Christian Therapists in Hagerstown, MD
Healing trauma with compassion and faith: “Hello, I’m Dr. Kleckner. For 18 years I’ve helped people heal from abuse and severe trauma that often bring pain, anxiety, and life challenges. Whether from a car accident, childhood abuse, sexual assault, or family violence, I provide compassionate support and a safe space to begin recovery. As a survivor myself, I know healing is possible. Jesus rescued me, and I believe He can bring hope and restoration to you as well.”
Healing trauma with compassion and faith: “Hello, I’m Dr. Kleckner. For 18 years I’ve helped people heal from abuse and severe trauma that often bring pain, anxiety, and life challenges. Whether from a car accident, childhood abuse, sexual assault, or family violence, I provide compassionate support and a safe space to begin recovery. As a survivor myself, I know healing is possible. Jesus rescued me, and I believe He can bring hope and restoration to you as well.”
I am searching for clients that desire to grow in Christianity but struggle in managing their mental health. I specialize in treating individuals that struggle to overcome narcissistic abuse, parenting & attachment issues, childhood trauma, spirituality, ADHD, and couples that would like to overcome infidelity and/or trauma within their relationship. If you are seeking godly counseling and a spiritual transformation that manifests not just spiritually, but also within your mind and emotional well-being, you are in the right place. The Kairos Experience, PLLC offers spiritual interventions that will change your life forever.
I am searching for clients that desire to grow in Christianity but struggle in managing their mental health. I specialize in treating individuals that struggle to overcome narcissistic abuse, parenting & attachment issues, childhood trauma, spirituality, ADHD, and couples that would like to overcome infidelity and/or trauma within their relationship. If you are seeking godly counseling and a spiritual transformation that manifests not just spiritually, but also within your mind and emotional well-being, you are in the right place. The Kairos Experience, PLLC offers spiritual interventions that will change your life forever.
You may look capable on the outside, but internally feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Many people I work with are juggling work, parenting, and relationships while quietly operating in survival mode. Trauma—whether recent or long past—can intensify this strain, showing up as hypervigilance, emotional numbing, over-functioning, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s needs.
You may look capable on the outside, but internally feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Many people I work with are juggling work, parenting, and relationships while quietly operating in survival mode. Trauma—whether recent or long past—can intensify this strain, showing up as hypervigilance, emotional numbing, over-functioning, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s needs.
My career has been connected to the child welfare system as either social worker or therapist. My specialties have evolved from that experience to include, trauma recovery, child therapy, and familial relationships. My own personal loss and journey through widowhood, shaped my interest in grief and loss.
My career has been connected to the child welfare system as either social worker or therapist. My specialties have evolved from that experience to include, trauma recovery, child therapy, and familial relationships. My own personal loss and journey through widowhood, shaped my interest in grief and loss.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused. I help clients identify strengths, clarify goals, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. I integrate Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, and Family Systems approaches, tailoring treatment to meet each client’s unique needs.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused. I help clients identify strengths, clarify goals, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. I integrate Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, and Family Systems approaches, tailoring treatment to meet each client’s unique needs.
Focus on women ages 25 to 50 and couples seeking healthier communication, emotional connection, conflict resolution, and personal growth. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by responsibilities, or disconnected from themselves or their relationships. Together, we’ll create practical tools and lasting change so you feel more confident, connected, and emotionally healthy.
Focus on women ages 25 to 50 and couples seeking healthier communication, emotional connection, conflict resolution, and personal growth. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by responsibilities, or disconnected from themselves or their relationships. Together, we’ll create practical tools and lasting change so you feel more confident, connected, and emotionally healthy.
Many clients come to me feeling disconnected, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns that strain communication, trust, and intimacy. They may struggle to express needs, repair conflict, or feel emotionally safe with their partner. I help individuals and couples understand their patterns, rebuild trust, and create deeper, more authentic connection. My work supports clients who want clearer communication, stronger emotional bonds, and relationships that feel secure, fulfilling, and allow them to live better and happier.
