Christian Counseling Harrisonburg, VA
Christ centered therapy in the Shenandoah Valley
Finding Renewal in Your Walk With Christ
You don’t have to face this season alone
Harrisonburg is a community filled with beauty and connection. From the rolling hills just outside town to the fellowship found in local churches, there are many reminders of God’s goodness. Yet even in a close-knit place like this, you may find yourself wrestling with anxiety, past hurts, or worries that weigh heavy on your heart.
Christian counseling can give you a safe place to bring both your struggles and your faith, knowing you will be met with understanding and encouragement. Together, we can invite Jesus into the process, allowing Him to bring comfort, clarity, and renewed strength into your daily life. With support, you can begin to let go of the weight you’ve been carrying and step into a season marked by peace, resilience, and a deeper connection with God’s purpose for you.
Christian counseling in Harrisonburg can support you as you:
Release anxiety, stress, and worry that keep you from feeling present.
Heal from painful experiences while trusting Jesus for restoration.
Let go of guilt or shame that creates distance in your relationship with God.
Learn faith-based tools to manage overwhelming emotions.
Discover how Scripture speaks truth into your unique struggles.
Break free from unhelpful thought patterns that leave you feeling stuck.
Grow in your walk with Christ while facing life’s challenges with courage.
What Christian Counseling Can Help You With
What Christian Counseling Looks Like in Harrisonburg
Christian counseling is a place where your faith guides the process. We may pray together, reflect on Scripture, or explore how biblical truths align with evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, and CPT. Each session is personalized so you can experience God’s presence in the middle of your specific challenges.
Whether you’re navigating the pace of student life at Eastern Mennonite University, adjusting to the demands of work and family, or seeking peace after a season of loss, counseling provides a space to rest in God’s promises while also developing practical strategies for daily life.
Blending faith with evidence-based care
Why I offer Christian Counseling
Faith and therapy working together
When I first began my work as a counselor, my focus was on learning the skills, completing my training, and growing through internships. But as I continued my own walk with Jesus, I began to see how clearly Scripture points to the truth that everything we have—our breath, our lives, our gifts, and even our knowledge —comes from God alone. These blessings are not meant to be kept to ourselves, but to be shared in service to others, to wash one another’s feet, and to live as the hands and feet of Jesus in this world.
The more I grew in my faith, the more I realized that counseling should not be separate from a relationship with Christ. In today’s world, it can feel difficult for Christians to know how to address mental health struggles while staying rooted in faith. Yet we were never meant to walk through these challenges apart from Him. Bringing Jesus and the Holy Spirit into the counseling room allows us to hold both truth and grace—to acknowledge hardships while also finding the purpose, growth, and hope that God provides.
This is why I offer Christian counseling. My desire is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for believers to wrestle honestly with life’s struggles while staying anchored in their faith. In our work together, I will walk alongside you as both a guide and an encourager, meeting you where you are while also holding you accountable when it’s needed. My prayer is that in our time together, you will not only find support and tools for managing your struggles but also experience the presence of Jesus more deeply in the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Christian counseling is different from secular therapy because it welcomes your faith as a central part of the process. Here, you don’t need to set aside your relationship with God to work on your emotional health. Instead, we combine biblical truth with professional counseling so you can experience growth both spiritually and personally.
This approach equips you to handle daily stress with resilience while also deepening your trust in God. Whether you are working through anxiety, unresolved trauma, or spiritual discouragement, Christian counseling helps you move forward with peace and confidence.
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Pastoral counseling focuses on spiritual teaching and discipleship, while Christian counseling blends biblical truths with professional, evidence-based therapy. As a licensed counselor, I help you work through mental and emotional challenges while keeping your faith at the center.
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No. While my faith informs my work, I welcome anyone who seeks counseling. If you prefer sessions without faith integration, I will always respect that choice.
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Yes. All sessions are virtual through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. Whether you live in Harrisonburg, Bridgewater, Dayton, or anywhere else in Virginia, you can receive care from the comfort of your home.
Navigating Community Expectations in a Close-Knit Town
Faith based counseling that meets you where you are
In a close-knit town like Harrisonburg, being surrounded by familiar faces can be both comforting and challenging. You may feel pressure to appear as though everything is fine, even when you are struggling inside. The weight of community expectations, or the fear of others noticing your hardships, can make it harder to reach out for support. Christian counseling offers a private and compassionate space where you can be fully honest about what you are carrying. Here, you do not have to wear a mask or keep up appearances. Instead, you are invited to bring your whole self, lean on God’s truth, and find encouragement to live authentically with greater freedom, strength, and peace.
Step Into a Season of Peace and Growth in Harrisonburg
Christ-centered counseling to help you find clarity, resilience, and renewed joy
Life in Harrisonburg is filled with opportunities for connection and growth — from mornings spent at Chestnut Ridge Coffee Roasters to walks through Hillandale Park. Yet even with these blessings, life’s challenges can sometimes feel too heavy to carry. Christian counseling offers a way to bring your burdens to the Lord while receiving professional, faith-based support.
If you’re ready to take the next step toward healing, I would be honored to walk with you. Together, we can invite Jesus into your journey and create space for lasting growth.