Biblical counseling education

Complete Program Directory

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Browse all of Restoring Hope Ministries' biblical counseling education tracks, licensed care services, AODA assessments, and group programs — organized so you can quickly find the right fit.

6+

Degree Levels

10+

Counseling Services

50+

Group Resources

3

AODA / Licensed Tracks

Education & Training

7 programs
Certificate

Biblical Counseling Certificate

RHSBC · Self-paced

Ministry certificates for personal growth and lay ministry enrichment. Ideal for church leaders, deacons, and anyone wanting a biblical foundation for caring for others.

  • Scripture-based curriculum
  • Self-paced online or hybrid
  • Lay ministry focus
  • Credit transfer available
Diploma

Biblical Counseling Diploma

RHSBC · Self-paced

In-depth biblical study for ministry preparation and credentialing. A deeper commitment to the theology and practice of biblical soul care.

  • Deeper theological formation
  • Pastoral credentialing pathway
  • Supervised ministry component
  • Mentorship from Dr. Gross
Bachelor's

Bachelor's in Biblical Counseling

CLSTG Partnership · 3–4 Years

Comprehensive undergraduate degree in biblical counseling or theology through our CLSTG partner school. Earn a recognized degree while growing in biblical wisdom.

  • Associate → Bachelor's pathway
  • Online + hybrid formats
  • CLSTG accredited partner school
  • Credit transfer from other colleges
Master's / Doctoral

Master's & Doctoral Degrees

CLSTG Partnership · 2–5 Years

Advanced graduate studies in biblical counseling and ministry leadership. The highest level of theological education available through our partnership.

  • Graduate-level biblical counseling
  • Research & dissertation tracks
  • Ministry leadership focus
  • CLSTG global network
Master Class

Biblical Ethics for Counselors

Intensive · RHM Certification

A rigorous examination of biblical ethical standards for counselors — covering confidentiality, dual relationships, scope of care, mandatory reporting, and state law compliance.

  • Biblical + legal ethics
  • State compliance (WI/IL)
  • RHM certification credit
  • Case study approach
Master Class

Advanced Counseling Interventions

Intensive · RHM Certification

Hands-on training in biblically-integrated intervention techniques for anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relational conflict. Requires foundational counseling coursework.

  • Trauma-informed care
  • Anxiety & addiction interventions
  • Relational conflict tools
  • Biblical integration throughout
Practicum

Biblical Counseling Practicum

Supervised · Real Clients

Supervised real-world practice in biblical counseling under the direct mentorship of Dr. Jeffrey Gross. Students counsel real clients while receiving ongoing feedback and formation.

  • Live client sessions
  • Direct supervision by Dr. Gross
  • ACBC/NANC certification pathway
  • Case review & reflection

Counseling Services

7 programs
Counseling

Individual Biblical Counseling

In-person & Telehealth

Personalized, Scripture-shaped soul care for trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, identity struggles, and addiction. Conducted by RHM-trained and supervised counselors.

  • Sliding scale fees
  • In-person & telehealth
  • Supervised biblical counselors
  • Initial intake assessment
Counseling

Marriage & Couples Counseling

Covenant-Centered Care

Biblically grounded guidance for married or engaged couples seeking restoration, communication rebuilding, and covenant renewal.

  • Covenant marriage framework
  • Pre-marital counseling
  • Conflict resolution tools
  • Combined or individual sessions
Counseling

Grief & Loss Counseling

Christ-Centered Bereavement Care

Walking through loss with biblical hope — death, divorce, miscarriage, estrangement, and other forms of grief. Grounded in the theology of resurrection and lament.

  • Loss of any kind
  • Lament & theology of suffering
  • Group and individual options
  • Long-term pastoral support
Counseling

Trauma Healing

Biblical & Neuroscience-Informed

Christ-centered care for complex trauma, PTSD, and deep emotional wounds. May include Brainspotting (BSP) and neurofeedback where appropriate.

  • Trauma-informed approach
  • Brainspotting (BSP) available
  • Neurofeedback (launching 2026)
  • Integrated with Scripture
Counseling

Anxiety Counseling

Fear, Worry & Biblical Peace

Pastoral counsel for anxious hearts — rooted in the biblical categories for fear, the role of cognitive patterns, and the hope of Philippians 4.

  • Biblical anxiety framework
  • Practical coping tools
  • Cognitive & spiritual integration
  • Individual & group options
Specialty

Brainspotting (BSP)

Neuroscience-Informed Soul Care

A powerful, neuroscience-informed modality for processing trauma and deep emotional pain — always integrated with Scripture, pastoral presence, and Christ-centered prayer.

  • Trauma & deep emotional pain
  • Brain-body-spirit integration
  • Used with biblical counseling
  • Certified BSP practitioners
Launching June 2026

Neurofeedback Therapy

$125/session · Scholarship Available

Evidence-based brain training for PTSD, addiction, ADHD, anxiety, and trauma using the BrainPaint® system. Non-medication. Fully integrated with RHM's biblical care model.

