The term spirituality has evolved and broadened over time and typically refers to a sense of connection to something bigger than ourselves. Spirituality is an expansive and wide-ranging concept encompassing many points of view. It often involves a search for meaning in life. Although it means different things to different people, spirituality can play an important role in helping people address mental health issues and maintain good mental health generally. A spiritual practice can help individuals stay grounded and provide a framework for coping with stress. If you are interested in expressing or exploring your spirituality as a part of therapy, reach out to one of TherapyDen’s spirituality experts today.
Life is inherently spiritual to humans as we wrestle to find meaning in our lives, whether or not we realize it; although we sure feel the symptoms of anxiety, numbness, anger, etc. when we do not find it. This could involve a search for fulfillment, a question of who we are and what we have to offer, how to live morally... The journey is not easy, as it concerns the very fabric of our beings; thankfully, we do not have to journey alone. Here as your wayfinder, let's explore.
— I-Ching Grace Hung, Psychologist in New York, NYI have a long-held interest in working in the area of spirituality and enjoy working with clients who are well-established in their own spiritual journeys or those who may have trouble connecting with this part of their lives for varying reasons.
— Ben Hearn, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Millvale, PAI consider myself a spiritual being living a human experience. I believe sitting with humanity is sacred and very much an honor. I chose to take spirituality in counseling, and a course in dreamwork while in graduate school and am passionate about spirituality. I don't consider myself an expert, just another human walking the path and I enjoy still learning about things about myself on my own journey.
— Collin McWhite, Mental Health Counselor in Asheville, NCI enjoy working with clients around their spiritual needs and development. As a Reiki practitioner and someone that is personally interested in spirituality, I love walking beside people as they continue their spiritual growth. There is no right or wrong way to practice spirituality as long as it's benefiting you and not harming others. I also take a very grounded approach to spirituality and love working with people that are just starting to become interested in this aspect of their life.
— Robin Poage, Clinical Social Worker in , ILHow do you understand your place in the universe? Whether we are atheist, agnostic, religious, spiritual, or recovering from religion trauma, we all grapple with who we are in this world and how to find meaning and purpose. My graduate degree specialization is in mindfulness-based transpersonal counseling, and I utilize a variety of approaches in secular Buddhist and transpersonal psychology to help you define your sense of spirituality (or lack thereof) on your own terms.
— Julie Osburne, Associate Professional Counselor in Portland, ORI have a deep interest and expertise in spirituality, rooted in curiosity about meaning and connection. My journey includes studying spiritual traditions and applying these insights to daily life. I’m drawn to practices that foster self-awareness, peace, and compassion, helping us face challenges with clarity and resilience. Spirituality creates space to explore who we are and how we relate to the world, offering tools to live with greater intention and authenticity.
— Kathy Koller, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Brooklyn, NYAre you wrestling with mental health and faith? How do you bring faith into conquering anxiety? You want more than just symptom relief; you seek to cultivate a deeper sense of inner peace and emotional resilience that harmonizes with your faith. There's more to mental health than just "praying it away". I offer a compassionate, faith-integrated approach to counseling that focuses on both practical strategies and spiritual guidance. I also love working with those with different faith backgrounds.
— Bayleigh Tan, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Austin, TXI believe that a holistic awareness of self includes how we understand our place in the universe. We all grapple with who we are and how to find meaning and purpose in life, whether we are atheist, agnostic, religious, recovering from religion trauma, spiritual, or somewhere in between. My graduate degree concentration was Mindfulness-based Transpersonal Counseling, and I aim to support you in exploring and defining your own sense of spirituality (or lack thereof) on your own terms.
— Julie Osburne, Associate Professional Counselor in Portland, ORAs a music therapist I specialise in transpersonal archetypal music therapy, a deeply spiritual approach and I work with the Body Nature method, in which we work with the 7 chakras. I also work as an animal communicator and end of life doula.
— Clara Baffa, Art TherapistTherapists and spirituality haven't always gotten along well. Maybe your last therapist rolled their eyes when you mentioned God. Maybe you are looking for someone who gets your soul, not just your mind. Or maybe you heard that Freud said that God is just a projection of our fathers and are wondering if all therapists think that. (We don't!) I've been trained in spiritually integrated care. I'm able to be a nonjudgmental, compassionate presence as you discern your life path.
— Benjamin Wyatt, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in Indianapolis, INI find it helpful for healing to incorporate my clients spirituality within the framework of therapy. I believe that spirituality is a personal journey that can create immense impact in people's healing. I think if spirituality is important to a client than it should be focused in on in therapy sessions.
— Heidi Beckenbach McGann, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CAI love integrating an individual's personal spirituality into session. I truly believe in treating mind, body, and spirit together. My clients utilize this opportunity in all different ways. From integrating their spiritual beliefs into IFS parts work, to creating meaning from past trauma, to deeply exploring the client's unique spiritual experiences in this lifetime and beyond, this aspect of therapy is individually tailored to the client's comfort level and needs.
— Lara Dubowchik, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Highland Park, NJSpirituality is not synonymous with religion. It is the intentional practice of conscious awareness that our existence transcends our physical body and influences the existence of all that surrounds us. Growing as spiritual beings leads us to open our mind and heart to trust our intuitive wisdom that our body sensations gift us daily, so that we may be in constant connection with our true purpose in order to thrive in all that we are and all that we do.
— Maritza Plascencia, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Irvine, CATaylor integrates clinical expertise with an understanding of biopsychosocial-spiritual needs. With a background in trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness practices, and Buddhist studies, they bring a holistic approach to therapy. Their interdisciplinary education in psychology, comparative religion, and creative writing enhances their ability to address clients' unique experiences.
— Taylor Haaf, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Cambridge, MAExploring beliefs and practices related to meaning, existence, and spiritual health and healing; enjoying a deeper felt connection with the spiritual dimension of one's life.
— Ruann Ibrahim, Creative Art Therapist in New York, NYIf spirituality is important to a client, I find it extremely helpful for healing to incorporate that within the framework of therapy. I believe that spirituality is a personal journey that can create immense impact in people's healing.
— Heidi Beckenbach McGann, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CAI approach spirituality from a psychospiritual perspective, combining skills I have learned as a Spiritual Director, Psychotherapist and Coach. I believe in multi-spiritual awareness and where I fall short on knowledge about a particular belief or faith, I am open to learning from you.
— DeeAnna Nagel, PsychotherapistWhen we recognise that we are not just this body and we connect with something bigger than ourselves, doubts arise. It is in those moments when we need a guide to connect us with specific aspects that help us not to get lost in this journey. As a music therapist I specialise in transpersonal archetypal music therapy, a deeply spiritual approach and I work with the Body Nature method, in which we work with the 7 main chakras. I also work as an animal communicator and end of life doula.
— Clara Baffa, Art Therapist