Christian Therapists in Port Orchard, WA

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Mallory Burns
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Port Orchard, WA 98367
I integrate faith-based support in Christian Counseling, practical strategies in CBT, mindfulness skills in MBCT, and a Strength-Based approach to highlight your resilience.
We all experience hardships beyond our control. My goal is to help you regain a sense of empowerment, shift your mindset, and find greater contentment in life. I strive to create a safe space where you can build on your strengths and navigate challenges with confidence. Seeking counseling takes courage, and you will be met with kindness, genuine care, and understanding.
I integrate faith-based support in Christian Counseling, practical strategies in CBT, mindfulness skills in MBCT, and a Strength-Based approach to highlight your resilience.
We all experience hardships beyond our control. My goal is to help you regain a sense of empowerment, shift your mindset, and find greater contentment in life. I strive to create a safe space where you can build on your strengths and navigate challenges with confidence. Seeking counseling takes courage, and you will be met with kindness, genuine care, and understanding.
(360) 732-8683 View (360) 732-8683
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Larry Hackman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA, MDiv
1 Endorsed
Port Orchard, WA 98366
I have over a decade of experience working with individuals, families, and couples in compassionate pastoral care.
You get in arguments with your partner that bewilder you. You experience social anxiety and you’re not sure why. Your children are estranged from you. You find it hard to get out of bed. These are examples of the things that brought people like you here, looking for help. You’re ready for change, but you’re just not sure how. This place of longing and frustration is so hard, but it’s also, ironically, exactly where you need to be if you want things to change. I approach your goals with curiosity, prepared and ready to be a companion, but also adjusting to what's happening now and who you are.
I have over a decade of experience working with individuals, families, and couples in compassionate pastoral care.
You get in arguments with your partner that bewilder you. You experience social anxiety and you’re not sure why. Your children are estranged from you. You find it hard to get out of bed. These are examples of the things that brought people like you here, looking for help. You’re ready for change, but you’re just not sure how. This place of longing and frustration is so hard, but it’s also, ironically, exactly where you need to be if you want things to change. I approach your goals with curiosity, prepared and ready to be a companion, but also adjusting to what's happening now and who you are.
(253) 201-2332 View (253) 201-2332
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Deepwell Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate , MS, LMHCA
2 Endorsed
Port Orchard, WA 98366
Ever find yourself tired, unmotivated, or pulling away from what you once enjoyed. Maybe your mind won’t slow down, filled with “what ifs,” or your relationship feels stuck in the same arguments. At Deepwell Counseling, I offer a safe space to work through these challenges and build practical tools, whether that’s boosting energy, calming anxious thoughts, or improving communication. Change isn’t easy. Growth can be uncomfortable and it takes time and effort. But with support it’s possible to create steadier routines, manage stress, and build healthier connections. I’m Jason Robertson, and I’m excited to work with you.
Ever find yourself tired, unmotivated, or pulling away from what you once enjoyed. Maybe your mind won’t slow down, filled with “what ifs,” or your relationship feels stuck in the same arguments. At Deepwell Counseling, I offer a safe space to work through these challenges and build practical tools, whether that’s boosting energy, calming anxious thoughts, or improving communication. Change isn’t easy. Growth can be uncomfortable and it takes time and effort. But with support it’s possible to create steadier routines, manage stress, and build healthier connections. I’m Jason Robertson, and I’m excited to work with you.
(253) 465-2455 View (253) 465-2455
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Michelle Alger
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am licensed in Arizona and Washington state and provide compassionate virtual counseling for adults. While we learn many things in life, most of us are not taught how to move through difficult seasons with clarity and confidence. Therapy offers a supportive space to slow down, better understand what may be getting in the way, strengthen coping skills, and take practical steps toward a more grounded, meaningful, and aligned life.
I am licensed in Arizona and Washington state and provide compassionate virtual counseling for adults. While we learn many things in life, most of us are not taught how to move through difficult seasons with clarity and confidence. Therapy offers a supportive space to slow down, better understand what may be getting in the way, strengthen coping skills, and take practical steps toward a more grounded, meaningful, and aligned life.
