Christian Therapists in Columbia, TN
Holly Beth Barruso
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
I specialize in Christian counseling with adolescents and adults, as well as couples.
I have a license in Tennessee in Professional Counseling, as well as a license in the state of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My graduate education was rooted in a family systems approach with a later focus on Christian Counseling. I have experience working with children ages 2 - 18, as well as adults of all ages, in a wide range of settings. As a result I am well prepared to work with the entire family system to help clients find long lasting healing.
I specialize in Christian counseling with adolescents and adults, as well as couples.
I have a license in Tennessee in Professional Counseling, as well as a license in the state of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My graduate education was rooted in a family systems approach with a later focus on Christian Counseling. I have experience working with children ages 2 - 18, as well as adults of all ages, in a wide range of settings. As a result I am well prepared to work with the entire family system to help clients find long lasting healing.
Daniel Haile
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
Daniel Haile is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and certificate of conflict resolution from Abilene Christian University. He also has a Youth Ministry degree from Harding University. Daniel seeks to provide confidential and affordable counseling to the surrounding community, guided by Christian values, professional services and quality counseling. He has experience in providing counseling for couples in crisis, families in crisis, and teens. Appointments are available on Saturdays. Services may be offered on a sliding-scale payment plan.
Daniel Haile is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and certificate of conflict resolution from Abilene Christian University. He also has a Youth Ministry degree from Harding University. Daniel seeks to provide confidential and affordable counseling to the surrounding community, guided by Christian values, professional services and quality counseling. He has experience in providing counseling for couples in crisis, families in crisis, and teens. Appointments are available on Saturdays. Services may be offered on a sliding-scale payment plan.
Paula Fowler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
I use the skills I have to work with each client as they request, such as, using Christian principles if so requested.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health world. I have live Tennessee for most of my life. I graduated from the University if Tennessee at Knoxville. I have spent a few years in Alaska and Oklahoma as well. I enjoy working with adults to help them become the best version of themselves.
I use the skills I have to work with each client as they request, such as, using Christian principles if so requested.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health world. I have live Tennessee for most of my life. I graduated from the University if Tennessee at Knoxville. I have spent a few years in Alaska and Oklahoma as well. I enjoy working with adults to help them become the best version of themselves.
Rebekah H Bragan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
Everyone occasionally gets in a rut or gets stuck from hurts or unhealthy habits. When it keeps you from living your best life and being your best self, taking the first step to get unstuck is sometimes the hardest. Life experience, personal crises, and various roles have given Rebekah a vast base from which to pull to help you maximize your God-given potential, overcome challenges, and celebrate the joys of life.
Everyone occasionally gets in a rut or gets stuck from hurts or unhealthy habits. When it keeps you from living your best life and being your best self, taking the first step to get unstuck is sometimes the hardest. Life experience, personal crises, and various roles have given Rebekah a vast base from which to pull to help you maximize your God-given potential, overcome challenges, and celebrate the joys of life.
Adam Luke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
Doris Santiago
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
I absolutely enjoy working with women of all backgrounds and cultures and am honored to serve the Hispanic community. My approach to counseling involves walking alongside my clients on their journey toward restoration and reconnecting with God. Counseling is an investment in the development of emotional intelligence, discovery of purpose, and identifying the core of maladaptive behaviors and cognitions. I am an expert in making people laugh; I have the love and peace of God in my heart.
I absolutely enjoy working with women of all backgrounds and cultures and am honored to serve the Hispanic community. My approach to counseling involves walking alongside my clients on their journey toward restoration and reconnecting with God. Counseling is an investment in the development of emotional intelligence, discovery of purpose, and identifying the core of maladaptive behaviors and cognitions. I am an expert in making people laugh; I have the love and peace of God in my heart.
Matt Speer
Counselor, MSMFT, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
Relationship is at the root of my work as a therapist. My goal is to establish trusting connections through empathy, humanness, acceptance, support and humor. I work with pre-teens, teens, adults, couples and families on relationship issues; I also offer treatment of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and self-esteem.
Relationship is at the root of my work as a therapist. My goal is to establish trusting connections through empathy, humanness, acceptance, support and humor. I work with pre-teens, teens, adults, couples and families on relationship issues; I also offer treatment of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and self-esteem.
