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Christian Counseling

What is Christian counseling or psychotherapy?

Christian counseling or psychotherapy can mean a number of different things to different people. The Christian counseling or psychotherapy offered at Creative Psychology is based upon the belief that "all truth is God’s truth." The therapist has been professionally trained in both psychology and theology and is committed to integrating the Christian faith into counseling or psychotherapy sessions. The therapist acknowledges that the Bible provides guidance and practical wisdom about human nature and human suffering, relationships, and standards for living a healthy life.

To achieve a healthy lifestyle, a person needs to develop and maintain a balance and well-being within several aspects of their daily living:

•         Physical
•         Mental
•         Social
•         Emotional
•         Spiritual

Stress in any of these areas can be caused by internal conflicts or by circumstances out of a person’s own control. A less than healthy well-being can also be the result of neglecting personal needs within any of these areas. The Christian counseling and psychotherapy provided by Dr. Vicki Santos, attempts to assist people in living a more balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Working with a therapist who shares common beliefs and values of the Christian community may facilitate the therapeutic process for those who value the Christian faith. It always helps to feel understood, but clients should realize it is not the therapist’s job to preach or read religious materials to clients. It is the therapist’s job to guide and assist clients in looking at the "truth" of their situation. It is the therapist’s job to provide guidance and direction and assist a client in making the best use of all their resources, including their spiritual and religious resources. Perhaps most importantly, it is the therapist’s job to provide a safe and confidential setting where clients can sort through their difficult thoughts, feelings, and decisions in life without fear of being judged or unnecessarily upsetting others.

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