Business Details
48 Years
experience
Christian-Based Counseling Services in San Ramon
Community Presbyterian Counseling Center has been dedicated to providing compassionate, faith-based mental health care since 1978. Our mission is to walk alongside individuals, couples, and families on their healing journeys, integrating professional expertise with spiritual guidance. Our team of licensed and pre-licensed therapists employs diverse modalities including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.We maintain a commitment to accessibility through sliding-scale fees and a training program that expands our community's mental health resources. With decades of collective experience, we offer specialized services for sex addiction recovery, teen confidence development, and pre-marital counseling while upholding values of compassion, professionalism, and hope.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Play Therapy
Pre-Marital Counseling
Recovery Groups
Christian Counseling
Teen Therapy
Trauma Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Faith-integrated therapy with 45+ years of community service
- Specialized programs for sex addiction and teen confidence development
- Sliding-scale fees for accessible mental health care
- Diverse therapeutic modalities including EMDR and Internal Family Systems
- Experienced clinicians with multiple certification specializations
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective treatment
Professional staff
Safe environment
Spiritual integration
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, and trauma through evidence-based approaches. Our clinicians create safe spaces for emotional exploration and growth. Clients receive tailored treatment plans integrating cognitive behavioral techniques with spiritual perspectives when desired.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for partners navigating communication challenges and conflict resolution. Our therapists facilitate constructive dialogue and rebuild trust. Sessions focus on strengthening emotional connections while addressing specific relationship stressors like infidelity or life transitions.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions provide peer support for specific issues like sex addiction recovery and teen confidence building. Participants gain new perspectives while practicing interpersonal skills. Groups are led by experienced clinicians using psychoeducational and process-oriented approaches.
Play Therapy
Specially designed therapy rooms help children express emotions through play-based techniques. Therapists use age-appropriate interventions to address behavioral issues and trauma. Parents receive guidance for supporting their child's emotional development through the therapeutic process.
Christian Counseling
Integration of spiritual principles with clinical practice for clients seeking faith-centered care. Therapists respect diverse beliefs while exploring scripture and prayer as tools for healing. This approach addresses spiritual conflicts alongside emotional and relational challenges.
People
Katie Dennis
Clinical Director
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 15 years of experience in trauma treatment and staff development. Specializes in integrating faith with evidence-based practices while overseeing clinical training programs for emerging therapists.
Alan Godfrey
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified Sex Addiction Therapist with advanced training in Internal Family Systems and EMDR. Provides specialized treatment for complex trauma and relationship recovery while supervising clinicians in the Sexual Recovery Program.
Kris Yolland
Office Manager
Administrative leader managing day-to-day operations and client intake processes. Coordinates scheduling and financial assistance programs while maintaining the center's commitment to accessible care for all clients.
Sarah Carter
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Experienced therapist specializing in adolescent mental health and family systems approaches. Facilitates teen confidence groups while providing individual counseling for anxiety, depression, and life transition challenges.
James Chen
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Pre-licensed clinician completing supervised training hours through direct client services. Implements diverse therapeutic techniques under experienced supervision while developing specialization in couples counseling approaches.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and play therapy tailored to individual client needs.
Do you offer sliding-scale fees?
Yes, financial assistance is available for qualifying clients through our sliding-scale fee structure based on income and needs.
Are services limited to Christians?
While we're a Christian counseling center, our services are open to everyone regardless of faith background or spiritual beliefs.
How long do therapy sessions last?
Standard sessions run 45-60 minutes, with session frequency determined by individual treatment plans and client availability.
Can I choose my therapist?
Yes, we match clients with therapists based on expertise, availability, and personal preferences during the intake process.
Do you provide telehealth options?
Yes, we offer secure video therapy sessions for clients who prefer remote counseling while maintaining treatment quality.
