Christian Therapists in Beacon, NY
Marcia Westra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beacon, NY 12508
I address issues around anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. This is especially focused on your effectiveness in your personal and work life. I can help you to better understand your interpersonal relationships and find more constructive responses and approaches to them. In addition, I enjoy doing premarital counseling.
I can support you in addressing trauma (including emotional, sexual, and physical abuse) and bereavement to move you through stages of healing to attain your goals of whole and deeper connection to others. I can also assist you clarify your sexual identity and find ways to communicate about it with others.
I address issues around anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. This is especially focused on your effectiveness in your personal and work life. I can help you to better understand your interpersonal relationships and find more constructive responses and approaches to them. In addition, I enjoy doing premarital counseling.
I can support you in addressing trauma (including emotional, sexual, and physical abuse) and bereavement to move you through stages of healing to attain your goals of whole and deeper connection to others. I can also assist you clarify your sexual identity and find ways to communicate about it with others.
Hanna Brinnier Perrault
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508 (Online Only)
Whether you're transitioning to a new job, anxious about a relationship, navigating a recent loss, these adjustments can feel stressful and overwhelming. I have experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and academic/occupational issues. I enjoy working with college/graduate students and young professionals. am trained in a range of modalities including CBT and DBT, but overall, I am person-centered, attachment based and psychodynamically oriented. Thus, I approach therapy from a trauma-focused lens, providing a safe space for clients to process all thoughts and feelings.
Whether you're transitioning to a new job, anxious about a relationship, navigating a recent loss, these adjustments can feel stressful and overwhelming. I have experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and academic/occupational issues. I enjoy working with college/graduate students and young professionals. am trained in a range of modalities including CBT and DBT, but overall, I am person-centered, attachment based and psychodynamically oriented. Thus, I approach therapy from a trauma-focused lens, providing a safe space for clients to process all thoughts and feelings.
Alisa Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508 (Online Only)
Finding our path through life can be daunting, and happiness may either seem far away or just a memory. You do not have to go through difficulties alone, I am here to help as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in interpersonal concerns and have helped people adjust to life changes, decrease anxiety, and alleviate depression.
Finding our path through life can be daunting, and happiness may either seem far away or just a memory. You do not have to go through difficulties alone, I am here to help as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in interpersonal concerns and have helped people adjust to life changes, decrease anxiety, and alleviate depression.
Erica Lynn Mbasan
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508 (Online Only)
It takes so much courage to reach out for help! If you feel "stuck" or are not living up to your full potential, I am here for you. If the past keeps you from living in the present, you struggle in relationships, or you feel defeated, you've come to the right place. I operate from a strengths-based perspective and utilize trauma-informed methods to help individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, and trauma. My goal is to empower you, to work collaboratively, and to help you safely process your challenges.
It takes so much courage to reach out for help! If you feel "stuck" or are not living up to your full potential, I am here for you. If the past keeps you from living in the present, you struggle in relationships, or you feel defeated, you've come to the right place. I operate from a strengths-based perspective and utilize trauma-informed methods to help individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, and trauma. My goal is to empower you, to work collaboratively, and to help you safely process your challenges.
Cheranique Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508 (Online Only)
Let's face it, life is challenging. It is filled with heavy burdens and unexpected twists and turns; and just when you think you got it under control, life throws you unanticipated curveballs such as, unforeseen health issue, relationship changes, loss and trauma. Life's trials can cause us to lose who we are, cloud our vision, feel alone and overwhelmed with emotions. If you are experiencing this, you are not alone, and I am here to support you as you navigate life's challenges. As an empathetic therapist, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space, providing inclusive and compassionate care where emotions and healing can occur.
Let's face it, life is challenging. It is filled with heavy burdens and unexpected twists and turns; and just when you think you got it under control, life throws you unanticipated curveballs such as, unforeseen health issue, relationship changes, loss and trauma. Life's trials can cause us to lose who we are, cloud our vision, feel alone and overwhelmed with emotions. If you are experiencing this, you are not alone, and I am here to support you as you navigate life's challenges. As an empathetic therapist, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space, providing inclusive and compassionate care where emotions and healing can occur.
