Christian Therapists in Centerville, OH
Welcome! I am a Licensed Social Worker who believes healing happens in safe, supportive relationships. I bring both professional training and lived experience into my work, creating a compassionate, respectful, and judgment-free space.
I work primarily with women and teens navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also have experience supporting individuals impacted by addictive behaviors, intimate partner violence or abuse, and individuals across diverse identities and life experiences.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Social Worker who believes healing happens in safe, supportive relationships. I bring both professional training and lived experience into my work, creating a compassionate, respectful, and judgment-free space.
I work primarily with women and teens navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also have experience supporting individuals impacted by addictive behaviors, intimate partner violence or abuse, and individuals across diverse identities and life experiences.
Feeling stressed or anxious about life? Unsure of your next steps? Parenting a child with special needs? I’m here to help you navigate these challenging and transitional moments. With 15 years of experience as an Intervention Specialist in a public school district, along with my work as a mental health counselor, I understand the stress, anxiety, and extensive paperwork involved in supporting both students and parents. Together, we will work on self-advocacy, setting healthy boundaries, and developing effective coping strategies so you can feel empowered to be the best version of yourself.
Feeling stressed or anxious about life? Unsure of your next steps? Parenting a child with special needs? I’m here to help you navigate these challenging and transitional moments. With 15 years of experience as an Intervention Specialist in a public school district, along with my work as a mental health counselor, I understand the stress, anxiety, and extensive paperwork involved in supporting both students and parents. Together, we will work on self-advocacy, setting healthy boundaries, and developing effective coping strategies so you can feel empowered to be the best version of yourself.
Christian therapist licensed in Ohio and Tennessee, specializing in attachment-focused couples therapy and trauma therapy via online sessions.
You end up in the same situation with different people. You react before you think, shut down when you want to stay open. You manage everyone's emotions, three steps ahead, but internally barely holding it together. You believe the right things but still struggle with anxiety or self-control; wondering if your faith isn't strong enough. Attachment patterns and nervous system responses operate beneath what can you see, creating disconnection. Relationship anxiety, emotional shutdown, repeating conflicts: these are the patterns that need reconditioning. I understand what it feels like being stuck in patterns you can't interrupt.
Christian therapist licensed in Ohio and Tennessee, specializing in attachment-focused couples therapy and trauma therapy via online sessions.
You end up in the same situation with different people. You react before you think, shut down when you want to stay open. You manage everyone's emotions, three steps ahead, but internally barely holding it together. You believe the right things but still struggle with anxiety or self-control; wondering if your faith isn't strong enough. Attachment patterns and nervous system responses operate beneath what can you see, creating disconnection. Relationship anxiety, emotional shutdown, repeating conflicts: these are the patterns that need reconditioning. I understand what it feels like being stuck in patterns you can't interrupt.
I support high-achieving adults and professionals who appear 'fine', while continuing to perform with integrity despite personal sacrifices. If this sounds familiar, you may realize that the same traits that helped you succeed now leave you depleted, disconnected, or conflicted between your roles and deepest values. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but the constant stress and anxiety are wearing you down. You deserve to feel grounded, balanced, and at peace again. Meaningful success doesn’t have to come at the expense of your health, relationships, or integrity.
I support high-achieving adults and professionals who appear 'fine', while continuing to perform with integrity despite personal sacrifices. If this sounds familiar, you may realize that the same traits that helped you succeed now leave you depleted, disconnected, or conflicted between your roles and deepest values. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but the constant stress and anxiety are wearing you down. You deserve to feel grounded, balanced, and at peace again. Meaningful success doesn’t have to come at the expense of your health, relationships, or integrity.
Services are provided to children and seniors, with sensitivity to multicultural diversity and from a Christian/spiritual perspective, when appropriate and desired by clients.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
Services are provided to children and seniors, with sensitivity to multicultural diversity and from a Christian/spiritual perspective, when appropriate and desired by clients.
