Christian Therapists in Cotati, CA
Karen E. Prosen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cotati, CA 94928
You deserve to live a life of alignment and fulfillment and to receive support as you do so. Taking the step to speak to a therapist is an act of self-honoring as you move in a new direction in your life. My ideal client is motivated and seeks a caring therapist willing to individualize treatment. If this is you, and you are interested in EMDR, parts work/IFS, and a somatic orientation, please don't hesitate to reach out to connect further.
You deserve to live a life of alignment and fulfillment and to receive support as you do so. Taking the step to speak to a therapist is an act of self-honoring as you move in a new direction in your life. My ideal client is motivated and seeks a caring therapist willing to individualize treatment. If this is you, and you are interested in EMDR, parts work/IFS, and a somatic orientation, please don't hesitate to reach out to connect further.
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George Scripture
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
I am a Christian, but I do not judge people that do not share my faith.
I am a Clinical Social worker, and I help people discover the blocks that get in the way of being their best selves.
I am a Christian, but I do not judge people that do not share my faith.
I am a Clinical Social worker, and I help people discover the blocks that get in the way of being their best selves.
Linda L Kinzler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sebastopol, CA 95472
I have years of counseling training in alignment with the Bible and the Christian faith, yet I'm able to work objectively with people who have no particular faith or come from various faith traditions.
My 35 years of experience have entailed providing both psychotherapeutic counseling as well as case management support to disabled & elderly clients, Hospice & dialysis social work. I work with adults of all ages. Each decade has its own challenges. Anxiety, depression, addictions, insecurities, relational issues, health and other issues of all kinds can hamper us at any age. For my clients, I love to use my heart, experience, training & faith practices to create a safe place and provide support to overcome what’s holding them back---to help empower them to reach the fullness, freedom and joy of their own lives and relationships.
I have years of counseling training in alignment with the Bible and the Christian faith, yet I'm able to work objectively with people who have no particular faith or come from various faith traditions.
My 35 years of experience have entailed providing both psychotherapeutic counseling as well as case management support to disabled & elderly clients, Hospice & dialysis social work. I work with adults of all ages. Each decade has its own challenges. Anxiety, depression, addictions, insecurities, relational issues, health and other issues of all kinds can hamper us at any age. For my clients, I love to use my heart, experience, training & faith practices to create a safe place and provide support to overcome what’s holding them back---to help empower them to reach the fullness, freedom and joy of their own lives and relationships.
Rosa Marie Dixon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Sometimes its challenging to interact with others, enjoy gatherings, or accept compliments without feeling anxious, suspicious, or attacked. Do you leave events finding that you have some resentment due to something that occurred? These experiences can affect the way you function daily, causing feelings of dissatisfaction with life and others. When you lack satisfaction in your life it can impact your relationships at home and with friends; and can interfere with your job or other responsibilities. I would like to help you with understanding, addressing, and repairing damage to relationships and help you to enjoy your life.
Sometimes its challenging to interact with others, enjoy gatherings, or accept compliments without feeling anxious, suspicious, or attacked. Do you leave events finding that you have some resentment due to something that occurred? These experiences can affect the way you function daily, causing feelings of dissatisfaction with life and others. When you lack satisfaction in your life it can impact your relationships at home and with friends; and can interfere with your job or other responsibilities. I would like to help you with understanding, addressing, and repairing damage to relationships and help you to enjoy your life.
Marty Schwebel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Petaluma, CA 94954
The road to inner freedom begins with the decision to not walk alone. Inviting the right support helps you gain insights to reach your goals and destiny. You may be dealing with past trauma, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem, or looking to find a life-partner, preparing for marriage, or seeking to enrich existing relationships. Whatever your path, I invite you to reach out and let me walk with you. Meet me at my office, or from the comfort of your home via video counseling.
The road to inner freedom begins with the decision to not walk alone. Inviting the right support helps you gain insights to reach your goals and destiny. You may be dealing with past trauma, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem, or looking to find a life-partner, preparing for marriage, or seeking to enrich existing relationships. Whatever your path, I invite you to reach out and let me walk with you. Meet me at my office, or from the comfort of your home via video counseling.
Michelle Takemoto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Petaluma, CA 94975 (Online Only)
Therapy will open new doors for you, allow you to gain insight into your struggles, and create movement toward healing. I specialize in supporting women, families, and couples through difficult times such as parenting, chronic illness, marriage conflicts, grief and loss, parenting children with disabilities, cultural loss and trauma, anxiety/depression, and work-related stressors. Recovery and leading a life of fulfillment is truly possible. Take the first step toward finding hope and leading an authentic, love-filled life.
