Christian Therapists in Williamsburg, VA
As faith is central in my own life personally, I am happy to incorporate a Biblical worldview into session upon request.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and moms to overcome anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. I hope to help you uncover the root of your fears and to take steps toward courage and vulnerability. I work with clients who are seeking to intentionally create rhythms that lead to greater peace, purpose, and joy in life.
As faith is central in my own life personally, I am happy to incorporate a Biblical worldview into session upon request.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and moms to overcome anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. I hope to help you uncover the root of your fears and to take steps toward courage and vulnerability. I work with clients who are seeking to intentionally create rhythms that lead to greater peace, purpose, and joy in life.
Many people reach out looking for the right fit in therapy...and that’s where I focus most. While my availability is limited, I lead a team of therapists at Complete Therapeutic Solutions and help connect individuals, couples, and families with a counselor who fits their needs well.
My background includes outpatient, in-home, and inpatient work. I use CBT with a person-centered approach, and draw from Gottman methods in couples work to help improve communication, rebuild trust, and create lasting change.
Many people reach out looking for the right fit in therapy...and that’s where I focus most. While my availability is limited, I lead a team of therapists at Complete Therapeutic Solutions and help connect individuals, couples, and families with a counselor who fits their needs well.
My background includes outpatient, in-home, and inpatient work. I use CBT with a person-centered approach, and draw from Gottman methods in couples work to help improve communication, rebuild trust, and create lasting change.
Life can be quite an emotional rollercoaster, with highs and lows that can be equally nerve-wracking and nauseating. Perhaps your own ride has taken a turn that has made you feel hopeless or out of control. As your therapist, I'm prepared to join you on this ride. Together, we’ll explore your story, access the depth of your emotions, and identify patterns in your life that may be a useful guide. Whether sharing in your excitement or helping you through difficult periods, I seek to create a compassionate space where you feel safe and understood - even if it means helping you find that trashcan to throw up in while figuring it all out
Life can be quite an emotional rollercoaster, with highs and lows that can be equally nerve-wracking and nauseating. Perhaps your own ride has taken a turn that has made you feel hopeless or out of control. As your therapist, I'm prepared to join you on this ride. Together, we’ll explore your story, access the depth of your emotions, and identify patterns in your life that may be a useful guide. Whether sharing in your excitement or helping you through difficult periods, I seek to create a compassionate space where you feel safe and understood - even if it means helping you find that trashcan to throw up in while figuring it all out
Welcome! My name is S. Charis Potoczek. I specialize in trauma informed CBT and EMDR, and am accepting new patients. Many researchers suggest that belonging is our most fundamental need. Due to difficult and traumatic life situations, we can develop a roadmap of responses to our relationships that leaves that belonging need unmet, leading to troubling symptoms and dysfunctional coping. Shame from those experiences can distort our reality and paralyze us from taking initiative to get our needs met. And maybe, we are so blinded by our shame that we do not even know what those needs are.
Welcome! My name is S. Charis Potoczek. I specialize in trauma informed CBT and EMDR, and am accepting new patients. Many researchers suggest that belonging is our most fundamental need. Due to difficult and traumatic life situations, we can develop a roadmap of responses to our relationships that leaves that belonging need unmet, leading to troubling symptoms and dysfunctional coping. Shame from those experiences can distort our reality and paralyze us from taking initiative to get our needs met. And maybe, we are so blinded by our shame that we do not even know what those needs are.
My ideal client is self-aware, emotionally insightful, and ready for real growth, not surface-level conversations. They often feel stuck in patterns around relationships, boundaries, or emotional overwhelm and want clarity and lasting change. I provide structured support and psychological insight to help you understand how you function and move forward with intention. I work best with clients who value depth, accountability, and honesty. This is for those ready to do deep, truthful work, not passive support or quick fixes.
My ideal client is self-aware, emotionally insightful, and ready for real growth, not surface-level conversations. They often feel stuck in patterns around relationships, boundaries, or emotional overwhelm and want clarity and lasting change. I provide structured support and psychological insight to help you understand how you function and move forward with intention. I work best with clients who value depth, accountability, and honesty. This is for those ready to do deep, truthful work, not passive support or quick fixes.
Dr. Brent C. Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, ATR, TCMHC
1 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Experience: Over 23 years experience in treating children, adolescents and adults in various outpatient and residential settings including The Department of Juvenile Justice, Community Mental Health, Private Practice, and Pastoral.
We have expanded and have added to the team and can now see ages 5 and up for verbal and Art Therapy. Still seeing individuals for diagnostic testing, Parental Capacity Evals, and ADHD testing. Wait times are less than 1 month. My first rule of therapy you must laugh every session. Laughter truly is the best medicine.
