Christian Couple Counselling Singapore

“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails”.

~ 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Christian couples counselling uses faith-based principles and biblical wisdom, alongside therapeutic techniques, to help couples with conflicts, communication issues, and other challenges. Sessions focus on identifying problems, rebuilding communication, and developing practical plans guided by scriptures, helping partners find lasting change through their faith. It may also incorporate spiritual practices like prayer, forgiveness, and gratitude to strengthen the marriage.

Ultimately, the goal of integrating psychology and biblical counseling is to serve those who are hurting by providing compassionate, biblically-grounded, and evidence-informed care. It acknowledges that God uses various means to bring about healing and growth, and that scientific insights can be a gift when used in a way that honors Him.

Our Approach to Christian Couple Counselling in Singapore

We aim to apply the perspective of the gospel to counselling and the many different challenges in life. As mentioned, Scripture is an important core as God’s word itself, thus it will provide guidance in finding the solutions we seek to our humanly problems. We are all made in God’s likeness, with not only a physical body but also an incorporeal soul. When performing healing, we will consider both aspects, in order to help the individual grow and achieve emotional and spiritual wholeness.

We feel that while counselling must help to alleviate current suffering and symptoms present, it should also achieve the aim of exposing deep-lying desires and motives of the heart in order to be truly fruitful and successful. When both the power of the Holy Spirit and the truth of the gospel operate in tandem, wonderful things can truly happen.

Our methodology follows the Integrative Paradigm, where the integration of biblical counselling and Psychology is done to tie in the concepts and techniques of Psychology with the human needs, problems, and meaning that the Bible provides for, with the Bible having the final authority.

Areas we cover include:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Life Direction
  • Grief and Loss
  • Trauma and Abuse
  • Anger Management
  • Marriage / Couple Relationships
  • Family Concerns
  • Motivation and Self-Awareness
  • Sleeping and Eating Problems
  • Separation and Divorce
  • Career Change or Job Loss
  • Addictions (Sexual, Behavioural, etc.)
  • Stress Management
  • Body Image
  • Gender and Sexuality
  • Parenting
  • Identity Issues

What Christian Couples Counselling Is

  • Faith-based approach: It uses the Bible as a primary source for understanding and addressing marital problems, seeking change through Christ’s love and biblical truth.
  • Integrative therapy: It combines therapeutic techniques, like those from CBT, with Christian beliefs to address issues like anxiety and depression.
  • Aims to improve dynamics: The process helps couples identify issues, improve communication, and rebuild trust to create a healthier relationship.
  • Focus on biblical principles: Counsellors help partners apply Christian values such as forgiveness, love, and respect in their interactions.

What Happens in a Counselling Session

  • Initial assessment: The first session may be an assessment where the counsellor listens to both partners to understand their concerns and may suggest a plan for moving forward.
  • Joint and individual sessions: While the goal is to work together, initial sessions may be individual if that is more comfortable for one partner.
  • Practical planning: A practical plan is often created to address specific issues like conflict resolution or intimacy.
  • Goal setting: Realistic goals, like enhancing communication or restoring trust, are set based on the couple’s beliefs and biblical teachings.

What to Expect in The Long Term

  • Duration: Counselling can range from a few weeks to several months, with sessions typically happening weekly or bi-weekly.
  • Commitment: It is most effective when both partners are committed to working on their relationship with Christian guidance.
  • Potential Outcomes: The goal is to foster deep, lasting change that strengthens the marriage through a dual focus on emotional and spiritual growth.

Potential Benefits of Christian Couple Counselling in Singapore

  • Improved communication: Couples learn to communicate with love, patience, and respect, and to focus on what is helpful and upbuilding.
  • Greater intimacy: The focus on forgiveness and other Christian concepts helps build a more open and intimate relationship.

FAQs

In Christian couples counselling, therapists apply scripture and Christian teachings to address relationship challenges. This approach not only aims to resolve conflicts but also to strengthen the spiritual bond between partners, fostering love and understanding consistent with Christian values.

Marriage therapy in a Christian setting focuses on restoring communication, understanding, and intimacy through faith-based principles. Expect sessions to include prayer, biblical principles, and practical counselling techniques that honour both your spiritual beliefs and emotional needs.

Yes, our family counselling services cater to families of all sizes, including children. We provide a safe understanding environment where every family member can express themselves.

Absolutely. Christian counselling addresses mental health issues like anxiety and depression by combining clinical therapy techniques such as CBT with reliance upon Christ's promises and teachings, providing a dual approach to treatment.