Christian Therapists in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA
Jordan Zollinger
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98433
I remember when I showed up to my first counseling appointment as a client. I was nervous, embarrassed, and feeling defeated. In that moment, my physical body carried those emotions in that it felt on edge, almost willing me to get up and leave the counseling center. I also remember the connection I made with my counselor during that first session, and how I knew that is what I needed for that season of life. I understand that for most clients, showing up to their first (or second, or fiftieth..) counseling appointment is terrifying. For many, it feels like they don’t know where else to go, what to do, or who to turn to.
I remember when I showed up to my first counseling appointment as a client. I was nervous, embarrassed, and feeling defeated. In that moment, my physical body carried those emotions in that it felt on edge, almost willing me to get up and leave the counseling center. I also remember the connection I made with my counselor during that first session, and how I knew that is what I needed for that season of life. I understand that for most clients, showing up to their first (or second, or fiftieth..) counseling appointment is terrifying. For many, it feels like they don’t know where else to go, what to do, or who to turn to.
SpeakLifeHealUp/Tanisha Medina
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98433
Not accepting new clients
*Not Accepting New Clients* I am the founder of SpeakLifeHealUp Counseling Services. My therapeutic approach is centered around my belief that we deserve to be heard and understood. Reaching out for help takes incredible courage and is one of the bravest things that you can do. My passion is to empower and equip individuals and couples experiencing invisible emotional wounds to heal themselves, build better relationships while strengthening connections and navigate through life challenges. You will discover your inner worth, love and acceptance. You have the power within yourself to do the work and awaken to your best-kept self!
*Not Accepting New Clients* I am the founder of SpeakLifeHealUp Counseling Services. My therapeutic approach is centered around my belief that we deserve to be heard and understood. Reaching out for help takes incredible courage and is one of the bravest things that you can do. My passion is to empower and equip individuals and couples experiencing invisible emotional wounds to heal themselves, build better relationships while strengthening connections and navigate through life challenges. You will discover your inner worth, love and acceptance. You have the power within yourself to do the work and awaken to your best-kept self!
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Luke Thao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, WA 98409 (Online Only)
Growing up Hmong-American (second generation), gay, and Christian (nondenominational, pastor’s kid), I can appreciate the intersectional experience of navigating multiple and competing identities.
I especially enjoy working with those interested in exploring: socialized masculinity and sexuality (e.g. regulating sexual behaviors / OCSB-informed, desire discrepancy, body image, values and beliefs...), the specific interaction of faith/spirituality and sexuality (e.g. shame, trauma...), intersectional identity work (i.e. our complex and interacting layers as people), surviving dating, navigating life transitions, and living with anxiety (e.g. social, highly sensitive person...) and depression.
Growing up Hmong-American (second generation), gay, and Christian (nondenominational, pastor’s kid), I can appreciate the intersectional experience of navigating multiple and competing identities.
I especially enjoy working with those interested in exploring: socialized masculinity and sexuality (e.g. regulating sexual behaviors / OCSB-informed, desire discrepancy, body image, values and beliefs...), the specific interaction of faith/spirituality and sexuality (e.g. shame, trauma...), intersectional identity work (i.e. our complex and interacting layers as people), surviving dating, navigating life transitions, and living with anxiety (e.g. social, highly sensitive person...) and depression.
Joshua Lennox
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98444
My approach to counseling is rooted in the tradition of Christian Pastoral Care and integrates spiritual traditions with contemporary psychotherapy and social sciences.
Hello. My name is Joshua Lennox, of Northwest Pastoral Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving South Tacoma, and surrounding areas. I realize that if you are reading this there is most likely something painful, or difficult in your life. Maybe it is: depression, infidelity, anxiety, relationship problems, the loss of someone or something, a struggling child, spiritual issues, infertility, or any of the other many issues we as humans sometimes experience. I'm here to tell you that there is hope. I look forward to meeting with you to assist you with the situations you are currently facing.
My approach to counseling is rooted in the tradition of Christian Pastoral Care and integrates spiritual traditions with contemporary psychotherapy and social sciences.
Hello. My name is Joshua Lennox, of Northwest Pastoral Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving South Tacoma, and surrounding areas. I realize that if you are reading this there is most likely something painful, or difficult in your life. Maybe it is: depression, infidelity, anxiety, relationship problems, the loss of someone or something, a struggling child, spiritual issues, infertility, or any of the other many issues we as humans sometimes experience. I'm here to tell you that there is hope. I look forward to meeting with you to assist you with the situations you are currently facing.
Sandra Golling, LovedAlive Christian Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Lakewood, WA 98499
As a Christian counselor, I will assist you to connect with God as the Source of Life who enables you to love others well.
