Christian Therapists in Pacifica, CA
You don’t have to face challenges alone. Change and healing are possible. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, navigating stress or anxiety, or questioning your relationship with alcohol or other substances, I offer a confidential, nonjudgmental space to explore change. I help clients facing depression, trauma, relationship conflict, or burnout, as well as families navigating a loved one’s substance use or mental health concerns. I work with professionals, veterans, and those in public-facing roles who value privacy while juggling high-pressure careers and personal demands.
You don’t have to face challenges alone. Change and healing are possible. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, navigating stress or anxiety, or questioning your relationship with alcohol or other substances, I offer a confidential, nonjudgmental space to explore change. I help clients facing depression, trauma, relationship conflict, or burnout, as well as families navigating a loved one’s substance use or mental health concerns. I work with professionals, veterans, and those in public-facing roles who value privacy while juggling high-pressure careers and personal demands.
As a Christian therapist, I am committed to empowering individuals to build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
My therapeutic approach centers around offering the individual a safe and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Concepts and Gottman Relationship approaches with biblical principles.
As a Christian therapist, I am committed to empowering individuals to build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
My therapeutic approach centers around offering the individual a safe and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Concepts and Gottman Relationship approaches with biblical principles.
My name is Blanca DiDonato and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 20 years experience working with children, youth and families, as well as working in a Behavioral Health program integrated in a Primary Care setting. My approach to therapy is to provide brief therapeutic interventions that focus on the reduction of symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, and depression, using solution-focused strategies.
My name is Blanca DiDonato and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 20 years experience working with children, youth and families, as well as working in a Behavioral Health program integrated in a Primary Care setting. My approach to therapy is to provide brief therapeutic interventions that focus on the reduction of symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, and depression, using solution-focused strategies.
I am a licensed therapist and certified clinical supervisor assisting people in building self-confidence and self-esteem to overcome the impact of trauma, stress, or adversity. With over 10 years of experience, my therapeutic approach is relaxed yet interactive. The greatest complemented I've ever received from a client was that my style felt "as if they were talking to a friend." I am comfortable working with a range of people and have extensive experience providing therapy to individuals with severe physical or mental disabilities, including people who have used violence or abusive behaviors toward others.
I am a licensed therapist and certified clinical supervisor assisting people in building self-confidence and self-esteem to overcome the impact of trauma, stress, or adversity. With over 10 years of experience, my therapeutic approach is relaxed yet interactive. The greatest complemented I've ever received from a client was that my style felt "as if they were talking to a friend." I am comfortable working with a range of people and have extensive experience providing therapy to individuals with severe physical or mental disabilities, including people who have used violence or abusive behaviors toward others.
My name is, Liana Deroian and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 88009). I am intrigued by the human mind and our capacity to enrich our lives through the power of Psychology. I have spent the last 14 years in various environments exploring the capabilities that mankind has and influencing change within individuals and organizations. I enjoy meeting people, hearing their stories, and leaving footprints or planting seeds in the lives of those, who my path crosses.
My name is, Liana Deroian and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 88009). I am intrigued by the human mind and our capacity to enrich our lives through the power of Psychology. I have spent the last 14 years in various environments exploring the capabilities that mankind has and influencing change within individuals and organizations. I enjoy meeting people, hearing their stories, and leaving footprints or planting seeds in the lives of those, who my path crosses.
My name is Shawn Hackett. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 18-plus years of experience providing mental health services. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help you solve current problems and longstanding patterns. With empathy and compassion, I will help you find solutions and effective coping skills. I work with adults ages 18 and older. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and trauma.
My name is Shawn Hackett. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 18-plus years of experience providing mental health services. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help you solve current problems and longstanding patterns. With empathy and compassion, I will help you find solutions and effective coping skills. I work with adults ages 18 and older. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and trauma.
I'm Jelka Jonker, a licensed family and marriage therapist with over 20 years of experience. My approach is caring, open-minded, and interactive. I have had the privilege of working with a diverse population, providing mental health counseling, relational and marital counseling, life coaching, and sharing Enneagram wisdom when appropriate. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey toward well-being.
I'm Jelka Jonker, a licensed family and marriage therapist with over 20 years of experience. My approach is caring, open-minded, and interactive. I have had the privilege of working with a diverse population, providing mental health counseling, relational and marital counseling, life coaching, and sharing Enneagram wisdom when appropriate. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey toward well-being.
