Design (Identity) Discovery
Design Discovery Counseling is a type of counseling that promotes the exploration of one’s design and identity in life. Throughout the counseling process, you will be encouraged to shape your values and beliefs to promote self-understanding. Core values can make a solid foundation for one’s counseling journey, which can help to uncover strengths within yourself. […]
Counseling for Depression
Depression is a mental health issue that is characterized by persistent low mood, loss of pleasure in activities you once enjoyed, decreased self-esteem, and many other symptoms that cause prolonged sadness. To be clear, depression is more than feeling blue when you have a bad day. Clinical depression is persistent, spanning from months to years […]
Chronic Illness
Chronic illness can be exhausting and can take a toll not only on the physical body but on one’s mental health as well. Long-term duration of pain or struggling with a difficult diagnosis can seem unending and can make one feel defeated by their illness. Illnesses like cancer, chronic pain, heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis […]
Behavioral Issues
Behavioral issues disrupt everyday life in various settings like work, school, and home. These disruptive actions can cause issues within someone’s life and can show itself as the following: Not following the rules or being defiant toward authority Throwing a temper tantrum or being explosively angry Impulsive decision making Bullying others Lying, stealing, or theft […]
Counseling for Anxiety
Anxiety and the Role of Counseling Anxiety is characterized by feelings of worry, uneasiness, and fear. While it can be a normal part of life for some, for others, anxiety can be evasive and negatively impact everyday life and the ability to complete everyday tasks. The prevalence of anxiety disorders has risen profoundly, prompting a greater […]
Anger Management
Anger is a natural emotion that everyone experiences. However, anger can become a problem when it feels uncontrollable, with sudden outbursts that cause harm to yourself or others. It can arise from various triggers that induce stress and can be caused by frustration, betrayal, and outrage. In addition, explosive outbursts can lead to numerous problems […]
Aging & Elder Care
Geriatric Counseling and Elder Care Counseling for individuals aged 65 and older continues to increase. Elder care and geriatric counseling are areas that address the unique challenges of aging and life transition. Aging is an area of focus that aids in increasing an individual’s quality of life and provides support for various physical challenges, discusses […]
Adventure Therapy
Exploring the Great Outdoors for Healing and Growth Adventure therapy is a unique approach to counseling that integrates outdoor activities and experiences to promote mental and emotional health. It combines elements of traditional therapy with adventure-based activities, such as hiking, walking, running, rock climbing, kayaking, and team-building exercises. These outdoor physical activities are designed to better […]
ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition commonly diagnosed in children, although it can continue into adulthood. Characterized by symptoms such as inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, ADHD can pose significant challenges for individuals and their families. As with any condition, understanding ADHD from various perspectives—including a biblical one—can offer comfort and insight for […]
JC Threadcraft – Clinical Advisor
He is not accepting clients at this time. Founder of Fortify Christian Counseling, JC Threadcraft, transferred ownership of the practice to Dr. Jerra Dooley in May 2024. Now, his affiliation with the practice is to provide clinical direction as needed.