Hello, my name is Sandra Golling, owner of LovedAlive Counseling. We all face challenges as we seek to grow and thrive in our life and relationships. When people are experiencing conflict, wounds, losses, or find themselves stuck in a particular life transition, therapy helps navigate these challenges. Wounds and losses in life often lead to relational difficulties and low self-esteem. Therapy can assist in the grieving process leading to resolution and peace. New ways of relating can be identified and practiced leading to healthier and more satisfying relationships.
As a Christian counselor, I will assist you to connect with God as the Source of Life who enables you to love others well.
Hello, my name is Sandra Golling, owner of LovedAlive Counseling. We all face challenges as we seek to grow and thrive in our life and relationships. When people are experiencing conflict, wounds, losses, or find themselves stuck in a particular life transition, therapy helps navigate these challenges. Wounds and losses in life often lead to relational difficulties and low self-esteem. Therapy can assist in the grieving process leading to resolution and peace. New ways of relating can be identified and practiced leading to healthier and more satisfying relationships.
Andrew Cole
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
University Place, WA 98466
Accepting new patients April 2024! Hi, I am Andrew and I enjoy working with men and women on needs such as anxiety and depression, anger management, communication, relationship issues and codependency, addiction, and much more. I specialty training and interest in the areas of healing trauma, grief and loss, and reproductive trauma (post-miscarriage, abortion and infertility). I can provide a Christian -faith based approach to counseling if desired, however I am available for clients with all beliefs and backgrounds.
Accepting new patients April 2024! Hi, I am Andrew and I enjoy working with men and women on needs such as anxiety and depression, anger management, communication, relationship issues and codependency, addiction, and much more. I specialty training and interest in the areas of healing trauma, grief and loss, and reproductive trauma (post-miscarriage, abortion and infertility). I can provide a Christian -faith based approach to counseling if desired, however I am available for clients with all beliefs and backgrounds.
Michelle Johnson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
University Place, WA 98466
Currently Accepting new patients March 2024! We are a small group practice and offer individual and couple's services to men and women ages 18 and above. Our team can provide support for issues such as trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, relationship skills, codependency, recovering from narcissistic abuse, work stress, communication and much more. For patients who desire to involve their faith into their therapy work we can also provide this service from a Christian/biblical worldview, although we are available to patients of all belief systems.
Currently Accepting new patients March 2024! We are a small group practice and offer individual and couple's services to men and women ages 18 and above. Our team can provide support for issues such as trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, relationship skills, codependency, recovering from narcissistic abuse, work stress, communication and much more. For patients who desire to involve their faith into their therapy work we can also provide this service from a Christian/biblical worldview, although we are available to patients of all belief systems.
Rebekah McNulty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466 (Online Only)
I also specialize in Christian counseling.
Is your life in turmoil? Difficult relationships? Feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Allow me to walk beside you through your current struggles or past difficulties and provide you with tools and insight that can challenge areas blocking you from feeling satisfied with some or all areas of your life. Therapy is a relationship where you can express how you feel openly and honestly without fear. I want to hear your story so I can have a better understanding of your world through your eyes.
I also specialize in Christian counseling.
Is your life in turmoil? Difficult relationships? Feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Allow me to walk beside you through your current struggles or past difficulties and provide you with tools and insight that can challenge areas blocking you from feeling satisfied with some or all areas of your life. Therapy is a relationship where you can express how you feel openly and honestly without fear. I want to hear your story so I can have a better understanding of your world through your eyes.
Yolanda Villegas
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
University Place, WA 98466
I also provide Christian counseling for those who would like to integrate their beliefs into their healing process.
My desire is to help you resolve issues that are having a negative effect on your life. These can be issues related to relationships, family, work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and parenting. As a Latina, I am aware of cultural barriers, and I would like to help you overcome those barriers.
I also provide Christian counseling for those who would like to integrate their beliefs into their healing process.
My desire is to help you resolve issues that are having a negative effect on your life. These can be issues related to relationships, family, work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and parenting. As a Latina, I am aware of cultural barriers, and I would like to help you overcome those barriers.
Tom Mulhern
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, WA 98499
I love to help people grow! This has been a central theme in the different chapters of my life. I am a seasoned counselor with over 30 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families and churches. I am a Christian counselor with an MA in Biblical Counseling from Grace Theological Seminary, a BS in Mathematics from the US Air Force Academy, studied Family Systems at Texas Woman’s University. I served as a pilot in the US Air Force, I served as a field representative for the Navigators, a worldwide Christian organization. I served as a staff counselor at Dallas Theological Seminary before coming to the NW in 1990.
