Business Details
10 Years
experience
Christian Counseling and Training Services
The Balm of Gilead Ministries is a Christian counseling, education, and resource ministry dedicated to healing emotional and spiritual wounds through Christ-centered counseling. Founded in 2016, our team of certified professionals combines biblical principles with clinical expertise to address issues like addiction, trauma, anxiety, and relationship conflicts. We offer individual and group counseling, trauma recovery workshops, and a comprehensive certification program for aspiring biblical counselors.Our mission is to equip believers to minister to others while providing direct support to those struggling with mental and spiritual health challenges. With both in-person and online services, we serve individuals seeking freedom from past hurts and a deeper connection to God's grace.
Services
Christian Counseling
Addiction Recovery
Trauma Healing
Counselor Training
Online Workshops
Women's Retreats
Family Counseling
Biblical Life Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Our counselors hold certifications in Christian counseling, addiction recovery, and trauma healing.
- We offer free community workshops for emotional and spiritual healing.
- Our training program certifies biblical counselors with practical, hands-on experience.
- We address root causes of pain through scripture-based counseling methods.
- We provide both in-person and online counseling access for broader reach.
Services
Christian Counseling
Our Christian counseling services integrate biblical principles with clinical expertise to address emotional, spiritual, and relational challenges. Certified counselors work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. Sessions focus on healing through scripture, prayer, and evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Counselor Training
The Christ-Centered Counseling Certification Program trains individuals to become effective biblical counselors. The 8-month curriculum covers trauma healing, addiction recovery, and practical counseling skills. Graduates receive board certification and opportunities to serve in ministry or church counseling roles.
Addiction Recovery
Specialized addiction recovery programs address substance abuse, co-dependency, and behavioral addictions through a faith-based approach. Certified specialists combine clinical methods with spiritual guidance to help clients achieve lasting freedom and rebuild relationships grounded in Christian values.
Online Workshops
Free online workshops provide accessible healing resources for emotional and spiritual struggles. Participants engage in self-paced video teachings and group discussions focused on overcoming fear, betrayal, and unforgiveness through Christ-centered principles and practical application exercises.
Women's Retreats
In-person women's retreats offer immersive healing experiences through biblical teachings, group support, and personal reflection. These events address common struggles like anxiety, relationship conflicts, and past trauma while fostering community and spiritual growth through faith-based counseling techniques.
People
Cecilia Trent
Director of Counseling
Board-certified Christian counselor with expertise in trauma healing and addiction recovery. Holds a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Counseling. Leads counseling services and developed the Hurting Hearts Restored workshop.
Sarah Armstrong
Certified Counselor
Specializes in Christian co-dependence and addiction counseling. Uses personal recovery experience to guide women toward spiritual and emotional healing through biblical principles and compassionate support.
Patty Molina
Certified Counselor
Focuses on freeing clients from shame and fear through Christ-centered counseling. Combines addiction recovery expertise with group leadership to help women achieve spiritual victory and emotional freedom.
Rudy Swigart
Head Counselor for Men
Ordained pastor and trauma healing facilitator with a Master of Divinity. Specializes in helping men overcome guilt, shame, and unhealthy coping mechanisms through biblical counseling and spiritual maturity development.
Christa Walton Winn
Blogger and Devotional Writer
Registered nurse and Christian life coach who creates daily devotionals and blog content. Focuses on emotional and spiritual recovery through Christ-centered insights and practical application of scripture.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual and group counseling for trauma, addiction, anxiety, relationship conflicts, and spiritual struggles using Christ-centered approaches.
Are your counseling services available online?
Yes, we offer online counseling sessions and self-paced workshops accessible from anywhere with internet connectivity.
Do you offer counseling training programs?
Our Christ-Centered Counseling Certification Program trains individuals to become board-certified biblical counselors with practical experience.
Are your workshops free of charge?
Yes, our Hurting Hearts Restored workshops are offered free but require registration for access to materials and sessions.
