Personal Development

It seems as if we all go through times in our lives where we labor under the tyranny of the commonplace. It isn’t that our lives are particularly bad – after all, we may have a good family, a nice house, a decent job, and fine friends, but we may sense that there ought to be something more. We may feel like we are missing that indefinable quality that makes the difference between merely moving through our life and really living.

Can you relate to this? If so, then you should explore the possibility of Christian counseling for Personal Development. We were never meant to live life alone, and everyone experiences times in life where they need help making sense of it all.

Reasons to Try Counseling for Personal Development

Maybe the description above doesn’t resonate with you. Perhaps you feel that there isn’t anything major going wrong with your life at the moment, but you wouldn’t mind a little help to maintain your momentum. Or, maybe you have some particular area of interest that you would like to pursue.

Here are some reasons why people pursue personal development counseling:

• Testing for personality type and talents or abilities
• Acquiring proper self-esteem
• Life coaching
• Becoming a better networker
• Spiritual development
• Goal setting

If any of these reasons sound like you or spark some interest,then give us a call! Let us assist you in setting and achieving your goals. Christian Counseling for Personal Development can help get you there!

Why Test for Personality?

You have probably have heard the old joke about the guy who took a personality test – and failed. Of course, the reason this is funny is that personality tests are not pass/fail types of tests. A personality test measures what type of personality you have, not whether you have one.

But why would anyone want to take a personality test? Don’t we all know what kind of people we are? Unfortunately, the answer is no. Not only do we not know how other people think, we often don’t even know what kind of person we are, ourselves.

Personality tests such as the Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, or others can help us understand ourselves better, and perhaps identify problem areas in our lives. They can also help us understand how to relate to and communicate with others in more beneficial ways as we see what kind of people they are and how best to communicate with their personality type.

The Importance of Setting Goals

Goal setting is an important part of a well-rounded life. Without goals, you can quickly find yourself moving aimlessly through life and not achieving anything. When they are properly set and pursued, realistic goals can provide direction for your life and bring immense satisfaction once they are achieved.

Though goal-setting is a challenge to many, we will come alongside you and help you to define what you want to accomplish, figure out the best way to get there, and set a list of realistic and attainable goals. Goal setting can be overwhelming, but it can also be a fun and even exciting part of Christian Counseling for Personal Development.

Spiritual Development

Spiritual growth is a natural and vital part of the Christian life. We were not born knowing everything about our earthly father, nor were we “born again” knowing everything about our Heavenly Father. Our Christian walk is a lifetime of learning both about who we are and about the God who made us. As John Calvin, the 16th-century theologian put it: “Our wisdom…consists almost entirely of two parts: the knowledge of God and of ourselves.”

The Christian life is all about knowing God as we grow in wisdom, knowledge, and holiness. While your Church should be the primary catalyst for this growth, the growth itself takes place 24/7 as you live your life before God both as an individual and in community with others. Christian counseling can help you along the way.

If you are pursuing Christian personal development counseling because you want to grow spiritually, you can expect to find a Bible-based, safe place where you can open up about your personal spiritual struggles, ask any questions about the faith, look for answers to many of life’s difficult questions, and work through any issues that may be hindering you in your walk with God.

Spokane Christian Counseling is serious about helping you develop into a godly, balanced, healthy individual. We focus on the whole person: body, mind, and spirit, using faith-based techniques and proven approaches to counseling that have stood the test of time. The dedicated, skilled, and sympathetic counselors in Spokane are interested in seeing you succeed and grow in your faith. If this sounds like what you are looking for, you have come to the right place.

What kind of Christian counselor do I need?

Different people need different types of counselors. No matter what your reason is for seeking us out, Spokane Christian Counseling has the right counselor for you. Feel free to browse our online directory of counselors to find one that suits your personality and needs. Please contact us if you have any questions.

How long does Christian personal development counseling last?

Christian Counseling for Personal Development has no set time. It can last for a relatively short period of time if your goals are simple, or for a longer period of time if your goals are more complex. We will not keep you in the dark, however. We will work with you to put together a timeline based on your needs and goals so that you will always have an end in view.

How do individual counseling and personal development counseling differ?

Though they may sound similar at first, the reality is that personal development and individual counseling are quite different from each other. Counseling for personal development seeks to help you find balance and happiness through personal growth. It is designed to help you reach your greatest potential in life through goal setting and identification and development of your talents and abilities.

Sometimes, however, in the course of helping you realize your potential, previously hidden problems are revealed that might hinder or even halt the process. This is where traditional individual counseling comes in. It tends to zero in on more severe issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, etc., helping you to work through them in a more focused way.

Once they have been dealt with, personal development counseling can come back into play so that you can resume the journey toward achieving your goals.

Begin your journey of personal growth today!

Does achieving your potential appeal to you? Our Christian personal development counselors can help you toward achieving your goals. Contact us online, or by phone at (509) 209-8961 to schedule your risk-free initial session.