What is Lay Counseling?

• It is biblically-based counseling offered by First Covenant volunteer, non-licensed lay counselors. Short-term counseling, 6-10 sessions, about 50 minutes each.
• It is offered on a non-fee basis.
• All appointments take place at the church, and all scheduling is done through the church office.
• Lay counseling is not crisis counseling. If you find yourself facing a crisis, please call 911.
• Lay counseling is not a provider of mental healthcare.

Who are Lay Counselors?

• Compassionate members of First Cov
• Volunteers who have been trained by licensed professionals
• Unlicensed counselors
• Skilled listeners
• Encouragers
• Share biblical perspectives in response to personal, marital, or family issues
• They pray for and support hurting people

Is Lay Counseling for me?

Lay Counseling is for individuals (men, women or couples) and families who are dealing with issues such as: self-esteem, family frustration/tension/challenges, loneliness, loss, divorce, major life changes, confusion, disappointment, discouragement, fear, anger, illness, etc.