Rick Thomas has some good thoughts on counselor training that are worth reading.
This is right on target:
I would recommend a theological degree over a counseling degree because counseling is the application of theology (Practical Theology) and if a person is not trained in theology, they will have a difficult time applying (counseling) what they do not know.
A major weakness with many biblical counselors is their limited understanding of the Bible. If God’s Word gives us all we need for life and godliness (See 2 Peter 1:3) then you cannot skip this point and move into methodology (counselor training).
If I had to choose between a theology degree and a counseling degree, I would pursue the theology degree every time.
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