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Biblical Counseling Skills I

In this course, students will develop essential counseling skills and techniques, grounded in a biblical framework. 
  • Level: Introductory Level 1, Course 2. 
  • Duration:  10 hours 
  • Instructor:  Timothy Lloyd, Ph.D., D. Min.LMFT, BCBA, MCAP
  • Certification: Certified Lay Counselor Certification awarded upon completion of Courses 1-3. 

Welcome!

Welcome to Biblical Counseling Skills I, we're excited to begin this journey with you as we explore the core principles and practical techniques that form the foundation of effective, faith-based counseling. We encourage you to watch a special introductory video featuring Dr. Tim Lloyd, who will help set the stage for what’s ahead in the course.

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Course Description

Biblical Counseling Skills I is the first course in a two-part series designed to build practical, faith-based counseling competencies. Grounded in the text, Skills for Effective Counseling: A Faith-Based Integration by Nesbit Sbanotto, Davediuk Gingrich, and Gingrich, this course offers an in-depth exploration of core counseling skills through a biblical lens. Students will learn how to thoughtfully integrate Christian principles into counseling practice through a balance of theory and hands-on application.

This course focuses on the first two phases of the counseling process: The Initial Phase and The Connection Phase. Key topics include the foundational principles of Christian counseling, the importance of both verbal and nonverbal communication, and practical strategies for building and maintaining effective counseling relationships. Students will engage in interactive discussions, case studies, role-playing exercises, and reflective activities designed to strengthen their understanding and implementation of faith-informed counseling techniques.

  • Self-Paced

    Discover your role as a lay counselor at your own pace and develop foundational counseling skills and integrate a faith-based perspective into your practices through a blend of theoretical learning and practical application.

  • Interactive

    Engage in interactive modules, videos, activities, and reflections throughout the course to enhance your understanding of faith-based counseling practices.

  • Faith-Based

    Integrate biblical principles and deepen your understanding of faith-centered counseling to provide compassionate, ethical services within a Christian context.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: 
Understand the role and responsibilities of a lay Christian counselor.
Incorporate verbal and nonverbal communication skills in counseling sessions.
Apply effective rapport-building strategies to foster a trusting relationship with the counselee.
Recognize how personal values and biases shape your counseling approach.
Analyze the key components of the Initial and Connection Phases in the counseling process.
Apply practical and Biblical strategies to develop meaningful and effective counseling goals.

Course Information 

Prerequisite Course

Foundations in Biblical Counseling

  Course Instructor

Dr. Tim Lloyd, Ph.D., LMFT

Required Textbooks

  • Nesbit Sbanotto, E. A., Davediuk Gingrich, H., & Gingrich, F. C. (2016). Skills for effective counseling: A faith-based integration. Christian Association for Psychological Studies Books.
  • Bible (Standard translation preferred: NIV, ESV, NKJV)

Additional Textbooks

Clinton, T., & Hawkins, R. (2011). The popular encyclopedia of Christian counseling: An indispensable tool for helping people with their problems. Harvest House Publishers.

Get the Skills for Effective Counseling book here. 

This book will be a valuable resource as you navigate through our online modules. 

  • Provides in-depth explanations and examples to enhance your understanding of the course material.
  • Serves as a quick reference guide to support your progress through each module.
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