Christian Therapists in Buena Vista County, IA
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or other struggles in your life? Maybe you avoid these feelings by stuffing your emotions down or distracting yourself with activities that ultimately don’t fix anything. Avoidance feels good now, but we know deep down it won’t bring the relief that we are craving. What you need is someone who is safe to talk to and who seeks to understand you. That will make a tremendous difference in your ability to cope and experience life with the joy, contentment, and purpose you are desiring.
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or other struggles in your life? Maybe you avoid these feelings by stuffing your emotions down or distracting yourself with activities that ultimately don’t fix anything. Avoidance feels good now, but we know deep down it won’t bring the relief that we are craving. What you need is someone who is safe to talk to and who seeks to understand you. That will make a tremendous difference in your ability to cope and experience life with the joy, contentment, and purpose you are desiring.
We all have stories to tell, my role is to help you feel empowered to come into contact with your internal and external environments to share yours. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor and Certified EMDR Therapist. I believe in the power of healing through connection. I feel this is what makes the therapeutic process so wonderful—creating a space of safety and trust for you to grow and heal in sharing your story and working through some of the most vulnerable parts of your life. Let's work together to help you re-write your story and create a narrative which truly represents you.
We all have stories to tell, my role is to help you feel empowered to come into contact with your internal and external environments to share yours. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor and Certified EMDR Therapist. I believe in the power of healing through connection. I feel this is what makes the therapeutic process so wonderful—creating a space of safety and trust for you to grow and heal in sharing your story and working through some of the most vulnerable parts of your life. Let's work together to help you re-write your story and create a narrative which truly represents you.
Feeling stuck or unsure about your next steps? Life’s transitions can shake your sense of stability and direction. My role is to help you find clarity, regain confidence, and feel more in control of your path forward. Together, we’ll navigate challenges, uncover new perspectives, and build the tools you need to create meaningful change.
I use an integrative approach tailored to your unique needs—drawing from several therapeutic methods to help you develop greater self-acceptance, shift negative thinking patterns, practice healthier coping strategies, set realistic goals and follow through, improve problem-solving and decision-making
Feeling stuck or unsure about your next steps? Life’s transitions can shake your sense of stability and direction. My role is to help you find clarity, regain confidence, and feel more in control of your path forward. Together, we’ll navigate challenges, uncover new perspectives, and build the tools you need to create meaningful change.
I use an integrative approach tailored to your unique needs—drawing from several therapeutic methods to help you develop greater self-acceptance, shift negative thinking patterns, practice healthier coping strategies, set realistic goals and follow through, improve problem-solving and decision-making
If you are reading this, you are most likely considering getting in touch with a therapist. Regardless of the reason or reasons, I believe that it is important for you to recognize and honor your strength in reaching this point. I know that it can be difficult to ask for help, but if you are ready, I am here. Creating an environment that is judgment-free and unwaveringly supportive is exceptionally important to me. My desire is to work with clients who feel that there is something preventing them from living their best and most fulfilling life.
If you are reading this, you are most likely considering getting in touch with a therapist. Regardless of the reason or reasons, I believe that it is important for you to recognize and honor your strength in reaching this point. I know that it can be difficult to ask for help, but if you are ready, I am here. Creating an environment that is judgment-free and unwaveringly supportive is exceptionally important to me. My desire is to work with clients who feel that there is something preventing them from living their best and most fulfilling life.
I love to work with all kinds of people who are going through all walks of life. My approach is through authenticity, I am myself and I want all of my clients to discover their true self as well. Therapy can benefit anyone as long as they are ready to make some changes so lets make them together!
I love to work with all kinds of people who are going through all walks of life. My approach is through authenticity, I am myself and I want all of my clients to discover their true self as well. Therapy can benefit anyone as long as they are ready to make some changes so lets make them together!
I’m a culturally responsive clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience supporting immigrants, underrepresented adults, and children of immigrants as they navigate some of life’s most difficult moments. I help clients work through anxiety (including generalized, social, and panic), depression, grief that feels hard to move through, substance use concerns, and relationship challenges like codependency, communication struggles, and healing after betrayal. Together, we focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and supported in your daily life.
I’m a culturally responsive clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience supporting immigrants, underrepresented adults, and children of immigrants as they navigate some of life’s most difficult moments. I help clients work through anxiety (including generalized, social, and panic), depression, grief that feels hard to move through, substance use concerns, and relationship challenges like codependency, communication struggles, and healing after betrayal. Together, we focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and supported in your daily life.
Life can bring many challenges, struggles, and difficult times. All of us have had seasons when we felt stuck and hopeless and in need of a starting point for healing and recovery. Very often, the past is present in disruptive ways, making it difficult to enjoy the moment or causing damage to our relationships. Sometimes worries can become consuming and we find ourselves simply surviving, instead of thriving. My passion is to walk alongside you, offering evidence-based treatment approaches, as you discover and embrace the life you want to live.
