What is biblical counseling?

What exactly is Biblical counseling? Simply stated, biblical counseling is a relationship in which a counselor helps an individual, couple, or family better understand and solve a problem in an atmosphere of trust and privacy, using biblical principals. 

What happens in counseling? In counseling, the counselor and client seek to clearly describe the problem and create a strategy to solve or manage it. Evaluation occurs throughout counseling, which allows the counselor and client to make any needed changes in an effort to reach the client’s goals. Referrals to additional community resources and/or professionals willbe recommended when appropriate for your circumstances.  

How is faith-based counseling different from other forms of counseling that a licensed therapist provides?Faith-based counseling integrates the truths and teachings of the Bible with proven psychological theories, placing a focus on our human nature, redemption, and grace. All other concepts or ideas are measured by the truth of Scripture.  

What is a “Biblical” counselor?A biblical counselor has a minimum of a lay counseling certificate and/or is credentialed by a governing body following the completion of all educational requirements, supervised client hours, and examinations. Our lead counselor is a Board Credentialed Biblical Counselor with the American Association of Christian Counselors.

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