Shari Gilbert

Shari Gilbert

LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)

Verified by Christian Care Connect

Anxiety, Depression, Faith Struggles, Grief, Loss

Accepting new clients · Accepting referrals · Offers telehealth

About

I have been in the healing professions throughout my adult life, starting first as a Registered Nurse and then transitioning into Counseling.  My Christian faith, love for God, the Bible and Biblical truth is the foundation of my practice.  I offer compassionate, supportive care where you’ll feel heard, valued, and encouraged in your journey of growth and healing. As a Christian Counselor, my goal is to meet you where you are and walk with you to a healthier, stronger place. My background as a Registered Nurse shapes my understanding of the impact of physical illness on mental health and wellbeing, and I maintain an active interest in medicine and alternative healing.

If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, loss, difficulty in relationships, medical issues or other concerns, and are looking for counseling in alignment with your Christian faith, I would be honored to speak with you.

One of my favorite verses in therapy is Ephesians 2:10 “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” I believe this verse speaks to the process through which, God lovingly brings us into alignment with his purpose for our lives.  Whether you’re facing a difficult season or simply longing to grow, it would be my privilege to walk alongside you as God brings healing, hope, and renewed purpose to your life. Member of the Focus on the Family Referral Network and American Association of Christian Counselors.

Provider details

Website

https://www.adventchristiancounseling.com

Clinician's Sex/Gender

Female

Handicap Accessible

No

Cities

  • Los Angeles
  • Costa Mesa
  • San Diego
  • Oceanside
  • Vista

Counties

  • Riverside County
  • San Diego County
  • Kern County
  • Kings
  • Mono

ZIPs

  • 92590
  • 92009
  • 92037
  • 95125

Teleheath

Yes

Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth

  • CA
  • NC

Individual Sessions

  • 50-60 min

Other Sessions

  • Telehealth

Psychological Testing

No

Ages

  • Adult (18-70)
  • Senior (70+)

Special Populations

  • Healthcare Workers
  • Ministry Leaders
  • Pastors/Missionaries and their spouse/children

Talk Therapies

  • Eclectic
  • Other

Strengths

  • Faith Struggles
  • Spiritual struggles
  • Resilience
  • Loss

Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement

Yes

Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position

Yes

Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session

Yes

Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?

Yes

Payment Methods Accepted

  • Credit Card
  • Venmo
  • Zelle

Accepted Insurance Plans

  • Blue Cross
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Optum
  • TriCare
  • Other

Do you accept payment plans

No

Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment

No

Educational History

    • School:San Jose State University
    • Degree:Undergrad
    • School:National University
    • Degree:Masters Degree

Years In Practice

12

License Numbers

    • Name:State License
    • Number:50225
    • State:
      • CA
    • Name:State License
    • Number:TLC-2202MFT
    • State:
      • NC

Professional Associations

  • AACC

Do you agree that counseling is not fully Christian if a counselor’s faith shapes their posture but not their methods?

Yes

Do you agree that the deepest personal help a person needs cannot be fully received apart from faith in Christ, even through counseling?

Yes

Do you agree that Scripture speaks authoritatively to the deepest roots of human problems?

Yes

Do you agree that it is not appropriate to support or affirm a client’s chosen course of action when it conflicts with Scripture, even in the name of autonomy?

Yes

Do you agree that people do not possess all the internal resources needed for truth and healing apart from God, regardless of insight, support, or time?

Yes
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