Life can bring many challenges, struggles, and difficult times. All of us have had seasons when we felt stuck and hopeless and in need of a starting point for healing and recovery. Very often, the past is present in disruptive ways, making it difficult to enjoy the moment or causing damage to our relationships. Sometimes worries can become consuming and we find ourselves simply surviving, instead of thriving. My passion is to walk alongside you, offering evidence-based treatment approaches, as you discover and embrace the life you want to live.
What would your ideal life look and feel like? It’s different from your current life, isn’t it? Sometimes its hard to imagine how life can ever be different... I’ll bet what you dream about in your ideal life are basic things: sleeping better, setting healthy boundaries, getting away from toxic people. Not feeling anxious or depressed. You dream about feeling strong, confident, and at peace. Most of all you long to feel safe and at home in your own skin. So what is keeping you from making your life into that ideal?
What would your ideal life look and feel like? It’s different from your current life, isn’t it? Sometimes its hard to imagine how life can ever be different... I’ll bet what you dream about in your ideal life are basic things: sleeping better, setting healthy boundaries, getting away from toxic people. Not feeling anxious or depressed. You dream about feeling strong, confident, and at peace. Most of all you long to feel safe and at home in your own skin. So what is keeping you from making your life into that ideal?
Online Therapists
I am a trauma-informed therapist with a Christian worldview.
I believe unresolved pain from your past can get in the way of a healthy relationship with yourself, others, and God. If a client chooses, I work from a faith-based perspective and can help my clients integrate faith into their healing. You do not have to be a person of faith to work to work with me.
I am a trauma-informed therapist with a Christian worldview.
I believe unresolved pain from your past can get in the way of a healthy relationship with yourself, others, and God. If a client chooses, I work from a faith-based perspective and can help my clients integrate faith into their healing. You do not have to be a person of faith to work to work with me.
When desired, I integrate Christian faith to support healing, clarity, and a deeper sense of purpose and self in a way that honors each person’s journey
My ideal patient is an adolescent or adult navigating anxiety, trauma, OCD, mood challenges, or identity concerns. Many feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand and want deeper insight into how their past, relationships, and inner conflicts shape their present. Some are also exploring questions of faith or spiritual identity. I offer a depth-oriented, faith-friendly space for clients seeking more than symptom relief—lasting growth, emotional clarity, and a stronger, more grounded sense of self. They’re ready to do meaningful work and want a therapist who can hold both clinical complexity and human nuance.
When desired, I integrate Christian faith to support healing, clarity, and a deeper sense of purpose and self in a way that honors each person’s journey
My ideal patient is an adolescent or adult navigating anxiety, trauma, OCD, mood challenges, or identity concerns. Many feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand and want deeper insight into how their past, relationships, and inner conflicts shape their present. Some are also exploring questions of faith or spiritual identity. I offer a depth-oriented, faith-friendly space for clients seeking more than symptom relief—lasting growth, emotional clarity, and a stronger, more grounded sense of self. They’re ready to do meaningful work and want a therapist who can hold both clinical complexity and human nuance.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Life can be challenging, especially when navigating the complexities of autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or relationship struggles. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, develop new coping strategies, and create meaningful change.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Life can be challenging, especially when navigating the complexities of autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or relationship struggles. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, develop new coping strategies, and create meaningful change.
I serve individuals of all backgrounds, especially for those seeking a spiritually safe harbor where clinical excellence meets deep respect of the Catholic Church.
Faith-integrated care informed by EMDR, DBT, IFS, PCIT, TF-CBT and more. 20+ years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and marriage therapy. I treat compulsive behaviors and chronic disorders with clinical excellence. Member of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association, serving all Iowa via telehealth and Ames area in-person.
I serve individuals of all backgrounds, especially for those seeking a spiritually safe harbor where clinical excellence meets deep respect of the Catholic Church.
Faith-integrated care informed by EMDR, DBT, IFS, PCIT, TF-CBT and more. 20+ years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and marriage therapy. I treat compulsive behaviors and chronic disorders with clinical excellence. Member of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association, serving all Iowa via telehealth and Ames area in-person.
I specialize in Christian Counseling and Art Therapy via telehealth.
Corporate or government crisis? Are you having a conflict with your mental health or faith? Do you struggle to stay satisfied in your marriage or content with your career? Is it difficult to stay motivated, feel happy, or be comfortable with your body image? Did someone important in your life leave or pass away? Maybe you already have a strong community to speak with, but you fear what they may think if you really opened up. These are common thoughts and feelings addressed in our time together. You are not alone. I am licensed in BOTH South Dakota & Iowa!
I specialize in Christian Counseling and Art Therapy via telehealth.
Corporate or government crisis? Are you having a conflict with your mental health or faith? Do you struggle to stay satisfied in your marriage or content with your career? Is it difficult to stay motivated, feel happy, or be comfortable with your body image? Did someone important in your life leave or pass away? Maybe you already have a strong community to speak with, but you fear what they may think if you really opened up. These are common thoughts and feelings addressed in our time together. You are not alone. I am licensed in BOTH South Dakota & Iowa!
