Christian Therapists in 92508
Dr. Veola Vazquez
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are looking for individual or couples therapy via telehealth, reach out to me. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflict, or problems adjusting to life circumstances, I can help. I like to draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy as specific tools to guide our work together. I also specialize in Christian counseling if you are looking for help that incorporates your faith.
If you are looking for individual or couples therapy via telehealth, reach out to me. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflict, or problems adjusting to life circumstances, I can help. I like to draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy as specific tools to guide our work together. I also specialize in Christian counseling if you are looking for help that incorporates your faith.
Tom Thomazin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, Pastor
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
I am the President & CEO of Genesis Counseling. We have 4 Clinics (San Bernardino, Riverside, Victorville & Ridgecrest). I've provided mental health services as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT #32218) since 1995 for individuals, couples, families of all ages, ethnic and diagnostic categories. As a clinician I offer both day and evening appointments out of several of our different locations. I am also an Ordained Pastor offering Christian Counseling from Biblical point of view. If I cannot help you perhaps one of the clinicians in our various office locations can, including areas of Psychiatry & Psychological Testing.
I am the President & CEO of Genesis Counseling. We have 4 Clinics (San Bernardino, Riverside, Victorville & Ridgecrest). I've provided mental health services as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT #32218) since 1995 for individuals, couples, families of all ages, ethnic and diagnostic categories. As a clinician I offer both day and evening appointments out of several of our different locations. I am also an Ordained Pastor offering Christian Counseling from Biblical point of view. If I cannot help you perhaps one of the clinicians in our various office locations can, including areas of Psychiatry & Psychological Testing.
Stephanie Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
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The first step in therapy is having the courage to reach out. You are on the right track by being on here today! Celebrate this. It is important that you find a therapist that you are comfortable with. You deserve to find someone that you can be open and honest with who will respect and support you on your journey. Asking for help is a very humbling experience and it takes strength.
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The first step in therapy is having the courage to reach out. You are on the right track by being on here today! Celebrate this. It is important that you find a therapist that you are comfortable with. You deserve to find someone that you can be open and honest with who will respect and support you on your journey. Asking for help is a very humbling experience and it takes strength.
Gregory S Wohl
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
As a Christian therapist, the well-being of you and your family is very important to me. Over the past 35+ years of counseling I have seen a variety of conditions that harm individuals and their relationships. Though these issues can be painful and complex, there are basic underlying principles, that when properly grasped, unleash healing that lasts a lifetime. This kind of healing does not begin with psychological tools and techniques, but with changes in the heart that only God can create. For this reason, letting go of unforgiveness, fear and pride is essential to healing that lasts.
As a Christian therapist, the well-being of you and your family is very important to me. Over the past 35+ years of counseling I have seen a variety of conditions that harm individuals and their relationships. Though these issues can be painful and complex, there are basic underlying principles, that when properly grasped, unleash healing that lasts a lifetime. This kind of healing does not begin with psychological tools and techniques, but with changes in the heart that only God can create. For this reason, letting go of unforgiveness, fear and pride is essential to healing that lasts.
Ashley Harrell Associate Mft #357567
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
Navigating life and its various challenges is nothing short of arduous. The demands that we encounter daily can seem burdensome and tedious; overwhelm us to the point where we feel like we are stuck or incapable of coping. In fact, managing our diverse roles and responsibilities let alone, our well-being becomes grueling. So, what do you do? Well, by seeking counseling you have already taken the first step. As your therapist, we will work together to address your concerns and formulate a plan of action. I believe in an eclectic, integrative approach in the therapies I employ.
Navigating life and its various challenges is nothing short of arduous. The demands that we encounter daily can seem burdensome and tedious; overwhelm us to the point where we feel like we are stuck or incapable of coping. In fact, managing our diverse roles and responsibilities let alone, our well-being becomes grueling. So, what do you do? Well, by seeking counseling you have already taken the first step. As your therapist, we will work together to address your concerns and formulate a plan of action. I believe in an eclectic, integrative approach in the therapies I employ.
