"The wise seek counsel."
Proverbs 12:15

Dr. Joan C. Bowers is the President and Founder of Christian Counseling Concepts which began ten years ago. A Bachelor of Theology and Master of Christian Counseling degrees have been earned from Christian International College and Graduate School, and is currently a doctoral candidate in her field. She has also received an Honorary Doctor of Divinity Degree from Teamwork Bible College for her work in ministry and counseling and has authored a book, “Christian Counseling Concepts”.

The American Society of Christian Therapists has certified her as a Christian Marriage and Family Therapist and a Pastoral Counselor. She is also a Board Certified Christian Counselor with the International Board of Christian Counselors, and a charter member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.

 With her rich background of studies and practical clinical experience, Dr. Bowers offers short term therapy using sound psychological and scriptural guidelines aiming at resolution with empathy and understanding.

Dr. Bowers lives with her husband of 43 years Robert W. Bowers, President and Founder of Hands for Christ. They have two married children who have blessed them with six lovely grandchildren, all of whom live nearby in Roanoke, VA.