Christian Therapists in 93446
I embrace traditional American values and the Christian faith but am open-minded and non-judgmental.
If your issues include substance abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, codependency or relationship problems, I am uniquely qualified to help you. I have over thirty years experience as a therapist and have also learned a lot from personal experience in my own 30+year successful relationship. As a facilitator for men's groups since 1992, I have a great deal of insight into a man's world and as a woman, I can empathize with women's issues. I am fair and objective working with couples. I am a mother and a grandmother and there is no substitute for the wisdom that comes from personal experience and overcoming challenges.
I embrace traditional American values and the Christian faith but am open-minded and non-judgmental.
If your issues include substance abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, codependency or relationship problems, I am uniquely qualified to help you. I have over thirty years experience as a therapist and have also learned a lot from personal experience in my own 30+year successful relationship. As a facilitator for men's groups since 1992, I have a great deal of insight into a man's world and as a woman, I can empathize with women's issues. I am fair and objective working with couples. I am a mother and a grandmother and there is no substitute for the wisdom that comes from personal experience and overcoming challenges.
I studied clinical psychology with a spiritual/ Christian emphasis at Rosemead School of Psychology. I have completed a certification in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health and a Brain Health Professional certification through Amen University. I offer therapy services to individuals, couples, and families, throughout the life span starting in older adolescence. I also provide testing and evaluations for diagnostic questions (including adult ADHD), job related and some court related questions.
I studied clinical psychology with a spiritual/ Christian emphasis at Rosemead School of Psychology. I have completed a certification in Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health and a Brain Health Professional certification through Amen University. I offer therapy services to individuals, couples, and families, throughout the life span starting in older adolescence. I also provide testing and evaluations for diagnostic questions (including adult ADHD), job related and some court related questions.
Stressed? Burned out? Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed by the world? Difficulty communicating? Feeling disconnected from your partner or yourself? The world is a crazy messy place sometimes (especially lately). Our past and current circumstances often create a difficult place to be in our thoughts and our feelings and we often can feel “stuck” in our current circumstances. Some of us carry really heavy burdens and keep on a brave face for those around us because for a lot of reasons like our jobs, roles at home, family, friends, keeping up with the Joneses, you name it!
Stressed? Burned out? Anxious? Depressed? Overwhelmed by the world? Difficulty communicating? Feeling disconnected from your partner or yourself? The world is a crazy messy place sometimes (especially lately). Our past and current circumstances often create a difficult place to be in our thoughts and our feelings and we often can feel “stuck” in our current circumstances. Some of us carry really heavy burdens and keep on a brave face for those around us because for a lot of reasons like our jobs, roles at home, family, friends, keeping up with the Joneses, you name it!
Taylor Pecchenino
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I am glad you are here. I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, loneliness, and challenging life changes through a holistic approach to treatment. I have a passion for working with women, college-aged students, and teens. As a follower of Jesus Christ, I also love to support clients with a shared faith background through the use of biblical counseling practices, when appropriate and beneficial. For those who do not share the same faith background, I enthusiastically welcome you into my practice.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, loneliness, and challenging life changes through a holistic approach to treatment. I have a passion for working with women, college-aged students, and teens. As a follower of Jesus Christ, I also love to support clients with a shared faith background through the use of biblical counseling practices, when appropriate and beneficial. For those who do not share the same faith background, I enthusiastically welcome you into my practice.
Eva M Prado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Online Only)
I currently offer tele-health sessions.I provide therapy in both English and Spanish. Dealing with Anger? Anxiety? Depression? Grief/Loss? Trauma? Stress? Feeling overwhelmed? Unable to focus? Feeling helpless? Let me support you and help you re-gain control of your life. My goal as a clinician is to help clients alleviate symptoms, improve the quality of their functioning and strengthen their relationships with themselves and others.
I currently offer tele-health sessions.I provide therapy in both English and Spanish. Dealing with Anger? Anxiety? Depression? Grief/Loss? Trauma? Stress? Feeling overwhelmed? Unable to focus? Feeling helpless? Let me support you and help you re-gain control of your life. My goal as a clinician is to help clients alleviate symptoms, improve the quality of their functioning and strengthen their relationships with themselves and others.
Life and relationships are filled with amazing experiences and opportunities. However, life and relationships also come with challenges and struggles. When we are hurt by those we love or by the circumstances of life we want someone safe to turn for help and support. Our hope is for the pain to be less and ideally for broken relationships to be healed. We long for healthy relationships and skills to navigate life like when the waters are rough.
Life and relationships are filled with amazing experiences and opportunities. However, life and relationships also come with challenges and struggles. When we are hurt by those we love or by the circumstances of life we want someone safe to turn for help and support. Our hope is for the pain to be less and ideally for broken relationships to be healed. We long for healthy relationships and skills to navigate life like when the waters are rough.
It’s late. Today’s work is finally done. You’re the last one to bed, after snapping at everyone else. You pause...Instead of enjoying the moment of peace and quiet reflection that you long for, there’s a vague sense of dread. It seems that whenever you stop, you find yourself filled with anxiety. You feel off-center. Never at ease. Never enough. You don’t want to go to bed because you know it’ll be another restless night of tossing and turning, alone--again. No one gets it. You’re not just tired, you're weary. That weariness gnaws at you. That ache, that longing for something different, something better, something more...
