Christian Therapists in Lafayette, CA
Welcome! As a licensed clinical psychotherapist and social worker with over 35 years of experience, I am dedicated to your well-being and wholeness.
If you suffer trauma, have anxiety, are struggling with PTSD or life stressors, stay stuck in repeat patterns, seek support for self-esteem or relationship issues, can't find your strengths or worth I am here to help. Together, we will identify the challenges you are facing, develop your internal resources, grow your strengths, break negative patterns, build coping tools, and work on strategies to help you move forward in life with clarity, confidence, and resilience—one step at a time.
Welcome! As a licensed clinical psychotherapist and social worker with over 35 years of experience, I am dedicated to your well-being and wholeness.
If you suffer trauma, have anxiety, are struggling with PTSD or life stressors, stay stuck in repeat patterns, seek support for self-esteem or relationship issues, can't find your strengths or worth I am here to help. Together, we will identify the challenges you are facing, develop your internal resources, grow your strengths, break negative patterns, build coping tools, and work on strategies to help you move forward in life with clarity, confidence, and resilience—one step at a time.
Healing the Parent-Child Bond: Attachment, Play, & Co-Regulation
Is your home feeling like a battlefield of constant power struggles and emotional storms?
You love your child deeply, yet you might find yourself reacting in ways that leave you feeling guilty or exhausted. You wonder why certain behaviors "trigger" you so intensely, or why the parenting tools that work for others don’t seem to work for your family.
Healing the Parent-Child Bond: Attachment, Play, & Co-Regulation
Is your home feeling like a battlefield of constant power struggles and emotional storms?
You love your child deeply, yet you might find yourself reacting in ways that leave you feeling guilty or exhausted. You wonder why certain behaviors "trigger" you so intensely, or why the parenting tools that work for others don’t seem to work for your family.
Christian faith integration is optional and always client-led.
You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through eating disorder recovery. I specialize in supporting young adults navigating eating disorders, anxiety, and the messy transitions into adulthood—college, careers, relationships, identity, or faith.
Therapy with me is collaborative and real—I’m not a blank-slate therapist. I show up with humor, warmth, and curiosity. We’ll unpack the behaviors and beliefs that keep you stuck (restricting, bingeing, over exercising, obsessing, overthinking), and move toward grounded, sustainable change.
I use a HAES-informed, psychodynamic and DBT blend—with humor, warmth, and realness.
Christian faith integration is optional and always client-led.
You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through eating disorder recovery. I specialize in supporting young adults navigating eating disorders, anxiety, and the messy transitions into adulthood—college, careers, relationships, identity, or faith.
Therapy with me is collaborative and real—I’m not a blank-slate therapist. I show up with humor, warmth, and curiosity. We’ll unpack the behaviors and beliefs that keep you stuck (restricting, bingeing, over exercising, obsessing, overthinking), and move toward grounded, sustainable change.
I use a HAES-informed, psychodynamic and DBT blend—with humor, warmth, and realness.
As a Catholic Christian therapist, I also offer the option to integrate faith and spirituality into our work, if that is something meaningful to you.
Starting therapy is a meaningful and often vulnerable step. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by current stress, navigating a difficult season, or wanting to better understand yourself, you don’t have to go through it alone. My hope is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered as we work toward your goals together.
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, adults, and mothers. I offer individual therapy, consultations, and assessments. I currently have a waitlist for evaluations for Autism.
As a Catholic Christian therapist, I also offer the option to integrate faith and spirituality into our work, if that is something meaningful to you.
Starting therapy is a meaningful and often vulnerable step. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by current stress, navigating a difficult season, or wanting to better understand yourself, you don’t have to go through it alone. My hope is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered as we work toward your goals together.
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, adults, and mothers. I offer individual therapy, consultations, and assessments. I currently have a waitlist for evaluations for Autism.
Do you find yourself struggling with a familiar theme over and over again? Do you often feel triggered in your relationships that result in dynamics that keep you from feeling safe in? Is there a critical voice inside your head despite your hard work? You may be generous to help the people around you, but struggle to be with yourself with the same kind of grace and kindness. Our difficult upbringing and traumatic experiences can affect us in different ways, manifesting in ways such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, irritability, and so on. When you are experiencing it, it is overwhelming and isolating.