Do you feel constantly anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted. Perhaps your mind won’t stop racing, relationships feel difficult, or you’re tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns. Many of the people I work with look like they’re managing life on the outside—but inside they feel stressed, disconnected, or unsure how to move. Therapy can help you understand what’s going on beneath the surface and begin making meaningful changes.
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, make sense of what you're experiencing, and apply practical tools that work.
Do you feel constantly anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted. Perhaps your mind won’t stop racing, relationships feel difficult, or you’re tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns. Many of the people I work with look like they’re managing life on the outside—but inside they feel stressed, disconnected, or unsure how to move. Therapy can help you understand what’s going on beneath the surface and begin making meaningful changes.
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, make sense of what you're experiencing, and apply practical tools that work.
I enjoy assisting each client find his or her individual strengths with a holistic approach to counseling focusing on the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual welfare of each client. I use a person-centered approach where each client and I collaborate to develop a plan to address individual counseling needs in a supportive environment.
I enjoy assisting each client find his or her individual strengths with a holistic approach to counseling focusing on the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual welfare of each client. I use a person-centered approach where each client and I collaborate to develop a plan to address individual counseling needs in a supportive environment.
I am passionate about helping people deal with ongoing emotional struggles that they just can't seem to get past. Clients that are willing to engage the hard work of personal development by immersing themselves in the therapeutic process are my most rewarding clients with which to work. I really excel when I enter my role as a wisdom guide and help you discover your own wisdom from within.
I am passionate about helping people deal with ongoing emotional struggles that they just can't seem to get past. Clients that are willing to engage the hard work of personal development by immersing themselves in the therapeutic process are my most rewarding clients with which to work. I really excel when I enter my role as a wisdom guide and help you discover your own wisdom from within.
I enjoy using my knowledge of human development and family systems to serve my clients' unique needs. In addition, my experience with children, adults and families helps to cultivate an environment of growth for my clients. I give unconditional regard to all of my clients, and walk with them on their individual journeys. Personal growth can sometimes be uncomfortable, but I assure you, you do not have to experience it alone. Going through discomfort is part of the growth process, and you will be stronger because of it! My hope is that each person I work with will gain insight from guided self-exploration and goal setting.
I enjoy using my knowledge of human development and family systems to serve my clients' unique needs. In addition, my experience with children, adults and families helps to cultivate an environment of growth for my clients. I give unconditional regard to all of my clients, and walk with them on their individual journeys. Personal growth can sometimes be uncomfortable, but I assure you, you do not have to experience it alone. Going through discomfort is part of the growth process, and you will be stronger because of it! My hope is that each person I work with will gain insight from guided self-exploration and goal setting.
Life can feel overwhelming—for you or your child—and it’s not always clear where to start. Maybe your child is struggling with anxiety, big emotions, or behavior that doesn’t make sense. Maybe you feel stuck or exhausted, carrying experiences that still feel heavy. You don’t have to do this alone. I offer a calm, supportive space where we gently understand what’s underneath and work toward lasting change. Together, we look at both what’s happening now and the deeper “why,” so healing feels meaningful, not temporary.
Life can feel overwhelming—for you or your child—and it’s not always clear where to start. Maybe your child is struggling with anxiety, big emotions, or behavior that doesn’t make sense. Maybe you feel stuck or exhausted, carrying experiences that still feel heavy. You don’t have to do this alone. I offer a calm, supportive space where we gently understand what’s underneath and work toward lasting change. Together, we look at both what’s happening now and the deeper “why,” so healing feels meaningful, not temporary.
You are learning to adapt to life’s constant changes and transitions. Maybe it’s adjusting to college. Maybe you are beyond that and navigating your career. Maybe there are wedding bells in your future or starting your own family. Or maybe you were diagnosed with neurodivergence as an adult. You want to be happy, adaptive and thriving. Let's make that happen.
You are learning to adapt to life’s constant changes and transitions. Maybe it’s adjusting to college. Maybe you are beyond that and navigating your career. Maybe there are wedding bells in your future or starting your own family. Or maybe you were diagnosed with neurodivergence as an adult. You want to be happy, adaptive and thriving. Let's make that happen.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, behavioral addictions, family conflict, high stress levels, ADHD, pornography, body shame, problems at school, communication or other problems with your partner or spouse, parenting your teens, struggling with adjusting to new life changes, getting along with others in your interpersonal relationships, or are you just feeling stuck and can't explain it?
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, behavioral addictions, family conflict, high stress levels, ADHD, pornography, body shame, problems at school, communication or other problems with your partner or spouse, parenting your teens, struggling with adjusting to new life changes, getting along with others in your interpersonal relationships, or are you just feeling stuck and can't explain it?
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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.