Christian Therapists in Clayton, CA
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California’s Bay Area. I have ten years of experience working with late adolescents and adults, specializing in anxiety, stress, and relational concerns. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Relational Therapy, I help clients make meaningful progress and find relief. I have found my therapeutic style resonates with late adolescents and adults who face relationship challenges, life transitions, or overwhelming social pressures. These issues often bring stress, anxiety, and a sense of defeat.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California’s Bay Area. I have ten years of experience working with late adolescents and adults, specializing in anxiety, stress, and relational concerns. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Relational Therapy, I help clients make meaningful progress and find relief. I have found my therapeutic style resonates with late adolescents and adults who face relationship challenges, life transitions, or overwhelming social pressures. These issues often bring stress, anxiety, and a sense of defeat.
My name is Amy Modlin. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have 15 years of experience providing therapy for individuals facing a variety of issues. I specialize in addictions/substance use, depression/anxiety, trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, work-life stressors and life transitions. My approach to therapy is person-centered. I use a variety of modalities, including CBT, ACT, DBT, MI, and Mindfulness to help my clients develop the coping skills they need to manage their symptoms and achieve goals of overall well-being. I walk alongside my clients to guide the process of growth, healing, and increased insight.
My name is Amy Modlin. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have 15 years of experience providing therapy for individuals facing a variety of issues. I specialize in addictions/substance use, depression/anxiety, trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, work-life stressors and life transitions. My approach to therapy is person-centered. I use a variety of modalities, including CBT, ACT, DBT, MI, and Mindfulness to help my clients develop the coping skills they need to manage their symptoms and achieve goals of overall well-being. I walk alongside my clients to guide the process of growth, healing, and increased insight.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing online therapy for individuals, couples, families, and teens (14–18) anywhere in California. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling anxious, disconnected in their relationships, or unsure how to move forward through life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a space where you can feel safe, understood, and supported as you find greater clarity and confidence. A therapist helped me through a crisis when I was younger and it changed the course of my life — I began to feel whole again. I bring that same sense of compassion and hope to my work with clients.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing online therapy for individuals, couples, families, and teens (14–18) anywhere in California. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling anxious, disconnected in their relationships, or unsure how to move forward through life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a space where you can feel safe, understood, and supported as you find greater clarity and confidence. A therapist helped me through a crisis when I was younger and it changed the course of my life — I began to feel whole again. I bring that same sense of compassion and hope to my work with clients.
Hello, my name is Diamond McMillian. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, and Trauma, using a holistic, integrated, evidence-based approach to current life challenges. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens, young adults, and aging adults who may be dealing with the challenges of trauma, social pressures, and life transitions. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship issues.
Hello, my name is Diamond McMillian. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, and Trauma, using a holistic, integrated, evidence-based approach to current life challenges. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens, young adults, and aging adults who may be dealing with the challenges of trauma, social pressures, and life transitions. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship issues.
It's all about relationships, starting with your relationship to yourself, your family of origin, your partner, children, friends. And then there's the relationship to your problems: things like depression, anxiety, ADHD, post-partum and parenting stress, body-image problems. How do you work with the set of challenges that life hands you? I work with clients to understand themselves and their own story, and then apply that understanding, in the form of coping and problem-solving skills, to their relationships, to get through life's pain and into a life worth living.
It's all about relationships, starting with your relationship to yourself, your family of origin, your partner, children, friends. And then there's the relationship to your problems: things like depression, anxiety, ADHD, post-partum and parenting stress, body-image problems. How do you work with the set of challenges that life hands you? I work with clients to understand themselves and their own story, and then apply that understanding, in the form of coping and problem-solving skills, to their relationships, to get through life's pain and into a life worth living.
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Are you struggling with your child's social or emotional challenges? Feeling exhausted by parenting or family dynamics? Perhaps you're overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, or loneliness. Having walked my own path of healing, I deeply believe transformation happens in a safe, compassionate space where you can find calm amidst overwhelm, and rediscover your strengths in suffering. My approach guides you to regulate difficult emotions, explore your strengths and core values, and reconnect with yourself and others, enabling long-lasting change and embracing life with hope.
Are you struggling with your child's social or emotional challenges? Feeling exhausted by parenting or family dynamics? Perhaps you're overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, or loneliness. Having walked my own path of healing, I deeply believe transformation happens in a safe, compassionate space where you can find calm amidst overwhelm, and rediscover your strengths in suffering. My approach guides you to regulate difficult emotions, explore your strengths and core values, and reconnect with yourself and others, enabling long-lasting change and embracing life with hope.
I identify as a Christian therapist and can thoughtfully integrate a faith-based perspective when appropriate; however, my practice is open to everyone and rooted in a deep commitment to meeting you with warmth, understanding, and care.
I come with a very gentle, client-centered approach, which means that one of my main focuses is to create a warm, supportive and encouraging space for you to discuss the things important to you in the therapy room. My goal is to make sure you feel heard and supported - from there, we can work together to identify areas for growth and change!
I identify as a Christian therapist and can thoughtfully integrate a faith-based perspective when appropriate; however, my practice is open to everyone and rooted in a deep commitment to meeting you with warmth, understanding, and care.