Therapy will open new doors for you, allow you to gain insight into your struggles, and create movement toward healing. I specialize in supporting women, families, and couples through difficult times such as parenting, chronic illness, marriage conflicts, grief and loss, parenting children with disabilities, cultural loss and trauma, anxiety/depression, and work-related stressors. Recovery and leading a life of fulfillment is truly possible. Take the first step toward finding hope and leading an authentic, love-filled life.
Janet I Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (Online Only)
Everyone keeps telling you things will get better, but they don't. You feel stuck, broken, like there is something wrong with you, but you don't know how to fix it. Life feels so overwhelming and there are days where it is so hard to just get out of bed. And if you do get out of bed, you just feel tortured and miserable, like you're in your own personal hell. That voice in your head keeps telling you you're not good enough. Do you turn to food or other habits you desperately wish you could change? Do you obsess about weight and body image? Do you hope for relief that you feel may never come? You are not alone.
Everyone keeps telling you things will get better, but they don't. You feel stuck, broken, like there is something wrong with you, but you don't know how to fix it. Life feels so overwhelming and there are days where it is so hard to just get out of bed. And if you do get out of bed, you just feel tortured and miserable, like you're in your own personal hell. That voice in your head keeps telling you you're not good enough. Do you turn to food or other habits you desperately wish you could change? Do you obsess about weight and body image? Do you hope for relief that you feel may never come? You are not alone.
Rhonda C Robertson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in empathy, respect, and the fundamental belief that every person deserves to live a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. I understand that seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and I honor the trust placed in me by my clients. Through active listening, empathy, and collaboration, I strive to co-create a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and transformation. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in empathy, respect, and the fundamental belief that every person deserves to live a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. I understand that seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and I honor the trust placed in me by my clients. Through active listening, empathy, and collaboration, I strive to co-create a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and transformation. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Lisa Marie Tannehill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. Welcome to my profile. Many of the clients I've worked with have experienced a sense of feeling stuck in some area of their life whether it's in their relationships with themselves or with others. They desire for their life to look different, but are at a loss of how to create the change they're longing for and only end up feeling anxious, depressed, or attempting to fill the void or distract from the feelings of overwhelm that a different way of life is possible.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. Welcome to my profile. Many of the clients I've worked with have experienced a sense of feeling stuck in some area of their life whether it's in their relationships with themselves or with others. They desire for their life to look different, but are at a loss of how to create the change they're longing for and only end up feeling anxious, depressed, or attempting to fill the void or distract from the feelings of overwhelm that a different way of life is possible.
Michelle Magee-Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Petaluma, CA 94952
Hi there, I'm Michelle, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a background in Theatre Arts. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and children in a variety of settings. I prefer to work with populations 18 years and older, specifically dealing with anxiety/depressive symptoms. My approach to psychotherapy varies and is dependent on "where the client is" as well as what the situation calls for. Although I prefer Family systems, Existential and Person-centered approaches toward therapy, I am flexible with respect to my approaches and often merge theatrical and theoretical techniques.
Hi there, I'm Michelle, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a background in Theatre Arts. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and children in a variety of settings. I prefer to work with populations 18 years and older, specifically dealing with anxiety/depressive symptoms. My approach to psychotherapy varies and is dependent on "where the client is" as well as what the situation calls for. Although I prefer Family systems, Existential and Person-centered approaches toward therapy, I am flexible with respect to my approaches and often merge theatrical and theoretical techniques.
Joseph Malancharuvil
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
My name is Joseph Malancharuvil (you may call me Dr. Joseph). I am a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, licensed in California and Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I served as the Chief of Psychology at one of the largest mental facilities in California. I have treated a large number and variety of patients over the last 30 years both in an inpatient and outpatient setting. In inpatient hospital setting, I specialized in treating severe mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
My name is Joseph Malancharuvil (you may call me Dr. Joseph). I am a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, licensed in California and Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I served as the Chief of Psychology at one of the largest mental facilities in California. I have treated a large number and variety of patients over the last 30 years both in an inpatient and outpatient setting. In inpatient hospital setting, I specialized in treating severe mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
Nereida Medina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
My name is Nereida Medina, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Redlands, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults in individual and couple's therapy. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts. My style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and couples who are struggling to communicate through ongoing stressors.
My name is Nereida Medina, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Redlands, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults in individual and couple's therapy. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts. My style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and couples who are struggling to communicate through ongoing stressors.
Michelle Samuelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
I am Michelle Samuelson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I have over 15 years experience in the mental health field. I have extensive experience working with the military community. I see adults individually who may be in a life transition/adjustment in employment, relationships or health. I also see individuals experiencing general relationship issues who want to address the internal or external barriers they are currently struggling with. With a heart to serve others, I was led into this profession and now I look forward to meeting you.
