Christian Therapist Chicago: Finding the psychologist, therapist or counselor as a Christian

We can find excellent and well-trained Christian therapists in Chicago. However, it doesn’t mean that the search for the right one will be easy. Looking for a Christian therapist in Chicago can become time consuming and overwhelming. Especially if you don’t have a referral from a trusted friend or someone from your church community. 

You are ready to get help and not get discouraged by the never-ending scrolling for the best match. If you are looking for a Christian therapist or counselor, I’d like to help you find someone who can help.

I want to help you find a Christian therapist in Chicago 

You have taken the courageous step of going to Christian therapy. Now what? How can you find a Christian therapist who can truly understand and support you? To help ease the overwhelm I’d like to invite you to consider the following: 

What do you need help with from a Christian Therapist?  

This is a simple yet important question. For instance, do you want to work on your relationships, learn to manage a stressful situation with work or family, or deal with a major loss in your life? Maybe your mood has changed significantly. You are now using food to manage your feelings, or are resorting to your phone, drinking or recreational drugs to cope.

Reflecting on how the problem is affecting you will help identify Christian counselors who specialize in your needs. 

What do you hope to gain from Christian therapy?  

Imagine that you’ve been in therapy for a little while. Now, envision your life in two, three, six months into the future. What do you see? How can you tell that things are getting better? Has the communication in your relationship improved, are you able to tolerate uncomfortable feelings, to openly share your feelings? Maybe you've gained more confidence and are starting to enjoy life again! 

Connecting with what you hope to get out of therapy will help you stay motivated when the work gets tough. And it will. Holding on to what you hope for can help you move through those difficult moments and stay the course. 

Many times the pain in our lives can also strain our relationship with God. Are you hoping to grow closer to God as you navigate the problem? Therapy can be used to explore how your relationship with God, faith, and community are vital in your healing process.  

How would you like a Christian Therapist to integrate your faith in sessions?  

Therapy should be an environment where you feel safe to talk about your pain. Having someone who shares in and gets your faith is invaluable in creating that safety. It provides a common ground where over-explanation of your beliefs or traditions is minimized.

With that being said, we know that the expression of the Christian faith also varies. Are you looking for a Christian therapist who incorporates prayer, Scripture, or worship songs during sessions? For example, some of my clients say that their favorite part of Christian therapy is when they get to connect with Jesus through prayer, worship, and movement.  

A Christian therapist’s style, approach, and background will inform how faith is integrated in sessions. It is okay to talk about this during your first consultation as it will help you get the support you need.  

A free consultation with a Christian therapist in Chicago 

I hope this helps you find the right Christian therapist in Chicago. You deserve support from someone who can deeply help you. Christian therapy isn’t just for chatting weekly, it is about reaching your goals and finding how to integrate your faith into your healing journey. 

If you want to create change in your relationships and learn how to step into all Jesus has for you, contact me! Schedule your FREE 15-minute consultation today. 

As a Christian Therapist in Chicago, Lisaura specializes in incorporating movement and the mind-body connection to help people heal, improve their relationships, and feel more whole. Lisaura offers individual relationship counseling,couples counseling,premarital counseling, and dance therapy to help adults connect with themselves and others deeply. 

Spanish speaking services are available as well.