Our Mission
is to help individuals and families experience holistic healing—mind, body, and spirit
We provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling and support to guide people through life’s most challenging struggles, empowering them to live with hope, resilience, and renewed purpose.
Our Beliefs
True North Wellness is a Bible-believing, Christ-centered counseling ministry rooted in the hope and love of Jesus.
We believe God is the source of true healing and that Scripture guides lasting transformation. While we cannot meet every need, we are committed to faithfully doing our part to bring hope, help, and meaningful impact to each person’s healing journey.
Our Church
True North Wellness is is an overflow of True North Church’s heart for the community.
We believe the Church is the hope of the world, not because it’s filled with perfect people, but with people honestly following a perfect Savior. We believe biblical community plays an essential role in supporting individuals, couples, and families through every season of life, especially the difficult ones.
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
John 16:33
Board of Advisors
Dr.Karl Benizo
He is a Christian psychiatrist who is also board certified. His passion is integrating cutting-edge psychiatric science with Biblical truths. With over 35 years in the field, he has developed key insights to help individuals renew their minds by becoming consistent, Godly decision-makers.
One of his God-given callings is to re-ignite the Behavioral Health Revolution that Jesus began to combat the behavioral health pandemic of anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicide. God has allowed him to combine his passion and calling to start a unique Christian residential treatment facility, Honey Lake Clinic.
Through this work, they integrate spirit, mind, and body with depth in all three spheres to bring about psychospiritual healing that is truly life-transforming.
One of his God-given callings is to re-ignite the Behavioral Health Revolution that Jesus began to combat the behavioral health pandemic of anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicide. God has allowed him to combine his passion and calling to start a unique Christian residential treatment facility, Honey Lake Clinic.
Through this work, they integrate spirit, mind, and body with depth in all three spheres to bring about psychospiritual healing that is truly life-transforming.
Don Lichi, PhD
Throughout his career, Dr. Lichi has taught as adjunct professor with Trinity International University (IL), the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), the Asia Theological Center (Singapore), and All Nations Theological Seminary (Malawi, Africa). He also taught for six years in the graduate school at the University of Akron. He was in private practice for over five years, taught school, and directed a school-based counseling program for six years. While in the United States Air Force, he served for three years in Italy and three years in Alaska. He has been a speaker at numerous conferences and workshops on pastoral health, Christian education, parenting, marriage, and family issues. He has published several articles on Christian mental health, and is the co-author of the book, Broken Windows of the Soul (Moody Press).
Recent ministry has taken him to India, Brazil, Thailand, Ecuador, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Romania, China, Malaysia, Russia, Hungary, Nicaragua, and Singapore. Currently, he serves on the pastoral teaching team of the Akron Chinese Christian Church and the board of Emmanuel Christian Academy, which ministers to “at risk” children in the inner city of Akron, OH.
Recent ministry has taken him to India, Brazil, Thailand, Ecuador, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Romania, China, Malaysia, Russia, Hungary, Nicaragua, and Singapore. Currently, he serves on the pastoral teaching team of the Akron Chinese Christian Church and the board of Emmanuel Christian Academy, which ministers to “at risk” children in the inner city of Akron, OH.
Wellness Director
Bethany Gennaoui
FAQ's
Here are some commonly asked questions pertaining
to our True North Wellness
to our True North Wellness
What does the Center offer?
The Center provides counseling services, support groups, and coaching designed to care for the whole person — emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Services may include individual counseling, topical driven coaching, group support, and educational workshops. Our goal is to create a Christ centered safe, compassionate space for healing and growth.
Are the services I receive at the Center confidential?
Yes. Your privacy is very important to us. All counseling services are confidential and follow professional and legal confidentiality guidelines. The only exceptions to confidentiality are situations required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others, abuse or neglect of children, incapacitated adults and elderly. These limits will be explained clearly during the intake process.
What is the cost of sessions and do you take insurance?
We do not accept insurance at this time. We are committed to keeping services financially accessible. We offer fair, competitive private-pay rates, and a limited number of sliding scale spots are available based on need.
If I am not part of True North Church, can I still access what the Center offers?
Absolutely. The Center is open to the broader community. You do not need to be a part of True North Church to receive services.
If I am not a Christian, can I take part in the Center?
Yes. While the Center is based in Christian beliefs and values, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and belief systems. You are not required to share our faith to receive care. Our team is committed to providing respectful, compassionate support to every person we serve.
Does the Center offer Crisis Care?
The Center does not provide crisis care or emergency mental health services. We are not equipped to respond to immediate psychiatric emergencies or situations requiring urgent stabilization.
If you are currently in crisis, experiencing thoughts of harming yourself or others, or need immediate support, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Additionally, the Center does not offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), partial hospitalization programs (PHP), or other higher levels of care.
If you are currently in crisis, experiencing thoughts of harming yourself or others, or need immediate support, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Additionally, the Center does not offer Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), partial hospitalization programs (PHP), or other higher levels of care.