Christian Therapists in Upland, CA
Christian faith integration is available upon request.
Accepting new Clients - Angela is the owner and licensed therapist for Alvarado Counseling Services. Angela has a passion for teaching effective communication, healthy boundaries, and emotional regulation. Her calling in life is to help with the transformation of individuals and families using her education/clinical training and life experiences to enrich the client’s therapeutic experience.
Christian faith integration is available upon request.
Accepting new Clients - Angela is the owner and licensed therapist for Alvarado Counseling Services. Angela has a passion for teaching effective communication, healthy boundaries, and emotional regulation. Her calling in life is to help with the transformation of individuals and families using her education/clinical training and life experiences to enrich the client’s therapeutic experience.
Dr. Yvonne Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, BSN, PHN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We provide pre-marital counseling, marital counseling, individual counseling, adults, families, couples therapy using Evidence Based Therapy and Christian-based principles.
Are you and your spouse having the same issues over and over again, and nothing has helped? Nothing seems to make a difference or change? Is communication an issue in your relationship? You just can't hear each other? Are you having problems sleeping, chronic headaches, changes in your appetite, easily irritated, losing your temper quicker, or is everyone getting on your nerves? Do you feel stressed, depressed, anxious, have difficulty coping with work or home, marital issues, physical/emotion abuse or trauma, difficulty controlling anger, divorce, or family problems. Contact me now for an appointment.
We provide pre-marital counseling, marital counseling, individual counseling, adults, families, couples therapy using Evidence Based Therapy and Christian-based principles.
Are you and your spouse having the same issues over and over again, and nothing has helped? Nothing seems to make a difference or change? Is communication an issue in your relationship? You just can't hear each other? Are you having problems sleeping, chronic headaches, changes in your appetite, easily irritated, losing your temper quicker, or is everyone getting on your nerves? Do you feel stressed, depressed, anxious, have difficulty coping with work or home, marital issues, physical/emotion abuse or trauma, difficulty controlling anger, divorce, or family problems. Contact me now for an appointment.
I am a Christian Therapist who combines Biblical wisdom with therapeutic and neuropsychology expertise.
I am a Clinical Trauma Specialist and an Anxiety Disorder Specialist. I also have certifications in substance abuse and academic counseling. I have extensive experience working with couples, families, and individuals struggling with issues such as relational conflicts, grief, parenting (neurotypical and neurodiverse children) life transitions, among others.
I am a Christian Therapist who combines Biblical wisdom with therapeutic and neuropsychology expertise.
I am a Clinical Trauma Specialist and an Anxiety Disorder Specialist. I also have certifications in substance abuse and academic counseling. I have extensive experience working with couples, families, and individuals struggling with issues such as relational conflicts, grief, parenting (neurotypical and neurodiverse children) life transitions, among others.
Also, if you are a Christian and would like counseling from a Christian perspective, I am happy to do that.
We all have challenges in life, but when those challenges become overwhelming, it's nice to know that you don't have to go the journey alone. I consider it a tremendous privilege to be part of your journey. I provide a safe, supportive environment where you can openly share about what you're going through. Together, we work to find solutions to your problem. Often, our work will yield fresh insights, new learning about yourself, and helpful implications for the future.
Also, if you are a Christian and would like counseling from a Christian perspective, I am happy to do that.
We all have challenges in life, but when those challenges become overwhelming, it's nice to know that you don't have to go the journey alone. I consider it a tremendous privilege to be part of your journey. I provide a safe, supportive environment where you can openly share about what you're going through. Together, we work to find solutions to your problem. Often, our work will yield fresh insights, new learning about yourself, and helpful implications for the future.
Christian oriented available
Life can bring about seasons of change and unexpected challenge. As a licensed therapist with over twenty years of clinical experience working with children and families in the school and clinic setting, I have had the privilege of assisting many people along their personal path of healing. Experiencing stress and finding it hard to cope? You are not alone. As a therapist I consider my role as a guide who partners with you in reaching your goals and promoting healthy intrapersonal and interpersonal awareness. Congratulations! Seeking therapy can be a wonderful step in a positive direction towards hope and change.
