Steps of Courage
Counseling • Coaching • Chaplaincy
You were not made for fear. You were made for purpose, for boldness, and for a life that moves forward — even through the hard places. At Steps of Courage, we walk alongside you with biblical wisdom, honest conversation, and practical guidance to help you take the next step into the life God has already prepared for you.
"These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world."
— John 16:33
Carson Malone, MTS, BCCC
Ordained Minister | Board-Certified Christian Counselor
| Pastoral Counselor & Chaplaincy Care Leader
Founder & President,
Steps of Courage Counseling and Coaching, Inc.
Step Forward
Fear can be gripping. It can freeze you in your tracks, silence your voice, and keep you standing still while the places of promise God has already prepared for you go unclaimed.
But courage is not the absence of fear. Courage is the decision to move forward anyway — to take the next step, and then the one after that, trusting that the God who called you is faithful to walk with you.
The lion in our logo walks forward with purpose and resolve. That is our invitation to you. Not perfection. Not certainty. Just the willingness to take the next step — and the assurance that you will not take it alone.
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind."
— 2 Timothy 1:7
A Safe Place to Be Real
Steps of Courage Counseling and Coaching was founded on a simple conviction: everyone deserves a place where they can be heard without judgment, challenged without shame, and guided toward the abundant life that faith makes possible.
We provide a confidential, supportive environment where your questions are welcome, your doubts are safe, and your story matters. Whether you are walking closely with God or haven't spoken to Him in years, you belong here. This is a no-judgment zone — a place to be yourself, to breathe, and to begin.
Located in Kennesaw, Georgia, we serve individuals, couples, and families across the northwest Atlanta suburbs, including Cobb, Paulding, Cherokee, and Bartow Counties. Sessions are available both in-person and online.
— Proverbs 28:1 (NIV)
About Steps of Courage
"The righteous are as bold as a lion."
Credentials & Experience
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Ordained Minister
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Board-Certified Christian Counselor, Georgia Board for Christian Counseling
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Board-Certified Chaplain, American Chaplains Association
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Master of Theological Studies, from an ATS-Accredited Seminary
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Former United States Air Force Commissioned Officer
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30+ Years Corporate Industry & Personnel Leadership
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Extensive experience in pastoral counseling, chaplaincy, and crisis care
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Experienced in youth ministry and trauma care
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Boy Scouts leadership and mentoring (12 years)
Steps of Courage Counseling and Coaching, Inc. is a Georgia nonprofit corporation organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, dedicated to providing affordable, faith-based counseling services to those in need and to ministering to individuals and families affected by natural disaster, economic hardship, and crisis.
Your generous contribution enables us to offer reduced-rate and pro bono counseling, support community outreach initiatives, develop educational resources, and extend care to populations who need it most — including veterans, foster youth, and underserved communities in northwest Georgia.
All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
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Our Heart for Healing
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We believe that true healing begins where faith meets professional care. At Steps of Courage, we provide a safe place for your spiritual and emotional well-being, integrating biblical principles with time-tested counseling and coaching practices to support your unique journey.
Our approach is rooted in compassion and grounded in scholarship. We are dedicated to helping you navigate life's complexities with grace, offering a space where you can find clarity, strength, and the guidance you need to thrive.
Credentials
- Master's Degree in Theological Studies
- Board Certified Christian Counselor (Georgia Board for Christian Counselors)
- Certified Chaplain (American Chaplains Association)
- Ordained Minister (Logos Global Network)
Voices of Faith
"Carson listens patiently and has a great sense of discernment. He gave me sound advice in a professional and caring way and brought clarity to a challenging family situation."
Andrew (Member of the Armed Forces)
"The mature wisdom and guidance Carson provided gave me the grounding I needed during a difficult transition between two assignments. I am grateful for his encouragement."
S.L. (Church Pastor)
Counseling • Coaching • Chaplaincy • Christ-Centered Strategies for Life