Valerie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFTG, EMDR, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508 (Online Only)
Hi there. If you are seeking support for grief/bereavement, depression, or anxiety, or trauma, are suffering from relationship difficulties, are adjusting to motherhood or other significant changes, or if you simply feel like you need somewhere to unpack your burdens you have carried - let's chat. I accept you openly, all the shadows of yourself you try to hide away. Therapy is beautiful because it allows those parts of ourselves an opportunity to be seen but without judgment. And this in turn helps you to feel recharged again, while working toward healing and planning for the next steps.
Hi there. If you are seeking support for grief/bereavement, depression, or anxiety, or trauma, are suffering from relationship difficulties, are adjusting to motherhood or other significant changes, or if you simply feel like you need somewhere to unpack your burdens you have carried - let's chat. I accept you openly, all the shadows of yourself you try to hide away. Therapy is beautiful because it allows those parts of ourselves an opportunity to be seen but without judgment. And this in turn helps you to feel recharged again, while working toward healing and planning for the next steps.
Kate Crocco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508
At times, life can feel like one big transition. Right when you overcome one challenge, another always seems to pops up. It can feel overwhelming to handle it all, whether you are a stay at home mom in the throughs of toddlerhood or a homeschool mom trying to navigate health challenges for your family members or a career driven mom trying to balance it all. The one thing I’ve learned over the years is that if you aren’t taking care of yourself physically (your health), spiritually (having a faith practice), and relationally (making time for in person connections), life can feel a whole lot more challenging than it should.
At times, life can feel like one big transition. Right when you overcome one challenge, another always seems to pops up. It can feel overwhelming to handle it all, whether you are a stay at home mom in the throughs of toddlerhood or a homeschool mom trying to navigate health challenges for your family members or a career driven mom trying to balance it all. The one thing I’ve learned over the years is that if you aren’t taking care of yourself physically (your health), spiritually (having a faith practice), and relationally (making time for in person connections), life can feel a whole lot more challenging than it should.
Dan Guerra
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508
Waitlist for new clients
Psychotherapy is not limited to exploring your past, but can also focus on discovering solutions for the present. I have over 18 years experience working with young and mature adults to overcome obstacles to their wellness and mental health. I help clients to identify and leverage their strengths and resources to resolve recurring difficulties and problems that they encounter. The psychotherapy process is one of both exploration, expert guidance, relational, and discovering that which may not be visible or understood on one's own, so that the individual may be better equipped for having holistic health.
Psychotherapy is not limited to exploring your past, but can also focus on discovering solutions for the present. I have over 18 years experience working with young and mature adults to overcome obstacles to their wellness and mental health. I help clients to identify and leverage their strengths and resources to resolve recurring difficulties and problems that they encounter. The psychotherapy process is one of both exploration, expert guidance, relational, and discovering that which may not be visible or understood on one's own, so that the individual may be better equipped for having holistic health.
David S. Rosenfeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Not Verified Not Verified
Beacon, NY 12508
Waitlist for new clients
I understand the struggles we all face. In my experience of over 30 years working in the mental health and human service fields with children, adults, couples, families and groups, I’ve developed great insight and understanding into what helps us heal. It is the relationship between the client and therapist that is of utmost importance. Most of us, grew up with unmet needs as children and/or have experienced loss and trauma and now struggle with expressing our emotions, trusting others, lack of confidence or motivation, poor self-esteem, relationship difficulty, issues w/ anger, self-doubt, poor decision making, saddness and worry.
I understand the struggles we all face. In my experience of over 30 years working in the mental health and human service fields with children, adults, couples, families and groups, I’ve developed great insight and understanding into what helps us heal. It is the relationship between the client and therapist that is of utmost importance. Most of us, grew up with unmet needs as children and/or have experienced loss and trauma and now struggle with expressing our emotions, trusting others, lack of confidence or motivation, poor self-esteem, relationship difficulty, issues w/ anger, self-doubt, poor decision making, saddness and worry.
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Susan Mahoney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Fishkill, NY 12524
My specialty is Christian based therapy that focuses on your personal relationship with God, and how you can grow stronger in your faith to access all that you need to be an over comer in any life situation.