The Wellness Collaborative, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
I honed my helping skills providing over a decade of individual, couple, and family counseling and working several years in the crisis intervention and crisis stabilization field in the states of California and Virginia. My experience and knowledge equips me to share with others as a marriage and family therapist, minister, coach, consultant and author, and allows me to facilitate positive change in peoples' lives. As a helper of people, I understand that we, human beings, express our greatest potential when we discover and remove the obstacles that hinder our capabilities.
I honed my helping skills providing over a decade of individual, couple, and family counseling and working several years in the crisis intervention and crisis stabilization field in the states of California and Virginia. My experience and knowledge equips me to share with others as a marriage and family therapist, minister, coach, consultant and author, and allows me to facilitate positive change in peoples' lives. As a helper of people, I understand that we, human beings, express our greatest potential when we discover and remove the obstacles that hinder our capabilities.
Dr. Sarah S Nunley
Marriage & Family Therapist, EDDCP, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
Dr Nunley is an addiction psychologist and licensed marriage family therapist. She works with private clients, interns needing clinical supervision and consults for organizations that serve people with trauma and mental health struggles. Trauma-focused treatment is utilized as well as other holistic methods to achieve optimal wellness. Other areas of treatment specialty include substance misuse, body wellness, depression, anxiety, sexual trauma and first responder/military therapy.
Dr Nunley is an addiction psychologist and licensed marriage family therapist. She works with private clients, interns needing clinical supervision and consults for organizations that serve people with trauma and mental health struggles. Trauma-focused treatment is utilized as well as other holistic methods to achieve optimal wellness. Other areas of treatment specialty include substance misuse, body wellness, depression, anxiety, sexual trauma and first responder/military therapy.
Sherry H Whiteside
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , MHSP
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
Most people simply want to be heard. They want to talk with a good friend about life's troubles. Being free to express feelings without the concern of hurting others makes difficult tasks easier. Life's greatest treasure is a good friend that you can trust with anything. I would like to be that someone who listens without judgment. It can't hurt to feel those emotions and speak them. However, it can hurt you to deny they exist and bottle them up. Been there, done that and should have a t shirt!
Most people simply want to be heard. They want to talk with a good friend about life's troubles. Being free to express feelings without the concern of hurting others makes difficult tasks easier. Life's greatest treasure is a good friend that you can trust with anything. I would like to be that someone who listens without judgment. It can't hurt to feel those emotions and speak them. However, it can hurt you to deny they exist and bottle them up. Been there, done that and should have a t shirt!
Christy Tunnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
My name is Christy Tunnell, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. My approach to therapy is one of open and honest communication between myself and my clients. I like to be direct but at the same time gentle. I also utilize humor in my approach when it is needed. My focus has always been helping whomever I am working with become the best versions of themselves.
My name is Christy Tunnell, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. My approach to therapy is one of open and honest communication between myself and my clients. I like to be direct but at the same time gentle. I also utilize humor in my approach when it is needed. My focus has always been helping whomever I am working with become the best versions of themselves.
Karas Leigh Foreso
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
It goes without saying that life can feel out of control at times. Many try to press on without help and no support. However, stress is like boiling water, when we put a lid on it, it boils harder. I am here to help you reduce the feeling of life being out of control or like you are about to boil over.
It goes without saying that life can feel out of control at times. Many try to press on without help and no support. However, stress is like boiling water, when we put a lid on it, it boils harder. I am here to help you reduce the feeling of life being out of control or like you are about to boil over.
Sandra Holt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
My name is Sandra Holt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in McMinnville, Tennessee, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Sandra Holt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in McMinnville, Tennessee, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Tammara Kamei
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
It is my mission to provide effective counseling that is authentic, empathetic and non-judgmental. Increasing awareness of mental health in the black community is a must. I am focused on addressing the impact of primary an secondary trauma in black communities, so that those in need of support know they are not alone. As a supervisor I am also Currently providing supervision to those seeking licensure as a professional counselor.
It is my mission to provide effective counseling that is authentic, empathetic and non-judgmental. Increasing awareness of mental health in the black community is a must. I am focused on addressing the impact of primary an secondary trauma in black communities, so that those in need of support know they are not alone. As a supervisor I am also Currently providing supervision to those seeking licensure as a professional counselor.
