WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE EXPERIENCING
A. Clark, CA
When I decided to pursue biblical counseling certification, I wanted to ensure my guidance to others was rooted in scripture and grounded in faith-based therapy. Unlike secular counseling approaches, which often focus on psychological theories, biblical counseling prioritizes scripture-based counseling techniques to address life's challenges. My goal was to align my guidance with Christian principles, fostering not only emotional and spiritual growth but also providing practical, faith-driven solutions.
Through this journey, I discovered that becoming certified in biblical counseling offers more than just tools for helping others; it deepens personal faith as well.
The HHI certification programs focus on essential areas like Christian marriage counseling, family dynamics, and even crisis intervention. These programs combine theological insights with counseling skills, helping me—and those I would counsel—navigate life’s struggles with a perspective rooted in biblical truth.
If people are searching for “faith-based therapy” or “Christian counseling near me,” a certification in biblical counseling helps them find the care they need and it equips you to serve your community with spiritual integrity. Whether it’s addressing grief, addiction, or relational conflicts, this path allows you to provide compassionate, scripture-based guidance while growing closer to God and His Word. Pursuing this certification has truly transformed the way I help others and strengthened my own walk in faith.
Past CE Attendee
As a ministry professional, I attended several community education workshops offered by Higher Hopes Institute and found them to be both informative and empowering. The institute provides innovative faith-based education and training tailored for counselors who want to being more faith into their practice but are unsure how to do this ethically. I took two of their classes, one on abuse prevention and another on ethics. The calsses [sic] were interactive and covered a wide range of topics relevant to today's challenges in the therapy office. Brandy was knowledgeable and created an engaging learning environment that encourages growth and professional development. I appreciate the institute's commitment to serving the faith-based community and look forward to participating in more of their offerings.
Present Student - Cohort '24
I recently started the Biblical Counseling Certification program at Higher Hopes Institute and am thoroughly impressed with the depth and quality of the curriculum. The program offers a comprehensive, comprehension-based approach, emphasizing a deep understanding of faith-based integration modalities grounded, and I mean GROUNDED(!), in Biblical principles. The courses, such as Introduction to Counseling, Marriage, Betrayal & Pre-Marital Counseling, are well designed, thoughtfully structured classes. I am learning both counseling theory and practical application with a focus on how to care for people in a ministry position. The inclusion of Bible Cache throughout the program ensures a greater Biblical understanding, which is key to biblical-based counseling, and direct application of the Word in practice. Erin Kincaid and Jenna Meister are dedicated to fostering my personal and professional growth. I highly recommend this program to anyone seeking to integrate their faith with counseling practices and to serve our faith-based community in Biblical Counseling.