Forgiveness therapists in Saratoga, California CA
Russell Wilkie
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
A friend of mine once said that not forgiving is like holding hot coals in your hands, threatening to throw them at someone, when all you get is burned hands -- better to drop the coals, through forgiveness, than keep getting burned. Forgiveness is for you, not the other person. It relieves you of the burden of carrying anger and resentment toward another, or even yourself. Healing is for yourself when you forgive another person. Their response to you forgiving them can be a bonus, but it isn't necessary, as proven by the fact that we can forgive people that are no longer alive.
36 Years Experience
Misty Johnson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW
Forgiveness is sometimes the best gift we can give ourselves but only when we decide that we are ready to forgive. The process of forgiveness cannot be rushed (and may never come and that is healthy too).
6 Years Experience
Dr. Rebecca Scott, Psy.D
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Certified in Holistic Health
I can support patients struggling with forgiveness. Many people find it challenging to move on after a significant rupture in a relationship or a traumatic event. I can help support during this process.
15 Years Experience
Michelle VanderJagt
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Forgiveness is the choice to release yourself from carrying around the weight of past hurts. While it sounds simple, it can be a difficult process to walk through. With help, you can face your hurt and begin to heal.
16 Years Experience
RelaxingOne.com Ned David Bratspis, PC
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Forgiveness means giving up all hope of a better past.
33 Years Experience