Anchored Biblical Counseling
Where Christ Heals, The Spirit Leads, And Servants Are Transformed
Our Vision is to see every person restored by the healing presence of Jesus Christ—set free from wounds, renewed in mind and spirit, and equipped to bring Christ-centered healing to others through counseling, prayer, and discipleship.
Mission Statement
We exist to make Christ known as the true Healer of body, mind, and spirit. Through biblically grounded counseling, Spirit-led guided prayer, and comprehensive training, the Anchored Biblical Counseling equips individuals to experience deep emotional and spiritual transformation in Jesus’ name.
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Our mission extends beyond personal healing—we raise up and certify Christ-centered counselors who carry this integrated model of truth and grace into their homes, churches, and communities, advancing the Kingdom of God one soul at a time.
Our core values are rooted in our unwavering commitment to be Christ-centered and scripture-based in all we do. We are dedicated to truth, compassion, and kindness as we care for others, develop materials, and train future biblical counselors. We place Jesus first and follow the leading of the Holy Spirit in every aspect of our practice.
1. Christ-Centered
We acknowledge Jesus Christ as the ultimate source of healing and transformation. Every counseling session, prayer time, and training we offer points to Christ Alone.
​​2. Biblical Authority
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Scripture is the foundation of truth and wisdom for all areas of life. Our approach is anchored in the Word of God, ensuring that every principle aligns with His revealed truth.​
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3. Spirit-Led Dependence
We rely fully on the Holy Spirit to lead, guide, and empower every aspect of the process—trusting His wisdom over human understanding.
​4. Faithfulness
We remain steadfast in our commitment to God, our mission, and the people entrusted to our care, walking in obedience to His calling.​
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5. Compassion
We serve with empathy and grace, creating a safe and supportive environment where people can experience Christ’s love and grace.
​6. Theological Hospitality
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We honor and learn from the wider Body of Christ, seeking mutual understanding and respect across Christian traditions while remaining firmly rooted in scripture. This posture of hospitality allows us to build bridges, not barriers, recognizing that Jesus’ Church is united by His grace, not divided by our differences.​
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​​7. Integrity in Practice
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We strive to reflect Christ in both character and conduct—walking humbly, seeking counsel, and acting with integrity. Our desire for excellence is not performance-based but worship-driven: to serve others faithfully, steward our gifts well, and glorify God in all we do.​
Core Values
Statement of Belief
We believe in one Triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, three persons of one divine essence (Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19). Jesus Christ, true God and true man, lived without sin, died for the sins of the whole world, and rose bodily from the dead (John 1:1, 14; Hebrews 4:15; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; 1 John 2:2). Salvation is God’s free gift of grace, received through faith and never earned by human effort. Even faith is a gift, created by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel (Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 10:17; 1 Corinthians 12:3).
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We believe the Holy Spirit is active and present today. Through God’s Word, Baptism, and the Lord’s Supper, He calls people to Christ, forgives sins, creates and strengthens faith, teaches, equips, comforts, and sanctifies His people (John 14:26; Acts 2:38; Titus 3:5; Matthew 26:26–28; Galatians 5:22–23). We pray for healing while trusting God’s loving will and His promise of complete restoration in the resurrection (James 5:14–16; 2 Corinthians 12:9; Revelation 21:4–5).
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We believe God is inherently good and abounding in love, grace, compassion, mercy, and truth toward all people (Psalm 103:8; Psalm 145:8–9; John 3:16). In His mercy, He seeks the lost and desires all people to be saved (Luke 19:10; 1 Timothy 2:3–4). Through His Law, He exposes our sin and brings us to contrition. Through the Gospel, He declares Christ’s forgiveness and creates faith. We cannot earn forgiveness through fear, striving, or human effort. There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 3:20; Romans 2:4; Romans 8:1).
Meet Our Team
Tania Hilton MDIV
ABC Director, Certified Biblical Counselor
Tania is a wife, mother, counselor, and leader rooted in Lutheran theology. She holds a Master of Divinity, is Certified Biblical Counselor with the Association of Biblical Counselors and holds a SYMBIS certification. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate of Ministry with a concentration in Christ-centered counseling. She serves at Christ Greenfield as the Director of Leadership Development and co-leads the church's Spiritual Care Ministry. Tania offers biblical counseling to individuals, families and couples who feel spiritually or emotionally stuck, helping them experience healing and renewal through God's Word and promises. Her approach is shaped by a Law & Gospel framework that brings truth, grace, and hope to life's most difficult moments. Tania's passion is to walk with people as they grow in faith, rediscover joy, and live into the calling God has placed on their lives.
Nathan R. Hilton MDiv, BSN, RN
Pastoral Counselor
Nathan holds a Master of Divinity and brings a steady, pastoral presence to Anchored Biblical Counseling. He offers focused pastoral care and accountability for men navigating faith, marriage, identity, and life’s pressures. Nathan’s journey of faith has been shaped over time through family life, ministry, and years of work in clinical healthcare, giving him both theological depth and real-world perspective. He has a particular heart for men who feel stretched thin or unsure of who they are as husbands, fathers, and Christians, and he approaches counseling with warmth, honesty, and a commitment to speaking truth in love. While he serves alongside the Anchored team to support the broader ministry, Nathan is primarily available to work with men, providing thoughtful pastoral care without pretense or platitudes. Based in Gilbert, Arizona, he offers in-person sessions locally and is also available via Zoom.
Charity Gurtler
GPS Certification Director, GPS Facilitator
Charity is passionate about helping others find freedom and breakthrough through the grace, love, and truth of Jesus Christ. For more than a decade, she has walked prayerfully alongside individuals, developing and applying practical, Gospel-centered steps that lead to healing, spiritual freedom, and renewed identity through faith in Jesus Christ. She is the Director and lead mentor of the Guided Prayer Certification program, where she designs the training framework and personally equips others to minister safely and faithfully through structured healing prayer. Charity is the author of Intentional Breakthrough and Pray, both of which reflect the prayer models and biblical principles she uses in ministry. She currently resides in Gilbert, Arizona, and exclusively focuses on Guided Prayer ministry locally in person and nationwide via Zoom.
Peggy Zilz MA, PCC
Biblical Counseling Assoc. & Professional Coach
Peggy is a ministry leader, coach and Lutheran educator passionate about helping people discover their God-given identity, gifts, and purpose through Jesus Christ. With more than 25 years of experience in ministry and education, she has walked alongside individuals, couples, families, and leaders as they strengthen relationships, navigate challenges, and grow personally and spiritually.
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Peggy holds degrees in education and business, as well as a master’s degree in Coaching and Consulting from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University Irvine, where her studies integrated coaching, psychology, and human development. She is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching Federation and has additional training in CliftonStrengths, Prepare/Enrich, SYMBIS, Strengths-Based Education, and Ministry Insights International. She is currently pursuing certification in biblical counseling through ABC, further equipping her to integrate Scripture and Christ-centered care into her work with others.
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At the heart of Peggy’s approach is a desire to help people recognize who they are in Christ, cultivate healthier relationships, and move forward with greater clarity, purpose, and hope. She currently lives in Indiana with her husband Paul, and is available via Zoom.