Christian Therapists in Indianapolis, IN

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Syreeta D Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I am a Christian licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP).
Are you someone who is suffering from a traumatic experience or grieving the loss of a love one? Are you tired of feeling isolated and alone as if no one understands what you are going through? I understand that life will throw you some nasty storms and we can sometimes get very lost in these. Allow me to help you through your storms and prepare you for better days.
(317) 458-9300
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Indianapolis, IN 46235
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Marcia Compton
Counselor, DMin, LMHC, LAC
Verified
Verified
I will honor your Christian worldview.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(317) 548-3604
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Indianapolis, IN 46214
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Jessalyn Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
Making the decision to seek out help can be intimidating and scary, but I come alongside you and help you to discover or rediscover your strengths to heal and grow. I specialize in working with teens, families, adults, and couples towards their goals, using evidence-based treatment approaches that are tailored to their individual needs. I can also incorporate Christian faith for those who would like to integrate faith into their counseling experience.
(463) 946-4821
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Indianapolis, IN 46250
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Cheryl Hickman
MA, PC
During my college studies I was able to take several courses on couples and marital relationships and have worked with those individuals in the Christian and secular setting over the years.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, and not sure where to turn or what to do? Over the years I have worked with individuals who experience depression and anxiety while having gone through emotional, verbal, and physical abuse myself, I am able to empathize and understand those who are dealing with depression and anxiety from life's experiences.
(463) 777-2576
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Indianapolis, IN 46202
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Benjamin M James
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Religion from Southern Wesleyan University in 2005. I earned my Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2010 and have been working in the counseling field since. I enjoy working with a wide variety of issues, including couple/family relationships, parenting, men's sexual integrity issues, mood disorders, and more. I have particular interest in working with Christian families and ministry families.
(317) 483-8006
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Indianapolis, IN 46237
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Jonathan Michael Chamblee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Everyone has a story with ups and downs, twists and turns, hopes and disappointments. Being alive is about doing what you care about, in service of your values, while accepting and thriving through your story’s plot twists. I enjoy helping people make sense of their story and to set free their free will, so as to live in the freedom of your chosen values. In addition to my Masters in Social Work, I also have a Master of Arts in Theology. While I will honor every client’s personal/spiritual beliefs as valid and their own, clients that wish to include their Catholic/ Christian values will find the support they are looking for.
(317) 204-8481
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Indianapolis, IN 46203
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Whitney Warthan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Whitney. I have been a professional counselor since 2012. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the state of Indiana. I spend much of my time working with individuals and couples. I am a Christian and do specialize in faith-based counseling. I work with clients from a variety of faith backgrounds and or belief-systems, I do not push my beliefs on anyone, about anything. What works for me, may not work for everyone. I believe your life journey is your own, and it’s not my job to tell you what to do on your walk.
(317) 723-5544
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Indianapolis, IN 46201
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Kandice Morales
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
I am a Christian therapist that strives to help couples, individuals and families in their walks with life.
The clients that I see are struggling with how to get and give the love they want and need. Most clients that I work with have a deep desire to feel heard and understood in their intimate relationships. Some clients become lost and struggle with anxiety and depression when feelings of shame, guilt and abandonment come into play. They need someone to help them understand their pain and walk with them as they transform their lives.
(317) 731-2672
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Indianapolis, IN 46290
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Doug Colgrove
Counselor, MS, LSW
Verified
Verified
Our staff of counselors, who specialize in trauma and attachment issues, delight in helping you deal with relationship issues in your family, anxiety and depression, parent/child issues and many other mental health issues. While we are known as a Christian counseling center, we work with you where you are in your life and assist you in dealing with the issues you bring to the therapeutic relationship. Treatment processes range from traditional talk therapy to Attachment Based Relationship Therapy.
(317) 662-2136
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Indianapolis, IN 46237
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Darlene Y. Graham
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CPC
Verified
Verified
Building on experience and knowledge obtained from a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Ministry and a Master of Arts degree in Psychotherapy and Faith, allow me to support you in enhancing your overall growth from a spiritual and eternal perspective.
Hello! If you're searching for personal, professional, relational and spiritual growth and development based on Biblical guidance, search no further. Becoming a sincere disciple of Jesus and learning to live life based on the promises of scripture is a process and support for this journey is available through my ministry/practice in the form of discipleship coaching, counseling and training.
(317) 494-7688
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Indianapolis, IN 46260
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Phillips Hwang
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CST, BC-TMH
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I compassionately and skillfully provide evidence based treatment to couples, adults, and adolescents struggling with sexual issues such as difficulties in marital sexuality, affair recovery, sexual addiction and sexual abuse. I also provide couples counseling, premarital counseling, and individual counseling with presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, family issues, and spiritual issues. I also integrate Christian spirituality and spiritual formation into counseling sessions for clients who request this specialty. Ultimately, my desire is to journey with those who are hurting and broken to help them find true healing and hope.
(317) 451-5133
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Indianapolis, IN 46268
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Jessie Larimer
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
I incorporate trauma-focused therapy, mindfulness and aspects of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and offer compassionate Christian counseling.
