A Biblical Counseling Process

What makes counseling biblical? What does the biblical counseling process entail? What is the focus of each stage of the process? Lauren Whitman, an experienced CCEF counselor, addresses these questions and more in A Biblical Counseling Process, sharing a process from start to finish that will help guide counselors in reaching the hearts of their counselees and connecting them to Jesus, who brings hope and change.

Although there is not a one-size-fits-all formula for biblical counseling, Whitman captures the scope of a counseling process and identifies two major tasks for the beginning, middle, and the end. Each chapter builds on the last to explain, describe, and illustrate these key tasks. Throughout the audiobook, listeners will follow a case study woven into the narrative, offering a clear example of how to apply the counseling process in real life.

As part of CCEF’s Helping the Helper series, A Biblical Counseling Process will equip counselors, pastors, and lay leaders to approach their counseling ministry intentionally so that their work faithfully points people to the Lord, considers who he is, his heart, and what he calls us to. Useful for new and seasoned counselors alike, this resource will equip helpers with a vision for what a progression of counseling looks like.

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication
3. Introduction: The Purpose and Scope of This Book
4. Chapter 1: What Is Biblical Counseling Process?
5. Part 1: The Beginning of the Counseling Process
6. Chapter 2: Building a Counseling Relationship
7. Chapter 3: The First Session
8. Chapter 4: The Second Session
9. Chapter 5: A Case Study in the Beginning: Nadia
10. Chapter 6: Considerations at the Beginning
11. Part 2: The Middle of the Counseling Process
12. Chapter 7: Interpreting Biblically
13. Chapter 8: Imagining the Faithful Way Forward
14. Chapter 9: An Example of Using Scripture in Counseling
15. Chapter 10: A Case Study in the Middle: Nadia
16. Chapter 11: Considerations in the Middle
17. Part 3: The End of the Counseling Process
18. Chapter 12: Building Momentum and Perseverance
19. Chapter 13: The Last Session
20. Chapter 14: A Case Study at the End: Nadia
21. Chapter 15: Considerations at the End
22. Afterword: A Promise for You, Counselor
23. Closing Credits