Christianity & Counseling
Lately I've been thinking a lot about God's calling for my life. I know He called me me to be a therapist in private practice, helping people through difficult times in their lives. This has been clear to me since I was in the 8th grade. Over the years, God has given me vision and direction on what He wants me to do with the gift He's given me.
I struggle with whether I want to market myself as a Christian Counselor or as a Therapist who is a Christian and has a faith based practice. However you see me or view my practice, it's important to know that I grew up in a Christian family and have been a Christian, a follower of Christ since a very young age. This influences who I am, how I act, and how I respond to clients. It calls me to be humble and kind. It calls me to be empathetic and honest.
I never push Christianity, religion, or faith on any clients. I understand it has to be a choice, not something that is pushed on you, especially in a space such as therapy, where you come to be vulneable and honest and to get help for deep wounds and grow as a person. I promise that I always respect where you are and what you ask for. I don't judge you for your beliefs or opinions. I ask tough questions. I encourage you to develop and review your own thoughts and come to conclusions and decisions that are the best for you.
However, at the same time, if you desire the inclusion & infusion of faith in your therapy, I am happy to provide that. We can talk together about keeping Christ at the center of your healing and growth. Or in the center of your marriage relationship.
And some people believe that Christianity and Counseling cannot be practiced together, and I strongly disagree. They can be mutually exclusive, but they can also go closely hand in hand. They can compliment each other. We are even told in the Bible that Jesus is our Wonderful Counselor. And we are called to be like Jesus, in fact, that's what Christian means - "little Christs". So, if that's the case, then it makes sense that we can be counselors.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on this topic. Please feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments.
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