Is Faith Based Counseling Right for Me?
An honest look at what it is and how it helps
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably been carrying something for a while.
Anxiety that won’t shut off.
A relationship that feels distant.
A faith that used to feel alive but now feels tired.
You’ve prayed. You’ve read. Maybe you’ve tried counseling before.
And now you’re wondering, would faith based counseling actually help me?
Let’s talk about that together.
What faith based counseling actually is
Faith based counseling isn’t “church advice with a couch.” It’s real therapy that makes room for your soul.
It’s the meeting place between psychology and faith — where Scripture, evidence based models, neuroscience, and honesty all sit at the same table.
It’s for people who want to grow emotionally and spiritually, not just get a few coping skills and move on.
At Known Counseling, we start where you are. Some people want to pray together every session.
Others just want to make sure their counselor understands their faith lens. Both are welcome.
Our goal is simple: to help you heal in a way that aligns with what you believe about God, people, and hope.
For individuals facing anxiety
Anxiety doesn’t just live in your thoughts. It takes up space in your body
the racing heartbeat, the tightness in your chest, the “what if” that never stops.
In counseling, we slow down and start noticing what your anxiety is trying to protect you from.
We use tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and gentle somatic grounding,
and we pair those with practices from your faith — prayer, breathwork, Scripture meditation, and truth-telling.
Faith doesn’t replace therapy. It deepens it.
You start learning how to calm your body and listen to your soul.
You don’t have to carry this alone. That’s not weakness, it’s wisdom.
For couples trying to rebuild connection
When two people share a life together, they eventually hit moments where they stop feeling safe.
The arguments feel circular. The spark fades.
It’s not that you don’t love each other — it’s that the old way of relating no longer works.
That’s where Christian couples therapy can help.
We use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a proven approach that helps couples get to the heart beneath the conflict.
In simple terms: we help you see the patterns that keep you stuck and guide you toward emotional safety again.
We also invite God into that process as the one who helps us heal what fear and pride have broken.
You’ll learn new ways to speak, listen, and repair.
And when forgiveness starts to happen, it’s not forced. It’s freeing
When faith based counseling is a good fit?
Faith based counseling might be right for you if:
You want to heal emotionally without leaving your faith at the door.
You’ve tried doing it all alone and need guidance grounded in both psychology and Scripture.
You want therapy that honors your values but also challenges you to grow.
You believe your story matters and it’s not over yet.
If you’re unsure, that’s okay.
We always start with a short consultation call to help you see if this approach feels like home.
What you can expect at Known Counseling:
We’re located in Thornton, Colorado, and we serve people across Northglenn, Westminster, Broomfield, Brighton, and the Denver area.
Sessions are private, 50 minutes long, and available both in person and online.
You’ll be met with compassion, curiosity, and honesty.
No spiritual clichés. Just a space where you can tell the truth and start healing.
Final thoughts
Faith based counseling isn’t for perfect Christians.
It’s for real people who are tired of pretending and ready to grow.
You don’t have to pick between faith and therapy. You can have both.
And when those two things work together, it’s not just about feeling better, it’s about becoming whole.
If that’s what you’re after, we’d love to meet you.
Visit Known Counseling to schedule a free consultation and see if we’re the right fit for your story.
