Meet the Clinicians
A national network of compassionate providers serving more than 10 states, each uniquely attuned to the role faith plays in healing and wellness. Our clinicians welcome referrals from churches, synagogues, mosques, and all faith communities, offering care that honors and respects every client’s spiritual identity.​​​
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Allashia Smith-Harris, LMHC-DP
Licensing State: NY
Becoming A Better Me, LLC
914-229-9524
Philippians 2:2 calls us to an invitation to intentional thinking and emotional maturity that closely reflects the foundations of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Similarly, Philippians 4:8 directs us to replace distorted or unhelpful thoughts. In short, both faith and therapeutic practice work toward the same goal: transforming how we think so we can live well, love well, and walk in wholeness. God + Therapy = A Better Me.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
William Ford, LCSW
Licensing State: NY
​Mustardseed Clinical Licensed Forensic Social Work Services
917-576-7809
"My faith has created a foundation for my clinical practice by reminding me that my ability to help others comes from my ability to remain humble and to hear what my clients are sharing with me."
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ashlee Reed, LCSW
Licensing State: VA, GA, NC
Pack Light Counseling, LLC
804-404-6763
"At Pack Light we invite the Holy Spirit into the session to speak life, encouragement and wisdom into any situation."
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Camilie Holmes, LMHC
Licensing State: NY
Camilie Holmes Therapy
914-297-9198
"I believe it is very important to approach life's challenges with a holistic approach. I am well aware of the stigmas attached to the faith-based community seeking help and will work to normalize the benefits of seeking both Jesus and therapy."
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Felicia Harper, LMHC
Licensing State: NY
Felicia Harper Therapy
631-417 3454
"As I support my clients therapeutic journey-I practice holding them with grace and patience as they move through uncharted waters exploring all sides of themselves. I lean on many expressions of God's word such as scripture and spirit to integrate and guide my treatment process."
​Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Sport Psych.
Dr. Hayley Perelman, LCP, SP
Licensing State: NY, NJ, Mass., VT and PSYPACT
Hayley Perelman, Ph.D.
617-329-5378
"My Jewish faith guides me to be open and accepting, both of fellow Jews and folks of other religions. I work with clients who are very religious as well as atheist and agnostic. As a Jew, I value helping to empower those who don't feel like their voices are being heard."
Neuropsychologist, MS, PsyD, ABSNP-D, LP
Dr. Naeema Burgess
Licensing State: NY
Giving Hope LLC
347-740 2640
"I believe my faith helps me to give grace and be nonjudgmental. It helps me to lead with a servant mindset to ensure that my patients do not feel they are in a lower space of being. It helps me to home in on key details necessary to better understand my patients and their needs."
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Shakira O'Garro, LMHC-D
Licensing State: CA, NJ, NY, PA, SC
Cheerful Heart Mental Health Counseling PLLC
914-214-7792
"While leaning on her relationship with Jesus Christ, she founded Cheerful Heart to create a space where clients feel truly seen, validated, and empowered to find joy in the midst of suffering. The practice was built on the belief that healing thrives in community, compassion, and collaboration and that every woman deserves a safe space to reclaim her strength and joy."
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Shaquala Fields, LCSW
Licensing State: NY, NJ
Women of Worth, LCSW PLLC
917-319-5465
"Women of Worth, LCSW PLLC providers are Christian-based providers who respect everyone's faith-based decisions and believe wholeness and healing are available to everyone regardless of religious affiliation. Faith-based interventions are only provided upon request."​​​
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Sylvia Wright, LCSW Not accepting patients at this time
Licensing State: NY, NJ, NC
With God's Help, Licensed Clinical Social Work, LLC
845-659-9270
"My faith informs my work as it informs my life."
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FEEDBACK ON THE DIRECTORY
SHARON
"I can’t express enough how important it was for me to find a therapist who incorporates faith into the treatment process. During some of my darkest moments, knowing that my clinician understood my spiritual struggles allowed me to explore not just my emotions, but also my relationship with God.
LAURA
As someone who values my faith, working with a clinician who understands and respects my beliefs has made all the difference in my healing journey.
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OSCAR & AMANDA
"It’s not just about therapy for us; it’s about feeling supported in every aspect of our lives, including our spiritual journey. Our therapist has helped us integrate our faith into the healing process, providing both practical tools and spiritual guidance.
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