Testimonials
Receiving Love and Forgiveness
When you have a session with Rick, his warmth and love of the Lord spreads to you
instantly. He taught me forgiveness and handing problems over to the Lord. Doing that is a
reward in itself. I'm still working on it. --rw
Healing our Marriage
My husband and I sought help from Rick to address our marriage. We found Rick
to be spiritually grounded, authentically caring, and masterful in how he allowed
God to use him to heal our marriage. He taught and guided us in new skills with
scripture that has sustained us and opened our hearts to how God views marriage.
I have recommended Rick to many of our friends. --df
Overcoming Sexual Abuse for the Developmentally Disabled
Rick Livingston counseled my son for a year. My son is developmentally disabled. He was
sexually abused by a family member. Rick did an excellent job of working with a person who
has a disability. He used a lot of word pictures that my son could relate to. The other plus
with the counseling was that it was scripturally based. Rick showed a lot of caring and
compassion for me as a parent also. That is really important because Rick realized that the
parent is hurting too. --lb
Overcoming Issues in Families with Adopted Children
Rick Livingston has served our family well. We have gone to him for advice on marriage
issues, individual adult issues, child issues, both birth children and adopted children. Rick
helped us transition our two adopted children into our home. Rick uses sound biblical
methods as a basis for advice. Rick takes issues to God in prayer. We find sometimes our
family needs some outside help, when we have tried our best and need HELP! We
recommend Rick to acquaintances and friends for Godly counsel. --hh
Finding Healing for Grief
In the months following a tragic accident that took the life of my 20 year old daughter, e, I
found myself searching for a compassionate Christian counselor. A friend of mine referred
me to Rick Livingston. He helped me work through some of the most difficult days of my
grieving process. I know that my "grief work" will continue for the rest of my life; however, I
find comfort in the knowledge that I will someday be reunited with my e. --ms
Biblical Help for Old Baggage Self-Destructive Habits
My husband and I came to Rick for counseling by recommendation of an older
gentleman whom we highly respected. We had some apprehension due to a lack
of trusting counselors. However, we both found Rick to be a counselor with whom
we could feel at ease discussing our major issues. Rick offered sound direction
and gave us tools and insights to help us work though the conflicts and keep our
family together.
I went on to do some counseling on a personal level due to background issues and self-
destructive habits. Rick was completely honest, trustworthy, and spoke the truth, even when I
may not have wanted to hear it. He was there to give me real help, not just some quick answers,
fancy words, or easy fixes. He led me to real heart change. Rick is not one with whom to play
games. He goes to the heart of an issue for real change in one’s life. I would recommend Rick if
one wants real help, good sound counseling, and growth on their path in life. --im
Trouble in School
My son was in 6th grade when I sought counseling with Rick. My son needed help because
of problems with behavior in school. He had done well academically, but his behavior in
class was disrupting. There were complaints from teachers, and demerits in his school
record.
We had already tried secular counseling, and it had simply not worked. His needs appeared
to be more spiritual than anything else. A dear friend of mine had talked to me about Rick as
he had successfully helped a married couple she knew to address certain family issues.
She had told me that Rick was the best there is.
Soon I discovered that she was right. Rick was able to reach out to our son in a very special
way. Of course, the sessions between them were confidential, so I am not aware of exactly
how Rick helped our son. However, Rick also scheduled sessions between my son and me,
and so many things became clear. I realized Rick is an anointed man of God, and the Lord
uses him to guide families to find the unity that God has intended for them.
For one thing, I saw how our son's character was transformed. Soon after the initial
sessions, I began hearing compliments from the teachers. He became peaceful, respectful,
and more mature. There were no longer complaints of behavior, no demerits, no
conferences with teachers and principal!! I truly believe that Rick helped our son to
discover who he is in the Lord, and this knowledge has remained with him. This has been
one of the most amazing gifts in my life.
Rick has also helped my marriage. One of the things that impacted me the most was that
Rick showed me that God is calling husband and wife to be faithful to each other, not only
physically but also spiritually. I learned that even when there are disagreements, and the
love for each other seemed to have fainted because of so much hurting, God has called us
to make a choice to be faithful to our spouses. Through sometimes difficult sessions for me
and my husband, I made that choice to continue resisting the enemy that has tried to
destroy our marriage so many times.
