The life and teachings of Jesus Christ compel us to follow Him in reaching out to people in need. At Bethany Christian Assembly, we are committed to doing everything possible to mobilize our church in Matthew 25 ministry. This great passage of Scripture instructs us to be ready for Christ's return, to invest our resources wisely, and to care for the "least of these" in our society.
We have intensified our focus on fulfilling Christ's command with the Compassion Everett Counseling Center. The fundamental values that guide this mission are:
- Respecting the strengths of people and the complexity of human problems.
- Training leaders in an effort to improve their congregational care.
- Incorporating theology with therapeutic tools to enhance the renewal of one's mind, the removal of obstacles, and the encouragement of individual service to God.
It is our sincere desire to serve you or someone you know through the power of this network.
Chuck Kinman, PhD, LMFT
In a personal and caring fashion, Pastor Kinman will help you to develop strength in yourself and satisfaction in your relationships. His educational background and pastoral orientation insure high quality counseling. He works with you to develop plans and strategies that best fit your needs, resources, and goals. Ordained and licensed with the NW District of the Assemblies of God since 1985, he now serves as Director of Counseling. He has been married for over 37 years and has two married children and three grandchildren.
Dr. Kinman applies methods of SYSTEMS THERAPY through the NARRATIVE and EMOTIONAL focused models; he considers not just the individual but how the individual functions in his or her system of relationship.
Education
- PhD Organizational Leadership Studies, Gonzaga University
Post Graduate Residency, Presbyterian Counseling Services - MA Systematic theology, Fuller theological Seminary, Counseling & Sociology emphasis
- BA Pastoral Ministries, NW University, Biblical Literature & Language emphasis
Individuals, Couples, Family
- Family communication skills
- Methods for conflict resolution
- Help in relationship with God
- Pre-marital counseling
- Coping with depression
- Assistance with grief over death, adultery or divorce
- Assistance in recovery from trauma, addiction, abuse, and the impact each has on a family.
- Career planning or strategy
Pre-Marital Counseling
Pre-marriage preparation is based on the reality that it's important to strengthen your relationship and prepare constructively for future challenges and conflicts that everyone will inevitably face at some point in their marriage. Good, process and relational based pre-marriage education can reduce the risk of divorce by up to 35% and lead to a significantly happier marriage. The typical complex marriage of today really requires that couples have very strong, well-established abilities to communicate, resolve issues, maintain mutuality and set goals.
We offer to explore with you areas that research has shown to contribute to the success and endurance of marriage:
- Relational Process
Building block of relationship. - Communication Styles
Four areas: (1) Timing, (2) skills of listening and the expression of emotional honesty, (3) discernment of belief systems, and (4) establishing connections of meaning -- (this includes the perception of both parties about female voice inclusion). - Conflict Resolution Methods
Examination of the meaning of conflict generated through life as well as explore techniques for problem solving. - Alignment of Values
Relational beliefs and hopes for this life and the next; includes relationship with Lord, life values about marriage, children, finances, etc. - Expectations of Behavior
Focusing on gender issues and power differentials. - Families-of-Origin
Unpacking the family story to uncover learned patterns of coping, emotional constructs, and undiscovered behavior traits. - Temperament Testing
Kersey Temperament Sorter test is currently being used. However, we are exploring other resources. - Intimacy and Sexuality
A brief theology of sex is discussed and the couple can pursue to the degree they wish to explore. - Long-term Goals
This involves exploring the individual’s perception of his or her partner’s goals, dreams and hopes by using methods of circular questioning. - Assessment of Trauma
If one or both member has experienced a traumatic, life threatening event, then an assessment of impact on relational resonance is accomplished.
Pre-Marital Counseling
The typical marriage of today requires that couples have very strong, well established abilities to communicate, resolve issues, maintain mutuality, and set goals. Research shows that relational based pre-marriage education can reduce the risk of divorce by up to thirty percent and lead to a significantly happier marriage. Compassion Everett Counseling Center of BCA offers a 4 week package at a reduced price where couples can choose from 10 different pre-marital topics based upon their needs and interests. For more information, pick up a pamphlet at the Information Center or contact Pastor Chuck Kinman at 425.339.3303, extension 106.
Michelle Langstraat, MA, LMHCA
Michelle graduated with her BA in psychology from City University in 2008 and graduated with her masters in counseling psychology from Northwest University in 2011. She and her husband of 23+ years have four kids from the ages of 12-20.
Michelle is passionate about helping bring healing and change to peoples’ lives so they can be the person God intended them to be. She feels it is her job to facilitate this process for the individual or family. Michelle does this by creating an emotionally safe environment where the individual feels heard and understood as they move together towards their goals.
Michelle’s areas of focus include children, teens, individuals and families for:
- Child Behavior difficulties
- Anger management
- Cutting
- Anxiety in kids
- Marriage difficulties
- Sexual and physical assault
- Abandonment issues
Michelle brings experience in working with children affected with behavior problems, ADHD, Autism, sexual assault and other childhood issues. She works with children using different modes of play therapy and Cognitive Behavioral therapy. She looks forward to working with parents and their child to create a positive therapeutic experience for all. Additionally, Michelle has experience working with teens in crisis from physical and sexual abuse, as well as other teen issues.
Michelle finds it a privilege to work with clients and has developed a great respect for those who are willing to look deeper inside themselves to gain a new understanding of who they are. Each person brings a unique perspective into the therapeutic process; therefore, therapy is tailored for each client to help facilitate their journey and growth.