Life can be hard sometimes. Situations, circumstances and relationships can seem to be overwhelming or even impossible to handle. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to, to be a support through the difficult times, to help us sort things out, and to learn more healthy positive ways of overcoming these situations.
My specialty is Christian based therapy that focuses on your personal relationship with God, and how you can grow stronger in your faith to access all that you need to be an over comer in any life situation.
Life can be hard sometimes. Situations, circumstances and relationships can seem to be overwhelming or even impossible to handle. Sometimes we just need someone to talk to, to be a support through the difficult times, to help us sort things out, and to learn more healthy positive ways of overcoming these situations.
Earl S Miller
Pastoral Counselor, MSOL, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newburgh, NY 12550
I offer more than twenty-five years of experience in Christian counseling. Almost twenty years were spent in New York City as a pastoral counselor in ministerial and clinical settings. My services combine professional training, experience as a clinical counselor, and a spiritual mentor. I provide confidential and affordable faith-centered professional services. My credentials include Master Degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy, and Organizational Leadership. THERE'S ONE MISSION - TO HELP YOU FIND PEACE, CONFIDENCE AND HOPE FOR THE FUTURE. (Jeremiah 29:11)
I offer more than twenty-five years of experience in Christian counseling. Almost twenty years were spent in New York City as a pastoral counselor in ministerial and clinical settings. My services combine professional training, experience as a clinical counselor, and a spiritual mentor. I provide confidential and affordable faith-centered professional services. My credentials include Master Degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy, and Organizational Leadership. THERE'S ONE MISSION - TO HELP YOU FIND PEACE, CONFIDENCE AND HOPE FOR THE FUTURE. (Jeremiah 29:11)
Linda Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD , MA, CAS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fishkill, NY 12524
I am a NYS State Certified School Psychologist, a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Having worked in the mental health field for over 35 years and in the school counseling field for 16 years, I work especially with children and adolescents providing individual, family and group counseling. I am a commissioned minister of pastoral care-- licensed by the National Christian Conservative Church (NCCC). I am also a doctoral candidate in Christian Counseling with the National Christian Counselor's Association (NCCA). I am a NCCA Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor(LCPC) and Certified Temperament Counselor (CTC).
I am a NYS State Certified School Psychologist, a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Having worked in the mental health field for over 35 years and in the school counseling field for 16 years, I work especially with children and adolescents providing individual, family and group counseling. I am a commissioned minister of pastoral care-- licensed by the National Christian Conservative Church (NCCC). I am also a doctoral candidate in Christian Counseling with the National Christian Counselor's Association (NCCA). I am a NCCA Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor(LCPC) and Certified Temperament Counselor (CTC).
Erena T Toney
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newburgh, NY 12550
Another particular area of interest to me is to provide Messianic (also known as Christian) Counseling to those individuals seeking counseling from a faith-based perspective.
My areas of specialty are psychological evaluations and therapy with children, adolescents and their parents. I have over 25 years experience which include pre-doctoral experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My post-doctoral experience include providing individual therapy for adult psychiatric patients in long term care facilities and more recently with the developmentally disabled population. I have also done individual and group therapy with sexually traumatized and at risk adolescent girls.
In addition to training, one of the qualities of a good psychologist is his/her personality.
Another particular area of interest to me is to provide Messianic (also known as Christian) Counseling to those individuals seeking counseling from a faith-based perspective.
My areas of specialty are psychological evaluations and therapy with children, adolescents and their parents. I have over 25 years experience which include pre-doctoral experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My post-doctoral experience include providing individual therapy for adult psychiatric patients in long term care facilities and more recently with the developmentally disabled population. I have also done individual and group therapy with sexually traumatized and at risk adolescent girls.
In addition to training, one of the qualities of a good psychologist is his/her personality.
Zen Life Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Newburgh, NY 12550 (Online Only)
You've made the decision to seek therapy and I want to welcome you. Therapy can sometimes be a difficult decision to make. We will explore this journey together. Whether you are healing, rediscovering, or reclaiming your life, I am here to meet your individualized need. I created a place that is safe and non-judgmental for you to reach your healing and goals. Life can be stressful and sometimes overwhelming. If you are here, you made the first step. The rest of the journey will be designed for us to work on your transformation for you to be the best version of yourself. I look forward to working with you!
