Christian Therapists in West Jefferson, NC
Does it feel like you’re holding everything together—but just barely?
You’re not alone. At Joy Spring Mental Health, we understand how exhausting it can be to push through stress, burnout, or overwhelm while trying to keep up with the demands of life. If your best never feels like enough, it’s time for support that goes beyond quick fixes.
We believe healing starts with being truly heard. That’s why we take a whole-person, root-cause approach to mental health. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or just a sense that something’s off—we’ll work with you to figure out why and what to do next.
Does it feel like you’re holding everything together—but just barely?
You’re not alone. At Joy Spring Mental Health, we understand how exhausting it can be to push through stress, burnout, or overwhelm while trying to keep up with the demands of life. If your best never feels like enough, it’s time for support that goes beyond quick fixes.
We believe healing starts with being truly heard. That’s why we take a whole-person, root-cause approach to mental health. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or just a sense that something’s off—we’ll work with you to figure out why and what to do next.
Hello, my name is Sierra! I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Licensed Music Therapist in Boone, NC. I’m glad you’ve decided to venture here today. Chances are, you are here because you are seeking to gain some insight and support. This first step already shows your willingness to grow, resourcefulness as a person, and potential for building resilience. It’s important that you choose a clinician who is a good fit for your goals, personal values, and individual comfort level so that you can receive the most out of this experience.
Hello, my name is Sierra! I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Licensed Music Therapist in Boone, NC. I’m glad you’ve decided to venture here today. Chances are, you are here because you are seeking to gain some insight and support. This first step already shows your willingness to grow, resourcefulness as a person, and potential for building resilience. It’s important that you choose a clinician who is a good fit for your goals, personal values, and individual comfort level so that you can receive the most out of this experience.
His High Places is a residential Christian Counseling Ministry operating in the North Carolina High Country for more than 40 years.
Our 5 Day Intensive Program provides 20 hours of one-on one counseling and is a great choice for those who need to take at the roots of issues, delving more into where those roots reside and find healing and freedom. Includes lodging and four evening meals, private bedroom & bath, comprehensive personalized study plan, workbook and follow-up sessions.
His High Places is a residential Christian Counseling Ministry operating in the North Carolina High Country for more than 40 years.
Our 5 Day Intensive Program provides 20 hours of one-on one counseling and is a great choice for those who need to take at the roots of issues, delving more into where those roots reside and find healing and freedom. Includes lodging and four evening meals, private bedroom & bath, comprehensive personalized study plan, workbook and follow-up sessions.
Jenny Compton
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CFNC
West Jefferson, NC 28694
Currently accepting new clients!
Many of us have gone through experiences that leave us feeling stuck, unmotivated, or without hope. The promise of counseling is that it offers us a framework where insight becomes possible and the opportunity for a relationship that is dedicated to knowing you deeply. In this sense, I believe we are partners working to understand your motivations, fears, and hopes so that you can feel a greater sense of freedom and empowerment in your life and future.
Currently accepting new clients!
Many of us have gone through experiences that leave us feeling stuck, unmotivated, or without hope. The promise of counseling is that it offers us a framework where insight becomes possible and the opportunity for a relationship that is dedicated to knowing you deeply. In this sense, I believe we are partners working to understand your motivations, fears, and hopes so that you can feel a greater sense of freedom and empowerment in your life and future.
My professional experience has been working with adolescents, college students, adults, working on various issues, and wanting someone to help them in the journey. No one lives life without going through something that makes them question whether they can work through it on their own. This is the very place God has for us to come to him and his strength. I have personally experienced a few of these, and have been given a calling for helping others in theirs. My practice aims to shine light on the purpose we have on this earth, and walking with you to uncover the roots of why you struggle.
My professional experience has been working with adolescents, college students, adults, working on various issues, and wanting someone to help them in the journey. No one lives life without going through something that makes them question whether they can work through it on their own. This is the very place God has for us to come to him and his strength. I have personally experienced a few of these, and have been given a calling for helping others in theirs. My practice aims to shine light on the purpose we have on this earth, and walking with you to uncover the roots of why you struggle.
