues that lead to explosive emotions, including anxiety and anger. Lack of trust leads us to keep those we love at a distance. All of these issues and more are usually symptomatic of a larger problem that keep us moving from one crisis to the next. The wounds of childhood trauma are far-reaching. We create masks and walls within us, and we acquire unhealthy and maladaptive coping mechanisms, keeping us chained to our past. Our childhood experiences, whether we remember them or not, are interwoven into the fabric of our being and how we live our lives and do relationships.
I also employ other theories and approaches, such as Adlerian, somatic, play, sandtray, and for those who request it, Christian counseling.
Many adults struggle with communication and relationship issues that lead to explosive emotions, including anxiety and anger. Lack of trust leads us to keep those we love at a distance. All of these issues and more are usually symptomatic of a larger problem that keep us moving from one crisis to the next. The wounds of childhood trauma are far-reaching. We create masks and walls within us, and we acquire unhealthy and maladaptive coping mechanisms, keeping us chained to our past. Our childhood experiences, whether we remember them or not, are interwoven into the fabric of our being and how we live our lives and do relationships.
Do you feel like you’re functioning — but only just? On the outside, everything might look fine — work is stable, relationships are intact — yet inside you feel worn down, constantly on alert, or disconnected from the joy and presence you once had. Maybe you’ve been pushing through, telling yourself you should feel better by now, only to find that anxiety, self-criticism, or old habits keep showing up in ways that drain your energy and quiet your voice.
Do you feel like you’re functioning — but only just? On the outside, everything might look fine — work is stable, relationships are intact — yet inside you feel worn down, constantly on alert, or disconnected from the joy and presence you once had. Maybe you’ve been pushing through, telling yourself you should feel better by now, only to find that anxiety, self-criticism, or old habits keep showing up in ways that drain your energy and quiet your voice.
I offer Catholic- Christian integrated counseling for clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and the deeper questions of vocation and meaning.
Sessions are structured and goal-oriented, helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I draw on cognitive approaches that shift unhelpful thinking patterns, and integrate faith as a resource, not a requirement.
I offer Catholic- Christian integrated counseling for clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and the deeper questions of vocation and meaning.
Sessions are structured and goal-oriented, helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I draw on cognitive approaches that shift unhelpful thinking patterns, and integrate faith as a resource, not a requirement.
Shelly (Michele) McCullough-Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CGP, CIHMP
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
It can be a bit challenging reaching out for help, but I would be honored to provide the therapeutic support in your journey to wellness. I provide therapy with a solution focus and strength based flair. I believe you want to be the best version of yourself you can imagine. As your therapist, together, we can work through obstacles which are challenging at present. I offer compassion, understanding, as well as a kind and direct approach to ensure each minute we meet is valuable to your well-being.
It can be a bit challenging reaching out for help, but I would be honored to provide the therapeutic support in your journey to wellness. I provide therapy with a solution focus and strength based flair. I believe you want to be the best version of yourself you can imagine. As your therapist, together, we can work through obstacles which are challenging at present. I offer compassion, understanding, as well as a kind and direct approach to ensure each minute we meet is valuable to your well-being.
I was born in San Salvador, El Salvador (South America), and I am a psychotherapist working in Green Valley/Sahuarita, Arizona providing services to children, adolescents, and adults. I am bilingual in Spanish and have experience working with a wide variety of cultures, diverse groups and situations. I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 1997 at Lesley University in Cambridge Massachusetts.
I am certified EMDR therapist and a registered play therapist. I have received training in CBT, DBT, DNMS, ADHD, and Mindfulness
I was born in San Salvador, El Salvador (South America), and I am a psychotherapist working in Green Valley/Sahuarita, Arizona providing services to children, adolescents, and adults. I am bilingual in Spanish and have experience working with a wide variety of cultures, diverse groups and situations. I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 1997 at Lesley University in Cambridge Massachusetts.
I am certified EMDR therapist and a registered play therapist. I have received training in CBT, DBT, DNMS, ADHD, and Mindfulness
June/July 2026 - I presently have EMDR and WPATH initial sessions in 4-6 weeks.
I am an EMDR certified psychotherapist and certified trauma therapist specializing in helping my clients change, heal, and evolve in the ways they want. I do this by walking beside you, helping to illuminate your strengths and your individual path. I greatly value unique personal identity, all lifestyles and faiths, new perspectives, and neuro-divergence. I work with my clients in a safe and affirming environment. I have done my own extensive personal work which allows me to show up as an emotionally recovered person.
June/July 2026 - I presently have EMDR and WPATH initial sessions in 4-6 weeks.
