Spirituality Therapists in Arlington, VA

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Andrea Shipley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22202  (Online Only)
You’ll heal emotional wounds and awaken your authenticity and personal spirituality while consciously creating a more fulfilling future.
Reclaim your life! You're sick of feeling unfulfilled, stressed, and tired. You're losing sight of the deeper meaning in life ... ignoring the spiritual or creative calling inside you. You do your best to live well and take care of your loved ones, but right now you’re feeling like you need help to heal yourself. Now is the time to refocus on your own wellbeing and growth. When you're joyful and healthy, you can do better in every area. Self-care and emotional resilience are essential to reclaiming good health after burnout. Therapy can help you heal and grow into your best self. Reach out to schedule a free consultation today.
You’ll heal emotional wounds and awaken your authenticity and personal spirituality while consciously creating a more fulfilling future.
Reclaim your life! You're sick of feeling unfulfilled, stressed, and tired. You're losing sight of the deeper meaning in life ... ignoring the spiritual or creative calling inside you. You do your best to live well and take care of your loved ones, but right now you’re feeling like you need help to heal yourself. Now is the time to refocus on your own wellbeing and growth. When you're joyful and healthy, you can do better in every area. Self-care and emotional resilience are essential to reclaiming good health after burnout. Therapy can help you heal and grow into your best self. Reach out to schedule a free consultation today.
(804) 331-2930 View (804) 331-2930
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Glen A Chilstrom
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
I practice adult psychotherapy that appreciates and explores the richness and complexity of interactions between body, mind, soul, and spirit. My therapeutic work aims to help clients not only to get 'unstuck' from current symptoms and problems, but also to 'look forward' to their next stage of self-growth. Working with an integral psychology, I draw upon cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic-existential treatment modalities but add meditation, guided imagery, and dream work. In addition to seeing individuals and couples, I guide groups on 'care of the soul', loss and grief and spirituality.
I practice adult psychotherapy that appreciates and explores the richness and complexity of interactions between body, mind, soul, and spirit. My therapeutic work aims to help clients not only to get 'unstuck' from current symptoms and problems, but also to 'look forward' to their next stage of self-growth. Working with an integral psychology, I draw upon cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic-existential treatment modalities but add meditation, guided imagery, and dream work. In addition to seeing individuals and couples, I guide groups on 'care of the soul', loss and grief and spirituality.
(540) 822-0939 View (540) 822-0939
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Newzaira Khan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22209  (Online Only)
I help Muslims and those seeking spirituality to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hello! My name is Newzaira, which translates to someone who sees's the good in others. Do you feel that at times you struggle with finding a deeper meaning in life? Or that little things can trigger a large emotional response? Is it hard to draw kindness to your experiences and others around you?
I help Muslims and those seeking spirituality to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hello! My name is Newzaira, which translates to someone who sees's the good in others. Do you feel that at times you struggle with finding a deeper meaning in life? Or that little things can trigger a large emotional response? Is it hard to draw kindness to your experiences and others around you?
(804) 587-8104 View (804) 587-8104
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Spiritual Direction at CCHC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207
Has our current health climate inspired you to make a change? Spiritual direction is the process of exploring a deeper relationship with the spiritual aspect of being human, and any aspect of your unique, personal, and sacred spirituality. For some, this includes exploring your relationship with the divine, deepening your spiritual identity, or building spiritual practices. For others, it includes exploring spiritual beliefs or values and the degree to which these fit with your personhood. It can involve asking questions, sharing joy, fears, or struggles, getting ‘unstuck’, or creating change in an informed and intentional way.
Has our current health climate inspired you to make a change? Spiritual direction is the process of exploring a deeper relationship with the spiritual aspect of being human, and any aspect of your unique, personal, and sacred spirituality. For some, this includes exploring your relationship with the divine, deepening your spiritual identity, or building spiritual practices. For others, it includes exploring spiritual beliefs or values and the degree to which these fit with your personhood. It can involve asking questions, sharing joy, fears, or struggles, getting ‘unstuck’, or creating change in an informed and intentional way.