After years of providing a broad range of services in the context of a traditional private practice office, which I closed at the end of 2017, I began doing therapy online. I decided to offer online services to maintain a limited professional practice, available to select clients for whom such a service delivery platform would be appropriate. Services are available to children, youth, adults, and families at the rate of $75 per 45-minute session and are payable via PayPal. I accept NO insurance, only self-pay clients.
I specialize in sexual addiction, partner betrayal trauma, and PTSD. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist (CSAT) and EMDR certified. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I specialize in sexual addiction, partner betrayal trauma, and PTSD. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist (CSAT) and EMDR certified. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Melissa K. Owens - Front Porch Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, cdc-a, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP
Centerville, OH 45459
What would more joy and satisfaction in life be worth to you? Many people go through life unaware of their own intentions and motives, feeling as though life simply "happens to them." Through compassionate, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic exploration, I challenge and empower my clients to truly know themselves, deepen their faith, and gain a clearer understanding of their world and the people around them. Don't let life just happen to you—start living each day with purpose and intention.
What would more joy and satisfaction in life be worth to you? Many people go through life unaware of their own intentions and motives, feeling as though life simply "happens to them." Through compassionate, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic exploration, I challenge and empower my clients to truly know themselves, deepen their faith, and gain a clearer understanding of their world and the people around them. Don't let life just happen to you—start living each day with purpose and intention.
I work with children and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. My ideal client is open to growth—even if they feel stuck or overwhelmed. I use CBT, DBT, and play therapy to support emotional regulation, insight, and resilience. With children, I offer a safe space for expression through play. With adults, we explore patterns and build practical tools for change. I offer a collaborative, supportive approach tailored to your unique needs.
I work with children and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. My ideal client is open to growth—even if they feel stuck or overwhelmed. I use CBT, DBT, and play therapy to support emotional regulation, insight, and resilience. With children, I offer a safe space for expression through play. With adults, we explore patterns and build practical tools for change. I offer a collaborative, supportive approach tailored to your unique needs.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
You might be managing stress, trauma, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You want better communication, stronger boundaries, and greater emotional balance. You’re looking for support that feels safe, collaborative, and practical—where insight and skill-building help you move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, or stress that feels “in the body,” our work will focus on strengthening your regulation capacity, expanding awareness of internal experience, and fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship to help you feel more grounded and present.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or weighed down? Struggling with worry, self doubt or insecurity? Do you put yourself on the back burner, seek to please others and prioritize others' needs before your own? At times painful memories from the past flood your mind and you feel like those traumatic events are happening again. The past is affecting your present more than you'd like and you want to be able to move forward in your life. You find yourself feeling stuck and disappointed. There is hope. Things can get better. The rest of your story is still unwritten.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or weighed down? Struggling with worry, self doubt or insecurity? Do you put yourself on the back burner, seek to please others and prioritize others' needs before your own? At times painful memories from the past flood your mind and you feel like those traumatic events are happening again. The past is affecting your present more than you'd like and you want to be able to move forward in your life. You find yourself feeling stuck and disappointed. There is hope. Things can get better. The rest of your story is still unwritten.
Dr. Daniel
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, PhD, MA, MDiv, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also hold a ThM and MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
I also hold a ThM and MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
I will offer a Christian perspective in therapy if requested.
Tired of feeling "stuck" or powerless? It's time to take back your life! Not knowing what to do to help can be paralyzing. This is not how you wanted your life to be...overwhelmed, discouraged, bogged down by conflict in relationships... it can seem like a never-ending cycle and you can't find any peace of mind. You might be triggered from something difficult in the past. Fear and worry may make it hard to breathe, or hopelessness may overcome you at times. If emotional pain is affecting your happiness and you're ready to make a change, take action now and contact me, I know how to help you!
I will offer a Christian perspective in therapy if requested.
Tired of feeling "stuck" or powerless? It's time to take back your life! Not knowing what to do to help can be paralyzing. This is not how you wanted your life to be...overwhelmed, discouraged, bogged down by conflict in relationships... it can seem like a never-ending cycle and you can't find any peace of mind. You might be triggered from something difficult in the past. Fear and worry may make it hard to breathe, or hopelessness may overcome you at times. If emotional pain is affecting your happiness and you're ready to make a change, take action now and contact me, I know how to help you!