Christian oriented available
Life can bring about seasons of change and unexpected challenge. As a licensed therapist with over twenty years of clinical experience working with children and families in the school and clinic setting, I have had the privilege of assisting many people along their personal path of healing. Experiencing stress and finding it hard to cope? You are not alone. As a therapist I consider my role as a guide who partners with you in reaching your goals and promoting healthy intrapersonal and interpersonal awareness. Congratulations! Seeking therapy can be a wonderful step in a positive direction towards hope and change.
Whether you know exactly what you want to work on, or you know something is off, but you are not sure what, as long as you want to grow and change, I can help you. I specialize in working with couples, from helping you through challenging times, to improving every day interactions, to increasing your relationship satisfaction. I have experience working with family issues, parent/child relationships, and supporting individuals who are facing upcoming transitions. I currently contract with schools and clinics to offer clinical supervision to interns/trainees from local colleges.
Whether you know exactly what you want to work on, or you know something is off, but you are not sure what, as long as you want to grow and change, I can help you. I specialize in working with couples, from helping you through challenging times, to improving every day interactions, to increasing your relationship satisfaction. I have experience working with family issues, parent/child relationships, and supporting individuals who are facing upcoming transitions. I currently contract with schools and clinics to offer clinical supervision to interns/trainees from local colleges.
Vulnerability researcher and storyteller Brené Brown stated once that authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we are supposed to be, and instead, embracing who we are. Do you feel insecure, lost, or helpless? Do you ever feel immense pressure to be someone that you are not? Do you feel depressed or anxious about life’s journey or had a loss? Do you find yourself dwelling on the past or the future, preventing you from truly living a joyous life? Have you experienced trauma or loss and are struggling to move forward? I will help you understand yourself better so you can live a peaceful and happier life.
Vulnerability researcher and storyteller Brené Brown stated once that authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we are supposed to be, and instead, embracing who we are. Do you feel insecure, lost, or helpless? Do you ever feel immense pressure to be someone that you are not? Do you feel depressed or anxious about life’s journey or had a loss? Do you find yourself dwelling on the past or the future, preventing you from truly living a joyous life? Have you experienced trauma or loss and are struggling to move forward? I will help you understand yourself better so you can live a peaceful and happier life.
Christine Denstaedt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, 84464
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
It's time you experience a more fulfilling and meaningful life. My name is Christine Denstaedt and I acknowledge the courage it takes to choose growth. My foundational approach to therapy is collaborative and based on how experiences create beliefs and beliefs influence our choices which can open our lives up to new possibilities. I am passionate about supporting people who are ready to discover how choice can lead to change. You can expect our work together to be tailored to meet your specific need.
It's time you experience a more fulfilling and meaningful life. My name is Christine Denstaedt and I acknowledge the courage it takes to choose growth. My foundational approach to therapy is collaborative and based on how experiences create beliefs and beliefs influence our choices which can open our lives up to new possibilities. I am passionate about supporting people who are ready to discover how choice can lead to change. You can expect our work together to be tailored to meet your specific need.
I am trained in and particularly skilled at treating children, adolescents, adults, college-aged students, and families. I have treated family and couple conflicts, mood and anxiety disorders, cases of bullying and child abuse, domestic violence, eating disorders, substance abuse, sexual trauma, medical concerns, and psychosis.
I am trained in and particularly skilled at treating children, adolescents, adults, college-aged students, and families. I have treated family and couple conflicts, mood and anxiety disorders, cases of bullying and child abuse, domestic violence, eating disorders, substance abuse, sexual trauma, medical concerns, and psychosis.
We all struggle at times with feelings of unresolved hurt, anxiety, depression, and anger. These feelings can rob us of the joy we might normally experience in our selves and our relationships. It is never easy to admit to having personal issues or to examine our past experiences. We all want to be heard and know that someone is listening to us. We want to have confidence in our relationships that they are healthy, loving and dependable. Sometimes these questions are more fundamental. What are we doing with our lives? We all want to be whole, confident in who we are and in our relationships. We want to be our best selves.
