What is the difference between a Christian counselor and a therapist? The main differences between therapists and Christian counselors are their education and practice approaches. Therapists usually have at least a master's degree and a state license to practice, but a Christian counselor may not need either.

Christian counselors incorporate faith values for clients who desire it, understand a Christian worldview, and are clinically trained. Alternatively, Biblical counselors typically have a degree from a Seminary or Bible College where they received extensive training in theology and God's word.

I advise you that there is nothing wrong with seeking a therapist if you are going through a situation. Sometimes, we need more than just prayer; we need a partner to come alongside us and help us defeat the inner demons we might be facing in our lives. You are not sinning by seeking a therapist.

Pastoral counseling and Christian counseling are not the same discipline, but they are related. Anyone who wishes to learn about the disciplines must have a heart for helping people, and they will find that sitting in sessions with counseling clients may be quite a help.