Christian Counseling

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This program equips students with the skills, knowledge, and spiritual insight to provide biblically grounded counseling. It integrates psychology, pastoral care, and theology, preparing students to guide, support, and restore individuals, families, and communities.

The foundations and purpose of Christian counseling
How to integrate Scripture, spirituality, and psychology
How human behavior works physically, emotionally, and spiritually
Counseling skills such as listening, empathy, questioning, and guidance
How to counsel people at different life stages
Biblical solutions to common life challenges
How to guide people toward healing, restoration, and spiritual growth
How to conduct real counseling sessions professionally
How to create counseling plans and evaluate progress
How to run a counseling program in a church or community

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Christian Counseling
Provides an overview of Christian counseling, its purpose, and its biblical foundation.

Lesson 1: Understanding Christian Counseling – Definition and Scope
Lesson 2: Biblical Basis for Counseling – God as Counselor
Lesson 3: The Role of the Counselor – Servant, Guide, and Mentor
Lesson 4: Integrating Spirituality and Psychology
Lesson 5: Boundaries, Ethics, and Responsibility in Counseling

Module 2: Foundations of Human Behavior
Explores the psychological and spiritual aspects of human nature.

Module 3: Counseling Skills and Techniques
Focuses on practical tools and methods for effective counseling.

Module 4: Counseling Across Life Stages
Teaches how to address specific challenges at different life stages.

Module 5: Biblical Solutions to Life Challenges
Applies Scripture to common issues faced in counseling.

Module 6: Spiritual Formation and Guidance
Emphasizes helping counselees grow spiritually while addressing life issues.

Module 7: Practical Counseling and Case Studies
Focuses on hands-on experience, reflection, and real-world application.

Module 8: Capstone Project
Students integrate all they have learned in a practical, ministry-oriented project.

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Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Christian Counseling Provides an overview of Christian counseling, its purpose, and its biblical foundation.

Lesson 1: Understanding Christian Counseling – Definition and Scope

Lesson 2: Biblical Basis for Counseling – God as Counselor

Lesson 3: The Role of the Counselor – Servant, Guide, and Mentor

Lesson 4: Integrating Spirituality and Psychology

Lesson 5: Boundaries, Ethics, and Responsibility in Counseling

Module 2: Foundations of Human Behavior Explores the psychological and spiritual aspects of human nature.

Lesson 1: Understanding the Mind, Emotions, and Will

Lesson 2: The Fallen Nature and Its Impact on Behavior

Lesson 3: Personality and Temperament in Biblical Context

Lesson 4: Understanding Motivation and Decision-Making

Lesson 5: Spiritual Discernment in Evaluating Behavior

Module 3: Counseling Skills and Techniques Focuses on practical tools and methods for effective counseling.

Lesson 1: Active Listening and Empathy

Lesson 2: Asking the Right Questions – Guiding Without Directing

Lesson 3: Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation

Lesson 4: Crisis Intervention and Pastoral Care

Lesson 5: Developing Individualized Counseling Plans

Module 4: Counseling Across Life Stages Teaches how to address specific challenges at different life stages.

Lesson 1: Children – Development, Guidance, and Spiritual Nurturing

Lesson 2: Adolescents – Identity, Peer Pressure, and Spiritual Formation

Lesson 3: Adults – Relationships, Marriage, and Career Guidance

Lesson 4: Seniors – Legacy, Grief, and Life Reflection

Lesson 5: Special Populations – Trauma, Addiction, and Emotional Disorders

Module 5: Biblical Solutions to Life Challenges Applies Scripture to common issues faced in counseling.

Lesson 1: Dealing with Anxiety, Fear, and Depression

Lesson 2: Forgiveness, Guilt, and Healing from Past Hurts

Lesson 3: Marriage and Family Challenges

Lesson 4: Decision-Making and Purpose Alignment

Lesson 5: Spiritual Growth, Faith, and Emotional Resilience

Module 6: Spiritual Formation and Guidance Emphasizes helping counselees grow spiritually while addressing life issues.

Lesson 1: Discipleship as a Counseling Tool

Lesson 2: Prayer, Meditation, and the Word in Counseling

Lesson 3: Helping Others Hear God’s Voice

Lesson 4: Developing Godly Character and Wisdom

Lesson 5: Encouraging Long-Term Spiritual Growth

Module 7: Practical Counseling and Case Studies Focuses on hands-on experience, reflection, and real-world application.

Lesson 1: Conducting Counseling Sessions – Planning and Execution

Lesson 2: Analyzing Case Studies – Understanding Patterns and Needs

Lesson 3: Role-Playing and Simulation Exercises

Lesson 4: Evaluating Outcomes and Adjusting Approaches

Lesson 5: Reporting, Confidentiality, and Accountability

Module 8: Capstone Project Students integrate all they have learned in a practical, ministry-oriented project.

Lesson 1: Designing a Counseling Program for a Community or Church

Lesson 2: Applying Biblical Principles to Real-Life Situations

Lesson 3: Mentorship and Supervised Counseling Practice

Lesson 4: Evaluating the Impact of Counseling Initiatives

Lesson 5: Presenting a Comprehensive Counseling Project

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