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Christian Counseling

  • Christian counseling is counseling that considers a person’s mental, emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual life within a Christian worldview. Christian counselors may help individuals address concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, marriage problems, and other challenges while respecting the importance of faith and spiritual beliefs.
    At Grace Place Counseling Center, our goal is to provide compassionate, Christ-centered care that is both clinically sound and sensitive to the spiritual concerns of the people we serve.

    The specific way Christian faith, Scripture, prayer, and spiritual concerns are incorporated into counseling depends on the provider’s training, the type of care being provided, and the client’s needs and preferences.

  • Christian counseling and secular counseling may address many of the same concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, and other mental health challenges. The primary difference is the worldview that informs the counseling process.

    Christian counseling recognizes that a person’s faith, beliefs, values, relationships, and spiritual life may be important parts of understanding their experiences. Secular counseling generally approaches mental health from a nonreligious framework.

    At Grace Place Counseling Center, we seek to provide counseling that is compassionate, clinically sound, and consistent with a Christian understanding of people, suffering, relationships, hope, and redemption.

  • Christian counseling is a broad term that can include counseling provided by licensed mental health professionals who integrate Christian faith with professional mental health training.

    Biblical counseling is a distinct approach that emphasizes Scripture and biblical discipleship as central to helping people understand and respond to the struggles of life. Biblical counselors may address concerns such as relationships, suffering, sin, patterns of thought and behavior, and spiritual growth through a primarily biblical framework. While important to the healing of the whole person, biblical counseling is not a replacement for mental health services.

    These approaches are not identical, and the training and qualifications of individual providers vary. Grace Place Counseling Center offers access to both licensed mental health professionals and biblical counselors, allowing individuals to explore the type of care that best fits their needs.

  • Yes. You do not have to be a Christian to seek counseling through Grace Place Counseling Center.

    We seek to provide compassionate care to people from a variety of backgrounds while being transparent about our Christian identity and approach. Your counselor should communicate clearly about their approach to counseling, including how faith and spiritual concerns may be incorporated into the counseling process.

    You are welcome to ask questions about what to expect before beginning counseling.

Our Approach & Services

  • Some of the counselors at Grace Place Counseling Center are state-licensed mental health professionals, while others are trained biblical counselors or coaches.

    Licensed mental health professionals may include counselors and therapists with professional licenses such as Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), or other applicable credentials.

    Biblical counselors and coaches have different training, qualifications, and professional roles. We are transparent about each provider’s credentials and services so you can make an informed decision about the type of care that is right for you.

  • The best counselor for you will depend on your concerns, goals, preferences, and the type of care you are seeking.

    When choosing a counselor, consider:

    • The primary reason you are seeking counseling

    • The provider’s training and credentials

    • Their areas of specialization

    • Whether you are looking for a licensed therapist, biblical counselor, or coach

    • Whether you prefer individual, couples, family, or group support

    • Whether you prefer in-person or telehealth counseling

    You can explore our providers to learn more about their backgrounds, areas of experience, and approaches to care. If you are unsure where to begin, contacting Grace Place may help you identify a provider who may be a good fit for your needs.

  • Grace Place offers several services relating to marriage and couples counseling!

    We have licensed counselors who specialize in working with marriages and couples. Additionally, our biblical counselors are also able to meet with couples from a solely biblical perspective.

    If you are looking to invest in your marriage, we have several non-clinical classes that are designed to give you practical skills to use with your spouse!

  • Yes. Grace Place Counseling Center connects individuals with counselors who provide support for concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, and related emotional challenges.

    Counseling may help individuals better understand their experiences, develop healthy coping strategies, address patterns of thought and behavior, and work through contributing circumstances.

    If you are experiencing severe symptoms, thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, or an immediate mental health crisis, counseling may not be the appropriate first response. Please seek immediate crisis or emergency support.

  • Some providers connected with Grace Place Counseling Center offer trauma-informed counseling and specialized trauma therapies, including EMDR, depending on their training and availability.

    EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a therapeutic approach commonly used to help individuals process distressing or traumatic experiences.

    Because services vary by provider, we recommend reviewing individual counselor profiles or contacting us to find a provider with appropriate training and experience for your specific needs.

  • Biblical counselors and coaches may help individuals address a variety of life and relationship concerns through a Christian and biblical framework.

