Business Details
36 Years
experience
Christian Counseling Services in San Diego
Founded in 1990 by Aaron J. Reinicke, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Dr. Melinda Reinicke, Psychologist, our practice began as Reinicke Counseling. Over three decades, we expanded by inviting qualified Christian therapists to join our group practice while maintaining collaborative care. Our non-profit, LifeSpring Center, provides specialized support for missionaries and pastors globally. We specialize in Christian counseling for depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual addiction recovery, and marital conflict, offering individual, couples, family, and group therapy.Our 3-day intensives address sexual addiction recovery, and we provide reduced-fee therapy for clergy. W.I.L.D. Excursions, our outdoor program, combines community building with humanitarian efforts, funding water well projects in underserved regions. Our team integrates faith with professional expertise to deliver compassionate, client-centered care.
Services
Individual Counseling
Marriage Counseling
Sexual Addiction Recovery
Pastors Counseling
W.I.L.D. Excursions
Sexual Addiction Intensives
Group Therapy
Depression Counseling
Anxiety Counseling
Pre-marital Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in Christian counseling.
- Specialists in sexual addiction recovery with 3-day intensives.
- Provide reduced-fee therapy for pastors and missionaries.
- Offer both individual and group therapy options.
- Community-focused with W.I.L.D. Excursions supporting global water projects.
Services
Sexual Addiction Recovery
Our Christian-based program addresses pornography and sexual addiction through individual, couples, and group therapy. We offer 3-day intensives for accelerated recovery, combining faith principles with evidence-based practices to help clients achieve lasting freedom and emotional healing.
Marriage Counseling
We help conflicted marriages improve communication and rebuild trust through faith-guided counseling. Services include pre-marital preparation and recovery support for spouses of sex addicts, focusing on restoring healthy relationships grounded in Christian values.
Depression Counseling
Our therapists address depression and anxiety caused by trauma, grief, or life challenges using a Christian framework. Treatment integrates spiritual growth with therapeutic techniques to alleviate symptoms and foster emotional resilience for individuals seeking faith-based care.
Pastors Counseling
We provide specialized counseling and training for pastors and missionaries, including reduced-fee therapy and seminars. Our services address ministry-related stress, offering spiritual and psychological support to help clergy navigate personal and professional challenges.
W.I.L.D. Excursions
These guided hiking trips combine physical activity with community building, supporting mental wellness through nature. Proceeds fund clean water projects in developing countries, aligning personal growth with global humanitarian impact through our non-profit partner LifeSpring Center.
People
Aaron J. Reinicke
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Co-founder of Reinicke Counseling with 30+ years of experience in Christian therapy. Specializes in sexual addiction recovery and clergy counseling, dedicated to integrating faith with evidence-based mental health care for individuals and couples.
Dr. Melinda Reinicke
Psychologist
Co-founder and psychologist with expertise in trauma and anxiety disorders. Contributed to developing faith-integrated therapeutic approaches, focusing on women's mental health and supporting missionaries through LifeSpring Center's initiatives before pausing clinical work for writing projects.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy for depression, anxiety, sexual addiction recovery, marital conflict, and trauma, all grounded in Christian principles.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly but provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Clients pay at the time of service and submit claims independently to their providers.
Are there specialized programs for sexual addiction?
Yes, we offer 3-day intensives and group therapy specifically for sexual addiction recovery, combining Christian teachings with evidence-based therapeutic techniques for comprehensive healing.
Do you offer services for clergy or missionaries?
We provide reduced-fee therapy, phone consultations, and seminars for pastors and missionaries through our non-profit LifeSpring Center, addressing their unique spiritual and psychological needs.
What are your fees for therapy sessions?
Individual psychotherapy sessions cost $210 for 50 minutes. Group therapy is $75 per session. Fees are paid at the time of service via credit card, check, or cash.
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Reviews (2)
Renee M.
Mar 14, 2013
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My therapist is very compassionate and is grounded in a holisitc approach and love Jesus. so grateful for this place.
Kathy M.
Aug 28, 2012
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My hubby and I go for counseling here, and I just want to say that Scott is amazing. He is patient, kind, compassionate, caring, empathetic.
It's important to be heard, validated and understood when times are hard or you need guidance. The Christian foundation of this center is crucial for me. I do not want to merely rely on suggestions as seen on Oprah Winfrey or Dr. Phil. I would prefer counsel from those rooted in the Word of God. They were flexible on locations and worked with us regarding payments we can afford since we do not have insurance. A lot of places are just in it for the
It's important to be heard, validated and understood when times are hard or you need guidance. The Christian foundation of this center is crucial for me. I do not want to merely rely on suggestions as seen on Oprah Winfrey or Dr. Phil. I would prefer counsel from those rooted in the Word of God. They were flexible on locations and worked with us regarding payments we can afford since we do not have insurance. A lot of places are just in it for the
