Counseling vs. Stephen Ministry

While counseling is available to our disciples, we find that many individuals are well-suited for Stephen Ministry.  Here are a few considerations that might suggest counseling:

v           Marital or family issues

v           History of severe or persistent mental illness (e.g., bipolar disorder)

v           Long-term challenges with trauma

Alternatively, the following circumstances may suggest Stephen Ministry as a suitable option:

v            Mild to moderate mental health concerns

v           A crisis that primarily involves you, not family members

v          Desire for greater flexibility in appointments; Stephen Ministers often meet care receivers in the    community at mutually convenient times during the week or weekend.