You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the end." C.S. Lewis. Allow me to help you work through the beginning to get to a new ending. I am a Certified Trauma Specialist and a certified Accelerated Resolution Therapist (ART). I have over 14 years of experience working with at those who need help working through all types of difficulties including mental health issues and life issues. This includes working with those who have a history of Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD and Depression.
You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the end." C.S. Lewis. Allow me to help you work through the beginning to get to a new ending. I am a Certified Trauma Specialist and a certified Accelerated Resolution Therapist (ART). I have over 14 years of experience working with at those who need help working through all types of difficulties including mental health issues and life issues. This includes working with those who have a history of Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD and Depression.
I am a Christian, who will incorporate a Biblical perspective, if desired.
Immediate Openings! Welcome! Are you a woman who has experienced trauma, is grieving, or having relationship issues? Are you experiencing anxiety-related symptoms such as excessive worry, intrusive/obsessive thoughts, panic attacks, social anxiety, or phobias? I am passionate about helping others heal and provide a warm, caring, and relaxed environment in order to help clients feel safe and comfortable in addressing their needs. I believe in a holistic approach to treatment and starting where the client is.
I am a Christian, who will incorporate a Biblical perspective, if desired.
Immediate Openings! Welcome! Are you a woman who has experienced trauma, is grieving, or having relationship issues? Are you experiencing anxiety-related symptoms such as excessive worry, intrusive/obsessive thoughts, panic attacks, social anxiety, or phobias? I am passionate about helping others heal and provide a warm, caring, and relaxed environment in order to help clients feel safe and comfortable in addressing their needs. I believe in a holistic approach to treatment and starting where the client is.
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges. I incorporate mindfulness-based, holistic therapy and am passionate about functional, root-cause approaches.approaches. Some areas of interest include depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, life purpose, and relationship and marital issues.I believe that therapy is an investment in oneself, and I love seeing clients thrive and grow as they process existing struggles, heal past wounds, learn new skills, and develop their already existing strengths.
I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges. I incorporate mindfulness-based, holistic therapy and am passionate about functional, root-cause approaches.approaches. Some areas of interest include depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem issues, life purpose, and relationship and marital issues.I believe that therapy is an investment in oneself, and I love seeing clients thrive and grow as they process existing struggles, heal past wounds, learn new skills, and develop their already existing strengths.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are seeking healing, resilience, and personal growth after experiencing life’s most difficult challenges. My ideal clients include survivors of intimate partner violence, those impacted by childhood trauma, veterans coping with PTSD or transitional stress, and people who are searching for guidance, stability, and direction through life coaching and personal development. We want our clients to know they do not have to face their struggles alone. Together, we can work toward building resilience, restoring confidence, developing healthy coping skills, and creating a fulfilling life.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are seeking healing, resilience, and personal growth after experiencing life’s most difficult challenges. My ideal clients include survivors of intimate partner violence, those impacted by childhood trauma, veterans coping with PTSD or transitional stress, and people who are searching for guidance, stability, and direction through life coaching and personal development. We want our clients to know they do not have to face their struggles alone. Together, we can work toward building resilience, restoring confidence, developing healthy coping skills, and creating a fulfilling life.
I firmly believe that life presents us with opportunities to learn more about ourselves, even during some of our more difficult times. Each of us has the power within ourselves to make positive changes in our lives. I work hard in providing emotional support and tools to my clients to help them cope with whatever life presents to them."
I firmly believe that life presents us with opportunities to learn more about ourselves, even during some of our more difficult times. Each of us has the power within ourselves to make positive changes in our lives. I work hard in providing emotional support and tools to my clients to help them cope with whatever life presents to them."
Because you are here, some part of you believes things can be better. That spark of hope can make all the difference. With six years of clinical experience and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I feel it is a privilege to support individuals through some of their most challenging times.
Because you are here, some part of you believes things can be better. That spark of hope can make all the difference. With six years of clinical experience and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I feel it is a privilege to support individuals through some of their most challenging times.
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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.