We are located in Wake Forest, NC just north of Raleigh in Wake County. While our main mission is to offer biblical counseling in Wake Forest, we also work online via tele-health, ensuring that our services are available wherever you are. Through our HIPAA-compliant online video chat software, our dedicated team of counselors, coaches, and consultants can offer extended hours and flexible sessions, directly from the comfort of your own home. This allows you to receive the support you need without the constraints of location or travel. At JoyCare Center, our goal is to ensure that you have access to our services in a manner that is convenient and comfortable for you. Whether online or in-person, we are committed to providing the highest level of care and support to assist you on your journey of healing and personal growth.

We would be delighted to speak at your marriage conferences, civic organizations, and church groups. We have authors and speakers on staff and would love to have the opportunity to connect with and encourage your community. Topics include communication, boundaries, intimacy and having fun in the marriage relationship.

Our counselors are all licensed by the National Christian Counselors Association. This licensure is church/ministry based rather than state based, allowing for our counselors to minister sound biblical principles to our clients without the restrictions of state-based oversight. All counselors are ordained ministers and under the covering of The Joy Counseling Center, a 501c3 authorized not-for-profit organization. All counselors are highly qualified to provide clinical pastoral and Christian counseling care. Madison Beresford is an NCCA Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor and holds NCCA board certifications in Integrated Marriage & Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Additionally, he is considered a "qualified mental health professional" by the state code and rule of the state of Illinois (medicaid rule 132 definition) and a "qualified professional" according to North Carolina credential definitions (10A NCAC 27G .0104). He is ordained by Church On the Rock International. Joy Cannon is holds NCCA certification in temperament therapy. She is ordained by Church On the Rock International. JoyCare Center Christian Life Coaches hold various certifications and qualifications, please speak with your life coach if you have any questions. No representation or use of the terms "licensed professional counselor," or "licensed professional clinical counselor" (or the like) are made. JoyCare Center counselors are biblical and/or pastoral counselors to best meet the needs of their clients seeking Christian ministry care for clients. For clients residing in Arkansas, Kentucky, Maine, New Hampshire, North Carolina and Tennessee, please speak with your provider about best caring for your needs.

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMAL POLICY While many of our staff love animals and are pet owners, the JoyCare Center is limited in our ability to provide assessments to document the need for an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). ESAs are viewed under the Federal Housing Act (FHAct, 42 U.S.C.A. 3601 et seq) as a “reasonable accommodation” for those who have a physical or mental disability. Guidelines and Documentation Requirements Related to ESAs If you have not been diagnosed with a disability and want to be evaluated to see if you are eligible to have an ESA, you must find a mental health provider in the community to diagnose you and recommend that obtaining an ESA is a reasonable course of treatment given your condition. If you have been diagnosed with a disability and desire an evaluation to see if you are eligible for an ESA, Madison Beresford is currently the sole provider that can provide that assessment and certification for you in accordance to the Federal Housing Act.

Biblical counseling is a Christ-centered approach to healing that focuses on applying biblical principles to life’s challenges. Unlike psychotherapy, which often relies on secular theories and practices, biblical counseling seeks to address emotional and spiritual struggles through the lens of Scripture. It involves inviting Jesus into the healing process, trusting in His guidance, wisdom, and transformative power. By aligning with God’s word, biblical counseling aims to provide hope, direction, and genuine restoration for individuals seeking healing and growth. Our ordained counselors offer a unique blend of support and biblical counseling care. They are not just trained professionals; they are surrendered shepherds, equipped to walk with you on your journey to healing and growth, always grounded in the love and wisdom of God’s word.

Determining if biblical counseling is right for you involves connecting with what feels meaningful and supportive. If you draw strength from biblical teachings and desire counseling that integrates your faith journey, then biblical counseling could be a good fit. It’s about finding an approach that resonates with your beliefs and values, providing guidance and healing in a way that feels natural and supportive to you. At JoyCare Biblical Counseing in Wake Forest, NC, you can find meaningful access to biblical counseling. Our approach ensures that your counseling journey not only addresses emotional well-being but also supports your spiritual growth and values.