Business Details
31 Years
experience
Professional Christian Counseling & Educational Services in Hickory, NC
Founded in 1995, we established Cornerstone Counseling Center as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a vision to create lasting positive impact through compassionate, effective services rooted in Christian counseling and educational approaches. Our mission addresses the spiritual, psychological, and educational needs of individuals, families, and churches, integrating Scriptural wisdom with psychological expertise to provide holistic care. With over 30 highly trained professionals, we offer individual, marital, family, and group counseling, along with specialized services like EMDR therapy, brain spotting, and psycho-educational assessments.We prioritize accessibility through our Client Assistance Fund, bridging gaps in insurance coverage to ensure care remains available to all. Our commitment to community training, professional development, and student scholarships reflects our dedication to fostering growth, healing, and hope in Hickory, NC, and surrounding areas.
Services
Individual Counseling
Marital Counseling
Family Counseling
Group Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Brain Spotting
Educational Testing
Spiritual Formation
Professional Training
Client Assistance Programs
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We integrate Scriptural wisdom with psychological expertise for holistic healing
- Founded in 1995, we offer decades of experience in Christian counseling
- Client Assistance Fund ensures accessibility for underserved populations
- Team of 30+ licensed counselors with specialized trauma and learning expertise
- Community-focused training programs for churches and professionals
Services
Individual Counseling
Professional one-on-one counseling sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions using evidence-based techniques integrated with Christian principles. Our licensed counselors create personalized treatment plans for adults, adolescents, and children, focusing on emotional healing and spiritual growth through a faith-based framework.
Marital Counseling
Specialized relationship counseling helps couples navigate communication challenges, conflict resolution, and intimacy issues. Our therapists employ biblically grounded approaches to strengthen marriages through improved understanding, emotional connection, and shared spiritual development in a supportive therapeutic environment.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy addresses PTSD and trauma-related disorders by processing distressing memories while integrating Christian coping strategies. This evidence-based approach helps clients achieve emotional healing through structured eight-phase treatment combining psychological techniques with spiritual support.
Educational Testing
Comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations identify learning differences and cognitive abilities for students with academic challenges. Our specialists conduct thorough assessments to develop individualized education plans, combining psychological analysis with faith-based perspectives on student development and potential.
Spiritual Formation
Guided spiritual growth programs integrate Christian teachings with psychological insights to deepen personal faith journeys. These sessions focus on developing Christ-like character traits, enhancing prayer practices, and applying biblical principles to emotional and mental health challenges through personalized spiritual direction.
People
Michael R. Stewart
Executive Director
Licensed counselor with 25+ years of experience in Christian mental health services, overseeing clinical operations and strategic vision for Cornerstone's integrated care model.
Judith B. Stewart
Clinical Director
Licensed therapist specializing in trauma recovery and family systems, directing counseling staff training and maintaining clinical excellence in faith-based therapeutic approaches.
Shirley B. Huffman
Academy Director
Educational leader with expertise in special needs instruction, managing Cornerstone Christian Academy's programs for students with language-based learning differences.
Debbie Hedrick
Administrative Director
Operations manager handling day-to-day administrative functions, ensuring smooth client services and coordinating community outreach initiatives since 2002.
Questions
What counseling approaches do you use?
We integrate evidence-based psychological techniques with Christian principles, including CBT, EMDR, and brain spotting therapies tailored to individual client needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and offer Client Assistance Fund support for those with financial need or limited coverage.
Are services available for children?
Yes, we provide age-appropriate counseling for children and adolescents, including specialized testing for learning differences through our Academy.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our main line at 828-322-4941 during business hours or complete our New Client Application online.
What spiritual training programs exist?
We offer Christian spiritual formation sessions, clergy consultation, and professional training conferences integrating faith with mental health practices.
