we propose … a Paracentric focus that … melds two crucial aspects of Christian counseling.… Our yieldedness to the Paraklete of God—the Holy Spirit—who is the invisible God present in counseling … [and our commitment] to Paraklesis … to “come alongside someone to help.” These terms describe Spirit-directed and Christ-centered people committed to assisting others across a wide range of needs, from consolation to encouragement to confrontation.… A Paracentric focus represents a centered convergence