Faith-Based Counseling Services

Be Still Counseling offers compassionate, client-centered therapy that is anchored in Christian values to support your healing journey.

Begin Healing

Experience life-changing healing and lasting peace with therapy that integrates your faith and addresses the root of your mental health concerns.

Meet Andrew

Andrew Phinney, LCSW, is a Maine-based psychotherapist who integrates Catholic/Christian principles into his practice. With specialized training in EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), Andrew brings deep experience and compassion into every client-clinician relationship. Andrew is accepting new clients on a case-by-case basis.

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Meet Ashley

Ashley St. Jean is a graduate student attending the University of Mary in Bismarck studying clinical mental health counseling with a concentration in Catholic anthropology. Before starting the University of Mary, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rivier University. She also has 8-years as a children’s case manager. She is completing her graduate internship under the supervision of Andrew Phinney, LCSW. Ashley is accepting new clients immediately.

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Christian Counseling Services

Are you hurting from past psychological wounds? Do your mental health concerns interfere with your quality of life? Are you motivated to begin the healing process? At Be Still Counseling, you will feel seen, heard, and validated. You can achieve deeper and more meaningful healing by incorporating your Christian beliefs into evidence-based psychotherapeutic practices.

  • Increased Peace

    Experience increased emotional regulation, finding peace and balance amid life's stresses.

  • Heal Old Wounds

    Heal from past relationships, release old wounds, and build healthier interpersonal connections.

  • Gain Self-Worth

    Gain a better understanding of your self-worth, anchored in your faith, leading to improved self-esteem.

  • Release Burdens

    Live more freely after quieting negative, life-disrupting mental health symptoms.

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Why Choose Be Still Counseling?

Andrew believes in going at the speed of trust. Therapy sessions are scheduled every week or every other week to prioritize your health. Healing is a journey, and Be Still Counseling is committed to helping you for as long as it takes.

  • Catholic/Christian Belief System: Walking alongside someone who speaks and lives your Christian faith is powerful. At Be Still Counseling, all faith backgrounds are welcome. 

  • Relationship-Centric Approach: Be Still Counseling offers therapy focused solely on you and your needs. 

  • Authenticity and Trust: Be yourself without fear of judgment. Therapy is a safe place to share, grow, and heal.

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Nurture Your Mental and Emotional Well-being

Be Still Counseling takes a faith-based, evidence-grounded, relationship-first approach to help with the following mental and emotional health concerns. 

  • Abandonment

  • Anxiety

  • Behavioral issues

  • Depression

  • Dissociation

  • Faith issues

  • Family conflict

  • Grief

  • Life transitions

  • PTSD

  • Scrupulosity

  • Self-esteem

  • Trauma

  • I feel affirmed and supported and heard

    “The last session we had was freeing to me. I feel affirmed and supported and heard. It was a great consolation. Thank you for that. Working with you is a blessing!”

  • He has seen me at my best, and at my worst.

    "Andrew does a phenomenal job at tailoring each session to my needs of that given week. He has seen me at my best, and at my worst. Regardless of the context surrounding my appointment, I always leave feeling focused and validated."

  • I feel a lot better

    "This has been very helpful. I feel a lot better, and I really appreciate it"

We prioritize trust in the client-clinician relationship, so our clients’ experiences are confidential. We are grateful that these clients have agreed to share their feedback anonymously. 

Begin Your Journey to Healing

Get in Touch

Schedule a complimentary 15-minute call.  

Meet Your Therapist

We will discuss your mental health needs and goals. 

Begin Healing

Therapy is a journey, and we look forward to helping you heal.

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