Faith
Supreme Court Considers Christian Therapist Case
Faith Facts
- The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a case challenging Colorado’s law banning therapy for minors seeking help with sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Christian therapist Kaley Chiles argues the law infringes on her First Amendment rights to free speech and religious freedom.
- The law targets licensed professionals, not unlicensed pastoral counselors or life coaches.
The Supreme Court’s decision could shape the freedoms of faith-based counselors and impact the rights of families seeking biblically-aligned care for their children. Christian advocates warn that government interference may silence voices upholding traditional values.
Alliance Defending Freedom attorney James Campbell defended Chiles, warning that the Colorado ban censors religious and moral speech under threat of enforcement, despite years without prosecution.
As Campbell explained, “These laws are historic outliers,” and suppress counselors standing for biblical truths about identity and healing.
Colorado officials claim the law regulates clinical treatments, not beliefs or conversations, but the ongoing investigation into Chiles demonstrates a real risk to Christian professionals.
Faith leaders understand this law could create a chilling effect on those offering hope consistent with Christian doctrine, standing firm for truth even when challenged in the courts.
Christian citizens must pray for wisdom among the justices and courage for those defending religious liberty and parental rights today.