Being Balanced Psychological Services PLLC
Psychologist, MS LMFT, PhD LP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
Discovering the intricacies of the human brain can be a fascinating journey, one that is as personal as it is profound. As a clinical neuropsychologist, I am deeply committed to guiding you through this journey with care and expertise. My practice is a safe harbor for those who seek to understand the marvels and mysteries of their own minds. I understand that each brain is as unique as the person to which it belongs. This is why I offer personalized neuropsychological evaluations—a process where we work together to uncover the specific ways your brain works. These evaluations are like a detailed map; they show us not only the areas
Discovering the intricacies of the human brain can be a fascinating journey, one that is as personal as it is profound. As a clinical neuropsychologist, I am deeply committed to guiding you through this journey with care and expertise. My practice is a safe harbor for those who seek to understand the marvels and mysteries of their own minds. I understand that each brain is as unique as the person to which it belongs. This is why I offer personalized neuropsychological evaluations—a process where we work together to uncover the specific ways your brain works. These evaluations are like a detailed map; they show us not only the areas
Brian Gregory
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
As we experience life and recount its events, we use stories. Often the problems we encounter and the stories we use to describe our life, become so entangled it is hard to separate ourselves from it all. Through therapy, it is my job to help you clearly see were you begin and the problems end, while empowering you to tell the story you want.
As we experience life and recount its events, we use stories. Often the problems we encounter and the stories we use to describe our life, become so entangled it is hard to separate ourselves from it all. Through therapy, it is my job to help you clearly see were you begin and the problems end, while empowering you to tell the story you want.
Brandon Timothy Antoskow
Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
Do you feel like you've gotten lost on your journey towards a fulfilling, meaningful life? It takes courage to seek help, and I am grateful that you have taken the first step towards a better life. I believe that every moment filled with doubt, anxiety or pressure can be used as a catalyst for a fresh start. Your road to optimal mental health begins the minute you commit to change, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Do you feel like you've gotten lost on your journey towards a fulfilling, meaningful life? It takes courage to seek help, and I am grateful that you have taken the first step towards a better life. I believe that every moment filled with doubt, anxiety or pressure can be used as a catalyst for a fresh start. Your road to optimal mental health begins the minute you commit to change, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Jamie Haigh
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
I am passionate about creating a safe space where clients can engage with their stories. I believe that engaging with the particularities of our stories illuminates the path toward healing. I combine a strengths-based approach from solution-focused therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy and experiential therapy based on the needs of the client. I work with clients aged 13 and up, and I work with both men and women. I am passionate about working with individuals battling addiction, depression, anxiety, broken relationships, and engaging with their emotions for the first time.
I am passionate about creating a safe space where clients can engage with their stories. I believe that engaging with the particularities of our stories illuminates the path toward healing. I combine a strengths-based approach from solution-focused therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy and experiential therapy based on the needs of the client. I work with clients aged 13 and up, and I work with both men and women. I am passionate about working with individuals battling addiction, depression, anxiety, broken relationships, and engaging with their emotions for the first time.
Scott Utter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
Thank you for taking a moment to visit my page! I am passionate about working with clients to create collaborative and therapeutic relationships. I am honored to meet individuals and couples with compassion in a space that cultivates hope and restoration.
Thank you for taking a moment to visit my page! I am passionate about working with clients to create collaborative and therapeutic relationships. I am honored to meet individuals and couples with compassion in a space that cultivates hope and restoration.
Nina Boshers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
My primary clinical focus is helping women navigate the many challenges that they face in their various roles as moms, wives, friends, professionals, etc. I have recently completed a certification in Perinatal Mental Health, specializing in mood and anxiety disorders during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Areas of focus in our work together may include exploring issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, prenatal/postpartum adjustment, grief/loss, marital stressors, divorce adjustment, spirituality and boundaries in relationships.
My primary clinical focus is helping women navigate the many challenges that they face in their various roles as moms, wives, friends, professionals, etc. I have recently completed a certification in Perinatal Mental Health, specializing in mood and anxiety disorders during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Areas of focus in our work together may include exploring issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, prenatal/postpartum adjustment, grief/loss, marital stressors, divorce adjustment, spirituality and boundaries in relationships.
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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.