February 2016 is the month that counselling and psychology from a Christian faith perspective is being highlighted in towns and cities across the country. Many individuals have experienced the benefits that counselling brings, but for others there is still a stigma attached in seeking help through counselling. Christian counselling in particular is sometimes misunderstood. So what is counselling? What are the hallmarks of Christian counselling? And what is a Christian counsellor?
Counselling provides a confidential setting in which an individual, couple or family can explore any challenges they experience in their emotional, mental or spiritual lives. This takes place with a trained professional who works collaboratively and respectfully with clients. The counsellor directs the conversation and provides tools and understanding in such a way that clients gain hope and experience positive change as they work toward achieving their goals. Some of the topics discussed include the following
issues: stress; anxiety; depression; addictions; trauma; grief; relationship or family issues; etc.
issues: stress; anxiety; depression; addictions; trauma; grief; relationship or family issues; etc.
Christian counsellors are held to the same high standards of
professionalism, competence, respect for clients, continuing education, and ethical standards as secular counsellors. However, Christian counsellors additionally hold a Christian faith perspective. Therapy is therefore based on biblical principles and integrates psychology.
professionalism, competence, respect for clients, continuing education, and ethical standards as secular counsellors. However, Christian counsellors additionally hold a Christian faith perspective. Therapy is therefore based on biblical principles and integrates psychology.
Christian counsellors also counsel from a holistic perspective,
acknowledging the spiritual aspect of client’s lives. They respect whatever faith tradition clients may or may not come from, and will not impose their personal beliefs on clients. Christian counsellors are also willing to incorporate a Christian faith and or prayer into the counselling sessions if requested by the client.
acknowledging the spiritual aspect of client’s lives. They respect whatever faith tradition clients may or may not come from, and will not impose their personal beliefs on clients. Christian counsellors are also willing to incorporate a Christian faith and or prayer into the counselling sessions if requested by the client.
A good place to find hope and to begin your journey of change is:
www.paccp.ca
www.paccp.ca
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