David Walther, Pastor of Counseling, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in counseling psychology and Christian studies. David is currently pursing a master’s of divinity degree. He has been on staff at Scottsdale Bible since 2000. He provides marriage, family, child/adolescent and individual counseling. David loves the adventure of following Christ with his wife, Sharon and their children, Simeon and Naomi.

Nonie Maupin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with her master’s degree in social work. She has practiced as a staff counselor for Scottsdale Bible Church since 1995. She provides marriage, family, child/adolescent, and individual counseling. Nonie also authored a book called The Head to Heart Card, which reflects her passion to teach others to have a Truth encounter with their Savior, Jesus Christ. In her free time she is an avid reader, loves to hike with friends, and spends time with her family. Nonie and her husband, Joel, have been married for 42 years, and they have two married children and five grandchildren.

Kerry Failoni recently completed her Master’s in Professional Counseling and is a Licensed Associate Counselor.  She and her husband Keith have called Scottsdale Bible the church home since 1981. She had the privilege of joining the Scottsdale Bible counseling staff in 2001 as the Intake Coordinator and Case Manager. She also provides individual and marriage counseling. Her free time is spent with family (two daughters) and friends. A good book is also never far from her reach!

Dr. Greg Crow is a graduate of Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University. He has been a psychologist in private practice in Scottsdale since 1982, specializing in the treatment of addictions (primarily sex addiction), marriage counseling, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety and problems with adolescents. He is the co-author, with Dr. Ralph Earle, of the book Lonely All the Time; for sex addicts and their spouses. He also counsels many couples and has done many couples’ workshops on communication and conflict resolution skills both here in Arizona and for over 10 years at Barnabas Family Ministries in British Columbia. Greg also serves in other areas at church; most notably in speaking on couples’ and men’s issues. He teaches regularly in Designer Marriage, and Marriage Preparation classes. He also plays trombone in the Scottsdale Bible Orchestra. Greg and his wife, Gail, have been married 31 years. Greg provides supervision to our LACs.

Jerri Shields started in the counseling field working with stressed and struggling families through the Confident Kids program at Scottsdale Bible church over 10 years ago. Her passion for working with children and adolescents led her to work with homeless youth through HomeBase Youth Services. Jerri’s background includes over 20 years of business management experience. She is both nationally certified (NCC) and state licensed (LPC) and a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Association of Christian Counselors. Jerri is currently working in her private practice (Choice Counseling Services, LLC at 84th St. and Shea. She also volunteers one clinical day a week at the Scottsdale Bible Counseling Center.

Dr. Justin Smith is a graduate of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (MACP) and Wheaton College (Psy.D.). He has over 17 years of professional experience counseling individuals, couples and families. He has worked for community mental health, a Christian marriage and family counseling center, and the Wisconsin State hospital. Dr. Smith currently heads the graduate counseling programs at Phoenix Seminary. Areas of practice include couples, families, sexual addictions, and personal growth.

Ted Mullen is passionate about helping hurting people. He served as a Stephen Minister for 5 years before joining the Lay Counseling Ministry. He was an active lay counselor for 5 years. While serving as a lay counselor, Ted felt led to pursue a counseling degree. He received a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Ottawa University and a Certificate of Christian Counseling from Phoenix Seminary. Ted and his wife Diann have attended Scottsdale Bible Church since the early 1990s. He has served throughout the Scottsdale Bible Church community, including the Elder board, Marriage Ministry Team and various Outreach positions.

Trish Ferree is a Licensed Associate Counselor for Christian Family Care Agency. She holds a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies from Ottawa University and an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from the University of Tulsa. Trish’s passion is to help hurting people find healing and hope in Christ. Her areas of focus are women’s issues, abuse and trauma, depression, anxiety disorders, grief and loss, and relationship issues. When not counseling at our Counseling Center, Trish sees clients at CFCA headquarters in Phoenix, as well as at a Scottsdale satellite office.

Lay Counseling—a ministry of hope.
“I was hopeless and heart-sick, but God gave me hope through my lay counseling.”

“My girlfriend told me she couldn’t take my yelling anymore. She had good reason to stop our relationship, because I was a jerk at times. I fully believe my lay counselor was led by God to get my anger under control. I’ve gotten back into church and I’m in a small group. The most important thing he did was point me to God and give me hope.”

“I wanted to divorce my husband, and I was depressed. However, after meeting with my lay counselor, I found hope. My marriage is on a better track and I can see us growing old together with the Lord at our side. Thank you Scottsdale Bible for offering lay-counseling services. It is so awesome that our church recognizes the value of a counseling ministry.”

These are only a few of the many testimonies we’ve heard from men and women who experienced lay counseling. Our lay counselors can not only empathize with the pain that problems of living create, but they are also trained to explore problems from a biblical perspective. They know that hope in God is a by-product of our trials (Romans 5). God’s Word explains our hope-filled faith, but men and women need to see hope lived out in others’ lives. Otherwise, it’s mere head knowledge. That’s why we’re grateful for our 33 lay counselors, who are mature and hope-filled themselves. 

Stephen Ministry
Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2).

There are times when each of us needs the care of another person, a Christian friend, a Stephen Minister! The needs include but are not limited to:

• the hospitalized
• the terminally ill and their families
• people who move into or out of our community
• those grieving a death or serious loss
• the homebound or institutionalized
• prisoners, ex-offenders and their families
• those with job crisis
• the aging and elderly
• those with disabilities and their families
• those needing the support of a Christian friend
• those facing life transition
• the separated or divorced
• households experiencing birth or adoption
• those in spiritual crisis

Stephen Ministers provide distinctively Christian one-on-one care to those who are experiencing all kinds of life-needs and circumstances, both in our congregation and community.

What do Stephen Ministers Do?

• Listen
• Explore feelings
• Pray
• Share Christ’s love
• Maintain confidentiality

Practicum and Intern Students
Practicum and intern students serve along with us at the Counseling Center as they move toward completing their graduate studies at local Universities and Seminaries. Quality care is assured as our students receive ongoing guidance and supervision from professional counselors on staff.

Outside Referrals
There are times when specialized care is warranted for one’s situation. Additionally, there are times when an in-house counselors’ schedule is rather full and openings may not meet your scheduling needs. Therefore, we offer referrals in the community for you to consider. Please call the Counseling Center at 480.824.7239 for additional information.

Support Groups

The Scottsdale Bible Counseling Center offers a wide variety of support group to cover many needs. For more information on what is offered see “Support Groups”