I love to help people grow! This has been a central theme in the different chapters of my life. I am a seasoned counselor with over 30 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families and churches. I am a Christian counselor with an MA in Biblical Counseling from Grace Theological Seminary, a BS in Mathematics from the US Air Force Academy, studied Family Systems at Texas Woman’s University. I served as a pilot in the US Air Force, I served as a field representative for the Navigators, a worldwide Christian organization. I served as a staff counselor at Dallas Theological Seminary before coming to the NW in 1990.
The Lord Who Heals Christian Therapy
Not Verified Not Verified
Parkland, WA 98444 (Online Only)
Chris Cline, MA, has her Master's in Counseling and received her degrees from Regis University and Colorado Christian University. She has been working with children, teenagers, families, couples and individuals on topics of addictions, depression, sexual abuse, adoption, abandonment, attachment issues, domestic violence, wrestling with your relationship with God, trauma experienced while in the womb, gender identity, post traumatic stress disorder and conversion disorder. She has led groups on anger management, domestic violence, children of divorce, thinking errors, adolescent relationships and the masks we wear.
Chris Cline, MA, has her Master's in Counseling and received her degrees from Regis University and Colorado Christian University. She has been working with children, teenagers, families, couples and individuals on topics of addictions, depression, sexual abuse, adoption, abandonment, attachment issues, domestic violence, wrestling with your relationship with God, trauma experienced while in the womb, gender identity, post traumatic stress disorder and conversion disorder. She has led groups on anger management, domestic violence, children of divorce, thinking errors, adolescent relationships and the masks we wear.
Richard W. Solitaire
Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC, CMHS, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98409
As an African-American male providing therapy since 2007, I bring a multicultural perspective that has enabled me to work effectively with a wide range of clients. I'm a licensed mental health therapist who mainly works from a Cognitive Behavioral and Humanistic Therapeutic approach to help address many issues in counseling. My belief is that people and families experience different problems and need help to navigate through them by addressing their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships with others. Washington State Approved LICENSED CLINICAL SUPERVISOR.
As an African-American male providing therapy since 2007, I bring a multicultural perspective that has enabled me to work effectively with a wide range of clients. I'm a licensed mental health therapist who mainly works from a Cognitive Behavioral and Humanistic Therapeutic approach to help address many issues in counseling. My belief is that people and families experience different problems and need help to navigate through them by addressing their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships with others. Washington State Approved LICENSED CLINICAL SUPERVISOR.
Robyn Crout
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakewood, WA 98499
You want to be happy and free, but you keep repeating the same patterns over and over. You can't shake the feeling that you aren't good enough or that you caused the trauma to happen. If these statements describe you, then you might consider EMDR. This psychotherapy can relieve trauma symptoms on a deep, nervous system level and can neutralize the negative beliefs you're holding about yourself. Once you are free of the negative beliefs, EMDR is then used to help you believe something positive about yourself. I have used EMDR with dozens of clients and I love seeing the ways they grow and heal!
You want to be happy and free, but you keep repeating the same patterns over and over. You can't shake the feeling that you aren't good enough or that you caused the trauma to happen. If these statements describe you, then you might consider EMDR. This psychotherapy can relieve trauma symptoms on a deep, nervous system level and can neutralize the negative beliefs you're holding about yourself. Once you are free of the negative beliefs, EMDR is then used to help you believe something positive about yourself. I have used EMDR with dozens of clients and I love seeing the ways they grow and heal!
Kristin Sweet Fischer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
I provide a supportive environment for individuals and couples to practice skills designed to enhance personal, relational, and professional satisfaction. My office is a safe confidential place to process life. I help individuals manage mental health and reduce need for prescriptions by incorporating research based practices. Learning tools to reduce anxiety, depression and PTSD due to trauma. Additionally, I am familiar with the challenges of military families and first responders. The unique cultural challenges of these groups and how therapy can help normalize and reduce mental distress for families and individuals.
I provide a supportive environment for individuals and couples to practice skills designed to enhance personal, relational, and professional satisfaction. My office is a safe confidential place to process life. I help individuals manage mental health and reduce need for prescriptions by incorporating research based practices. Learning tools to reduce anxiety, depression and PTSD due to trauma. Additionally, I am familiar with the challenges of military families and first responders. The unique cultural challenges of these groups and how therapy can help normalize and reduce mental distress for families and individuals.
Building Bridges Therapeutic Services, PLLC
Counselor, PhD, LMFTA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakewood, WA 98409 (Online Only)
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. I respond to emails within the initial 24 hrs. My therapeutic approach is centered around my belief that you deserve to be heard and understood. My passion is to empower and equip individuals and families experiencing invisible emotional wounds to heal themselves, build better relationships while strengthening connections and navigate through life challenges. You will discover your inner worth, love and acceptance. You have the power within yourself to do the work and awaken to your best-kept self! You are VALUABLE and deserve to have an opportunity to take care of your inner self.
