Christian Therapists in Charlottesville, VA
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—within yourself, your relationships, or your work? You may be carrying emotional or relational pain, navigating disconnection, burnout, or life transitions, or sensing that something more is possible but unclear. You want to understand yourself honestly, engage your relationships more thoughtfully, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose. You’re not looking for quick fixes, but for meaningful, sustainable change.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you—within yourself, your relationships, or your work? You may be carrying emotional or relational pain, navigating disconnection, burnout, or life transitions, or sensing that something more is possible but unclear. You want to understand yourself honestly, engage your relationships more thoughtfully, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose. You’re not looking for quick fixes, but for meaningful, sustainable change.
Dr. Amy Kale Fraites
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT-S, CCPT-S, CPRT-S
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Is your child having challenges at home, at school, or with siblings and friends? You might notice big emotions, worry, frustration, withdrawal, or changes in behavior that leave you feeling concerned or unsure how to help. They may be coping with stress, health challenges, learning differences, or loss. You want to better understand your child’s inner world, support their growth, and strengthen your connection, while feeling more confident, calm, and supported as you help them navigate life’s challenges.
Is your child having challenges at home, at school, or with siblings and friends? You might notice big emotions, worry, frustration, withdrawal, or changes in behavior that leave you feeling concerned or unsure how to help. They may be coping with stress, health challenges, learning differences, or loss. You want to better understand your child’s inner world, support their growth, and strengthen your connection, while feeling more confident, calm, and supported as you help them navigate life’s challenges.
I provide a safe and supportive place to explore and heal the roots of my clients' struggles. I view counseling as a transformational process that enables clients to heal from past wounds and experiences in order to better connect with themselves, others, and God. Working from an attachment perspective, I enjoy helping my clients work through challenging personal and spiritual issues, life transitions, relationship difficulties, wounds from childhood, trauma and anxiety/stress. I believe that ultimately it is God's healing presence in the midst of this process that brings hope, freedom and restoration.
I provide a safe and supportive place to explore and heal the roots of my clients' struggles. I view counseling as a transformational process that enables clients to heal from past wounds and experiences in order to better connect with themselves, others, and God. Working from an attachment perspective, I enjoy helping my clients work through challenging personal and spiritual issues, life transitions, relationship difficulties, wounds from childhood, trauma and anxiety/stress. I believe that ultimately it is God's healing presence in the midst of this process that brings hope, freedom and restoration.
I offer Christian integration if desired, and have experience with the LGBTQIA+ community.
I’m so glad you’re here, because you deserve support. You are deeply valued, and if you’re struggling to believe that, exhausted by your relationship with food, movement, or your body, or carrying the weight of trauma and anxiety, you are not alone. There is hope. I’m a resident in counseling based in Charlottesville, VA, passionate about walking alongside teens, college students, and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. Therapy with me is holistic, trauma-informed, and aligned with Health at Every Size (HAES). Here, you’re allowed to feel, be yourself, and even have fun.
I offer Christian integration if desired, and have experience with the LGBTQIA+ community.
I’m so glad you’re here, because you deserve support. You are deeply valued, and if you’re struggling to believe that, exhausted by your relationship with food, movement, or your body, or carrying the weight of trauma and anxiety, you are not alone. There is hope. I’m a resident in counseling based in Charlottesville, VA, passionate about walking alongside teens, college students, and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. Therapy with me is holistic, trauma-informed, and aligned with Health at Every Size (HAES). Here, you’re allowed to feel, be yourself, and even have fun.
Hello, I’m Elise! I work with children, adolescents, and young adults ages 3–21 navigating emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. I create a warm, safe, and collaborative space where clients feel understood and supported. I guide clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
Hello, I’m Elise! I work with children, adolescents, and young adults ages 3–21 navigating emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. I create a warm, safe, and collaborative space where clients feel understood and supported. I guide clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
I offer individual therapy for adults, college students, and teens with a focus on increasing self-compassion, managing anxiety, and growing from trauma.
I offer individual therapy for adults, college students, and teens with a focus on increasing self-compassion, managing anxiety, and growing from trauma.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I am honored to support clients on their journey toward healing and resilience. I provide evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, and major life transitions.
My approach emphasizes developing a strong, healthy sense of self while building practical strategies to manage life’s challenges with confidence and balance.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I am honored to support clients on their journey toward healing and resilience. I provide evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, and major life transitions.
My approach emphasizes developing a strong, healthy sense of self while building practical strategies to manage life’s challenges with confidence and balance.
Virginia Center for Family Relations is a faith-based Christian counseling center that has provided evidence-based treatment to the families of Central Virginia since 1986.
There are immediate openings, and you can schedule an appointment right away. Ken is an effective counselor who uses compassion and wisdom to guide his clients to healthier ways of living. He works with a variety of age groups. Children and teens are comfortable sharing their anxieties and fears. Ken works with adults of all ages, providing individual, couples, and family counseling. He has extensive experience working with first responders. He helps people overcome depression, anxiety and other emotional distress. Also, he works with individuals and families dealing with addiction to drugs and alcohol and its impact on the family.
