Counseling Team Approach
"And we urge you, brothers and sisters, admonish the rebellious, comfort the discouraged, strengthen the weak, be patient toward all." 1 Thessalonians 5:14
Truth in Love Biblical Counseling Center utilizes the help of both trained lay volunteers and pastors. Our counselors do not know everything about biblical teaching and its application to life; nevertheless, they do know much and will do their utmost to help you. Counselors will honestly tell you if they require additional assistance from another member of the Biblical Counseling Ministry.
Please understand that biblical counseling consists of Christians providing scriptural advice and practical application. Yet the counselee is held fully responsible for how he/she implements that advice (James 1:23-25).
In addition, our counselors are neither psychologists, nor professional counselors. The counseling team consists of pastors, lay counselors, and trainees under the direction of the church elders, who provide guidance and oversight. The staff of Truth in Love Biblical Counseling Center will supervise the trainees and lay volunteers. A biblical counselor trainee may be present in a counseling session for training and observation. You will be asked to agree to their attendance prior to the session.
Your Rights as a Counselee: As a counselee you have the right to discuss outcomes and challenges regarding the counseling and receive an estimate of the predicted length, goals, and outcome of the counseling, as well as alternative options to that counseling. You have the right to ask about and/or refuse any techniques used. You are encouraged to report to an elder/pastor or counseling director if you have any grievances regarding the counseling. You may terminate counseling at any time, but we encourage you to consult with your counselor as to the best way to do so.
Not Professional Advice: If you have significant legal, financial, medical, or other technical questions, we may help you seek advice from an independent professional in that field.
Referral Process: We believe in biblical counseling and the future support of the Body of Christ once counseling is completed. However, in the case that progress is not being made, a conflict of interest, or for medical concerns, we do make referrals. We will work with permission with your family physician and insurance to help seek medical or professional care if needed.
Homework: Homework is often given between sessions. This can range from reading information to taking a practical step in your counseling process.
Please understand that biblical counseling consists of Christians providing scriptural advice and practical application. Yet the counselee is held fully responsible for how he/she implements that advice (James 1:23-25).
In addition, our counselors are neither psychologists, nor professional counselors. The counseling team consists of pastors, lay counselors, and trainees under the direction of the church elders, who provide guidance and oversight. The staff of Truth in Love Biblical Counseling Center will supervise the trainees and lay volunteers. A biblical counselor trainee may be present in a counseling session for training and observation. You will be asked to agree to their attendance prior to the session.
Your Rights as a Counselee: As a counselee you have the right to discuss outcomes and challenges regarding the counseling and receive an estimate of the predicted length, goals, and outcome of the counseling, as well as alternative options to that counseling. You have the right to ask about and/or refuse any techniques used. You are encouraged to report to an elder/pastor or counseling director if you have any grievances regarding the counseling. You may terminate counseling at any time, but we encourage you to consult with your counselor as to the best way to do so.
Not Professional Advice: If you have significant legal, financial, medical, or other technical questions, we may help you seek advice from an independent professional in that field.
Referral Process: We believe in biblical counseling and the future support of the Body of Christ once counseling is completed. However, in the case that progress is not being made, a conflict of interest, or for medical concerns, we do make referrals. We will work with permission with your family physician and insurance to help seek medical or professional care if needed.
Homework: Homework is often given between sessions. This can range from reading information to taking a practical step in your counseling process.
