Christian Counseling Insights

Christian Counseling Services

Explore expert guidance for emotional recovery, relationship counseling, and personal growth through faith.

Relationship Counseling Support

Guidance for couples seeking to restore intimacy and resolve conflicts through faith-based methods.

Life Coaching Insights

Personal growth and goal-setting support rooted in biblical truth and practical tools for success.

Therapy vs. Coaching

Understanding the difference

Expert Christian Counseling and Coaching

Carla McGowan offers faith-based guidance for emotional recovery, relationship counseling, and personal growth, utilizing over 12 years of experience to help individuals and couples achieve their goals through biblical principles.

Guided by Biblical Truth

Empowering Personal Growth Together

Explore our FAQ for insights on coaching versus therapy, session expectations, pricing, and determining if coaching aligns with your needs, all rooted in Christ-centered principles and practical tools.

What’s the difference between Christian counseling and life coaching?

1. Christian counseling helps you process emotional pain, trauma, and relationship challenges through biblical principles and spiritual insight. It often focuses on healing from the past.

2. Life coaching is more future-focused. It helps you set clear goals, break limiting beliefs, and build a purposeful life using actionable strategies rooted in mindset transformation and faith.

What is faith-based Christian counseling?
Christian counseling invites you to see yourself and your life from God’s perspective. Based on Romans 12:2, it helps you renew your mind, discover your identity in Christ, and experience healing and restoration through God’s Word, prayer, and Spirit-led guidance.

What kinds of clients do you work with?
I work with individuals and couples navigating challenges in relationships, communication, self-esteem, emotional trauma, divorce recovery, or spiritual growth. I also support clients in setting and reaching personal or professional goals.

What can I expect from coaching sessions?
Each session is private, judgment-free, and custom to your goals. You’ll receive:

• Practical tools and action steps

• Personalized accountability

• Encouragement and spiritual insight

• Text or email support between sessions
  All sessions are designed to help you overcome self-sabotage, clarify your purpose, and move toward the life God designed for you.

Is this therapy or coaching?
While I hold a Doctorate in Christian Counseling, my sessions are solution-focused and forward-moving like coaching. If you are in crisis, experiencing clinical depression, or need medical support, I recommend working with a licensed therapist alongside our sessions.

How is your approach different?
Unlike many secular coaches or counselors, I work from a foundation of biblical truth and the Holy Spirit’s guidance. I help clients transform from the inside out—healing wounds, renewing the mind, and creating lasting breakthroughs through faith, mindset shifts, and practical tools.

Do I have to be a Christian to work with you?
Not at all. While I use biblical principles, I welcome anyone who is open to spiritual insight and faith-based wisdom. Many clients appreciate the balance of practical strategies with compassionate, God-centered guidance.

How do I know if you’re the right fit for me?
The best way is to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. You'll get a feel for my style, and we’ll discuss your goals, concerns, and whether we’re a good match to work together.

What types of results do clients experience?
My clients often experience:

• Improved communication in relationships

• Emotional and spiritual healing

• Renewed confidence and clarity

• Stronger connection with God

• Clear action steps and consistent growth

What should I think through before starting?
Ask yourself:

• What am I hoping to change right now?

• Where do I feel stuck or unfulfilled?

• What kind of support or breakthrough do I need?

• Am I willing to take action and be honest in this process?

What are your session rates?
My sessions are $120–$130 for individuals and couples. Each session lasts 50–60 minutes. I do not accept insurance and am private pay only.

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