I know that the sessions helped my husband as well. Rick has the ability to take us to a
point where we see how we have been mistaken and at fault ourselves too, rather than
simply point a finger at the other as the only cause of the problems. Rick's sessions are
always in line with Scripture. Accordingly, he encourages us to seek God's will, to be
obedient to Him, and to make the right choices. --sd
Conflict in the Family and with Child Protective Services
My wife, two of our six children, and I received Marriage, Family and Personal Counseling from Rick
Livingston for almost one year, a total of ninety sessions. Child Protective Services (CPS), or the
Department of Human Services (DHS), had wrongfully removed our six children and was resolute on
not returning them.
Mr. Livingston’s extensive qualifications and years of experience proved invaluable throughout the
pendency of our case. It was so apparent that Mr. Livingston truly had the best interest of the
children in mind that the Judge ordered CPS (or DHS) to comply with his recommendations.
With his help we learned valuable communication skills and resolved areas of conflict in our marriage
and blended family.
If your family is involved with CPS or you are looking for marriage, family or personal counseling, we
highly recommend Living Resources. Thanks Rick. --lc
Widow and Son
Thank you, Rick, for all the invaluable help you've given our family. A few years after the
loss of my husband, my children's father, we were spiraling downward, but the Lord
provided help through you. I can say with joy today, we are doing great! You were able to
speak to our specific needs with wisdom and grace, and you also challenged us to change.
I was amazed at how you were able to connect with my teenage son and could speak in a
way that he would listen! We were able to break out of unhealthy ruts of communication
thanks to the way you patiently challenged us. I have recommended you to several friends
and will continue to recommend you!! You're approachable and insightful, and an excellent
counselor! --nb
People Can Change
Hi Rick. I'm sure you remember our daughter. A lot has happened since you last saw her.
We moved to Alaska about 4 months ago. The great thing is, she has been living with her
dad in Oregon and has been doing very well in school, health wise, and has matured so
much. She's only had one spat during that time and immediately realized what she did
wrong. Therefore, she was very apologetic etc. You will be amazed if you talked with her
again. She is continuing to attend church, thanks to my sister, and we are very proud of
who she has become. Thank you sooo much for counseling her during her time of need. I
just believe that God is doing so much in her life right now; it's amazing. All praises go out
to God, and thank you for doing the work that God has called you to do. It's because of
your faithfulness that so many children's lives are being changed for the best. --rs
Receiving Love and Forgiveness
When you have a session with Rick, his warmth and love of the Lord spreads to you
instantly. He taught me forgiveness and handing problems over to the Lord. Doing that is a
reward in itself. I'm still working on it. --rw
Healing our Marriage
My husband and I sought help from Rick to address our marriage. We found Rick
to be spiritually grounded, authentically caring, and masterful in how he allowed
God to use him to heal our marriage. He taught and guided us in new skills with
scripture that has sustained us and opened our hearts to how God views marriage.
I have recommended Rick to many of our friends. --df
Overcoming Sexual Abuse for the Developmentally Disabled
Rick Livingston counseled my son for a year. My son is developmentally disabled. He was
sexually abused by a family member. Rick did an excellent job of working with a person who
has a disability. He used a lot of word pictures that my son could relate to. The other plus
with the counseling was that it was scripturally based. Rick showed a lot of caring and
compassion for me as a parent also. That is really important because Rick realized that the
parent is hurting too. --lb
Overcoming Issues in Families with Adopted Children
Rick Livingston has served our family well. We have gone to him for advice on marriage
issues, individual adult issues, child issues, both birth children and adopted children. Rick
helped us transition our two adopted children into our home. Rick uses sound biblical
methods as a basis for advice. Rick takes issues to God in prayer. We find sometimes our
family needs some outside help, when we have tried our best and need HELP! We
recommend Rick to acquaintances and friends for Godly counsel. --hh
Finding Healing for Grief
In the months following a tragic accident that took the life of my 20 year old daughter, e, I
found myself searching for a compassionate Christian counselor. A friend of mine referred
me to Rick Livingston. He helped me work through some of the most difficult days of my
grieving process. I know that my "grief work" will continue for the rest of my life; however, I
find comfort in the knowledge that I will someday be reunited with my e. --ms
Biblical Help for Old Baggage Self-Destructive Habits
My husband and I came to Rick for counseling by recommendation of an older
gentleman whom we highly respected. We had some apprehension due to a lack
of trusting counselors. However, we both found Rick to be a counselor with whom
we could feel at ease discussing our major issues. Rick offered sound direction
and gave us tools and insights to help us work though the conflicts and keep our
family together.
