Frequently Asked Questions

Why Christian Counseling?

Life is full of uncertainties. The one true constant in life is God. His promises are everlasting and He never breaks a promise. We have faith in God and rely on the Holy Spirit for wisdom and advice. We not only pray for wisdom, but also encourage patients to pray if they choose. We pray with patients if they would like us to. What we have found is that when a patient realizes that God is there as a comfort and healer rather than a judge, their outlook on life changes and they begin to hope again. And God still works miracles in lives every day.

When is the right time to seeking counseling?

Why wait? If something is bothering you and causing distress, seek help. Seeing a counselor does not mean that you are crazy or that you cannot handle your problems. Being able to discuss the situation with someone with a different perspective may be just the help you need. Many people have situations in life that cause stress and sleepless nights, yet they continually try to ignore the symptoms and hope things will somehow get resolved. What usually happens is that things can and often do get worse. If you feel that there is a situation in your life that you are not handling as well as you would like, contact us so that we can help.

I’m worried that my child will be reluctant to go off with a counselor without me. What should I do?

When your child comes to play therapy for the first time, we will greet your child in the waiting room and invite them to come to the playroom to play. Some children will come willingly while others will hold back and refuse to leave their parent/guardian. Our policy is not to traumatize children, but to make them feel comfortable. We might then invite the parent into the playroom with us for the first few minutes. When the child begins to relax and play with the toys, the parent can usually leave the playroom.

How do I make an appointment?

If you want to make an appointment, you can call the office at 281-498-4673. The individual who will typically answer calls as well as respond to messages will be our office coordinator. Our office coordinator is trained to process calls as well as answer any questions related to the counseling process. What to expect during this call will be to document basic information, provide knowledge about FBCCC, suggestions for referrals, and to find the best therapeutic fit for your specific needs.

Do you endorse taking medication?

The clinicians at FBCCC can not prescribe medication for our clients. It is important for many clients to incorporate alternative ways of getting help before turning to medication. It is our goal to work with clients to find the best possible solution for them. Sometimes that solution means clients are able to work through their issues with counseling alone. At other times, it may be recommended that clients visit a psychiatrist or a physician for a medication evaluation. In any case, counseling is recommended to work along with medication to receive the best wellness results.

How do I explain to my child that they will be coming for Play Therapy?

Visiting a "doctor's office" can be a scary event for children. We do not consider this a doctor's office. Tell your children that they will be coming to play with toys. This will make them anticipate their visit rather than dread it.

How long will counseling last?

The amount of sessions required varies  for each patient and their struggles. Some people come as few as 3 or 4 sessions and others come for several months or longer. Play therapy tends to be at least 5 or 6 sessions minimum.  Our goal is to help resolve issues as quickly as possible for the patient. Each counseling session lasts 45 to 50 minutes for adults and 30 to 45 minutes for children.