Christian Therapists in Redwood City, CA
Aimee Elder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
My name is Aimee Elder and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in the health and mental health fields. I have experience working with individuals of various ages including the intellectually disabled. I am a Christian. I work mostly with adults including seniors. I am comfortable in treating health, depression, anxiety, coping and grief issues. Being a therapist is a rewarding and exciting career. Each case is unique and problems must be addressed on an individual basis and customized to the client's needs.
My name is Aimee Elder and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in the health and mental health fields. I have experience working with individuals of various ages including the intellectually disabled. I am a Christian. I work mostly with adults including seniors. I am comfortable in treating health, depression, anxiety, coping and grief issues. Being a therapist is a rewarding and exciting career. Each case is unique and problems must be addressed on an individual basis and customized to the client's needs.
Briana McCarthy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
As a Christian I love to also offer support to other Christians who are seeking to incorporate their faith in therapy.
Are you someone who is at an impasse in some part of your life, whether it’s relationships, career, friendships, navigating mental health? Maybe you're a student studying and considering all of the possibilities of what lies ahead after school and in that process you're feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Or you're a working professional at a job that might feel unsatisfying and in result there's an imbalance in your life. Life is full of transitions. Every person has a unique story as to what brings them to therapy, whether it’s a big life transition or the feeling and need to find coping tools to navigate everyday life challenges.
As a Christian I love to also offer support to other Christians who are seeking to incorporate their faith in therapy.
Are you someone who is at an impasse in some part of your life, whether it’s relationships, career, friendships, navigating mental health? Maybe you're a student studying and considering all of the possibilities of what lies ahead after school and in that process you're feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Or you're a working professional at a job that might feel unsatisfying and in result there's an imbalance in your life. Life is full of transitions. Every person has a unique story as to what brings them to therapy, whether it’s a big life transition or the feeling and need to find coping tools to navigate everyday life challenges.
Lori Macchi-Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
I am in private practice and I am affiliated with Christian Counseling Centers in San Carlos and One Life Counseling.
Hello, I'm Lori, welcome to my profile page! Working with families has always been a passion of mine. Since 1994, I have worked with families with the goal of facilitating effective communication and emotional health. It's not easy growing up in the Bay area today. I grew up on the Peninsula and it is a totally different world now for our kids. I have two teenagers myself, and the pressure they feel to succeed sometimes feels insurmountable! I lead several teen groups. Teen groups provide a safe place to come and talk about those challenges.
I am in private practice and I am affiliated with Christian Counseling Centers in San Carlos and One Life Counseling.
Hello, I'm Lori, welcome to my profile page! Working with families has always been a passion of mine. Since 1994, I have worked with families with the goal of facilitating effective communication and emotional health. It's not easy growing up in the Bay area today. I grew up on the Peninsula and it is a totally different world now for our kids. I have two teenagers myself, and the pressure they feel to succeed sometimes feels insurmountable! I lead several teen groups. Teen groups provide a safe place to come and talk about those challenges.
Luke S. Wilkerson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94062
I specialize in restoring broken and dysfunctional relationships. Painful events may lead to distrust, hopelessness, anxiety, anger, and withdrawal. In my practice I work with my clients to identify the circumstances and patterns causing distress and partner with them to develop and practice new patterns. I have extensive experience working with couples and individuals who are fighting to keep their relationship alive or are hoping to rebuild trust and intimacy. I also specialize in working with individuals to address a broad range of mental health diagnoses.
I specialize in restoring broken and dysfunctional relationships. Painful events may lead to distrust, hopelessness, anxiety, anger, and withdrawal. In my practice I work with my clients to identify the circumstances and patterns causing distress and partner with them to develop and practice new patterns. I have extensive experience working with couples and individuals who are fighting to keep their relationship alive or are hoping to rebuild trust and intimacy. I also specialize in working with individuals to address a broad range of mental health diagnoses.
Candice Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
Greetings! I hope that finding my page is a helpful step in your journey of healing and growth. With 20 years experience in the field of psychology, 15 practicing psychotherapy, I consider myself a well rounded generalist. I work with individuals & couples from young adulthood and beyond. My clinical expertise includes: anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, spiritual abuse, relational distress, life transitions, and identity formation. My goal is to help you remove barriers, increase self-awareness, and develop tools to live out an authentic and flourishing life.
Greetings! I hope that finding my page is a helpful step in your journey of healing and growth. With 20 years experience in the field of psychology, 15 practicing psychotherapy, I consider myself a well rounded generalist. I work with individuals & couples from young adulthood and beyond. My clinical expertise includes: anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, spiritual abuse, relational distress, life transitions, and identity formation. My goal is to help you remove barriers, increase self-awareness, and develop tools to live out an authentic and flourishing life.
