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It Takes a Village to Raise a Family

Biblical Counseling & Faith-Informed Family Support — From First Breath to Final Rest

Life brings meaningful seasons — birth, growth, transition, and even goodbye. You were never meant to walk them alone.

At Black River Nurse Consulting, care is grounded in this truth:
God’s Word is sufficient for the deepest needs of the heart,
and wise guidance helps care well for the body.

Seeking Biblical Counselees — I’m in Phase 3 of ACBC Biblical Counseling training and offering FREE counseling sessions

Clinically Grounded. Biblically Rooted. Compassion-Centered.

The needs of the body matter.
The heart’s condition matters more.

Free Biblical Counseling Opportunity
I’m in Phase 3 of ACBC certification and would be honored to walk alongside you through free Biblical Counseling sessions over the coming year.

If you are seeking faith-informed, Scripture-centered Biblical Counseling through ACBC Phase 3 training, please reach out by completing the contact form.

Who I Serve

Biblical Counseling for Mothers, Infants, Children, and Families

Supporting you through:

  • Pregnancy and postpartum recovery

  • Adoption and foster care journeys

  • Family wellness and life transitions

  • Environmental health and safety concerns

If you are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or in need of faith-informed, Scripture-centered guidance, you are not alone.

Care That is Personal and Rooted in Scripture

Care is unhurried, thoughtful, and faith-informed, offering clarity, direction, and faithful support in each season.

Support for Every Stage of Family Life

Clinically Grounded. Biblically Rooted. Compassion-Centered.

Nursing services provide practical, clinical support.
Biblical counseling (in training, Phase 3 ACBC) addresses the heart, pointing to truth, hope, and transformation through Scripture.

All care is offered with professionalism, discernment, and compassion, consistently pointing to the hope found in Christ.

“Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” — Psalm 127:1

Adoption Support

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    Support is faith-informed, Scripture-centered, and personally guided to help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and hope.

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  • Steady, informed care for you and your baby.

    Support for breastfeeding, pumping, latch challenges, and feeding transitions —
    provided with patience and clarity.

  • Guidance for foster and adoptive families.

    Helping you navigate transition, attachment, and daily rhythms with
    practical wisdom and biblical encouragement.

  • Clarity when things feel complex.

    • General nursing consultation

    • Postpartum and maternal support

    • Care coordination and education

    • Legal nurse consulting

    • Lead exposure guidance

    • Wellness planning

    Available nationwide (telehealth) and locally in-home.

  • Faithful steps toward lasting change.

    Simple, consistent habits rooted in stewardship and discipline.

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Black River Mobile Farm

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Black River Mobile Farm 〰️

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Black River Mobile Farm

A Quiet Place for Connection and Conversation

Sheep and goat experiences are designed to create a peaceful, relational setting for families, children, and gatherings.

Not therapy — but a space to slow down.
A place where relationships grow and meaningful, Christ-centered conversations unfold naturally.

A reminder of the Good Shepherd — present, faithful, and caring for His people.

Available for:

  • Family visits

  • Small gatherings

  • Event rentals

Meet the Founder

Sarah Zavatchin, RN, BSN, CLC

NOW ACCEPTING COUNSELEES

Sarah Zavatchin is currently in Phase 3 of certification with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors and is seeking individuals who are willing to participate in Biblical Counseling over the coming year.

If you are open to serving as a counselee during this training process, please reach out.

REGISTERED NURSE | CERTIFIED LACTATION COUNSELOR

With over 20 years of nursing experience, Sarah provides compassionate, clinically grounded care to women, children, and families across all stages of life.

BODY & SOUL CARE

The needs of the body are real—
the deepest needs of the heart are addressed through the truth of God’s Word.

Biblical Counseling and nursing care are offered as distinct, complementary services that support both physical and spiritual needs.

EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST

Foster and adoptive mother of six
Wife of more than 20 years

Sarah offers steady, thoughtful, faith-rooted guidance for families navigating adoption, transition, and the rhythms of everyday life.

SERVICES OFFERED

  • Biblical Counseling (In Training – Phase 3)

  • Nursing Consultation & Education

  • Lactation & Postpartum Support

  • Adoption & Foster Family Guidance

  • Wellness & Accountability Support

A PEACEFUL PLACE TO CONNECT

Through Black River Mobile Farm, sheep and goat experiences provide a calm, welcoming environment for connection, conversation, and encouragement.

A CALLING TO SERVE

From first breath to final rest, Sarah’s calling is to serve with clarity, integrity, and compassion—pointing consistently to the hope found in Christ.

“Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” — Psalm 127:1

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Begin With a Complimentary Consultation

Reaching out can feel like a big step —
But it can also be the beginning of peace.

A free 15-minute consultation allows you to:

  • Share your needs

  • Ask questions

  • Determine your next step

You do not have to carry this alone.

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