Spirituality therapists in Alpena, MI
Browse Spirituality therapists in Alpena, Michigan. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Spirituality
Emma Sartwell
Counselor/Therapist, MDiv, SEP, Registered Psychotherapist
Spirituality is unique to each person. We believe it is a connection to yourself and the world around you, which can support you through both difficult and joyful moments. We offer space to explore your spiritual life, questions, beliefs, or experiences in a way that feels grounded, personal, and true to you.
12 Years Experience
Online in Alpena, MI
Spirituality
Centers for Counseling and Wellness, Int'l
Psychologist, PhD
For many people, spirituality is not separate from their mental health. It is woven into the very fabric of who they are, how they make meaning, how they cope with suffering, and how they find their way back to themselves when life falls apart. And yet so many therapy spaces treat it like something to be set aside rather than honored.
Not here.
At CCW International, we understand that healing is not just psychological. For so many of the women and veterans we serve, faith, spirituality, and a sense of connection to something greater than themselves is a source of profound strength. It is also, sometimes, a source of deep pain. Questions of faith after trauma. Anger at God after loss. The spiritual crisis that can come when the life you believed in no longer looks the way you thought it would.
We hold space for all of it. We do not impose a particular belief system, and we do not dismiss what is sacred to you. Instead we weave your spiritual values and beliefs into the therapeutic process in a way that feels authentic and empowering to you.
Spirituality was at the heart of my own research as a psychologist, studying the role of faith and spiritual resilience in women navigating some of life's hardest seasons. I believe deeply that your spirit is part of your healing. And we are honored to walk that road with you.
14 Years Experience
Online in Alpena, MI (Online Only)
Spirituality
Josh Murray- Hopeful Minds
Psychologist, MA, LLP
Some individuals or families may be deeply committed to their faith and base much of their lives around spirituality or religion. Prayer, religious meditation, or some other aspect of spiritual connection may form part of an individual's self-care routine, as might church or volunteer work in the community.
Spiritual beliefs can also play a significant role in one’s ability to cope with adverse events in life. Spiritual practices can:
Provide social and emotional support.
Help people find meaning and purpose in life.
Offer comfort in times of grief.
Provide ethical and moral guidelines by which some choose to live.
When a person who is religious or spiritual seeks treatment, sensitivity on the part of a therapist may be beneficial to treatment because it may lead to a broader evaluation of the person seeking treatment and allow the therapist to explore a wider variety of treatment solutions.
Therapists who are aware of therapeutic strategies based in spirituality, such as spiritual journaling or forgiveness protocols, may also be able to provide people in therapy with resources on these topics, whether or not they are able to address them personally. Individuals who gain strength from their spiritual faith may find it difficult to achieve progress and healing in therapy when unable to address and incorporate all dimensions of who they are.
5 Years Experience
Online in Alpena, MI
Spirituality
Barbara J. Biggs
Professional Christian Counselor, M.A., LLPC
As a therapist specializing in spirituality, my practice is centered on the belief that the exploration of one's inner self and spiritual beliefs can be a profound source of healing and personal growth. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to delve into questions of purpose, meaning, and connection. Whether you're seeking to deepen your spiritual journey, reconcile conflicts between faith and life, or simply explore your inner world, I offer guidance and support. My approach integrates psychological insights with spiritual principles, helping clients find harmony, peace, and a sense of wholeness on their unique spiritual path. Together, we navigate the rich terrain of the human spirit, fostering personal development and a deeper understanding of self and the world around us.
14 Years Experience
Online in Alpena, MI
Spirituality
James C. Carpenter, PhD, ABPP
Psychologist, PhD (Clinical Psychology, Ohio State U), Board Certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), PSYPACT
I agree with Alcoholics Anonymous when it asserts that alcoholism -- and all addictions -- are spiritual disorders. The same could be said of many of the other conditions that patients bring to their therapists. Life is very big and complicated and challenging, and our little egos are scarcely equipped to negotiate all of that unaided. Larger sources of support and wisdom are essential, if one is at all oriented to that dimension. My own spiritual life is central to me personally, and is vital to my understanding my patients -- although I never suggest spiritual beliefs to patients. I believe that this is a crucially personal aspect of life, and the implicit power given to the therapist should never be used to sway vulnerable clients in any particular direction. But if a patient is at all spiritually inclined, and searching for larger meaning in life, I always stand ready to support that search wholeheartedly.
41 Years Experience
Online in Alpena, MI
Spirituality therapists in Alpena, MI Statistics
Spirituality therapists in Alpena, MI average 16 years of experience and charge around $196 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (50%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (45%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 40% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 50% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 38% | Christian |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |