Business Details
40 Years
experience
Faith-Based Counseling Services in Colorado Springs
Wings of Grace is a faith-based counseling center dedicated to addressing the holistic needs of individuals, families, and communities. Established in 1986 as a church initiative and restructured in 1993, we have expanded to serve over 150 clients weekly across the United States. Our team of 10 licensed therapists specializes in areas such as marriage and family dynamics, mood disorders, and eating disorders, offering in-office, video, and phone sessions. Rooted in Christian principles, we integrate spiritual guidance with evidence-based practices to foster healing, growth, and hope. Our founder, Dr. Michael Bird, brings decades of pastoral and therapeutic experience, ensuring a compassionate approach to mental health.We prioritize creating safe, confidential spaces where clients feel heard and supported. With a legacy spanning nearly four decades, we remain committed to empowering individuals through mind, body, and spirit. Our services cater to all age groups, from children to seniors, addressing diverse emotional and relational challenges. By combining clinical expertise with faith, we guide clients toward lasting restoration and resilience. This mission drives our team to continually adapt and meet evolving community needs.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Family Therapy
Individual Counseling
Group Sessions
Faith-Based Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Eating Disorder Support
Mood Disorder Treatment
Video Therapy
Phone Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer faith-integrated counseling with licensed professionals trained in diverse specialties.
- Our team includes experts in marriage, family, and trauma recovery with decades of combined experience.
- We provide flexible session options: in-office, video, and phone appointments.
- Founded in 1986, we combine long-standing expertise with modern therapeutic approaches.
- We serve clients nationwide, prioritizing accessibility and personalized care.
What people say
"Growth through trust, love, and faith"
"Gentle identification of needs"
"Safe and confidential place"
"Authentic hope and healing"
"Immeasurable impact"
Services
Marriage Counseling
Our marriage counseling services help couples navigate conflicts, rebuild trust, and strengthen relationships through faith-based guidance and evidence-based techniques. Sessions focus on communication, conflict resolution, and spiritual alignment. Ideal for couples facing infidelity, communication breakdowns, or life transitions, our therapists provide a safe space for growth and reconciliation.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma recovery programs address emotional wounds from past experiences using specialized techniques like EMDR and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Our therapists integrate spiritual principles to help clients process pain and develop resilience. Designed for individuals struggling with PTSD, abuse, or loss, this service fosters holistic healing through personalized treatment plans.
Faith-Based Counseling
Faith-based counseling combines psychological expertise with Biblical teachings to address mental health challenges from a spiritual perspective. Therapists guide clients in aligning their healing journey with Christian values and scripture. This service is ideal for individuals seeking to integrate their faith with emotional and relational growth in a supportive environment.
Eating Disorder Support
Specialized programs for eating disorders address unhealthy patterns through nutritional education, behavioral therapy, and spiritual encouragement. Our therapists work with clients to develop balanced relationships with food and body image. Combining clinical expertise with compassionate care, this service supports recovery from anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorders.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions improve communication and resolve conflicts within households through structured interventions and faith-guided principles. Therapists address generational patterns, parenting challenges, and relational dynamics to foster unity. This service benefits families navigating transitions, grief, or behavioral issues in a supportive, collaborative setting.
People
Dr. Michael Bird
President, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Dr. Bird founded Wings of Grace in 1986 after 20 years of pastoral ministry. He holds a Doctor of Ministry in Marriage and Family Counseling and has been a licensed therapist since 1994, specializing in trauma and addiction recovery.
Charity Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Charity Richardson focuses on guiding clients toward spiritual and emotional healing through faith-based counseling. With expertise in trauma recovery, she emphasizes Christ-centered approaches to personal growth and resilience.
Barbara Chandler
Licensed Professional Counselor
Barbara Chandler specializes in marriage and family therapy, helping couples rebuild relationships through trust, communication, and faith-based principles. Her approach prioritizes practical solutions for relational challenges.
Nancy Siever
Registered Play Therapist
Nancy Siever provides child-focused therapy using play techniques to address emotional and behavioral issues. As a registered play therapist, she creates safe spaces for children to express themselves and heal.
Teresa Sahhar
Licensed Professional Counselor
Teresa Sahhar specializes in individual and group counseling for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Her faith-integrated approach emphasizes emotional resilience and spiritual growth.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide marriage counseling, trauma recovery, faith-based therapy, eating disorder support, family therapy, and individual sessions for mood disorders.
Are your therapists licensed and qualified?
Yes, our team includes 10 licensed professionals with credentials in marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and specialized certifications like CSAT.
Do you offer virtual counseling sessions?
Yes, we provide video and phone therapy sessions for clients nationwide, ensuring accessibility for all who seek our services.
Is your counseling strictly faith-based?
While our foundation is Christian, we respect diverse beliefs and tailor therapy to align with clients' personal values and spiritual preferences.
What age groups do you work with?
Our services cater to all ages, from children and adolescents to adults and seniors, addressing age-specific mental health needs.
Reviews (6)
Plant Us A. Rainforest
Oct 29, 2020
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Seeing Susan and it's been really helpful. She's amazing and very qualified compared to my last counselor. Thankful for a wonderful and compassionate believer who is Spirit-led. We always pray at the beginning.
Veydamia
Sep 17, 2019
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Saw Wes twice for counseling and he is completely disrespectful and belittling. Will never return and hope anyone reading these reviews will RUN from this place!
Patti North
Sep 16, 2019
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Absolute worst experience ever at WOG... Dr. Bird and intern have no clue whatsoever about ethics, boundaries and how to be a "professional counselor". They are far less than "compassionate Christian counselors". Now I need counseling from their counseling... HORRIBLE! DON'T EVER THINK ABOUT GOING HERE!!!
Daisie Knight
Aug 14, 2018
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Contacted 2 counselors no response. Contacted office to see what I did wrong in terms of trying to make appt. no one answered. Found someone else.
Jeremy Lane
Jun 13, 2017
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After a year of well-paced counseling, I have a more stable perspective of relationships. I'm grateful for this place and the assistance to help me get a better perspective on where boundaries are placed. I enjoyed my time here and grew in ways I thought I could not. Thank you!
Geoffrey Straw
May 08, 2016
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Pushed away and mislead about the laws of colorado. Either its ignorance of the law or malicious attempt to not give care to a person in need. Either way unacceptable.
