counseling in the church

Biblical Counseling with Individuals

Biblical Counseling with Individuals expands upon the basic principles offered in the introductory class. With a focus on individual spiritual, emotional, relational, and behavioral concerns, the student is trained in specific techniques of care in a one-to-one relationship of discipleship, education, and counseling. Common issues of depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, and addiction are highlighted with ongoing training in problem definition and treatment strategies. Specific case scenarios are offered along with role-play opportunities, helping the student practice the application of Scripture and Biblical principles in an ongoing relationship of growth and development.

Introduction to Biblical Counseling

Introduction to Biblical Counseling is the first required course for all students. The course introduces the student to basic concepts of Biblical counseling including problem identification and definition, treatment planning, and counseling techniques and intervention with individuals and families in crisis.

Morning Worship Service…Redeemer 30A Church

Dr. Abercrombie will be preaching during the morning worship service on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at Redeemer 30A Church in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Please make plans to join us. Date: Sunday, October 9, 2022 Time: 9:00 am until 10:30 am Location: Redeemer 30A Church, Santa Rosa Beach, FL Topic: To be Announced

Gospel Centered Biblical Care and Discipleship

Gospel-Centered Biblical Care and Discipleship provides an introduction to the ministry of biblical counseling. The course introduces the student to basic concepts of Biblical counseling including problem identification and definition, treatment planning, and counseling techniques and intervention with individuals and families in crisis. Students are trained in the direct application of Scripture to specific problem … Read More

Introduction to Biblical Counseling

Introduction to Biblical Counseling is the first required course for all students. The course introduces the student to basic concepts of Biblical counseling including problem identification and definition, treatment planning, and counseling techniques and intervention with individuals and families in crisis. Students are trained in the direct application of Scripture to specific problem areas, the … Read More

Why Biblical Counseling?…Ensley First Baptist Church

Ensley First Baptist Church, Pensacola, Florida is hosting this two hour seminar entitled, “Why Biblical Counseling?” as an introduction to the ministry of biblical care and discipleship. This training is in preparation for the church’s new residential program for women dealing with addiction issues. This seminar is open only to members of Ensley FBC and their … Read More

Biblical Counseling Case Study Seminar…Briarwood Presbyterian Church

Please join us as Dr. Abercrombie presents a seminar devoted to biblical case studies through Briarwood Presbyterian Church, Birmingham, AL. This seminar is available through Internet Simulcast. Date: April 21, 2021 Time: 5:30 until 7:30 pm Location: Internet Simulcast Presenter: Ab Abercrombie, Ph.D. To classes the Simulcast, use the following Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7638086412?pwd=RWJra0VvY1I1eWFFcldDcXV2SHhPZz09

Biblical Counseling with Chronic and Complicated Cases (Internet Simulcast)

Biblical Counseling with Complicated and Chronic Cases – This course provides the student experience in working with chronic and severe cases requiring specialized care and expanded resources. Situations such as severe depression, suicidal threat, addiction, psychosis, eating disorders, etc. are explored with emphasis on case study, and supervision of actual cases. This course will also … Read More

Evangelism in Biblical Counseling–Internet Simulcast

Biblical Counseling is not only a tool for restoration and discipleship, but can be a productive area of evangelism for the biblical counselor. In this course, the student will learn specific methods of spiritual inquiry, testimony, and Scriptural texts relevant in leading the counselee into an initial relationship with Jesus Christ. Date: Saturday October 17, … Read More

Crisis Biblical Counseling

This course addresses the response of the Body in crisis situations. Counseling approaches for use in natural disasters (hurricanes, floods, earthquake, etc.), crime situations (homicide, sexual assault, terrorist activity, etc.), and personal crisis situations (sudden loss, abuse, etc.) are taught. This course is especially useful for Chaplains, disaster relief workers, crisis first responders, police and … Read More