  • PTSD, ADHD, addiction, anxiety
  • BrainPaint® technology
  • Scholarship program available
  • $125/session · non-medication

Licensed Care, AODA & Assessments

5 programs
Licensed Clinical

Licensed Clinical Counseling

Mark Hufen · LCPC / LPC / SAC

Mark Hufen (LCPC in Wisconsin, LPC in Illinois, SAC) provides services that may qualify as licensed clinical care. State-specific — available in WI and IL. May be insurance-billable depending on plan.

  • Licensed in WI (LCPC/SAC) & IL (LPC)
  • May be insurance-eligible
  • Individual, couples & family
  • Coordinates with biblical care team
AODA Assessment

AODA Assessment & ASAM Evaluation

Dr. Jeffrey Gross · SAC-IT (WI DSPS)

Full ASAM assessment, SBIRT screening, and clinical interview with psychological screening tools — conducted under supervised SAC-IT credential. A case manager from RHSBC is assigned to assist clients in attaining needed services and treatment placement.

  • Full ASAM criteria assessment
  • SBIRT screening included
  • SAC-IT credential (Dr. Gross)
  • Case manager assigned
  • Treatment referral & coordination

Dr. Gross holds the SAC-IT credential (Substance Abuse Counselor — In Training) from Wisconsin DSPS, reflecting active supervised work toward full SAC licensure.

Recovery

Biblical Addiction Recovery

Christ-Centered · AODA-Informed

A Scripture-anchored approach to addiction — challenging the purely medical model while integrating AODA assessment, group ministry, and ongoing pastoral care for lasting freedom in Christ.

  • Biblical view of addiction
  • AODA assessment integration
  • Group recovery programs
  • Long-term pastoral support
Social Work

Social Work Services

Loretta Sabin · Faith-Informed

Faith-informed social work services meeting practical, emotional, and spiritual needs — resource coordination, family advocacy, crisis navigation, and community connection.

  • Resource coordination
  • Family advocacy
  • Crisis navigation
  • Faith-informed approach
Supervision

Pastoral Supervision (ACBC/NANC)

Dr. Jeffrey Gross · Formal Certification

Formal supervision for ACBC, NANC, and other biblical counseling certifications — led by Dr. Jeffrey Gross. Ideal for counselors working toward recognized biblical counseling credentials.

  • ACBC & NANC certification pathway
  • Direct supervision by Dr. Gross
  • Case review & feedback
  • Ongoing mentorship relationship

Group Programs

4 programs
Recovery Group

Stepping into Freedom

Addiction & Life-Controlling Issues

A step-by-step biblical process for achieving freedom from addiction or life-controlling issues through Christ. Practical support for recovery and long-term transformation.

  • Addiction & life-controlling issues
  • Biblical 12-step process
  • Community & accountability
  • In-church or RHM-hosted
Support Group

Concerned Persons

Supporting Loved Ones

For individuals with current or past relationships involving life-controlling issues. Emphasizes community and encourages focus on Christ while addressing immediate needs.

  • For family & friends
  • Community-based support
  • Evangelistic tool
  • Biblical coping framework
Grief Group

Coping With the Losses of Life

Bereavement & Loss

A biblically-grounded group study for anyone facing grief, loss, or disappointment. Fosters sharing, problem-solving, and understanding through community.

  • All types of loss
  • Biblical grief framework
  • Sharing & mutual support
  • Scripture-saturated curriculum
Anxiety Group

Facing Fear, Finding Faith

Anxiety, Fear & Worry

Biblical coping methods for those controlled or held back by anxiety, fear, and worry. Uses Scripture to build faith and practical tools to face daily fears.

  • Anxiety & worry focus
  • Scripture-based faith building
  • Practical tools
  • Group accountability

Licensed Care Spotlight

AODA Assessment & Clinical Coordination

Restoring Hope Ministries provides full ASAM-criteria AODA assessments through Dr. Jeffrey Gross (SAC-IT, Wisconsin DSPS) — conducted under active supervision toward full SAC licensure. The assessment includes SBIRT screening, a clinical interview, and psychological screening tools.

A dedicated case manager is assigned to every AODA client to assist with navigating treatment options, securing services, and coordinating placement — ensuring no one falls through the cracks after assessment.

Full ASAM criteria evaluation
SBIRT screening
Psychological screening tools
Clinical interview by SAC-IT
Case manager assigned post-assessment
Treatment referral & coordination
Biblical recovery integration
Insurance coordination support

SAC-IT is an in-training credential from Wisconsin DSPS reflecting active supervised work toward full Substance Abuse Counselor licensure. All AODA assessments are conducted within the appropriate supervised scope of practice.

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"Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." — Proverbs 27:17

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