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"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland."

Isaiah 43:18 - 19

FAQs

What type of counsel do you offer?

Individuals, couples, marriage, premarital, and children ages 16+.

What is a lay biblical counselor?

A lay biblical counselor is a volunteer counselor who has undergone training through The Church at RB. They do not utilize any professional mental health training rather, the use of spiritual disciplines such as Scripture-reading, prayer, and biblical mediation.

What is the difference between professional
counseling and biblical counseling?

A mental health professional holds a higher level degree in their particular field and is licensed and/or certified. With a mental health professional, you can use insurance or private pay to have either short or long term care. Here at The Church at RB, all counselors are volunteers that have undergone extensive training through the church to serve you but rely heavily on the Holy Spirit. With that said, guidance and advice given to you will be through a biblical lens and provided to you as short-term care.

What type of model does
The Church at RB use for counseling?

The Church at RB uses a short-term, solution-focused biblical model while counseling.

How many sessions can I receive and
how much does it cost?

You can receive up to 8 sessions, free of charge once accepted as a counselee.

What if my counseling needs exceed
what the counseling ministry can offer?

We have an amazing Trusted Partners list which consists of vetted, licensed counselors, therapists, and psychologists that can better suit your needs.

What can I expect from my counseling
journey with you?

Expect to meet with your counselor 3-4 times per month. During your journey, it is important to recognize the important role you play by being committed to your weekly homework assignments, being on time for your sessions, and allowing God to meet you where you are.

What type of counsel do you offer?
What is a lay biblical counselor?
What is the difference between professional
counseling and biblical counseling?
What type of model does
The Church at RB use for counseling?
How many sessions can I receive and
how much does it cost?
What if my counseling needs exceed
what the counseling ministry can offer?
What can I expect from my counseling
journey with you?

Trusted Partners

Our counselors are trained paraprofessionals who are skilled in areas of listening, spiritual counsel, and prayerful guidance.

If you are experiencing a crisis and need help immediately, 
please call the 24-hour national suicide prevention lifeline, dial 988 on your phone.

11740 Bernardo Plaza Ct.
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 592 - 2434

11740 Bernardo Plaza Ct.
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 592 - 2434

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Trusted Partners

  • BALANCE

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    balancehealth.org | 16935 West Bernardo Drive, Suite 208, 92127 | 858.831.8340

    “Balance Center for Mental Health and Wellness offers comprehensive mental and behavioral healthcare emphasizing education, treatment, advocacy and recovery. Serves individuals, couples, families and groups. Balance brings together a group of highly motivated and compassionate therapists to serve the mental health needs of San Diego.”

  • CENTER FOR ENRICHING RELATIONSHIPS

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    enrichingrelationships.org | 4025 Camino del Rio S #250, San Diego, CA 92108 | 619.858.3105

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    “CER exists to actively enrich and support personal, relational and family healing within the church and community”  Over 30 Christian therapists in multiple locations in the San Diego area.”

  • LORI UNDERWOOD THERAPY & ASSOCIATES

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    loriunderwoodtherapy.com | 2635 Camino Del Rio South Ste. 302, 92108 | 858.442.0798

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    “We offer Short-term, solution-focused therapy designed to achieve peaceful resolution for clients whose relationships are suffering. These relationships can be with wife, husband, partner, children, other family members, colleagues, and self.”

  • POTENTIA THERAPY

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    potentiatherapy.com | 1180 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106 | 619.819.0283

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    “Potentia is an integrative mental health practice dedicated to supporting the whole person – mind, body, soul – and treating the whole spectrum of mental health and wellness issues.”

  • RHOMBUS COUNSELING

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    info@rhombuscounseling.com | 8058 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942 | 858.848.1766

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    “Those struggling with mental health have been laid on our hearts and we are compelled to help train and equip individuals, couples, and families with the tools they need to lead healthy lives and to work through pain, fear, anger, illness, and every mental ailment that they are struggling with and to maintain mental health.”

  • THRIVE AT HOME

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    thrive-at-home.com | 12975 Brookprinter Place #140, 92064 | 858.215.5366

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    “We specialize in helping couples reconnectand build great marriagesthey don't want to lose!”

Specialists:

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Shami Benjamin

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LMFT/Mental Performance Coach
fitmind.team  |  fitmind.shami@gmail.com

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"I help people develop a healthy frame of mind to reach their full potential and for success in life."

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Bernard & Priscilla Chen

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LMFT
bernardpriscilla.com | bernardtherapy@protonmail.com | 858.314.8787

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“We discovered a shared passion for helping our clients understand how difficult issues like mental illness and relationship conflict are influenced by their family of origin. We will help you to understand yourself as an emotionally differentiated individual, create a new sense of personal responsibility, and learn the life lessons that you should have gotten from your family.”

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Jim Coil

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LMFT
counselingtherapies.com | jcoilcounseling@gmail.com | 9820 Willow Creek Rd, Ste. 245, 92131 | 11665 ‍Avena Place, Ste. 108, 92128 | 619.405.3920

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Whether you’re struggling with overcoming depression, anxiety, marriage and relationship challenges, or trauma, it is important that you know you don’t have to be alone in this journey. I have the experience to help you achieve your goals, overcome these struggles, and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

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Kathryn Debruin

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LMFT, EFT
kathryndebruin.com | therapy@kathryndebruin.com | 2851 Camino Del Rio S, Ste 300, 92108 | 619.352.0054 | 619.342.7753

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‍“As a San Diego marriage and family therapist, I specialize in empowering couples, families, and children to overcome challenges. I help families learn to recognize and then eventually express their needs for love, support, protection and comfort.”

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Deborah Moyer

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LMFT
deborahmoyercounseling.com | deborah@deborahmoyercounseling.com | 11440 W. Bernardo Court Ste. 200, 92127 | 858.731.6013

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‍“Helping individuals reach their full potential.”

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Angelica Rodriguez

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LMFT
arodriguezlmft@proton.me

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“I focus on helping clients improve the relationships that surround them. Ultimately, your most important relationship is the one that you have with yourself. I have successfully worked with clients with anxiety, depression, navigating the difficulties of military life, and clients who are experiencing challenges in their interpersonal relationships. As a bilingual therapist I can provide therapy in English or Spanish and as a bi-cultural therapist, I also pride myself on bringing cultural awareness to my approach.”

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Amanda Torre

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LMFT
amandatorrecounseling.com | amandatorrecounseling@proton.mail | 9625 Black Mountain Rd. Ste. 307, 92126 | 619.732.6185
*virtual option

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“I offer individual, couples, and family therapy. There is HOPE. I want to work collaboratively with you and lead you down a road of healing and self discovery. My goal is to make therapy productive and enjoyable for you to gain perspective and encouragement for everyday life.”