Dr. Marina Zaky
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508
If you are a young adult, you might be struggling with imposter syndrome which makes you feel like you are not "a real adult." Negative thoughts about who you are and your self-worth begin to creep in and take over constantly. This is emotionally exhausting and I want to help guide you through a beautiful journey of self-exploration!
If you are a young adult, you might be struggling with imposter syndrome which makes you feel like you are not "a real adult." Negative thoughts about who you are and your self-worth begin to creep in and take over constantly. This is emotionally exhausting and I want to help guide you through a beautiful journey of self-exploration!
Tyler Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
I am your go-to guru for smashing stigmas and embracing self-discovery! As a therapist with a passion for empowering adolescents and young adults, I dive deep into the tangled webs of anxiety, depression, cultural expectations, and personal identity. With a knack for making therapy feel like an inviting chat, I create a safe space where you can kick stigma to the curb and embrace your true self with open arms.
I am your go-to guru for smashing stigmas and embracing self-discovery! As a therapist with a passion for empowering adolescents and young adults, I dive deep into the tangled webs of anxiety, depression, cultural expectations, and personal identity. With a knack for making therapy feel like an inviting chat, I create a safe space where you can kick stigma to the curb and embrace your true self with open arms.
Michelle J Gasper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508
Life is messy. Therapy helps. In the middle of the mess it can be hard to find a way through it, so I work collaboratively with you to identify a path. Together we take a good look at thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behaviors to see if we can find patterns, then create an action plan to reduce your distress. I am trained in multiple scientifically backed modalities including EMDR and CPT. Everyone is unique with their own set of circumstances that are considered as we walk this journey together. In a world where everyone is talking, sometimes it's nice to have someone really listen.
Life is messy. Therapy helps. In the middle of the mess it can be hard to find a way through it, so I work collaboratively with you to identify a path. Together we take a good look at thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behaviors to see if we can find patterns, then create an action plan to reduce your distress. I am trained in multiple scientifically backed modalities including EMDR and CPT. Everyone is unique with their own set of circumstances that are considered as we walk this journey together. In a world where everyone is talking, sometimes it's nice to have someone really listen.
Johnetta Elaine Threadgill-Powderll
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508
It can be difficult reaching out to a therapist for help; especially if you are already feeling overwhelmed and stressed, or unsure of your own thoughts and feelings. You are not alone; many people are experiencing anxiety, loneliness, and fears about the future right now. Sometimes, thoughts of past experiences of broken relationships, rejection, losses, and traumatic events combine to multiply current fears. As your therapist I am here to help by offering you a secure and safe place to express your concerns. We will work as a team with you as star player, because you are most knowledgeable about your personal needs/challenges.
It can be difficult reaching out to a therapist for help; especially if you are already feeling overwhelmed and stressed, or unsure of your own thoughts and feelings. You are not alone; many people are experiencing anxiety, loneliness, and fears about the future right now. Sometimes, thoughts of past experiences of broken relationships, rejection, losses, and traumatic events combine to multiply current fears. As your therapist I am here to help by offering you a secure and safe place to express your concerns. We will work as a team with you as star player, because you are most knowledgeable about your personal needs/challenges.
Erika Lazo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508
Children are uniquely wonderful...and also complex and confusing! It’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times as a parent. You’re constantly trying to figure out why your child is behaving the way they are...and what on earth to do about it. What worked last week is definitely not working today. What worked for a friend hasn’t worked for you with your child. You’re absolutely devoted to your little one and want to help them...but you don’t know what to do or where to turn. You wish you could discover the secret to unravel this mystery. Will things always be this hard for you and the child you love so much?
Children are uniquely wonderful...and also complex and confusing! It’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times as a parent. You’re constantly trying to figure out why your child is behaving the way they are...and what on earth to do about it. What worked last week is definitely not working today. What worked for a friend hasn’t worked for you with your child. You’re absolutely devoted to your little one and want to help them...but you don’t know what to do or where to turn. You wish you could discover the secret to unravel this mystery. Will things always be this hard for you and the child you love so much?