Many clients come to me feeling disconnected, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns that strain communication, trust, and intimacy. They may struggle to express needs, repair conflict, or feel emotionally safe with their partner. I help individuals and couples understand their patterns, rebuild trust, and create deeper, more authentic connection. My work supports clients who want clearer communication, stronger emotional bonds, and relationships that feel secure, fulfilling, and allow them to live better and happier.
My name is Aryn and I am the practice owner at Sanctuary Christian Counseling (you do not need to have a faith background to come- all are welcome).
My counseling style is authentic and genuine- my primary belief is that counseling is most successful if you feel connected and safe being vulnerable with your therapist. While I am happy to see any type of client, I do have specific training in marriage counseling, and have worked often with couples dealing with infidelity, domestic violence, and PTSD.
My name is Aryn and I am the practice owner at Sanctuary Christian Counseling (you do not need to have a faith background to come- all are welcome).
My counseling style is authentic and genuine- my primary belief is that counseling is most successful if you feel connected and safe being vulnerable with your therapist. While I am happy to see any type of client, I do have specific training in marriage counseling, and have worked often with couples dealing with infidelity, domestic violence, and PTSD.
Also, I am trained in Pastoral Counseling for clients who wish to incorporate religion/spirituality into their therapy.
At Medpsych Health Services, our goal is to provide thoughtful, competent, compassionate, and thorough psychiatric consultation, diagnostic evaluation, medication treatment, and as well as therapy services to clients in a confidential and caring environment with special consideration to biological, psychological, and physical health. We are an integrated mental health service provider where psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists collectively treat mental illnesses with complete consideration of your full medical, psychological, social, and family history.
Also, I am trained in Pastoral Counseling for clients who wish to incorporate religion/spirituality into their therapy.
At Medpsych Health Services, our goal is to provide thoughtful, competent, compassionate, and thorough psychiatric consultation, diagnostic evaluation, medication treatment, and as well as therapy services to clients in a confidential and caring environment with special consideration to biological, psychological, and physical health. We are an integrated mental health service provider where psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists collectively treat mental illnesses with complete consideration of your full medical, psychological, social, and family history.
Susan Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, CCTP-II, CIMHP, LMFT, AAMFT-S
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
You work in high stress, high burnout fields. You love being the strong one, the one others rely on, pushing through everything. But you're wondering how much longer you can hold it together when it feels like your relationships, your life, are coming apart. You may feel like a failure, asking for help yourself. But you're not willing to give up on your goals for your life and those relationships that are so important.
You work in high stress, high burnout fields. You love being the strong one, the one others rely on, pushing through everything. But you're wondering how much longer you can hold it together when it feels like your relationships, your life, are coming apart. You may feel like a failure, asking for help yourself. But you're not willing to give up on your goals for your life and those relationships that are so important.
As a believer, I'm happy to incorporate your Christian faith into therapy, upon request.
Are you exhausted from carrying daily stress, heavy emotions, or the weight of past trauma? Whether you are an educator drowning in the unique demands of school culture, a woman or teen struggling to feel like you are enough, or an unmasked ADHD/Autistic individual trying to navigate a world not built for you—I am here to help you catch your breath.
My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy to give you deep, functional relief:
For Trauma & Painful Experiences: I use EMDR and story-based protocols to help your brain and body finally process the past so it stops hijacking your present.
As a believer, I'm happy to incorporate your Christian faith into therapy, upon request.
Are you exhausted from carrying daily stress, heavy emotions, or the weight of past trauma? Whether you are an educator drowning in the unique demands of school culture, a woman or teen struggling to feel like you are enough, or an unmasked ADHD/Autistic individual trying to navigate a world not built for you—I am here to help you catch your breath.
My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy to give you deep, functional relief:
For Trauma & Painful Experiences: I use EMDR and story-based protocols to help your brain and body finally process the past so it stops hijacking your present.
