Christian Therapists in Bonsall, CA
Pregnancy and the related milestones are so celebrated around you that it’s hard for you to talk to anyone about the emotional pain you are in. Maybe past experiences have made this season terrifying. You felt excitement at those first kicks, but now you worry when they change. You researched and planned endlessly yet fear follows you most of the day. If you’ve delivered, when your baby arrived, you expected joy but felt guilt as anxiety crept in. Fits of rage took over. Sleepless nights and constant demands left you overwhelmed, even jealous of others’ rest. Some moments you feel connected to your child, but mostly you feel lost.
Pregnancy and the related milestones are so celebrated around you that it’s hard for you to talk to anyone about the emotional pain you are in. Maybe past experiences have made this season terrifying. You felt excitement at those first kicks, but now you worry when they change. You researched and planned endlessly yet fear follows you most of the day. If you’ve delivered, when your baby arrived, you expected joy but felt guilt as anxiety crept in. Fits of rage took over. Sleepless nights and constant demands left you overwhelmed, even jealous of others’ rest. Some moments you feel connected to your child, but mostly you feel lost.
For those who want it, I also offer Christian-integrated counseling, weaving faith and psychology together.
Something feels off and you can't quite name it.
Maybe it's the anxiety that shows up without warning, tightening your chest before you even know why. Or the nagging sense that you're going through the motions, disconnected from yourself and the life you thought you'd be living by now. You might recognize the patterns: the self-doubt, the self-sabotage, the same loops playing out no matter how hard you try to break free. And you wonder why knowing about them isn't enough to change them.
You're not broken. But you may be carrying more than you've had real support to process.
For those who want it, I also offer Christian-integrated counseling, weaving faith and psychology together.
Something feels off and you can't quite name it.
Maybe it's the anxiety that shows up without warning, tightening your chest before you even know why. Or the nagging sense that you're going through the motions, disconnected from yourself and the life you thought you'd be living by now. You might recognize the patterns: the self-doubt, the self-sabotage, the same loops playing out no matter how hard you try to break free. And you wonder why knowing about them isn't enough to change them.
You're not broken. But you may be carrying more than you've had real support to process.
Incorporating Christian principles in therapy is also available.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship, trying everything you can but ending up in the same painful patterns? Or are you worried about your teen, sensing something is off but not sure how to reach her? I work especially with women who are deeply invested in their relationships but feel emotionally exhausted, and teens who are struggling. When you are so close to the situation, it can be difficult to see clearly or know what will actually help. Therapy offers a space to slow down and understand what is happening, so you can move forward with a better sense of your next steps.
Incorporating Christian principles in therapy is also available.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship, trying everything you can but ending up in the same painful patterns? Or are you worried about your teen, sensing something is off but not sure how to reach her? I work especially with women who are deeply invested in their relationships but feel emotionally exhausted, and teens who are struggling. When you are so close to the situation, it can be difficult to see clearly or know what will actually help. Therapy offers a space to slow down and understand what is happening, so you can move forward with a better sense of your next steps.
I’m a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who supports clients using Christian counseling, DBT skills, and narrative therapy.
In our first session, I’ll listen to your story and what’s bringing you to therapy. We’ll talk about your goals, and I’ll share how I can support you. It’s a relaxed, respectful conversation designed to help you feel safe, seen, and understood. You’ll leave with a sense of clarity about the process and what to expect moving forward.
I’m a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who supports clients using Christian counseling, DBT skills, and narrative therapy.
In our first session, I’ll listen to your story and what’s bringing you to therapy. We’ll talk about your goals, and I’ll share how I can support you. It’s a relaxed, respectful conversation designed to help you feel safe, seen, and understood. You’ll leave with a sense of clarity about the process and what to expect moving forward.
Hello and welcome! I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting children and adults as they navigate life’s challenges, including trauma, life transitions, and emotional distress. I bring genuine and authentic care to the therapeutic space to allow individuals to truly feel heard, seen, and cared for.
Hello and welcome! I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting children and adults as they navigate life’s challenges, including trauma, life transitions, and emotional distress. I bring genuine and authentic care to the therapeutic space to allow individuals to truly feel heard, seen, and cared for.
Hi! My name is Junise Dorestin and I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked as a children social service worker with Child Protective Services. I have been working in the field of mental health for over 10 years. I obtained my Masters of Art in Psychology emphasis Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University in 2008. I have experienced in working with incarcerated individuals, families, children and young adult. I use a broad range of treatment method to assist individuals and families in the process of reaching their goals.
Hi! My name is Junise Dorestin and I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked as a children social service worker with Child Protective Services. I have been working in the field of mental health for over 10 years. I obtained my Masters of Art in Psychology emphasis Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University in 2008. I have experienced in working with incarcerated individuals, families, children and young adult. I use a broad range of treatment method to assist individuals and families in the process of reaching their goals.