Experience: Over 23 years experience in treating children, adolescents and adults in various outpatient and residential settings including The Department of Juvenile Justice, Community Mental Health, Private Practice, and Pastoral.
We have expanded and have added to the team and can now see ages 5 and up for verbal and Art Therapy. Still seeing individuals for diagnostic testing, Parental Capacity Evals, and ADHD testing. Wait times are less than 1 month. My first rule of therapy you must laugh every session. Laughter truly is the best medicine.
Hi there! I have a passion for helping you feel understood and supported as you navigate through the challenges of life. My approach is all about understanding your unique story and working together to find solutions that fit you. Whether you’re facing anxiety, stress, or just looking to explore your thoughts and feelings, I want you to know that you're not alone.
Hi there! I have a passion for helping you feel understood and supported as you navigate through the challenges of life. My approach is all about understanding your unique story and working together to find solutions that fit you. Whether you’re facing anxiety, stress, or just looking to explore your thoughts and feelings, I want you to know that you're not alone.
Life has a way of moving faster than our nervous systems can keep up with. You may feel overwhelmed, unsteady, or unsure how you arrived where you are. Therapy can be a place to slow down and reconnect. Together, we’ll gently explore your story, honor what your body and emotions have carried, and cultivate safety, compassion, and freedom as you move through hard things. My hope is to offer a space where you feel seen, supported, and understood, while finding your footing again.
Life has a way of moving faster than our nervous systems can keep up with. You may feel overwhelmed, unsteady, or unsure how you arrived where you are. Therapy can be a place to slow down and reconnect. Together, we’ll gently explore your story, honor what your body and emotions have carried, and cultivate safety, compassion, and freedom as you move through hard things. My hope is to offer a space where you feel seen, supported, and understood, while finding your footing again.
Did you know that depression, anxiety and panic attacks may be the result of untreated trauma? The affects can be long term and may impact daily life and include sudden flashbacks, panic attacks and relationship issues.
Did you know that depression, anxiety and panic attacks may be the result of untreated trauma? The affects can be long term and may impact daily life and include sudden flashbacks, panic attacks and relationship issues.
My name is Felicia Black, a clinical therapist practicing statewide through Telehealth in the State of Virginia to meet the therapeutic needs of the community. I am excited and grateful to help you on your journey to wellness. My desire is to provide a safe space, healing environment, and attentive care to all I come into contact with. I hold credentials as a LCSW, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, and Parent Educator based in attachment, attunement, and emotional regulation.
My name is Felicia Black, a clinical therapist practicing statewide through Telehealth in the State of Virginia to meet the therapeutic needs of the community. I am excited and grateful to help you on your journey to wellness. My desire is to provide a safe space, healing environment, and attentive care to all I come into contact with. I hold credentials as a LCSW, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, and Parent Educator based in attachment, attunement, and emotional regulation.
Even strong, smart, successful people know when to utilize the help of experts. Maybe you’re not in crisis, just a couple in a “good enough” relationship, but some of the time things get painfully off track. Or an individual whose life seems to be going pretty well on the outside – but privately, you’re hurting. Sometimes, your ways of “getting by” turn into habits that need to be amended. It’s not always clear how to go about initiating change and it helps to have an objective perspective. Counseling is a great way to improve your life. Together we will explore, identify, and rebuild habits and patterns to provide lasting change.
Even strong, smart, successful people know when to utilize the help of experts. Maybe you’re not in crisis, just a couple in a “good enough” relationship, but some of the time things get painfully off track. Or an individual whose life seems to be going pretty well on the outside – but privately, you’re hurting. Sometimes, your ways of “getting by” turn into habits that need to be amended. It’s not always clear how to go about initiating change and it helps to have an objective perspective. Counseling is a great way to improve your life. Together we will explore, identify, and rebuild habits and patterns to provide lasting change.
Hi, I’m Justine.
Most of the people I work with are used to holding it together.
On the outside, they may seem fine—but internally, they feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Many are navigating trauma, anxiety, substance use, or major life transitions. Others have spent years feeling misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or unsure how to make sense of themselves.
At a certain point, pushing through stops working.
That’s usually when people reach out.
Hi, I’m Justine.
Most of the people I work with are used to holding it together.
On the outside, they may seem fine—but internally, they feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Many are navigating trauma, anxiety, substance use, or major life transitions. Others have spent years feeling misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or unsure how to make sense of themselves.
At a certain point, pushing through stops working.
That’s usually when people reach out.