I come with a very gentle, client-centered approach, which means that one of my main focuses is to create a warm, supportive and encouraging space for you to discuss the things important to you in the therapy room. My goal is to make sure you feel heard and supported - from there, we can work together to identify areas for growth and change!
It takes courage and strength to embrace healing, to create change, to experience deeper intimacy and to grow personally and spiritually. I believe that people are uniquely equipped in what they need to create both the life and relationships they want. In collaboration with you, we will work together to resolve any roadblocks and develop the tools to create both the life and relationships you desire. A quality that defines my practice is the ability to help people feel accepted and able to open up to share and explore what is on their heart and mind.
It takes courage and strength to embrace healing, to create change, to experience deeper intimacy and to grow personally and spiritually. I believe that people are uniquely equipped in what they need to create both the life and relationships they want. In collaboration with you, we will work together to resolve any roadblocks and develop the tools to create both the life and relationships you desire. A quality that defines my practice is the ability to help people feel accepted and able to open up to share and explore what is on their heart and mind.
You’ve worked hard to keep it together, but inside, things feel messy. Maybe your childhood left you feeling unseen or unsafe, and now you struggle with anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, or never really knowing who you are. Boundaries feel hard, and you're tired of repeating old patterns in relationships. You want change—you’re just not sure how to get there. If you're feeling stuck and ready to untangle the past, you're not alone.
You’ve worked hard to keep it together, but inside, things feel messy. Maybe your childhood left you feeling unseen or unsafe, and now you struggle with anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, or never really knowing who you are. Boundaries feel hard, and you're tired of repeating old patterns in relationships. You want change—you’re just not sure how to get there. If you're feeling stuck and ready to untangle the past, you're not alone.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and a Psychodynamic framework grounded in Christian values, weaving in hands-on skills and worksheets when they're a good fit.
I'm a therapist specializing in couples, families, and individual adults if you're 18 or older and looking for a safe space to heal, I'd love to work with you.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and a Psychodynamic framework grounded in Christian values, weaving in hands-on skills and worksheets when they're a good fit.
I'm a therapist specializing in couples, families, and individual adults if you're 18 or older and looking for a safe space to heal, I'd love to work with you.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and young adults, particularly those from historically marginalized communities, who are navigating anxiety, depression, anger, life transitions, identity development, or relationship challenges. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or struggling with school, family, or social stressors. Through a strengths-based, culturally responsive approach, I help clients better understand their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, build resilience, strengthen confidence, and create meaningful pathways toward personal, academic, and life success.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and young adults, particularly those from historically marginalized communities, who are navigating anxiety, depression, anger, life transitions, identity development, or relationship challenges. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or struggling with school, family, or social stressors. Through a strengths-based, culturally responsive approach, I help clients better understand their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, build resilience, strengthen confidence, and create meaningful pathways toward personal, academic, and life success.
I am a compassionate therapist who specializes in working with couples and adult individuals, providing support to clients with a range of life challenges and concerns. I am certified in Prepare Enrich, and trained in EFT, to help couples of all ages and stages of life - or even one person in the relationship struggling with challenges or major decisions. Additionally, I am a trauma informed therapist trained in EMDR to assist with healing. Research shows EMDR allows the brain to process events that happened to us instead of storing trigger responses in the body. EMDR can also be helpful with anxiety, depression and more.
I am a compassionate therapist who specializes in working with couples and adult individuals, providing support to clients with a range of life challenges and concerns. I am certified in Prepare Enrich, and trained in EFT, to help couples of all ages and stages of life - or even one person in the relationship struggling with challenges or major decisions. Additionally, I am a trauma informed therapist trained in EMDR to assist with healing. Research shows EMDR allows the brain to process events that happened to us instead of storing trigger responses in the body. EMDR can also be helpful with anxiety, depression and more.
Now offering EMDR! We have experience in effectively addressing a myriad of mental health conditions in men and women and children with civilians and active military personnel. We also specialize in psychological testing; IQ, personality, and neuropsychological evaluations. If you would like clarification on diagnosis related to learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, mood, or memory and/or cognitive impairment, psychological testing may be right for you. We test children from 4 years old + and adults 18 years old +
Now offering EMDR! We have experience in effectively addressing a myriad of mental health conditions in men and women and children with civilians and active military personnel. We also specialize in psychological testing; IQ, personality, and neuropsychological evaluations. If you would like clarification on diagnosis related to learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, mood, or memory and/or cognitive impairment, psychological testing may be right for you. We test children from 4 years old + and adults 18 years old +
Are you experiencing difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts, dealing with brain fog, crying spells or panic attacks due to the inability to manage your anxious or depressed symptoms? If you are struggling to find a balance or do not know where to begin, then it is time to connect with a therapist that can help! Let us work together to develop a plan that will enable you to bounce back in self confidence and resilience by equipping you with the right coping tools to succeed.
Are you experiencing difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts, dealing with brain fog, crying spells or panic attacks due to the inability to manage your anxious or depressed symptoms? If you are struggling to find a balance or do not know where to begin, then it is time to connect with a therapist that can help! Let us work together to develop a plan that will enable you to bounce back in self confidence and resilience by equipping you with the right coping tools to succeed.
