Christian Holmes
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Find freedom, joy, and purpose. I help clients actualize their health, wealth, relationships and higher purpose. I specialize in working with high achievers in the areas of anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues / family conflict and spiritual growth. I also do significant work with clients experiencing attachment issues and trauma / PTSD using EMDR.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Christian clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Christian Counseling Blends psychological practices with Christian values and scripture. It provides faith-based support for life challenges and spiritual growth.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Imago Relationship Therapy Helps couples understand how childhood experiences influence adult relationships. It teaches communication techniques to deepen connection.
- Intersubjective Therapy Explores the shared emotional experience between therapist and client. It emphasizes connection and mutual understanding.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
Approach Description: To skip all the psychology jargon, I help people understand and resolve what is going on beneath the surface. Putting out fires is important (and we'll do that) but catching the arsonist is critical. Together we will work to address not only what's happening now but also the patterns, mindsets, and traumas that keep you stuck so you can experience more love, connection, purpose and live from an authentic and centered place.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 325
- Out of Network
- Receipts for potential insurance reimbursement can be provided upon request.
Education & Credentials
Christian Holmes M.A., Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
- Male
- License # LMFT#152875
- Licensed in California
- Practicing Since 2018
Education: Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy
Christian Holmes Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Pasadena, CA 91107 and Santa Monica, CA 90403
- Available Online for residents of California
- Online Therapy Details: Zoom
You are here because you know on some level life could be better than it is right now, and I want to help you experience that. I have worked with people from all walks of life helping them actualize their potential in their health, wealth, relationships and higher purpose. I take a holistic approach and together we will build a plan that is tailored to your specific needs using evidence-based practices like (Psychodynamic therapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR) to help get you to where you know you can be.
In my practice I will help you identify the unconscious material that keeps you from the fulfillment and freedom you could be experiencing. I take a Psychodynamic approach to help you assess and shift at a core level to experience more confidence, joy, and purpose. I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR.
Something I often say to my clients when we get started is “you’re not alone in this anymore.” I’m on your side and although I can’t take the pain away, I’m here to help you face it, transcend it and transform in the process. Your experience is important. I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you in your journey.