Dr. Jonathan Behler is the founder of Grace in the Shadows and a licensed professional counselor with extensive training in counseling, theology, and clinical mental health. He is passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, trauma, relational conflict, spiritual struggles, and major life transitions with both professional excellence and pastoral wisdom.

Jonathan works with adults and couples seeking clarity, healing, and renewed direction. His approach integrates evidence-based counseling methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused strategies, with thoughtful faith integration for those who desire biblical counseling. He believes meaningful change occurs when truth is paired with grace, and when clients are given both practical tools and spiritual grounding.

Clients often describe Jonathan as steady, insightful, and direct, yet compassionate. He creates a safe and confidential space where difficult issues can be addressed with honesty, wisdom, and hope.

Populations Served: Adults, Couples

Specialties: Anxiety, trauma, marriage and relationship concerns, spiritual struggles, life transitions

Approach: CBT, solution-focused therapy, strengths-based counseling, biblical counseling upon request

Faith Integration: Clinically integrated counseling with the option for explicitly biblical counseling