Counseling and Support with DCC
It is important to us that each individual member in the DCC family is supported and cared for in various seasons of life. We work to foster a culture of discipleship where mutually encouraging relationships are built into daily and weekly rhythms of our life together (Gal. 6:2). Our hope is that everyone at DCC is involved in meaningful, honest relationships and walking in humble service to one another.
Counseling with DCC is meant to serve those in the church who desire more in-depth pastoral counseling and support. In a fallen world, we all struggle under the weight of sin and its effects, and we all have seasons that are especially trying. Thankfully, God has not left us without help, and He has not left us alone! We would love to walk alongside you if you are experiencing a particularly difficult time.
Biblical Counseling
Our approach to counseling is shaped by a Christ-centered view of human life as found in the Scriptures, which takes seriously the spiritual, physical, social, psychological, and developmental nature of our difficulties. We believe that people can be changed, built up, and restored as they come to understand their lives in light of the transforming gospel of Christ.
If you are interested in learning more about our foundations for biblical counseling, you can read more in our Guiding Theology for Biblical Care.
Our Team
Our Counseling team consists of DCC pastors and members, both men and women, who have professional and biblical training in counseling. The team meets with those seeking guidance and support, and also works with individuals to determine the kind of counseling that would be most suitable to their situation and season of life.
Counseling Team Leadership
- Luke Davis, Pastoral Oversight
- Ashley Garbelman, Deacon of Counseling Administration
- Vanessa Lim, Abuse Care and Safeguarding Lead
Partnership
When looking for biblical counseling outside of our local church, we recommend people use Fieldstone Counseling. Fieldstone offers a more flexible and virtual option for counseling that aligns with our practices and theology. If expense is a barrier to accessing biblical counseling through Fieldstone, DCC offers financial assistance for members. Those seeking financial assistance should list Downtown Cornerstone Church as their “Third Party Payer” when getting started with Fieldstone.
Cornerstone Communities
Cornerstone Communities are where on-the-ground counseling and discipleship happens throughout the week. We see our Cornerstone Communities as a place where sustained counseling and support takes place—before, during, and after any counseling process. We would love to get to know you in the context of our church community.
Reach Out
If you are desiring counseling, please fill out our confidential form by clicking the link below so we can get to know you a bit more and what brings you to us. Your responses will only be seen by members of our Counseling team. We will be in touch with you soon. We’re so glad you’re reaching out and look forward to talking more!