Do you find yourself struggling with a familiar theme over and over again? Do you often feel triggered in your relationships that result in dynamics that keep you from feeling safe in? Is there a critical voice inside your head despite your hard work? You may be generous to help the people around you, but struggle to be with yourself with the same kind of grace and kindness. Our difficult upbringing and traumatic experiences can affect us in different ways, manifesting in ways such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, irritability, and so on. When you are experiencing it, it is overwhelming and isolating.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, or the weight of loss, and seeking someone who truly understands? Life’s challenges can be hard to face alone, and finding a safe space to share your feelings can feel even harder. I’m here to provide that compassionate, nurturing space where you feel heard, supported, and free from judgment as we navigate your journey together.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, or the weight of loss, and seeking someone who truly understands? Life’s challenges can be hard to face alone, and finding a safe space to share your feelings can feel even harder. I’m here to provide that compassionate, nurturing space where you feel heard, supported, and free from judgment as we navigate your journey together.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe, "mental health problems don't define who you are, they are something you experience." Congratulations on taking the first step to better your mental health! I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families, providing individual and group therapy. I look forward to working with you!
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe, "mental health problems don't define who you are, they are something you experience." Congratulations on taking the first step to better your mental health! I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families, providing individual and group therapy. I look forward to working with you!
Queen Adu-Poku At Royal Emotional Care Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you in need of support, empathy, understanding, patience, and the need to make changes? Life is so uncertain with so many struggles, difficulties and pain. Life is also full of opportunity, beauty, joy and love. Sometimes help is needed to develop coping skills to deal with life's challenges and to embrace your place of peace. Every individual is unique and has the power of choice. Finding the balance between the duality of life is worth the time and effort to enjoy an inner peace. If you are looking for help to find your balance in life and making positive choices, please contact us at Royal Emotional Care
Are you in need of support, empathy, understanding, patience, and the need to make changes? Life is so uncertain with so many struggles, difficulties and pain. Life is also full of opportunity, beauty, joy and love. Sometimes help is needed to develop coping skills to deal with life's challenges and to embrace your place of peace. Every individual is unique and has the power of choice. Finding the balance between the duality of life is worth the time and effort to enjoy an inner peace. If you are looking for help to find your balance in life and making positive choices, please contact us at Royal Emotional Care
There are many reasons to seek therapy, and my goal is to help you reach yours as quickly as possible. As a down-to-earth, experienced therapist, I use proven, client-centered approaches, including CBT, Brainspotting, IFS, and Mindfulness, tailored to your needs. With over 18 years in the field, my expertise and compassionate approach create a safe space for healing. Clients choose me for my ability to foster strong, trusting relationships and for helping them make meaningful, lasting changes. Together, we’ll create a plan that works for you.
There are many reasons to seek therapy, and my goal is to help you reach yours as quickly as possible. As a down-to-earth, experienced therapist, I use proven, client-centered approaches, including CBT, Brainspotting, IFS, and Mindfulness, tailored to your needs. With over 18 years in the field, my expertise and compassionate approach create a safe space for healing. Clients choose me for my ability to foster strong, trusting relationships and for helping them make meaningful, lasting changes. Together, we’ll create a plan that works for you.
For eleven years I have had hands-on experience working with individuals, children, couples and families, and have helped my clients deal with the various challenges life brought them. Diversity and inclusion are core beliefs of mine. I feel that every person has value that can be enriched and strengthened.
For eleven years I have had hands-on experience working with individuals, children, couples and families, and have helped my clients deal with the various challenges life brought them. Diversity and inclusion are core beliefs of mine. I feel that every person has value that can be enriched and strengthened.
