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Daniel W Chu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
My goal in treatment is to provide tools and help guide people into healing from any wounds that may hinder them from fully walking in the freedom. I am committed to helping people obtain a healthy thought life and lifestyle by being renewed in the mind, becoming transformed and being set free on all levels so they may further pursue life goals and maintain healthy relationships without the hindrance of emotional burdens from the past. I am a born again Christian and I love integrating faith and spirituality in the emotional healing process.
My goal in treatment is to provide tools and help guide people into healing from any wounds that may hinder them from fully walking in the freedom. I am committed to helping people obtain a healthy thought life and lifestyle by being renewed in the mind, becoming transformed and being set free on all levels so they may further pursue life goals and maintain healthy relationships without the hindrance of emotional burdens from the past. I am a born again Christian and I love integrating faith and spirituality in the emotional healing process.
(626) 325-0737 View (626) 325-0737
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Dr. Debra Sherk
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93111  (Online Only)
Welcome. It seems that more and more people are seeking the support and guidance that psychotherapy provides. The most common issues among those seeking my services include: Experiencing high levels of stress or anxiety; Difficulty with relationships at home, school, or work; Persistent feelings of loneliness, sadness, or depression; Confusion around spirituality, identity, or vocation; Feeling overwhelmed with life's demands or life transitions. Through a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, I have helped a diverse range of individuals achieve increased stability and balance, more fulfilling relationships, as well as personal growth and transformation.
Welcome. It seems that more and more people are seeking the support and guidance that psychotherapy provides. The most common issues among those seeking my services include: Experiencing high levels of stress or anxiety; Difficulty with relationships at home, school, or work; Persistent feelings of loneliness, sadness, or depression; Confusion around spirituality, identity, or vocation; Feeling overwhelmed with life's demands or life transitions. Through a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, I have helped a diverse range of individuals achieve increased stability and balance, more fulfilling relationships, as well as personal growth and transformation.
(805) 585-5969 View (805) 585-5969
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Jessica L Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114  (Online Only)
I work with couples, groups, and individuals that feel ready to examine their inner world and outer relationships, perhaps feeling stuck in low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or confusion. Clients who wish to explore issues around stress, overwhelm, relationships, identity, sexuality, spirituality, psychedelics, or trauma often resonate with my style of psychotherapy. I offer couples and individuals a warm environment that is supportive, collaborative, and direct. Building a relationship that has a safe space for tough and untouchable topics is essential to my work.
I work with couples, groups, and individuals that feel ready to examine their inner world and outer relationships, perhaps feeling stuck in low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or confusion. Clients who wish to explore issues around stress, overwhelm, relationships, identity, sexuality, spirituality, psychedelics, or trauma often resonate with my style of psychotherapy. I offer couples and individuals a warm environment that is supportive, collaborative, and direct. Building a relationship that has a safe space for tough and untouchable topics is essential to my work.
(341) 999-7319 View (341) 999-7319
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Cindy J Stanberry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034
I work with a variety of issues including depression, addictions, grief, mid-life crisis, relationships, parenting, spirituality.
I provide a safe environment in which to explore and develop insight into patterns in your life. I am a Certified Jungian Analyst, working from a Jungian-oriented perspective, helping to develop a relationship between the conscious and unconscious. People often seek a therapist due to a crisis, or possibly because they've developed an awareness that something is not working in their lives anymore. We will work together to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, so that you can change old patterns and live your life with integrity, authenticity and meaning. Thus, our work becomes a practice that tends to soul.
I work with a variety of issues including depression, addictions, grief, mid-life crisis, relationships, parenting, spirituality.
I provide a safe environment in which to explore and develop insight into patterns in your life. I am a Certified Jungian Analyst, working from a Jungian-oriented perspective, helping to develop a relationship between the conscious and unconscious. People often seek a therapist due to a crisis, or possibly because they've developed an awareness that something is not working in their lives anymore. We will work together to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, so that you can change old patterns and live your life with integrity, authenticity and meaning. Thus, our work becomes a practice that tends to soul.
(424) 294-8203 View (424) 294-8203
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Katie Massey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
My experience includes spirituality and dream work, LGBTQ+, obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and attachment and relational issues.
