Pastoral Counseling

Pursuing life in Christ involves facing challenges and pain because of the brokenness of this world. Yet, Scripture indicates that some of our most significant opportunities for spiritual growth come in the midst of the trials and struggles of life. It is our desire to see our people draw near to God as they see the truths of God’s Word come to bear in these hard places. Therefore, Calvary is committed to offering pastoral counseling for individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing a greater need of care and guidance through their unique circumstances. If you are in need of counseling, we encourage you to take this significant step in your journey and reach out to us for help.

Calvary Church seeks to help in the following ways: 

  • Assessment and referral services
  • Individual counseling
  • Marriage counseling
  • Pre-engagement and pre-marital counseling
  • Consultation for helping others

Counseling is available, on a limited basis, to those who are a part of Calvary Church or one of our outreach ministries. Assessment and referral services are available to all.

If you have questions or want to set up an appointment with one of our counselors, contact Judi Brady at 717-509-6242 x278 or   

Meet our Counselors

George May

PASTOR OF COUNSELING & FAMILY MINISTRIES

George May received his MA in Counseling from Missio Seminary in 1994 (then Biblical Theological Seminary) and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. George works primarily with adults and older teens. He loves counseling related to relationships:  marriage, parental coaching, extended family challenges, conflict coaching, or friendship relationships. Other areas of interest include anxiety, depression, addiction, anger, career counseling, men’s issues, pre-engagement, spiritual life questions, forgiveness, and divorce recovery. George seeks to help people grow in their relationship with God, experiencing how the character of God and the truth of His Word relate to the struggle at hand. He has special interest in God’s design of the brain and how it relates to counseling issues, and God’s design for attachment and how relationship dynamics play a key role in our lives. At Calvary, George is part of the teaching team in the Marriage Builders ABF (engaged and newlyweds), the Marriage Enrichment Class, and parenting classes. George & his wife Linda have been married since 1990 and have 3 adult children and love their role as grandparents. George enjoys many outdoor activities including biking and hiking. Other hobbies include chess, word games, visiting historical sites, and time with family.

 

Chris Torchia

PASTORAL COUNSELING ASSOCIATE

Chris Torchia holds a Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies from Lancaster Bible College as well as a Master of Arts in Counseling from Westminster Theological Seminary. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Chris has extensive experience in areas of sexual addiction, parenting issues, depression and anxiety, identity issues, relational difficulties, trauma and suffering, theological formation, and spiritual growth. Chris is passionate about seeing hurting people met with the mercy and truth of the Gospel in a relevant and transformative way. He has a love for people, which makes his approach to counseling highly relational and engaging, and believes safety, trust, and transparency are essential to a productive working relationship. In addition to providing pastoral counseling at Calvary, Chris oversees the support group ministry and assists with teaching and equipping with the Care Ministry team. Prior to joining Calvary Church, Chris served for 8 years as the Director of Parents and Family Ministry and on the Men’s Ministry Staff at Harvest USA. Chris also led a breakdance ministry for over 10 years that focused on performing outreach, teaching, and mentoring youth. He and his wife, Yoana, have two beautiful boys together.

 

Beth Gregory

PASTORAL COUNSELING ASSOCIATE

Beth Gregory received her MA in Marriage and Family Counseling from Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary and Graduate School and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. She works primarily with women of all ages dealing with difficult or destructive relationships, anxiety, depression, life adjustments and stress, family difficulties, grief and loss, and trauma. Beth also sees children, adolescents, and couples or families. She is co-facilitator of In the Wildflowers, a support group for those who have experienced childhood sexual abuse. Growing up overseas as a missionary kid, and serving as a global partner in South Africa for many years, have given Beth extensive cross-cultural experience and understanding. Despite the challenges counselees are facing or their current relationship with, and understanding of God, Beth’s desire is to provide a safe place to assist them in that journey. She and her husband have 4 grown children and 7 grandchildren.

 

Bell Villagracia

PASTORAL COUNSELING ASSOCIATE

Bell Villagracia received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from San Sebastian College, Manila, Philippines, and her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lancaster Bible College and Capital Seminary & Graduate School. She completed her outpatient internship at Calvary Church, Hope Within, and C3-LBC. These internships equipped her to work with individuals facing relational conflict, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, addiction, loss/grief, and trauma. Bell is experienced in various treatment delivery methods, including Children Services, Drug & Addiction, and Behavioral Health Services. She has worked with all age groups ranging from children to the elderly. Bell is also an Admission Counselor at Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital. Bell believes that a compassionate, well-rounded, therapeutic counseling approach inclusive of addressing spiritual, relational, social, emotional, cognitive, and physical issues - is essential when seeking to enhance relationships and make changes for overall well-being. Further, she believes it is vital to carefully direct the individual back to Christ, promoting a sense of need to reconcile with God.

Before Calvary, Bell served in the worship ministry, youth and children ministry, and taught Sunday School and Bible Study. At Calvary, she and her husband Sherwin attend One Purpose ABF and a small group. Bell and her husband are blessed with four wonderful daughters. She enjoys reading, cooking, making personalized t-shirts, and spending time with her family. She has been known to bring humor and comic relief into the workplace.