Healing/Counseling Resources
The Bible affirms on many occasions the importance of seeking counsel. When making plans or if lacking wisdom, it is wise to seek the Lord as well as a competent counselor (see Psalm 139:23-24; Proverbs 11:14; 15:22; 20:18; James 1:5; John 14:26). God is the healer, and He frequently uses His servants to facilitate the healing process. The Shepherd of the Hills staff and ministries regularly make referrals to professional Christian counselors when more than brief pastoral counseling is needed. It is our hope that this information will be helpful to you as you pursue your healing journey.

Shepherd of the Hills refers to a variety of mental health professionals, but the referrals identified in this resource list do not necessarily imply a complete endorsement by Shepherd of the Hills.
We pray that God's peace, comfort and wisdom will bring great blessings to you as you seek His healing and guidance. If additional assistance is desired in the referral process, please contact Pastor Vera Johnson or Pastor Nathan Thompson at 651-483-5419.

Arden Woods Psychological Services, P.A.
900 Long Lake Rd. Suite #320
New Brighton, MN 55112
(651) 482-9361
Tom Hainlen, Psy.D., L.P.
Marilyn Mast, M.S., L.M.F.T.
Carol Morgan, M.Ed., M.A., L.P.
Steve Sandage, Ph.D., L.P.
www.ardenwoodspsych.com

Bachmann and Associates
8669 Eagle Point Boulevard
Lake Elmo, MN 55042

1500 McAndrews Road West, Suite 201
Burnsville, MN 55337
(952) 892-8495

The Center for Christian Psychological Services, P.A.
2780 Snelling Ave. North, Suite #104
Roseville, MN 55113
(651) 633-5290
Steve Wiese, M.S., M.Div., L.P.
www.tccps.com

Nystrom & Associates, Ltd.
Brighton Professional Building
1900 Silver Lake Road, Suite #110
New Brighton, MN 55112
(651) 628-9566
Brian Nystrom, L.I.C.S.W., L.M.F.T.
Dorothy Wintz, M.A., L.P.
www.nystromcounseling.com

Community and Other Resources:

After Hours Counseling Service
(nationwide, fee-for-service program offering phone counseling service after business hours for employee assistance programs, mental health clinics and public agencies) 612-852-2214
Center for Grief (support groups) 651-641-0177
The Crisis Hotline (24-hour crisis phone line) 612-379-6363
Eagle's Wings (homosexuality issues) 612-781-4110
FamiLink (community resources) 952-975-0444
First Call for Help (community resources) 651-291-0211
Focus on the Family (resources and national referrals) 1-800-232-6459
Hazelden Treatment Center (chemical dependency) 651-213-4000
Love Lines Crisis Center (crisis hotline) 612-379-1199
The Men's Line
(24-hour phone line for men and others who wish to discuss issues of abuse and violence) 612-379-6367
Minnesota Teen Challenge (chemical dependency) 612-373-3366
New Life Family Services (crisis pregnancy) 612-866-7643
New Life Ministries (resources and national referrals) 1-800-639-5433
Peacemaking Ministry (conflict resolution) 952-224-3149
Teen Education Program
(provides teens with access to mental health info and crisis counseling) 612-852-2223
The Workline (24-hour phone line for MFIP members moving from Welfare to work) 612-852-2225
*Not all of the Community resources listed are Christ-centered. Inquirers will need to screen the desired resource to their own satisfaction.