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As a clinician with Thrive Mental Health, I honor the inherent goodness and capacity for growth within every individual, couple, and family. My person-centered practice rests on the foundational belief that while we may struggle with challenging behaviors, we remain "good inside", doing the best we can with the internal resources we have. Providing high-quality, culturally competent care across Asheville and Boone, North Carolina, I tailor our work to your unique lived experience. Together, we utilize psychodynamic brief therapy to safely explore the underlying relational blueprints shaping your current struggles.
As a clinician with Thrive Mental Health, I honor the inherent goodness and capacity for growth within every individual, couple, and family. My person-centered practice rests on the foundational belief that while we may struggle with challenging behaviors, we remain "good inside", doing the best we can with the internal resources we have. Providing high-quality, culturally competent care across Asheville and Boone, North Carolina, I tailor our work to your unique lived experience. Together, we utilize psychodynamic brief therapy to safely explore the underlying relational blueprints shaping your current struggles.
I believe in your marriage and have deep compassion for helping it to thrive. I enjoy coming alongside couples to strengthen basic skills for better marriage health. I also specialize in overcoming communication barriers and rebuilding trust for couples after an affair or pornography addiction to help you find intimacy again! With 25+ years of experience in marriage counseling, I believe that restoration is always possible when two people are committed to the hard work of healing together. In addition to my work with couples, I enjoy helping men become stronger spiritual leaders in their homes, focusing on faith based leadership.
I believe in your marriage and have deep compassion for helping it to thrive. I enjoy coming alongside couples to strengthen basic skills for better marriage health. I also specialize in overcoming communication barriers and rebuilding trust for couples after an affair or pornography addiction to help you find intimacy again! With 25+ years of experience in marriage counseling, I believe that restoration is always possible when two people are committed to the hard work of healing together. In addition to my work with couples, I enjoy helping men become stronger spiritual leaders in their homes, focusing on faith based leadership.
Christian faith-integrated counseling is available upon request.
I help teens and adults struggling with anxiety, overthinking, trauma, and life transitions feel more in control and less overwhelmed. If you find yourself stuck in the same patterns, constantly analyzing situations, or weighed down by past experiences, therapy can help you move forward. I use CBT and EMDR to address root issues while building practical skills for daily life. My approach is calm, structured, and focused on helping you gain clarity, confidence, and lasting change. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you decide if we’re a good fit.
Christian faith-integrated counseling is available upon request.
I help teens and adults struggling with anxiety, overthinking, trauma, and life transitions feel more in control and less overwhelmed. If you find yourself stuck in the same patterns, constantly analyzing situations, or weighed down by past experiences, therapy can help you move forward. I use CBT and EMDR to address root issues while building practical skills for daily life. My approach is calm, structured, and focused on helping you gain clarity, confidence, and lasting change. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you decide if we’re a good fit.
Wanda Anthony Burger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, NCC, CCMC, CCS, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
In relocating to NC, I transferred the clinical psychology program over to a faith based program , offering a PhD in pastoral counseling.
Hello! At some point in life we find a need to talk to someone. Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face. My specialties include: grief, trauma: civilian/military PTSD/PTSS, stress, substance abuse; Wellness Groups, Growing through Grief , prevention & early intervention. Boon and Katie, registered,therapy dogs, may join sessions. Boon began working at 9 weeks. In 2016 I added Military Trauma (CCMC) Certified Military Counselor Certificate. It was an honor to complete this certificate and begin working with our wonderful veterans and families. Come visit us at The Therapy House.
In relocating to NC, I transferred the clinical psychology program over to a faith based program , offering a PhD in pastoral counseling.
Hello! At some point in life we find a need to talk to someone. Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face. My specialties include: grief, trauma: civilian/military PTSD/PTSS, stress, substance abuse; Wellness Groups, Growing through Grief , prevention & early intervention. Boon and Katie, registered,therapy dogs, may join sessions. Boon began working at 9 weeks. In 2016 I added Military Trauma (CCMC) Certified Military Counselor Certificate. It was an honor to complete this certificate and begin working with our wonderful veterans and families. Come visit us at The Therapy House.
Accepting New Clients in North Carolina & South Carolina!
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, grief, or major life changes begin to pile up. You may feel emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to move forward. Sometimes people appear to be functioning well on the outside while quietly struggling underneath it all.
With over 30 years of experience, I help adults navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and self-understanding, including those deconstructing or reconstructing their faith.