I am a counselor who is a part of Care to Change Counseling, and I serve preteens, teenagers, adults, and adoptive parents. I have experience with, and a heart for, working with individuals who are dealing with adoption, grief and loss, and anxiety, working with missionaries, pastors, and their families, and guiding aging adults as they face health crises, diminished functioning, and grief. I also enjoy walking alongside people who are dealing with depression, ADHD, social and emotional development, life changes, and limitations due to health or circumstance changes.
(463) 223-4419
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Indianapolis, IN 46260
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Mark Dobbs
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified
Verified
I love helping people. I've been in practice on the Westside of Indianapolis for over 28 years. We are a general psychology practice with individual and couples counseling services, working with teens and adults. We offer some testing services as well. We have a good reputation with the Christian community in and around Indianapolis.
(317) 912-1088
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Indianapolis, IN 46224
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Compassion Helplines,Inc dba BetterLiving Min Inc.
Pastoral Counselor, PhD , NCCA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Dr. Joyce L. [Brock] Griffith is the president of COMPASSION HELPLINES, Inc. a Faith-based Counseling Center serving the community since 1994. Our Motto: “We are reaching the C.O.R.E of the individual’s problems with biblical solutions through Counseling, Outreach, Referrals, and Education. Our mission is to support family life from a Christian perspective through all of its phases. Our vision is to minister to individuals, families, and groups in need of Christian /biblical counseling as a result of experiencing anxiety, depression, self-doubt, grief & loss, and other emotional issues as they face life's challenges.
(317) 932-8234
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Indianapolis, IN 46256
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Gary D Nunnally
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, LCSW, LCAC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Everybody can benefit from having support in their life, at times we may need it more. I have a Doctorate in Counseling and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Addictions Counselor, and Pastoral Counselor. I have worked in the counseling field for 25 years.I work at Buckingham and Associates in Indianapolis. I enjoy working with adults, couples, families, and teens. I help my clients grow, change, improve, and overcome issues in their lives. I treat Addictions, ADHD, Anxiety, Behavioral Problems, Christian Counseling, Couple Issues, Depression, Divorce,Gambling Problems, Marital Issues, and Grief and Loss Issues.
(317) 434-3853
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Indianapolis, IN 46256
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Not accepting new clients
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Darren L Higginbotham
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified
Verified
Currently accepting public safety, first responders, and their families ONLY. Pre-employment, fitness for duty, EAP and wellness, critical incident debriefing, and IME's. Counseling areas include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma/PTSD, pre-marital issues, divorce recovery, spirituality and Christian issues, career transition and work stress, and those who have a desire for general personal growth. His approach relies on principles of Christian -based counseling and cognitive-behavioral theory.
(317) 653-6940
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Indianapolis, IN 46220
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Kristie Watts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Christian and have been blessed to work among other Christian counselors at Groff and Associates Professional Counseling.
I have a passion for helping clients create healthy, long-lasting relationships with others. I accomplish this by first listening to your struggles and then creating a tailored plan for you that will promote growth, healing, and lasting change. My desire is to see families create new, healthy patterns of interacting and bring peace to homes.
(317) 662-2193
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Indianapolis, IN 46280
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Living Well Journey, LLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, OT, BCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
What's unique about me? My professional experience is undergirded and informed by over twenty years of working with adults as a registered occupational therapist in various areas of healing and recovery, thirty one years as an Army Reservist, and twenty years of leadership of a Christian women's ministry for which I am the founder.
Are you an individual desiring change, growth, or wellness in your life? Feeling stuck or stagnated? 3 John 1:2, John is a prayer for good health just as one's soul prospers. I am non-judgmental in my perspective and I utilize theoretical approaches that support individuals obtaining personal healing and wellness. By taking one carefully formulated step at a time, I will partner with you to establish personal wellness in your life.
(317) 671-8939
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Indianapolis, IN 46253
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Walk by Faith Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC, CSAYC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Passion to help someone get from point A-B has been one of my biggest motivations to do what I do! I firmly believe that everyone needs help sometimes and I want to be that support for you! I am an African American, Christian Counselor and my goal is that you start your healing process. Healing varies from person to person, but what makes the difference is the peace that comes with it!  I have helped my clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life and that have plagued them for years.  Let me help you learn and develop additional tools to handle the issues that are standing in the way of your goals.
(317) 943-6925
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Indianapolis, IN 46219
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Haley Hast
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I like to incorporate trauma-focused, mindfulness and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) treatments into my sessions, as well as offering compassionate Christian counseling.
I am a licensed social worker who is a part of Care to Change Counseling, and I serve all ages: children through adults. I have experience with, and a heart for, working with individuals who are dealing with grief and loss, anxiety, and adoptive parenting. I also enjoy walking alongside people who are dealing with depression, stress, postpartum, trauma, and women's issue. Supporting those dealing with grief and loss due to miscarriage, as well as adoption and foster parenting, are also passions of mine.
(463) 444-7710
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Indianapolis, IN 46260
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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.