Synopsis

This course will equip Christians with biblical foundations and skills for effective Christian counselling. Participants will consider a biblical view of humanity, how problems develop, how people change and grow, and the importance of the work of the Holy Spirit. Participants will learn a framework for the lay counselling journey and develop basic counselling skills in active listening and ways to provide helpful responses. The course will discuss what it means to provide a Christ-centred conversation, the role of prayer, and the use of Scripture. Practical ways to respond to common issues impacting one’s emotional, relational, and psychological health will be studied, with case examples on applying a biblical understanding to managing stress, anxiety, anger, grief, and relational conflicts.

Biodata

Mrs Chao-Koh Ai Jin is Lead Counsellor at Revive Counselling. A registered clinical counsellor and clinical supervisor with the Singapore Association for Counselling, she has a M.Soc.Sc in Counselling from Edith Cowan University and a MA in Theology (Recovery Ministry) from Fuller Theological Seminary. Ai Jin is passionate about counselling and Christian ministry, and has previously worked as a clinical counsellor in church settings for over a decade. Her current focus includes integrating faith and counselling, trauma recovery, marital and family counselling, parent education, supervision and training to counsellors. Ai Jin is married to Rev Dr Bernard Chao, a Methodist minister and lecturer at TTC, and they have three children.