I am an EMDR certified psychotherapist and certified trauma therapist specializing in helping my clients change, heal, and evolve in the ways they want. I do this by walking beside you, helping to illuminate your strengths and your individual path. I greatly value unique personal identity, all lifestyles and faiths, new perspectives, and neuro-divergence. I work with my clients in a safe and affirming environment. I have done my own extensive personal work which allows me to show up as an emotionally recovered person.
Noelle Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I offer a Christian-based perspective for those who seek this.
How do you want your storybook to read? Life is a chapter book, filled with many experiences that change our landscape and how we view the world. We close chapters and open new ones throughout the trajectory of life. Sometimes you may feel like you’re slipping or just holding on. Other times you may feel as if you’re soaring above the mountains. Whatever chapter you're writing today, it’s okay to be where you are. How do you want your next page to read? Are you ready to take back control of whatever is holding onto you and change your landscape?
I offer a Christian-based perspective for those who seek this.
How do you want your storybook to read? Life is a chapter book, filled with many experiences that change our landscape and how we view the world. We close chapters and open new ones throughout the trajectory of life. Sometimes you may feel like you’re slipping or just holding on. Other times you may feel as if you’re soaring above the mountains. Whatever chapter you're writing today, it’s okay to be where you are. How do you want your next page to read? Are you ready to take back control of whatever is holding onto you and change your landscape?
These are the main issues I can help you with, this is what a typical treatment plan may involve and the benefits you can expect: I specialize in Cult Recovery, Crisis of Faith (Mormon/ Evangelical), and Neurodivergent-affirming care for DID/Alter Systems.
I help you navigate the heavy intersection of faith, identity, and trauma. If you are untangling your life from intricate religious systems, I offer a supportive space to honor your journey. I specialize in the nuanced transition of a Crisis of Faith, providing a soft landing for those Questioning or seeking Cult Recovery and healing from Masonic ties.
Whether you are managing a DID System with Alters or healing from Betrayal Trauma, I provide an affirming space. Using IFS, EMDR, and ACT, we’ll work to reclaim your autonomy and build a life rooted in your values.
These are the main issues I can help you with, this is what a typical treatment plan may involve and the benefits you can expect: I specialize in Cult Recovery, Crisis of Faith (Mormon/ Evangelical), and Neurodivergent-affirming care for DID/Alter Systems.
I help you navigate the heavy intersection of faith, identity, and trauma. If you are untangling your life from intricate religious systems, I offer a supportive space to honor your journey. I specialize in the nuanced transition of a Crisis of Faith, providing a soft landing for those Questioning or seeking Cult Recovery and healing from Masonic ties.
Whether you are managing a DID System with Alters or healing from Betrayal Trauma, I provide an affirming space. Using IFS, EMDR, and ACT, we’ll work to reclaim your autonomy and build a life rooted in your values.
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As a counselor-in-training and clinical intern at Olive Branch Counseling, I am passionate about serving the Tucson community with authenticity, and care. As a Tucson native, I value connection and believe in meeting individuals exactly where they are, honoring their lived experiences while fostering hope, resilience, and emotional well-being.
As a counselor-in-training and clinical intern at Olive Branch Counseling, I am passionate about serving the Tucson community with authenticity, and care. As a Tucson native, I value connection and believe in meeting individuals exactly where they are, honoring their lived experiences while fostering hope, resilience, and emotional well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from the person you want to be? I specialize in helping children, teens, adults, and neurodivergent individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, trauma, and the complex experiences of adoption and foster care. My approach is grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity to grow, heal, and thrive—sometimes we just need the right support to get there.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from the person you want to be? I specialize in helping children, teens, adults, and neurodivergent individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, trauma, and the complex experiences of adoption and foster care. My approach is grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity to grow, heal, and thrive—sometimes we just need the right support to get there.
Everyone has their own unique story to tell and needs someone they feel is safe, confidential, and ready to listen. I am passionate about people and the stories they are willing to share - their hurts and their joys, their losses and their successes. Absolutely everyone, at some point in their life, experiences a sense of feeling stuck or feeling unable to move forward, and that’s OK! The fact that you are seeking counseling tells me that you have incredible courage, and are ready to push forward, but may not know where to begin.
Everyone has their own unique story to tell and needs someone they feel is safe, confidential, and ready to listen. I am passionate about people and the stories they are willing to share - their hurts and their joys, their losses and their successes. Absolutely everyone, at some point in their life, experiences a sense of feeling stuck or feeling unable to move forward, and that’s OK! The fact that you are seeking counseling tells me that you have incredible courage, and are ready to push forward, but may not know where to begin.