    Depending on the provider’s training and role, areas of support may include:

    • Relationship difficulties

    • Marriage and family concerns

    • Grief and loss

    • People-pleasing and approval-seeking

    • Fear and anxiety

    • Spiritual struggles

    • Life transitions

    • Personal growth

    • Patterns of thought and behavior

    • Questions about how faith relates to the challenges of life

    Biblical counselors and coaches do not provide the same type of clinical mental health treatment as licensed mental health professionals. If you are unsure which type of provider is appropriate for your needs, we encourage you to learn more about each provider’s training and approach.

  • Not necessarily. Support groups and practical classes are different from clinical group therapy.

    Support groups typically provide a structured environment where people with shared experiences can receive encouragement, learn from one another, and discuss relevant topics.

    Clinical group therapy is a form of mental health treatment led by a qualified mental health professional and is designed to address specific therapeutic goals.

    Grace Place Counseling Center offers support groups and practical classes designed to provide education, encouragement, and community. These offerings are not necessarily a substitute for individual or clinical group therapy.

Logistics & Telehealth

  • Some providers at Grace Place Counseling Center offer in-person counseling, while others may offer online telehealth counseling, depending on their practice, licensure, location, and availability.

    The availability of telehealth services can vary by provider and client location. Please review the individual provider’s information or contact the counselor directly to learn whether in-person or online counseling is available.

  • Yes. Finding a counselor who is a good fit is an important part of the counseling process.

    If you feel that your counselor is not the right fit for your needs, you can discuss your concerns with your counselor or contact Grace Place Counseling Center about exploring other options.

    A lack of fit does not necessarily mean that anyone has done anything wrong. Different counselors have different approaches, personalities, training, and areas of experience.

  • Counseling is generally confidential, but confidentiality has important legal and ethical limits.

    Your counselor should explain confidentiality and its exceptions at the beginning of the counseling process. Exceptions may include situations involving concerns such as suspected abuse or neglect, an imminent risk of serious harm to yourself or another person, or other circumstances required by applicable law.

    The specific confidentiality rules may vary depending on the type of provider and the services being provided. Your counselor can explain the confidentiality policies that apply to your care.

  • The frequency of counseling sessions depends on your needs, goals, symptoms, availability, and the recommendations of your counselor.

    Many clients begin with weekly sessions, while others may attend counseling more or less frequently depending on their circumstances. Over time, some clients may transition to less frequent sessions as they make progress toward their goals.

    You and your counselor can discuss a schedule that fits your needs and treatment goals.

  • Your first counseling session is an opportunity for you and your counselor to begin getting to know one another and discuss why you are seeking help.

    Your counselor may ask about:

    • What brought you to counseling

    • Your current concerns

    • Your goals for counseling

    • Relevant personal, family, relational, or spiritual history

    • Your current symptoms and experiences

    Your counselor will also typically explain important information about confidentiality, scheduling, payment, and the counseling process.

    You do not need to have everything figured out before your first appointment. Many people begin counseling simply knowing that something in their life is not working and that they would like help.

  • The length of a counseling session varies by provider and type of service. Many individual counseling sessions are approximately 45–60 minutes, while couples counseling, family counseling, or other services may have different session lengths.

    Please check with your individual counselor for their specific session length and scheduling policies.

Cost, Insurance, & Payments

  • Insurance policies vary by counselor and provider. Some licensed mental health professionals may accept health insurance, while others may operate as private-pay providers.

    You can view the counselors profiles on our website to see which insurances they accept.

    You should also contact your insurance company to verify your mental health benefits, deductible, copay, coinsurance, and out-of-network coverage.

  • Current insurances accepted by counselors in our center include:

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • United Health

    • HealthChoice

    • Aetna

    • Healthcare Highway

  • At this time, Grace Place Counseling Center does not currently have counselors who accept Medicaid or SoonerCare. Insurance participation can change over time, so we encourage you to contact us for the most current information.

    Some providers may accept other insurance plans or offer private-pay options. Please contact the individual counselor to learn more about their current insurance participation, fees, and payment options.

    You can also contact your insurance provider directly to ask about other in-network mental health professionals in your area.

  • Out-of-pocket fees vary depending on the individual counselor, their credentials, the type of service provided, and the length of the session.

    Because counselors may operate independent practices, Grace Place Counseling Center does not have one universal fee for all counseling services. Fees currently range from $100-$120 per session.

    Please contact the individual provider for current rates and payment information.

  • The availability of sliding-scale fees or financial assistance depends on the individual provider and the type of service being provided.

    Some counselors may offer reduced-fee options based on availability, while others may not. We encourage you to ask about payment options when contacting a provider.

    Grace Place Counseling Center also offers community-based support groups and practical classes, some of which may be offered at no cost or at a reduced cost. Availability varies by program.