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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for biblical counseling in the United States is $59,688.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is biblical counseling?

Biblical counseling is a form of counseling that uses the teachings and principles found in the Bible to help individuals address personal, emotional, and relational issues. Counselors who practice biblical counseling seek to apply Scripture to the problems people face, guiding them toward spiritual and practical solutions rooted in their faith. This approach often involves prayer, scripture study, and encouragement to live according to biblical values. It is typically provided by trained individuals within a church or Christian counseling setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a biblical counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Biblical Counselor, you need a deep understanding of biblical principles, counseling techniques, and often a degree or certification in Christian counseling. Familiarity with resources such as the Bible, Christian counseling literature, and case management systems is also valuable. Compassion, active listening, and strong interpersonal communication help build trust and effectively support clients through spiritual and personal challenges. These skills and qualities are essential for providing effective, faith-based guidance and fostering positive change in individuals’ lives.

What are some common challenges faced by biblical counselors when working with clients from diverse backgrounds?

Biblical counselors often encounter the challenge of addressing clients' unique cultural, denominational, or personal perspectives while remaining true to biblical principles. Navigating varying beliefs about spirituality, mental health, and counseling approaches requires sensitivity and adaptability. Effective counselors build trust by actively listening, respecting clients' backgrounds, and integrating biblical guidance in a way that is both relevant and compassionate. Regular collaboration with other church staff or mental health professionals can also help ensure clients receive holistic support.

What is the difference between Biblical Counseling vs Pastoral Counseling?

AspectBiblical CounselingPastoral Counseling
CredentialsOften requires biblical counseling certification or training, sometimes a degree in theology or counselingTypically held by pastors or clergy with theological training, may include counseling certification
Work EnvironmentPrivate practices, counseling centers, churchesChurch settings, religious organizations, community centers
Industry UsageFocuses on applying biblical principles to personal issuesProvides spiritual guidance and emotional support within a faith context

Both Biblical Counseling and Pastoral Counseling involve providing spiritual support rooted in Christian teachings. Biblical Counseling emphasizes specific training in counseling techniques combined with biblical principles, often in private or specialized settings. Pastoral Counseling is typically offered by clergy and integrates counseling with pastoral care within church environments. While they share common ground, Biblical Counseling tends to focus more on structured counseling methods, whereas Pastoral Counseling emphasizes spiritual guidance from a faith leader.

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Infographic showing various Biblical Counseling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,688 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Counseling Center Executive Director

First Naples Church

Naples, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

Counseling Center Executive Director
Reports to: Executive Pastor
 
SUMMARY
The Executive Director provides visionary, spiritual, Supervisory, and operational leadership for the First Naples Counseling Center. This individual is responsible for ensuring the ministry reflects the mission of First Naples Church by providing biblically faithful, Christ-centered, clinically informed counseling that helps people love Jesus and live for Him every day. 
 
 The Executive Director will build and lead a counseling ministry that upholds the authority and sufficiency of Scripture and an appropriate understanding of God’s common grace through medicine and the behavioral sciences. The Executive Director serves as the primary leader of the Counseling Center, providing leadership to counselors, residents, interns, and support staff while ensuring excellence in counseling, theological integrity, operational effectiveness, community partnerships, and long-term ministry growth.
 
MISSION ALIGNMENT
The Executive Director will fully embrace and advance the mission, vision, doctrine, and 
 values of First Naples Church 
Vision: The vision of First Baptist Church Naples (First Naples) is to glorify God by being a multi-generational, multi-ethnic, multiplying church that raises up the next generation of disciple-makers, church planters, missionaries, and world changers that reaches our Neighbors to the nations.
Mission: Helping people love Jesus and live for Him every day. 
 
CORE MINISTRY PHILOSOPHY
The Counseling Center exists to bring hope through the gospel by offering biblically grounded, Christ-centered, clinically informed counseling that addresses the spiritual, relational, and emotional, and physical dimensions of life while recognizing the appropriate role of medical professionals and other qualified care providers. The counseling philosophy should align closely with organizations such as the Biblical Counseling Coalition (BCC), Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF), and Fieldstone Counseling. 
 
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Spiritual Leadership
  • Protect the theological integrity of the Counseling Center.
  • Develop a culture of prayer, humility, grace, and biblical wisdom.
  • Provide pastoral leadership and care to counseling staff.
  • Partner closely with church leadership to integrate the Counseling Center into 
     First Naples' disciple-making mission.
Vision and Strategy
  • Build the Counseling Center from the ground up — establishing systems, culture, staffing, and services.
  • Develop and execute a long-term ministry strategy capable of serving church members and the surrounding community.
  • Expand services, training programs, residency opportunities, and strategic partnerships over time.
  • Report regularly to the Executive Pastor on ministry health, growth, and needs
Supervisory Leadership
·       Provide oversight for all counseling services, including individual, marriage, family, child and adolescent, premarital, crisis, and group counseling, as well as educational workshops and consultation.
·       Ensure counselors maintain standards that are:
o   Biblically faithful and Christ-centered
o   Clinically informed and trauma-aware
o   Whole-person focused
o   Ethically and legally compliant
Team Leadership
Recruit, develop, supervise, and evaluate all staff and volunteers.
 
Build a team culture marked by excellence, collaboration, continued learning, spiritual growth, and biblical accountability.
 
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Medical & Community Partnerships
Develop referral relationships with Christian physicians, psychiatrists, pediatricians, primary care providers, hospitals, schools, residential facilities, and community ministry partners. Ensure counselors know when and how to refer.
 
Quality Assurance
Establish and maintain systems for counselor supervision, case consultation, ethical review, documentation standards, continuing education, confidentiality, and legal compliance across both counseling tracks.[JH1] 
 
Operations
Oversee all operational functions of the Counseling Center, including budget, strategic planning, policies, intake systems, scheduling, counselor assignments, risk management, compliance, technology, and reporting.
 
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS
Spiritual
  • Mature follower of Jesus Christ with a vibrant and evident walk with God.
  • Fully supports the doctrine, mission, and values of First Naples Church.
  • Member of First Naples Church or willing to become one.
  • Models biblical character consistent with the qualifications of church leadership.
 
Education
Master's degree required. Qualifying fields include:
  • Biblical Counseling or Theology (M.Div. or equivalent)
  • Related discipline with demonstrated  biblical counseling competency
  • Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work
 
 
Biblical Counseling Training
Demonstrated competency in biblical counseling is required. Preferred credentials include involvement with the Biblical Counseling Coalition (BCC), CCEF training, or certification from another organization consistent with the Counseling Center's philosophy.
 
Experience
  • 10+ years of counseling experience
  • 5+ years of leadership or ministry leadership experience
  • Experience supervising counselors across multiple roles or disciplines
  • Experience building ministry or organizational systems from early stages
  • Experience managing budgets
  • Experience working alongside pastors and in a church context