Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Therapy Services in SF Bay Area
Christian Counseling Centers was founded in 1983 with a vision to provide mental health services aligned with faith-based principles while remaining accessible to individuals of all backgrounds. Our mission focuses on delivering comprehensive care that integrates professional psychological practices with spiritual insight, fostering hope, healing, and personal growth. We employ a holistic approach, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, psychological, relational, and spiritual well-being. Our team of licensed therapists, certified pastoral counselors, and pre-licensed professionals offers evidence-based treatments tailored to individual needs, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. We prioritize creating a confidential, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their struggles and develop practical coping strategies.With multiple locations across the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide in-person and teletherapy services, multilingual support, and specialized programs for families, couples, and individuals. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures services are available to people of all ages, races, religions, and socioeconomic statuses. We emphasize personalized treatment plans, leveraging clinical expertise and spiritual resources to address diverse client needs. Through educational outreach and community seminars, we extend our mission of promoting mental health awareness and resilience. Our decades of experience and dedication to ethical, client-centered care establish us as a trusted resource for mental health support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Multilingual Therapy
Child Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We integrate professional psychological practices with spiritual insight for holistic care.
- Our team includes licensed therapists with extensive training in evidence-based treatments.
- Multilingual counseling services available in languages like Mandarin, Cantonese, and Spanish.
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and faith preferences.
- Confidential, nonjudgmental environment prioritizing client safety and emotional well-being.
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth challenges. Therapists use evidence-based techniques like CBT and EMDR to help clients develop coping strategies and regain emotional stability. Tailored to your unique needs, this therapy fosters self-awareness and resilience through faith-integrated or secular approaches.
Family Therapy
Family therapy focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts through structured sessions. Our counselors address parenting challenges, sibling dynamics, and intergenerational trauma while promoting mutual respect. By integrating emotional and spiritual insights, we help families build stronger bonds and create supportive home environments for lasting relational health.
Marriage & Couples Counseling
This service strengthens partnerships through empathy-building and communication skills training. Therapists guide couples in resolving conflicts, rebuilding trust, and navigating life transitions together. Using approaches like the Gottman Method, we address issues such as infidelity, financial stress, and intimacy challenges to foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Multilingual Therapy
We offer therapy in Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, Korean, and other languages to ensure cultural and linguistic comfort. These sessions combine professional mental health care with culturally sensitive approaches, allowing clients to express themselves naturally while addressing anxiety, depression, and acculturation stress in their preferred language.
Child & Adolescent Counseling
Specialized counseling for children and teens addresses behavioral issues, self-esteem struggles, and developmental challenges. Therapists use play therapy, art therapy, and age-appropriate techniques to help young clients manage stress, improve social skills, and build emotional resilience in a supportive, nurturing environment.
People
Jonathan Arnold
Clinical Psychologist & Executive Director
Dr. Arnold leads Christian Counseling Centers with over 25 years of experience in clinical psychology. He specializes in trauma recovery and evidence-based therapies, supervising staff while maintaining a private practice focused on adult mental health.
Steven Barney
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
With 20+ years in family systems therapy, Mr. Barney specializes in intergenerational trauma and relationship dynamics. He supervises trainees and provides therapy for couples and families struggling with communication and emotional disconnect.
WanPing Carrie Cavigioli
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Ms. Cavigioli offers Mandarin and Cantonese therapy for anxiety, depression, and acculturation stress. Her practice focuses on Asian-American clients navigating cultural identity and family expectations through a bicultural lens.
Daria Cochran
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Dr. Cochran specializes in cross-cultural counseling and trauma treatment for Russian-speaking clients. She co-directs the San Francisco office, integrating cognitive-behavioral techniques with spiritual exploration for holistic healing.
Gary Quan
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Mr. Quan provides therapy for tech industry professionals facing burnout and work-life balance issues. He incorporates mindfulness practices and faith-based perspectives to help clients manage stress and rediscover purpose.
Questions
Do you offer therapy for both Christians and non-Christians?
Yes, we serve clients of all faith backgrounds. While we integrate Christian values when requested, our evidence-based therapies remain accessible and effective for individuals of any or no religious affiliation.
What counseling specialties are available?
We treat anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, and life transitions. Specialized services include EMDR for trauma, Gottman Method for couples, and culturally specific therapy for diverse communities.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
All primary therapists hold active state licenses (LMFT, LPCC, or Psychologist). Our team includes board-certified pastoral counselors, pre-licensed associates under supervision, and psychiatrists for medication management.
Do you provide teletherapy options?
Yes, we offer secure video sessions for California residents. Teletherapy maintains the same quality of care as in-person visits, with scheduling flexibility for clients' convenience.
How do I choose the right therapist?
Our website filters therapists by location, language, specialty, and session type. Contact intake coordinators can help match you with a provider based on your specific needs and preferences.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major PPO plans and offer sliding-scale fees based on income. Contact our billing department to verify insurance coverage or discuss self-pay options for affordable care.
