The Call

To Counsel

OUR MISSION

To provide education and training opportunities for Christian counselors, leaders, and paraprofessionals to enhance their mental health counseling competencies.

Our Services

We offer telemental health services, clinical supervision, and professional consultation to support Christian counselors and faith-based organizations.

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Our Virtual Courses

Comprehensive training programs designed for independent learners seeking to enhance their clinical mental health counseling competencies.

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Network of Soul Care Providers

We are an international Family of Theocentric providers responding to the Call to Comfort. We are a support system for those who are called to comfort. We are licensed mental health counselors, pastoral counselors, psychologists, educators, trainers, ministers, and pastors. Our affiliates are worldwide.

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ABOUT NCCI

Welcome to the National Christian Counselor Institute

The National Christian Counselor Institute (NCCI) is dedicated to equipping Christian counselors, pastors, educators, and mental health professionals with the knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, faith-informed care.

We bridge the gap between clinical excellence and spiritual guidance, helping practitioners integrate mind, body, spirit, and healthy relationships into their counseling approach. Our training programs are designed for independent learners seeking to deepen their competencies in clinical mental health counseling while honoring their faith-based calling.

Empowering Minds, Changing Lives, Shaping Futures

Our Network

Join our community of faith-informed mental health professionals dedicated to integrating clinical excellence with spiritual guidance. Transform lives through compassionate, Theocentric counseling.

Empowering Minds for a Better Tomorrow

Our comprehensive training programs equip Christian counselors, ministers, and mental health professionals with the clinical skills and spiritual foundation needed to provide exceptional care. All courses offer 3 credits equivalency and are designed for flexible, self-paced learning. Whether you’re seeking foundational knowledge or advanced specialized training, our courses prepare you to make a meaningful impact.

Religion and Spiritual Integrative Practices in Mental Health Counseling

This course will guide participants in reconceptualizing integrative practices in clinical mental health counseling through

Ethics & Legislative Compliance

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the ethical principles and legislative frameworks that govern

Diagnosis & Treatment Planning

This course provides a comprehensive framework for evaluating patient health, formulating accurate diagnoses, and developing

Clinical Supervision

This course explores the key concepts, benefits, and principles of clinical supervision. Clinical supervision is

Counseling Diverse Populations

This course explores the cultural, social, and systemic factors influencing counseling practices with diverse populations.

Solution-Focused Counseling

This course provides an in-depth exploration of solution-focused therapy (SFT), a strengths based and goal-oriented

Psychopharmacology for Counselors

This course explores the principles of psychopharmacology and their application in clinical mental health counseling.

Human Sexuality

This course provides a comprehensive examination of human sexuality from biological, psychological, sociocultural, and ethical

Field Experience in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

This course provides hands-on training bridging theory and practice in real-world settings.

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
NIV

Knowledge Will Bring You the Opportunity to Make a Difference

Our comprehensive training programs prepare you to provide exceptional mental health care rooted in faith. Whether you’re seeking clinical supervision, professional development, or specialized courses, NCCI equips you with the tools to make a lasting impact in your community.

Telemental Health Services

Secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth services providing compassionate, faith-informed mental health support from the comfort of your home.

Clinical Supervision

Professional tele-mental health clinical supervision for residents practicing in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

Professional Consultation

Expert guidance for church leaders developing counseling ministries and counselors starting mental health practices in their communities.

Virtual Courses

Comprehensive online courses designed for independent learners seeking to enhance their clinical mental health counseling competencies.

Explore Our Services

From telemental health and clinical supervision to professional consultation, we offer comprehensive support for Christian mental health professionals and faith-based organizations. Let us help you on your journey.