Churches

Partnering with churches for healthier pastors, leaders, and congregations.

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CentrePointe Counseling is here for your whole church family, the individuals, couples, and families in your congregation, and the pastors, clergy, leaders, and organizations who shepherd them. For members, we provide Christ-centered counseling for whatever season of life you’re walking through. For church leaders of all denominations, we’re a trusted resource for healthy patterns, organizational development, and spiritual growth.

FOR MEMBERS OF THE CONGREGATION: whether you are navigating grief, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or a major life transition, our licensed Christian counselors offer a supportive, faith-integrated environment for your healing journey. Members of CentrePointe’s partner churches receive priority scheduling and may qualify for subsidized counseling fees.

CentrePointe Counseling Locations

Search the map to find the location nearest you, or scroll down to browse all of our sites across Maryland and DC.

Ellicott City
Covenant Church
4550 Centennial Ln
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Laurel
Hope Baptist Church
8801 Stephens Rd
Laurel, MD 20723
Fulton
New Hope Adventist Church
12350 Hall Shop Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
Ashton
Christ Community Church of Ashton
17826 New Hampshire Ave
Ashton, MD 20861
Beltsville
First Baptist Church of Beltsville
4700 Odell Rd
Beltsville, MD 20705
Counselor Application Welcome
Owings Mills
Liberty Church PCA
11301 Liberty Rd
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Counselor Application Welcome
Bowie
Crestill Church
6510 Laurel Bowie Rd
Bowie, MD 20715
Clarksburg
Greenridge Baptist Church
21925 Frederick Rd
Boyds, MD 20841
Counselor Application Welcome
Washington, DC
National Community Church
700 M Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
Dunkirk
Dunkirk Baptist Church
11275 Southern Maryland Blvd
Dunkirk, MD 20754
Glen Burnie
FAITH Glen Burnie
7378 E Furnace Branch Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Gambrills
Faith Community Church
1306 Riedel Rd
Gambrills, MD 21054
Baltimore
Furman L. Templeton Preparatory Academy
1200 Pennsylvania Ave
Baltimore, MD 21217
Olney
Oakdale Church
3425 Emory Church Rd
Olney, MD 20832
Olney
Olney Seventh-day Adventist Church
4100 Olney Laytonsville Rd
Olney, MD 20832
Parkville
Parkville Baptist Church
3309 Taylor Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
Rockville
Redland Baptist Church
6922 Muncaster Mill Rd
Rockville, MD 20855
Bel Air
Calvary Baptist Church
206 Courtland Pl
Bel Air, MD 21014
Counselor Application Welcome
Conowingo
Conowingo Baptist Church
151 Rock Springs Rd
Conowingo, MD 21918
Counselor Application Welcome
Knoxville
Faith Baptist Church
2212 Jefferson Pike
Knoxville, MD 21758
Counselor Application Welcome
Frederick
First Baptist Church of Frederick
7040 Bowers Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
Counselor Application Welcome
Fulton
Grace Community Church
8200 Old Columbia Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
Counselor Application Welcome
Boonsboro
Greenbrier Baptist Church
20810 National Pike
Boonsboro, MD 21713
Counselor Application Welcome
Middle River
Middle River Baptist Church
610 Middle River Rd
Middle River, MD 21220
Counselor Application Welcome
Derwood
Derwood Bible Church
16011 Chieftain Ave
Derwood, MD 20855
Severn
The Church at Severn Run
8187 Telegraph Rd
Severn, MD 21144

Our Services

Coaching for
Church Planters
Clergy
Leadership Groups
Conflict
Mediation
Critical Incident
Debriefing
Leadership
Assessments
Seminars &
Workshops
Individual &
Family Therapy
Premarital &
Couples Counseling

Resources we use include:

Mediation Training through the Lombard Peace Institute
Organizational Development from the Alban Institute
CISM model for Critical Incident Debriefing
Safe Church Program (child/youth safety policies)
Leadership Assessments using Myers-Briggs Inventory
A Ministry Partner You Can Trust

Proven care for the people your church loves

~14,000
Counseling Sessions
held each year
~800
Clients Served
every year
20+
Insurance Plans
accepted
4.5/5.0
Average Rating
from our clients
50
Years of Service
in ministry

Making a Referral

Pastors, ministry leaders, and congregation members are all welcome to reach out directly. No referral is required to begin.

To arrange a consultation, call
1-800-491-5369, ext. 120.
Our staff will direct clients to one of our convenient locations based on geography, schedule, area of specialty, and insurance considerations.
If health insurance will not cover the session cost, a subsidized fee may be available.
Churches and individuals can assist those in need of help by donating toward their fees.
Some counselors have waiting lists but give priority access to people referred from CentrePointe’s Partnership Churches.

