This blog addresses the possibility of burnout by the counselor, which can be due to a heavy caseload or the effect of a few difficult cases. Self-evaluation is needed in order to combat compassion fatigue. This blog presents the example of Christ as the example of unselfish love, incorporating rest and occasional isolation for worship, involving friends, and seeking a heavenly reward. Continue Reading →
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No matter their reason for beginning the counseling journey, each counselor is blessed. I have found unexpected joys and spiritual growth as a direct result of helping other women grow in faith. If you are led to becoming a biblical counselor, here are just some of the blessings you will experience. Continue Reading →
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Counseling supervision is an important step toward developing an effective counselor. The supervisor’s role requires patience and an awareness of opportunities to provide encouragement. It provides a model of humility, an example of using Scripture, and necessary instruction. The supervisor plays an important part in blessing the kingdom of God. Continue Reading →
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This week’s mini-series on the Grace and Truth blog addresses biblical counseling homework. In this first article, Caroline Newheiser shares the five W’s of counseling homework. In other contributions to the series, Shauna Van Dyke urges counselors to use a different term than “homework” for creating a growth plan and assignments to facilitate biblical sanctification, and Christine Chappell offers three benefits of audio-based homework. Continue Reading →
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The counselor may need to counsel a woman who has left a relationship with another woman that became possessive and sexual. This blog gives suggestions for Scriptures that can help and offers a few warnings for the counselor. Continue Reading →
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