Therapy, Psychological Evaluations and Professional Clinical Training
Professional Christian Counseling Services
About Us
In collaboration with Dr. Andrea Waddell-Pratt and through our private practices and our relationships with the spiritual community of Phoenix we can provide therapy through a biblical lens when and if requested. These services are an extension of our professional work that we feel called to fulfill. We also offer our expertise and training in matters of the mind and heart to assist our community of Pastors and ministers through consultation and trainings. The trainings' we have developed strengthen ministers and others by enhancing their understanding of psychological problems and their ability to respond compassionately to those seeking support while creating a resource for services as needed.
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Buffy T. Wooten, Ph.D.
Services Provided
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Individual Counseling
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Couples Counseling
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Group Therapy
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Community Referrals
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Workshop Development
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Pastoral Consultation
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Direct Service Contracts for local churches
Guiding Principles
Guiding For Providing Godly Counsel
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As psychologists we subscribe to the standards of conduct and ethics as outlined by the American Psychological Association as well as the American Association of Christian Counselors.
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Persons referred for counseling are respected at all times for their current spiritual decisions and choices. It is not the mission or this purpose of this counseling to convert persons to the practice of a particular religion or spiritual discipline. It is out mission to reflect Christ-like wisdom and leadership in all of our actions and to demonstrate professionally sound counseling practice.
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"We rely not on man's wisdom but on the wisdom that comes from God and is revealed by the Holy Spirit." - 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16
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Goals in therapy always include encouraging faith, facilitating a personal relationship with God, comforting in times of distress, and seeking purposeful living for every client.
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Sound principles of practice from the field of psychology are used to support spiritual interventions and are not abandoned in the service of spiritual counsel.
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The counselor has acknowledged and understood that all counseling has biblical principles as its foundation for understanding psychological matters. The explicit use of such principles are case specific.
How We Can Help
Nothing is more important than your growth with God.​​​
Depression​
An estimated 10% of Americans experience depression in adulthood. Many times depression is a normal response to a difficult circumstance. At other times, it is a significant lifetime battle for peace and contentment. There is no one way to experience depression. If you have questions about how to address your feelings of sadness, anger and irritability, then Godly counsel is needed. We integrate Godly wisdom with psychological principles to address your needs.
Anxiety​
Anxiety is a sense of nervousness and uncertainty that can develop into intense fear, avoidance and even paralysis. It is often associated with patterns of thinking that repeat themselves over and over again when there is no evidence to support its credibility. Fear, we know, is not of God, and in these times we may need assistance. There are many ways of interrupting cycles of fear and anxiety. Counseling can include prayer as well as practical psychological applications. IF you need this kind of assistance, please don't hesitate to call us today.
Love & Marriage​
God designed marriage to be a representation to the world of His relationship to the church - but that doesn't prevent out flesh and selfish ambition from taking our marriages hostage. God's plan is divine and with wisdom a house can be built to endure the storms of life. We can coordinate marriage retreats for clergy and clients as well as couples counseling for couples looking to the word of God for answers.
Trauma​
Trauma is any event that happens unexpectedly and presents a threat to your life or livelihood or that of someone close to you. Traumatic events can often compound when more than one trauma occurs before you have been able to heal from the previous one. Symptoms of trauma can impact your mood and relationships years into the future. In addition to the love and grace that God provides, you may need counseling support. KFAN associates can help.
Grief & Loss​
Grief is a natural reaction to loss; and losses occur everyday. While there are stages of grief we commonly go through, these stages happen in an unpredictable order and can reoccur, making it difficult to walk in faith and keep your life going. Brief counseling can identify obstacles in your journey and give you an opportunity to move toward resolution.