(571) 556-9093 View (571) 556-9093
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Rose R Shelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LCPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22202  (Online Only)
Whether you want to talk, are looking for support through difficult times, or looking to make real change in your life, we can work together to achieve dreams, meet goals and rise above the ashes. Using my background as a mental health therapist, a certified addictions counselor, and specializations in spirituality, grief, multiculturalism, and hypnosis, I am sure we can find a way to work together toward your goal of well-being.
Whether you want to talk, are looking for support through difficult times, or looking to make real change in your life, we can work together to achieve dreams, meet goals and rise above the ashes. Using my background as a mental health therapist, a certified addictions counselor, and specializations in spirituality, grief, multiculturalism, and hypnosis, I am sure we can find a way to work together toward your goal of well-being.
(202) 919-8281 View (202) 919-8281
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Janice Quinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22202
I have a specialty in Jungian Analysis which focuses on helping people become more related and involved in love, work, creative endeavors and/or a deepening of spirituality.
I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with life issues particularly anxiety, depression and trauma. Together, we examine areas of struggle or "stuckness" and identify new ways of being more engaged and effective in relationship with others and ourselves. Treatment modalities range from short-term brief, CBT, and problem-focused dynamic therapies to longer-term analytic work. For individuals seeking greater self-growth, I am a fully-trained and certified Jungian psychoanalyst and use dreams and active imagination to identify unconscious material that may lead an individual to a greater sense of life fulfillment and ultimately joy!
I have a specialty in Jungian Analysis which focuses on helping people become more related and involved in love, work, creative endeavors and/or a deepening of spirituality.
I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with life issues particularly anxiety, depression and trauma. Together, we examine areas of struggle or "stuckness" and identify new ways of being more engaged and effective in relationship with others and ourselves. Treatment modalities range from short-term brief, CBT, and problem-focused dynamic therapies to longer-term analytic work. For individuals seeking greater self-growth, I am a fully-trained and certified Jungian psychoanalyst and use dreams and active imagination to identify unconscious material that may lead an individual to a greater sense of life fulfillment and ultimately joy!
(202) 230-9736 View (202) 230-9736
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Patricia Collins
Counselor, MA, MS, RDN, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22207
I use my intuition, empathy and knowledge in exercise physiology, nutrition, stress management, psychology and spirituality to provide a unique overview of how things are connected.
Thank you for visiting! I create a space of safety and security so you can explore what is blocking your ability to enjoy and embrace your life. We work together to create or recreate new perspectives. If you are in a state of depression or anxiety or reliving past traumas, we can discover methods unique to your needs that help you move out of fear. Our goal is to help you reconnect with your best self, to be centered in self, feel empowered to make the best choice for your wellbeing.
I use my intuition, empathy and knowledge in exercise physiology, nutrition, stress management, psychology and spirituality to provide a unique overview of how things are connected.
Thank you for visiting! I create a space of safety and security so you can explore what is blocking your ability to enjoy and embrace your life. We work together to create or recreate new perspectives. If you are in a state of depression or anxiety or reliving past traumas, we can discover methods unique to your needs that help you move out of fear. Our goal is to help you reconnect with your best self, to be centered in self, feel empowered to make the best choice for your wellbeing.
(571) 200-1266 View (571) 200-1266
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Melinda Mecham Jensen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
I help patients incorporate their strengths, skills, and spirituality into their therapy to increase the quality of their lives.
www.mindymjensen.com Most People explore therapy when they are aware they want more out of life. Therapy is a process of examining wants and behaviors, and establishing a course to achieve those goals more effectively. I work with people in individual and group psychotherapy. I also work with couples with a co-therapist, allowing each client to feel like they have an advocate in the room. This helps the couple identify, negotiate and achieve their goals whether individually or collectively.
I help patients incorporate their strengths, skills, and spirituality into their therapy to increase the quality of their lives.
www.mindymjensen.com Most People explore therapy when they are aware they want more out of life. Therapy is a process of examining wants and behaviors, and establishing a course to achieve those goals more effectively. I work with people in individual and group psychotherapy. I also work with couples with a co-therapist, allowing each client to feel like they have an advocate in the room. This helps the couple identify, negotiate and achieve their goals whether individually or collectively.