We all struggle at times with feelings of unresolved hurt, anxiety, depression, and anger. These feelings can rob us of the joy we might normally experience in our selves and our relationships. It is never easy to admit to having personal issues or to examine our past experiences. We all want to be heard and know that someone is listening to us. We want to have confidence in our relationships that they are healthy, loving and dependable. Sometimes these questions are more fundamental. What are we doing with our lives? We all want to be whole, confident in who we are and in our relationships. We want to be our best selves.
Hello! I'm Heidi, and I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding. With over 14 years of experience in counseling, I've worked with individuals of all ages facing a variety of concerns. I believe that everyone has experienced something that shapes who they are today, and I'm passionate about using my own experiences to support others in achieving their goals and finding resilience. Whether you're a child, teen, or adult, I'm here to provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, overcome obstacles, and move forward with confidence.
Hello! I'm Heidi, and I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding. With over 14 years of experience in counseling, I've worked with individuals of all ages facing a variety of concerns. I believe that everyone has experienced something that shapes who they are today, and I'm passionate about using my own experiences to support others in achieving their goals and finding resilience. Whether you're a child, teen, or adult, I'm here to provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, overcome obstacles, and move forward with confidence.
Meet Our Christian Therapists
Dr. Sandry Z Esquivel
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
We all carry emotional struggles—some more painful and enduring than others—that shape how we experience the present. At times, our feelings may seem dismissed or misunderstood by others, leaving us in conflict or emotional distress.
Healing begins with the courage to look within. With the grace of God and a gradual process of exploring your inner world—particularly the beliefs and experiences that have shaped you—you can begin to understand, heal, and transform. This journey can lead to deeper relationships, greater self-acceptance, and renewed emotional well-being.
We all carry emotional struggles—some more painful and enduring than others—that shape how we experience the present. At times, our feelings may seem dismissed or misunderstood by others, leaving us in conflict or emotional distress.
Healing begins with the courage to look within. With the grace of God and a gradual process of exploring your inner world—particularly the beliefs and experiences that have shaped you—you can begin to understand, heal, and transform. This journey can lead to deeper relationships, greater self-acceptance, and renewed emotional well-being.
Radical Counseling & Consultation
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
Are you noticing that life is hard to cope with because of the pressure being placed upon you by the state of the world, others, and yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed and uncertain on where and what to start working on first? Has this led you to feel depressed, or are you having anxiety related to this? Have you used substances to help remove these feelings temporarily, only to later feel them at a much higher level? If you can relate to any of these scenarios, let me assist. My training and experiences can help provide you with an environment that can help you navigate through these issues, and gain insight into what is happening.
Are you noticing that life is hard to cope with because of the pressure being placed upon you by the state of the world, others, and yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed and uncertain on where and what to start working on first? Has this led you to feel depressed, or are you having anxiety related to this? Have you used substances to help remove these feelings temporarily, only to later feel them at a much higher level? If you can relate to any of these scenarios, let me assist. My training and experiences can help provide you with an environment that can help you navigate through these issues, and gain insight into what is happening.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist I provide tailored and collaborative care to my patients. I am a credentialed Health Service Psychologist and my best work is at the intersection of mind, body and spirit. I take a whole-person care approach with attention to each aspect of your well-being.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist I provide tailored and collaborative care to my patients. I am a credentialed Health Service Psychologist and my best work is at the intersection of mind, body and spirit. I take a whole-person care approach with attention to each aspect of your well-being.
Third Wave Psychotherapy & Consultation, APC
Psychological Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am Mark Greenberg, a registered psychological associate who is currently working towards a doctorate in clinical psychology. I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology. I am trained to help you break free from old patterns and negative emotions that leave you feeling trapped. I enjoy encouraging and providing hope in life circumstances that seem impossible to change. My goal is to provide a safe environment for you to process difficult areas of life, and to help find tailored coping strategies that best suit your individual needs.