Emily Rickard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508
Feeling depressed? Anxious? Dissatisfied in your relationship? This is a natural part of the human experience - but - you don't have to feel this way forever! I'm so glad you're here - exploring therapy as a potential support. I am here to help you explore, embrace, heal, and problem solve, in a warm & personable way.
Feeling depressed? Anxious? Dissatisfied in your relationship? This is a natural part of the human experience - but - you don't have to feel this way forever! I'm so glad you're here - exploring therapy as a potential support. I am here to help you explore, embrace, heal, and problem solve, in a warm & personable way.
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Dr. Wendy Wray
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MEd, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Life can be difficult to navigate alone or even as a couple. At times you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. You can feel stuck in a cycle impossible to break on your own. Letting go of the past without closure or understanding is difficult. We all need to ask for help. As an attachment- trauma based therapist, I am here to help you to develop a healthy happy relationship, experience peace and emotional well-being. We deserve a safe space without judgment to heal, grow, and thrive. Seeking therapy is a brave, transformative step. I am here to listen, support, and empower you on your journey to true healing.
Life can be difficult to navigate alone or even as a couple. At times you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. You can feel stuck in a cycle impossible to break on your own. Letting go of the past without closure or understanding is difficult. We all need to ask for help. As an attachment- trauma based therapist, I am here to help you to develop a healthy happy relationship, experience peace and emotional well-being. We deserve a safe space without judgment to heal, grow, and thrive. Seeking therapy is a brave, transformative step. I am here to listen, support, and empower you on your journey to true healing.
Karla Elizondo - Therapist - Mindset Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
We are both physical and spiritual beings. It is when we forget to nurture each part that we lose our center and become out of balance. I have dedicated my life to understanding how our emotions impact our behavior and habits. I am a passionate student of the Mind-Body-Soul connection and approach therapy from a holistic point of view. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem/Self-image, Unblocking Creative Expression and Addictive Behavior.
We are both physical and spiritual beings. It is when we forget to nurture each part that we lose our center and become out of balance. I have dedicated my life to understanding how our emotions impact our behavior and habits. I am a passionate student of the Mind-Body-Soul connection and approach therapy from a holistic point of view. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem/Self-image, Unblocking Creative Expression and Addictive Behavior.
Kelly Steiner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Hi, I'm Kelly Steiner, LMFT 37215, and have been working as a therapist for over 25 years. I provide a safe space to help you in working through some of the things that may be holding you back from finding joy, moving forward, or finding healthy connections. I have worked with all types of clients of all ages with varied reasons they are seeking out treatment. A comforting, safe, non-judgmental place where they feel valued. I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help from a stranger, so I want to project a warm atmosphere where the session is all about them.
Hi, I'm Kelly Steiner, LMFT 37215, and have been working as a therapist for over 25 years. I provide a safe space to help you in working through some of the things that may be holding you back from finding joy, moving forward, or finding healthy connections. I have worked with all types of clients of all ages with varied reasons they are seeking out treatment. A comforting, safe, non-judgmental place where they feel valued. I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help from a stranger, so I want to project a warm atmosphere where the session is all about them.
Sarah Moss
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508
How do you explain feeling as though cannot keep yourself safe in relationships with others so you don't have any? How do you begin to even talk about your inner world, it just feels chaotic and like something is wrong with you. How do you explain conflicting parts of yourself and reconciling behavior that is not only destructive but outside of your own integrity? How can you even begin to explain your self-sabotage and attenuation? Guess what? You don't have to. I understand deeply what it is like to feel these things and to be fully human and all the messiness it entails. I would be honored to walk by you in your journey.
How do you explain feeling as though cannot keep yourself safe in relationships with others so you don't have any? How do you begin to even talk about your inner world, it just feels chaotic and like something is wrong with you. How do you explain conflicting parts of yourself and reconciling behavior that is not only destructive but outside of your own integrity? How can you even begin to explain your self-sabotage and attenuation? Guess what? You don't have to. I understand deeply what it is like to feel these things and to be fully human and all the messiness it entails. I would be honored to walk by you in your journey.
