Christian Counseling therapists in Marco Island, Florida FL
Christian Counseling
Mid-america psychological & Conseling Services, PC, PI
Therapist
Christian Counseling
Emily Abeledo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
As a general rule, both Christian counseling and secular counseling share the same desire to help people overcome their problems, find meaning and joy in life, and become healthy and well-adjusted individuals, both mentally and emotionally. Most counselors have graduate degrees and have spent years learning their craft.
The word "counseling" can have multiple meanings, including offering advice and encouragement, sharing wisdom and skills, setting goals, resolving conflict, etc. Counselors usually probe the past (whether the problem happened a week ago or during childhood) in an attempt to repair the present. Sometimes they explore possible affects of physical and chemical imbalances that can cause physiological problems. A major part of counseling is resolving and restoring conflicts between people.How Christian Counseling is different from traditional counseling, in that we apply the principles and commands of Scripture to help people lovingly submit to God's will, as interpreted by the Bible.
If you are Christian and looking for this Service, I can be of help. Call or Email me for a free consultation.
23 Years Experience
Christian Counseling
Selina Sites Certified Life & Health Coach
Life Coach, Health Coach Institute - Certified Life & Health Coach
Throughout the coaching process, I incorporate scriptural reflections and principles that are relevant to the challenges and opportunities my clients encounter enabling insights and perspectives from the Bible that can guide their decision-making and actions.
In practicing Christian life coaching, I am committed to supporting individuals in their journey of faith and helping them integrate their beliefs into all aspects of life.
3 Years Experience
Christian Counseling
Jason Powell
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
As an identifying Christian, I know how challenging the world can seem for fellow believers. We can incorporate your faith as much, or as little, as would like in session.
3 Years Experience
Christian Counseling
Dr. Abrielle Conway, Rooted in Grace Psychological Services
Psychologist, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist
Do you find yourself questioning your faith? Wondering whether your faith is strong enough or if God still sees and loves you? Please know that you're not alone. Depression, anxiety, and traumatic experiences can impact your thoughts, even your thoughts about God and who you are as a believer with these struggles. Too often, we see condemnation from the church about mental illness being related to lack of faith. However, several individuals who are revered by the church as saints (Mother Theresa is one example) have shared struggles in their faith and their tendency toward depression.
A significant portion of my training has included working with individuals with a Christian background (involved in volunteer and occupational Christian ministry, trained in Stephen Ministry, PREPARE/ENRICH, Hope Focused Couples Therapy, wrote a dissertation on the relationship between one's God-image and forgiveness, and served as a consultant to pastors on mental health issues).
Recently, I've become interested in helping others heal from religious trauma and spiritual abuse. Unfortunately, religion has sometimes been used to intimidate and exert power over others. This can happen from the pulpit or within personal relationships with others. In these situations, survivors can develop not only symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, but significant confusion surrounding their identity, their purpose, God's character, and their own standing with God. Please know that when we work together, I am sensitive to this possibility, and I will always follow your lead in discussing matters of faith. I will not attempt to lead you in one direction over the other, as you are capable of making your own decisions. I will, however, listen and support you as you navigate this often bumpy terrain.
Mental health concerns and negative religious experiences are nothing to be ashamed of, and only by acknowledging them within a safe space can there be true healing. Keep in mind that there is no problem too big to overcome. Even if the future looks bleak, remember that hope and healing are possible.
10 Years Experience