Annelise Miller Stress, Grief & Things Left
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
6 Endorsed
Lafayette, CA 94549
Maybe you're carrying something you've never said out loud. Maybe grief doesn't look the way others expect it to, or you've been told you shut down when things get hard. If anxiety is running the show in your relationships, work, or daily life, you don't have to stay stuck. I work with people who feel like they're constantly walking on eggshells, shutting down, or reacting with anger when other emotions feel too overwhelming to express. I offer straightforward therapy for men, grief, and anxiety across California. No therapy-speak, no judgment. Whatever brought you here, there's a place to be honest about it.
Maybe you're carrying something you've never said out loud. Maybe grief doesn't look the way others expect it to, or you've been told you shut down when things get hard. If anxiety is running the show in your relationships, work, or daily life, you don't have to stay stuck. I work with people who feel like they're constantly walking on eggshells, shutting down, or reacting with anger when other emotions feel too overwhelming to express. I offer straightforward therapy for men, grief, and anxiety across California. No therapy-speak, no judgment. Whatever brought you here, there's a place to be honest about it.
In my practice of helping others strive for mental wellness, I believe in taking a holistic approach. I specialize in working with children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression and life transitions. I also work with parents in ways to effectively support their children and manage their own mental well-being throughout the parenting journey. In addition I have previously served hundreds of parents and their children in speciality areas such as teen anxiety, teen DBT, and pre-adolescence emotional regulation skill building. I also have specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International.
In my practice of helping others strive for mental wellness, I believe in taking a holistic approach. I specialize in working with children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression and life transitions. I also work with parents in ways to effectively support their children and manage their own mental well-being throughout the parenting journey. In addition I have previously served hundreds of parents and their children in speciality areas such as teen anxiety, teen DBT, and pre-adolescence emotional regulation skill building. I also have specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International.
Your heart knows the way home. Therapy is simply the courage to follow it. I'm now accepting new clients for in-person therapy. My clients tend to be loving, bright, motivated and successful. No matter what your concern is, everything you need to bounce back is already within you so you may discover a sense of relief & clarity about your life, a greater ability to be compassionate with yourself, discover new possibilities, & locate fresh energy to shift into being more fully who you really are. Clients describe me as calm, authentic, and direct. Respect and caring are essential aspects informing my work with people for 4 decades.
Your heart knows the way home. Therapy is simply the courage to follow it. I'm now accepting new clients for in-person therapy. My clients tend to be loving, bright, motivated and successful. No matter what your concern is, everything you need to bounce back is already within you so you may discover a sense of relief & clarity about your life, a greater ability to be compassionate with yourself, discover new possibilities, & locate fresh energy to shift into being more fully who you really are. Clients describe me as calm, authentic, and direct. Respect and caring are essential aspects informing my work with people for 4 decades.
In today's world, adolescents are exposed to some overwhelming internal and external battles, such as peer pressure, self-esteem and body image, stress from home and school,
bullying, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about coming alongside today's adolescents to create a safe, non-judgemental, understanding atmosphere, process their struggles and gain positive, healthy tools to use as they grow. In addition, I also have a heart for helping individuals examine their present life issues and deal effectively with the circumstances they are facing. Come visit us on Facebook under Hope Counseling Services
In today's world, adolescents are exposed to some overwhelming internal and external battles, such as peer pressure, self-esteem and body image, stress from home and school,
bullying, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about coming alongside today's adolescents to create a safe, non-judgemental, understanding atmosphere, process their struggles and gain positive, healthy tools to use as they grow. In addition, I also have a heart for helping individuals examine their present life issues and deal effectively with the circumstances they are facing. Come visit us on Facebook under Hope Counseling Services
Hi there, I'm Rachelle! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I became a therapist because I genuinely care about people and believe in the power of healing through connection. Whether you’re looking to gain clarity, feel more empowered, or improve your relationships. I’m here to support you every step of the way. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral therapy, psychodynamic insight, and person-centered foundation-tailored to meet your unique needs.
Hi there, I'm Rachelle! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I became a therapist because I genuinely care about people and believe in the power of healing through connection. Whether you’re looking to gain clarity, feel more empowered, or improve your relationships. I’m here to support you every step of the way. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral therapy, psychodynamic insight, and person-centered foundation-tailored to meet your unique needs.
