Pastoral Counseling Practice – Ohio Christian Counseling Ministries
Ohio Christian Counseling Ministries (OCCM) is a pastoral counseling practice based in Cincinnati, Ohio, that was founded in 2000. The practice is led by Michael Pearson, described on the site as an ordained Christian counselor with more than 20 years of experience in marriage, individual, and family counseling. The site additionally notes that Pearson holds certification in trauma-informed approaches, which he developed through earlier work supporting children in group residential settings.
All sessions are conducted exclusively via live video counseling, making the practice accessible to clients throughout the United States and internationally without any requirement for in-person attendance. The service structure is organized around three areas: marriage counseling, individual therapy, and family counseling. Marriage counseling sessions focus on communication challenges, infidelity, and relationship restoration as presenting concerns. Individual and family sessions incorporate trauma-informed approaches alongside spiritual wellness guidance as a component of the counseling process.
The practice’s stated philosophy integrates Holy Spirit-guided principles with references to DSM-5 diagnostic guidelines as a clinical framework for understanding client concerns. Pearson’s described methodology centers on helping clients identify their core challenges and develop internal capacity for self-healing, self-awareness, and self-confidence, with spiritual guidance present throughout each stage of the work. The practice’s mission is described as addressing both the emotional and spiritual dimensions of client wellbeing.
Session fees are clearly stated on the site: couples sessions are billed at $100 per hour and individual sessions at $70 per hour. No insurance is accepted; the practice operates entirely on a self-pay basis. Free initial chat consultations are noted as available for prospective clients who want to explore whether the practice is an appropriate fit before committing to a paid appointment. The site also states the practice has been voted best Christian counselor four years in a row, as reported directly on the webpage. No year of establishment beyond the 2000 founding date is provided for this recognition.
Contact: 513-238-2607; christiancounselingministries@gmail.com.