New Beginnings Christian Counseling: Healing Hearts, Renewing Minds
About New Beginnings Christian Counseling
Our Mission
New Beginnings Christian Counseling (NBCC) is committed to providing a safe environment where participants can heal, maximize their strengths, and discover their potential through individual, couples, and family counseling.
Our mission is accomplished by offering services that focus on the development of coping skills, emotional maturity, and self-actualization.
NBCC endeavors to provide Christian marriage and individual counseling and to help our clients become contributing and successful members of the community.
Our Approach
We believe in taking a client-centered approach to Christian counseling, where we work collaboratively with our clients to identify their goals and develop a personalized plan for treatment.
"Without good direction, people lose their way;
the more wise counsel you follow, the better your chances."
Proverbs 11:14
Meet our Staff
Tammy Lundgren
Tammy is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania and has practiced for over 16 years. She is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). She earned her Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from the State University of New York at Fredonia, her Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Mount Aloysius College, and her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University.
Her passion lies in empowering individuals and guiding them to discover their identity in Christ. She incorporates bibliotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to promote healing and help clients reach their full potential. Her areas of focus include trauma, couples therapy, and family dynamics.
Sarah Wentz
Sarah Wentz is a committed therapist intern who is finalizing her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania (formerly Lock Haven University). She has successfully passed the National Counselor Examination (NCE) and is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) candidate.
She holds dual undergraduate degrees in Behavioral Sciences and Communications from Liberty University, bringing over a decade professionalism and ministry experience to her practice.
Driven by both personal and professional passion, Sarah specializes in working with individuals and families in key areas such as foster care and adoption, blended families, disabilities, religious trauma, and anxiety disorders. Her broad experience enables her to deliver trauma-informed, compassionate care that is firmly rooted in a Christ-centered approach.
Tom Lundgren
Tom is the co-owner of NBCC and leads the administration department. He earned a B.S. in Mathematics from the State University of New York, Fredonia Campus, and he was certified to teach high school math. Tom then entered the business world and brings over 40 years of experience in management and administration. He is deeply passionate about helping people live their best lives in Christ. He has dedicated many years to volunteering in the Blair County area and is actively involved in New Life Worship Center in Altoona. In his free time, Tom enjoys spending time with his children, playing golf, and contributing to his church community.
Micah Lundgren
Micah is the office therapy dog. He loves people, will greet you enthusiastically, and keep you entertained when needed. He loves treats, food, walks, and long naps while cuddling.