We often find ourselves members of "clubs" we never signed up for. Unexpected "club" memberships might include living with anxiety, complex ptsd/ptsd, divorce, single parenting, the challenges of fostering or adopting, loss of a loved one, on and on. Isolation and shame are common while navigating these "club memberships." My clients are tired of being tired, ready to move from paralysis to growth, and desperate for hope and healing. They want to believe they are worthy of love, hold intrinsic value, and have something positive to bring to the world. They want positive life change and healthy relationships with self and others.
We often find ourselves members of "clubs" we never signed up for. Unexpected "club" memberships might include living with anxiety, complex ptsd/ptsd, divorce, single parenting, the challenges of fostering or adopting, loss of a loved one, on and on. Isolation and shame are common while navigating these "club memberships." My clients are tired of being tired, ready to move from paralysis to growth, and desperate for hope and healing. They want to believe they are worthy of love, hold intrinsic value, and have something positive to bring to the world. They want positive life change and healthy relationships with self and others.
Hi, I'm Amanda Smith and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My passion has been to help those who are struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, among others. I have trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Superhero Therapy. I began my Marriage and Family Telehealth practice in California out of a desire to use my life experience, education, and faith to help serve the emotional and behavioral health needs of our community and state.
Hi, I'm Amanda Smith and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My passion has been to help those who are struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, among others. I have trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Superhero Therapy. I began my Marriage and Family Telehealth practice in California out of a desire to use my life experience, education, and faith to help serve the emotional and behavioral health needs of our community and state.
Welcome! I'm Jonathan and I'm specialized in couples therapy and couple's communication. With over 15 years of experience as a therapist, My work bridges communication. It's time to break through communication challenges, find resolution and rebuild your connection with each other. The value here is your time. My knowledge and experience is designed to deliver significant improvement to your relationship right away. To get these results, I provide specific, research based action items and skills. All aimed at having you both heard while getting your relationship unstuck and back on track. Let's get started with a free consult!
Welcome! I'm Jonathan and I'm specialized in couples therapy and couple's communication. With over 15 years of experience as a therapist, My work bridges communication. It's time to break through communication challenges, find resolution and rebuild your connection with each other. The value here is your time. My knowledge and experience is designed to deliver significant improvement to your relationship right away. To get these results, I provide specific, research based action items and skills. All aimed at having you both heard while getting your relationship unstuck and back on track. Let's get started with a free consult!
For those who desire to incorporate their Christian faith into therapy, I offer a respectful integration of spiritual and clinical perspectives.
I work with individuals seeking meaningful personal growth and transformation, particularly those feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges. If you’re struggling with self-doubt, emotional exhaustion, or lack of clarity, and desire to reconnect with your authentic self, I’m here to guide you. Together, we’ll work to cultivate inner peace, self-love, and resilience, helping you break free from limiting beliefs and regain a sense of purpose, confidence, and vitality.
For those who desire to incorporate their Christian faith into therapy, I offer a respectful integration of spiritual and clinical perspectives.
I work with individuals seeking meaningful personal growth and transformation, particularly those feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges. If you’re struggling with self-doubt, emotional exhaustion, or lack of clarity, and desire to reconnect with your authentic self, I’m here to guide you. Together, we’ll work to cultivate inner peace, self-love, and resilience, helping you break free from limiting beliefs and regain a sense of purpose, confidence, and vitality.
I am a licensed therapist who can guide you in the process of becoming the person you’ve always wanted to be. I use listening skills, humor, and reflective/challenging questions to help you discover the changes you can make to improve your life. I provide the support you need not only to make these changes, but to recognize, maintain, and celebrate the progress you achieve over time. Together, we will develop realistic goals and find the solutions that can make a difference to your well-being.
I am a licensed therapist who can guide you in the process of becoming the person you’ve always wanted to be. I use listening skills, humor, and reflective/challenging questions to help you discover the changes you can make to improve your life. I provide the support you need not only to make these changes, but to recognize, maintain, and celebrate the progress you achieve over time. Together, we will develop realistic goals and find the solutions that can make a difference to your well-being.
Everyone keeps telling you things will get better, but they don't. You feel stuck, broken, like there is something wrong with you, but you don't know how to fix it. Life feels so overwhelming and there are days where it is so hard to just get out of bed. And if you do get out of bed, you just feel tortured and miserable, like you're in your own personal hell. That voice in your head keeps telling you you're not good enough. Do you turn to food or other habits you desperately wish you could change? Do you obsess about weight and body image? Do you hope for relief that you feel may never come? You are not alone.
Everyone keeps telling you things will get better, but they don't. You feel stuck, broken, like there is something wrong with you, but you don't know how to fix it. Life feels so overwhelming and there are days where it is so hard to just get out of bed. And if you do get out of bed, you just feel tortured and miserable, like you're in your own personal hell. That voice in your head keeps telling you you're not good enough. Do you turn to food or other habits you desperately wish you could change? Do you obsess about weight and body image? Do you hope for relief that you feel may never come? You are not alone.
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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.