Do you find yourself struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? Are obsessive compulsive behaviors creating a negative impact on your personal or professional life? Have you found it difficult to find purpose or direction? With a specialization in Spiritual and Depth Psychology I utilize evidenced-based interventions and protocols such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques and coping skills to empower my clients to live their best possible lives.
My experience includes spirituality and dream work, LGBTQ+, obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and attachment and relational issues.
Do you find yourself struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? Are obsessive compulsive behaviors creating a negative impact on your personal or professional life? Have you found it difficult to find purpose or direction? With a specialization in Spiritual and Depth Psychology I utilize evidenced-based interventions and protocols such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques and coping skills to empower my clients to live their best possible lives.
(424) 622-6654 View (424) 622-6654
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Nnenna Ndika
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93711  (Online Only)
I treat a wide range of emotional/behavioral disturbances and mental illnesses, and I have experienced diversity, multiculturalism, acculturation, spirituality, self-awareness, and relationships have huge impacts on psychological adjustment and quality of life.
Healing is a personal and unique journey for each individual, which might be made more tolerable and attainable within a secure and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. If you are experiencing mood disturbances, anxiety, relationship difficulties, acculturative stress and other stress related issues, current distress due to past traumatic experiences, chronic pain issues, grief and loss, hallucinatory experiences, phase of life/mid life crisis, and abuse issues, I can be of support to you.
I treat a wide range of emotional/behavioral disturbances and mental illnesses, and I have experienced diversity, multiculturalism, acculturation, spirituality, self-awareness, and relationships have huge impacts on psychological adjustment and quality of life.
Healing is a personal and unique journey for each individual, which might be made more tolerable and attainable within a secure and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. If you are experiencing mood disturbances, anxiety, relationship difficulties, acculturative stress and other stress related issues, current distress due to past traumatic experiences, chronic pain issues, grief and loss, hallucinatory experiences, phase of life/mid life crisis, and abuse issues, I can be of support to you.
(559) 927-7007 View (559) 927-7007
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Anne Dinkelspiel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94707  (Online Only)
I work with many people whose spirituality is central to their lives.
I am a seasoned clinician with expertise to accompany you on your inner journey. I am flexible in my approach so that I can respond to the particular needs you bring to therapy. At one point you may need support and practical tools for addressing experiences that are painful or challenging. At another time, you may need room to explore the patterns of thought, feeling or behavior that are puzzling to you, including more unconscious factors that may be exerting their invisible influence on your life. I see people from a variety of backgrounds, including many therapists.
I work with many people whose spirituality is central to their lives.
I am a seasoned clinician with expertise to accompany you on your inner journey. I am flexible in my approach so that I can respond to the particular needs you bring to therapy. At one point you may need support and practical tools for addressing experiences that are painful or challenging. At another time, you may need room to explore the patterns of thought, feeling or behavior that are puzzling to you, including more unconscious factors that may be exerting their invisible influence on your life. I see people from a variety of backgrounds, including many therapists.
(510) 470-7896 View (510) 470-7896
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Vincent Nunez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691  (Online Only)
I offer counseling from a Christian perspective where all faiths, denominations, and spirituality are welcome and respected.
I offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care from a Christian perspective. I treat clinical mental health diagnoses such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and loss. My approach addresses the psychological and spiritual components that hinder personal growth and well-being.
I offer counseling from a Christian perspective where all faiths, denominations, and spirituality are welcome and respected.
I offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care from a Christian perspective. I treat clinical mental health diagnoses such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and loss. My approach addresses the psychological and spiritual components that hinder personal growth and well-being.
(949) 694-4197 View (949) 694-4197
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Felicia Matto-Shepard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Petaluma, CA 94952
I am a Jungian Analyst with specialized training in dreamwork, creativity and the intersection of spirituality and psychology.
It is complicated to chose a therapist from such a long list of possibilities. It is equally challenging to tell you about my work in a few short paragraphs! Nevertheless, here I go: I can help with anxiety, depression, grief, lack of direction, life transitions - marriage, divorce, life threatening illness, empty nest - as well as early trauma, spiritual crisis and sexuality issues. I also specialize in the integration of psychedelic experiences and hold a Certificate in Psychedelic Therapy and Research from CIIS. I am fairly interactive and I maintain a sense of humor, even in the midst of very difficult situations.