(928) 307-1931 View (928) 307-1931
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Shannon Rickert
Counselor, MS, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer in-person appointments in Gig Harbor WA and Kingston WA, as well as Telehealth. Over the past 10+ years I have worked predominately with teens, adults and couples. We work in a spirit of collaboration, moving through the telling of your story, recognizing patterns, knowing your values, seeing the bigger picture and together finding solutions to heal and grow. This process can sometimes be hard, but the benefits of this work far outweigh staying the same. If you want a steady, nurturing but challenging therapeutic partnership, then you may have found the counselor for you.
I offer in-person appointments in Gig Harbor WA and Kingston WA, as well as Telehealth. Over the past 10+ years I have worked predominately with teens, adults and couples. We work in a spirit of collaboration, moving through the telling of your story, recognizing patterns, knowing your values, seeing the bigger picture and together finding solutions to heal and grow. This process can sometimes be hard, but the benefits of this work far outweigh staying the same. If you want a steady, nurturing but challenging therapeutic partnership, then you may have found the counselor for you.
(253) 766-4847 View (253) 766-4847
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Catherine McMonigle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Serves Area
My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and compassionate. After having trained extensively and been witness to countless stories of transformation, I can say with certainty that healing is absolutely possible. This is an invitation to gain freedom from painful experiences, beliefs, and thought patterns that keep you from living the life you want. I am guided by the belief that what you need to heal is already within you. Together, we will discover your internal source of strength and wisdom.
My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and compassionate. After having trained extensively and been witness to countless stories of transformation, I can say with certainty that healing is absolutely possible. This is an invitation to gain freedom from painful experiences, beliefs, and thought patterns that keep you from living the life you want. I am guided by the belief that what you need to heal is already within you. Together, we will discover your internal source of strength and wisdom.
(253) 367-2967 View (253) 367-2967
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Christopher Shurts
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHCA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello there! As a Marine Corps veteran, father of 3, husband and public school educator (school counselor), I've encountered a wide array of personal experiences that have shaped my practices in counseling. I have experience working with veterans and first responders struggling with experiences and traumas connected to your service to others, as well as having worked at all levels of public schools as a school counselor. In my school counseling role, I have collaborated with families, schools and other agencies focused on family services and support systems to help build resiliency and a positive future outlook.
Hello there! As a Marine Corps veteran, father of 3, husband and public school educator (school counselor), I've encountered a wide array of personal experiences that have shaped my practices in counseling. I have experience working with veterans and first responders struggling with experiences and traumas connected to your service to others, as well as having worked at all levels of public schools as a school counselor. In my school counseling role, I have collaborated with families, schools and other agencies focused on family services and support systems to help build resiliency and a positive future outlook.
(253) 733-0052 View (253) 733-0052
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Dan Whitmarsh
Counselor, LMHCA, MACP, MDiv
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
The world is a place of wonder, joy, and adventure, but it is often very painful and confusing, too. Anxiety, worry, grief, and relational difficulties block our experience of love, happiness, and fulfilment. I regularly find myself sharing space with people in the most difficult moments of their lives, searching together for meaning while seeking hope and joy. Often in the pain we discover a spark of life. Sometimes we simply bear witness to suffering. But we do it together.
The world is a place of wonder, joy, and adventure, but it is often very painful and confusing, too. Anxiety, worry, grief, and relational difficulties block our experience of love, happiness, and fulfilment. I regularly find myself sharing space with people in the most difficult moments of their lives, searching together for meaning while seeking hope and joy. Often in the pain we discover a spark of life. Sometimes we simply bear witness to suffering. But we do it together.
(253) 367-3698 View (253) 367-3698
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Colleen Bebich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Serves Area
My style of therapy is warm, accepting and compassionate. I am here to walk alongside you as you navigate life's challenges and pursue personal growth. Therapy is the beginning of new possibilities and scheduling an appointment is a brave first step. I provide a safe space to share your story where you can explore difficult emotions and struggles. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult relationships, parenting struggles, grief or issues with work/life balance. You are the expert in your own life and your experiences are uniquely your own. We will work together to gain new skills and achieve desired goals.