Accepting New Clients in North Carolina & South Carolina!
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, grief, or major life changes begin to pile up. You may feel emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to move forward. Sometimes people appear to be functioning well on the outside while quietly struggling underneath it all.
With over 30 years of experience, I help adults navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and self-understanding, including those deconstructing or reconstructing their faith.
Hi, I’m Heather, an LCSW supporting adults, teens, and children 10+ who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, overthinking/rumination, stress, low self-esteem, caregiver burnout, or family conflict. Many clients are exhausted from carrying the mental load, stuck in guilt or people-pleasing, and unsure how to set boundaries without feeling “bad.” Some are navigating complicated relationships with a parent, adult child, or sibling; including periods of distance or estrangement. In therapy, we focus on easing the spiral, building steadier coping, and making clearer decisions with less second-guessing and less rumination.
Hi, I’m Heather, an LCSW supporting adults, teens, and children 10+ who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, overthinking/rumination, stress, low self-esteem, caregiver burnout, or family conflict. Many clients are exhausted from carrying the mental load, stuck in guilt or people-pleasing, and unsure how to set boundaries without feeling “bad.” Some are navigating complicated relationships with a parent, adult child, or sibling; including periods of distance or estrangement. In therapy, we focus on easing the spiral, building steadier coping, and making clearer decisions with less second-guessing and less rumination.
In addition, I am open to faith based counseling for those that desire a Biblical approach to treatment.
I assist individuals, couples, and families with a wide array of challenges across the life span. These difficulties include family of origin, attachment, and relational issues. For some clients, goals may include: reducing anxiety, learning to thrive through depression, or healing from grief. Everyone’s situation is unique and we all have had experiences at one point or another in which we needed help or direction.
In addition, I am open to faith based counseling for those that desire a Biblical approach to treatment.
I assist individuals, couples, and families with a wide array of challenges across the life span. These difficulties include family of origin, attachment, and relational issues. For some clients, goals may include: reducing anxiety, learning to thrive through depression, or healing from grief. Everyone’s situation is unique and we all have had experiences at one point or another in which we needed help or direction.
I'm a licensed psychologist with 19 years of experience. I'm passionate about helping people know their true identity and worth. I help people gain hope and move forward from the painful situations or relationships that have led to them feeling "stuck" and believing lies about themselves.
I guide people through grief, parenting and empty-nesting, crises of faith, divorce, and abuse recovery.
I have done intensive training in ADHD assessment and treatment across the lifespan.
I also specialize in testing/assessment for achieving a clear diagnosis. In each of these areas, I help clients move toward growth and thriving.
I'm a licensed psychologist with 19 years of experience. I'm passionate about helping people know their true identity and worth. I help people gain hope and move forward from the painful situations or relationships that have led to them feeling "stuck" and believing lies about themselves.
I guide people through grief, parenting and empty-nesting, crises of faith, divorce, and abuse recovery.
I have done intensive training in ADHD assessment and treatment across the lifespan.
I also specialize in testing/assessment for achieving a clear diagnosis. In each of these areas, I help clients move toward growth and thriving.
Evening and Saturdays. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, and simply reaching out is a significant first step — you've already accomplished that. I believe therapy should be as individual as the person seeking it. There is no "one size fits all" approach, and I tailor my methods to meet each client’s unique needs, goals, and preferences.
Together, we will work collaboratively to identify and address the challenges you're facing, whether you're navigating anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, womens health, intergenerational or family trauma, life transitions, career challenges, or managing overwhelming stress.
Evening and Saturdays. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, and simply reaching out is a significant first step — you've already accomplished that. I believe therapy should be as individual as the person seeking it. There is no "one size fits all" approach, and I tailor my methods to meet each client’s unique needs, goals, and preferences.
Together, we will work collaboratively to identify and address the challenges you're facing, whether you're navigating anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, womens health, intergenerational or family trauma, life transitions, career challenges, or managing overwhelming stress.
During my past five years in the therapy field I have worked with clients from all different ages to help process their feelings and help them deal with not only trauma, but every day life. My specialties include depression, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, family dynamics, trauma/abuse, parenting concerns, cognitive behavioral therapies, and problem solving. I enjoy working with teenagers and children who are struggling with their emotions, stress, or a past trauma. I am open with my clients and provide a non-judgmental and safe space that people have found easy to relate with.
