THERAPISTS

In my time moving to different parts of this country, I learned what common denominator was clear. Transparency is not a part of our world the way I believed it to be. This had me looking for something that wasn’t something someone could take away. And that is when I began attending church. When I was disappointed in hearing a certain pastor was leaving to do mission work, a man behind me

Chris Bateman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of Renewal Counseling Centers in San Diego. With over 20 years of clinical experience and a background in pastoral care, Chris brings a calm, grounded presence to the couples, families, and individuals he serves.​ Chris specializes in couples therapy, marriage counseling, and faith-integrated care. He is trained

When I was five years old, I was stunned to learn that everybody in my kindergarten class did not know Jesus. I remember tearing up over this. My mother told me that she was going to start a Good News Club. I was overjoyed as I invited them all to attend. At age 7 I told my parents that I wanted to accept Jesus and was baptized in an inlet of the Outer Banks of North Carolina where we lived at

Do you feel like you don’t know who you are? Do you feel misunderstood? Have you struggled with confidence, fear, or hopelessness? Having these thoughts and emotions can be incredibly painful. Many feel ashamed for having them and try to manage their mental health on their own, which can perpetuate isolation and relational pain. I am a Christian and therapist, offering care grounded i

I attended Cincinnati Christian University and graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministry. I continued my graduate level education at CCU and achieved a Master of Arts in Counseling degree. I align with and am a member in good standing of the American Association of Christian Counselors and am licensed in Kentucky and Ohio. I utilize a Christian counseling framework an

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a passion for walking alongside individuals as they navigate life’s challenges, find healing, and discover their God-given purpose. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with substance use disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therap

Christy’s goal in life is to bring glory to God. Next to being a wife and mother, her passion is to walk with individuals, couples, and families as they seek help in their journey of life. She has had the privilege to train in the industry’s leading universities specializing in the integration of clinically sound psychology and counseling with a Christian worldview. She works from a holisti

My priority is to listen to your story, making you feel seen, known, safe, and heard because we’re not meant to carry our burdens alone. Together, we’ll create a safe space for you to process your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Therapy is a unique journey for each person. Some clients know what they want to address, while others need time to explore their concerns.

Cindy Stafford is a licensed resident at Light Counseling. She received her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in May of 2023.  She has worked with individuals in the past coming out of psychiatric hospitalization in the hopes of preventing clients from cycling back into crisis. She has previously worked in foster care and adoption with the Department of Social Services. In her free tim