Counseling
Our Counseling Ministry
We offer professional Christian Counseling utilizing viable and practical approaches which include Biblical principles. The truths of the Bible are insightfully profound. The scriptures incorporate a plethora of wisdom and truths that many are not aware they exist. Life today presents many day to day challenges. There is much focus in our culture in regards to the quest for success; yet many are still unhappy, unfulfilled and discontented. There are many broken individuals, couples and families. Anger, disappointments, despondency, conflict, and grief can at times become too overwhelming. Divorce, personal, family and marriage relationship difficulties are at an all time high. All of this makes one ask, “Is a reasonable degree of happiness, conflict resolution and enhanced relational and marital satisfaction really attainable?” Yes, it really is possible!
Our counseling methods are designed to enlighten, provoke thought, and encourage healthy alternative productive ways to live and resolve conflict. When you commence to care and commit to a healthier approach, you can move towards acquiring skills to resolve conflict and manage your anger. Love, hatred, desire, joy, sadness, anger, disgust, shame and admiration are all emotions that can be properly addressed. There are far too many band-aid methods that merely result in a temporary surface “quick fix”. Embracing wise principles, learning to be honest, transparent, and choosing to abandon dysfunctional behavior modes will result in a liberating repentance. Once enlightened you will experience inner peace and newly acquired patience resulting in healthy confidence that is most beneficial when going through and living beyond any given circumstance.
God is Omnipresent, Omniscient and Omnipotent. He is more than able to help us in all areas of our lives. We just have to be willing to submit to His Will and His Way! This is not a legalistic approach to life. But an individual choice to want to improve your quality of life. You must move towards sincerely desiring to grow in HIS Grace and make the necessary changes that move you towards wholeness.
It is our goal at Alpha 7 Ministries to sincerely strive to live life in a manner that is pleasing to God and encourage others to do so as well. There is absolutely nothing that goes on or will go on in life that God is not aware of. Yet, God does not force His way upon you. We attempt to coach and help you discover a healthier pathway for life. Once we accept that each of us are uniquely different we can embark on a course that facilitates and helps one to become skilled at how to respect those differences, and ascertain ways to learn to live and co exist together in a healthier way.
There are times when we all need some encouragement in our walk with the Lord. Our counseling ministry was designed to encourage, motivate and uplift you in your journey. If you’re facing some personal dilemmas please review the many articles posted on this site where you may find the answer to your dilemma, or if you desire counseling, please contact our Resident Creation Therapist DeBorrah K. Ogans.
OUR BIBLICAL COUNSELING MINISTRY THEME;
<DeBorrah K. Ogans is a Marriage Educator, Christian Counselor, Life Coach and ordained Minister. She is certified through the Sarasota Academy of Christian Counseling in Creation Therapy and holds a Master’s Degree in Biblical Clinical Counseling.
DeBorrah has written extensively on various life subjects and has a plethora of articles published on HUBPAGES, and DeBorrahK, her personal blog. She was the Sacramento Marriage Examiner Advisor for many years. She has two books published: “How Do I Love Thee: Things You Need To Know Before You Say I Do,” and “Holy Matrimony: Now That You’re Married.”
She is currently writing a series of Christian Topical E Books.
” I Confess That I Am Judgmental”
“A House of Prayer” (Not A Hospital)
https://www.amazon.com/DeBorrah-K.-Ogans/e/B002NWLJ1M/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1
The intent is to make them accessible and affordable to everyone. They are available at Amazon.com. DeBorrah also has written a Christian novel series of books:
“The Enchanting Legends of Shiloh Mansion: The Young King. & “The Enchanting Legends of Shiloh Mansion: The Big Catch. They are written to encourage healthy family & relationship values to all ages. They are to also educate, momentarily entertain yet, inspire all to embrace life and to live it to fullest potential…
TELEPHONE COUNSELING
Life is not always easy. Our counseling methods are designed to enlighten, provoke thought, and encourage healthy alternative productive ways to live and resolve conflict. We strive to help You face the Truth of what’s going on even if it’s painful. Not to put You down but to motivate You to step Up and challenge the “Best You!” to come forth! Denial is unhealthy. It prohibits you from tapping into your God given strength. There are times when we all need encouragement, someone to listen, and someone to talk with about our situation as well as support. We offer and provide Telephone Counseling where you can choose your own comfortable safe environment to openly discuss whatever is bothering you.
We offer an initial introductory 15 minute Consultation to determine if telephone counseling is suitable for you. Telephone counseling is an alternative that allows you to move toward reconciling your inner conflict. There is absolutely nothing that goes on or will go on in life that God is not aware of. Yet, God does not force His way upon you. We attempt to coach and help you discover a healthier pathway for life. We utilize, subscribe to, and are committed to Bible Based Counseling Methods and Principles. Our counseling services are convenient, affordable and can be done on a short or long term basis.
CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT: 916.587.3369
$35 – 30 minute counseling session
Your payment will be processed via Paypal’s secure server. You DO NOT need to have a PayPal account.
LIFE CRISIS
If you are faced with a crisis situation and need help immediately please use some of the resources below:
ALCOHOLIC-DRUG TREATMENT REFERRAL
1-877-867- 7710
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SITUATION
1- 800-799- 7233 (SAFE)
SUICIDE (Having suicidal thoughts)
1-800-784- 2433 800-SUICIDE and 800-273-TALK (800-273-8255). Lord Bless You! HOLD ON! HELP IS ON THE WAY!
NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE
1-800- 656-4673 (HOPE)
NATIONAL CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME
1-855-484-2846 (VICTIM)
Counseling Education
We also offer 2 home study courses. Creation Therapy for those working toward a degree in Christian Counseling and Created In God’s Image an excellent course for small group study. Please visit our Books & Courses section for more information.
Email us at counseling@alpha7ministries.com or contact us at 916 587-3369 if interested in our counseling services.
