NJ Institute of Theology

Chapter 1: Foundations of Christian Counseling lays the theological and philosophical groundwork for your ministry of care.

Chapter 2: Exploring Emotions Through a Biblical Lens helps you understand emotional experiences from God’s perspective.

Chapter 3: Essential Traits of a Trustworthy Counselor identifies the moral and spiritual attributes that earn lasting trust.

Chapter 4: Effective Listening: The Key to Counseling focuses on the spiritual discipline of listening with compassion and discernment.

Chapter 5: Navigating Trauma: Strategies and Support equips you to walk with people through deep pain, using faith-based tools and trauma-informed care.

Chapter 6: Biblical Principles in Counseling Practice connects timeless truths with practical counseling applications.

Chapter 7: Addressing Abuse: Compassionate Approaches prepares you to counsel victims with sensitivity and God’s redemptive love.

Chapter 8: Understanding the Counseling Process gives a clear roadmap for what healthy Christian counseling looks like from start to finish.

Chapter 9: Characteristics of an Effective Counselor develops your personal and spiritual maturity as a care provider.

Chapter 10: Communicating with Clients: Skills for Success helps you master verbal and nonverbal communication in a counseling setting.

Chapter 11: Managing Stress: Techniques for Counselors ensures that you remain whole and healthy while helping others.

Chapter 12: Insights from Case Studies in Counseling brings the content to life through real-life examples and practical application.

Chapter 13: Reflecting on Growth as a Christian Counselor leads you in evaluating your personal journey, spiritual development, and calling.