I am a Jungian Analyst with specialized training in dreamwork, creativity and the intersection of spirituality and psychology.
It is complicated to chose a therapist from such a long list of possibilities. It is equally challenging to tell you about my work in a few short paragraphs! Nevertheless, here I go: I can help with anxiety, depression, grief, lack of direction, life transitions - marriage, divorce, life threatening illness, empty nest - as well as early trauma, spiritual crisis and sexuality issues. I also specialize in the integration of psychedelic experiences and hold a Certificate in Psychedelic Therapy and Research from CIIS. I am fairly interactive and I maintain a sense of humor, even in the midst of very difficult situations.
(707) 635-5954 View (707) 635-5954
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Soul Restoration Project
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Are you looking for counseling that integrates your Christian faith into the healing process? Are you looking for a therapist who can both understand the issue you struggle with as well as your spirituality? The Soul Restoration Project is a group of Marriage and Family Therapists (licensed and pre-licensed) who help individuals and couples find hope and healing. With nine therapists on staff we have a number of areas of expertise including: sexual addiction, relationship issues, eating disorders, couples therapy, grief, trauma, depression, anxiety and parenting.
Are you looking for counseling that integrates your Christian faith into the healing process? Are you looking for a therapist who can both understand the issue you struggle with as well as your spirituality? The Soul Restoration Project is a group of Marriage and Family Therapists (licensed and pre-licensed) who help individuals and couples find hope and healing. With nine therapists on staff we have a number of areas of expertise including: sexual addiction, relationship issues, eating disorders, couples therapy, grief, trauma, depression, anxiety and parenting.
(714) 702-1730 x3 View (714) 702-1730 x3
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Daniel Rockers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95819
Coaching hundreds of individuals taught me much about motivation, spirituality and achievement.
I help individuals realize their potential, whether it is in a spiritual direction or in motivation to perform better in life. The underlying principles are the same. I work in a "positive psychology" format, which means that there is often more focus on one's existing strengths, instead of on some deficit or illness. I help people look at the workings of the mind, and to improve through specific exercises and homework. The ideal client is one who recognizes that they feel stuck and is willing to take the necessary actions to begin moving forward.
Coaching hundreds of individuals taught me much about motivation, spirituality and achievement.
I help individuals realize their potential, whether it is in a spiritual direction or in motivation to perform better in life. The underlying principles are the same. I work in a "positive psychology" format, which means that there is often more focus on one's existing strengths, instead of on some deficit or illness. I help people look at the workings of the mind, and to improve through specific exercises and homework. The ideal client is one who recognizes that they feel stuck and is willing to take the necessary actions to begin moving forward.
(916) 226-4407 View (916) 226-4407
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Barbara C Freie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Camarillo, CA 93010
I am deeply interested in EMDR Playful Inner Child Creative Expressive Art Therapy Self Awareness Self Advocacy Identity Spirituality Mindfulness Traumatic Dissociation Flexible Life Transitions T'ai Chi Chih Healing Psyche Archetypes Soul Reintegration.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you in search of a compassionate listener? Someone to support your journey? Let's see if we are a a good fit. I can help you retrieve lost parts of self resulting in a more rewarding life, and resolving emotional trauma that may be interfering with your present. Together, we might access dreams, expressive arts, EMDR, metaphor, movement, mindfulness and mythology, as we journey together through your process. My goal is to collaborate with you to set reachable goals, being with you in the process. I look forward to walking with you through the steps of your journey.
I am deeply interested in EMDR Playful Inner Child Creative Expressive Art Therapy Self Awareness Self Advocacy Identity Spirituality Mindfulness Traumatic Dissociation Flexible Life Transitions T'ai Chi Chih Healing Psyche Archetypes Soul Reintegration.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you in search of a compassionate listener? Someone to support your journey? Let's see if we are a a good fit. I can help you retrieve lost parts of self resulting in a more rewarding life, and resolving emotional trauma that may be interfering with your present. Together, we might access dreams, expressive arts, EMDR, metaphor, movement, mindfulness and mythology, as we journey together through your process. My goal is to collaborate with you to set reachable goals, being with you in the process. I look forward to walking with you through the steps of your journey.