I help clients to overcome issues such as anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues by working with them to develop the tools that will lead them to health, happiness, and wellbeing. Sometimes the only way to overcome what we are going through is to face our life with honesty, and through this process, awaken our inner guidance system for healing. The obstacle to this, is that we often cannot do so without first telling our story. I offer a safe space for you to tell your story, and can help you on your journey to self-discovery, healing, and reaching your full potential.
I help clients to overcome issues such as anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues by working with them to develop the tools that will lead them to health, happiness, and wellbeing. Sometimes the only way to overcome what we are going through is to face our life with honesty, and through this process, awaken our inner guidance system for healing. The obstacle to this, is that we often cannot do so without first telling our story. I offer a safe space for you to tell your story, and can help you on your journey to self-discovery, healing, and reaching your full potential.
You're holding everything together and it's exhausting. Maybe you just had a baby and nobody told you it would feel like this. Maybe anxiety has been a quiet companion for years and you're finally ready to do something about it. Maybe life shifted and you're not sure who you are on the other side of it.
You don't need someone to hand you a worksheet. You need someone real someone who will actually get into the weeds of your life with you, help you make sense of what's happening, and give you tools that work outside of the therapy room.
That's the kind of therapist I am.
You're holding everything together and it's exhausting. Maybe you just had a baby and nobody told you it would feel like this. Maybe anxiety has been a quiet companion for years and you're finally ready to do something about it. Maybe life shifted and you're not sure who you are on the other side of it.
You don't need someone to hand you a worksheet. You need someone real someone who will actually get into the weeds of your life with you, help you make sense of what's happening, and give you tools that work outside of the therapy room.
That's the kind of therapist I am.
I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and understood. My goal is to provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients can process life's challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing a wide range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation, relationship conflict, parenting concerns, and life stressors. I use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's unique needs while focusing on building a trusting therapeutic relationship.
I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and understood. My goal is to provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients can process life's challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing a wide range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation, relationship conflict, parenting concerns, and life stressors. I use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's unique needs while focusing on building a trusting therapeutic relationship.
I worked in various inpatient mental health facilities, assisted individuals with learning disabilities, helped others with chronic illnesses, taught people ways to manage life traumas, and guided people who suffered with grief.
I worked in various inpatient mental health facilities, assisted individuals with learning disabilities, helped others with chronic illnesses, taught people ways to manage life traumas, and guided people who suffered with grief.
It takes great strength to step into a space of healing and growth. I honor that you have decided to take that step. I will help you navigate through that space and address any of the challenges you have experienced, are currently experiencing, or will experience moving forward. As a clinical neuropsychotherapist, I utilize a holistic, trauma-informed, evidence-based, and mind/body/heart healing approach. With over 20 years of personal, clinical, and practical experience, I offer a compassionate space where you can heal, grow, and move toward a more fulfilling, healthier, and balanced life.
It takes great strength to step into a space of healing and growth. I honor that you have decided to take that step. I will help you navigate through that space and address any of the challenges you have experienced, are currently experiencing, or will experience moving forward. As a clinical neuropsychotherapist, I utilize a holistic, trauma-informed, evidence-based, and mind/body/heart healing approach. With over 20 years of personal, clinical, and practical experience, I offer a compassionate space where you can heal, grow, and move toward a more fulfilling, healthier, and balanced life.
Thank you for choosing healing. With 20 years of experience in hospice, special needs care, and CASA for children, plus work in Emory Hospital’s ER and alongside psychiatrists and nurse practitioners, I bring compassionate, consistent care and proven techniques to support your wellness journey. My ideal clients are motivated, transparent, and ready to work hard in therapy. Together, we focus on finding the root of challenges to build strong teamwork and measurable progress. I tailor each approach to the client’s needs, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and EMDR certification for lasting growth.
Thank you for choosing healing. With 20 years of experience in hospice, special needs care, and CASA for children, plus work in Emory Hospital’s ER and alongside psychiatrists and nurse practitioners, I bring compassionate, consistent care and proven techniques to support your wellness journey. My ideal clients are motivated, transparent, and ready to work hard in therapy. Together, we focus on finding the root of challenges to build strong teamwork and measurable progress. I tailor each approach to the client’s needs, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and EMDR certification for lasting growth.
