The Journey Continues. Hope Remains. And So Do We.
Finding a therapist is a deeply personal decision — and for many of us, faith is central to that process. When life brings storms — loss, transitions, anxiety, relationship struggles — it can be deeply reassuring to know that your therapist understands not only your emotional world but also your spiritual foundation.
If you are searching for a Christian therapist in North Carolina, you are not alone. More and more women — and men — are looking for therapy that honors both their mental health and their faith journey. As a licensed therapist and founder of Journey to Me™, I have walked this path with many clients across our state. Here are some tips and insights to help guide your search:
1️⃣ Understand What “Christian Therapist” Means
The term “Christian therapist” can mean different things to different people. For some, it means a licensed therapist who personally holds Christian beliefs and can integrate those perspectives into therapy if desired.
For others, it may mean a therapist who uses explicitly faith-based counseling methods or incorporates Scripture, prayer, and spiritual practices into the work.
The key is to choose someone whose approach aligns with your needs, values, and comfort level. Always feel free to ask a potential therapist how they integrate faith into their work.
2️⃣ Look for a Licensed Professional
In North Carolina, therapists should be licensed by the NC Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (LCMHC) or similar regulatory board (such as for marriage and family therapy or clinical social work).
This ensures that you are working with someone who has been professionally trained, supervised, and held to ethical standards. A therapist’s faith identity should complement their professional qualifications — not replace them.
3️⃣ Consider Telehealth Options — Statewide Access
One of the blessings of today’s technology is that you are no longer limited to finding someone in your immediate town or zip code.
As a Licensed Telehealth Therapist in NC, I work with women across the entire state — from Charlotte to Raleigh, from Greensboro to Wilmington, and everywhere in between.
Through Telehealth, you can access a therapist whose approach and faith perspective truly align with your needs — no matter where you are in North Carolina. Sessions are conducted over secure video, in the comfort of your own space.
4️⃣ Ask the Right Questions
When reaching out to a potential Christian therapist, you might ask:
✅ How do you integrate faith into therapy?
✅ Do you work with clients from different denominations or spiritual backgrounds?
✅ What is your approach when a client is struggling with faith-related questions or spiritual doubts? A good therapist will be open, respectful, and supportive of your questions. The goal is to create a space where your whole self — including your faith — is welcome.
5️⃣ Trust Your Discernment
Finding the right therapist is often a process. Trust your intuition, listen to the Spirit, and know that it’s okay to “interview” a few therapists before choosing the one who feels right.
The journey to healing is sacred — and you deserve to walk it with someone who honors both your humanity and your faith.
If you are looking for a Licensed Christian Therapist serving clients across North Carolina, I invite you to connect with me.
I offer Telehealth-only therapy, accept private insurance, and specialize in working with women navigating life transitions, loss, personal growth, and self-love journeys.
Learn more about my services → Therapy Services
And explore my faith-based resources → Journey to Me Devotionals
The Journey Continues. Hope Remains. And So Do We.
— Rita Lynn Berry, LCMHC
Licensed Telehealth Therapist | Founder of Journey to Me™
Rita Lynn Berry, EdS, LCMHC, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and the founder of NewVision Counseling and Consulting Services, PLLC. She is also the creator of the Journey to Me™ program and Mend n Muse Media™, where she shares tools and reflections that support healing, resilience, and self-love.