A Christian Chaplain Is Not a Counselor or Therapist

Christian chaplain providing pastoral care through prayer and spiritual presence, not counseling or therapy.

Is a Christian chaplain a counselor or therapist? A Christian chaplain is not a counselor or therapist. This page exists to provide clear, biblical, and public facing clarification about what chaplaincy is and what it is not. Many people searching for chaplain services ask whether a chaplain functions as a counselor, therapist, or mental health … Read more