Open-minded Christian Therapists
If you are reading this page, we understand you are either are seeking Christian Counseling or you may feel uncomfortable that we offer this service.
If you are nervous or uncomfortable that Inspire offers this service, we understand. Please know that Inspire was founded on the principle of love and respect. We never will “push” our personal beliefs with any guest. We are proud to serve and respect ALL faiths and beliefs. Our faith-based services are for those who want it, and request it.
If you are looking for a Christian therapist or Christian Counseling, we are happy to offer this service to you. Christian Counseling is a way to seek support with the healing power of faith, wisdom, and connection to God.
What is Christian Counseling? How is it different than traditional counseling?
Christian Counseling sessions are very similar to traditional sessions using clinical tools for things such as anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, relationship stress. However, there are additional resources of faith, scripture, and God available to support growth and healing. These resources add wisdom, nurturing, deeper understanding, and peace to traditional sessions.
Meet the Therapists offering Christian Counseling
Insurances accepted include: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, UnitedBehaviorHealthCare, Humana, Aetna
Lauren Schifferdecker, MA, LCPC, Founder & Owner
Lauren is a life-long Christian. Her faith and involvement in the Church are core values in her life. She speaks and has led several Women’s Retreats, Women’s Council Meetings, Youth Groups, and supports leaders within the Church.
Lauren knows the healing power of prayer, faith, and connection to God. She attended private Christian schools K-8. During her foundational years, she learning how to use the Bible and scripture for healing, wisdom and life-lessons. In her adult life, Lauren attends Church weekly, participates in Bible studies, and is a leader for her Women’s Guild.
Becky Freeman-Murray, MA LCPC
Becky combines 25+ years of clinical counseling experience with a lifetime of personal faith. Becky has seen the redemptive power of God and faith in difficult times.
She is proud to help her clients challenge rigid beliefs, grow in their understanding of God, and courageously live by faith.
From her own marriage and motherhood (of now adult children), she understands many of life’s challenges, which makes her approach to faith and counseling very “real” and “down to earth.”
Becky believes that facing our struggles is the key to learning and living an excellent life.
Paige Swan, MA, LPCEarly Adolescents (12-13), Middle Adolescents (14-17), Late Adolescents/College (18-21), and Young Adults (20-30), Adults
Paige Swan
Paige graduated from Trinity Christian College, which was recognized by U.S. News and World Report on several of its “best” lists for 2022, including among the Top 20 Regional Colleges Midwest and #15 for social mobility.
Trinity Christian College doesn’t just change lives—their graduates go on to change the world. And the life-changing value of a Trinity education shines through Paige’s attitude and work.
Lindsay Rowell, MA, AMFT
Lindsay is grounded in her faith and love for Jesus. Her lifelong journey and relationship with Christ overflow to the relationships in her personal and professional life. She knows firsthand how life turmoils can challenge a person’s faith or relationship with God.
Lindsay loves to infuse the therapeutic process with praying and scripture to aid individuals in strengthening their faith through learning biblical wisdom and embracing Christ’s unconditional love. Wherever you are at in your spiritual journey, Lindsay will be with you as you navigate, challenge, and strengthen your faith through truth and therapeutic healing.”
Lauren Madden
Lauren’s upbringing has been rooted in the Christian faith, further reinforced by attending private religious-based schools and universities. Lauren has attended Trinity and Calvin College for undergrad and Wheaton College for her graduate degree.
Lauren’s graduate work emphasized counseling through a bio-psycho-social-spiritual model, emphasizing healing of the whole person in a broken world. In the journey of therapy, Lauren focuses on the collaborative relationship, believing one the best things about therapy is getting to “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn”.
Devin Shepard, MS, LSW
Devin’s faith is a cornerstone of his character and life. Most of Devin’s life has been dedicated to volunteering and helping others in need. He’s taught theology classes, led retreats, and led his freshman basketball team on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic.
Devin spent a year volunteering counseling services as an Americorps. Before that, he started a homeless outreach program with weekly service for 2 years. He was awarded the “National Sigma Chi Mark V. Anderson Character-In-Action” leadership award.
Most of all, you can instantly feel Devin’s warmth, care, kindness and dedication to helping others, the moment you meet him. He is truly a man living out his faith in a daily, “walk the walk” kind of way.
To book an appointment call (847) 919-9096 ext. 1 or email hello@inspirecounselingcenter.com.
**Please Note: Not all therapists at Inspire Counseling Center offer Christian Counseling. Every therapist at Inspire respects ALL religions and beliefs. Unless requested by the client, therapists will conduct traditional, clinical counseling and will not share their personal beliefs in the counseling process.
