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Christian Counseling Services in Rochester, MN
At Renewal Counseling and Coaching, we believe every individual's story holds intrinsic value. Our approach combines faith-based principles with evidence-based practices to create personalized, action-oriented plans that address life's challenges efficiently. With over two decades of pastoral experience and advanced training in marriage and family counseling, we provide compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families navigating relational difficulties and life transitions. Our practice emphasizes non-judgmental care, focusing on transforming negative patterns into positive outcomes through structured therapeutic frameworks.

We specialize in marriage intensives, family systems analysis, and relationship coaching, offering tools that empower clients to rediscover hope and build sustainable solutions. Our credentials include board certification in pastoral counseling, specialized training in divorce prevention, and facilitation certifications for evidence-based relationship programs. We maintain a commitment to ethical practice, transparency in billing, and accessibility through sliding fee options for those with financial needs.
Services
Individual Counseling Marriage Counseling Marriage Intensives Family Counseling Relationship Help
Highlights and features
  • Faith-based approach combining Biblical principles with evidence-based treatments
  • Board-certified counselor with 20+ years of pastoral experience
  • Specialized training in marriage intensives and relationship restoration
  • Sliding fee scale for financial accessibility
  • Certified Prepare-Enrich facilitator for premarital counseling
Associations and certifications
  • Board of Professional and Pastoral Counselors
  • Doherty Relationship Institute
What people say
Amazing expertise Life-changing experience Compassionate support Practical tools Relationship restoration
Services
Individual Counseling
One-on-one counseling sessions focus on personal growth and problem-solving. Clients develop self-awareness and practical strategies for overcoming emotional challenges. The approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with faith-based perspectives to address anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Marriage Counseling
Specialized relationship guidance for married couples and partners. Sessions address communication breakdowns, financial stress, parenting conflicts, and intimacy issues. The process includes individual and joint sessions to foster mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving.
Marriage Intensives
Private, multi-day counseling retreats for couples seeking deep relationship transformation. Focused sessions address core issues through assessments and targeted interventions. Designed for couples at critical relationship junctures, including pre-divorce consideration and premarital preparation.
Family Counseling
Systemic approach to improving family dynamics and communication patterns. Sessions address intergenerational conflicts, boundary issues, and role clarification. The process helps families develop healthier interaction models and resolve longstanding relational tensions.
Relationship Help
Practical guidance for improving various relationship types. Focus areas include workplace interactions, boundary setting, and conflict resolution. The approach teaches communication frameworks applicable to personal and professional relationships across different contexts.
People
Dan Farm
Counselor & Coach
Doctor of Ministry candidate in Marriage and Family Counseling with 20+ years of pastoral experience. Board-certified counselor specializing in relationship restoration and family systems therapy.
Questions
What counseling approaches do you use?
We combine evidence-based treatments with faith-integrated principles, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems theory, and biblically-informed perspectives.
Do you accept insurance?
We don't accept insurance directly but provide documentation for Health Savings Account reimbursement.
What are your cancellation policies?
24-hour notice required for cancellations; late cancellations incur full session charges. Marriage intensives require one-week notice to avoid $500 fee.
Are sliding fee options available?
Yes, we offer income-based fee adjustments with documentation of financial need.
What marriage counseling specializations exist?
We specialize in marriage intensives, premarital counseling, and conflict resolution using Divorce Busting principles and Prepare-Enrich assessments.
How long are typical sessions?
Standard sessions last 50-60 minutes, with marriage intensives spanning multiple days for deeper relationship work.