The Vineyard Way
At Vineyard Counseling, I believe meaningful change happens through patience, presence, and grace. Growth doesn’t come from quick fixes or harsh judgments but through steady care—digging into what’s beneath the surface, nurturing what’s struggling, and tending what matters most.
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I’m inspired by the parable of the fig tree (Luke 13:6–9), where the vine-worker resists the reaction to cut down what appears unfruitful and instead commits to digging around it, enriching the soil, and giving it time to grow. In that same spirit, therapy at Vineyard Counseling is a process of restoration, not punishment—one rooted in hope, compassion, and enduring care.
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My approach blends faith and evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping clients live with greater self-awareness, peace, and purpose. Faith provides the heart of compassion and grace; research provides the tools and structure that make change possible.
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The Vineyard Way reflects how I walk with clients through this process—three movements that mirror how growth unfolds in every vineyard and in every life: Dig, Grace, and Care.
1. Dig — Understanding the Roots
Every vineyard begins with the soil. Before growth can happen, I take time to understand what’s beneath the surface—your story, patterns, and the pain or pressures that have shaped your life. This part of the process isn’t about judgment or diagnosis; it’s about compassion and curiosity. Together, we dig thoughtfully to uncover root issues and begin to see the connections between your experiences, emotions, and values. When we slow down and look closely, we prepare the ground for something new to grow—a life rooted in awareness, honesty, and hope.
2. Grace — Nurturing Growth
When a tree struggles to bear fruit, the impulse is often to remove it. But as in Luke 13:6–9, grace means pausing long enough to nurture what still has life. This stage focuses on healing through understanding and skill—applying evidence-based therapies like ACT and CBT, grounded in faith and compassion. Grace allows room for mistakes, learning, and change. It’s the season where insight becomes growth, where new habits and spiritual truths begin to take root. Grace is both the fertilizer and the invitation: a chance to grow at a pace that honors your story.
3. Care — Tending What Matters
Care, to me, is about showing up with intention. It’s the space where insight turns into daily practice and growth becomes part of your rhythm. In this stage, we focus on tending what matters—staying connected to your values, relationships, and the parts of life that give meaning. Care is not about striving for perfection or staying in control; it’s about being present with what’s here and responding with compassion. Together, we’ll continue to shape the habits, boundaries, and perspectives that help you live from a grounded place, even as life shifts and changes around you.
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