We all experience stress, anxiety, and sadness, so it is important to have a safe place to express yourself with compassionate guidance. I am a clinical psychologist committed to helping you work through life's challenges, in a warm, supportive, and empathic environment. I specialize in working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief/loss, caregiver burden, as well as to those who struggle with assertiveness, effective communication, career/life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Finally, I also offer testing for adult ADHD and targeted therapy to decrease the impact of ADHD in daily life.
We all experience stress, anxiety, and sadness, so it is important to have a safe place to express yourself with compassionate guidance. I am a clinical psychologist committed to helping you work through life's challenges, in a warm, supportive, and empathic environment. I specialize in working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief/loss, caregiver burden, as well as to those who struggle with assertiveness, effective communication, career/life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Finally, I also offer testing for adult ADHD and targeted therapy to decrease the impact of ADHD in daily life.
I help people come face to face with the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that keep them feeling stuck and unfulfilled in life, marriage, and important relationships. I am passionate about helping people live a healthy and meaningful life as well as helping marriages and relationships thrive. While I believe that the past is important to understand the present and develop self-compassion, our work together will largely focus on the present. We will spend time processing your experiences as well as developing skills and tools to best support you on your growth journey.
I help people come face to face with the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that keep them feeling stuck and unfulfilled in life, marriage, and important relationships. I am passionate about helping people live a healthy and meaningful life as well as helping marriages and relationships thrive. While I believe that the past is important to understand the present and develop self-compassion, our work together will largely focus on the present. We will spend time processing your experiences as well as developing skills and tools to best support you on your growth journey.
Hi, I’m Veronica Ewart, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a BSW and MSW from California State University, Chico. I consider myself to be a holistic, trauma-informed, and solution-focused therapist. I am highly trained in complex trauma practices, with special interests in childhood trauma. I am also an addiction-informed therapist. l love helping people process their trauma and overcome their current circumstances to go on and live their best lives.
Hi, I’m Veronica Ewart, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a BSW and MSW from California State University, Chico. I consider myself to be a holistic, trauma-informed, and solution-focused therapist. I am highly trained in complex trauma practices, with special interests in childhood trauma. I am also an addiction-informed therapist. l love helping people process their trauma and overcome their current circumstances to go on and live their best lives.
Taking the steps to seek therapy can be a challenge, especially when facing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, suicidality, panic attacks, and various life stressors. It is my mission to create a safe space for clients to heal and grow and encourage personal freedom. I have over 12 years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Prior to beginning my private practice in 2019, I spent 9 years working with Kaiser Permanente's Psychiatry Department. While at Kaiser, I was fortunate to work with a diverse population of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, religions, and various backgrounds.
Taking the steps to seek therapy can be a challenge, especially when facing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, suicidality, panic attacks, and various life stressors. It is my mission to create a safe space for clients to heal and grow and encourage personal freedom. I have over 12 years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Prior to beginning my private practice in 2019, I spent 9 years working with Kaiser Permanente's Psychiatry Department. While at Kaiser, I was fortunate to work with a diverse population of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, religions, and various backgrounds.
I would be privileged to stand by you on your journey with a serious medical condition and/or mental health challenges. It takes courage and vulnerability to seek out therapy and having a supportive person can be life changing. You may be faced with cancer, a chronic condition, a terminal illness, grief, anxiety and depression. I believe one's physical health can play a role in their mental health and vice versa. I'm here to listen to your symptoms, help you weigh treatment options, review considerations with medications, discuss doctor visits and teach you skills to improve your state of mind.
I would be privileged to stand by you on your journey with a serious medical condition and/or mental health challenges. It takes courage and vulnerability to seek out therapy and having a supportive person can be life changing. You may be faced with cancer, a chronic condition, a terminal illness, grief, anxiety and depression. I believe one's physical health can play a role in their mental health and vice versa. I'm here to listen to your symptoms, help you weigh treatment options, review considerations with medications, discuss doctor visits and teach you skills to improve your state of mind.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.