Danielle Norman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Hi, my name is Danielle Norman. I have a Doctorate in Psychology and a License in Marriage and Family Therapy. My specialties include childhood trauma/trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment, and parent-child relationships. Currently, my practice focuses on working with adults and adolescents. Clients can present with a number of issues including difficulty in relationships, feeling stuck, low and anxious mood, difficulty coping with stressors, feeling on edge or irritable, and difficulty with sleep.
Hi, my name is Danielle Norman. I have a Doctorate in Psychology and a License in Marriage and Family Therapy. My specialties include childhood trauma/trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment, and parent-child relationships. Currently, my practice focuses on working with adults and adolescents. Clients can present with a number of issues including difficulty in relationships, feeling stuck, low and anxious mood, difficulty coping with stressors, feeling on edge or irritable, and difficulty with sleep.
Christine Joseph
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Christine Joseph, LMFT I specialize in healing a broken heart and finding love. I work primarily with young adults dealing with family-of-origin conflicts, working through choosing a career path and helping to navigate the beginning and end of romantic relationships. One day during meditation a voice said: Seek therapy! I was unsure what the voice meant so I became a therapist :) It worked out fantastically. I've been a practicing therapist since I was 26yrs old. I still love what I do.
Christine Joseph, LMFT I specialize in healing a broken heart and finding love. I work primarily with young adults dealing with family-of-origin conflicts, working through choosing a career path and helping to navigate the beginning and end of romantic relationships. One day during meditation a voice said: Seek therapy! I was unsure what the voice meant so I became a therapist :) It worked out fantastically. I've been a practicing therapist since I was 26yrs old. I still love what I do.
Britney D Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
Britney is known for having a genuine concern for her clientele and being able to relate to people regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religious creed. She believes that each person is unique and complex; therefore, she prides herself on collaborating with her clients to ensure they receive care that suits them and will equip them to thrive in their individual circumstances.
Britney is known for having a genuine concern for her clientele and being able to relate to people regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religious creed. She believes that each person is unique and complex; therefore, she prides herself on collaborating with her clients to ensure they receive care that suits them and will equip them to thrive in their individual circumstances.
Lisa Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Hi, I am Lisa Harris, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I enjoy getting to know you as a client and working off your strengths and goals. I want to see you succeed in your relational goals. I work with children, adults, and couples. I am most comfortable treating relational issues as well as depression/anxiety. I utilized a Trust Based relational Intervention with a solution focused as well as a cognitive behavioral approach.
Hi, I am Lisa Harris, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I enjoy getting to know you as a client and working off your strengths and goals. I want to see you succeed in your relational goals. I work with children, adults, and couples. I am most comfortable treating relational issues as well as depression/anxiety. I utilized a Trust Based relational Intervention with a solution focused as well as a cognitive behavioral approach.
Brenda Kasaty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Are you tired, overwhelmed, or constantly feeling on edge? Has the stress and anxiety over the past couple of years left you feeling lost, frustrated, or hopeless? Is your self-esteem struggling, always striving to measure up to a seemingly impossible set of standards? Has your anxiety or depression kept you away from social activities, engaging in things you once loved, or caused relationship struggles with those you love most? Does your life seem to be one big emotional roller coaster? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. Life has been difficult to navigate for pretty much everyone (myself included).
Are you tired, overwhelmed, or constantly feeling on edge? Has the stress and anxiety over the past couple of years left you feeling lost, frustrated, or hopeless? Is your self-esteem struggling, always striving to measure up to a seemingly impossible set of standards? Has your anxiety or depression kept you away from social activities, engaging in things you once loved, or caused relationship struggles with those you love most? Does your life seem to be one big emotional roller coaster? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. Life has been difficult to navigate for pretty much everyone (myself included).
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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.