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. I respond to emails within the initial 24 hrs. My therapeutic approach is centered around my belief that you deserve to be heard and understood. My passion is to empower and equip individuals and families experiencing invisible emotional wounds to heal themselves, build better relationships while strengthening connections and navigate through life challenges. You will discover your inner worth, love and acceptance. You have the power within yourself to do the work and awaken to your best-kept self! You are VALUABLE and deserve to have an opportunity to take care of your inner self.
Jenifer Nazarowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CMC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98444 (Online Only)
I take a ‘client-centered’ approach to therapy and believe therapy is a partnership between the client and the therapist. I take the time to build a trusting, mutually-respectful client/therapist relationship. I provide guidance and support for clients to reach their full potential and make their own choices based on what is best for them. I strive to honor God in all that I do, which includes helping his children along life’s journey. I incorporate spiritual themes, tailored to the client’s personal belief system.
I take a ‘client-centered’ approach to therapy and believe therapy is a partnership between the client and the therapist. I take the time to build a trusting, mutually-respectful client/therapist relationship. I provide guidance and support for clients to reach their full potential and make their own choices based on what is best for them. I strive to honor God in all that I do, which includes helping his children along life’s journey. I incorporate spiritual themes, tailored to the client’s personal belief system.
Shenika Williams- Integrated Family Medicine
MSN, ARNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98408
I am a medication prescriber & Ketamine treatment Provider. Exceptional care is provided to clients struggling with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorder, PTSD and Schizophrenia - their mental health, in need of a listening, non judgmental, empathetic, compassionate, supportive prescribing provider with whom they can build a lasting rapport with and who helps them achieve positive life experiences and outcomes. I offer Ketamine Therapy, management of chronic psychiatric and medically complex conditions with and without the utilization of medication.
I am a medication prescriber & Ketamine treatment Provider. Exceptional care is provided to clients struggling with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Mood Disorder, PTSD and Schizophrenia - their mental health, in need of a listening, non judgmental, empathetic, compassionate, supportive prescribing provider with whom they can build a lasting rapport with and who helps them achieve positive life experiences and outcomes. I offer Ketamine Therapy, management of chronic psychiatric and medically complex conditions with and without the utilization of medication.
Robin L Pellerin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, LMHCA, CGP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Spanaway, WA 98387
When life gets messy, we can feel lost and disconnected not only from others but from ourselves. Are you struggling with a loss in your life? A family member or friend? A divorce? A relationship? Or yourself? As a certified grief professional, mental health counselor associate, marriage and family therapist associate, and first responder therapist, I have spent 5 years supporting military members, their families, and veterans who are working through one of life's most challenging journey's and the complex emotions that accompany them. My hope is to provide a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental space to process these emotions.
When life gets messy, we can feel lost and disconnected not only from others but from ourselves. Are you struggling with a loss in your life? A family member or friend? A divorce? A relationship? Or yourself? As a certified grief professional, mental health counselor associate, marriage and family therapist associate, and first responder therapist, I have spent 5 years supporting military members, their families, and veterans who are working through one of life's most challenging journey's and the complex emotions that accompany them. My hope is to provide a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental space to process these emotions.
Sadler-Bridges Wellness Group
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LMHC, CCST-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98466
Now accepting new clients! It is an honor and a privilege to journey alongside you as we work towards understanding the barriers that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I work to create an authentically safe space where you can explore life's obstacles that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I am here to support you as you journey towards living the life you desire to live.
Now accepting new clients! It is an honor and a privilege to journey alongside you as we work towards understanding the barriers that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I work to create an authentically safe space where you can explore life's obstacles that are preventing you from meeting your goals. I am here to support you as you journey towards living the life you desire to live.
Patty Swanson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, WA 98499 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Telehealth/virtual counseling only. I am open: Monday, Tuesday all day. I make time for businesses needing a Critical Incident Stress Management specialist for a traumatic situation in the workplace. I supervise therapists seeking supervision hours for full licensure, and I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and Washington state approved supervisor. I help those with relationship issues or adjustments such as divorce, a move in career or home location, losses or kids growing up and leaving home, or struggling to navigate and adjust to chronic illness, and grief and loss, just to name a few topics.
Telehealth/virtual counseling only. I am open: Monday, Tuesday all day. I make time for businesses needing a Critical Incident Stress Management specialist for a traumatic situation in the workplace. I supervise therapists seeking supervision hours for full licensure, and I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and Washington state approved supervisor. I help those with relationship issues or adjustments such as divorce, a move in career or home location, losses or kids growing up and leaving home, or struggling to navigate and adjust to chronic illness, and grief and loss, just to name a few topics.
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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.