Your church is partnering with Emmaus Road Counseling Center.
Are you ready to find hope and experience healing? Discover compassionate, effective care from a Christian therapist who will listen to you talk about what matters most.
Meet our therapists for Newlife.
Available to schedule appointments at Newlife on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Michael Callahan
MFT Trainee
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Life offers plenty of challenges and opportunities to get stuck, whether that be as a result of trauma, anxiety, depression, or a variety of other life stressors. My goal as a Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee is to help guide people through those times of difficultly by walking alongside of them, regardless of where they are at in the journey. I realize firsthand how difficult it is to seek therapy, but I believe in the process and am committed to the notion that people can and do change.
As a pastor and United States Army Chaplain, I am passionate about working with populations who have experienced trauma, spiritual burnout, anxiety, depression, couples issues, and more. I have experience with a variety of populations, ranging from the local church to the military to law enforcement, but always strive to treat people with dignity, respect, and unconditional positive regard. I have a BA from California State University, Fullerton, a Master of Divinity from Talbot School of Theology, and am currently completing my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition to my full-time pastorate and Army obligations, I also serve as a volunteer chaplain for Covina Police Department, where I have the privilege of serving men and women in uniform as well as the larger community of Covina.
To schedule your free consultation with Michael, email mcallahan@emmausroadcounseling.com or call 323-538-3780.
Michelle Palacios
MFT Trainee
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I have a desire to walk with clients as they journey towards healing and wholeness. My vision is to help clients navigate through their life story and discover how their unique experiences have shaped them. I look forward to being a conduit of hope to each client as they journey through self-awareness. I am also passionate about spiritual and psychological integration. I believe gaining insight on the characteristics and intentions of God can help one embrace their own life story and help deepen self-awareness.
I graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a B.A in Psychology. I am currently earning my M.A in Marriage and Family Therapy from Biola University’s Talbot Theological Seminary. I have over twelve years’ experience volunteering in a church setting through various ministries including youth, young adults, and married couples.
To schedule your free consultation with Michelle, email mpalacios@emmausroadcounseling.com or call 909-279-1648.
Many Christians feel lost when it comes to finding a good counselor who understands their beliefs and values.
Finding a Christian therapist who understands your beliefs and has the experience and training to help you work through your issues can be hard.
Emmaus Road Christian Counseling offers compassionate care from therapists who understand both you and your faith. Emmaus Road has over fifteen years of experience in helping people just like you find hope and healing. Schedule a free consultation today to see how we can help you get started on the road to recovery.
We believe living a life free from emotional and mental suffering is possible.
Our therapists will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan that meets your unique needs, integrating your faith into counseling. Whether you are dealing with addiction, depression, anxiety, relationships, or any other issue, we are here to help.
If you are ready to take the first step toward hope and a better life, call us today or schedule a free consultation online. We would be honored to walk with you on your journey to healing.
Your church cares about you.
It's a unique gift that your church leadership sees mental health as something important to support for your congregation. Not just our spiritual health but our mental health is such an important part of our lives, and it's so good to see churches taking that seriously.
We appreciate when churches partner with us to help their members find hope and experience healing. As a result, we get to offer our services to you at a reduced rate.
The greatest gift you can give yourself and your family is the gift of you being a growing person. In addition to being part of a faith community to grow in your relationship with God, receiving counseling is an excellent way to grow as a person.
FAQs
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All of our therapists are legally allowed to practice psychotherapy in the state of CA. Our therapists are either Professional Clinical Counselors or Marriage and Family Therapists. Some of our therapists are finishing up their Master's level education at graduate schools such as: Concordia University, Vanguard, Azusa Pacific University, Fuller Theological Seminary, Biola University, California Baptist University, and Pepperdine University.
Other therapists have already obtained their MA degrees and are working on completing their hours towards becoming licensed within the state of California.
Lastly, we have our licensed therapists. They have completed the necessary education and training and passed the CA state license exam.
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We only hire men and women who are strong in their Christian faith and view counseling as an aspect of ministry, desiring to use their skills and abilities to help those who might be struggling in life and with their relationships.
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One of the main components of therapy is confidentiality. Whatever you discuss in therapy will remain confidential between you and your therapist, except for a few exceptions required by law that your therapist will discuss before your first session.
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We are here to serve you and your family. If you have any questions at all, or if we can help in any way that is not addressed, please don’t hesitate to contact our office at 909.979.3722 or email us at office@emmausroadcounseling.com Someone will get back to you within 24 hours.