We know from Scripture that some of our most significant opportunities for spiritual growth come in the midst of the trials and struggles of life.
Pastoral counseling is given from a biblical perspective that is guided by principles from God’s Word. We desire to see you draw near to God as you see the truths of His Word come to bear in these hard places. We seek to bring the encouragement, comfort, and truth of Jesus Christ to bear on the challenges you are facing, helping you heal and grow as you are strengthened in your walk with God.
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.
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, including:
- Individual counseling
- Marriage counseling
- Pre-engagement and pre-marital counseling
- Consultation for helping others
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.
Meet Our Counselors
George May
Pastor of Counseling & Family Ministries
George May received his MA in Counseling from Mission 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 (for engaged and newlywed couples), the Marriage Enrichment Class, and parenting classes. George and his wife, Linda, have been married since 1990, have three 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 | Capital Seminary and Graduate School, 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 meet 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 he believes safety, trust, and transparency are essential to a productive working relationship. In addition to providing pastoral counseling at Calvary, Chris oversees our support groups and assists with teaching and equipping with the Pastoral Care team. Prior to joining Calvary Church, Chris served for eight 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, 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, has 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 four grown children and seven grandchildren.
Questions?
If you have questions or want to set up an appointment with one of our counselors, contact our Pastoral Ministry Assistant, Judi Brady.