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about valley christian counseling & wellness

About Us

Professional & Caring Counseling since 1991

Our Story

Valley Christian Counseling & Wellness was born in 1991 out of a conversation between a Christian physician named Dr. David Todd and a group of local pastors in the Fargo-Moorhead area.

They asked, “Where can I send those who are hurting to receive professional and caring counseling that is in harmony with biblical Christianity?”

Out of the silence that followed, came intense conviction. This conviction lead Dr. Todd and a team of pastors and professionals to establish Valley Christian Counseling & Wellness.

"God has been good to Valley...

I have seen many lives touched and helped over these years through wonderful counselors and staff
I feel He has put together.
For me, it’s been a unique journey of
trusting God and watching Him work."
Pastor Dan Borsheim, Pastoral Counselor
Dan Borsheim
Pastoral Counselor
Former VCCW CEO
In His Word,
God offers true grace and healing

Our Counseling & Wellness

Valley Christian Counseling & Wellness is governed by a board of directors representing several area churches. Sarah Stigen and Nicole Rostad are the co-CEOs of VCCW.

During these years of operation, we have added several providers from a variety of mental health disciplines. These Christian providers bring a valuable mix of expertise and experience to the Center. Those dealing with depression, addictions, marital stress, eating disorders, child and adolescent issues, mental illness, and many other of life’s struggles can receive help and hope and prayer from a caring, skilled, Christian professional.
Luke 4:18
god has a plan for your life

Our Approach

Our providers here at Valley Christian Counseling & Wellness have a deep conviction that God has a plan for your life. He is at work in shaping who He wants you to become. The journey is sometimes tough, and we need others to come alongside of us in those seasons of life. This is what motivates our providers to invite you to come and meet with them. They see how God’s Word has the answers that could be an encouragement to your specific life’s challenges. Our mental health services approach life's challenges through the lens of God’s Word. The Bible tells us how man was made in the image of God - beautiful, perfect, righteous. He tells of how through one act of sin in the Garden of Eden, humans became broken, hurt and fallen - and separated from God. Because of this brokenness, each person who ever lived experiences hurt, pain, and suffering. Because of God’s kindness, He has provided His Son, Jesus Christ, as the payment for our sin - giving us an opportunity to be saved from our sin - and bringing us into a right relationship with Him. The answer to our soul’s longing is found in Him. Peace is found in Him. Grace is found in Him. Healing is found in Him. We live in a sinful and broken world with broken humans. Our desire is to point each person back to the One who can give hope. Our providers seek to identify truth in His word, and then in humility offer words of grace and healing.
God's Word is at the core

Our Core Values

Since its creation, Valley Christian has relied on God’s Word – providing us with the values and principles on which we stand. As an organization, we believe His Word can guide others in finding comfort and answers.

Our Support System

Local churches play a crucial role in our lives – a support system that leads us towards His will.

Our Mission Partners

Our mission is to partner with local churches to bring a blessing to each person who reaches out to us.

Our Providers

Discover the exceptional providers  on our team, here to offer tailored solutions in addressing your emotional, spiritual, and physical needs to ensure your healing.

Our Services

Explore the services we offer, designed to meet diverse client needs. From expert consultations to innovative solutions, we aim to set you on your journey of healing and wholeness.

Our Locations

Visit our strategically located offices to experience our services firsthand. Each location is equipped with qualified staff ready to address your needs with sensitivity, ease, and efficiency.

servant Leadership

Board of Directors

Valley Christian Counseling & Wellness is assisted by a board of directors who help guide us through business and spiritual decisions that we face.
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Board Chair

DJ Colter

Board Vice Chair

Paul Leverington

Board Treasurer

Laura Fairfield

Board Secretary

Jen Such

Board Member

Dr. Joel Haugen

Board Member

Dan Nelson

Board Member

Paul Nynas

Board Member

Jeff Seaver

Co-CEO/Ex-Officio

Sarah Stigen

Co-CEO/Ex-Officio

Nicole Rostad