“What Do you Say?” — Gratitude that Lasts
Even as we bring our needs, our uncertainties, and our fears before God, we are invited to do so with gratitude already present. It is not a denial of hardship, but a reorientation of the heart within it.
Get to Know Your Counselor - Simone Lake
Simone Lake lives in the Payson/Mogollon Rim area where there are over 100 small Protestant churches that work together. Simone shares her heart and story with BCA and her burden for counseling in her area of Arizona. We are so thankful to have such a caring, godly, and proficient counselor in Simone!
A Husband’s Vulnerability in Marriage
Many conversations about Christian marriage focus on a wife’s needs and vulnerabilities. Far fewer address the real and often hidden vulnerability of husbands.
If There Were No Resurrection: Why the Gospel is Essential for Counseling
I want to ask, what would our care look like then if the Gospel wasn’t true? What if Jesus didn’t really rise from the dead? Do we still have anything to offer? What we would be left with without the resurrection of Jesus Christ in soul care?
Grateful for Echo Tung: Reflections on Retirement
We are so thankful for the 10 years we've had Echo on our team! As she steps away to support her church and enjoy her family, BCA Director, Joe Leavell, sat down with Echo to reflect and listen to her wisdom! Well worth your time to hear a seasoned biblical counselor talk about what God has done!
A Gentle and Quiet Spirit is Not a Silenced Wife
What does “a gentle and quiet spirit” actually mean in 1 Peter 3? It's amazing how many believe it is meant to silence a wife. It does not mean that at all! A biblical exploration of submission, vulnerability, and trust in a Christian marriage.
Get to Know Your Counselor - Sandy Bacon
Get to know your counselor! Sandy Bacon shares her heart and story with BCA! We are so thankful to have such a caring, godly, and proficient counselor in Sandy!
The Courage To Be Disliked: Freedom Through a Christian Lens
People-pleasing often grows from fear of rejection — but Scripture offers a deeper freedom rooted in identity in Christ. In this article, BCA counselor Tania Hilton shares gospel-centered freedom from fear of rejection through a biblical lens.
What is the Difference Between Biblical Counseling and Regular Therapy?
In this video, BCA Director, Joe Leavell talks through the ministry of the Spirit in transforming hearts in contrast to a therapeutic model that regulates behavior.
Lessons from a Mountain Stream: Learning to Read God’s Creation
It is one thing to read about God’s world.
It is another thing entirely to stop, watch, listen, and observe.
Those who see the Designer marvel.
If our understanding of God’s world comes only from secondhand observation, we may be missing the wisdom that comes from slowing down long enough to see.
What God Wants: Reflective Questions for Christmas
At the heart of Christmas are two questions that reveal what we believe about God and ourselves and why it matters in every day life. This reflection invites you to consider what God wants, and how that truth reshapes our desires, relationships, and everyday struggles.
Celebrating 10 Years of Biblical Counseling of Arizona!
As we reflect on ten years of ministry, Director Joe Leavell sat down with our founder, Kathi Bishop, to look back on her journey of how God graciously wove each piece together to bring BCA into being and has continued to sustain it ever since.
BCA Partnership Program
Recognizing the critical role of healthy churches and their leaders in shepherding God’s people, we are pleased to begin offering generous financial partnerships to provide us with the continued funds needed to support counseling for pastors, staff, congregations, and the community.
When the Engine Misfires: Biblical Counseling and Psychiatry
Psychiatry is not a substitute for biblical care and is often sought to avoid addressing soul-level issues. This will only mask and will not address the root issues. But when the brain “misfires,” it can be a helpful tool, especially when guided by wise, Christian professionals who will not undermine but reinforce God’s work in a person’s life, body and soul.
Walking With the Wounded: Encouragement for the Weary Helper
Are you walking alongside someone who longs for change but resists action? This article offers biblical encouragement and practical steps for counselors, caregivers, and friends who feel weary. Learn how to stay faithful and trust God with the results—because you are not the Savior.
What If God Saw the Real Me?
Afraid of what God would think if He saw the “real” you? He already does—and in Christ, He loves you more deeply than you imagine.
Am I Ready to Pursue Biblical Counseling?
If you’ve ever wondered whether biblical counseling is the right next step for you or someone you love, this post by Hannah Sink offers four thoughtful questions to help guide your decision with prayerful clarity and biblical wisdom.
A Biblical Response to Unhealthy Family Dynamics
Biblical forgiveness is not about erasing the truth or enabling the cycle of hurt to continue. It’s about releasing bitterness to God, trusting His justice, and choosing to walk in freedom, even if that means walking away
When God Makes a Short Story Long
“Are you walking through a trial that won’t end? Discover gospel hope and deep rest in God when the road feels too long and the pain won’t lift.”
Why Trust Biblical Counseling of Arizona?
In a rapidly changing cultural landscape, the need for mental health support is more evident than ever. At Biblical Counseling of Arizona, we’ve witnessed firsthand the growing demand for counselors and therapists. But not all counseling is created equal. Here’s why we believe biblical counseling is the answer for families and churches seeking trusted, Christ-centered care.