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Welcome to GrumlawBiblical Counseling

We are so glad you’ve taken this important step toward seeking counsel grounded in God’s Word. We understand that life often brings seasons of difficulty, uncertainty, and change. At Grumlaw, we care deeply about you and consider it a privilege to walk alongside you, offering biblical encouragement, wisdom, and hope.

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What we believe
At Grumlaw, we believe the Bible is God’s perfect, sufficient, and authoritative Word to His creation. Scripture is sufficient for life and godliness and our final authority for faith, life, and practice. It provides everything we need to know on how to live in a way that honors and pleases God. Through its truth, the Bible guides our steps, shapes our hearts, corrects our thinking, and brings hope and healing to our souls as we faithfully apply its teachings to our lives.
All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.
2 Timothy 3:16
Our goal
The goal of our counseling ministry is to help people grow in Christlikeness. Jesus is our perfect example for navigating life’s joys, complexities, and hardships. In every pressure, challenge, and hardship, Jesus submitted to the will of God, demonstrating that obedience leads to victory. As followers of Christ, we are called to walk in the same pattern of trusting obedience. While relief from pain, hardship, and suffering is desired, it is not the ultimate goal of biblical counseling. God’s greater purpose is to conform us to the image of Christ as we faithfully respond to Him in every circumstance. As we take steps of obedience, we grow in spiritual maturity, glorify God, and experience the lasting hope and joy that come from walking in His ways. In biblical counseling, obedience is the win!
For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in his steps.
1 Peter 2:21
What to expect
In counseling, you and your counselor will prayerfully work together, relying on the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the truth of God’s Word. Together, you will seek to discern God’s truth, identify and replace unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior with biblical patterns that honor God.
Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God — truly righteous and holy.
Ephesians 4:22–24
Our counselors
At Grumlaw, the Bible is our ultimate authority. Therefore, our counselors are trained and certified through organizations that share our unwavering commitment to the sufficiency and authority of Scripture. Because of this steadfast commitment, you can be confident that the counsel you receive will be grounded in God’s Word, centered on the gospel, and focused on helping you grow in Christlikeness.
Because our ministry is devoted to biblical counseling, our counselors are not licensed psychologists, psychiatrists, or clinical social workers. Rather, they serve as trained biblical counselors who provide Christ-centered, Scripture-based care and discipleship.
Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth.
2 Timothy 2:15
Cost
Grumlaw Biblical Counseling is a ministry of Grumlaw Church. Our fee is $50 per session, which helps cover the costs of our counseling ministry. However, we never want cost to stand in the way of someone seeking help. If this fee is a challenge, please reach out — we are committed to walking alongside you and can work with you to determine a cost that is affordable for you.
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Our counselorsThe people whowalk alongside you

Melissa Miller

Biblical Counselor

Melissa has been part of the Grumlaw staff since the church began in 2018, serving first as the Connect Groups Director and later as the Next Steps Director. Through those years of ministry, God developed in her a growing desire to walk more intentionally alongside people in the struggles of life and point them to the hope and truth found in His Word. That desire ultimately led her to pursue biblical counseling.
Melissa earned her Master’s degree in Biblical Counseling from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. She is passionate about the sufficiency of Scripture and the ministry of the local church, and considers it a privilege to walk alongside others as they seek to understand their circumstances through a biblical lens, grow in their relationship with Christ, and become more like Him.
Melissa and her husband, Mark, have been married for 29 years. Together, they have three children — two adult children and a daughter who is still in high school. Melissa is grateful for the ways God has used both family and ministry to deepen her love for Christ, His Word, and His people.
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Nathan Callaghan

Biblical Counselor

Nathan earned his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Moody Theological Seminary, where he completed his practicum at Intersessions Counseling Center. He is also a member of the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC) and is currently pursuing certification with the organization.
After nearly 27 years working as an electrical engineer in the automotive industry, Nathan sensed God leading him in a new direction and left the industry to pursue counseling. He has a particular heart for counseling men and also enjoys working with couples and families.
Nathan believes that God’s Word provides the truth, wisdom, and hope needed to address the struggles of life. He is passionate about the sufficiency of Scripture and the ministry of the local church and considers it a privilege to come alongside others with compassion and truth as they seek to understand their circumstances biblically, grow in their relationship with Christ, and become more like Him.
Nathan and his wife have a blended family of seven. He enjoys studying Scripture, prayer, and conversations about theology and philosophy that encourage believers to sharpen one another in their walk with Christ (Proverbs 27:17). Outside of ministry, Nathan enjoys being outdoors, particularly cycling, cross-country skiing, running, and fly fishing.
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