During my past five years in the therapy field I have worked with clients from all different ages to help process their feelings and help them deal with not only trauma, but every day life. My specialties include depression, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, family dynamics, trauma/abuse, parenting concerns, cognitive behavioral therapies, and problem solving. I enjoy working with teenagers and children who are struggling with their emotions, stress, or a past trauma. I am open with my clients and provide a non-judgmental and safe space that people have found easy to relate with.
Are you where you want to be in life? Are you happy with your situation? Are you happy with yourself? Sometimes people aren’t even sure what it is they want but they know they want something to change. That is why I am here. I became a marriage and family therapist in 2009 after watching family and friends struggle with the pressures of today’s society and with keeping relationships together in a world that has become increasingly mobile and dependent on technology.
Are you where you want to be in life? Are you happy with your situation? Are you happy with yourself? Sometimes people aren’t even sure what it is they want but they know they want something to change. That is why I am here. I became a marriage and family therapist in 2009 after watching family and friends struggle with the pressures of today’s society and with keeping relationships together in a world that has become increasingly mobile and dependent on technology.
R3 Center for Behavioral Health and Wellness, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help them move forward through compassionate care, honest conversation, practical coping strategies, and evidence-based approaches integrated with an explicitly Christian framework.
My background in the military, law enforcement, firefighting, and mental health field helps me connect with clients facing stress, trauma, pressure, and major life challenges. I primarily offer non-medical counseling, while considering higher-acuity needs when appropriate. I use evidence-based approaches such as EMDR and CBT.
I help them move forward through compassionate care, honest conversation, practical coping strategies, and evidence-based approaches integrated with an explicitly Christian framework.
My background in the military, law enforcement, firefighting, and mental health field helps me connect with clients facing stress, trauma, pressure, and major life challenges. I primarily offer non-medical counseling, while considering higher-acuity needs when appropriate. I use evidence-based approaches such as EMDR and CBT.
Life can be challenging, and making change alone can be a real struggle; however you are not alone! I want to do life with you and provide support. I have learned that one of the most important factors of success is making a connections and feeling comfortable with the person you choose to work with. In addition, I feel like you are the expert of your life and you have the answers within yourself; however sometimes it take someone coming along beside you to provide the support needed to help guide you to find those answers. I would love to get to know you and to have the opportunity to be a support for you!
Life can be challenging, and making change alone can be a real struggle; however you are not alone! I want to do life with you and provide support. I have learned that one of the most important factors of success is making a connections and feeling comfortable with the person you choose to work with. In addition, I feel like you are the expert of your life and you have the answers within yourself; however sometimes it take someone coming along beside you to provide the support needed to help guide you to find those answers. I would love to get to know you and to have the opportunity to be a support for you!
Are you trying to navigate grief, life transitions, relationship challenges or maybe just not feeling like yourself? Are you dealing with difficult people in your life? Do you want to set boundaries but have no idea where to start? I am ready to come alongside you to provide support on your journey towards growth and healing. Healing and change can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Searching for a therapist can be a challenging and confusing process. I am eager to answer any questions you may have. I am committed to working with you collaboratively and above all providing a space where you feel safe, seen and heard.
Are you trying to navigate grief, life transitions, relationship challenges or maybe just not feeling like yourself? Are you dealing with difficult people in your life? Do you want to set boundaries but have no idea where to start? I am ready to come alongside you to provide support on your journey towards growth and healing. Healing and change can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Searching for a therapist can be a challenging and confusing process. I am eager to answer any questions you may have. I am committed to working with you collaboratively and above all providing a space where you feel safe, seen and heard.
Accepting New Clients-Amber is a compassionate Christian counselor who helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions.
With specialized training in EMDR and TF-CBT, Amber provides trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy for those facing anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. She offers individual, couples, and family counseling, integrating Christian principles when desired. Through a supportive, personalized approach, she helps clients heal from their past.
Accepting New Clients-Amber is a compassionate Christian counselor who helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions.
With specialized training in EMDR and TF-CBT, Amber provides trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy for those facing anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. She offers individual, couples, and family counseling, integrating Christian principles when desired. Through a supportive, personalized approach, she helps clients heal from their past.
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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.