(805) 308-6346 View (805) 308-6346
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Scott Gordon
Registered Psychological Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94703
We'll dive deep into beliefs, emotions, somatic experiences, memories, spirituality, dreams, hopes, and more to understand the root causes of suffering.
My approach as a relational and somatic therapist is to create a collaborative space to explore your relationship with yourself, others, and the world. We will unearth unconscious beliefs and patterns to help you live a more connected and fulfilling life. Our work together will, hopefully, help you relieve suffering, foster growth, and develop insight in all dimensions of your life.
We'll dive deep into beliefs, emotions, somatic experiences, memories, spirituality, dreams, hopes, and more to understand the root causes of suffering.
My approach as a relational and somatic therapist is to create a collaborative space to explore your relationship with yourself, others, and the world. We will unearth unconscious beliefs and patterns to help you live a more connected and fulfilling life. Our work together will, hopefully, help you relieve suffering, foster growth, and develop insight in all dimensions of your life.
(415) 965-3599 View (415) 965-3599
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Eliot Altschul
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arcata, CA 95521  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Having been in the field for over 30 years, I consider myself to be a seasoned generalist. I enjoy working with people presenting with a broad range of psychological concerns. Some of my areas of interest and specialty include Sexuality and Gender, Identity Development, Mindfulness, and Spirituality. My work is inclusive and queer-affirming. I enjoy working with relationship dynamics of all types, and my approach is interpersonal and depth oriented.
Having been in the field for over 30 years, I consider myself to be a seasoned generalist. I enjoy working with people presenting with a broad range of psychological concerns. Some of my areas of interest and specialty include Sexuality and Gender, Identity Development, Mindfulness, and Spirituality. My work is inclusive and queer-affirming. I enjoy working with relationship dynamics of all types, and my approach is interpersonal and depth oriented.
(707) 466-5644 View (707) 466-5644
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Stephanie (Sulea) Boone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tustin, CA 92780
She enjoys working with people who suffer with the following issues: depression, anxiety, stage of life concerns, attachment issues, early childhood/developmental trauma, sexuality, spirituality, and relationship distress.
Stephanie is passionate about journeying alongside adults and adolescents as they experience the difficulties of life transitions and discover who they truly are. People often find themselves in painful relational patterns and spaces of internal suffering that hinder them from living the fulfilled life they desire. Stephanie believes that deeply exploring oneself from a holistic and creative posture is what allows people to authentically live in the freedom of who they truly are.
She enjoys working with people who suffer with the following issues: depression, anxiety, stage of life concerns, attachment issues, early childhood/developmental trauma, sexuality, spirituality, and relationship distress.
Stephanie is passionate about journeying alongside adults and adolescents as they experience the difficulties of life transitions and discover who they truly are. People often find themselves in painful relational patterns and spaces of internal suffering that hinder them from living the fulfilled life they desire. Stephanie believes that deeply exploring oneself from a holistic and creative posture is what allows people to authentically live in the freedom of who they truly are.
(714) 455-1904 View (714) 455-1904
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Cory Ball
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Ana, CA 92705
I have helped people with marital/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, loss/bereavement, trauma, spirituality, physical/sexual/emotional abuse, self-esteem, personal growth, anger, and more.
Life poses many challenges and seasons for us all and most of the time we are able to take control of these situations in a healthy manner and move forward. However, sometimes we are unexpectedly troubled by our experiences and need help navigating beyond them. It is with these moments that therapy can offer insight into the cause, objective feedback, and treatment that will help you to move forward in a happy and healthy way.
I have helped people with marital/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, loss/bereavement, trauma, spirituality, physical/sexual/emotional abuse, self-esteem, personal growth, anger, and more.
Life poses many challenges and seasons for us all and most of the time we are able to take control of these situations in a healthy manner and move forward. However, sometimes we are unexpectedly troubled by our experiences and need help navigating beyond them. It is with these moments that therapy can offer insight into the cause, objective feedback, and treatment that will help you to move forward in a happy and healthy way.