My name is Christina Trindade and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Modesto, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with couples and individuals specializing in anxiety, stress, phase of life adjustments, and relational distress utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Strategic Therapy, and Gottman theories to help my clients make progress, heal relationships, and start feeling better.
My name is Christina Trindade and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Modesto, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with couples and individuals specializing in anxiety, stress, phase of life adjustments, and relational distress utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Strategic Therapy, and Gottman theories to help my clients make progress, heal relationships, and start feeling better.
I have worked with a wide variety of clients dealing with a range of symptoms. I enjoy working with different clients from adults to kids and individual, families, couples and groups and I believe we can all learn from each other. I enjoy offering my experiences and skills to help others better understand themselves and their relationships. I understand that life challenges, both big and small, can affect people's mood and productivity. I am caring, compassionate, understanding and a great listener. I provide a very non-judgmental and caring space for clients to explore the challenges they are faced with.
I have worked with a wide variety of clients dealing with a range of symptoms. I enjoy working with different clients from adults to kids and individual, families, couples and groups and I believe we can all learn from each other. I enjoy offering my experiences and skills to help others better understand themselves and their relationships. I understand that life challenges, both big and small, can affect people's mood and productivity. I am caring, compassionate, understanding and a great listener. I provide a very non-judgmental and caring space for clients to explore the challenges they are faced with.
I specialize working with young adults parents and other adults who are experiencing life transitions-such as, grief and loss issues, anxiety and depression. Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral techniques are taught to my clients as they work toward recovery and acceptance while receiving positive regard and support.
I specialize working with young adults parents and other adults who are experiencing life transitions-such as, grief and loss issues, anxiety and depression. Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral techniques are taught to my clients as they work toward recovery and acceptance while receiving positive regard and support.
I am now accepting new clients. I work with clients to explore past experiences and life transitions that are affecting their lives. Through weekly sessions, we will work through self exploration, personal concerns and life challenges. We will explore circumstances that can be changed, those that cannot be changed, and how to discern the difference. We will also discuss and practice various coping mechanisms that can help clients improve their lives. Therapy is a gift to yourself!
I am now accepting new clients. I work with clients to explore past experiences and life transitions that are affecting their lives. Through weekly sessions, we will work through self exploration, personal concerns and life challenges. We will explore circumstances that can be changed, those that cannot be changed, and how to discern the difference. We will also discuss and practice various coping mechanisms that can help clients improve their lives. Therapy is a gift to yourself!
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You may be thoughtful, self-aware, and still feel stuck in anxiety, emotional overwhelm, self-judgment, or relationship patterns that don’t seem to change despite insight. You might be navigating trauma, identity questions, faith transitions, or the impact of religious experiences. You may want relief, clarity, and tools that actually work—without being judged, rushed, or told who to be.
You may be thoughtful, self-aware, and still feel stuck in anxiety, emotional overwhelm, self-judgment, or relationship patterns that don’t seem to change despite insight. You might be navigating trauma, identity questions, faith transitions, or the impact of religious experiences. You may want relief, clarity, and tools that actually work—without being judged, rushed, or told who to be.
If it's been a while since you've felt heard and safe I'm here to help. In therapy I can provide that space while also keeping your growth and goals in mind. In our sessions Honesty, kindness and support is the best policy. As a person centered therapist sessions are unique to every individual, This allows for a personalized therapy experience for every client. I value using every day language so that sessions can flow and feel natural to allow you to apply what you learn in your day to day life. Therapy is a collaborative process and I highly encourage and incorporate feedback in therapeutic relationship.
If it's been a while since you've felt heard and safe I'm here to help. In therapy I can provide that space while also keeping your growth and goals in mind. In our sessions Honesty, kindness and support is the best policy. As a person centered therapist sessions are unique to every individual, This allows for a personalized therapy experience for every client. I value using every day language so that sessions can flow and feel natural to allow you to apply what you learn in your day to day life. Therapy is a collaborative process and I highly encourage and incorporate feedback in therapeutic relationship.
