Meet Our Dedicated Counseling Team at Rock House Center

Rock House Center Team.  Wendy, Patti, Steve, Holly, John, Joe, Nathan, Michelle, Beth and John Murphy. (Left to right) in front of a dark conference room door.

At Rock House Center, our team is committed to helping individuals, couples, and families experience meaningful emotional and spiritual healing through a biblical, root-cause approach.

Each counselor is trained in the same foundational model, allowing us to provide consistent, thoughtful care regardless of who you meet with. Our goal is not simply to help you manage symptoms, but to help you address the deeper issues that drive lasting change.

You don’t have to walk this alone. We’re here to walk with you.

Finding the Right Counselor

Many people wonder, "How do I know which counselor is right for me?"

The good news is that you don't have to figure that out on your own.

Because our counselors share the same training and counseling philosophy, we can help guide you to the counselor who best fits your needs, schedule, and goals. Rather than worrying about making the perfect choice, you can focus on taking the next step toward healing.

Why Families Choose Rock House Center

• Serving individuals, couples, and families since 2006

• A biblical counseling approach focused on root causes rather than symptom management

• Consistent counselor training and methodology

• Independently audited counseling outcomes

• In-person and virtual counseling options

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Our Founders

Rock House Center Founders: John and Beth Murphy

John and Beth Murphy founded Rock House Center in 2006 with a shared calling to help individuals, couples, and families experience transformation through the application of God’s truth.

Their work is centered on helping people move beyond surface-level struggles by addressing the deeper emotional and spiritual patterns that drive them. This approach integrates personal experience, biblical truth, and Spirit-led insight to create a process that brings clarity and lasting change.


I tell everyone I can about my testimony and what God has done in my life, and it all started with me calling Rock House Center.
— Rock House Center Client Testimonial

 

John R. Murphy, MTT, IOP, DNP

John’s work was shaped by his radical conversion at age 26 and his lifelong pursuit of understanding and applying God’s truth. Over the years, he has worked with individuals, ministries, and organizations across a wide range of settings, helping people experience meaningful and lasting change.

His work has been shared with churches, leaders, recovery programs, and organizations both nationally and internationally. John has also spoken at conferences and events, including teaching on heart-transforming leadership to hundreds of pastors in Kenya.

At Rock House Center, John focuses on developing the counseling model, and equipping others to apply biblical truth in a way that leads to real transformation.

Beth L. Murphy, MTT, IOP, DNP

Beth works alongside John to carry the vision of Rock House Center, helping expand its reach and effectiveness. She leads counselor training and plays a key role in developing how the model is applied in real-life situations.

With decades of experience in counseling, teaching, and ministry, Beth has a strong passion for helping individuals grow in their relationship with God and experience healing that impacts every area of life.

Her background includes leadership roles, consulting, homeschooling, and years of ministry focused on women’s growth and transformation through biblical truth.

Meet Our Dedicated Team

Staff

  • Joe - Intake Coordinator

  • John - Counseling team lead

  • Steve - Operations lead

Counselors

Bellingham, Washington Office:

Brentwood, Tennessee Office:

Rock House Center staff back row left to right: Wendy Buchanan, Steve Buchanan, John Shaw, Nathan Harkness, John Murphy,  front row Patti Maddison, Holly Baulch, Joe Cam, Michelle Stamper, Beth Murphy

Our Team

Back Row: Wendy, Steve, John, Nathan, John
Front Row: Patti, Holly, Joe, Michelle, Beth


Looking for Help With a Specific Challenge?

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to choose my own counselor?

No. Our intake team will help guide you to the counselor who is the best fit for your situation.

Do you offer virtual counseling?

Yes. Many of our counselors work with clients virtually as well as in person.

What types of issues do you help with?

We regularly help individuals, couples, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, marriage conflict, parenting challenges, addiction, grief, fear, loss, and spiritual concerns.

How long does counseling typically take?

Unlike traditional counseling that can continue indefinitely, Rock House Center follows a structured counseling process with a clear beginning, middle, and completion point.

Most clients move through a defined program designed to help identify and address the deeper emotional and spiritual issues contributing to their struggles. Your counselor will help you understand the process, expected milestones, and what success looks like as you progress through counseling.

Our goal is not to create dependency, but to help you experience meaningful transformation and leave with practical tools for ongoing growth.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Begin your journey toward greater clarity, hope, and healing.