Christians Looking for Counseling: Biblically Based Therapy
Faith-Based Therapy from a Family-Owned Practice
Interview with Greg Handel, PhD
Are you seeking guidance through life challenges, looking to deepen your relationship with God, or needing help managing mental health concerns? Handel Behavioral Health is here with understanding, respect, and faith-centered care.
HBH is a family-owned counseling practice dedicated to providing compassionate, faith-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families across Massachusetts. Our licensed therapists combine biblical principles with proven therapeutic approaches to support your emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being.
We sat down with Greg Handel, PhD and President of Handel Behavioral Health to learn more about Christian Counseling. Greg is one of several licensed mental health counselors with Handel Behavioral Health who offers faith-based counseling for individuals, families, and couples in Massachusetts.
What is Christian Counseling?
Christian counseling is a form of therapy that integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with an appreciation for biblical teachings and Christian values to support mental health and personal growth.
“Typically in Christian counseling, the therapist uses the Bible as the basis for the therapeutic process. The Bible offers a lot of information about perception, emotions, thoughts and behavior, which are the four major areas of psychology practice,” says Greg Handel, PhD.
Christian counseling may also involve working with a therapist who shares your faith and incorporates it into treatment in a way that feels natural and meaningful to you.
Faith-Based Therapy Meets Evidence-Based Care
Our Christian therapists in Massachusetts are trained in evidence-based modalities, including:
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
- Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT),
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Trauma-informed care
- Family therapy and couples therapy
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
What makes Christian counseling unique is the integration of these approaches with a Christian worldview, helping you navigate both emotional struggles and spiritual questions.
What Can Christian Counseling Help With?
Our faith-based counseling services in Massachusetts can support a wide range of mental health conditions and life challenges, including:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Grief and loss
- Eating Disorders
- Addictions and Substance Use Disorders
- Burnout and emotional exhaustion
- Trauma
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and intrusive thoughts
- Domestic violence
- Chronic illness or pain
Through a Christ-centered approach, we help you find healing, clarity, and renewed purpose.
The Role of Faith in Mental Health Counseling
For many individuals, Christian faith is deeply connected to emotional and psychological well-being. Faith can provide:
- A sense of purpose and meaning
- Comfort during difficult times
- A framework for forgiveness and healing
- A supportive community
Our Christian counselors respectfully incorporate your beliefs into therapy, helping you explore how your faith can be a source of strength, resilience, and growth.
If you’re experiencing doubts or spiritual struggles, we provide a safe space to process those questions without judgment.
Benefits of Christian Counseling
- A Holistic Approach to Healing
- We address the mind, body, and spirit, recognizing how they are deeply interconnected.
- Biblically Grounded Guidance
- Receive support rooted in Scripture and Christian values, aligned with your personal beliefs.
- Support for Spiritual Concerns
- Work through questions about faith, purpose, forgiveness, and identity.
- Safe, Confidential Care
- Our licensed therapists provide a nonjudgmental, confidential environment for healing.
- Personal and Spiritual Growth
- Develop coping skills, strengthen your faith, and move toward a more meaningful life.
Why Handel Behavioral Health for Christian Counseling?
As a family-owned counseling practice in Massachusetts, we are deeply committed to:
- Providing care grounded in faith, integrity, and compassion
- Treating every client with dignity and respect
- Building long-term relationships within our communities
- Offering personalized, values-driven care
Our mission is to serve individuals and families with the same level of care and commitment we would offer our own.
Start Working With a Christian Counselor in Massachusetts Today:
At Handel Behavioral Health, our team of Christian counselors understand that faith plays an important role in many people’s lives and can serve as a powerful source of healing, strength, and resilience.
Our Christian counselors in Massachusetts are here to help you navigate life’s challenges and find greater meaning in your life.
If you’re ready to begin faith-based therapy in Massachusetts, our team is here to support you.
Handel Behavioral Health offers both telehealth/online therapy as well as in-person therapy at our Massachusetts offices in Amherst, Franklin, West Springfield, Wilbraham, or Natick.
Begin your journey today and contact us at (413) 343-4357 or request an appointment online.
About The Author
Andria Grant