Melanie Stauffer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94062
Experiencing a change of any kind can disrupt one's life in many ways. I specialize in working with clients suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship problems. I also support clients dealing with grief & loss, infertility and health issues. I have over 15 years of experience working with families and teens in the system who are suffering from trauma, self-harming behaviors, and peer-related issues. I am also skilled in working with First Responders/Military and their families and offer nonjudgmental support. I focus on meeting my clients where they are at and creating a safe space for healing.
Experiencing a change of any kind can disrupt one's life in many ways. I specialize in working with clients suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship problems. I also support clients dealing with grief & loss, infertility and health issues. I have over 15 years of experience working with families and teens in the system who are suffering from trauma, self-harming behaviors, and peer-related issues. I am also skilled in working with First Responders/Military and their families and offer nonjudgmental support. I focus on meeting my clients where they are at and creating a safe space for healing.
Brittanie D Mills
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94062 (Online Only)
More than anything, you want to save your relationship. You’ve been together for a long time and just want to be able to talk to each other without it turning into a fight every time. You feel disconnected from each other. You feel like you and your partner can’t even talk about simple stuff because you always disagree. Or worse yet, you’ve stopped listening to each other, or maybe even stopped caring. You feel like you and your partner are just roommates, instead of soulmates. You feel like it’s easier to just avoid each other, than run the risk of another hurtful argument. And you feel lonely, even though you share a home.
More than anything, you want to save your relationship. You’ve been together for a long time and just want to be able to talk to each other without it turning into a fight every time. You feel disconnected from each other. You feel like you and your partner can’t even talk about simple stuff because you always disagree. Or worse yet, you’ve stopped listening to each other, or maybe even stopped caring. You feel like you and your partner are just roommates, instead of soulmates. You feel like it’s easier to just avoid each other, than run the risk of another hurtful argument. And you feel lonely, even though you share a home.
Salima Alim
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94061
I hope this message finds you in a moment of peace amidst the challenges you may be facing. As your therapist, with a background in trauma, working with children, adolescents, and adults, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the bravery and strength it takes to confront the difficulties you are experiencing. I understand that navigating through life challenges and trauma can feel like an overwhelming journey, especially for young minds. However, please know that you are not alone in this process. Together, we will work through the pain, unpack the emotions, and pave the path towards healing and resilience.
I hope this message finds you in a moment of peace amidst the challenges you may be facing. As your therapist, with a background in trauma, working with children, adolescents, and adults, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the bravery and strength it takes to confront the difficulties you are experiencing. I understand that navigating through life challenges and trauma can feel like an overwhelming journey, especially for young minds. However, please know that you are not alone in this process. Together, we will work through the pain, unpack the emotions, and pave the path towards healing and resilience.
Erika Garcia Rangel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
Finding a therapist you trust is a challenge and scheduling your first session takes courage. You’ve taken the first step toward healing and personal growth. I’m offering you a safe, nurturing and accepting place to freely express your feelings, thoughts and experiences. My vocation is to guide and support individuals like yourself to better understand themselves at a deeper level through the transformative power of compassion and empathy. With commitment to therapy, we will explore your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, addressing behavioral and emotional issues that are potentially holding you back.
Finding a therapist you trust is a challenge and scheduling your first session takes courage. You’ve taken the first step toward healing and personal growth. I’m offering you a safe, nurturing and accepting place to freely express your feelings, thoughts and experiences. My vocation is to guide and support individuals like yourself to better understand themselves at a deeper level through the transformative power of compassion and empathy. With commitment to therapy, we will explore your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, addressing behavioral and emotional issues that are potentially holding you back.
Pedro Adrian Cortez-McLaughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
My ideal client is someone who's interested in addressing and working on whatever their struggling with directly and openly. Perhaps you are no longer enjoying things you used to, or experiencing nervousness or tension in your work. Maybe you're worried all the time or you only have negative thoughts. My ideal client could be anyone, younger or older and ideally in California as I can only work in this state.
My ideal client is someone who's interested in addressing and working on whatever their struggling with directly and openly. Perhaps you are no longer enjoying things you used to, or experiencing nervousness or tension in your work. Maybe you're worried all the time or you only have negative thoughts. My ideal client could be anyone, younger or older and ideally in California as I can only work in this state.
Michael Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
My name is Michael Jones and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) working with clients throughout the state of California. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety disorders, including OCD, Panic Disorder, and depression using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
My name is Michael Jones and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) working with clients throughout the state of California. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety disorders, including OCD, Panic Disorder, and depression using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94065 (Online Only)
With 22 years of experience of working with family upheaval, foster care and physical and sexual abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and domestic violence, I enjoy being present for those working on the above issues. Issues of loss and grief, parenting skills or a new life direction. In recent years, I have come to love working with families and siblings of children diagnosed with Autism. Many times these family members are left with no support in the day in and day out living with a child or sibling with Autism. Chronic pain is also a major interest of mine.