Breanne Bass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Waitlist for new clients
While I work with a variety of individuals, my therapeutic focus is children, teens, and early adulthood. I strive to understand each clients' unique goals by building a strong therapeutic relationship with each client. We may be a good match if you/your child is currently navigating behavioral/emotional regulation challenges, self-harm, transitions, (family/college/social), ADHD, anxiety, or depression.
I have a background working with courts, supporting families and children through court involvement and separation, including expert witness testimony.
I also provide educational presentations virtually and in person within VA.
While I work with a variety of individuals, my therapeutic focus is children, teens, and early adulthood. I strive to understand each clients' unique goals by building a strong therapeutic relationship with each client. We may be a good match if you/your child is currently navigating behavioral/emotional regulation challenges, self-harm, transitions, (family/college/social), ADHD, anxiety, or depression.
I have a background working with courts, supporting families and children through court involvement and separation, including expert witness testimony.
I also provide educational presentations virtually and in person within VA.
I work exclusively with high-achievers in emotionally demanding careers — those who have architected lives they don't quite feel at home in. You're intelligent, capable, emotionally attuned, and deeply responsible. You've spent years becoming someone others can trust, and somewhere along the way, your work became your worth: proof you were safe, valuable, successful, needed, good. Despite everything you've built, you feel emotionally overextended in ways you can barely explain. With clinical experience specializing in addictions and military trauma, I help people like you understand why this happens, and what to do
I work exclusively with high-achievers in emotionally demanding careers — those who have architected lives they don't quite feel at home in. You're intelligent, capable, emotionally attuned, and deeply responsible. You've spent years becoming someone others can trust, and somewhere along the way, your work became your worth: proof you were safe, valuable, successful, needed, good. Despite everything you've built, you feel emotionally overextended in ways you can barely explain. With clinical experience specializing in addictions and military trauma, I help people like you understand why this happens, and what to do
In life, we all encounter challenges, and sometimes experiences can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, traumatized, and/or stressed. I am solution-focused and want you to feel safe, validated, and empowered to explore and face your challenges within the therapeutic relationship; to heal, and grow by building on your strengths to accomplish your goals. I am available for in-person and/or telehealth (Telehealth Adults ONLY) counseling in English and/or Spanish.
In life, we all encounter challenges, and sometimes experiences can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, traumatized, and/or stressed. I am solution-focused and want you to feel safe, validated, and empowered to explore and face your challenges within the therapeutic relationship; to heal, and grow by building on your strengths to accomplish your goals. I am available for in-person and/or telehealth (Telehealth Adults ONLY) counseling in English and/or Spanish.
If you are struggling spiritually, as a Christian life coach, I can help with this as well.
Welcome to Greater Paths! Anxiety, depression, fear, hopelessness and other conditions do not define you. The impact that past negative experiences and/or present difficulties are having on your life can change. As we take small, intentional steps, together, we will forge a new and greater path for your life. I have over 25 years of experience in successfully helping individuals, couples, and families create the change that they desire. You matter and you are valued! When you know this, doing the work of therapy becomes easier. Come see me.
If you are struggling spiritually, as a Christian life coach, I can help with this as well.
Welcome to Greater Paths! Anxiety, depression, fear, hopelessness and other conditions do not define you. The impact that past negative experiences and/or present difficulties are having on your life can change. As we take small, intentional steps, together, we will forge a new and greater path for your life. I have over 25 years of experience in successfully helping individuals, couples, and families create the change that they desire. You matter and you are valued! When you know this, doing the work of therapy becomes easier. Come see me.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step—and sometimes a strange one. You may be thinking, “Do I really need to talk to someone?” or “Where do I even begin?” You do not have to have the perfect words, a neatly organized life story, or a five-point plan for healing. You just have to show up as you are, and we can start there.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step—and sometimes a strange one. You may be thinking, “Do I really need to talk to someone?” or “Where do I even begin?” You do not have to have the perfect words, a neatly organized life story, or a five-point plan for healing. You just have to show up as you are, and we can start there.
Whether you come in with troubles and challenges in your work life, interpersonal relationships, finding a sense of meaning and purpose, or any other of the many struggles that all humans experience from time to time, I am here to encourage positive growth from you. I specialize in career decision-making, family, friendship, or romantic relationship issues, men's issues, and managing anxiety and stress. I am also skilled in working with internet and marijuana addiction. Nonetheless, I enjoy building strong relationships and supporting all of my clients regardless of the challenges they face.