I am Mark Greenberg, a registered psychological associate who is currently working towards a doctorate in clinical psychology. I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology. I am trained to help you break free from old patterns and negative emotions that leave you feeling trapped. I enjoy encouraging and providing hope in life circumstances that seem impossible to change. My goal is to provide a safe environment for you to process difficult areas of life, and to help find tailored coping strategies that best suit your individual needs.
Leslie Westbrook | Clinical Supervisor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a compassionate and empathetic therapist, my primary mission is to guide my clients on their path to healing from trauma. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to regain their sense of well-being and happiness, and I am deeply committed to helping them achieve this. With a warm and nonjudgmental approach, I create a safe space for my clients to explore and process their traumatic experiences. I understand that each individual's journey is unique, so I tailor my therapeutic interventions to their specific needs. I also provide clinical supervision for those working towards licensure.
As a compassionate and empathetic therapist, my primary mission is to guide my clients on their path to healing from trauma. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to regain their sense of well-being and happiness, and I am deeply committed to helping them achieve this. With a warm and nonjudgmental approach, I create a safe space for my clients to explore and process their traumatic experiences. I understand that each individual's journey is unique, so I tailor my therapeutic interventions to their specific needs. I also provide clinical supervision for those working towards licensure.
I specialize in addiction and utilize those principles to address issues relating to anxiety, depression and stress. Most would say they do not have an addiction issue, however, we can become addicted to negative thoughts established over time, almost like an addiction. We can't help but feel hopeless, overwhelmed, incapable, etc because it's a pattern we've allowed ourselves to believe, therefore becoming a habit - becoming an addiction. Lets break those chains of addiction! It's time to start living!
I specialize in addiction and utilize those principles to address issues relating to anxiety, depression and stress. Most would say they do not have an addiction issue, however, we can become addicted to negative thoughts established over time, almost like an addiction. We can't help but feel hopeless, overwhelmed, incapable, etc because it's a pattern we've allowed ourselves to believe, therefore becoming a habit - becoming an addiction. Lets break those chains of addiction! It's time to start living!
I help individuals, couples, and/or families grow toward healing and health through integrative therapy. Throughout the lifespan many things can happen to interfere with our relational health- addiction, body image, trauma, depression, just to name a few- and I have experience guiding my clients through them all. Together we will work towards you, your relationships, or your family system becoming its most empowered and functional.
I help individuals, couples, and/or families grow toward healing and health through integrative therapy. Throughout the lifespan many things can happen to interfere with our relational health- addiction, body image, trauma, depression, just to name a few- and I have experience guiding my clients through them all. Together we will work towards you, your relationships, or your family system becoming its most empowered and functional.
Alejandra Enriquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello my names is Alejandra Enriquez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion has been to provide therapy to children 0 to 11. So if you have a child who has encountered trauma, has been having behavioral issues, seems anxious or depressed, or you simply would like to connect with; I am here to help you. We can work together to help your child succeed.
Hello my names is Alejandra Enriquez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion has been to provide therapy to children 0 to 11. So if you have a child who has encountered trauma, has been having behavioral issues, seems anxious or depressed, or you simply would like to connect with; I am here to help you. We can work together to help your child succeed.
One of my joys in life is making a positive difference in my client's lives. Maybe you’ve tried everything; talking to friends/family, reading self-help books, ignoring the problem hoping it will go away, or just accepting how things are and yet you are feeling unhappy and stuck. I believe there is hope for you, a life filled with love, fulfillment and fun. I've had a variety of life experiences (good, not so good) that's given me wisdom and insights about people/life. I work with couples, women/men issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD. I'll travel with you on your journey of healing/growth with understanding and compassion.
One of my joys in life is making a positive difference in my client's lives. Maybe you’ve tried everything; talking to friends/family, reading self-help books, ignoring the problem hoping it will go away, or just accepting how things are and yet you are feeling unhappy and stuck. I believe there is hope for you, a life filled with love, fulfillment and fun. I've had a variety of life experiences (good, not so good) that's given me wisdom and insights about people/life. I work with couples, women/men issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD. I'll travel with you on your journey of healing/growth with understanding and compassion.
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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.