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Our clinical specialties: • Attachment focused dating & breakup recovery • Family of origin & generational issues • Emotional self awareness for parents • Codependency & emotional maturity • Childhood emotional neglect & parentification • Therapists and healthcare workers (doctors, nurses) • Grief & loss, life stage transitions • Trauma & EMDR therapy • Eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, & binge eating • Adult children of alcoholics & addicts • Entrepreneurs and business owners • Money mindset and financial values
Our clinical specialties: • Attachment focused dating & breakup recovery • Family of origin & generational issues • Emotional self awareness for parents • Codependency & emotional maturity • Childhood emotional neglect & parentification • Therapists and healthcare workers (doctors, nurses) • Grief & loss, life stage transitions • Trauma & EMDR therapy • Eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, & binge eating • Adult children of alcoholics & addicts • Entrepreneurs and business owners • Money mindset and financial values
Rooted & Resilient Marriage & Family Therapy supports individuals, couples, families, and children navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, parenting, postpartum concerns, and identity development. We are passionate about providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care, particularly for BIPOC communities. Our team uses relational and evidence-based approaches to help clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and create lasting emotional wellness, resilience, and meaningful change.
Rooted & Resilient Marriage & Family Therapy supports individuals, couples, families, and children navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, parenting, postpartum concerns, and identity development. We are passionate about providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care, particularly for BIPOC communities. Our team uses relational and evidence-based approaches to help clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and create lasting emotional wellness, resilience, and meaningful change.
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in negative patterns, struggling with depression, or carrying the effects of past trauma, therapy can offer a safe space to slow down, feel heard, and begin healing. I work from a trauma-informed lens and have experience supporting individuals with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, addiction, perfectionism, men’s mental health, and relational challenges.
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in negative patterns, struggling with depression, or carrying the effects of past trauma, therapy can offer a safe space to slow down, feel heard, and begin healing. I work from a trauma-informed lens and have experience supporting individuals with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, addiction, perfectionism, men’s mental health, and relational challenges.
My focus is to build a relationship and accompany you on the stretch to a more connected and fulfilling path. We might discuss topics like trauma, depression, dissociation, or self-esteem, using an approach that is individual to you.
My focus is to build a relationship and accompany you on the stretch to a more connected and fulfilling path. We might discuss topics like trauma, depression, dissociation, or self-esteem, using an approach that is individual to you.
In addition to providing therapy for anxiety, relationships, and general mental health, I also specialize in Christian Counseling, support for families of children with IEP/504 plans, and family members of addicts.
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming-especially when faced with the unique complexities surrounding mental health. I’m here to support you, offering compassionate support grounded with professional expertise. My goal is to create a safe space where you can explore, heal, and grow in alignment with your values and your faith. Therapy is not just about fixing what’s broken—it’s about rediscovering wholeness. You are not defined by your pain, and you are never too far gone to start again. Healing is possible, and I’m committed to helping you experience it fully.
In addition to providing therapy for anxiety, relationships, and general mental health, I also specialize in Christian Counseling, support for families of children with IEP/504 plans, and family members of addicts.
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming-especially when faced with the unique complexities surrounding mental health. I’m here to support you, offering compassionate support grounded with professional expertise. My goal is to create a safe space where you can explore, heal, and grow in alignment with your values and your faith. Therapy is not just about fixing what’s broken—it’s about rediscovering wholeness. You are not defined by your pain, and you are never too far gone to start again. Healing is possible, and I’m committed to helping you experience it fully.
Our mental, emotional, and social well-being are essential to overall health, and imbalances can affect both mind and body. Common challenges—like loss of a loved one, stress, relationship issues, work struggles, life changes, or trauma—are part of being human. Counseling can help you process these experiences and build effective coping skills.
Our mental, emotional, and social well-being are essential to overall health, and imbalances can affect both mind and body. Common challenges—like loss of a loved one, stress, relationship issues, work struggles, life changes, or trauma—are part of being human. Counseling can help you process these experiences and build effective coping skills.
This season of life has been more than you imagined. You juggle everyone else’s needs and are realizing you need space for yourself.
Friend, I’m so glad you’re here! I specialize in supporting high-capacity women & their children as they navigate betrayal, burnout, and major life changes. I know what it’s like when late-night fights leave you drained, work deadlines and carpool lines blur together, and the pressure to hold it all together feels overwhelming. It's been forever since you've laughed, relaxed, or truly enjoyed a moment yourself. You are in the right place.
This season of life has been more than you imagined. You juggle everyone else’s needs and are realizing you need space for yourself.
Friend, I’m so glad you’re here! I specialize in supporting high-capacity women & their children as they navigate betrayal, burnout, and major life changes. I know what it’s like when late-night fights leave you drained, work deadlines and carpool lines blur together, and the pressure to hold it all together feels overwhelming. It's been forever since you've laughed, relaxed, or truly enjoyed a moment yourself. You are in the right place.
Relationships can be one of life's greatest joys, but they also become a source of hurt, conflict, and disconnection. I work with couples, mothers and daughters, fathers and sons, siblings, parents, and teens, adult children, and parents' families and individuals seeking healthier relationships and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with communication, trust, conflict, life transitions, or emotional distance, we'll work together to strengthen connections, gain understanding, and create lasting change.