(540) 212-2081 View (540) 212-2081
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Eagles Wings Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22202
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
(706) 550-9567 View (706) 550-9567
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Amy M V Bowers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
While I practice as a generalist, my particular areas of interest and expertise include sexual orientation, gender-related issues, grief/loss, body image/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, stress management, relationship dynamics/difficulties, adjustments related to life transitions such as aging and parenting, spirituality, and questions of identity and purpose.
It takes admirable courage to seek fuller understanding of ourselves and our struggles and to risk new ways of living. I provide a trusting, respectful setting to examine concerns thoughtfully. My approach is empathic, warm, and marked by compassionate curiosity about one's difficulties and beneficial ways to address them. I emphasize increasing awareness of the issues in question and developing coping responses that are useful, intentional, and aligned with one's needs and values. Successful psychotherapy is challenging, rewarding work aiming toward deeper self-awareness, genuine and fulfilling relationships, and consideration of situational factors that contribute to difficulties.
While I practice as a generalist, my particular areas of interest and expertise include sexual orientation, gender-related issues, grief/loss, body image/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, stress management, relationship dynamics/difficulties, adjustments related to life transitions such as aging and parenting, spirituality, and questions of identity and purpose.
It takes admirable courage to seek fuller understanding of ourselves and our struggles and to risk new ways of living. I provide a trusting, respectful setting to examine concerns thoughtfully. My approach is empathic, warm, and marked by compassionate curiosity about one's difficulties and beneficial ways to address them. I emphasize increasing awareness of the issues in question and developing coping responses that are useful, intentional, and aligned with one's needs and values. Successful psychotherapy is challenging, rewarding work aiming toward deeper self-awareness, genuine and fulfilling relationships, and consideration of situational factors that contribute to difficulties.
(703) 828-0371 View (703) 828-0371
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David W Hoover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
I believe that healthy spirituality enhances excellent mental health.
I am interested in helping people overcome old messages that interfere with life today.I am especially good at incorporating spiritual healing into my practice. Anxiety and depression are often the result of habitual negative self talk. I can help people focus on ways to manage depression, anxiety and sexual compulsions.
I believe that healthy spirituality enhances excellent mental health.
I am interested in helping people overcome old messages that interfere with life today.I am especially good at incorporating spiritual healing into my practice. Anxiety and depression are often the result of habitual negative self talk. I can help people focus on ways to manage depression, anxiety and sexual compulsions.
(301) 684-5363 View (301) 684-5363
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Barry Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCDC, BCIAEEG
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22204
My main treatment orientations are cognitive behavioral, family systems, and Christian spirituality.
For the past 25 years, I have worked in a variety of treatment settings (inpatient, chemical dependency, and intensive outpatient, abused persons programs, and crisis intervention) and am prepared to help men, women, couples, and adolescents to recover and heal from such issues as depression, anxiety, marital distress, sexual addiction, trauma and dissociative disorders, and family distress. I am trained in cognitive behavioral, family systems, Emotionally Focused Couples therapy, neurofeedback, EMDR, and 12-step addictions recovery, including alcoholism, drug addiction, sexual addiction, and codependency.
My main treatment orientations are cognitive behavioral, family systems, and Christian spirituality.
For the past 25 years, I have worked in a variety of treatment settings (inpatient, chemical dependency, and intensive outpatient, abused persons programs, and crisis intervention) and am prepared to help men, women, couples, and adolescents to recover and heal from such issues as depression, anxiety, marital distress, sexual addiction, trauma and dissociative disorders, and family distress. I am trained in cognitive behavioral, family systems, Emotionally Focused Couples therapy, neurofeedback, EMDR, and 12-step addictions recovery, including alcoholism, drug addiction, sexual addiction, and codependency.
(888) 725-4642 View (888) 725-4642
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Michael Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22204
I have extensive experience on such issues as depression, anxiety, OCD, grief & loss, addiction, self-esteem, sexual minorities, spirituality, relationships, career stalemates, lack of fulfillment, and difficult transitions.