Virginia Center for Family Relations is a faith-based Christian counseling center that has provided evidence-based treatment to the families of Central Virginia since 1986.
There are immediate openings, and you can schedule an appointment right away. Ken is an effective counselor who uses compassion and wisdom to guide his clients to healthier ways of living. He works with a variety of age groups. Children and teens are comfortable sharing their anxieties and fears. Ken works with adults of all ages, providing individual, couples, and family counseling. He has extensive experience working with first responders. He helps people overcome depression, anxiety and other emotional distress. Also, he works with individuals and families dealing with addiction to drugs and alcohol and its impact on the family.
I am a Resident in Counseling with over 2 years of experience. I specialize in working with people who are caregivers, dealing with anxiety and depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, and life adjustments. I received my first Master’s degree in Human Services from Purdue Global University. Throughout that program, I learned the social services system and what resources our community currently needs.
I am a Resident in Counseling with over 2 years of experience. I specialize in working with people who are caregivers, dealing with anxiety and depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, and life adjustments. I received my first Master’s degree in Human Services from Purdue Global University. Throughout that program, I learned the social services system and what resources our community currently needs.
I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness for individuals and couples throughout Virginia. My philosophy centers on the profound mind, body, and spirit connection, tailoring each therapeutic journey to the unique needs of every client. Influenced by methodologies like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and Client-Centered and Solution-Focused Therapies, I provide a comprehensive toolkit for personal growth. I am dedicated to supporting you on your path to improved mental health, with services also available in Spanish.
I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness for individuals and couples throughout Virginia. My philosophy centers on the profound mind, body, and spirit connection, tailoring each therapeutic journey to the unique needs of every client. Influenced by methodologies like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and Client-Centered and Solution-Focused Therapies, I provide a comprehensive toolkit for personal growth. I am dedicated to supporting you on your path to improved mental health, with services also available in Spanish.
Many high-performers know they are capable of achieving more but feel stuck at times. Do you feel that despite having a lot of things together, something is missing that is holding you back? The clients I work with have typically achieved success in many aspects of life, but they struggle in others. When facing challenges that seem insurmountable, we all can benefit from expert guidance and counseling. As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of education and experience, I empower high-achieving professionals, athletes, and couples to reach their goals and create the changes in life they most desire.
Many high-performers know they are capable of achieving more but feel stuck at times. Do you feel that despite having a lot of things together, something is missing that is holding you back? The clients I work with have typically achieved success in many aspects of life, but they struggle in others. When facing challenges that seem insurmountable, we all can benefit from expert guidance and counseling. As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of education and experience, I empower high-achieving professionals, athletes, and couples to reach their goals and create the changes in life they most desire.
Whatever the issue at hand you are dealing with, there is hope. It can be nerve-racking and scary to begin the journey of self-reflection, growth and development but John believes in the healing and restoration of individuals, couples, and families! His specialties are marriage therapy and individual therapy for anxiety, depression, and dealing with the pain of life. I practice in Virginia and Colorado.
Whatever the issue at hand you are dealing with, there is hope. It can be nerve-racking and scary to begin the journey of self-reflection, growth and development but John believes in the healing and restoration of individuals, couples, and families! His specialties are marriage therapy and individual therapy for anxiety, depression, and dealing with the pain of life. I practice in Virginia and Colorado.
I offer Christian-based counseling for clients who wish to incorporate their faith in their healing journey upon request.
Ready for change but unsure where to start? Whether you are new to therapy or are jumping back into it after a break, I can help you make sense of your emotions, behaviors, and thoughts and find a new sense of peace. I provide therapy to adolescents (10+) and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and the effects of trauma. My typical client's goals include learning coping skills, relationship skills, and processing unresolved feelings. As a therapist, I provide evidence-based and client-centered counseling.
I offer Christian-based counseling for clients who wish to incorporate their faith in their healing journey upon request.
Ready for change but unsure where to start? Whether you are new to therapy or are jumping back into it after a break, I can help you make sense of your emotions, behaviors, and thoughts and find a new sense of peace. I provide therapy to adolescents (10+) and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and the effects of trauma. My typical client's goals include learning coping skills, relationship skills, and processing unresolved feelings. As a therapist, I provide evidence-based and client-centered counseling.