Ministry leaders, congregation members, friends, and family are encouraged to seek counseling when:

The problems are beyond your expertise and the situation requires more time than you can offer.
There is a mental health issue rather than a spiritual issue. However, faith will be valued in the process to promote healing.
The individual has faced an incident that is traumatic or is legal in nature.
If the candidate may cause self-harm, refer them IMMEDIATELY to an emergency room for assessment and treatment.

For Church Communities

Premarital Counseling – Sample:

Scheduled with a professional therapist (daytime/evening/weekend times available)
Three sessions held before the wedding (preparation)
One session held post-wedding (follow-up & maintenance)
Topics include (varies according to the therapist’s assessment of needs):
•Communication skills
•Problem-solving & conflict resolution
•Marital roles & expectations, including sexuality, parenthood, & finances
•Faith & spirituality
•Family of origin issues
•Growth opportunities
•Other topics as needed

With written permission from the engaged couple, the therapist will report to the referring pastor. All counseling is confidential and professional.

Church Partnership Program

CentrePointe’s Church Partnership Program provides Christ-centered counseling, consultation, and resources to churches that want to see real, lasting change take root in their congregations.

Partner churches enter a covenant relationship that supports their clergy and members, and brings hope and healing to the wider community.

Download the Church Partnership Guide (PDF)

Church Partnership Program Benefits

Lectures &
Seminars
Elevated
Access
Additional
Resources

Full benefit details, seminar topics, and covenant terms are in the downloadable guide above.

In the partnership covenant,
the church partner congregation agrees to:

Use CentrePointe as your referral source for counseling, education, consultation, and training.
Promote CentrePointe’s mission through your newsletters, bulletins, visitor packets, and information tables.
Support CentrePointe financially, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving those in need regardless of ability to pay, partner support helps fund care for others.
Remember our staff, board, and clients in prayer, and include CentrePointe in your church’s prayer lists.

If your church is interested in becoming a partner with CentrePointe, please fill out the form below!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer online counseling?

Yes. We offer counseling both in person and through secure online telehealth. Online counseling is available to anyone located in Maryland or Washington, D.C., so you can meet with your counselor from the comfort of home.

What will counseling cost me out of pocket?

It depends on your coverage. We accept most major insurance plans, so for many clients counseling is covered with just a copay. If you're paying out of pocket, our front desk will walk you through your options before your first session — just call (800) 491-5369. We never want cost to be the reason someone can't get help: our Samaritan Fund assists clients with high copays or no insurance, and we do not turn anyone away based on an inability to pay alone.

Do you take my insurance?

We accept most major health plans, including Kaiser Permanente, CareFirst/BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Optum/UnitedHealthcare, Johns Hopkins Health Plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and TriCare. (We do not accept EAP plans.) Not sure about yours? Call (800) 491-5369 and we'll verify your benefits.

What areas do you serve?

We have offices across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia — including Ellicott City, Fulton, Ashton, Clarksburg, Derwood, Olney, Bowie, Dunkirk, Severn, Parkville, and Knoxville. Prefer to meet online? Secure telehealth is available throughout Maryland and D.C. See all of our locations.

Do you partner with churches?

Yes. Through our Church Partnership Program we provide Christ-centered counseling, consultation, lectures and seminars, and priority scheduling for partner congregations. Partner churches enter a covenant relationship with us so we can extend hope and care to their members and wider community. Learn more on our Churches page.

Are you a nonprofit? Can I donate?

Yes — CentrePointe is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry with Platinum Transparency through Candid/GuideStar. Donations are what make affordable, faith-integrated counseling possible, and every gift goes directly toward our mission. You can give on our Giving page.

How are donations used?

Your gifts directly fund counseling for people who couldn't otherwise afford it. The Samaritan Fund subsidizes care for uninsured and underinsured clients, Women Helping Women provides financial aid for women and children in need, and our General Fund helps us expand capacity to serve more churches and families. For example, $50 helps make counseling affordable for an individual client.

What kind of counseling do you offer?

Professional, faith-integrated counseling for individuals, couples, families, children, and teens — for anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, marriage and communication, parenting, and spiritual growth. Our licensed counselors combine clinical excellence with genuine Christian faith.

How do I get started?

It takes just a few minutes. Apply online or call (800) 491-5369 with a little basic information about what you're looking for. We'll match you with a counselor based on your needs, availability, and preferences — no waitlist — and confirm your rate. Then you meet your counselor in person or by secure telehealth, often within the same week.

Is counseling confidential?

Yes. Your privacy matters to us, and conversations with your counselor are kept confidential in keeping with professional and legal standards.