Christian Counseling

man holding his hands on open book

Not Living Out Your Faith

Christian men often face intense shame when struggling with mental health or addiction. The expectation to “just pray about it” can leave men feeling like spiritual failures when they still struggle with anxiety, pornography, or marriage issues.

Why Willpower Fails

God designed us as complex beings. Spiritual issues have psychological components, and vice versa. Ignoring the clinical tools available to treat anxiety or addiction often leads to frustration and deeper shame.

How This Affects Life

  • Deep feelings of shame and hypocrisy
  • Hiding struggles from the church community
  • Doubting God’s grace or presence
  • Trying to earn forgiveness through works
  • Isolation from spiritual disciplines

My Approach

Honor Biblical worldview while using evidence-based therapy

Address spiritual abuse, guilt, and shame

Frame identity in Christ rather than performance

Frame identity in Christ rather than performance

Develop practical disciplines aligned with faith

Process struggles without judgement or platitudes