Relationships can be one of life's greatest joys, but they also become a source of hurt, conflict, and disconnection. I work with couples, mothers and daughters, fathers and sons, siblings, parents, and teens, adult children, and parents' families and individuals seeking healthier relationships and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with communication, trust, conflict, life transitions, or emotional distance, we'll work together to strengthen connections, gain understanding, and create lasting change.
Now accepting new clients! My ideal client is a person who feels stuck—whether in a difficult relationship, a season of anxiety and depression, or as someone navigating the impact of past trauma. They might be grappling with emotional wounds from childhood or facing the challenges of being in or leaving a destructive relationship. What they deeply desire is to feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their life. They want to heal from the pain that has kept them stuck and to rediscover their own strength and worth.
Now accepting new clients! My ideal client is a person who feels stuck—whether in a difficult relationship, a season of anxiety and depression, or as someone navigating the impact of past trauma. They might be grappling with emotional wounds from childhood or facing the challenges of being in or leaving a destructive relationship. What they deeply desire is to feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their life. They want to heal from the pain that has kept them stuck and to rediscover their own strength and worth.
True story: I’ve gotten my truck stuck in the same sandy desert spot on TWO different occasions - both times, thinking I knew what to do. Nope. Both times I needed help. Like with my truck, the help I've received in my life has helped me understand who I am and now it inspires me to support others in their journey. I have the privilege of supporting numerous couples, teens, and individuals, and I take an approach that is warm, constructive, and collaborative. Our time is spent understanding who you are, what is getting you stuck, and exploring what it may take to get you where you want to be.
True story: I’ve gotten my truck stuck in the same sandy desert spot on TWO different occasions - both times, thinking I knew what to do. Nope. Both times I needed help. Like with my truck, the help I've received in my life has helped me understand who I am and now it inspires me to support others in their journey. I have the privilege of supporting numerous couples, teens, and individuals, and I take an approach that is warm, constructive, and collaborative. Our time is spent understanding who you are, what is getting you stuck, and exploring what it may take to get you where you want to be.
As a marital and family therapist with 24 years of experience, I have helped countless families, individuals, and couples through major struggles with anxiety, depression, stress, communication issues and trauma.
As a marital and family therapist with 24 years of experience, I have helped countless families, individuals, and couples through major struggles with anxiety, depression, stress, communication issues and trauma.
Have you lost someone dear to you? Are you pregnant or feeling disoriented at home now with the baby? Or are you grieving the loss of your pregnancy? Michelle helps you to: grieve the loss of a loved one, marriage, or season of life, and develop a new rhythm that is fulfilling and authentic for you. Lili helps mom's that are at any point in their motherhood journey, including the most painful of losses that occur during pregnancy or trying to get pregnant. You are our priority.
Have you lost someone dear to you? Are you pregnant or feeling disoriented at home now with the baby? Or are you grieving the loss of your pregnancy? Michelle helps you to: grieve the loss of a loved one, marriage, or season of life, and develop a new rhythm that is fulfilling and authentic for you. Lili helps mom's that are at any point in their motherhood journey, including the most painful of losses that occur during pregnancy or trying to get pregnant. You are our priority.
You’re accomplished and capable, yet something feels off. Success hasn’t quieted the restlessness or the stress that follows you home. You’re looking for clarity, presence, and a sense of alignment that goes deeper than problem-solving. Working alongside horses offers a rare kind of mirror—they respond to your energy, not your title—inviting awareness, authenticity, and calm authority. Through this work, you reconnect with yourself and lead from a steadier, more grounded place.
You’re accomplished and capable, yet something feels off. Success hasn’t quieted the restlessness or the stress that follows you home. You’re looking for clarity, presence, and a sense of alignment that goes deeper than problem-solving. Working alongside horses offers a rare kind of mirror—they respond to your energy, not your title—inviting awareness, authenticity, and calm authority. Through this work, you reconnect with yourself and lead from a steadier, more grounded place.
I'm Denise, LMFT, The WhysCounselor. If you're a high-achieving professional struggling with anxiety, relationship conflicts, or the deep pain of betrayal trauma, you need specialized support to find sustainable resilience. Your inner critic and persistent stress don't have to define you.
I guide motivated clients to invest in lasting change. My approach uses proven methods to strengthen your ability to respond to challenges with self-kindness (your "Soothing Gear"), not self-judgment. We develop adaptive coping to restore inner safety and high performance without exhaustion.
I'm Denise, LMFT, The WhysCounselor. If you're a high-achieving professional struggling with anxiety, relationship conflicts, or the deep pain of betrayal trauma, you need specialized support to find sustainable resilience. Your inner critic and persistent stress don't have to define you.
I guide motivated clients to invest in lasting change. My approach uses proven methods to strengthen your ability to respond to challenges with self-kindness (your "Soothing Gear"), not self-judgment. We develop adaptive coping to restore inner safety and high performance without exhaustion.
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FAQ - About Christian Counselling
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.