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The Freedom Center is excited to present Dr. Linda Payne, Licensed Clinical Counselor, and Amelia Smith, Certified Christian Counselor. The cost for counseling varies, see the per one-hour session options below. If you are a member* of CrossPointe Church, please ask about your discount.
We know how difficult life can get, and we are here to walk alongside you and seek freedom.
Professional Christian Counseling
*A “CrossPointe Member” is someone who has completed our StartingPointe Membership Class.
Dr. Linda Payne
My name is Linda Payne. I am a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor, and an Ordained Minister of the Gospel. I graduated with my Doctorate from Ministry International Institute in Powell, Tn., and National Christian Counseling in Sarasota, Fla.
As a Christian Counselor, I believe that many problems can be spiritual in nature, resulting from either not understanding biblical truth or from sinful behavior. I also recognize that personal problems can arise because of physical, social-environmental influences and psychological pressures.
I believe counseling should involve praying about the client’s difficulties and looking to the authority of the bible for guidance, thus building a dependency on God. There is forgiveness for our past, strength for the present, and hope for our future when we trust God for our daily needs and healing for our emotional wounds.
My goal for my clients is to pray for them and trust God to heal and deliver them from their bondages. I will not force religion, but it is the foundation of which I counsel.
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Amelia Smith
My name is Amelia Smith. I am a certified Christian Counselor through the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and the International Board of Christian Care (IBCC). I graduated with my Master's from Southeastern University.
As a Christian Counselor, I believe it is important for people to feel loved and heard right where they are in life and remind them that is exactly what the Lord has been doing.
Although not all problems may appear spiritual, I believe there is a biblical truth to every problem people face, and knowing that truth can begin the healing process.
My goal for clients is to create a peaceful environment where they can share and allow God to heal and redeem their stories and hearts. I will not force religion; however, it is important to know that it is the foundation of my counseling methods.