It’s late. Today’s work is finally done. You’re the last one to bed, after snapping at everyone else. You pause...Instead of enjoying the moment of peace and quiet reflection that you long for, there’s a vague sense of dread. It seems that whenever you stop, you find yourself filled with anxiety. You feel off-center. Never at ease. Never enough. You don’t want to go to bed because you know it’ll be another restless night of tossing and turning, alone--again. No one gets it. You’re not just tired, you're weary. That weariness gnaws at you. That ache, that longing for something different, something better, something more...
Jennifer Swanson
Psychologist, EdD, LP, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping people find untapped potential for positive growth and offer a holistic approach to mental health. I specialize in movement enhanced psychotherapy, such as walking sessions. When the journey of life includes unseen bumps in the road, I offer a warm and compassionate space to explore vulnerable areas, build and refine strengths, create new perspectives and apply strategies that fit you and your lifestyle. Practicing as a Licensed Psychologist in WI and as a LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in CA.
I am passionate about helping people find untapped potential for positive growth and offer a holistic approach to mental health. I specialize in movement enhanced psychotherapy, such as walking sessions. When the journey of life includes unseen bumps in the road, I offer a warm and compassionate space to explore vulnerable areas, build and refine strengths, create new perspectives and apply strategies that fit you and your lifestyle. Practicing as a Licensed Psychologist in WI and as a LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in CA.
Laura Ryan is a licensed clinical social worker that has 50 years of clinical experience in the mental health field. She has worked with all ages and treatment populations in a variety of both public and private sector clinical settings. She graduated from the University of California, Davis in June 1970 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and from California State University, Sacramento in June 1972 with a master’s degree in social work. She was licensed as an LCSW in 1976 by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Subsequently, she has worked as a Subject Matter Expert for the BBS licensing board.
Laura Ryan is a licensed clinical social worker that has 50 years of clinical experience in the mental health field. She has worked with all ages and treatment populations in a variety of both public and private sector clinical settings. She graduated from the University of California, Davis in June 1970 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and from California State University, Sacramento in June 1972 with a master’s degree in social work. She was licensed as an LCSW in 1976 by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Subsequently, she has worked as a Subject Matter Expert for the BBS licensing board.
I love watching people become themselves and believe in themselves. I love seeing families heal and the look of love and happiness in someone's eyes when they realize it will be ok. I will work with you on setting goals for your future; college, a new job, better health, relationships, whatever is important to you.
I love watching people become themselves and believe in themselves. I love seeing families heal and the look of love and happiness in someone's eyes when they realize it will be ok. I will work with you on setting goals for your future; college, a new job, better health, relationships, whatever is important to you.
My name is Mayra Molina. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in California. I provide services in Spanish. I have experience working with victims of crime, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance use, stress management, coping skills as well as developmental disabilities such as Autism. I allow my client to process as I support them by meeting you where you are to identify tools that would help improve your quality of life while better managing your symptoms. I help my clients identify goals in their first sessions and we revisit goals as needed as well as following each client's treatment plan.
My name is Mayra Molina. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in California. I provide services in Spanish. I have experience working with victims of crime, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance use, stress management, coping skills as well as developmental disabilities such as Autism. I allow my client to process as I support them by meeting you where you are to identify tools that would help improve your quality of life while better managing your symptoms. I help my clients identify goals in their first sessions and we revisit goals as needed as well as following each client's treatment plan.
Hello, I'm Jeanne Kimura! I am a licensed psychologist who supports and encourages growth and well-being in a collaborative space where clients are met with acceptance, kindness, and respect. My practice is based on the understanding that past experience(s) may be influencing present patterns of behavior (psychodynamic theory). Treatment focuses on empowering patients toward growth and well-being through skills building. Because every person is unique, I use a client-centered, integrative approach to treatment.
Hello, I'm Jeanne Kimura! I am a licensed psychologist who supports and encourages growth and well-being in a collaborative space where clients are met with acceptance, kindness, and respect. My practice is based on the understanding that past experience(s) may be influencing present patterns of behavior (psychodynamic theory). Treatment focuses on empowering patients toward growth and well-being through skills building. Because every person is unique, I use a client-centered, integrative approach to treatment.
My name is Gerald Strickland and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience. I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, and also have experience working with post traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and psychotic symptoms. I perform client centered compassionate care utilizing evidence based treatment approaches to helping people. I perform cognitive behavioral approaches to reduce maladaptive behaviors and thinking patterns and enhancement of adaptive functioning.
My name is Gerald Strickland and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience. I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, and also have experience working with post traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and psychotic symptoms. I perform client centered compassionate care utilizing evidence based treatment approaches to helping people. I perform cognitive behavioral approaches to reduce maladaptive behaviors and thinking patterns and enhancement of adaptive functioning.