As an eclectic therapist, I draw upon a broad set of clinical and life experiences to best meet the needs of my clients. I like to incorporate the unique strengths and knowledge brought to therapy by each individual, couple, and family who I work with. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. You can also listen to my weekly mental health and relationships podcast "Paradigm Radio Show" or at https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/223433.rss. Licensed in Kentucky and Virginia
As an eclectic therapist, I draw upon a broad set of clinical and life experiences to best meet the needs of my clients. I like to incorporate the unique strengths and knowledge brought to therapy by each individual, couple, and family who I work with. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. You can also listen to my weekly mental health and relationships podcast "Paradigm Radio Show" or at https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/223433.rss. Licensed in Kentucky and Virginia
Sports Psychology Expert, Dr. Richard Trammel. I work with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level. My typical client performs great in practice, but can't replicate the same performance in competition. My primary focus is building confidence & eliminating Performance Anxiety using a toolbox approach they can implement from DAY 1. I have worked in the following sports: PGA Golf, USTA, NFL, USA Hockey, Basketball, MLB, Fast Pitch Softball, Cheer, Gymnastics, NCAA Sports, Equestrian, Soccer, Boxing/MMA, Volleyball, Track/Field, Lacrosse, Bowling, Pool, E-Sports, Symphony Orchestra, Business Analytics, Stage.
Sports Psychology Expert, Dr. Richard Trammel. I work with athletes who have the desire to take their game to the next level. My typical client performs great in practice, but can't replicate the same performance in competition. My primary focus is building confidence & eliminating Performance Anxiety using a toolbox approach they can implement from DAY 1. I have worked in the following sports: PGA Golf, USTA, NFL, USA Hockey, Basketball, MLB, Fast Pitch Softball, Cheer, Gymnastics, NCAA Sports, Equestrian, Soccer, Boxing/MMA, Volleyball, Track/Field, Lacrosse, Bowling, Pool, E-Sports, Symphony Orchestra, Business Analytics, Stage.
I'm so glad you're here!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia offering virtual therapy. I work best with motivated individuals who feel stuck and are ready for change, even if they’re not sure where to start. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, life transitions, relationship stress, difficult family dynamics, or identity shifts. I especially love to support women and professionals balancing demanding roles and family. Through a collaborative, supportive approach, I help you understand your story, clarify your goals, and use practical tools to create meaningful, lasting change.
I'm so glad you're here!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia offering virtual therapy. I work best with motivated individuals who feel stuck and are ready for change, even if they’re not sure where to start. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, life transitions, relationship stress, difficult family dynamics, or identity shifts. I especially love to support women and professionals balancing demanding roles and family. Through a collaborative, supportive approach, I help you understand your story, clarify your goals, and use practical tools to create meaningful, lasting change.
Life is tricky... It's hard and messy and has no one right answer, especially now. Therapy is all about you figuring yourself out without judgment or expectations. Therapy with me, is a bit chaotic and messy too, like life. But trust me, the work is worth it. There is no one right way to "do" therapy or to be a client, but it is about you and what you're willing to bring to the table.
Life is tricky... It's hard and messy and has no one right answer, especially now. Therapy is all about you figuring yourself out without judgment or expectations. Therapy with me, is a bit chaotic and messy too, like life. But trust me, the work is worth it. There is no one right way to "do" therapy or to be a client, but it is about you and what you're willing to bring to the table.
Life’s changes—whether big or small—can feel overwhelming. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, or a major life transition, leaving you feeling stuck or unsure of what’s next. I believe that we all have a deep need to feel seen and connected, and I am here to help you find your way forward. In our work together, we will create a safe space to explore your story, build emotional resilience, and discover the courage to live authentically. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate the challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions.
Life’s changes—whether big or small—can feel overwhelming. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, or a major life transition, leaving you feeling stuck or unsure of what’s next. I believe that we all have a deep need to feel seen and connected, and I am here to help you find your way forward. In our work together, we will create a safe space to explore your story, build emotional resilience, and discover the courage to live authentically. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate the challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions.
Jeffrey David Watros
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello. I'm Jeff Watros. Since 1995, I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Perhaps you've noticed one reality that applies to everyone of us: interaction with other human beings. Whether in the context of family, marriage, friend, acquaintance or total stranger, we can find ourselves struggling to understand one another. Sometimes hurt results. However, relationships can be repaired with a willing heart and humble attitude.
Hello. I'm Jeff Watros. Since 1995, I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Perhaps you've noticed one reality that applies to everyone of us: interaction with other human beings. Whether in the context of family, marriage, friend, acquaintance or total stranger, we can find ourselves struggling to understand one another. Sometimes hurt results. However, relationships can be repaired with a willing heart and humble attitude.
Are you tired of constant anxiety or depression in your life? My name is Debbie and I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with these same issues. My clients typically feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward when they first come to me. Through my unique approach, I help clients reach their individual goals.6
My approach is rooted in a person-centered philosophy, which means that I believe every individual has the capacity for growth and change. I will work with you to develop a customized plan that fits your unique needs, personality, and goals. If you are ready to commit to therapy, reach out today!
Are you tired of constant anxiety or depression in your life? My name is Debbie and I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with these same issues. My clients typically feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward when they first come to me. Through my unique approach, I help clients reach their individual goals.6
My approach is rooted in a person-centered philosophy, which means that I believe every individual has the capacity for growth and change. I will work with you to develop a customized plan that fits your unique needs, personality, and goals. If you are ready to commit to therapy, reach out today!
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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.