Rick and Karen Shurtz: Ventura County's very own licensed Christian psychotherapists, making a life work out of integrating psychological and Biblical principles in their therapy. Rick and Karen have a total of 35 years combined experience in the counseling field. In their practices, they deal  with such issues as: Depression / Anxiety / Marital Issues / Parenting / Adolescence /  Family Counseling / Drug and Alcohol Recovery / Crisis intervention / Premarital Counseling / Women's and Men's Issues / Self-esteem in Christ / Stress Related Disorders and Spiritual growth.

Helpful Articles and Audio Tapes, Now Available in the Resource Center Each month, look for a new article on an interesting and pertinent topic, posted right here on the web site. Also be sure to ask about the numerous audio tapes archived in our audio library, now available to the public, covering such topics as: Divorce Proofing Your Marriage  Parenting Myths & Truths Stress Management Anger Management  Anxiety Disorders  Finding A Mate  Forgiveness  Depression  Grief Please feel free to e-mail us with subjects you'd like to see addressed in our future monthly articles.

Speaking and Events: For a number of years, they hosted, "Live with Rick and Karen," Ventura County's only live, call-in Christian therapist talk show. It was heard for a number of years on 98.3 FM KDAR.   Audiences are able to get information and advice from both the male and female perspectives of two married therapists. Helping people to experience healthy relationships, according to God's design, is their passion.  Live events include: marriage retreats, parenting workshops, church groups, etc.   To book a special function for your church, business, or organization, contact them today.