Eric Burke
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Online Only)
Our deepest Self is good, creative and generative; we are beautiful and resilient beings, an integration of body, mind, spirit, and ancestry. Yet sometimes life’s challenges sabotage our joy or interrupt our purpose, leaving us feeling anxious, grieved, or manifesting destructive thought and behavioral patterns. These challenges are the daily demands of navigating our chaotic world, but sometimes include other traumas such as violence, abuse, or family and inter-generational wounds.
Our deepest Self is good, creative and generative; we are beautiful and resilient beings, an integration of body, mind, spirit, and ancestry. Yet sometimes life’s challenges sabotage our joy or interrupt our purpose, leaving us feeling anxious, grieved, or manifesting destructive thought and behavioral patterns. These challenges are the daily demands of navigating our chaotic world, but sometimes include other traumas such as violence, abuse, or family and inter-generational wounds.
I am excited that you are here today. My primary job as a psychotherapist is to assist others in managing issues in life. I enjoy helping others; I like providing the right tools to individuals in order to allow them to see their potential in life; to see them make progress towards their goals. However, this is not my only role in life. I am also a friend, partner, and step-parent who plays a role in who I am today and my personality. I believe my personality is very welcoming to others.
I am excited that you are here today. My primary job as a psychotherapist is to assist others in managing issues in life. I enjoy helping others; I like providing the right tools to individuals in order to allow them to see their potential in life; to see them make progress towards their goals. However, this is not my only role in life. I am also a friend, partner, and step-parent who plays a role in who I am today and my personality. I believe my personality is very welcoming to others.
Hello! My name is Julia Palomares, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My role in therapy is to come alongside you and support you in reaching your goals because you are the expert in your life! I believe in empowering my clients by using the strength they have already inside of them to make meaningful changes in their lives. I am comfortable treating all mood disorders, as well as relationship concerns, grief and loss, and adjustment disorders. I am also an LGBTQI ally and I have worked with many clients that identify as part of the community.
Hello! My name is Julia Palomares, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My role in therapy is to come alongside you and support you in reaching your goals because you are the expert in your life! I believe in empowering my clients by using the strength they have already inside of them to make meaningful changes in their lives. I am comfortable treating all mood disorders, as well as relationship concerns, grief and loss, and adjustment disorders. I am also an LGBTQI ally and I have worked with many clients that identify as part of the community.
Christina Boakye-Donkor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Welcome! Are you ready to embark on one of the most significant journeys in your life? My name is Christina Donkor, a licensed clinical social worker, who would love to partner with you to reach your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed services to help my clients forge a path to healing and personal growth.
Welcome! Are you ready to embark on one of the most significant journeys in your life? My name is Christina Donkor, a licensed clinical social worker, who would love to partner with you to reach your therapeutic goals. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed services to help my clients forge a path to healing and personal growth.
Anne Appel, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Over the past 30+ years its been my privilege to assist individuals and couples work through obstacles that have prevented them from experiencing meaningful and peaceful lives and relationships. My clients are coping with the everyday stress of marriage and family concerns, parenting, aging, health issues, career and financial challenges, loss or other critical and stressful situations. With those stressors often come depression, anxiety and a whole host of other symptoms.
Over the past 30+ years its been my privilege to assist individuals and couples work through obstacles that have prevented them from experiencing meaningful and peaceful lives and relationships. My clients are coping with the everyday stress of marriage and family concerns, parenting, aging, health issues, career and financial challenges, loss or other critical and stressful situations. With those stressors often come depression, anxiety and a whole host of other symptoms.
Center for Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD, MEd, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446
If you’re a parent or caregiver looking for mental health treatment for your child or teen, we’re here to help. The CCAMH Treatment Center specializes in evidence-based treatments that have been extensively researched and shown to be effective. We will do a full assessment and evaluation to determine the best treatment to address the young person's specific condition. We use evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders and OCD, depression and mood disorders, attention deficit and behavior disorders and trauma. We work with the entire family and provide support and tools for parents including monthly virtual parent-drop in groups.
If you’re a parent or caregiver looking for mental health treatment for your child or teen, we’re here to help. The CCAMH Treatment Center specializes in evidence-based treatments that have been extensively researched and shown to be effective. We will do a full assessment and evaluation to determine the best treatment to address the young person's specific condition. We use evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders and OCD, depression and mood disorders, attention deficit and behavior disorders and trauma. We work with the entire family and provide support and tools for parents including monthly virtual parent-drop in groups.
Benjamin Wallman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Online Only)
As a dedicated therapist, I am committed to supporting teens (13+) and adults in addressing your unique mental health needs. My approach is centered around warmth, understanding, and open-mindedness, ensuring you have a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Together, we will collaborate to develop personalized strategies that enhance your well-being and help you achieve your goals. Whether you're navigating school, work, or personal challenges, I look forward to partnering with you on this journey toward a healthier, happier you.
As a dedicated therapist, I am committed to supporting teens (13+) and adults in addressing your unique mental health needs. My approach is centered around warmth, understanding, and open-mindedness, ensuring you have a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Together, we will collaborate to develop personalized strategies that enhance your well-being and help you achieve your goals. Whether you're navigating school, work, or personal challenges, I look forward to partnering with you on this journey toward a healthier, happier you.
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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.