Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Biblical Counseling and Training Services
Founded in 1989, our center has dedicated over three decades to providing compassionate, biblically grounded counseling and training. Our team of experienced counselors holds advanced degrees from accredited seminaries and brings over 200,000 combined hours of counseling experience. We offer both in-person and online sessions to address marriage conflicts, mental health struggles, addiction, and other life challenges through a faith-based framework.Our training programs have equipped over 12,000 individuals and 30,000 counselees globally, emphasizing practical application of scripture for lasting change. We maintain flexible fee structures to ensure accessibility while upholding rigorous professional standards through partnerships with ACBC certification. Our Launch program helps churches establish sustainable counseling ministries with tailored training and ongoing support.
Services
Biblical Counseling
Marriage Counseling
Online Counseling
Counselor Training
Church Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Over 35 years of biblically grounded counseling experience
- ACBC-certified counselors with advanced theological degrees
- Flexible online and in-person counseling options available
- Proven training programs for individuals and churches
- Financial assistance available for those in need
Associations and certifications
- Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC)
What people say
Life-changing guidance
Biblically sound advice
Genuine compassion
Practical solutions
Spiritual growth
Services
Biblical Counseling
Our counseling services integrate scriptural principles with professional techniques to address emotional, relational, and spiritual struggles. Counselors work with individuals facing depression, anxiety, addiction, and family conflicts through personalized treatment plans. Sessions focus on applying biblical truths to achieve lasting personal transformation while maintaining professional ethical standards.
Marriage Counseling
Specialized counseling helps couples rebuild relationships through biblical conflict resolution and communication strategies. Our 10-session challenge addresses common issues like infidelity, financial stress, and intimacy problems. Counselors guide couples in developing Christ-centered relationship patterns and practical problem-solving techniques tailored to their specific challenges.
Counselor Training
Comprehensive training programs develop effective biblical counselors through foundational courses and certification tracks. Students learn to address contemporary issues using scriptural frameworks through online self-paced courses and live instruction. Programs meet ACBC certification requirements and include practical observation components for professional development.
Church Partnerships
Launch partnership program equips churches to establish sustainable counseling ministries through customized training and resources. Includes 60+ video lessons, implementation guides, and ongoing support for developing lay counseling teams. Helps churches build outreach programs that combine spiritual growth with practical life application.
Online Counseling
Secure video counseling connects clients with certified counselors nationwide through HIPAA-compliant platforms. Services include individual, marriage, and family counseling accessible from any location. Maintains the same biblical foundation and professional standards as in-person sessions with flexible scheduling options.
People
Dr. Ron Allchin
Founder
With over 25,000 counseling hours, Dr. Allchin established BCC in 1989 to provide biblically grounded counseling. He holds a Doctorate in Ministry and has trained thousands through ACBC-certified programs while developing church partnership initiatives.
Sherry Allchin
Director of Online School
Co-founder with 25,000+ counseling hours, Sherry leads BCC's online education programs. She holds an MA in Biblical Counseling and has developed training curricula used in church partnerships across North America.
Dr. Tim Allchin
Senior Counselor
Doctor of Ministry graduate specializing in biblical counseling, Tim provides direct client services and supervises counseling teams. He contributes to curriculum development and counselor certification programs.
Colleen Ryan
Counselor
ACBC-certified counselor with dual master's degrees in psychology and Christian counseling. She specializes in women's issues and has contributed to BCC's training materials while maintaining active counseling practice.
Esther St. John
Bilingual Counselor
ACBC-certified bilingual counselor with advanced degrees from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. She provides Spanish-language counseling services and develops cross-cultural training programs for church partnerships.
Questions
What makes biblical counseling different from secular counseling?
Our approach uniquely integrates scriptural principles with professional techniques to address issues through a faith-based perspective while maintaining clinical standards.
Do I need to be a Christian to receive counseling?
We welcome everyone regardless of faith background and have helped many clients explore spiritual questions during their counseling journey.
How long does counseling typically last?
Most clients complete 10-16 sessions over 4-5 months with weekly sessions initially transitioning to biweekly meetings.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
We offer evening hours at our Chicagoland locations but have limited weekend availability for in-person sessions.
Can I get counseling if I live outside Illinois?
Yes, our secure online video counseling serves clients nationwide through HIPAA-compliant platforms.
What training options exist for churches?
Our Launch partnership provides customized church counseling programs including training materials, implementation support, and ongoing consultation.