Whether you're looking to set a new course in life, heal a wounded heart, break from unhealthy habits, I can teach you strategies and skills to become the person you want to be. Any positive change requires awareness, determination, and effort. At heartsandmindshealth, my goal is to improve your mental health and well-being. I take an insight-oriented, solution-focused approach to our work, After setting mutually-determined treatment objectives, I help individuals, couples, and groups achieve life goals, heal emotional wounds, become "unstuck", or break free from unhealthy patterns.
I have extensive experience on such issues as depression, anxiety, OCD, grief & loss, addiction, self-esteem, sexual minorities, spirituality, relationships, career stalemates, lack of fulfillment, and difficult transitions.
Whether you're looking to set a new course in life, heal a wounded heart, break from unhealthy habits, I can teach you strategies and skills to become the person you want to be. Any positive change requires awareness, determination, and effort. At heartsandmindshealth, my goal is to improve your mental health and well-being. I take an insight-oriented, solution-focused approach to our work, After setting mutually-determined treatment objectives, I help individuals, couples, and groups achieve life goals, heal emotional wounds, become "unstuck", or break free from unhealthy patterns.
(703) 957-7068 View (703) 957-7068
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Angelique Bush
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22207
I utilize a creative and eclectic approach, incorporating evidence-based interventions including CBT, DBT with art, movement, and spirituality.
Being a therapist is a great privilege and honor. I am deeply passionate about working with older teens, college students, and young adults as they navigate the unique challenges life throws at them. I specialize in working with people who are struggling with anxiety and depression, as well as times of stress, adjustment, transitioning and changing identity to help reach a sense of authenticity, fulfillment, and well being again.
I utilize a creative and eclectic approach, incorporating evidence-based interventions including CBT, DBT with art, movement, and spirituality.
Being a therapist is a great privilege and honor. I am deeply passionate about working with older teens, college students, and young adults as they navigate the unique challenges life throws at them. I specialize in working with people who are struggling with anxiety and depression, as well as times of stress, adjustment, transitioning and changing identity to help reach a sense of authenticity, fulfillment, and well being again.
(571) 556-8630 View (571) 556-8630
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Eugene Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, Dipl
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
I have extensive training and experience in general psychotherapy for emotional difficulties, relationships, personal growth and spirituality as well as specific expertise in coming-out, sexual abuse and domestic violence.
Psychotherapy can be many things: from understanding and gaining control of a major emotional or substance abuse problem, to improving a partner or family relationship, to knowing yourself better. Our “mental health” like our physical health can benefit greatly from a skilled helper to address a sudden major problem or provide long-term support to be stronger and achieve our potential. Good individual, couple/family or group therapy can address the kind of work you need for where you are in life, whether you are facing a major crisis or looking for the insight and support you need to be who you can truly be.
I have extensive training and experience in general psychotherapy for emotional difficulties, relationships, personal growth and spirituality as well as specific expertise in coming-out, sexual abuse and domestic violence.
Psychotherapy can be many things: from understanding and gaining control of a major emotional or substance abuse problem, to improving a partner or family relationship, to knowing yourself better. Our “mental health” like our physical health can benefit greatly from a skilled helper to address a sudden major problem or provide long-term support to be stronger and achieve our potential. Good individual, couple/family or group therapy can address the kind of work you need for where you are in life, whether you are facing a major crisis or looking for the insight and support you need to be who you can truly be.
(202) 953-5851 View (202) 953-5851
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Dr. Charlotte Howson
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201  (Online Only)
With the right clinician, therapy can change your life in powerful and lasting ways. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, chronic pain, self esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma and PTSD, and women's issues. Whether you are facing prolonged challenges, a current crisis, or simply feeling like something is "off," my goal is to help facilitate a deeper understanding of yourself, and ultimately a greater sense of well-being and peace. I hold safety, trust, and respect as pivotal elements of effective therapy, and approach each client as a unique individual with distinct strengths and needs.
