Restoring

Connection

with Kia Gutierrez, LMFT

Therapeutic Services & Resources

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Therapy

Therapy with Kia Gutierrez bridges the gap between emotion and logic in both your inner world and relationships. Couples build stronger communication and teamwork, while individuals grow in emotional awareness and healthier patterns.

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EVents

Partner with Kia Gutierrez to help your church grow in emotional intelligence through Scripture and psychology. Offerings include church speaking engagements, small group teachings, and interactive marriage "tune-up" workshops. Each experience strengthens relationships, equips your community, and integrates emotional health with a Christ-centered perspective through meaningful conversations and practical tools.

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Publications

Kia Gutierrez's award winning work spans her Substack, podcast, and historical fiction, all exploring emotion and relationships in the context of Scripture. Through thoughtful reflections, honest conversations, and rich storytelling, her work offers fresh insight and invites both biblical understanding and relational healing.

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New Book RElease

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Emotions as Messengers: A Faith-Based Guide for Understanding Your Emotions to Connect with God, Yourself, and Others is the recipient of the Christian Lit Award.

Written by Kia Gutierrez, this biblically grounded guide offers a practical framework for understanding emotions as part of God's design for relationships, self-awareness, and spiritual growth. You will learn to develop a healthier relationship with your emotions and discover how emotional awareness can deepen your connection with God, strengthen your relationships with others, and foster lasting spiritual growth.

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Kia Gutierrez, LMFT

A forerunner in modern practices for fostering emotional safety and connection in relationships Kia uses a unique blend of logic and emotion. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, she specializes in trauma-informed couples counseling, helping partners navigate challenges with compassion and clarity.

As an award winning author, Kia’s podcast and writing bring honest conversations about trauma, faith, and healing into everyday spaces.

Beyond the therapy room, Kia is a dynamic public speaker serving the Pacific Northwest church community, bridging mental health principles with biblical truths to inspire personal and collective growth.

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Amanda Anderson, PhD, LMFT, Anderson Therapy Group

“Don’t miss this opportunity to work with an incredible clinician.”

Client

“Kia’s teachings on the bible Give words to my internal wrestlings with faith.”