I am Michelle Samuelson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I have over 15 years experience in the mental health field. I have extensive experience working with the military community. I see adults individually who may be in a life transition/adjustment in employment, relationships or health. I also see individuals experiencing general relationship issues who want to address the internal or external barriers they are currently struggling with. With a heart to serve others, I was led into this profession and now I look forward to meeting you.
Marie Mohapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Hi, I'm Marie! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I am looking forward to helping you create and step into the life you desire. I am passionate about life changes, women's issues, improving relationships, and solution-focused treatment. I work with an expansive range of people ranging from folks with SMI, people who are or have had justice-involvement, and people who are struggling with a point-in-time situation. I am comfortable working with people who are all-in for treatment and interested in learning more about decreasing their own suffering.
Hi, I'm Marie! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I am looking forward to helping you create and step into the life you desire. I am passionate about life changes, women's issues, improving relationships, and solution-focused treatment. I work with an expansive range of people ranging from folks with SMI, people who are or have had justice-involvement, and people who are struggling with a point-in-time situation. I am comfortable working with people who are all-in for treatment and interested in learning more about decreasing their own suffering.
Brianna Cassel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Petaluma, CA 94952
Hi, I'm Brianna! I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Colorado. I have spent most of my career working with the adolescent population and their families. Making a positive impact on their lives and futures has been incredibly rewarding. My professional journey has also included counseling adults through divorce, hardship, and life's obstacles. The types of clients I have worked with really vary from adjustment or relational issues to more intensive and pervasive psychological disorders.
Hi, I'm Brianna! I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Colorado. I have spent most of my career working with the adolescent population and their families. Making a positive impact on their lives and futures has been incredibly rewarding. My professional journey has also included counseling adults through divorce, hardship, and life's obstacles. The types of clients I have worked with really vary from adjustment or relational issues to more intensive and pervasive psychological disorders.
Andrew Wakefield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Greetings, my name is Andrew Wakefield and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist 90767, who specializes in solution-focused therapy to get you fast results. I work with all individuals seeking help with anxiety, depression, relationship stressors, and work stress.
Greetings, my name is Andrew Wakefield and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist 90767, who specializes in solution-focused therapy to get you fast results. I work with all individuals seeking help with anxiety, depression, relationship stressors, and work stress.
Larry Hanville
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sebastopol, CA 95472
I have been a licensed therapist for over 25 years. I have worked in both for-profit and nonprofit settings and have worked with a variety of different clients experiencing mental health issues. I am a strength-based therapist and believe that every individual is unique and brings their own story to therapy. Connection and understanding are at the heart of a good therapeutic relationship which I bring as an experienced clinician. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety and all of the symptoms associated with daily stress.
I have been a licensed therapist for over 25 years. I have worked in both for-profit and nonprofit settings and have worked with a variety of different clients experiencing mental health issues. I am a strength-based therapist and believe that every individual is unique and brings their own story to therapy. Connection and understanding are at the heart of a good therapeutic relationship which I bring as an experienced clinician. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety and all of the symptoms associated with daily stress.
Tanya Ward
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
My name is Tanya Ward, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I embrace a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy and am committed to fostering a safe and nonjudgmental environment. I encourage individuals to explore their authentic selves and collaboratively address the challenges and obstacles hindering their personal growth and well-being. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and couple's issues.
My name is Tanya Ward, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I embrace a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy and am committed to fostering a safe and nonjudgmental environment. I encourage individuals to explore their authentic selves and collaboratively address the challenges and obstacles hindering their personal growth and well-being. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and couple's issues.
La Wanda Marrero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Hello, I am La Wanda Marrero, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist LMFT139411. I have been in practice for over 10 years. My approach is strength-based, to meet you, the client, right where you are. My area of focus is stress reduction and client goal orientation. I work with clients who have made a decision to support themselves in making realistic changes and lifestyle improvements that decrease stress, depression, and anxiety with a trauma-informed informed and natural heart approach.
Hello, I am La Wanda Marrero, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist LMFT139411. I have been in practice for over 10 years. My approach is strength-based, to meet you, the client, right where you are. My area of focus is stress reduction and client goal orientation. I work with clients who have made a decision to support themselves in making realistic changes and lifestyle improvements that decrease stress, depression, and anxiety with a trauma-informed informed and natural heart approach.
Whitney Parris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
My name is Whitney Parris, LMFT 122801. My passion is partnering with people to help them gain insights about their life, practice coping skills, identify and reach their life goals, and walking through the grief process. My approach pairs well with those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions and grief.
My name is Whitney Parris, LMFT 122801. My passion is partnering with people to help them gain insights about their life, practice coping skills, identify and reach their life goals, and walking through the grief process. My approach pairs well with those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions and grief.
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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.