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Christian Counseling & Faith-Based Therapy

Looking for a Christian counselor who understands your faith and your worldview?
You are in the right place. We offer Christian counseling that is warm, professional, and grounded in evidence based practices in our therapeutic approaches, while honoring your spiritual beliefs and values.

Many people seek counseling during seasons of stress, grief, relationship struggles, life transitions, or emotional overwhelm. For individuals who want their Christian faith integrated into the healing process, working with a counselor who understands their spiritual perspective can make all the difference.

 

The Counselors that offer this approach are:  Amanda Shannon, Svetlana Kovalenko, Rebecca Cunningham, Jean-luc Padley, and Lea Huizenga.

 

What Is Christian Counseling?

Christian counseling combines evidence-based mental health therapy with a Biblical, faith-centered perspective. We believe each person is created with a body, mind, and spirit, and that wellbeing is strongest when all three are supported.

 

Our Christian counseling approach:

  • Integrates faith gently and respectfully

  • Uses Scripture, prayer, or spiritual discussion only if you request it

  • Respects all Christian backgrounds and denominations

  • Honors your relationship with God as a source of strength

  • Helps you apply Biblical principles to real-life challenges

  • Encourages healing, hope, and growth rooted in God’s love

  • And Process Spiritual Traumas/Wounds

Christian counseling is not about preaching or pushing beliefs. It’s about combining your lived faith with therapeutic tools that support real, lasting change.

 

What You Can Expect in Christian Counseling

A Safe, Respectful, Client-Led Approach

You decide how much faith you want included in your sessions. Some clients prefer Scripture and prayer; others simply want a therapist who understands their Christian worldview. We follow your lead.

 

Compassionate, Whole-Person Care

We explore your emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual wellbeing, because all parts of your life matter and work together.

 

Professional, Evidence-Based Support

We use trusted therapeutic methods while integrating Christian values in a meaningful, authentic way. Our work together may include:

  • Emotional regulation skills

  • Relationship and communication support

  • Healing from trauma or grief

  • Strengthening identity and self-worth

  • Processing life transitions

 

A Welcoming Environment for All Christians and Everyone Else

We respect every faith background, tradition, and denominational experience. Whether your walk with God feels strong, uncertain, or wounded, we are here to support you. 

Who Christian Counseling Helps

 

Christian counseling may be a good fit if you are looking for support with:

  • Anxiety, stress, or overwhelm

  • Depression or low mood

  • Grief and loss

  • Relationship problems

  • Boundaries and communication

  • Identity and self-worth

  • Life transitions

  • Spiritual struggles or questions

  • Trauma or emotional wounds

  • Parenting, marriage, or family concerns

 

If you’ve ever said “I want a counselor who shares my faith”, Christian counseling can help you feel understood and supported as you work toward emotional and spiritual growth.

 

Ready to Begin Christian Counseling?

If you’re searching for Christian counseling, faith-based therapy, or a Christian therapist near me, we would be honored to support you.
Reach out today to schedule a session or ask any questions.

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8850 Bender Road, Suite 201
Lynden, WA 98264

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1151 Ellis Street, Suite 201
Bellingham, WA 98225

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(360) 383-8682

Fax: (360) 200-1784
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