Traditional Counseling

We don’t have enough time for me to get into all my thoughts around this type of work. But there are a few things I think are important when considering who you should work with.

I have spent a lot of time choosing what to call this work. Is it coaching, therapy, counseling, or even discipleship? The reality is it is all of them. God calls himself a Counselor. So that seems like the best choice. I am willing to sit in the seat of counselor and provide the best wisdom, guidance, and support as I am able to provide.

As with any healthy relationship, there will be and ought to be strong clear boundaries. This is true with my clients. My role is to help you hear and see. Your role is to ask for what you need. I find this relationship works best when expectations are clear, purpose is defined, and a safety is valued.

I was taught there is a spectrum in therapy. On one end you have care and on the other end you have change. I lean closer to the change end of the spectrum than towards the care end. I work well with clients who are motivated to do the work. My hope is that we can create a vision and a plan for how you can execute that vision. When someone walks into my office (or my computer screen), they are usually there because something needs to change. I’m eager and willing to help you navigate this change.

But change doesn’t just happen. It requires commitment and a willingness to embrace pain, knowing that the temporary discomfort is worth the long term gain.

If this sounds like you, then let’s do it.