I work with adults 18 and older who are navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life transitions. Whether clients are experiencing the weight of persistent emotional struggles, adjusting to major challenges, or seeking greater clarity and stability, I provide a supportive space to process these challenges and develop tools for growth. My goal is to help individuals move toward healing, balance, and resilience in both their personal and professional lives.
I work with adults 18 and older who are navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life transitions. Whether clients are experiencing the weight of persistent emotional struggles, adjusting to major challenges, or seeking greater clarity and stability, I provide a supportive space to process these challenges and develop tools for growth. My goal is to help individuals move toward healing, balance, and resilience in both their personal and professional lives.
I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and maternal mental health. I help people navigate these challenges with warmth and expertise, creating a safe space where you can be yourself and work toward meaningful change.
I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and maternal mental health. I help people navigate these challenges with warmth and expertise, creating a safe space where you can be yourself and work toward meaningful change.
I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and maternal mental health. I help people navigate these challenges with warmth and expertise, creating a safe space where you can be yourself and work toward meaningful change.
I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and maternal mental health. I help people navigate these challenges with warmth and expertise, creating a safe space where you can be yourself and work toward meaningful change.
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FAQ - About Christian Counselling
What can a Christian therapist help with?
Many Christian counselors incorporate faith-based principles into psychotherapy and draw guidance from biblical writings. This approach may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing concerns related to faith, prolonged grief, substance use, or questions about life’s purpose. Christian therapists may also offer marital, premarital, or family counseling. These can be helpful options if your concerns are more relational in nature, such as communication challenges in a marriage, conflict within a family, or adjustment following a major family transition, such as divorce or a move.
How does Christian faith shape the therapy experience?
Christian faith can shape the therapy experience by giving you a familiar framework for discussing meaning, purpose, forgiveness, relationships, and hope in sessions. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may draw on Christian values, prayer, or spiritual reflection alongside other therapeutic approaches. In addition, while training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has shown that a strong alliance between you and your 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. Nevertheless, an ethical Christian therapist should be clear about how they incorporate faith and should respect the level of spiritual discussion that feels right for you.
Does Christian therapy work across different denominations?
Christian therapy can be helpful for people from various different Christian traditions, including Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, and Anglican backgrounds. Many Christian therapists are able to support clients across denominations by focusing on shared Christian values, such as faith, prayer, forgiveness, and hope. That said, denomination can matter for some clients. A person’s identified denomination may shape how they understand relationships and life roles. If these differences are important to you, it may be helpful to ask a therapist whether they have experience working with clients from your specific denomination or faith tradition.
Can a Christian therapist help with marriage and couples counseling?
Christian faith-based therapy can take many different forms, including marriage counseling and couples counseling. Some therapists may also offer Christian pre-marital counseling. In these settings, Christian therapists may work with couples on concerns such as communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, parenting, and major life transitions. A Christian therapist may also help couples explore how shared Christian beliefs shape the relationship. They may encourage you and your partner to practice skills learned in therapy in your everyday lives, including both faith-based practices and non-faith-based tools, such as prayer or communication skills.
Can a Christian therapist help with sensitive issues like sex, trauma, or addiction?
Licensed therapists with adequate training should be equipped to help with a number of sensitive issues, including sex, trauma, and addiction. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may help explore how your spiritual beliefs relate to your challenges, healing, and recovery. A competent and ethical Christian therapist should not judge, shame, or impose a particular belief when discussing these topics, and if you feel judged, it may be time to seek another therapist.
How can a Christian therapist support family therapy?
Christian family therapy can help families address conflict, communication challenges, parenting concerns, grief, or adjustment following a major life transition. A Christian therapist may support family members in understanding one another’s perspectives, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, and rebuilding trust. For families who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may also help explore how family values related to Christianity can support healing.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with Christian clients?
If religion is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Christian clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask how they incorporate Christian values into therapy or how they approach certain topics that matter to you. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your religious background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
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 and have identified as Christian. It shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.