With the right clinician, therapy can change your life in powerful and lasting ways. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, chronic pain, self esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma and PTSD, and women's issues. Whether you are facing prolonged challenges, a current crisis, or simply feeling like something is "off," my goal is to help facilitate a deeper understanding of yourself, and ultimately a greater sense of well-being and peace. I hold safety, trust, and respect as pivotal elements of effective therapy, and approach each client as a unique individual with distinct strengths and needs.
(571) 570-3456 View (571) 570-3456
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Virginia Therapy & Wellness
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22201
We are a group of highly skilled therapists who work with adolescents, adults, couples & families who struggle with relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, OCD, self esteem, life transitions, coping skills, PTSD, chronic illness, spirituality, depression, grief, and more. We provide compassionate, holistic, culturally-sensitive care, and embrace diversity and inclusivity. Whether you're looking to develop skills, or for someone to listen and care about what you're going through, one of our therapists is bound to be a good fit. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us. We look forward to working with you!
We are a group of highly skilled therapists who work with adolescents, adults, couples & families who struggle with relationship issues, family conflict, anxiety, OCD, self esteem, life transitions, coping skills, PTSD, chronic illness, spirituality, depression, grief, and more. We provide compassionate, holistic, culturally-sensitive care, and embrace diversity and inclusivity. Whether you're looking to develop skills, or for someone to listen and care about what you're going through, one of our therapists is bound to be a good fit. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us. We look forward to working with you!
(571) 655-3767 View (571) 655-3767
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Shelley Fontanella
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22204
Life can be difficult and at times leave wounds, but with some work we can be restored. I am an interactive therapist who feels privileged to walk alongside of my clients through various life situations. I see counseling as a relationship where you set aside time to evaluate where you are in life and where you want to be. As the counselor, I see my job as helping you to problem solve difficult areas of your life and facilitate self investigation into your past and current behaviors and thoughts with the end goal of bringing you greater fulfillment.
Life can be difficult and at times leave wounds, but with some work we can be restored. I am an interactive therapist who feels privileged to walk alongside of my clients through various life situations. I see counseling as a relationship where you set aside time to evaluate where you are in life and where you want to be. As the counselor, I see my job as helping you to problem solve difficult areas of your life and facilitate self investigation into your past and current behaviors and thoughts with the end goal of bringing you greater fulfillment.
(703) 468-8168 View (703) 468-8168
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Rock Recovery
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22209
Are you tired of fighting food and your body? Rock Recovery is a nonprofit that provides affordable eating disorder therapy to adults and teens (ages 14+) who want to find peace with food and their bodies. We offer individual and group therapy virtually in VA, MD, and DC as well as in-person services in Arlington, VA. In addition to eating disorders, we work with related issues like body dissatisfaction, chronic dieting, orthorexia, and intuitive eating. Whether you're looking for group care to add to your current treatment or you need an individual therapist, we'd love to partner with you in your healing and recovery.
Are you tired of fighting food and your body? Rock Recovery is a nonprofit that provides affordable eating disorder therapy to adults and teens (ages 14+) who want to find peace with food and their bodies. We offer individual and group therapy virtually in VA, MD, and DC as well as in-person services in Arlington, VA. In addition to eating disorders, we work with related issues like body dissatisfaction, chronic dieting, orthorexia, and intuitive eating. Whether you're looking for group care to add to your current treatment or you need an individual therapist, we'd love to partner with you in your healing and recovery.
(703) 349-7496 View (703) 349-7496
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Victoria Mwongela
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MSc, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22209
I help people when life is not going the way they expected. I work with individuals and groups as they navigate issues like anxiety, questions of identity and faith, relationships, conflict and depression. Since earning my Masters at Johns Hopkins University, I have been committed to providing quality services to all my clients. As a therapist, I am inspired by the techniques introduced through CBT, DBT, Existential and Client-Centered theorists.
I help people when life is not going the way they expected. I work with individuals and groups as they navigate issues like anxiety, questions of identity and faith, relationships, conflict and depression. Since earning my Masters at Johns Hopkins University, I have been committed to providing quality services to all my clients. As a therapist, I am inspired by the techniques introduced through CBT, DBT, Existential and Client-Centered theorists.
(240) 221-6814 View (240) 221-6814
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.