My style of therapy is warm, accepting and compassionate. I am here to walk alongside you as you navigate life's challenges and pursue personal growth. Therapy is the beginning of new possibilities and scheduling an appointment is a brave first step. I provide a safe space to share your story where you can explore difficult emotions and struggles. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult relationships, parenting struggles, grief or issues with work/life balance. You are the expert in your own life and your experiences are uniquely your own. We will work together to gain new skills and achieve desired goals.
(253) 243-2486 View (253) 243-2486
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Elizabeth M Humes
Licensed Mental Health Counselor , MA, LMHC, CEDS
Serves Area
Life can be very confusing at times for all of us. I welcome you to take the time for yourself to gain perspective on life's struggles. There can be great benefits in the process! I treat depression/anxiety, trauma, ADHD, Eating Disorders, and marital issues. My office is warm and cozy as we journey together thru the healing process. I use a narrative, solution-focused, CBT modality, Lifespan Integration for clearing trauma, along with a bit of humor over life's bumps. You are welcome to join me for your heart, soul, and body health!
Life can be very confusing at times for all of us. I welcome you to take the time for yourself to gain perspective on life's struggles. There can be great benefits in the process! I treat depression/anxiety, trauma, ADHD, Eating Disorders, and marital issues. My office is warm and cozy as we journey together thru the healing process. I use a narrative, solution-focused, CBT modality, Lifespan Integration for clearing trauma, along with a bit of humor over life's bumps. You are welcome to join me for your heart, soul, and body health!
(253) 214-3668 View (253) 214-3668
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Ashley Jayroe
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Master of Arts Candidate - Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy - Colorado Christian University
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families through the emotional complexities of parenthood, relationships, and life transitions. I have a special interest in working with new parents and their little ones, helping them navigate stress, adjustment, and connection during early parenthood. I also enjoy working with couples to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and develop practical tools for managing conflict and change.
Master of Arts Candidate - Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy - Colorado Christian University
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families through the emotional complexities of parenthood, relationships, and life transitions. I have a special interest in working with new parents and their little ones, helping them navigate stress, adjustment, and connection during early parenthood. I also enjoy working with couples to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and develop practical tools for managing conflict and change.
(253) 893-4795 View (253) 893-4795
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CW Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Serves Area
I offer mental health therapy, trauma treatment, and solution-focused career/educational counseling. Treatment emphasizes improvement of coping skills, emotion management, self-esteem, and wellness. You want a welcoming environment to address thought/emotion patterns and their influence on behavior. You are a client who wants to gain insight, make meaning, and take action toward your future. I will create opportunity for mindful reflection & give you the tools to become a more effective manager of your own life, whether that is addressing mental health, making career/education decisions, or increasing confidence.
I offer mental health therapy, trauma treatment, and solution-focused career/educational counseling. Treatment emphasizes improvement of coping skills, emotion management, self-esteem, and wellness. You want a welcoming environment to address thought/emotion patterns and their influence on behavior. You are a client who wants to gain insight, make meaning, and take action toward your future. I will create opportunity for mindful reflection & give you the tools to become a more effective manager of your own life, whether that is addressing mental health, making career/education decisions, or increasing confidence.
(253) 525-8032 View (253) 525-8032
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Bridges Garden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Port Orchard, WA 98367
Do you sometimes feel confused, anxious and just downright tired? The world has been quite a house of mirrors for some of us for the last several years, and sometimes it's good to walk alongside others who have experienced strange things too, and have learned a few things about navigation :0) I enjoy walking alongside those who have experienced trauma and troubles as they heal. I have had my own "navigators" at a time in life that seemed insurmountable. With undaunted courage, anyone can heal and change. We just all need community to do it. I hope I can be a helpful member of your healing community. :0)
Do you sometimes feel confused, anxious and just downright tired? The world has been quite a house of mirrors for some of us for the last several years, and sometimes it's good to walk alongside others who have experienced strange things too, and have learned a few things about navigation :0) I enjoy walking alongside those who have experienced trauma and troubles as they heal. I have had my own "navigators" at a time in life that seemed insurmountable. With undaunted courage, anyone can heal and change. We just all need community to do it. I hope I can be a helpful member of your healing community. :0)
(253) 447-0344 View (253) 447-0344
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Kipp D Trembley
Counselor, MA, MATP, LMHC
Port Orchard, WA 98366
Find "My WEBSITE" link to the right for scheduling and coverage. I generally work with individuals who complain of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, anger management, trauma/PTSD, interpersonal conflict, parenting challenges, spiritual challenges, frustration tolerance. A client is encouraged to boldly explore their own thoughts and emotions in a safe, warm and collaborative therapeutic environment and find new solutions, skills, insight and awareness around life's challenges, both within the person and the persons' life experience. www.aspenhypnotherapy . com.