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.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Is there constant conflict in your relationships? Are you searching for balance, direction, or purpose? Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you using substances to cope or numb your pain? You no longer have to suffer in silence or allow fear to stand in your way. You don’t have to feel stuck and unsupported, I’m here to help. I will support you in navigating life's most difficult challenges. My style is compassionate, conversational and collaborative. I'll meet you where you are in life and walk alongside you on your journey to healing and personal growth.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Is there constant conflict in your relationships? Are you searching for balance, direction, or purpose? Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you using substances to cope or numb your pain? You no longer have to suffer in silence or allow fear to stand in your way. You don’t have to feel stuck and unsupported, I’m here to help. I will support you in navigating life's most difficult challenges. My style is compassionate, conversational and collaborative. I'll meet you where you are in life and walk alongside you on your journey to healing and personal growth.
“I should be better than this.” That critical voice can feel relentless, especially when careers, relationships, and expectations all collide. Maybe you’re burnt out, stuck in comparison, doomscrolling late at night, or repeating the same painful relationship patterns. You might even feel ashamed for needing help, telling yourself you should be able to handle this alone. If this sounds familiar, you’re not broken, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
“I should be better than this.” That critical voice can feel relentless, especially when careers, relationships, and expectations all collide. Maybe you’re burnt out, stuck in comparison, doomscrolling late at night, or repeating the same painful relationship patterns. You might even feel ashamed for needing help, telling yourself you should be able to handle this alone. If this sounds familiar, you’re not broken, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
I chose this field of work to promote and develop positive changes within families. I am passionate about creating an opportunity for those who have been silenced by the trials of life, to find their voice, deliver it in a respectful manner, and be heard. I feel strongly about supporting those who feel the need to develop self-care habits to get to where they want to be in life. My style of counseling is warm and interactive, and it is my greatest privilege to partner and collaborate with you to discover new perspectives. I believe individuals and families can find more productive and effective ways to deal with life situations.
I chose this field of work to promote and develop positive changes within families. I am passionate about creating an opportunity for those who have been silenced by the trials of life, to find their voice, deliver it in a respectful manner, and be heard. I feel strongly about supporting those who feel the need to develop self-care habits to get to where they want to be in life. My style of counseling is warm and interactive, and it is my greatest privilege to partner and collaborate with you to discover new perspectives. I believe individuals and families can find more productive and effective ways to deal with life situations.
Liz Weisenburger
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When life feels overwhelming, you deserve a space where you are truly heard, seen, and supported—without judgment. A place to heal, grow, and reconnect with your true self.
As a therapist and health advocate, committed to clinical excellence, I integrate IFS, EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques to support adults and veterans navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic illness to help them find relief from distressing symptoms, reclaim a sense of safety and self, gain clarity, and move forward with renewed hope & purpose.
When life feels overwhelming, you deserve a space where you are truly heard, seen, and supported—without judgment. A place to heal, grow, and reconnect with your true self.
As a therapist and health advocate, committed to clinical excellence, I integrate IFS, EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques to support adults and veterans navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic illness to help them find relief from distressing symptoms, reclaim a sense of safety and self, gain clarity, and move forward with renewed hope & purpose.
With 28+ years of experience as a seasoned therapist, I provide a "sauna for your feelings," a safe space and container for you to step away from your life to reflect, release and re-align. My goal is to facilitate the identification of difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences that prevent us from being comfortable with who we would like to be, what we want, and the kind of relationships that we want to have with others. I find that people who fully invest in themselves have the greatest rate of success.
With 28+ years of experience as a seasoned therapist, I provide a "sauna for your feelings," a safe space and container for you to step away from your life to reflect, release and re-align. My goal is to facilitate the identification of difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences that prevent us from being comfortable with who we would like to be, what we want, and the kind of relationships that we want to have with others. I find that people who fully invest in themselves have the greatest rate of success.
Most of my experience as a psychotherapist has been in treating individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, trauma, and other significant life changes (workplace stress, chronic illness, aging). I have worked in health and human services in different parts of California for the past 30 years. I have been a telehealth psychotherapist since 2021. Just before the pandemic I was working with people who needed support to find housing and provide for their basic needs, as well as people needing substance use treatment.
Most of my experience as a psychotherapist has been in treating individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, trauma, and other significant life changes (workplace stress, chronic illness, aging). I have worked in health and human services in different parts of California for the past 30 years. I have been a telehealth psychotherapist since 2021. Just before the pandemic I was working with people who needed support to find housing and provide for their basic needs, as well as people needing substance use treatment.
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Christian Therapists
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.