Frequently Asked Questions
You May Be Wondering…
Do I need counseling?
“People in therapy are often in therapy to deal with the people in their lives who won’t go to therapy.” Unknown
Sometimes people think that only damaged people need counseling. The truth is, the majority of people who seek counseling are ordinary people who are struggling with everyday human problems who may be just trying to figure things out. There are also those of us who have hurts from their past and would like to “get past the past,” but this can be difficult to work through alone.
If you are feeling stuck, using unhealthy coping mechanisms, having relationship problems or just not feeling yourself, you may benefit from professional counseling.
Thoughts On Counseling…
“How can I encourage you to take the first step on a journey to healing? Perhaps by telling you how far that first step has taken me. The doorway may look foreboding; but I can attest that on the other side the sun is shining, the sky is blue, the air is warm and inviting, and you can find peace in your soul. Just take a chance and leave the darkness of your past behind. Each step gets easier, I promise.”
“I was always afraid of counseling… that it would hurt and that I would be made to feel stupid. I’m glad I took a chance because I’m worth it and it really has helped. Counseling must be done at your own pace. Rushing through healing will not truly heal you. I sought out counseling to heal myself, not for others. It is important to seek counseling for YOU. I often feel like I can’t do this, which is why I’m glad God is involved in my journey. A slow steady pace through healing is essential when dealing with trauma. Does it hurt? Yes. Is it hard? Yes. But I feel like I’m finally becoming ME.”
“I have been to counselors and psychologists before. Even though they seemed helpful, I felt something was missing that didn’t provide me with the necessary tools to help me heal. Christian counseling has helped me heal in a new way that I am utterly grateful for. I am so thankful for a renewed peace and would definitely recommend counseling to anyone looking for the path to successful healing.”
How long will I be in therapy?
No two people are alike, therefore therapy may look different for each of our clients. We tailor our counseling services to match the needs of our clients.
Our purpose is to help you reach your goals as soon as possible and to give you the necessary tools to be able to live the life you are designed to live. The number of sessions depends on many factors, and we will be able to give you a better idea after we have had a chance to meet.
How long are the sessions?
Counseling sessions are usually 50 minutes in length.
For couples and family sessions, we sometimes extend the session time to 1 ½ hours.
Intensive sessions are offered for people would like to experience intensive work or for people who travel to us or live farther away. These sessions range from 2 – 4 hours.”