Find "My WEBSITE" link to the right for scheduling and coverage. I generally work with individuals who complain of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, anger management, trauma/PTSD, interpersonal conflict, parenting challenges, spiritual challenges, frustration tolerance. A client is encouraged to boldly explore their own thoughts and emotions in a safe, warm and collaborative therapeutic environment and find new solutions, skills, insight and awareness around life's challenges, both within the person and the persons' life experience. www.aspenhypnotherapy . com.
(360) 529-4924 View (360) 529-4924
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Kristi Breton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or even thoughts of suicide, but still find a spark of hope for change within you, know that you are not alone. You truly deserve relief, clarity, and real connection. Goals like emotional stability, healthier relationships, and simply making it through each day with more ease are within your reach. We can walk this path toward healing together. I will truly listen, support you with practical tools, and always recognize the resilience you already have inside. Your journey matters, and I’m here to help you move forward.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or even thoughts of suicide, but still find a spark of hope for change within you, know that you are not alone. You truly deserve relief, clarity, and real connection. Goals like emotional stability, healthier relationships, and simply making it through each day with more ease are within your reach. We can walk this path toward healing together. I will truly listen, support you with practical tools, and always recognize the resilience you already have inside. Your journey matters, and I’m here to help you move forward.
(360) 282-0906 View (360) 282-0906
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Amanda Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Online Only
If you are looking for someone to walk beside you as you navigate life’s challenges and pursue personal growth, I would be happy to journey with you. I work with adults and couples who are wanting to build healthy coping skills, overcome shame, find empowerment after trauma, develop healthy relationships, and/or simply want to discover more about who they are and how to build holistic health.
If you are looking for someone to walk beside you as you navigate life’s challenges and pursue personal growth, I would be happy to journey with you. I work with adults and couples who are wanting to build healthy coping skills, overcome shame, find empowerment after trauma, develop healthy relationships, and/or simply want to discover more about who they are and how to build holistic health.
(253) 215-8254 View (253) 215-8254
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Gerald Butler
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Greetings and warmest wishes to you on your Journey towards health and wholeness. I specialize in helping people heal from past trauma or adverse events; helping people go through grief and loss in a way that is personally meaningful and deepening; helping people face uncertainty and anxiety while keeping their center; helping people who are struggling with depression find purpose, meaning and a reason to get up in the morning.
Greetings and warmest wishes to you on your Journey towards health and wholeness. I specialize in helping people heal from past trauma or adverse events; helping people go through grief and loss in a way that is personally meaningful and deepening; helping people face uncertainty and anxiety while keeping their center; helping people who are struggling with depression find purpose, meaning and a reason to get up in the morning.
(509) 659-7992 View (509) 659-7992
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Barbara Mitchell
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA, CMHS , MHP
Online Only
Hi, I’m Barbara Mitchell, a therapist dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults build emotional strength and resilience. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and have been working in the mental health field since 2014. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients ages 8 to 25 as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward personal growth. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel understood and supported. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Barbara Mitchell, a therapist dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults build emotional strength and resilience. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and have been working in the mental health field since 2014. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients ages 8 to 25 as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward personal growth. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel understood and supported. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
(360) 227-0826 View (360) 227-0826
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Bret Kelly
Licensed Mental Health Counselor , LMHC
Online Only
Are you having trouble with trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression or divorce? Is the pressure interfering with you being your best you? I am here to help. I usually work with adult clients who are battling with trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, and divorce.
Are you having trouble with trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression or divorce? Is the pressure interfering with you being your best you? I am here to help. I usually work with adult clients who are battling with trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, and divorce.
(509) 661-3095 View (509) 661-3095
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Nadya Kosanovskaya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT, SUDP, CMHS
3 Endorsed
Port Orchard, WA 98366
I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.
I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.
(253) 300-2889 View (253) 300-2889

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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.