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Christian-based counseling in Lynchburg, VA

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance.

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance. Scheduling is easy — call our team and they’ll help you find your perfect match.

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4,523 people sought christian counseling help in Virginia in the last year

Discover how starting christian counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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I am here to support and guide you through your counseling journey and help you achieve your mental health goals.

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Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Stress, Women’s Issues, Career, +6 more

As a wife and a mom, I bring empathy, insight, and dedication to guiding individuals and families toward healing and growth.

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Medical / Health Issues, Self Harm, Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, +17 more

I firmly believe that the counseling process is a collaborative one, and I am excited to walk alongside you during this journey.

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Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +7 more

As an experienced therapist, I will work to provide a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable environment for clients to achieve their therapeutic goals.

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Self Harm, Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Anger, Coping Skills, +14 more

As a married mother of two who works daily to manage chronic medical challenges, I can empathize with the unique level of support that life demands.

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Military / Veteran, Chronic Illness, Medical / Health Issues, Domestic Abuse, Anger, +12 more

I can't fix your problems, but I can help you develop the tools you need to find a solution that works for you.

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Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, ADHD, +6 more

As a working wife and mother of two adult children, I understand the struggles that life can bring.

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LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +10 more

As a dedicated counselor who values empathy and authenticity, I’m passionate about walking alongside my clients and creating a warm, genuine space w... As a dedicated counselor who values empathy and authenticity, I’m passionate about walking alongside my clients and creating a warm, genuine space where they can navigate life’s challenges and discover their path to healing and growth. Read more

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO, +19 more
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Postpartum / Pregnancy, +5 more

As a therapist, I consider it a great honor and responsibility to listen and share in the thoughts, feelings, and life experiences of others.

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I am looking forward to meeting with you to assist you in the healing process.

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Domestic Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Stress, +9 more

Your trauma is not your fault, but healing is your responsibility.

Starting Christian counseling

What is Christian counseling?

Christian counseling in Lynchburg is a form of faith-based counseling that utilizes psychological and spiritual techniques to guide and support. Often, Christian counselors often incorporate prayer and scripture-reading into treatment to help practicing Christians work through their challenges.

How does Christian counseling work?

Christian counseling works by focusing on themes of hope and healing through one’s faith. At Thriveworks, your Christian counselor will discuss Christian values and relate them to your unique struggles. You can expect to discuss the following with them:

  • Your Christian identity
  • Your relationship with God
  • What the bible says about your current challenges
  • How you can overcome your struggles in a way that aligns with your faith
  • How to channel your religion in a way that helps you heal

Is Christian counseling conducted in person or online?

Christian counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does Christian counseling last?

Christian counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer. It depends on what challenges the client might be working through, the severity of those challenges, as well as other needs or preferences.

Need more help deciding?

Christian Counseling: A Holistic Approach – Counselors and Coaches in Lynchburg

At Thriveworks Lynchburg Christian Counseling, we believe that therapy should deal with the whole person — your biological, psychological, social and spiritual self. Essentially what makes you, you.

To focus on one area of your life while ignoring how it interplays with all others, would be to ignore major insights into what makes you the way you are, and those insights are what will help you grow into a happier, more fulfilled version of yourself.

We want to help you approach whatever you’re going through, whether it’s a problem at school, trouble at home, a difficult relationship, depression, addiction or anxiety, and analyze those experiences in light of your faith. If you think you could benefit from Christian counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Lynchburg today.

What Is Christian Counseling?

What we do is not Christian counseling in the sense of pastoral counseling, which is when a trained member of the clergy (or a counseling professional with in-depth ministry/theological training) provides therapy services. The Christian counseling we provide is more about addressing your life issues and opportunities in relation to your faith. Our Christian counselors are believers, yes, but they don’t believe it is their job, nor in your best interest, to evangelize or push their interpretation of the Bible on you.

How Does Christian Counseling Work?

When you attend your first appointment, we want to talk about what you want to talk about, what’s important to you and how those things interact with your daily life, career and relationships. If faith in Christ is part of that conversation, then we will incorporate it into our sessions:

For example:

  • What insights does your faith offer about the particular issue your struggling with?
  • What does scripture say?
  • How does what you believe align with your actions?

Your therapy sessions are about YOU and your thoughts and experiences. Our therapists will work with you in understanding what it means to find congruence between your faith and the way you live your life.

Schedule Christian Counseling at Thriveworks Lynchburg

We believe that everyone can benefit from counseling and coaching, no matter what their gender, religion, orientation or age, and that the sooner you begin experiencing therapy’s benefits, the better.

That’s why, when you call us for a session, you won’t reach a voicemail but an actual person who will schedule your first appointment for the same week, and you’ll be able to get started on the path to change.

Also, to make counseling even more accessible, we accept many insurance providers, and have available session times that fit your schedule, including evening and weekend appointments. You can change. You can thrive. We can help. Call us today at 434-528-3268.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Lynchburg therapists and counselors accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Lynchburg
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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My therapist is always there for me when I need him and always helps me out of a dark place. I really appreciate him.
Tyra Mar 2025
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Other than an insurance issue that was quickly fixed I've had an excellent experience with Thriveworks and it's helped my mental health greatly.
Devin Mar 2025
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April Gardner is very talented at her job. She really tries to you with a positive outcome and relaxation. The communication process is very convenient.
Tiffany Mar 2025
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I love my therapist. Also I love the experience of getting to do it in a safe space at home
Nicole Mar 2025
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I always learn something at my sessions and leave feeling like it was an hour well spent. My counselor is able to quickly access me and address my current needs. My improvement with this counselor has been much better than a prior one with another organization.
Read more I always learn something at my sessions and leave feeling like it was an hour well spent. My counselor is able to quickly access me and address my current needs. My improvement with this counselor has been much better than a prior one with another organization.
Cara Mar 2025
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★★★★★
I'm very happy with my counselor and the service in general. The flexibility of scheduling, the empathy and direction of Brian Hunsley has been most useful, and our therapist/patron is I improving all the time. I trust him, and that is rare in today's society.
Read more I'm very happy with my counselor and the service in general. The flexibility of scheduling, the empathy and direction of Brian Hunsley has been most useful, and our therapist/patron is I improving all the time. I trust him, and that is rare in today's society.
Renee Mar 2025
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My Therapist is awesome and amazing.
Dameeka Mar 2025
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Tiffany is easy to talk to. She's fun and laid back but makes sure the time together is what I need it to be. The ease of Thriveworks has also been noteworthy. An email reminder of the meeting with the zoom link always shows up the day before and the morning of the appointment so you don't forget!
Read more Tiffany is easy to talk to. She's fun and laid back but makes sure the time together is what I need it to be. The ease of Thriveworks has also been noteworthy. An email reminder of the meeting with the zoom link always shows up the day before and the morning of the appointment so you don't forget!
Tim Mar 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Lynchburg is located on Jefferson St. in the heart of the downtown area. The James River runs directly behind our building, which we share with Zola’s Beauty Studio and Stimulus Adverstising and Web Design.

Phone number

(434) 771-0495

Languages spoken by VA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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