You've made the decision to seek therapy and I want to welcome you. Therapy can sometimes be a difficult decision to make. We will explore this journey together. Whether you are healing, rediscovering, or reclaiming your life, I am here to meet your individualized need. I created a place that is safe and non-judgmental for you to reach your healing and goals. Life can be stressful and sometimes overwhelming. If you are here, you made the first step. The rest of the journey will be designed for us to work on your transformation for you to be the best version of yourself. I look forward to working with you!
Psychotherapy & Mediation, P.C.
LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New Windsor, NY 12553
NO "Psycho-Babble"(tm) ... HONEST! We provide a safe, secure, candid setting for you to open up about your deepest concerns. Your commitment to YOU is the first step.
NO "Psycho-Babble"(tm) ... HONEST! We provide a safe, secure, candid setting for you to open up about your deepest concerns. Your commitment to YOU is the first step.
Colette Cassidy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newburgh, NY 12550 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and overwhelmed? How are you managing everything in your life? It can be challenging trying to balance your problems on your own. Trying to pinpoint the source can be even harder. Often times there could be so many stressors contributing to it, it becomes difficult to cope. Having someone who will listen free from judgment, can provide a sense of relief and peace. Together we can create that safe space where you will feel more empowered and less overwhelmed. “Our minds will lead us towards the path we envisioned”
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and overwhelmed? How are you managing everything in your life? It can be challenging trying to balance your problems on your own. Trying to pinpoint the source can be even harder. Often times there could be so many stressors contributing to it, it becomes difficult to cope. Having someone who will listen free from judgment, can provide a sense of relief and peace. Together we can create that safe space where you will feel more empowered and less overwhelmed. “Our minds will lead us towards the path we envisioned”
Carolyn Smallwood
MHC- LP
Verified Verified
New Windsor, NY 12553
Experienced and trained to provide support, therapy, and mentorship to those struggling with mental and emotional health issues by providing a warm strength-based, goal-oriented approach, as well as demonstrating empathy and compassion. I offer technical knowledge on a range of theories, techniques and methods in working with individuals, families and groups. Overall, providing personal skills and experience in working with a diverse multicultural environment.
Experienced and trained to provide support, therapy, and mentorship to those struggling with mental and emotional health issues by providing a warm strength-based, goal-oriented approach, as well as demonstrating empathy and compassion. I offer technical knowledge on a range of theories, techniques and methods in working with individuals, families and groups. Overall, providing personal skills and experience in working with a diverse multicultural environment.
Robert A Ferrer
Pastoral Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Newburgh, NY 12550
Communication challenges, trust concerns, frequent arguing, and numerous family dilemmas are all issues that my ideal client has.
Communication challenges, trust concerns, frequent arguing, and numerous family dilemmas are all issues that my ideal client has.
Dominique T Dodson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Newburgh, NY 12550 (Online Only)
Dominique T. Dodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience practicing with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your life experiences, goals, and potential. She believes that we all have the ability to grow as we develop a deeper understanding of ourselves.
Dominique T. Dodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience practicing with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your life experiences, goals, and potential. She believes that we all have the ability to grow as we develop a deeper understanding of ourselves.
Christine Derian
LP-MHC
Verified Verified
Newburgh, NY 12550
As a dedicated professional in the field of mental health counseling, I have a profound passion for my work. I am an ally and social advocate with a special interest in working with individuals who struggle with cultural and sexual identity. I have had the privilege of working with diverse clientele from all walks of life, offering support and guidance across a spectrum of issues and committed psychologically safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore, heal, and thrive.
As a dedicated professional in the field of mental health counseling, I have a profound passion for my work. I am an ally and social advocate with a special interest in working with individuals who struggle with cultural and sexual identity. I have had the privilege of working with diverse clientele from all walks of life, offering support and guidance across a spectrum of issues and committed psychologically safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore, heal, and thrive.
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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.