The First Step
The process begins with a counseling request or intake form. This helps RHM understand your situation, your goals, your location, and the type of care you are seeking.
After your request is reviewed, RHM will determine whether biblical counseling through our ministry is an appropriate fit and whether a counselor is available. You will be contacted with next steps.
The First Session
Your first session may include:
- Sharing your story
- Identifying the main concerns
- Clarifying what kind of help you are seeking
- Discussing spiritual background and current support
- Reviewing confidentiality and ministry expectations
- Beginning to identify biblical themes, burdens, and next steps
You do not need to have everything figured out before you begin. The first step is simply to come honestly.
Our Approach to Care
RHM's biblical counseling is rooted in the belief that God's Word speaks with authority, wisdom, mercy, and hope. Counselors seek to listen carefully, apply Scripture faithfully, and walk with people patiently.
Confidentiality and Documentation
RHM takes confidentiality seriously. Counselors are expected to follow ministry policies related to documentation, privacy, boundaries, and care review.
There may be situations where confidentiality has legal or ethical limits, such as danger to self or others, abuse concerns, mandated reporting situations, or other circumstances requiring additional action. These limits will be explained to you before care begins.
Biblical Counseling and Other Forms of Care
Biblical counseling is ministry care rooted in Scripture. It is not a substitute for emergency services, medical care, legal counsel, or licensed mental health treatment when those services are needed.
RHM may encourage outside referral, medical support, church involvement, or additional care when appropriate. We view referral as an act of stewardship, not failure.
How to Prepare
Before your first session, consider:
What are the main concerns you want help with?
What have you already tried?
What Scripture passages or spiritual questions feel important?
Are there urgent safety concerns?
What would faithful growth look like in this season?
