Jesus-Centering for Christian Therapists
Bringing Christ to the center of therapy, dialog, and life.
What is Jesus-Centering?
Jesus-Centering is about encountering the real Jesus in therapy, prayer, and dialog. It proclaims Him as the Way, the Truth, and the Life — the universal foundation for every human heart. This approach integrates Scripture, discipleship, and the wisdom of the Church, calling us to a fearless proclamation of His love, truth, and Gospel principles. Jesus-Centering is not simply a technique, but a way of forming a new culture rooted in Christ Himself.
How It Helps Therapists & Clients
- Brings Jesus into the counseling room as the living center of healing and transformation.
- Equips therapists with practical methods for fostering authentic dialog and spiritual integration that brings Jesus to open clients.
- Helps clients replace the ‘seven capital sins’ with the seven virtues, aligning their growth with Christ.
- Deepens awareness of His presence speaking to them personally through Scriptural prayer and reverent imagery in therapy.
- Connects personal healing to the larger mission of building a Christ-centered culture.
Connect-Talk® Integration
Connect-Talk® is a Jesus-centered dialog framework that teaches how to listen with the heart, communicate truth in love, and reduce defensiveness. It reflects the dialog method of Jesus Himself, as seen in the Gospel of John and the Letters of John. Connect-Talk® helps couples, families, groups, and therapists practice communication that is safe, open, and Spirit-led, extending Christ’s grace into every relationship.
Training & Workshop Opportunities
Workshops provide hands-on experience in Jesus-Centering and Connect-Talk®. Through exercises, Scripture reflection, and prayer, participants learn how to integrate Christ’s presence into therapy and daily life. Registration includes two free books — the in-press Connect-Talk® Workbook and “Bible, Love Letters From Your Father: Letters of John, Lectio Divina, Vol. 2” — resources for ongoing reflection and practice.
About Dr. Chiara Simeone-DiFrancesco
Chiara Simeone-DiFrancesco, Ph.D., is a psychologist, author, and international trainer. She has worked with thousands of couples, families, clergy, and therapists. Known for integrating theology with clinical psychology, she presents a Jesus-centered approach that is both spiritually rich and professionally practical. She continues the legacy of her late husband, Romuald B. Simeone, whose vision of Christian dialog and fearless proclamation of the Gospel inspired the Jesus-Centering movement.
Connect-Talk® Workshop – Learn the Art of Positive Christian Dialog
Dr. Chiara Simeone-DiFrancesco invites you to a special Connect-Talk® Workshop, a Jesus-centered approach to dialog skills that deepen relationships with family, spouses, prayer groups, and friends in Scriptural sharing. Learn how to “listen with your heart” and become a more positive, emotionally safe, and responsive person.
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