Whether you come in with troubles and challenges in your work life, interpersonal relationships, finding a sense of meaning and purpose, or any other of the many struggles that all humans experience from time to time, I am here to encourage positive growth from you. I specialize in career decision-making, family, friendship, or romantic relationship issues, men's issues, and managing anxiety and stress. I am also skilled in working with internet and marijuana addiction. Nonetheless, I enjoy building strong relationships and supporting all of my clients regardless of the challenges they face.
I strongly believe that everyone has a story to tell. Sometimes, life and circumstances outside of our control muddy that story, leaving us confused and stuck in the same chapter over and over again. I work with clients from a person-centered perspective to identify their current needs and strengths. Utilizing evidenced-based practices and interventions, I aim to work alongside clients to foster resiliency and personal agency in writing their own narrative.
I strongly believe that everyone has a story to tell. Sometimes, life and circumstances outside of our control muddy that story, leaving us confused and stuck in the same chapter over and over again. I work with clients from a person-centered perspective to identify their current needs and strengths. Utilizing evidenced-based practices and interventions, I aim to work alongside clients to foster resiliency and personal agency in writing their own narrative.
I have always been drawn to people’s stories and the ways our experiences shape who we become. Many of the people I work with come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying things on their own for too long. It is a true privilege to sit with individuals during some of the most difficult and painful seasons of life. My hope is to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, known, and valued. Through curiosity, compassion, and genuine connection, we can explore your story together, begin healing deep wounds, and move toward greater wholeness and freedom.
I have always been drawn to people’s stories and the ways our experiences shape who we become. Many of the people I work with come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying things on their own for too long. It is a true privilege to sit with individuals during some of the most difficult and painful seasons of life. My hope is to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, known, and valued. Through curiosity, compassion, and genuine connection, we can explore your story together, begin healing deep wounds, and move toward greater wholeness and freedom.
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FAQ - About Christian Counselling
What can a Christian therapist help with?
Many Christian counselors incorporate faith-based principles into psychotherapy and draw guidance from biblical writings. This approach may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing concerns related to faith, prolonged grief, substance use, or questions about life’s purpose. Christian therapists may also offer marital, premarital, or family counseling. These can be helpful options if your concerns are more relational in nature, such as communication challenges in a marriage, conflict within a family, or adjustment following a major family transition, such as divorce or a move.
How does Christian faith shape the therapy experience?
Christian faith can shape the therapy experience by giving you a familiar framework for discussing meaning, purpose, forgiveness, relationships, and hope in sessions. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may draw on Christian values, prayer, or spiritual reflection alongside other therapeutic approaches. In addition, while training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has shown that a strong alliance between you and your therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns, but also shares a client’s faith and values. Nevertheless, an ethical Christian therapist should be clear about how they incorporate faith and should respect the level of spiritual discussion that feels right for you.
Does Christian therapy work across different denominations?
Christian therapy can be helpful for people from various different Christian traditions, including Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, and Anglican backgrounds. Many Christian therapists are able to support clients across denominations by focusing on shared Christian values, such as faith, prayer, forgiveness, and hope. That said, denomination can matter for some clients. A person’s identified denomination may shape how they understand relationships and life roles. If these differences are important to you, it may be helpful to ask a therapist whether they have experience working with clients from your specific denomination or faith tradition.
Can a Christian therapist help with marriage and couples counseling?
Christian faith-based therapy can take many different forms, including marriage counseling and couples counseling. Some therapists may also offer Christian pre-marital counseling. In these settings, Christian therapists may work with couples on concerns such as communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, parenting, and major life transitions. A Christian therapist may also help couples explore how shared Christian beliefs shape the relationship. They may encourage you and your partner to practice skills learned in therapy in your everyday lives, including both faith-based practices and non-faith-based tools, such as prayer or communication skills.
Can a Christian therapist help with sensitive issues like sex, trauma, or addiction?
Licensed therapists with adequate training should be equipped to help with a number of sensitive issues, including sex, trauma, and addiction. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may help explore how your spiritual beliefs relate to your challenges, healing, and recovery. A competent and ethical Christian therapist should not judge, shame, or impose a particular belief when discussing these topics, and if you feel judged, it may be time to seek another therapist.
How can a Christian therapist support family therapy?
Christian family therapy can help families address conflict, communication challenges, parenting concerns, grief, or adjustment following a major life transition. A Christian therapist may support family members in understanding one another’s perspectives, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, and rebuilding trust. For families who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may also help explore how family values related to Christianity can support healing.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with Christian clients?
If religion is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Christian clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask how they incorporate Christian values into therapy or how they approach certain topics that matter to you. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your religious background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles and have identified as Christian. It shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.