No matter who you are, or what you’re facing, you deserve a life worth living. I am here to help you break through the pain, anxiety, depression, and roadblocks holding you back from the life, and the relationships, you want and deserve. Are you living with unspoken pain from past trauma? Struggling with family or relationship conflicts that are never resolved? At the pinnacle of your career, yet drowning in workplace stress leading to anxiety, depression or substance use?
Let's paddle towards the light together!
No matter who you are, or what you’re facing, you deserve a life worth living. I am here to help you break through the pain, anxiety, depression, and roadblocks holding you back from the life, and the relationships, you want and deserve. Are you living with unspoken pain from past trauma? Struggling with family or relationship conflicts that are never resolved? At the pinnacle of your career, yet drowning in workplace stress leading to anxiety, depression or substance use?
Let's paddle towards the light together!
Consejeria Ruiz, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH, TF-CBT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Clic en el sitio "WebSite" para programar una cita conmigo a través de SonderMind. Hola, soy Naneth Ruiz y me especializo en trabajar con adultos, jóvenes y familias. Tengo 10 años de experiencia profesional como terapeuta autorizada en NC y en AZ. Mi objetivo es promover un espacio reconfortante y empoderador para mis clientes mientras enfrentan problemas como la ansiedad, la depresión, el trauma interpersonal y el autoestima. Mi área de especialización es ayudar a los clientes a mejorar su calidad de vida a través de la comunicación asertiva y el establecimiento de límites. Creo firmemente en la congruencia con mis clientes.
Clic en el sitio "WebSite" para programar una cita conmigo a través de SonderMind. Hola, soy Naneth Ruiz y me especializo en trabajar con adultos, jóvenes y familias. Tengo 10 años de experiencia profesional como terapeuta autorizada en NC y en AZ. Mi objetivo es promover un espacio reconfortante y empoderador para mis clientes mientras enfrentan problemas como la ansiedad, la depresión, el trauma interpersonal y el autoestima. Mi área de especialización es ayudar a los clientes a mejorar su calidad de vida a través de la comunicación asertiva y el establecimiento de límites. Creo firmemente en la congruencia con mis clientes.
Therapy is a unique experience for each person, and I do my best to keep this in mind each time I meet with someone for the first time who has sought to begin that process with me. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety and stress, a lack of direction, a major life change, difficulties in your relationship or any other barrier to a life filled with satisfaction, meaning and purpose; I will meet you where you are at on that journey and work together with you on goals that you find most important.
Therapy is a unique experience for each person, and I do my best to keep this in mind each time I meet with someone for the first time who has sought to begin that process with me. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety and stress, a lack of direction, a major life change, difficulties in your relationship or any other barrier to a life filled with satisfaction, meaning and purpose; I will meet you where you are at on that journey and work together with you on goals that you find most important.
What if the pain you’ve worked so hard to manage is the very thing keeping you stuck?
Are you a high achiever who looks successful on the outside, yet still feels weighed down by anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or patterns you can’t seem to break? You’ve done the work. You’ve powered through. And still — something isn’t shifting the way you know it should.
I specialize in working with results-driven individuals who are ready to stop surviving and start feeling better — not someday, but now.
What if the pain you’ve worked so hard to manage is the very thing keeping you stuck?
Are you a high achiever who looks successful on the outside, yet still feels weighed down by anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or patterns you can’t seem to break? You’ve done the work. You’ve powered through. And still — something isn’t shifting the way you know it should.
I specialize in working with results-driven individuals who are ready to stop surviving and start feeling better — not someday, but now.
I have 38 years experience in mental health counseling. I have 13 years experience working with military and veterans. I also had a radio show called Navigating the Crossroads of Divorce on KXXT and Breakthrough thinking internet radio. If you are at a crossroads in your life and need some help navigating your path, please give me a call. I can help you navigate for a brighter future.
I have 38 years experience in mental health counseling. I have 13 years experience working with military and veterans. I also had a radio show called Navigating the Crossroads of Divorce on KXXT and Breakthrough thinking internet radio. If you are at a crossroads in your life and need some help navigating your path, please give me a call. I can help you navigate for a brighter future.
Living with the effects of narcissistic or emotional abuse from a partner, parent, or family member can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and cut off from yourself. Long-term manipulation and control can make you question your instincts, your memory, and even your sense of reality. You may know something was deeply wrong but find it hard to put into words. What you are looking for is straightforward: to feel clear, steady, and safe again.
Living with the effects of narcissistic or emotional abuse from a partner, parent, or family member can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and cut off from yourself. Long-term manipulation and control can make you question your instincts, your memory, and even your sense of reality. You may know something was deeply wrong but find it hard to put into words. What you are looking for is straightforward: to feel clear, steady, and safe again.
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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.