Christian Counseling utilizes therapeutic skills with the Christian faith to help people heal. This therapeutic approach is a good option for those interested in the Christian faith or who have beliefs that allow them to benefit from a counselor who can help align their healing with tenets of Christianity.
Some people choose Christian counseling because they are experiencing life problems tied to their faith. Others may choose it because they are followers of Christ.
Christian Counseling uses the tenets of the Bible to assist you in developing healthy coping mechanisms, overcoming relational challenges, healing from trauma, and dealing with any other mental health concerns. Christian Counseling encourages strengthening your relationship with God, the Bible, and your faith.
Christian Counseling usually combines another form of therapy focusing on ideas from the Bible. Research shows that incorporating spirituality into mental health counseling can be beneficial for those who have had or plan to connect to their faith.
People dealing with any mental health concern can benefit from Christian Counseling if they want to strengthen their relationship with God simultaneously. Christian counselors typically have a background in the faith of Christianity, rely on the Bible to help them guide those they counsel, and try their best to integrate the mind, body, and spiritual aspects of counseling.
I am accepting clients that work in professional services as essential workers such as Mental Health, Legal Systems, Healthcare Systems, Education, etc... My client may have difficulties adjusting to our new normal since the COVID 19 Pandemic. My client may feel underappreciated and undercompensated with work/life demand and need support through different life transitions. My client may be...
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Kaelyn Folstad is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in trauma-informed approaches to addressing child, adolescent and adult mental health. She enjoys working with a variety of individuals, couples and families utilizing an eclectic combination of interventions to best meet client needs. Kaelyn strives to come alongside clients and families to help find hope and healing...
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We wants to prioritize your well-being. First-time clients see a therapist within 24hrs of the first call. Weekend, evening and online appointments available. Are you ready to make a change with the support of a mental health professional? We are ready to receive your call at Thriveworks Amherst @ 413-634-4805 to get started. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Marriage tensions, Infidelity, Life...
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