As Orthodox therapists, we offer a unique alternative to a
purely psychological understanding of human problems. We believe that the
fullness of healing can be found through the worship, sacraments, and practices
of the Orthodox Christian Church.
Through psychotherapy we are committed to working
with clients to resolve crises, reduce symptoms of common mental health problems, foster new coping and relationship
skills, and nurture personal growth using psychological principles within the
context of the Orthodox faith. In addition, we are committed to assisting clergy in support of their parishioners.
The members of OCCI also offer seminars, lectures and
retreats on a variety of topics that integrate psychology and the faith. They
have been featured speakers on the Orthodox Christian Network, Ancient Faith
Radio and The Center for Family Care Webinars.
It is our prayer
and dream to open a free standing counseling center
in the future that will
offer more services such as
psychiatry, group therapy, and psychological
testing.
OCCI has been supported in the past by grants from the Fr. George Scoulas Memorial Fund and the Novak Family Foundation.