(949) 536-7324 View (949) 536-7324
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Dr. Stephen Wong
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MA, MDiv, PPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
We specialize on working with individuals and families who suffer from depression, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, low self-esteem, academic issues, marital conflicts, communication issues, ADHD, and spirituality, etc.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a PhD in Counseling Education and a California School Counseling credential. In the past 25 years, I have the privilege to work with numerous families and individuals in different capacities at various settings including schools, faith based organizations, private clinics, community mental health clinics, and national health care networks. Along side with me, I work with a group of therapists who are passionate on achieving goals and resolving challenges with their clients.
We specialize on working with individuals and families who suffer from depression, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, low self-esteem, academic issues, marital conflicts, communication issues, ADHD, and spirituality, etc.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a PhD in Counseling Education and a California School Counseling credential. In the past 25 years, I have the privilege to work with numerous families and individuals in different capacities at various settings including schools, faith based organizations, private clinics, community mental health clinics, and national health care networks. Along side with me, I work with a group of therapists who are passionate on achieving goals and resolving challenges with their clients.
(626) 478-3426 View (626) 478-3426
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Carmen Regina Martines
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
In these uncertain times I am committed to provide warm, strong, calming help. I offer in person session for vaccinated clients as well as telehealth, video or phone. My potential client is looking for support around issues of family neglect in childhood, alcohol or drug abuse, anxiety, depression, communication, and boundary setting in relationships--whether family, romantic, friendships or at work. They may be struggling with accessing or enjoying their creativity and expressions of it. They may also be looking for support around discovering spirituality or a fuller expression of living.
In these uncertain times I am committed to provide warm, strong, calming help. I offer in person session for vaccinated clients as well as telehealth, video or phone. My potential client is looking for support around issues of family neglect in childhood, alcohol or drug abuse, anxiety, depression, communication, and boundary setting in relationships--whether family, romantic, friendships or at work. They may be struggling with accessing or enjoying their creativity and expressions of it. They may also be looking for support around discovering spirituality or a fuller expression of living.
(415) 636-6514 View (415) 636-6514
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Brittany Woodard
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92116  (Online Only)
Using humor combined with spirituality, you will clarify and transform any uncertainties into opportunities for becoming the person you were meant to be.
Do you find that your worries and fears are stopping you from truly enjoying your life? A Healing journey with Brittany (that's me) is more than just therapy: it's a lighthearted but intelligent way to transform your challenges, stress, fears and difficult feelings into a better version of YOU. My sessions blend deep dialog with guided meditation and mindful activities. I will encourage you to break out of your comfort zone, have fun, and let loose!
Using humor combined with spirituality, you will clarify and transform any uncertainties into opportunities for becoming the person you were meant to be.
Do you find that your worries and fears are stopping you from truly enjoying your life? A Healing journey with Brittany (that's me) is more than just therapy: it's a lighthearted but intelligent way to transform your challenges, stress, fears and difficult feelings into a better version of YOU. My sessions blend deep dialog with guided meditation and mindful activities. I will encourage you to break out of your comfort zone, have fun, and let loose!
(619) 612-5037 x8 View (619) 612-5037 x8
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Sharon Andrews
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568  (Online Only)
For those clients who are interested in integrating their spiritual beliefs into therapy, I have extensive training in the integration of therapy and spirituality.
I am passionate about therapy that produces lasting, inner healing! I use a combination of several psychological theories, depending on what will best meet my client's needs, including ImTT and EMDR, to help clients experience healing and change in the places where their pain originated. This not only creates symptom reduction and/or extinction but also produces an outcome of inner peace, joy and freedom, putting an end to trying harder, pretending or "white-knuckling" through. I love this work and look forward to connecting with you in your journey toward emotional wholeness!
For those clients who are interested in integrating their spiritual beliefs into therapy, I have extensive training in the integration of therapy and spirituality.
I am passionate about therapy that produces lasting, inner healing! I use a combination of several psychological theories, depending on what will best meet my client's needs, including ImTT and EMDR, to help clients experience healing and change in the places where their pain originated. This not only creates symptom reduction and/or extinction but also produces an outcome of inner peace, joy and freedom, putting an end to trying harder, pretending or "white-knuckling" through. I love this work and look forward to connecting with you in your journey toward emotional wholeness!
(925) 854-4071 View (925) 854-4071
Spirituality Therapists

What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?

Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.

What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?

There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.

Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?

Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.

How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?

​​Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.