I went on to do some counseling on a personal level due to background issues and self-
destructive habits. Rick was completely honest, trustworthy, and spoke the truth, even when I
may not have wanted to hear it. He was there to give me real help, not just some quick answers,
fancy words, or easy fixes. He led me to real heart change. Rick is not one with whom to play
games. He goes to the heart of an issue for real change in one’s life. I would recommend Rick if
one wants real help, good sound counseling, and growth on their path in life. --im
Trouble in School
My son was in 6th grade when I sought counseling with Rick. My son needed help because
of problems with behavior in school. He had done well academically, but his behavior in
class was disrupting. There were complaints from teachers, and demerits in his school
record.
We had already tried secular counseling, and it had simply not worked. His needs appeared
to be more spiritual than anything else. A dear friend of mine had talked to me about Rick as
he had successfully helped a married couple she knew to address certain family issues.
She had told me that Rick was the best there is.
Soon I discovered that she was right. Rick was able to reach out to our son in a very special
way. Of course, the sessions between them were confidential, so I am not aware of exactly
how Rick helped our son. However, Rick also scheduled sessions between my son and me,
and so many things became clear. I realized Rick is an anointed man of God, and the Lord
uses him to guide families to find the unity that God has intended for them.
For one thing, I saw how our son's character was transformed. Soon after the initial
sessions, I began hearing compliments from the teachers. He became peaceful, respectful,
and more mature. There were no longer complaints of behavior, no demerits, no
conferences with teachers and principal!! I truly believe that Rick helped our son to
discover who he is in the Lord, and this knowledge has remained with him. This has been
one of the most amazing gifts in my life.
Rick has also helped my marriage. One of the things that impacted me the most was that
Rick showed me that God is calling husband and wife to be faithful to each other, not only
physically but also spiritually. I learned that even when there are disagreements, and the
love for each other seemed to have fainted because of so much hurting, God has called us
to make a choice to be faithful to our spouses. Through sometimes difficult sessions for me
and my husband, I made that choice to continue resisting the enemy that has tried to
destroy our marriage so many times.
I know that the sessions helped my husband as well. Rick has the ability to take us to a
point where we see how we have been mistaken and at fault ourselves too, rather than
simply point a finger at the other as the only cause of the problems. Rick's sessions are
always in line with Scripture. Accordingly, he encourages us to seek God's will, to be
obedient to Him, and to make the right choices. --sd
Conflict in the Family and with Child Protective Services
My wife, two of our six children, and I received Marriage, Family and Personal Counseling from Rick
Livingston for almost one year, a total of ninety sessions. Child Protective Services (CPS), or the
Department of Human Services (DHS), had wrongfully removed our six children and was resolute on
not returning them.
Mr. Livingston’s extensive qualifications and years of experience proved invaluable throughout the
pendency of our case. It was so apparent that Mr. Livingston truly had the best interest of the
children in mind that the Judge ordered CPS (or DHS) to comply with his recommendations.
With his help we learned valuable communication skills and resolved areas of conflict in our marriage
and blended family.
If your family is involved with CPS or you are looking for marriage, family or personal counseling, we
highly recommend Living Resources. Thanks Rick. --lc
Widow and Son
Thank you, Rick, for all the invaluable help you've given our family. A few years after the
loss of my husband, my children's father, we were spiraling downward, but the Lord
provided help through you. I can say with joy today, we are doing great! You were able to
speak to our specific needs with wisdom and grace, and you also challenged us to change.
I was amazed at how you were able to connect with my teenage son and could speak in a
way that he would listen! We were able to break out of unhealthy ruts of communication
thanks to the way you patiently challenged us. I have recommended you to several friends
and will continue to recommend you!! You're approachable and insightful, and an excellent
counselor! --nb
People Can Change
Hi Rick. I'm sure you remember our daughter. A lot has happened since you last saw her.
We moved to Alaska about 4 months ago. The great thing is, she has been living with her
dad in Oregon and has been doing very well in school, health wise, and has matured so
much. She's only had one spat during that time and immediately realized what she did
wrong. Therefore, she was very apologetic etc. You will be amazed if you talked with her
again. She is continuing to attend church, thanks to my sister, and we are very proud of
who she has become. Thank you sooo much for counseling her during her time of need. I
just believe that God is doing so much in her life right now; it's amazing. All praises go out
to God, and thank you for doing the work that God has called you to do. It's because of
your faithfulness that so many children's lives are being changed for the best. --rs
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