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Christian Counseling for Women
in Chambersburg, Franklin County, & throughout Pennsylvania
Hey, there. You probably never imagined life would bring you to this point. But here you are. Wondering how you got here, what God is doing, and what He wants from you in all of this.
You want someone who can point you to God’s word while helping you walk through and overcome the hard things you’re facing. You want to handle life better, in the good and the bad. You’ve tried to do it on your own, but it’s not working.
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Welcome. You're in the the right place.
It all feels so hard.
You show up with a smile on your face, but what you don’t show is the hurt, anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, and pain lingering behind that smile.
You’re struggling and you know you should probably get some help. You’ve tried reading your Bible more and praying. It’s just so hard to find the time. And when you do find the time, you can’t focus.
Your mind just never seems to stop running.
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Life's circumstances seem to be getting the best of you.
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The things you once longed for are not quite how you thought they would be. Things you never wanted have crept in, leaving you lost and confused.
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It’s exhausting trying to live up to everyone’s expectations. You struggle to really let people in, because you’re sure they would run if they really knew you. So you keep things pleasant and surface, while yearning for a deeper connection.
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You’re so tired from everyday life, you wonder if you even have energy for deeper relationships.
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At home, you’re impatient, irritable, and snap at the very people you love most.
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At work, you can’t seem to focus and you constantly have the feeling like you’re doing something wrong or that someone is upset with you.
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You want to live more boldly in your faith and pursue desires that are in your heart, but the self-doubt and lack of confidence gets the best of you, so you play it safe.
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Books, blogs, and a few devotionals have helped a little, but you’re still feeling stuck. You know you need more.
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You’re hesitant, because you don't want to see just any therapist. You don’t want to just feel better.
You desperately want to know where God is in all of this and what He wants from you. You want to honor God in how you’re dealing with life’s challenges, disappointments, and your own failures.
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You’re at the end of your rope, but you don’t want to just hang on. You know God promises peace, joy, and freedom… and you want that. But you can’t imagine how you could ever experience it in what feels like your lowest point yet.
I’ve been there. As a Christian, I know when life gets really hard, you crave a deeper relationship with God and want to know the right steps to take when nothing feels right.
In John 10:10, Jesus says “I have come that they may have & enjoy life, & have it in abundance.”
In Christ, there is hope...
What if you could give yourself the gift of time and space for healing and growth?
What if there was a safe place to talk about all the things that feel too vulnerable to share with those you see everyday?
What if you could learn new, God-honoring ways to handle life’s challenges?
What if you could have the joy, confidence, relationships, and faith that seem so out of reach?
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What if you could actually have and enjoy an abundant life?
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There is no shame in getting help. We all need some help, healing, and guidance at times. In fact, God’s word calls it wise to seek and receive godly counsel.
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Proverbs 19:20 says “Listen to counsel, receive instruction, and accept correction,
That you may be wise in the time to come.”
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As a Christian counselor, I will help you uncover underlying negative thought patterns and false beliefs, and work with you to replace them with the truth of God’s word and who you are in Christ.
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I want to invite you to curl up on my couch (or virtual couch) and share all that is weighing you down. No expectations. No judgment. No need to smile and pretend it’s all good.
As a Christian you are not meant to go through this alone.
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Together, we can get to the heart of your struggle to help you get to a place where your smile is a genuine reflection of the joy you feel inside.
Better days are possible.
Imagine waking up in the morning with a calm, joyful energy. You look forward to the day ahead, because you know you’ll be living on purpose for the things that actually matter.
You’re confident in your identity in Christ and the direction He has for your life.
Living in view of eternity has allowed you to be more present in the here and now. You’re able to see and love those in front of you and trust God with each next step you take.
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Instead of worrying about the outcome of your circumstances, you’re focused on the things that are within your control and prayerfully leave the rest up to God.
Letting go of the thoughts, feelings, and performance that was keeping you stuck has allowed room for living the truth of God’s word and using your unique gifts for His greater purpose.
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You’re no longer living in the shadow of fear, shame, guilt, disappointment, anxiety, and depression. Instead you’re living in the confidence of God’s love, provision, and who you are in Christ.
How I can help
As a Christian, I know how important it is to you that your counselor shares your beliefs, as well as incorporates them into your therapy.
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I use a Christian-based Cognitive Behavioral model of counseling that helps you replace unhealthy thoughts and beliefs with the truth of God’s word.
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The source of change is the Holy Spirit, and the ultimate goal is to become more like Jesus and live according to His will. This means placing our identity, purpose, desires, and strength in Him.
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Using knowledge and skills from biblical counseling methods, I help you approach your unique situation and struggle from a biblical perspective to grow in your relationship with God.
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When you’ve been through and are going through really hard situations, you might not feel ready to jump right into scripture or even prayer. You want to believe God’s promises, but you might be in a place where you’re angry with God or doubt His love for you. I will meet you where you are spiritually to gently lead you toward the truth of His word.
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We will work together in session as you learn and apply new skills to shift your thoughts and behaviors toward living aligned with your values, identity, and purpose as a Christian.
Between sessions, you will put these skills into practice.
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Working both in and between sessions will help you see results faster and enable you to experience long term results.
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I know you’re ready and willing to do what it takes, you just need the support and guidance to take the right steps forward. And I would love to help you do that.
You probably have some days that are better than others. On those good days, you likely think, “do I really need counseling?” “I think I’m okay, I can probably do this on my own.” Then the bad days hit and you wonder why you never made the appointment.
If you're facing an issue that keeps cropping up or cycling around, it's likely worth it to work through it and gain skills that can help you overcome it or better cope with the issue you're dealing with. At the very least, you can schedule a consultation call to see how counseling might help your unique situation.
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So, while you may regret not making the appointment, I am confident that you will never regret making the step to create positive change in your life.
“What if I don’t know exactly what’s wrong? I just know that I’m struggling and need help.”
The good news is that you don’t need to be able to pinpoint exactly what you’re struggling with.
Maybe your life seems fine on the outside, so you think you should be fine. But you just can’t seem to get out of this funk you’re in.
There’s no shame in getting help. It’s not only for you, but for your family, your friendships, and all of the areas of your life that will be impacted by your healing and growth.
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I can help you uncover those underlying thoughts and emotions that are weighing on you and keeping you from experiencing life the way you hope to as a Christian woman rooted in Christ.
You may feel hesitant to take the time or spend the money on yourself.
Consider who and what will benefit from you getting to a better place mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
When you show up ready and willing to engage in the work, you will start to see results pretty quickly. You will also have the option to spread appointments out to allow more room in your time and budget for the sessions, while still moving forward by putting the skills into practice between sessions.
If this sounds like just what you need, get started today by clicking the button to fill out a brief question and schedule your free consultation call.
If you know a Christian woman who is struggling and could benefit from counseling, please share this page with her, so she can start her journey toward wholeness and healing through the promises of God's word.