With 22 years of experience of working with family upheaval, foster care and physical and sexual abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and domestic violence, I enjoy being present for those working on the above issues. Issues of loss and grief, parenting skills or a new life direction. In recent years, I have come to love working with families and siblings of children diagnosed with Autism. Many times these family members are left with no support in the day in and day out living with a child or sibling with Autism. Chronic pain is also a major interest of mine.
Betti S. Magoolaghan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
Sometimes you can sail through your life issues just fine without any professional therapy help. Other times, therapy can help you navigate difficult times, which are inevitable given that life is sometimes unpredictable, odd, and even painful. Therapy can help smooth the bumps in the relationships that you have: both within your own self and with others.
Sometimes you can sail through your life issues just fine without any professional therapy help. Other times, therapy can help you navigate difficult times, which are inevitable given that life is sometimes unpredictable, odd, and even painful. Therapy can help smooth the bumps in the relationships that you have: both within your own self and with others.
Latoya Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
Hello, my name is Latoya Nelson, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 18 years of experience in working with at-risk youth, foster youth, transition-aged youth, and individuals who have previous experience growing up in foster care. I approach my clients with empathy, respect, and non-judgment. I recognize that each individual has their own unique experiences and challenges, and I actively listen to concerns and perspectives and take a collaborative and empowering approach to goal setting.
Hello, my name is Latoya Nelson, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 18 years of experience in working with at-risk youth, foster youth, transition-aged youth, and individuals who have previous experience growing up in foster care. I approach my clients with empathy, respect, and non-judgment. I recognize that each individual has their own unique experiences and challenges, and I actively listen to concerns and perspectives and take a collaborative and empowering approach to goal setting.
Jennifer Guadez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, committed to helping your voice feel heard. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral modalities, client-centered therapies, and the building of coping skills, I will support your work to decrease unwanted behaviors and thoughts, and engage in appropriate communication with people in your life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, committed to helping your voice feel heard. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral modalities, client-centered therapies, and the building of coping skills, I will support your work to decrease unwanted behaviors and thoughts, and engage in appropriate communication with people in your life.
Mary Sowah-Quaye
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
My name is Mary Sowah-Quaye, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide psychotherapy and counseling for adults 18 and older. I've worked in many different settings with individuals and families who have a variety of personal issues such as depression/anxiety, bipolar, stress, family problems, and relationships issues. My approach combines person centered, cognitive behavioral therapies and motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
My name is Mary Sowah-Quaye, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide psychotherapy and counseling for adults 18 and older. I've worked in many different settings with individuals and families who have a variety of personal issues such as depression/anxiety, bipolar, stress, family problems, and relationships issues. My approach combines person centered, cognitive behavioral therapies and motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
Celeste Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
My name is Celeste Thompson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the Inland Empire in California and serving clients across the state via telehealth. Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their challenges and concerns are explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience.
My name is Celeste Thompson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the Inland Empire in California and serving clients across the state via telehealth. Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their challenges and concerns are explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience.
Adrian Reveles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
Jenee Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
My name is Jeneé Bryant, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, aging, end-of-life, and medical issues. I use a client-centered, whole-person approach to better understand my clients and help them heal. My focus population is from young adults to older adults dealing with major life changes such as medical diagnosis, traumatic events, substance abuse, and end-of-life issues.
My name is Jeneé Bryant, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, aging, end-of-life, and medical issues. I use a client-centered, whole-person approach to better understand my clients and help them heal. My focus population is from young adults to older adults dealing with major life changes such as medical diagnosis, traumatic events, substance abuse, and end-of-life issues.
Toni Gooden
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94063
What is your path, your desires or even your stressors? Maybe it’s time for you to find out your inner strengths and unleash the greatness that is inside of you. We go through life with thoughts and beliefs that keep us stagnant and demotivated. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, marital issues, childhood trauma or other mental health issues? Maybe you’re in the winter years of your life and feel helpless, unneeded or a burden to your family. Well, if any of these things resonate with you, it’s about time to seek a therapist that can work alongside of you to reach your goals.
What is your path, your desires or even your stressors? Maybe it’s time for you to find out your inner strengths and unleash the greatness that is inside of you. We go through life with thoughts and beliefs that keep us stagnant and demotivated. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, marital issues, childhood trauma or other mental health issues? Maybe you’re in the winter years of your life and feel helpless, unneeded or a burden to your family. Well, if any of these things resonate with you, it’s about time to seek a therapist that can work alongside of you to reach your goals.
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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.