National Christian Counselors Association
Religious InstitutionsFlorida, United States11-50 Employees
The National Christian Counselors Association is a non-profit professional organization based in Sarasota, Florida, that trains, certifies, and licenses Christian counselors. Its constituency includes ministers, counselors, testing specialists, medical doctors, attorneys, and educators, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to faith-based counseling. Established in 1981, the association emphasizes aligning counseling practices with Christian doctrine, aiming to support Christians who believe they are called to ministry in this field. As part of the religious institutions sector, it positions itself as a specialized entity that provides credentialing and education within a faith-centered framework. The organization focuses on enabling practitioners to integrate spiritual principles with counseling, addressing needs of individuals seeking ministry-oriented mental health support.