Business Details
Your Trusted Christian Counselor in Verona, NJ
Beth Hastings Counseling is a faith-based counseling practice dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome life's challenges through Gospel-centered guidance. With over 30 years of experience in Christian ministry and counseling, I combine biblical principles with professional expertise to address anxiety, depression, marital conflicts, and spiritual struggles. My approach emphasizes the transformative power of faith in Christ, offering clients practical tools for emotional healing and spiritual growth. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling from Westminster Seminary and have completed advanced training at the Gottman Institute for marriage counseling.My personal journey through adversity has deepened my empathy and commitment to helping others find hope and restoration. I prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their struggles while grounding solutions in Scripture. Services include individual therapy, couples counseling, and specialized programs for anxiety and depression. My practice reflects the belief that lasting change occurs through God's grace and the application of biblical truth to everyday challenges. I serve clients in Verona, NJ, and offer both in-person and online therapy sessions.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Biblical Counseling
Couples Therapy
Christian Counseling
Mental Health Services
Spiritual Guidance
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in Christian counseling and ministry
- Our approach combines biblical principles with professional therapeutic techniques
- We provide specialized training in Gottman Method couples therapy
- Our counselor holds a Master's degree in Counseling from Westminster Seminary
- We integrate evidence-based practices like DBT with spiritual guidance
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Our anxiety treatment program addresses chronic worry, panic attacks, and social anxiety through a combination of biblical counseling and evidence-based techniques. We help clients understand the root causes of their anxiety while developing practical coping strategies grounded in faith. Our approach integrates mindfulness practices adapted for Christian counseling with scriptural guidance to promote lasting peace and emotional stability.
Depression Therapy
This specialized depression therapy focuses on restoring hope and purpose through Christ-centered counseling. We address various forms of depression using biblical frameworks for understanding emotional pain while teaching clients to replace negative thought patterns with gospel truths. Our approach combines compassionate listening with practical strategies for overcoming spiritual and emotional darkness.
Marriage Counseling
Our marriage counseling services help couples rebuild trust and communication using biblical principles for relational healing. We address issues like infidelity, communication breakdowns, and intimacy challenges while helping partners develop Christ-like love and understanding. The program includes both joint sessions and individual meetings to address personal and relational growth areas.
Biblical Counseling
This comprehensive counseling approach applies Scripture to life's challenges while addressing practical mental health concerns. We help clients develop a biblical worldview that informs their approach to emotional struggles, relationship issues, and personal growth. Our counseling integrates spiritual disciplines with psychological insights to promote holistic healing and character development.
People
Beth Hastings
Licensed Professional Counselor
Beth Hastings is a licensed Christian counselor with over 30 years of ministry experience. She holds a Master's degree from Westminster Seminary and has completed advanced counseling training at the Gottman Institute. Her personal journey through adversity informs her compassionate approach to helping others find healing through faith.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We offer anxiety treatment, depression therapy, marriage counseling, and general biblical counseling services for individuals, couples, and families.
How does your Christian faith influence your counseling approach?
Our counseling integrates biblical principles with professional techniques, viewing Scripture as the foundation for understanding human behavior and finding solutions to life's challenges.
Do you work with non-Christian clients?
While our approach is faith-based, we respect diverse beliefs and adapt our counseling to meet clients where they are spiritually while maintaining our Christian values.
What is your approach to treating anxiety and depression?
We combine evidence-based therapies like DBT with biblical teachings, addressing both practical symptoms and spiritual roots through personalized treatment plans.
How long are counseling sessions and how often should I attend?
Initial sessions last 90 minutes, with follow-up sessions typically lasting 50-60 minutes. Weekly sessions are recommended for consistent progress and therapeutic momentum.
